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Finally I know where my place is in this big wide world. I am a member of the “Lost Out” Generation. I thank our President George W Bush for my epiphany. In pitching his social security reform he kindly reassured those 55-and-overs not to worry because their benefits would be secure. Then he promised the Generation Xers and Yers and I guess this century’s Zers that privatization would add up to big bucks for their golden years. That leaves people like me, sandwiched between these two groups, out of the money. We are too young for the AARP and too old to know any Google gazillionaires. We couldn’t even cash out our 401Ks before they dwindled to 201Ks.

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Who do you think like? Find out with Like Minds, the game with a brain and fun, too! Players secretly write down as many answers as they can to categories like round fruits, tennis terms, cartoon animals, football positions. Be fast because when you think you and your partner have the number of matches you need, you've got to grab the brain! Read off your answers and score a point for each one you and your team-mate both have. If you have the right amount, having the brain will give you bonus points. But if you don't have enough matches, you won't score at all. The first team to make it to Brain Central wins! ($19.99 - For 4 or more adult players) www.pressmantoy.com

February 2005 - Virtuous Reality Entertainment (VRE), an innovative company that combines entertainment with character education, launched the Tadpole Club, a new web-based subscription service that delivers carefully selected, award-winning films on DVD, along with discussion and activity guides, designed to help build character and encourage virtuous behavior among children ages 4 to 9.

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The mom-invented Teeny Towels is a keychain anti-bacterial wipe dispenser that helps travelers stay clean and sanitary at all times without having to carry around a bag, bottle, or spray can. The keychain dispenser features anti-bacterial, all-natural wipes or insect repellent wipes inside. Attaches easily to a keychain, baby bag, car seat, or stroller, they are perfect for on the go use. Each package comes with 2 dispensers and 2 refills. Both types of wipes are all natural with no chemicals to harm sensitive skin. $9.95. www.parentsofinvention.com/home.html

Jan. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Wild Planet and GapKids, announced today the debut of an exciting new jacket that incorporates adventure and exploration into apparel for kids. This new clothing/toy combination features Wild Planet's Kid-Invented Explorer's Gloves attached to a GapKids windbreaker for boys. The water-resistant jackets with multi-gadget gloves are available beginning January 26 at all GapKids stores throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan and France, as well as through www.gap.com.

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Have your kids been stuck in a rut? Get them off the couch and motivated to actually do something with some of these fun and affordable activities and crafts using household items and products under $5. Read more

January 2005 – Remember the feelings inspired by your first date, the look that told you love was yours forever, or the photo that says this is the reason I love you? Share these memories of joy, excitement, and endearment again with the person you love on February 14. Finding the right Valentine’s Day gift that expresses those moments is now easier than ever. With help from Print the Moment, you can give a personalized, poster-size art that both you and your Valentine will cherish. At Print the Moment (www.PrintTheMoment.com), match your favorite photos and create your own message in an artistic, professionally designed art print that will make the impact you want on your Valentine.

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Nearly half of America’s smoking population – more than 20 million people – say they want to quit smoking in 2005…again, according to a new survey. What’s new? This year, smokers trying to quit will be able to take advantage of Committed Quitters (www.CommittedQuitters.com), an individualized Web-based support system that has been clinically proven to increase the chances of smoking cessation success.Read more

After the last champagne cork pops, there you are with the reality of a New Year. How can you make it the best year ever? Follow these ten top tips for a Happy New Year and make 2005 your best year yet. Read more

Sure, Hilary Duff makes several movies a year and Britney Spears travels the world filming commercials and performing for live audiences. But, most girls today can only dream about a mega-successful, superstar lifestyle – and they do. According to a Roper Youth Report, 56% of kids 8 to 17 fantasize about being rich and the second top-ranked wishes are being famous, beautiful and talented.

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