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		<title>Why Apartment Living is the Best</title>
		<link>http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/2013/02/12/why-apartment-living-is-the-best/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:20:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; 1. You don&#8217;t have to shovel snow  Photo Source 2. You can hang out by the pool all day Photo Source  3. You don&#8217;t have to mow the lawn  Photo Source 4. Have a leaky sink? You don&#8217;t have to fix it yourself  Photo Source 5. You can do some yoga at the onsite fitness [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>1. You don&#8217;t have to shovel snow</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1031" title="child-helping-shovel-snow" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/child-helping-shovel-snow-300x214.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="214" /> <a style="text-align: center;" href="http://www.more4kids.info/UserFiles/Image/child-helping-shovel-snow.jpg">Photo</a><a style="text-align: center;" href="http://www.more4kids.info/UserFiles/Image/child-helping-shovel-snow.jpg"> Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>2. You can hang out by the pool all day</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/ella070809.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1033" title="ella070809" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/ella070809-212x300.jpg" alt="" width="212" height="300" /></a><a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/adventures-and-outings-2009-3-89169">Photo Source </a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>3. You don&#8217;t have to mow the lawn </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/910-drew-mowing-the-lawn.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1028" title="910-drew-mowing-the-lawn" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/910-drew-mowing-the-lawn-300x243.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="243" /></a><a href="http://www.danzfamily.com/archives/blogphotos/08/910-drew-mowing-the-lawn.jpg">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>4. Have a leaky sink? You don&#8217;t have to fix it yourself </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/Look-what-I-found.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1036" title="Look what I found" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/Look-what-I-found-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iyYctx_uBTE/UPd1G8skHmI/AAAAAAAAAsc/YYfyQijgTWc/s1600/Look+what+I+found.JPG">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>5. You can do some yoga at the onsite fitness center </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/toddler-yoga.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1032" title="toddler-yoga" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/toddler-yoga-300x223.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="223" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.parentingstartshere.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/toddler-yoga.jpg">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>6. You don&#8217;t have to pull weeds </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/pullingweeds.png"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1037" title="pullingweeds" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/pullingweeds-300x266.png" alt="" width="300" height="266" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn1.disneybaby.com/images/2012/07/pullingweeds.png">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>7. You can hang out at community events </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/babies_on_dock.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1030" title="babies_on_dock" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/babies_on_dock-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/child-helping-shovel-snow.jpg"><br />
</a><a href="http://www.peninsulapinesresort.com/assets/images/babies_on_dock.jpg">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>8. You don&#8217;t have to worry about selling a house </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/title_sshfe.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1035" title="title_sshfe" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/title_sshfe-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a><a href="http://www.parentingclan.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/title_sshfe.jpg">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>9. You can enjoy luxurious amenities </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/7407142-the-happy-baby-is-swinging-by-swing.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1029" title="7407142-the-happy-baby-is-swinging-by-swing" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/7407142-the-happy-baby-is-swinging-by-swing-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" /></a></p>
<p align="center"><a href="http://us.123rf.com/400wm/400/400/radist/radist1007/radist100700164/7407142-the-happy-baby-is-swinging-by-swing.jpg">Photo Source</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>10. You don&#8217;t have to skim that pool </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/IMG_1387-cleaning-the-pool.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1034" title="IMG_1387-cleaning-the-pool" src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2013/02/IMG_1387-cleaning-the-pool-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /> </a><a href="http://www.kenrockwell.com/ryan/images/2010/2010-01/IMG_1387-cleaning-the-pool.jpg">Photo Source </a></p>
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		<title>Top 10 Tailgating Gadgets &amp; Gear</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:40:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Want to be the the envy of all tailgaters? Of course! Here are some new and innovative tailgating gadgets to help you get your drink and feast on while waiting for the big game to start. Brewsees You’ll never be thirsty with an unopened beer in hand when you wear these handy sunglasses that also [...]]]></description>
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<p><font size="3">Want to be the the envy of all tailgaters? Of course! Here are some new and innovative tailgating gadgets to help you get your drink and feast on while waiting for the big game to start. </p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Brewsees</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/brewsees.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/brewsees.jpg" alt="" title="brewsees" width="500" height="335" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-982" /></a><br />
You’ll never be thirsty with an unopened beer in hand when you wear these handy sunglasses that also double as a bottle opener. Genius! </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.tailgatingideas.com/" target="blank">tailgatingideas.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Freedom Flask</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/freedom-flask.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/freedom-flask.jpg" alt="" title="freedom-flask" width="500" height="394" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-999" /></a><br />
Paying the high prices of beer and alcohol at the stadium can put a major damper in your tailgating fun. Instead of breaking the bank, try this portable booze holder. You wear it around your stomach and the drain valve is located at the corner of the flask, making sure you get every last drop. </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://shop.tailgatingideas.com/freedom-flask/" target="blank">tailgatingideas.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Cruzin’ Cooler</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/cruzin-cooler2.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/cruzin-cooler2.jpg" alt="" title="cruzin-cooler2" width="440" height="273" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-986" /></a><br />
This clever gadget is a cooler that transports you safely from tailgate to tailgate while keeping your beer cold. </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://shop.tailgatingideas.com/cruzin-cooler/" target="blank">tailgatingideas.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Tailgate Partymate</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/tailgate-partymate-table.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/tailgate-partymate-table.jpg" alt="" title="tailgate-partymate-table" width="526" height="310" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-989" /></a></p>
<p>Need some extra room to spread out while tailgating? Forget the hassle with folding tables, this Partymate will give you plenty of space for cooking and laying out all of your tailgating spread. </p>
<p>Source:<a href="http://shop.tailgatingideas.com/tailgate-partymate/" target="blank">tailgatingideas.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Tow Hitch Kegorator</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/Tow-Hitch-Kegerator.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/Tow-Hitch-Kegerator.jpg" alt="" title="Tow-Hitch-Kegerator" width="500" height="375" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1006" /></a></p>
<p>Forget the cans and try this kegorator on for size. Featuring a sound system that plays music for up to 12 hours without tapping your vehicle’s battery, this invention houses a keg and keeps it cold all day. </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://shop.tailgatingideas.com/partyacargo-tow-hitch-kegerator/" target="blank">tailgatingideas.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>BBQ Sword</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/bbq-sword.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/bbq-sword.jpg" alt="" title="bbq sword" width="590" height="442" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-983" /></a></p>
<p>Because I can’t think of a cooler way to get your meat off the grill, can you? It even comes with a Zorro mask.  </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://techland.time.com/cruzin-cooler/swashbuckling-bbq-sword/" target="blank">techland.time.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>NCAA Branding Irons</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/branding-iron.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/branding-iron.jpg" alt="" title="branding iron" width="300" height="225" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-985" /></a><br />
Use this branding iron to show your team pride by charring your grilled steak or chicken with your team’s mark. </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://techland.time.com/cruzin-cooler/ncaa-steak-branding-irons/" target="blank">techland.time.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>EZ Grill</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/EZ-Grill.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/EZ-Grill.jpg" alt="" title="EZ Grill" width="599" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-987" /></a><br />
Put the ease back into grilling. The EZ Grill is portable, disposable and green. It’s made from recycled aluminum, lights with one match and uses mineral oil rather than harmful igniting chemicals that can get into your food.  </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.ezgrill.com/Grilling-Products/Original-EZ-Grill" target="blank">ezgrill.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Stadium Pal Portable Urinal</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/Stadium-Pal.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/Stadium-Pal.jpg" alt="" title="Stadium Pal" width="300" height="170" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-988" /></a></p>
<p>The more you drink the more trips you are taking to the restroom. Strap on a Stadium Pal, stay out of the loo and spend more time with your friends, watching the game. The Stadium Pal is for men, but don’t worry ladies the company also makes a Stadium Gal. </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://biorelief.com/portable-toilets/stadium-pal-kit.html" target="blank">biorelief.com</a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center"><font size="6"><strong>Instant Beer Cooler</strong></font></p>
<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/tinchilla.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/09/tinchilla.jpg" alt="" title="tinchilla" width="161" height="155" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-984" /></a><br />
For emergency use only, this battery-powered device will chill a beer in just 60 seconds. </p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20070306/tinchilla-%E2%80%93-instantly-cooling-your-beer-cans-in-only-60-seconds/" target="blank">coolest-gadgets.com</a></font></p>
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		<title>Underwear That Makes Your Beer Belly Disappear</title>
		<link>http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/2011/08/22/underwear-that-makes-your-beer-belly-disappear/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:46:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Men, are you sick and tired of having to suck in your belly every time you go out? Are you not big on diets and exercise but still want to look good in your clothes? Well, the English supermarket Asda has launched a pair of body sculpting underwear called Manx that helps men tighten up [...]]]></description>
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<p><font size="3">Men, are you sick and tired of having to suck in your belly every time you go out? Are you not big on diets and exercise but still want to look good in your clothes? Well, the English supermarket <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asda" target="blank">Asda</a> has launched a pair of body sculpting underwear called Manx that helps men tighten up that flabby midsection. Here&#8217;s how they work:</p>
<p><em>&#8220;Manx is split into three main areas, and makes use of fabric – comprised of 85 per cent polyamide (a type of nylon) and 15 per cent elastane (the generic non-brand name for Lycra) – that compresses flabby areas. A double-knitted panel around the waist flattens and shapes stomachs, and also provides lumbar support. There is a side panel running from the waist down the thigh to compress love-handles and shape thighs. The panel also lifts and smooths the backside.&#8221;</em></p>
<p>Let&#8217;s not forget that women have been deceiving men for years by wearing body-sculpting undergarments so it&#8217;s time for men to start bending the rules as well.</p>
<p>Photo and Article Source: <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2025807/Manx-underwear-sucks-beer-belly-Should-chap-wearing-male-Spanx.html" target="blank">daily.co.uk.com</a></font></p>
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		<title>Cedar Point&#8217;s Newest Ride: WindSeeker</title>
		<link>http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/2011/06/17/cedar-points-newest-ride-windseeker/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:47:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cedar Point&#8217;s WindSeeker is a 301-foot-tall, nothing-below-your-chair-but-air thrill ride. The WindSeeker spins 32 suspended seats (64 people) from a central tower. What&#8217;s really cool about this ride is seeing it all lit up at night. Check out the video below posted by CoasterBob62 on Youtube and let us know what you think. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-KV6I2YSZY Source: Cedar [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/06/WindSeeker.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/06/WindSeeker-150x150.jpg" alt="" title="WindSeeker" width="150" height="150" class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-960" /></a><font size="3"><a href="http://www.cedarpoint.com/" target="blank">Cedar Point&#8217;s</a> WindSeeker is a 301-foot-tall, nothing-below-your-chair-but-air thrill ride. The WindSeeker spins 32 suspended seats (64 people) from a central tower. What&#8217;s really cool about this ride is seeing it all lit up at night. Check out the video below posted by <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/CoasterBob62" target="blank">CoasterBob62</a> on Youtube and let us know what you think.<font></p>
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</span><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-KV6I2YSZY">www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-KV6I2YSZY</a></p></p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.cedarpoint.com/" target="blank">Cedar Point</a></p>
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		<title>7 Low Budget Vacation Ideas</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:44:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With high gas prices and other financial priorities, maybe you can’t afford to leave town this year for a summer vacation. No need to feel down because you can stay home, save money and still make a great summer out of doing things in and around where you live. Even though you live in your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/06/Roller-Coaster.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/06/Roller-Coaster-300x194.jpg" alt="" title="Roller-Coaster" width="300" height="194" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-955" /></a><font size="3">With high gas prices and other financial priorities, maybe you can’t afford to leave town this year for a summer vacation. No need to feel down because you can stay home, save money and still make a great summer out of doing things in and around where you live. Even though you live in your city and state you may not have the time to explore everything it has to offer so here are some ideas for those of you staying local this summer.</p>
<p><strong>·	Amusement Park</strong> – Most of us have one within a few hour drive and we often overlook it as a fun weekend activity. Amusement Parks have something for everyone and you can enjoy a fun-filled day of screaming, laughing and possibly throwing up on your best friend. What’s not to like about that?</p>
<p><strong>·	Local Museums and Art Galleries</strong> – Been meaning to visit your local museum of contemporary art or art institute? Now’s the perfect time to do it. Make a day of it and go early, tour the museum and then plan a lunch at a new restaurant in the area or pack a picnic for afterward. </p>
<p><strong>·	Historical Landmarks </strong>– Do some research online or ask your friends and coworkers; there are probably a lot of historical places of interest in your area. Most of us don’t think to visit them or maybe we went on a school field trip years ago. Either way, notable historical figures typically have incredible mansions now available for you to tour the house and the grounds. You might want to go several times a year to see Christmas decorations and spring flowers in bloom. </p>
<p><strong>·	State Parks</strong> – If your state has set aside state parks for public use, take advantage of them! You can do so many things at a park besides swimming and walking the trails. Gather your friends for a cookout, take your dog for a walk, some parks have Disc Golf courses in place – if you’ve never played, it’s like gold with a Frisbee. </p>
<p><strong>·	Night on the Town</strong> &#8211; Who says that you have to go out of town to spend the night in a hotel? You can book a one-night package at a nice hotel in your area’s downtown and vacation in your own city. Order some room service or hang out at the pool during the day; at night, hit the clubs or casino, dine at a fancy restaurant you’ve wanted to try and maybe even take in a show.</p>
<p><strong>·	Camping</strong> – If you’re the outdoor type, this is a perfect low budget and relaxing getaway. Camp by a lake and enjoy swimming and water sports and take day trips to explore the surrounding cities and attractions.</p>
<p><strong>·	Rent a cottage on a lake </strong>– If roughing it isn’t your idea of fun, rent a cottage on a lake. You can often find these for rent by private owner and there are many websites out there like VacationRentals.com or HomeAway.com that feature vacancy listings.</p>
<p>Source: <a href=" http://www.bhg.com/health-family/activities/seasonal/staycation/#page=21" target="blank">Better Homes and Gardens</a></font> </p>
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		<title>11 Hilarious Wedding Bloopers Caught on Tape</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:04:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Weddings are supposed to be perfect! At least that is what the bride thinks since she is the one who spends months planning the wedding down to the last detail: spending countless hours in the gym to fit in her dress, stressing over seating arrangements and splurging on expensive wedding invitations. Brides think they got [...]]]></description>
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<font size="3">Weddings are supposed to be perfect! At least that is what the bride thinks since she is the one who spends months planning the wedding down to the last detail: spending countless hours in the gym to fit in her dress, stressing over seating arrangements and splurging on expensive wedding invitations. Brides think they got it all figured out but their is something they can&#8217;t plan for; <strong><em>the human factor.</em></strong> Whether it&#8217;s a best man fainting or a wedding cake hitting the floor, you&#8217;ll see it all in these ten hilarious wedding bloopers:</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">The Tumbler</font></strong></p>
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<p>This groomsman seemed to be more nervous than the bride and the groom.  Let&#8217;s just hope he is alright.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Macho Man</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">The stains on their clothes will be a lot easier to remove than the stain on this groom&#8217;s ego.
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Swing Away</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">This is a disaster waiting to happen.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Head Hunter</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">Destiny has a funny way of smacking you right in the face when you least expect it.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Bad Step</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">The best man spent hours rehearsing his role to ensure that he wouldn&#8217;t miss a step.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">TIMBER!!!</font></strong>
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<p style="text-align:center">How many times do they have to tell you&#8230; Don&#8217;t keep your knees locked.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Keep Your Pants On</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">I know you don&#8217;t like wearing a tuxedo but can you keep it on at least until the wedding is over?</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Wedding Cake Disaster</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">You tried be cute feeding cake to your bride and it back fired.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Table Collapse</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">Something looks funny about this table&#8230;</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Laughing Bride</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">Your wife hysterically laughing at you while you are saying your vows&#8230; Priceless!</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Ooops</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">Everybody at this wedding is so serious. It&#8217;s okay to laugh.</p>
<p style="text-align:center"><strong><font size="4">Drunkeness</font></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center">Is there really a need to be dancing on a pole at a wedding?</p>
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		<title>Prevent Allergens From Overtaking Your Living Space</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011 16:32:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spring is here and you have all the symptoms to show it: itchy eyes and throat, clogged or runny nose and coughing with postnasal drip. Though you can&#8217;t stop mother nature for the increase in pollen levels you can take some steps to prevent allergens from camping out in your living space: • Avoid cleaners [...]]]></description>
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<p><font size="3">Spring is here and you have all the symptoms to show it: itchy eyes and throat, clogged or runny nose and coughing with postnasal drip. Though you can&#8217;t stop mother nature for the increase in pollen levels you can take some steps to prevent <a href="http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=22533" target="blank">allergens</a> from camping out in your living space:</p>
<p>• Avoid cleaners that include chemical irritants<br />
• Keep the kitchen well ventilated<br />
• Use a garbage can with a pest-proof lid<br />
• Take out the trash the regularly<br />
• Keep surfaces clean daily<br />
• Clean inside cabinets and the refrigerator every few months.<br />
• Vacuum carpets at least once or twice a week<br />
• Have air purifiers in the living room and/or bedroom<br />
• Clean curtains, blankets and sheets regularly<br />
• Wear a dust mask while cleaning</p>
<p>*In the case that you have severe allergies, consult with your physician follow their instructions. Make sure take proper medication that he prescribes, avoid kicking up dust and contact with allergens in your home.</p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/how-to/how-to-allergyproof-your-home-049979" target="blank">apartmenttherapy.com</a></font></p>
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		<title>Say Hello to the World&#8217;s Most Expensive Dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:43:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This red Tibetan Mastiff has become the most expensive dog in the world. The dog, Big Splash, sold for 10 million yuan (1.5 million dollars) in the Chinese city of Qingdao. What make this dog so expensive? Is it because this breed of dog can drive a car, do your grocery shopping, and wash your [...]]]></description>
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<p><font size="3">This red Tibetan Mastiff has become the most expensive dog in the world. The dog, Big Splash, sold for 10 million yuan (1.5 million dollars) in the Chinese city of Qingdao. What make this dog so expensive? Is it because this breed of dog can drive a car, do your grocery shopping, and wash your dirty laundry all for the a couple Beggin Strips and bouncy ball? No, but that would be sweet!  <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tibetan_Mastiff" target="blank">Red Tibetan Mastiffs</a> are rare giving them a uniqueness that other dog breeds can&#8217;t match. Legend has it that Genghis Kahn and the Budha had them as pets.</p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/china/8383084/1-million-for-worlds-most-expensive-dog.html" target="blank">Telegraph</a></font></p>
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		<title>Fake Soldier Facebook Scam</title>
		<link>http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/2011/02/28/fake-soldier-facebook-scam/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 23:10:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ladies, have you received a friend request or messages filled with sweet nothings from a random soldier on Facebook? I hate to burst your bubble but that soldier is probably a fake. Now, I know that there&#8217;s something about a man in a uniform that drives a woman crazy but don&#8217;t be so naive ladies. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_889" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 595px"><a href="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/02/Sergent-Johnson-Mark.jpg"><img src="http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/files/2011/02/Sergent-Johnson-Mark.jpg" alt="" title="Sergent-Johnson-Mark" width="585" height="380" class="size-full wp-image-889" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Image Source: Associated Press</p></div>
<p><font size="3">Ladies, have you received a friend request or messages filled with sweet nothings from a random soldier on Facebook? I hate to burst your bubble but that soldier is probably a fake.  Now, I know that there&#8217;s something about a man in a uniform that drives a woman crazy but don&#8217;t be so naive ladies.  These fake-Facebook-soldiers aren&#8217;t after your heart but after your money.  The AP reports that this scam is becoming a little too <a href="http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/facebook_seducer_faux_gi_joe_jCgsYyHygvygXOIyFQF7QO" target="blank">familiar</a> and has cost one victim $25,000.  The most current scam came from a fake soldier by the name of Sergent Mark Johnson. According to the Associated Press, here&#8217;s how the scam worked and here&#8217;s how the cover was blown:</p>
<p>&#8220;The impersonator using [Army Sgt. James] Hursey&#8217;s photos portrayed himself as a soldier named &#8220;Sergent (sic) Mark Johnson.&#8221; The fake followed the same steps every time: Send a friend request, immediately express undying love and affection, and ask for money.</p>
<p>The fake&#8217;s cover was blown, though: Janice Robinson, 53, of Orlando, Fla., knew something wasn&#8217;t right when the man professed his love to her and signed every message with, &#8220;Johnson cares.&#8221; She had begun talking to him thinking he was one of several people named Mark Johnson that she knew.&#8221;</p>
<p>Luckily this impersonator had bad English but be aware of more sophisticated profiles and messages where the English is 100% correct.  Here&#8217;s one tip I have for all those swooning over soldiers on Facebook: if you have never met them and they&#8217;re asking for money&#8230; STAY AWAY!</p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_SOLDIER_FACEBOOK_SCAM?SITE=AP&#038;SECTION=HOME&#038;TEMPLATE=DEFAULT" target="blank">Associated Press</a></font></p>
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		<title>Get Email Updates When Your Facebook Crush Changes Relationship Status</title>
		<link>http://blogs.villagegreen.com/columbus/2011/02/21/get-email-updates-when-your-facebook-crush-changes-relationship-status/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 23:26:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you constantly stalking your friends Facebook page checking to see if he/she is still in a relationship? Stop wasting your time! There&#8217;s a new app called the Breakup Notifier which helps give you an edge in the dating game. How does it work? Simple, just pick the friends on Facebook that you&#8217;re drooling over [...]]]></description>
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<font size="3">Are you constantly stalking your friends Facebook page checking to see if he/she is still in a relationship? Stop wasting your time!  There&#8217;s a new app called the <strong><em>Breakup Notifier</em></strong> which helps give you an edge in the dating game. How does it work? Simple, just pick the friends on Facebook that you&#8217;re drooling over and then the app will send you an email update notifying you when they have changed their relationship status. Breakup Notifier is cheater proof too; meaning that if your relationship status on Facebook isn&#8217;t single and you try to sign up for the app, you&#8217;ll get a message putting you in check saying &#8220;P.S. You&#8217;re in a relationship! Naughty naughty&#8230;&#8221;  <a href="http://www.breakupnotifier.com/" target="blank">Click here for the Breakup Notifier app</a></p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://www.tressugar.com/What-Breakup-Notifier-Facebook-App-14325100" target="blank">Tressugar</a></font></p>
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