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<title>The Camper's Delight - Wax Fire Starters</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:38:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I am a big fan of camping, at least until I get out to it.  Usually, my biggest gripe with camping is trying to get a campfire lit to take the chill out of the morning.  Everyone is huddled around a dead campfire, teeth chattering, waiting for something to happen so they can warm up after a cool night in the tent and start making breakfast.]]></description>
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<title>Setting the Mood With Wax</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:33:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Okay, right now you are probably thinking about something other than candles.  Perhaps you are thinking of wax figures filling a room to set the mood but if that is what you have in mind I have to ask, are you setting up a Halloween mood?]]></description>
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<title>The Do's and Don'ts of Hardwood Floors</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:45:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you finally put in a hardwood floor, you can finally sit back and enjoy the warm beauty that glows from underfoot.  There is something almost breathtaking about a finished hardwood floor but it can be completely overwhelming when you stop and think about how you should care for your new home investment.]]></description>
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<title>The Wonderful Facts of Hardwood</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:33:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It always seems like every day we are being bombarded with more facts.  We learn about what we are eating, what is happening in the world and what is good for us.  We digest facts about the cars we drive, the coffee we drink and the homes that we live in and sometimes those facts can become a little overwhelming.]]></description>
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<title>The Many Sides of Hardwood Flooring</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:32:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So, you have decided that you want to go with hardwood flooring. Sure there are other less expensive options out there but those options just don't have the same type of effect that the hardwood does.  I completely understand and I am with you on this.  Hardwood flooring is amazing and there are so many varieties to choose from, anyone can find exactly what they are looking for.]]></description>
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<title>The Meaning of Candles</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Throughout time, candles have also held some symbolic meaning.  There are candles for christenings, candles for holidays whether you are Christian, Muslim, Jewish or any other religion and there are candles that reflect a deeper meaning, whether it is a meaning of celebration or a meaning of love.]]></description>
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<title>Safety First With Candles</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:22:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a young child, I remember some of the nicest memories of my childhood being surrounded by candles.  We had candles on cakes, candles when camping, and candles when we were outside enjoying a summer night.  There were candle festivals and candle walks and even a few candlelight services. ]]></description>
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<title>Taking the &quot;Fright&quot; Out of Halloween - Tips For a Safe and Fun Halloween</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:04:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Halloween; it's fun, it's scary and it's all about frightful things that go bump in the night.  It is a holiday that is filled with laughter and the happy screams of those who were spooked by the occasional Halloween decoration.  Unfortunately, Halloween isn't always fun and over the years, there has been an increase in the number of injuries and risks involved with Halloween.]]></description>
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<title>Repairing Scratches in Laminate Flooring</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:11:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When I moved into my home, the floor in the living room had just been refinished with beautiful honey toned laminate flooring.  It was beautiful and it fit my decor perfectly.  The only problem was the fact that one of my chair had popped a cap, unbeknownst to everyone involved, and it wasn't until a few weeks later, when I went to rearrange a few pieces of furniture, that I noticed it.  Much to my horror, the gleaming floor beneath the chair had become a scratched mess and I shuddered at the thought of having to fix them.]]></description>
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<title>Preparing For Advent - Creating an Advent Wreath</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:21:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Candles and religion have gone hand in hand for centuries.  Even after the invention of light bulb, churches around the world still light candles for the services.  Candles have for centuries been used to mark special occasions and Advent is no different...]]></description>
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<title>Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Those Old Candles</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:09:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you ever wondered what to do with those old candles that you have finished using?  The wick is done, but you still have almost half a candle left. The wax is almost completely demolished with black streaks and beads of hardened drips.  You can't really keep them and drop a tealight into the center since they are rather ugly looking and it appears that the only use from them is the garbage can. It seems like a shame to toss them but what else can you really do with old candles.]]></description>
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<title>The Friendly Neighbor - Creating a Safe Halloween Environment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:02:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are hundreds of facts out there for parents on Halloween night.  We need to be aware of the costumes we put on our kids, the amount of light we provide them with and the candy that they bring home has to be checked as vigilantly as a drill sergeant does during inspection.  We hardly ever think about our own homes and the many decorations that we have up for the season's festivities.]]></description>
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<title>Gone to the Dogs - Halloween Costumes For Canines</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:03:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It wasn't that long ago that I remember picking up a discounted Halloween costume.  It was cute with a little hat that fit over the ears, the black jumper and a black cape.  No one was going to be a cuter Darth Vader than my little one.]]></description>
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<title>Ghoulishly Scary Halloween Dessert</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:00:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have read a few of my other articles about Halloween, then you probably know that I recommend not giving out anything that is home-made.  This can make Halloween a bit of a disappointment for those of us who love to make some devilishly delightful treats for the kids in the neighbourhood but before you hang up your witch's hat, try making a few treats for kids you know or for your child's class.]]></description>
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<title>Getting the Most Out of Your Candles</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:54:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you ever had a candle that just doesn't last? Before you can even get any great use out of it, you have spilt wax down the sides, a broken wick and a black stain across it. There seems to be nothing that can be done to get it lit again and it can be pretty frustrating since it only seems to occur when you purchase the really expensive candles.]]></description>
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<title>Cleaning Up Those Unsightly Candle Stains From Your Carpet</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:18:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I am sure you have been there, I know I have.  A beautiful evening, either spent reading a book in the bathtub, a dozen candles surrounding me or an evening pursuing all those romantic delights that sometimes evade us.  The only problem with the evening is the end when you notice that when you were focused on something else -the book-the candle had spilled and you are now left with a horrible stain on your furniture or even worse, on your carpet.]]></description>
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<title>Beautiful Wax Sculptures Made Easy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:16:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is something infinitely beautiful about a well shaped candle.  People will pay top dollar for this works of art and I have often found that many people will avoid using them since they are so exquisite.]]></description>
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