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How I Met Your Mother Episode 11 Recap
Marshall is stressed out at work and decides to take up smoking again. With Robin as the only regular smoker, Ted, Lily, and Barney soon follow Marshall's lead.
Dec 21, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Running During the Holidays
Runners can maintain their running routine by being prepared to run in any weather condition, running early in the day, running with family, and being flexible.
Nov 27, 2009 - Allison McNeely
How I Met Your Mother Returns with Bagpipes
How I Met Your Mother returns with Bagpipes, in which Barney gives relationship advice to Marshall, leading to a big fight between Marshall and Lily.
Nov 2, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Why Join a Running Club?
Joining a running club helps a runner get in shape and allows them to meet fellow runners. Look for a running club with a similar running pace and affordable fees.
Oct 28, 2009 - Allison McNeely
How I Met Your Mother: Duel Citizenship Recap
Duel Citizenship, episode 5 of How I Met Your Mother, delivers Canada vs. USA jokes as Robin contemplates becoming an American. Lily, Ted, and Marshall go to Chicago.
Oct 19, 2009 - Allison McNeely
How to Dress for Running Outside
Running in cold temperatures is safe and easy with the right running clothes. Invest in quality base, insulating, and top layers; running tights; and a hat and gloves.
Oct 18, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Tories Spent $108,000 on Town Hall
For a one-hour town hall held on June 11. 2009 in Cambridge, Ontario to discuss recession-fighting measures, the Conservative government spent $108,000.
Oct 18, 2009 - Allison McNeely
How to Stay Positive While Looking for a New Job
Staying busy, finding a non-career job, working on family relationships, focusing on the job hunt, and believing in oneself can help 2009 graduates combat the blues.
Oct 11, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Concerns Over Legitimacy of Russian Elections
Landslide wins by ruling party United Russia reinforce concerns of opposition parties and many voters that Russia's Sunday elections were illegitimate and unfair.
Oct 11, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Conservatives Promise No Increase in Taxes
On Friday, Prime Minister Stephen Harper promised that his party would not raise taxes in order to combat the deficit at a press conference in Welland, Ontario.
Oct 9, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Liberal Senators Stall Law-and-Order Bill
Tearing apart a law-and-order bill supported by the Grits, a few Liberal Senators broke decisively from the party line, further damaging the public view of Ignatieff.
Oct 8, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Review: How I Met Your Mother, Episode 3
Robin is afraid that Barney is cheating on her, but he is trying to be a better boyfriend. This episode brings the laughs and strong development of their relationship.
Oct 5, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Whip It Movie Review
Drew Barrymore's directorial debut about roller derby and girl power opened this weekend. For viewers looking for an upbeat, smart, and funny comedy, look no further.
Oct 3, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Tories to Introduce Further EI Reforms
Stephen Harper's government continues to court NDP support through plans to introduce legislation that extends parental benefits to Canada's self-employed.
Oct 2, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Liberals Fail to Pass No-Confidence Motion
The Liberals were unable to defeat the Conservative government on a no-confidence vote in the Canadian House of Commons today.
Oct 1, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Canadian Government Moves to Add Seats to House
Ottawa is finalizing proposed legislation to add over 30 seats to the House of Commons, leading to better representation of voters in Ontario, Alberta, and BC.
Sep 25, 2009 - Allison McNeely
UN Passes Nuclear Disarmament Resolution
The United Nations Security Council, unanimously passed an anti-proliferation resolution calling on all states to rid themselves of their nuclear weapons.
Sep 24, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Top Fashion Trends for Fall
Fashion trends for fall? Incorporate teal, papaya, and amethyst into your wardrobe. Invest in a bright coat, cardigan, day dress, white shirt, and a leather jacket.
Sep 22, 2009 - Allison McNeely
How I Met Your Mother Returns on CBS
In the first episode of season 5 of How I Met Your Mother, Barney and Robin avoid having "the talk" and Ted has his first day as a professor of architecture.
Sep 21, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Canadian Politics: Tories snag Chris Alexander
Canada's former ambassador to Afghanistan, Chris Alexander, has announced his intention to seek the Conservative nomination in Ajax-Pickering.
Sep 18, 2009 - Allison McNeely
The Glee Effect
Snappy musical numbers, original and subversive characters, and amusing plot lines help Glee succeed rather than fall victim to formulaic plot lines.
Sep 17, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Canadian Politics: NDP to Back Tories?
New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton indicated on September 14th that he may support Prime Minister Stephen Harper's government, delaying the election until Spring.
Sep 15, 2009 - Allison McNeely
Are Boot Camps Effective?
There is increasing evidence to suggest that boot camps are not the most effective way to deal with deviant and criminal youth.
Sep 2, 2009 - Allison McNeely
What is Model United Nations
Model UN is an educational tool that simulates debate on a United Nations committee or body and teaches its participants about international issues and problems.
Dec 20, 2008 - Allison McNeely