Retire Smart: The New Retirement Plan: Watch the Expense Side of the Equation

By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services

How much will you need to live on in retirement? You’ll often hear the big financial services companies offer this rule of thumb: Plan to replace 80 percent of your working income in retirement.

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On the Road with MoJo Table-for-Two Reviews: Hoover’s

The “Meat ‘n Three” dish from Hoover’s which includes 1/2 BBQ Chicken, 3 BBQ Ribs and 3 Sides (Mustard Greens, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, and Macaroni and Cheese). Courtesy photo.

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By Melik

I was standing at the microwave waiting for water to steep for tea. I was sick. I was miserable. The only thing that soothed me seemed to be hot tea with honey. It had been a miserable week. Bill, a co-worker, moseyed into the break room. Bill and I exchange hellos. Then he says ‘hey you know you are coming up to your ten year anniversary of your showcase.’ I did not know. He spoke about a video production premiere I had at the Nuthouse Sports Grill on its wall of television.

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Clueless Fashionista: Back to Basics-What is my skin tone?

By Aisha Sims
 
Before you even put on any type of makeup, you must first determine what colors look best on you. Short of going to the drug store and buying one of every color, there is a way to determine the types of colors that will compliment you.
 

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    History of Scott Sunken Garden and Its Restoration

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    By Marilyn J. Lee

    Garden Club of Greater Lansing
     
    LANSING, MI — It was over twenty years ago when my daughter lived and worked in Lansing when I came upon a beautiful little walled public garden, known as the Scott Sunken Garden, close to Downtown Lansing. The garden can be approached from the South end of Capitol Avenue, and is located at the corner of Washington and Main Street. It is a small garden much appreciated today by visitors to the Women’s Hall of Fame, walkers and Lansing workers in the area who enjoy a few moments of beauty and solitude. 

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    Interpersonal EDGE: Get Even by Doing Well

     By Dr. Daneen Skube

    Tribune Media Services
     
    Q. I ended up getting squeezed out of my last job by an underhanded coworker and a malicious boss. I have to admit that revenge fantasies are consuming most of my time, even though I found a better job. How do I handle wanting to get even?

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    Jump-Start Weight Loss With Two-Week Diet

     

    By Eric Heiden, M.D., Tribune Media Services

     
    If you’re overweight, you’re not alone. According to research by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, 66 percent of adults in the U.S. are overweight.

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    On the Road with MoJo Table-for-Two Reviews: Joe’s Bakery and Coffee Shop

    2305 East 7th Street
    Austin, TX 78702-3427
    512.472.0017
    Tues. – Sun.: 6:30am-3pm
     
    Joe’s Bakery & Coffee Shop is a family business serving Austin since 1962.  The Avila family celebrates the traditions of the Mexican American culture from the food they serve and many patrons enjoy the recipes that they have been serving over the years.

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    Movie Review: “Piranha 3D” – 9-17

    “Piranha”  shows its teeth.

    Studio:     Dimension Films
    Plot:     An earthquake tears open the bottom of a lake releasing millions of carnivorous piranhas.
    Cast:     Ving Rhames, Richard Dreyfuss, Steven R. McQueen, Elisabeth Shue
    Rating:     R   Bottom Line:     ***

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    Natural Savvy: Create a Green Nursery for Baby

    By Lisa Tsakos
    Tribune Media Services

    As Kermit the Frog admits, “It’s not easy being green,” but creating a healthy space for your infant is easier today than ever before. Here are  recommendations from www.NaturallySavvy.com.

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