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All things considered, just think before you leap.

I've lived in several states, and have seen many amazing views in this world, but it was quite the revelation to me to see first-hand the wonders that nature affords this close to home...even in a state that tends to have such an interesting stereotype.

Even those who do not agree with Mr. Graham's message would have to be impressed by some of the items he has collected. On display, among many other things, is a check payable for $5 to Billy Graham from Richard Nixon.

A local coffee shop rivaling the nearby Starbucks, O'Henry's offers wifi and casual seating to entertain college students while keeping them caffeinated enough to write that last-minute paper.

Mountain Brook has maintained its status of being a higher-end community. With its location in the deep Bible belt of the South, you'll find friendly people, nicer, stately neighborhoods, a class all it's own...with a stopped-in-time feeling. Welcome to Alabama.

Whether you're a target of the current recession, a soon-to-be college or high school graduate, or just looking to change careers...how do you find that job to pay the bills, while not making you dread waking up in the morning?

Of the four gospels, a reader could easily see several discrepancies between the different interpretations of the parable of the Mustard Seed.

Through my relationships with professors at Samford - and the help of the business school staff, I was able to land an internship with Merrill Lynch during my senior year.

Are DVD players in vehicles worth the distraction?

Considering work on a master's degree in Birmingham, Alabama? A few thoughts to ponder from an alum's perspective.

For 9 out of 10 people, managing the entire financial picture is hard work. And for that tenth person, I'm convinced they are in denial.

Basics of good money management--how to get back on track.