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Now that I live in the Midwest, I rarely see saltwater taffy. That got me thinking: where did saltwater taffy originate, and why is it called saltwater taffy anyway? After all, the main ingredients in this sticky treat are neither salt nor water.

This article describes the process of making saltwater taffy and suggests taffy pulling party ideas.

Laffy Taffy has always been good. Now it's even better in its longer-lasting cord-shaped form.

What better way to enjoy and remember your vacation to Seaside than by picking up a little salt water taffy to enjoy. Seaside has many shops that sell salt water taffy, so you shouldn't have a problem finding a place to satisfy your sweet tooth.

This can be a fun vacation. Plan ahead and have fun at the beach.

Are you hungry for something different, and not sure what it is. Give this pizza a try.

Speed Racer is a fantastical, whirling, spinning, psychedelic abomination with almost no plot, horrific sets and one-liners that would be rejected by Laffy Taffy.

Annabelle's candy has been around for a long time, but their candies are sometimes hard to come by. That's why if you ever see an Abba-Zaba or Big Hunk Bar you should really give em' a try. Both bars use taffy in unique ways and taste amazing.

June is National Candy Month and I think everyone at least once in their life time has had some sort of candy! It is amazing to stop and think how big the candy industry is world wide.

Santa Cruz is as nice a town as you can visit and with great shops and good dining, it's a vacation must.

Here's how to go organic without breaking the bank. Part 1 details preparations before journeying from home. In Part 2, let's tour! Learn how to avoid squandering time and earnings, per routine menus or a special occasion.

From beat-boxing on the corner in the Bronx to generating beats by computer in the studio, hip hop, indeed has come a long way. Is it an art form that is dead? Yes and no. There used to be a time when people actually cared about the lyrics in a song.

The amusement park that offers something for everyone.

A vacation guide for the Philadelphia area - there are so many things to do there in the summertime.

The St. Louis Gateway Arch located in the great state of Missouri is the tallest monument on US soil, and is a true symbol for the United States of America and westward expansion.

Heading out to a party this year? Don't go empty handed.

Many beach towns have their boardwalk area. It is traditionally a long wooden pier along the beach where there is a variety of businesses. The businesses range from hotels to quick serve food venues, rides, and other entertainment. Wildwood's is famous.

Family get together in the back yard

On my most recent grocery store trip, deciding to expand the boundaries of my blissfully small world, I got a little bit of nearly every flavor and I am pleased to offer you a report on my findings

Planning ahead and having Games for Guests to Play can really set a party apart from the others. Try some of these fun and patriotic games at your next holiday party.

Do you want a themed wedding, but don't know where to stop? Here are ten wedding themes, with tips to get you started. Make it a night everyone will remember!

The Hampton Beaches in New Hampshire are the place to go and be in the summer time! The coast is very small in NH but there is a lot going on and there is a little something for everyone. I think that is what I like best about the area.

We're seeking out meal replacement bars to balance out our trips through the fast food drive-thru. There are many options out there, cereal bars, meal-on-the-go bars, protein bars, the marketplace is saturated with them. In this article I...

The New Jersey shoreline is world famous with it's boardwalk, casino's and it's history vacationing at the Jersey shore is a tradition for many families.

It's important to start with our leading lady, who's show seems to be inspired by the widely studied medical text book, Henry Gray's Anatomy of the Human Body (or Gray's Anatomy, as it is commonly known).

Doesn't matter what age you are. Wisconsin Dells offers a variety of accommodations, entertainment and dining for everyone.

Women are a large consumer of hip-hop. Yet we continue to complain of being called derogatorily names and unwanted sexual advances. We get mad and are offended. Why? We don't mind paying money to buy the Cd's or download the songs. We play them in our cars and homes.

A list of attractions in Manitowoc, within an hour of both Green Bay and Milwaukee

In the 15th century, the millefiori technique of glass bead making was developed in Milano, Italy, but it was not used in the United States until the 1850's. The alternate polymer clay technique is more recent.

Situated right on Santa Cruz's main beach, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk includes attractions that are fun for entire family, including rides, an arcade, miniature golf, a vintage carousel, and all the snack food you could want.

This store is a wonderful southern gift. The moment you walk through the door, you smell the awesome aroma of home cooking ingredients.

Frozen treats make a hot summer day so much cooler.

No more skin ripped off by wax sticking to it, no more daily shaving, and no more spending loads of money just to get rid of pesky hairs! What more could you ask for?

Nantasket Beach has been a Northeast summertime hot spot since the 19th century! Here's why you should go this summer!

Most of our soldiers don't want gifts for themselves, for the most part. Rather, they prefer the gifts they can distribute to the children in the areas where they are deployed.

What make a gelatin product gel?

For those who have kids who LOVE Jack Sparrow and want to celebrate their birthdays with style while Mom wants something that doesn't take a lot of effort to plan...a pirate party may be the perfect thing!

When I became a stay-at-home-mom, in an effort to eat healthier yet serve foods our children would eat and enjoy, I began creating homemade versions of our favorite helpers. Here's Beefy Potato Stroganoff.

From 10 lb. bags of candy corn to giant bags of Hershey favorites, it's easy to round up your Halloween candy of choice online. Here's where to get your stash.

How to celebrate an old fashioned Halloween with silly party games

Stand out from the crowd by creating your own Halloween bags for trick-or-treat kids. This can help to organize the trick or treat candy for visitors. Learn how to make Halloween bags for trick-or-treat kids in 3 easy steps.

Branson is an ideal vacation spot for any age....

Did you ever want to make some of the best Southern candies, all from the comfort of your home? Here's some easy recipes to try on your own.

A humorous look at how to avoid indulging in high-calorie, decadent fudge.

A review of a wonderful cheese and gift shop. Although it may be a bit of a drive, you'll be wonderfully surprised by what you just might find!

I've asked my children and their friends varying in ages from five to thirteen, if they could ask, what would they want people to put in their bags in this year?

A penny during the forties went a long ways. There were so many items you could purchase with just a few cents.

Learn about some of the foods that may cause tooth decay, tooth erosion and tooth discoloration.

these treats are fun and can be used for other holidays as well.

About the Olde Mill shops and the personally owned shops in that area. A little bit about the cabins too.

I wrote this about 15 years ago as a satire on men's fashions, but it's still timely. But it should be taken with a grain of salt.

Located just east of Seattle is a Bavarian Paradise.

Halloween isn't just for kids. In fact, adults can enjoy the holiday just as much as their children. If you're thinking about throwing a Halloween party, you will definitely want to consider the following gourmet treats.

Recently, Mattel and Fisher-Price recalled various playsets and toys that included Nickelodeon and Sesame Street characters, such as Dora and Elmo. Now, that list has been expanded to include Barbie, Polly Pocket, Disney/Pixar Cars Toys, and more.

With the summer fast arriving, there will be more and more people from the NY metro area flocking to the NJ shore. There are plenty of beaches, fine restaurants, thrilling attractions, and hopping bars and nightclubs. But the biggest draw for some is NJ's boardwalks.

Howdy Pardners! Welcome to another Roundup Review! Yeeeehaaaaw!

A review of Cherry Moon Farms one of the top online sources for gourmet fruits.

It seems everybody that is trying to start a diet has a sweet tooth. Nothing can satisfy a sweet tooth like candy. Unfortunately, the most popular candy bars (Snickers, Milky Way, Kit Kat, etc.) contain chocolate.

Growing up about an hour from Atlantic City has given me inside knowledge of which casinos are best and why they are superior to their competition. Learn plus and minuses of each.

Last summer I received a package in the mail. From the moment I saw the handwritten scrawl across the brown paper box I knew that this was special.

Ocean Shores is the Mecca for beaches here in Washington State.

recipe and guide to making a putty like Silly Putty. Safe, inexpensive, fun and easy to make and clean up.

This essay talks about the cute town of Bandon, Oregon and our day of crabbing.

Read this interesting article and learn why the The Vermont Country Store is a blast from the past you won't want to miss!

Diet research is promotional advertising for certain foods. But what happens when dieters get studies and claims from every side about what foods are best?

Classic party crackers are always great fun to have at a party. Kids will also love the thrill of pulling the crackers apart to find fun treats and small gifts inside.

Factory tours are fun and affordable for families and are quickly gaining popularlity. Families can get a behind the scenes look at how everything from ice cream to jelly beans are made.

York Beach Maine is a beautiful place I'll never forget! It inspired me and gave me inspiration through it's beauty and I think everyone should experience the magic in the beautiful vacation destination

After writing a few gift buying guides for the Associated Content call for content this past week I started thinking. I couldn't help but write a list of a few easy to find and affordable gifts for Associated Content content producers.

These turkey cupcakes are easy to make and fun for the whole family. The ingredients are simple and you don't have t be an artist to turn you simple cupcakes into a realistic looking turkey.

Rockport, Massachusetts is a self-described "seaport village" on Cape Ann, about 40 miles north of Boston.

This submission is a summary of the day my kids and I spent at the Indiana State Fair. I describe the variety of food we ate, the experiences we had, and the success of the day as a fun family activity.

A highlight of Gatlinburg area attractions

I love baking fun desserts for different holidays. These easy snowman cupcakes use your favorite box of cupcake mix and some easy to handle ingredients to decorate them.

This is a list of great gifts to give your best friend.

Pleasant Prairie, located on the Wisconsin border midway between Chicago and Milwaukee is conveniently located off of I-94 and offers greatly expanded shopping hours on the day after Thanksgiving.

I've included great shopping ideas and ways to make your gifts unique with some of our fabulous specialty stores.

Seaside Oregon is a great family vacation destination. Kids will love the attractions along Broadway and adults will love browsing the shops, strolling along the beach and relaxing in this laid-back Oregon beach town.

Portland, Oregon is a great place to live and visit. Starting from Portland, you can drive about an hour and a half in any direction and find a variety of activities to appeal to a wide variety of tastes and skills.

Family holiday traditions need not be either expensive or complicated. If you have trouble coming up with new ideas for holiday traditions, read this article. You are sure to find a tradition that suits your family for the holidays.

Weather you try new recipes or a familiar family favorite cooking with Kids can be fun for all.

An exploration of three of the best candy shops in Eugene, Oregon - including where the stores are located and how to find out more about their sweet candy offerings.

Touring Casinos on the coast gives you the opportunity to combine the excitement of casino gaming with the satisfaction and delight of visiting the beautiful Oregon coast.

Visit Atlantic City and take a stroll down the Boardwalk and see the sights and sounds. Visit Lucy the Elephant and the Ocean Life Center. Pick up some sweets at Steel's Fudge Shop and browse the Atlantic City Museum.

Seaside, along the Oregon coast, makes for an ideal vacation. There are miles of beaches, endless acres of parks and a variety of shopping available on this section of the Pacific Coast.

There is a town in southern California high up in the mountains that smells of warm apples. It embodies Norman Rockwell's idyllic portrait of American life. But this isn't a painting, it's a real place. The enchanting heaven is Julian, California.

Tired of the same old beach? Try visiting the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Located in sunny Santa Cruz, California, the Boardwalk is part carnival, part amusement park, part shopping mall, and right on the edge of the Pacific Ocean.

A bed and breakfast is synonymous with romance and. Salt Lake City, Utah is a popular destination for couples.

From teeny-bopper bands like the plaid-clad Bay City Rollers to solo crooners like Barry Manilow and enduring classics such as the Eagles and Chicago, the hits from the 1970's bring back easygoing times that live on only in the movies.

Neither disco, Watergate, smiley faces, or Debby Boone could keep the 1970s from producing some memorable songs.

Do you love to fish? If you're like me, you do. Instead of using worms and minnows and lures, why not try making your own homemade fish bait? Read this informative article today to get some ideas!

Born and raised a Jersey girl, I've spent my share of summer days "down the shore," as we Jersey's like to say. Summer means rhythmic waves and masses tied with beach towels at the waist, flip flopping on the boardwalk.

A sharp razor-edged understanding of why women hate men so much.

Highlights of things to do and see at the Indiana State Fair as it celebrate its 150th anniversary during the 2006 year.

Stone Mountain Family Campground is a fun place to visit for your next family vacation. With approximately 450 campsites available, from full hookups for RV's to primitive tent sites, you are sure to find just the right camp accommodation for your need.

Whenever I go to Newport; whatever is troubling me falls to the wayside as soon as I see the "Welcome To Newport" sign.