Author: Marilou Nelson
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Evolving Friendships: What Makes a Good Friend Today?
Has your idea of what makes a good friend changed as you’ve gotten older? View all responses Yes, my idea of what makes a good friend has changed as I’ve gotten older. When I was younger, friendship often meant having someone to spend time with, laugh with, and share experiences with. I still enjoy those…
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Simple Healthy Eating Habits for a Busy Lifestyle
My best healthy eating habits are simple things I can do regularly, even when I have a busy work schedule. I make smoothies before I go to work, eat fruits and vegetables, enjoy small Gala apples before bed, and choose ginger tea or lemon water to drink. These habits help me feel that I am…
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My Favorite Side-Hustle Ideas: Stock Trading and Rental Homes
What are your favorite side-hustle ideas? View all responses Having more than one source of income is something I believe can create greater financial flexibility and more opportunities for the future. A regular job provides stability, but a side hustle can give you another way to build savings, invest, prepare for retirement, or work toward…
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Winning With Long Trades: My Journey to Profitable Stock Trading
Stock trading has been an important part of my financial journey for the past five years. One strategy I have practiced extensively is long trading. A long trade means buying a stock because I believe its price will increase, then selling it later at a higher price. Although the concept sounds simple, profitable trading requires…
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My 5 Favorite Apps on My Phone and Why I Use Them So Much
Our phones have become such an important part of everyday life. We use them to communicate, work, shop, learn, invest, relax, and stay entertained. When I look at the apps on my phone, there are definitely a few that I use more often than the others. Some are useful for staying connected, while others help…
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My Stock Trading Journey: Learning to Make Money Going Long and Short
Stock trading has become an exciting learning experience for me. When I first became interested in trading, I knew there was a lot that I needed to understand. The stock market can look complicated when you are beginning, especially when you hear words such as long, short selling, scalping, volume, entry, exit, and risk management.…
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Why a Phoenix Tattoo Represents Strength and Resilience
If I had to get a tattoo right now, I already know exactly what I would choose: a Phoenix. Daily writing prompt If you had to get a tattoo right now, what would it be and why? View all responses The Phoenix has always fascinated me because it represents something much deeper than just a…
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The Moment I Realized I Was Officially an Adult
I think the moment I realized I was officially an adult was when I understood that being grown up was not about reaching a certain age. It was about realizing that I was responsible for my own life. When we are young, adulthood can look exciting. We imagine having our own money, buying the things…
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Texas Roadhouse: One of the Best Restaurants for a Special Night Out
When someone asks me, “What is one of the best restaurants in your city?” one place that immediately comes to mind is Texas Roadhouse. I have been there before, and I already knew the food was good, but our recent visit became even more special because my husband and I went there to celebrate our…
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Experience Cebu Lechon: The Ultimate Filipino Dish Adventure
The best local dish I have ever eaten while traveling was Cebu lechon in the Philippines. I have eaten roasted pork in different countries before, but the lechon in Cebu was on an entirely different level. From the moment it was brought to the table, I could already tell it was something special. The skin…