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Matchmaker tips for recommending friends

Who’s your best friend… or at least one of your really, really good friends (but not related to you)? Got a name and face in mind? Okay, why are you close? Is it just a result of circumstances, or is there something you really enjoy about this person? Once you’ve answered those questions, I encourage [...]

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The 40-item checklist for washing your friend’s car

Summer is coming, and you're ready to serve. Washing someone's car is a wonderful way to help out a friend. Here's a checklist to do just that.

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Others-oriented pictures: 16 tips and ideas for blessing with photography

Someone once said one of the most valuable things he’d leave behind for his family would be his photographs because they start conversations, bring back memories, and strengthen relationships with friends and family. And this man was far from a photographer – he just took pictures. Most of us appreciate good photography, but with the [...]

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How I wrote a recommendation letter – what would you add?

Toward the beginning of last month, I received an email from one of my favorite college professors asking for a recommendation. He’d been nominated to receive an award as an outstanding part-time faculty member. I certainly don’t have time to write extra letters, but he’s a friend and an outstanding part-time faculty member, so I [...]

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8 easy card games to rock any party… er, fellowship

Sometimes serving others is lounging about, playing easy cards games with friends. Or perhaps it’s not lounging at all. Perhaps this is edge of your seat – even out of your seat – competition. Either way, a deck of cards and a group of friends can go a long way. Think of it as a [...]

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