Category Ten Things Not to Do

Top Ten Things Not to Do on a Bicycle

The inspiration for this list is my three-day-a-week three-mile ride on the single-speed beach cruiser bike. I get some crazy thoughts while moving along, and I thought I would share them with you.  This list was first published on January 31, 2017. I hope you enjoy it 10 On a bike, do not think you […]

Top Ten Things Not To Do as New Year’s Resolutions

This post was originally published by Marie Ann Bailey and me on January 6, 2014. Since some of us still make New Year’s resolutions, I thought it might come in handy. Top Ten Things Not To Do as New Year’s Resolutions 10. For your New Year’s Resolutions, do not put “Exercise Daily” or the word […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do on New Year’s Eve

  This post was first published on December 30th, 2013, by Marie Ann Bailey and me. I think it may still be good advice. Top Ten Things Not to Do on New Year’s Eve 10. On New Year’s Eve, do not think you need to consume everything in the city. If you do, at best,  […]

A Fantasy gift list for Christmas Instead of a Top Ten Not to Do List

Usually, there would be a Top Ten Things Not to Do List today, but since we are getting close to Christmas, I thought I would have a little fun with a gift list. I have always fantasized about a gift list that would be just right. It would include some adorable things and cost a […]

Top Ten Things Not To Do When Driving in Bad Weather Conditions

  This post was published in 2014 by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since we all tend to drive in bad weather, hopefully it will still be helpful.   Top Ten Things Not To Do When Driving in Bad Weather Conditions 10. When driving in heavy rain, do not think it’s a good time to […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do When Buying Gifts for Others

This post was published on December 6th, 2013, by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since it is close to Black Friday, I figure it might come in handy. Top Ten Things Not to Do When Buying Gifts for Others 10.  If you are buying a gift for a girlfriend, do not plan to give clothes […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do with Your Thanksgiving Turkey

This post was published on November 25th, 2013, by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since Thanksgiving is almost here, it could prove useful now.   Top Ten Things Not to Do with Your Thanksgiving Turkey 10.  If you get a live bird for Thanksgiving, do not let your kids dress it up as a pilgrim. […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do When Invited to an American Football Viewing Party

  This list was first published on September 16, 2013, by Marie Ann Bailey and me. Since American football is going strong, and you might be invited to a viewing party, this list may come in handy.   Top Ten Things Not to Do When Invited to an American Football Viewing Party 10 When invited […]

Top Ten Things Not To Do When Trying to Get Published

  This list, authored by Marie Ann Bailey and me, was first published on October 14, 2013. Since authors are still trying to get published traditionally, it might be helpful. Top Ten Things Not To Do When Trying to Get Published 10.  When trying to get published, do not send a query letter to a […]

Top Ten Things Not To Do If You Go Into a Car Dealer

  Here is a list authored by Marie Ann Bailey  and me. It was posted on January 14, 2014. Since there is still a need to go to a car dealer, it may be helpful Top Ten Things Not To Do If You Go Into a Car Dealer 10.  If you go into a car […]