Articles by Gabriella Gometra
A Look Into the Origin of Sweet Potato Pie -
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Gabriella Gometra
Sweet potato pie is often a favorite dish, especially for Thanksgiving. Many folks that live in the South eat this sweet treat along with their turkey and dressing. But one may wonder where did the idea for sweet potato pie come from? First and foremost,...
Car Repossession Reality Is Not Like TV -
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Gabriella Gometra
If you have ever watched a television show like "Operation Repo," you may begin to expect physical confrontation from any repossession agent who comes to get your car. "Operation Repo" is a television show produced by truTV cable network, in what they call an actuality,...
Buying New Cars A Bad Idea For Most -
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Gabriella Gometra
Have you been buying new cars all your life? Everybody loves to drive a new car. It is easy to assume that someone who drives a new car is doing well financially. Especially if you are borrowing money to buy a new car, you need...
Do Fourth Of July Your Way -
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Gabriella Gometra
Independence Day is celebrated by people in the United States in many different ways. Some people travel to historic parts of the country to learn history, while others travel for vacation or to visit other family members. There are some people who celebrate the holiday...
Keeping Senior Loved Ones at Home -
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Gabriella Gometra
Because of the advancement of technology and medicine, we are living longer lives than before. But at some point in our lives after we have had our time, we need a little help from other people to live. This is why seniors need care from...
Advice for First Time Home Buyers -
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Gabriella Gometra
Owning your own home is the dream of many people who are still living in rented homes or apartments. Having your own house means that you have a lot of freedom in terms of creativity, and you also have a lot more privacy than before....
How to Help Your Teen Deal with Stress -
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Gabriella Gometra
Being a teenager has never been easy for anyone, with school, family, and peer pressure, not to mention having all of those raging hormones. But nowadays, it seems like living the part of the youth is a lot harder than it was before. School gets...
How to Save on Energy Bills While Staying Comfortable -
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Gabriella Gometra
Most people don't realize that staying warm during the winter and cool during the summer doesn't require a lot of warming and cooling technology. There are many little ways that you can keep out the heat or the cold that won't break the bank, and...
Family Halloween Craft Ideas -
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Gabriella Gometra
Ghost and goblins, witches and wizards -- when these things are named you know what time it is. Halloween is just around the corner, you do not have to let it be boring this year. Your whole family will love these spooky craft ideas and...
Baby Proof Your Home For Child Safety -
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Gabriella Gometra
There are many things you can do to baby proof your home. Whether you think you will need it or not, it is a very swell safety precaution to take to insure your children are not in danger. Follow these guidelines to help prevent your...
Tips To Finally End Sibling Rivalry Once And For All -
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Gabriella Gometra
One of the most common problems in families with more than one child is sibling rivalry. The main reason behind sibling rivalry is often jealousy and attention. Usually it is because one child is getting more attention than the other, or if they just do...
The Cost Of Having A Baby -
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Gabriella Gometra
When planning a family, one of the many important things to think about is how much it will cost to have a baby. Depending on what you may or may not have heard you may be surprised to hear what it may cost to raise...
How To Keep A Peaceful Home Setting -
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Gabriella Gometra
Home is a place where family is, and where one feels the most comfortable is. A lot of people say that "home is where the heart is", implying that home is where they spend their best hours. Peace is very important in a home, because...
Tips To Making Moving Easier -
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Gabriella Gometra
The only thing in life that we can expect is change, and moving is another part of life. It can be an exciting experience, but it can also be stressful and time consuming. If you are moving to a completely new area away from people...
Tips For Letting Your Baby Sleep Better -
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Gabriella Gometra
Many parents find that one of the most challenging aspects of having a child under the age of two years old is getting them to sleep and stay asleep. Many babies wake up at inconvenient times and cause parents to have less sleep and lower...
Teamwork Within Marriage -
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Gabriella Gometra
Teamwork as an important feature to a successful marriage is not a new concept. We all know that in order for marriage to work we have to work together. As society has changed, however, it has gotten more and more difficult for us to put...
Making Daily Reading Time Possible -
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Gabriella Gometra
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that we read to our children every day starting before the child reaches six months of age. Children who are read to enjoy increased levels of literacy later in life, as well as increased feelings of security from spending...
Keeping Unwanted Guests Out Of The Delivery Room -
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Gabriella Gometra
I overheard a discussion at my last prenatal checkup; one that spoke to an incredibly common problem. This woman was frustrated because her mother was determined to be in the delivery room on the big day. She and her husband wanted it to be a...
Nurturing Yourself At The End Of Your Pregnancy -
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Gabriella Gometra
The last few weeks of pregnancy are emotionally charged and physically exhausting. During these days we are excited and anxiously preparing for the new arrival. There is so much to do, nowhere near enough time, and our bodies have already been pushed to the max....
The Importance Of Grandparents -
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Gabriella Gometra
Many parents fear becoming grandparents, because it is a sign that there is a new generation coming, and it often makes them feel old. But don't worry; this is simply an irrational fear. Grandparents are very important people, and they do not necessarily need to...
