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You may have to pay a surcharge to use your credit card — here’s what to know

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You may have to pay a surcharge to use your credit card — here’s what to know

Tax and tip aside, the price you see is the price that you want to pay. In our competitive consumerist world, surcharges and hidden payments are universally loathed. A classic example? Extra fees charged for using a credit card as payment. If you’ve come across a business requiring a credit card surcharge or in our COVID-19 era, a pandemic recovery fee, you’re far from alone. In recent months, these practices have become more common, particularly as some merchants — both big and small — hunt for additional revenue amidst the pandemic. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) For the latest news,...


Romance, that genre so pulpy it can barely be referred to as a genre can also, by its very nature, be so trope-y and overblown, it becomes satire without even knowing it

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Romance, that genre so pulpy it can barely be referred to as a genre can also, by its very nature, be so trope-y and overblown, it becomes satire without even knowing it

  Years ago, when I taught AP Literature and Composition, I would encourage students to read books they loved, given the fact the only requirement for selecting texts was to choose books, “of literary merit.” Though the College Board has since attempted to broaden its approach to text selection to include more cultural diversity, there remains a heavy bias against the ability of romance to include any merit whatsoever from a literary standpoint. I’m pretty sure I agree with this. I mean: Image under Creative Commons License Seriously, what is it with Scottish men and these books? Is it the...


The quickest way to sew buttons and buttonholes - Video Tutorial

The quickest way to sew buttons and buttonholes - Video Tutorial

Hello sew-friends! Today, I have a quick little video for you showing how to sew a one-step buttonhole and how to sew on buttons using your sewing machine. This is my favorite way to sew buttonholes and buttons because it's so quick and easy. The one-step buttonhole foot makes sewing a buttonhole nearly foolproof. Plus, did you know that you can sew on buttons using your sewing machine? It took me years to attempt doing this and it was a total game changer. In this video, I’m using the Brother cs6000i sewing machine. It’s a great entry level machine. Using...


Sheet Pan Steak Fajita

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Sheet Pan Steak Fajita

s Peppers, onions and tender steak are marinaded to perfection and roasted on a sheet pan for this quick and easy dinner.  s are a great way to enjoy your favorite dinner anytime of the week with just one pan to clean. Sheet pans are king in my house these days because they […] READ: s #HealthyRecipes #Onion #Entrees #Recipes #CornTortillas


Navy & Lilac Floral Asymmetrical Skirt

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Navy & Lilac Floral Asymmetrical Skirt

Vendor: No Rest For Bridget Type: Bottom Price: 49.99 *Self: 100% Polyester *Lining: 100% Polyester *Hand wash cold  *Fully lined  *Asymmetrical midi  *Ruched details  *Back hidden zipper closure *Model is wearing a size small and is 5'9" Measurements for Size Small:  26" waist 33" from top of the shoulder