Jamaica Gleaner Feature

Published: Monday Saturday | January 3, 2009

New Year's resolution rebound - Planning flaws doom pledges, consensus shows
New Year, same ol', same ol'. That's the tragic reality that will face many persons inking reams of pledges they'll be making to reform bad habits and accomplish groundbreaking objectives, says one psychologist.

Hands off, Mister! Coping with 'touchy-feely' creeps at work
Few things are more annoying than employees who put their creepy-crawlies on co-workers. But when touching gets into the realm of general discomfort and, even worse, sexual harassment, staffers are encouraged to take matters into their own hands.

How to: Caring clay ware
JAMAICANS WHO appreciate beautiful art often collect clay ware as exquisite pieces of decor for their homes and businesses. Artwork also has functionality, such as vases, flower pots, cups, mugs and plates.

Rekindling relationships
The New Year is the perfect time for folks who have fallen out with loved ones to rekindle relationships. However, fear of rejection causes many persons to shy away from making the first move.

Leftover makeovers - Turning scraps into gourmet meals
Holiday preparations have come and gone and now you may be a little confused with all the food stashed in your refrigerator or freezer. Using leftovers is an excellent way to get more meals for your money by using your imagination to add new ingredients.

Bending the rules - Flexible keyboard presses the right buttons
Everyone knows the gut-wrenching shock waves that hit you when your gazillion-dollar tech treasure crashes to the ground. From computer components to all-in-one mobile phones, nothing rattles the nerves like the prospect of dollar-sign bubbles floating around. But there's one near-indestructible item that will ease those moments of anxiety - the foldable or flexible keyboard.