'Vietnam was what we had instead of happy childhoods.'-Michael Herr, 1977

Today is "Vietnam Veterans Day" in Wisconsin, a day set aside to honor and recognize those who served in the war. 165,400 soldiers from Wisconsin served in Vietnam and 1,239 of them lost their lives. Learn more about Vietnam Veterans Day on the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs website. On this very special day I would like to say 'thank you' to all the men and women that served during the Vietnam War.

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Let's face it guys, if you're single the saddest thing you will ever see in a bar is the lights on at closing time. It's the moment you realize that although you've been bankrolling her martinis since midnight, she won't be going home with you. And why should she? You're a stranger, and this is just a game. The reality is- a bar isn't the best place to meet women. As a matter of fact, a survey of over one thousand women reveals that nearly one in four women would be embarrassed to admit that she met a mate in a bar. So where are all the single ladies? I thought you'd never ask! Check out this list of The Best Places to Meet Women. Yes, she's out there. You just need to know where to look!

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Before you pop the question though, consider living together instead. Believe it or not, unmarried couples who live together often benefit under the tax code. Check out these: 7 Tax Reasons No to Get Married

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Are you a NASCAR fan? While there are exceptions to every rule, there are a few truths that can be said of just about any NASCAR fan. Whether it be favorite drivers or style of racing, NASCAR fans know what they want and they are not afraid to tell you about it. For instance, most NASCAR fans don't like the chase for the cup. True, no? Here's an interesting take on NASCAR fans from the Bleacher Report called:Earnhardt, Daytona and the Bump and Run: A Few Truths About NASCAR Fans .

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That's it for today!

Karen

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