Lifestyle Columns
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Which papers to keep, when to tossFeb 14, 2008 10:00 pm - Many homeowners keep lots of billing statements and receipts, leading to overwhelming clutter. Some of the paperwork can be thrown out now, but others should be kept for...
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'Spiderwick' weaves virtuoso effects into an enchanting fantasyFeb 14, 2008 10:00 pm - "The Spiderwick Chronicles," a lavish family fantasy adventure adapted from the fairy tale series by Tony DiTerlizzi (illustrations) and Holly Black (text), might occasi...
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When you've got the hand, you must double downFeb 14, 2008 10:00 pm - The blackjack player next to me was playing two hands at a time. The dealer had a 4 up. He was dealt a 6/4 on one hand and a pair of 7s on the other. Doubling down on t...
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Slice & diceFeb 14, 2008 10:00 pm - If anyone can understand the notion of being sliced up a little bit to protect the public, it should be "Dexter." The fine Showtime series about a vigilante serial kille...
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Gas fireplace efficient for extra heatFeb 14, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. I plan to install a gas fireplace myself for additional heat in a large family room. I want an efficient one, but one which also has realistic flames. Is a direct-ven...
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'Juno' the best picture of the year? Are you kidding me, Dann?Feb 14, 2008 10:00 pm - • Dann: I saw "Juno" today and finally understand your review of it. It was far too cute by half and the dialog bordered on arch. It was indeed the most unrealistic appr...
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Friend shows her insensitivityFeb 13, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. I have a friend/colleague who believes antidepressants are overprescribed, unnecessary and dangerous. She has a tendency to bring this up at gatherings, which starts ...
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Strike's end leaves TV status quo intactFeb 13, 2008 10:00 pm - The writers' strike is over, but viewers can't escape "American Gladiator" or the new winter edition of "Big Brother" just yet. The wheels of the entertainment industry ...
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When good diets go badFeb 12, 2008 10:00 pm - Q. While in graduate school, I was concerned about my lifestyle and my food consumption. I volunteered at a food co-op, joined a gym, trained hard every day with swi...
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Xtra special Champagne, chocolates the way to her heartFeb 12, 2008 10:00 pm - I admit diamonds would be nice, but in this economy I have to be realistic. So instead of jewelry, my request this Valentine's Day is rather simple: Champagne and chocol...