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The Beginner's Guide to Parties

Kaitlyn Kochany | Posted 04.12.2013 | Canada Living
Read More: Vegetarian, Friends, Ettiquette, House Parties, Dinner Parties, Games Night, Dinner Party, Dinner, Canada Living News
Kaitlyn Kochany

As a person who probably has friends, you may be wondering how to get them over to your house without looking like a total creep. You can't just wander up to someone and bark "Come to my house and I''ll feed you seven-layer dip!" because then you look like a lunatic. Play it cool. Make it a party! Ah, but what kind of party?

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PBR Bowl: Putting the "Big F" Back in Sports

Andy Juniper | Posted 02.03.2013 | Canada
Read More: Friends., Football, Beer, Iowa, Humor, Fun, PBR Bowl, Old School, Family, Football America, America Pbr Bowl, Canada News
Andy Juniper

In an age where The Big F (ah, that's Fun) is seemingly being siphoned out of sports by avarice and idiocy and egos, it's nice to hear the down-home story of the Hembry and Babbitt boys of Emerson, Iowa (population 430), young (and not-so-young) men determined to put The Big F back into sport.

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Workplace Support Systems: A Must

Erin Gee | Posted 09.14.2012 | Canada
Read More: Stress Management, Friendship, Friends, Workplace, Work, Living, Love, Life, Canada News
Erin Gee

A group of friends is only as strong as its weakest link. Fortunately, this weakest link only comes around when a group member going through a particularly difficult time. Needless to say, the support system provided by the group is paramount in the person working through the situation.

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Group Travel Tips: On Keeping the Peace

Karen Cleveland | Posted 09.03.2012 | Canada Travel
Read More: Etiquette, Vacation, Travel, Friends, Travel With Friends, Travel Tips, Group Travel, Relax While Travelling, Slideexpand, Canada Travel News
Karen Cleveland

Another glorious summer long weekend has passed, perhaps you were lucky enough to jet someplace fabulous, or pile into the car for a road trip. There is nothing quite like travelling to cement a relationship. The gloves come off, so to speak. When cramped quarters, jet lag or language barriers are factored in, true colours are unabashedly revealed. Here are some tips to help keep the peace.

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How to Talk to Your Friends About Your Feelings

Marcia Sirota | Posted 11.25.2011 | Canada Living
Read More: Feelings, Communicating Feelings, Talking to Friends, Communication, Anger, Friends, Passive-Aggressive, Confronting Friends, Honesty, Hostility, Confrontation, Break Up With Friends, Canada Living News
Marcia Sirota

A few pointers on how to go about the scary business of confrontation: Most importantly, start by being affirming. Let your friend know how much you value the relationship, and that this is why you're sharing your concerns.

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How to Win Friends and Influence People With Good Food

Jan Scott | Posted 10.11.2011 | Canada
Read More: Friends, Good Food, Family, Making Friends, Food Friendship, People Skills, How to Make Friends, Social Skills, Good Food Friends, Canada News
Jan Scott

When it comes to influencing people, offer good food and you'll be surprised just how persuasive you can be. When my 11-year-old is feeling a little insecure about his best friend status, he quickly offers up a playdate complete with road hockey and cookies, which he is certain will set him back on track.

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