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The Thick Skinned Diary Politician

Centuries ago Dr. Johnson paid a tribute to the profession of politics as the last refuge of a scoundrel.What prompted him to make such a statement, probably, was a mystery. But seeing contemporary trends and the making of a politician we are inclined to agree with the famous literary genius for his foresight at least…

Parasites of the Skin and Their Infestation

Another case of parasites are parasitic skin infections. This is where normal parasites that find ways into the skin and to live and lay their eggs. The infections are ring worms, scabies, and skin lice and bed bugs. Scabies is the infestation of tiny little insects burrowing themselves in the skin and that causes itching,…

Best Small Dehumidifiers

Dehumidifiers get the excess amount moisture in the air out of your house, which, takes out allergens and prevents mold buildup. The following list provides reviews on the top 5 small dehumidifiers for the home. 1. NewAir ADS-400 mini dehumidifier This small dehumidifier is a great small dehumidifier for a small room or closet space….

Kellogg's Frosted Mini-Wheats Little Bites Chocolate Cereal: Product Review

Well, I guess it was only a matter of time before Kellogg’s jumped on the bandwagon and added chocolate to one of its whole-grain cereals. Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats Little Bites Chocolate are extra mini as they are almost half the size of the regular Kellogg’s Frosted Mini Wheats Cereal. I found the 14.5oz box in…

The Function of Dysfunction in the Military

Play a little game with me. Pretend you are the casting director for a new movie that will come out on Memorial Day 2008. You have to pick the leading man for the movie. This movie is the life story of a war hero. The lead actor will portray a military officer whose career was…

How we Redecorated Our Kitchen for Less Than $1,000

Like so many, I’ve lusted after granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances but had to face the fact that we’d have to compromise, deeply, to get a temporary kitchen face lift. Our budget? A mere $1,000, an amount that is less than the price of many refrigerators or cooktops or ovens. But even on this relatively…

Best Kids' Birthday Party Locations in Kansas City

Kansas City is a great place to throw a memorable birthday party for your child. I’m a Kansas City native and mother of two young children, and my goal is to keep my kids’ birthday parties as stress-free and inexpensive as possible. Let’s compare five popular children’s birthday party venues in the Kansas City area,…

Healthful Sun Exposure

I lived on an island in the tropics for years and never had a sun burn. I think sun blockers are over used. The best protection from the dangers of skin cancer is to allow the natural protective qualities of your skin to develop. Some extremely fair skinned humans are exempt from this strategy, they…

CK Pilates Studio in Marmora, New Jersey

There’s a wonderful new business in Marmora, New Jersey…CK Pilates Studio! Owner and operator Connie Kelly had dreamed of being able to open a Pilates studio for some time, and when a former dance studio close to her home came up for rent, Connie just knew it would be the perfect place for her new…

Six Secrets to Budget Travel in Italy

A vacation to Italy is a dream for many Americans. Despite a weak U.S. dollar against the euro, Italy continues to be a popular destination for U.S. travelers. I’m sharing six secrets to budget travel learned during my November 2007 vacation in Italy in hopes your trip won’t be as expensive. Secret #1 to Budget…

Most Popular Online Associate's Degree Programs

Online associate’s degrees are becoming popular because people want to earn the degrees but don’t have the time to enroll in traditional universities. However, online degree programs from accredited universities provide a convenience and flexibility. This is the list of the best associate’s degree programs. Brown Mackie College Brown Mackie has 21 locations across the…

Worldwide Toothpaste Voluntary Recall by Gilchrist & Soames

According to a United States Food and Drug Administration press release, the global Indianapolis based firm of Gilchrist & Soames has initiated a worldwide voluntary recall of its Gilchrist & Soames 0.65oz/18ml toothpaste manufactured in China (small size). The toothpaste is produced by Ming Fai Enterprises International Co., LTD. The recall is being issued after…

Craft Fun and Funky Tie-Dye Striped Curtains

If your home decor tastes run to the fun and whimsical, you will love these tie-dye striped curtains. Crafting theses curtains is fun and inexpensive and will leave you with a truly unique window treatment. Tie-dye striped curtains can be made in any color combination to match your decor. Materials Needed for Tie-Dye Striped Curtains…

Fantasy Baseball Prospect: Trevor Cahill – SP – Oakland Athletics

With rookies making significant contributions to fantasy baseball teams every year, Oakland Athletics rookie starting pitcher Trevor Cahill will have an opportunity to aid fantasy baseball teams in 2009. So what can Trevor Cahill do for your fantasy baseball team? Player Profile: Trevor Cahill Height: 6-3 Weight: 195 Born: March 1, 1988 Draft: 2006 –…

Predictions: Undeclared Voters Could Have Effect on New Hampshire Primary

New Hampshire is a cool state. It has more registered “undeclared” voters then it has registered Republicans or Democrats. An undeclared voter is an independent, who can vote in either primary, just not in both. It is one of only two states which has neither a sales tax nor an income tax. It’s motto is…

Letter Perspectives: The Perfect Gift for Someone Who Has Everything

Do you have to purchase a present for someone this holiday season for a picky person? Or maybe you are seeking a present for someone that has absolutely has everything? Well, your worries are over for this year. There is a wonderful new product on the market that is called Letter Perspectives. It is the…

Top Seven Plants for Backyard Bog Gardens

Bog gardens are areas of very wet soil and free standing water in the garden. They can be fashioned by using a barrier, such as a garden pond liner or tarp, under the soil to hold the water in. One of the best things about having a bog garden is the wide variety of plants…

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen New Robot Characters

The countdown begins for the official opening of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen now Transformers fans only have a week left to experience what movie critics are calling the most anticipated movie this summer. Expectations of the sequel to the blockbuster action packed 2007 “Transformers” movie, has been building gradually since we got our first…

The Essentials by the Spinners

When I hear the Spinners, my mind spins back to my youth. The year was 1973. I was sitting at a table in my high school lunchroom with my buddies Howard and Lindsey. We were chillin’ to peanut butter sandwiches, half-pint milk cartons and a groovin’ Philly-syncopated R&B jam that poured out of the lunchroom…

Where to Celebrate the New Year 2008 in Bangkok

The New Year’s Eve celebrations in Bangkok are always amazing every year, and this year should be no exception. Last year, Bangkok had several small terrorist bombings on New Year (small bombs going off in several areas of Bangkok within a few hours of each other), so this year you can also guarantee many of…

Interview with a Police Officer Who Deals with the Mentally Ill in the CIT

Dottie L. Davis is the Deputy Chief of the Fort Wayne Police Department. She is involved and a passionate advocate for Crisis Intervention Treatment. CIT is a program that has evolved as a result of calls on consumers (the name that she referred to arrest suspects) who are mentally ill. I was privileged to hear…

Best Mexican Restaurants in Tacoma, Washington

Having grown up in Southern California where Mexican restaurants were plentiful, I grew up loving the taste of Mexican fare. Salsa, enchiladas, tacos, carne asada, tamales! Just thinking about these foods makes me salivate! When I left California to join the military, I realized that Mexican food was not something that was as plentiful in…

Easy Shoe Shopping from Home

We’re all used to the idea of buying products online, but within the last few years, an interesting type of web store has come about. I’m referring to the free-shipping, free-return-shipping, online shoe store. I have come across six of these websites so far, and they have similar business models. The way these websites all…

How to Create a Family Caregiver’s Home Health Emergency Care Plan

Having been a caregiver for my stroke survivor husband for the past seven years, and having share-cared for my dementia inflicted father the five years before my husband’s stroke, I’ve learned a lot about the need to write an Emergency Care Plan. Family caregivers occasionally get sick or have other set backs that can put…

Ken Burns’s The War on PBS

PBS, the known leader in history, information, documentary and educational television is giving us a real treat this fall beginning on September 23 at 8pm with the first of the 7-part series, The War. Ken Burns long-time director for PBS and creator of some of the very best in historical docudramas, is gifting us with…

My Experience Writing at Associated Content

Writers work hard on a goal that seems frivolous to the general public. But without writers, there would be no information, communication or art. The written word puts everything into proper and orderly perspective. Along the way, artists encounter a lot of negativity and pitfalls on the bumpy road to success, depending on what one’s…

An Interview with 2 Members of AziZa

I am told that World Fusion was a term coined in the 80’s. It is “roots” music, music based on traditional music from whatever the nationality. The band AziZa plants the roots of their music in the styles of the middle east. Their inspiration comes from Turkish, Greek, Egyptian, Andalusian and Balkan culture and music….

Learn How to Make Soul Food: Turkey Wings

As a child, I was fortunate enough to have a grandmother from the Deep South who was as proficient at cooking Soul food as she was singing in the choir box at church. There was never a time that we ate a meal that wasn’t absolutely delicious. From spicy Collared Greens to beautiful, crispy fried…

$33.91 Million Budget Proposed in Old Saybrook, Conn.

OLD SAYBROOK, Conn. – At the May 10 town budget meeting, First Selectman Michael Pace said that the proposed budget for next years “carries the philosophy our board (of selectmen) has had over eight years.” That philosophy, Pace said, is that the “town can be progressive and fiscally responsible. There does not have to be…

Cardiac Bypass Surgery in Women & the Risk for Breast Tissue Complications

Cardiac surgery significantly alters the health and welfare of not only the cardiac patient but also the supportive family and friends. In many cases of cardiac surgery, especially with cardiac bypass surgery, the complications in the months after surgery involve the risk for mental health complications. For women, cardiac surgery also poses other health risks….

Hot Weather Safety Tips

My niece and nephew arrived in Texas for their summer visit last night. They are from here, but for the last three years have been residing in Maine. Before we even picked up their luggage from baggage claim, they were complaining of the heat— in an air conditioned AIRPORT. I was laughing as I actually…

Review: Colvin's Cottage – Summer Vacation Lakefront Cabin in Northern Wisconsin

If you are looking for a traditional and quaint summer vacation cabin in northern Wisconsin that offers private lakefront access and a beach area, then Colvin’s Cottage near Eagle River may be the destination for you. Listed below is a personal review of Colvin’s Cottage near Eagle River, Wisconsin. Location & Travel Information: Eagle River,…

Cute Wooden Spoon Potholder Hanger

Lots of people use wooden spoons for cooking, but if you’ve somehow ended up with more wooden spoons than you need, use some of them to make cute craft projects that will look great in your kitchen. The spoons can be decorated, and hardware added, to make a unique potholder hanger for the side of…

Yummy Food but Loud Atmosphere at Red Robin – Michigan Locations

I’ve been to two Locations for Red Robin in my life. One I’ve been to many times (in Westland by the Mall). One I went to for the a few times (In Livonia by Laurel Park Place) the third was in Novi. After having similar likes and dislikes about all three locations, I figured this…

The Kingdom: Movie Sneak Preview

With the exception of an intense, eye-popping battle sequence near the end of the film that might upset sensitive stomachs, director Peter Berg (“Friday Night Lights”) has created a superb action thriller with “The Kingdom.” When a terrorist attack in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia leaves many American oil company workers wounded or dead, FBI Special Investigator…

Duke Lacrosse Player Rape Case Prosecuter Disbarred

According to the Associated Press, Mike Nifong, the District Attorney who tried the Duke Lacrosse Players rape case was disbarred Saturday for his handling of the case. The rape case made headlines everywhere when an African American exotic dancer accused several Duke University Lacrosse team members of rape. Nifong was accused of many ethical breaches…

Three Ethical Arguments Against Affirmative Action

It is time we cease judging people based on the color of their skin and focus on their true character. For three pivotal considerations — that affirmative action harms its intended beneficiaries, that it punishes the most innocent and industrious of persons, and that it defies an essentially individualistic American work ethic — it is…

The Microtel Inn, Lafayette, Louisiana: Great for Budget Travel

Remember the old saying…”You Get What You Pay For?” Well, that is exactly what you get at the Microtel Inn! My husband and I were excited to see a new hotel go up on Ambassador Caffery Park Drive, Lafayette, LA several years ago. The hotel turned out to be a Microtel Inn. Since we have…

The Many Ways in Which Abuse Can Occur

I started to write an article on Elder Abuse but I got more information than I bargained for and decided to expand the target topic to generalized abuse; it is a very important and sad topic. As a child growing up and as an adult, I witnessed different types of abuses. I saw elder abuse;…

Future Movies for August 14th 2009 with Details on Each

Here is a list of movies that are to be expected to be out on August 14th, 2009. When possible I will provide you with the rating of the movie (from G to R). I will also provide you a list of the stars in the movies, who the director(s) is/are, and what the genre(s)…

Make Your Own Herbal Massage Oil

A good massage can be a wonderful , relaxing experience. It can relieve tension, or soothe sore muscles after a long day at work. A massage can also stimulate your blood flow and restore energy to your body. A nice, scented oil can enhance your experience. T o prepare for a massage, make sure your…

CWFI Devotional Bible Guide

Genesis 18:16 Three men got up to leave Abraham and headed for Sodom. Abraham walked along, then the Lord said,A. Should I tell Abraham what I am about to do? Abraham’s seed shall become great and powerful nation and all the nations shall recognize that he is blessed. Abraham have been chosen to command obedience…

Creative Homemade DIY Gifts for Your Girlfriend

As everyone knows, girls like to get stuff. More specifically, girls like to get stuff from their friends, particularly males whom they may be romantically interested in. And as we also all know, the buying of stuff can get rather heavy on the wallet or the credit card bill. In order to make things a…

Spanx – The Latest No Line Underwear is a Hot Ticket Item – Even Oprah Thinks So!

Spanx, have you heard this term? It’s the lates, best thing out to smooth your body when you wear somewhat clingy clothing or to avoid any lines, panty or otherwise in pants. Comfortable, stretchy and invented by a young gal who had started out cutting the feet of her panty hose in order to get…

Movie Review: Bee Movie

Jerry Seinfeld has been away from the spotlight for some time now and 2007 marks the year of his return – but only as a voice in a computer animated film. While the premise is unique, the approach is generic, and the excellently animated, poorly executed family film will have difficulty avoiding the already popular…

Nightlife in Savannah, Georgia

If you want to go to a place where there’s a night life for everyone, no matter what your tastes are, then Savannah, Georgia may be the place for you. Savannah has one of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the world, the second biggest in the United States after New York City, and…

Best Natural Hair Dyes for Summer

As a hair stylist, I am often asked by customers and friends about natural hair care choices. I have researched throughout the years the best natural products that can give you color without sacrificing your hair’s health, keeping shine, and saving you money. With summer approaching fast you will want to look your very best…

What to Consider Before Buying Used Educational Toys

Are you a parent who is interested in buying educational toys for your child? If you are and if you are on a budget, you may be curious as to how you can go about doing so. Many popular toys, especially those that are electronic, can be costly to purchase. That leads many parents to…

Local Ghost Folklore and Legends of Six Counties in the State of Kentucky

Do you believe in ghosts? Apparitions and paranormal activity is reported every day in every corner of the world; here are the stories of six locations in Kentucky that have had their share of the unexplained. Adair County, Columbia, Kentucky In Horton Hall, located on the campus of the Lindsey Wilson College, students have claimed…

The 2008 Razzie Nominations and Predictions

It is award season time and that means it’s time for everybody’s Oscar Predictions. A lot of people haven’t even seen the movies that are nominated for the Oscars and yet they decide to tell us that Daniel Day-Lewis is the front runner for the Best Actor Award. Thank you Captain Obvious, have you met…

October 10 is World Mental Health Day

Today is World Mental Health Day! I read somewhere that 450 million people worldwide suffer from some form of mental depression. My guess would have been much higher based on the number of people i know personally who are on some form of depression medication. World Mental Health Day was brought about in efforts to…

Calcium and Menopause: How to Take Calcium Supplements for Maximum Benefits

Vitamins and nutritional supplements affect your health just as medication does. You expect your supplements to have a positive affect by enhancing your immune system, promoting heart health, or in the case of calcium supplements, helping to build healthy bones. If you’re taking a couple of calcium tablets a day, you may not be getting…

Udaipur in Rajasthan

In the harsh terrain of the hills and ravines of Aravallis, flourishes the city of lakes, Udaipur. One of the most romantic places in India, Udaipur is situated around the shimmering clear blue water lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era. The city was founded in 1567 AD by Maharana Udai Singh on…

Speculating on the Possibility of a Sequel to the X-Files Movie Fight the Future

Talk and rumors of a second X-Files movie have been circulating for years, making it a highly anticipated movie that to date (August 2007) has exactly no released trailers, no plot details, no release date, and no proof that anything has even been created for this second X-files movie. Of course those little inconvenient facts…

USA Network Line-Up Sizzles Down

Another layer is pulled away, revealing more of a character that leaves assumption behind. A step forward, we are taken further into a world of secrets and danger, and we continue to follow the footsteps of the ones that we watch. Chapter after chapter, their lives alter before our very eyes, and their fate lies…

Get the Facts About Swine Flu

Lately we’ve all been hearing more and more about the possible pandemic of the swine flu. But what is it is, and where did it originate? According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the swine flu is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza. Pigs get this swine flu regularly, and…

How to Plan a Wild Outdoor Honeymoon Near Santa Barbara, California

Santa Barbara is a large city in the state of California. It has a city population of about 92,325 people and a metro population of about 200,000 people. It has a mild climate year round making it a great destination for an outdoor honeymoon. You can expects temperatures to range from winter lows in the…

Halloween Party Crafts & Activities for Pre Teen Aged Children

Those pre teen aged years are a bit tough when it comes to planning a Halloween party. 5th and 6th graders are far too old for so called kiddie crafts, but not old enough to watch ultra scary movies or host a dance. Especially challenging are those classroom parties where teachers and parents struggle to…

Bridgeport, Connecticut, Bluegrass Band is a "Hoe" Lot of Fun

If you view the blues as African in origin like Chris Teskey of the Bridgeport, Connecticut bluegrass band, “Hoe,” then the genre is a tri-continental art form that intersected with Scottish Irish music in Appalachia during the mid 19th century. Playing bluegrass since the late 1970’s with long time collaborator Dick Neal, Mr. Teskey’s immersion…

Restaurant Review: The Red Fox Diner, Lighthouse Point, Florida

Our favorite place to have breakfast on the week ends is the Red Fox Diner in Lighthouse Point, Florida. It’s off Federal Highway in the Venetian Isles Plaza shopping center. It’s owned by Lou Petrone and his wife,Patti. It’s a family owned place, you’ll see his son Nico there now and then helping out as…

Horse Dragged to Death in Tragic Trailer Incident

A three-year-old American Quarter Horse mare was tragically killed late Monday night after being dragged nearly four miles behind a horse trailer on a bumpy road near Sonoma, California, in Tuolumne County. So far, no charges have been filed against the driver, and no suggestion of drug or alcohol influence has been made. The incident…

Renal Cancer, Metastasis & the Rare Spontaneous Regression

Cancer treatments often require very aggressive care to promote remission and regression. For some forms of cancer, however, there is a promotion regression that can occur naturally without any identifiable basis. For patients who are diagnosed with renal cancer, there is an association to spontaneous regression. While not a common occurrence, individuals who suffer from…

The Years Between the Old and New Testaments Part One: Political Changes in the Nation of Israel

Anyone who reads the Holy Bible and goes from the Old Testament into the New Testament will notice some changes in politics and religion. For example, there are groups within Judaism-the Pharisees and the Sadducees are two-which do not appear in the Old Testament, but are in the New. There is a new political power…

A Primer on the Recent Controversies Created by 30 Rock Star, Tracy Morgan

Tracy Morgan is a former SNL alumni and stars on the comedy hit 30 Rock. But it isn’t all roses and accolades for the star. He will be hosting Spike TV’s “Guys Choice” awards on June 13th. As an added accessory, he will be wearing the never fashionable alcohol monitoring device around his ankle. He…

Largest Voluntary Crib Recall in United States History Involves More of “Made in China”

On Friday, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Simplicity for Children, Inc., a manufacturer of infant bedding and other products announced the company’s voluntary recall of approximately 1 million cribs with older drop-side hardware. Owners of these cribs are asked to contact the company so that they may receive a retrofit package that…

Go Lean High Protein & High Fiber Cereal by Kashi: Review

It is not always easy trying to find a healthy breakfast cereal. If you browse the aisles in your supermarket, you will find that the vast majority of cereals are packed full of sugar and empty calories. Even many so-called “healthy” breakfast cereals provide little in the way of proper nutrition when you take a…

20 Great Songs for Spinning

Spinning is a great exercise that you can do either in a class or by yourself. If can’t make it to a class at your local gym, here’s a list of 20 great songs to add to your own playlist. 1. Cry – James Blunt This a great warmup song. My spinning instructor plays this…

Top 10 Songs by Darryl Worley

Darryl Worley is a solid artist who doesn’t mince words when he has something to say either in song or word. Although many of the songs are serious in tone he’s solidly rooted in family, country, community and a good sense of humor. Darryl has had several CDs that are solid all the way through…

Alisdair MacIntyre: After Virtue Part III

This chapter opens up with, I think, a very interesting thought. One of MacIntyre’s many run-on sentences is as follows: “For it s central to the conception of such a tradition that the past is never something merely to be discarded, but rather that the present is intelligible only as a commentary upon and response…

The Haunted Hayride: Chapter Twelve

I followed Kenny with a new sense of purpose as he led the way through the woods. I now was completely convinced that this Haunted Hayride wasn’t what it said it was. I think it had a purpose that went far beyond just scaring us. Or even killing us. I don’t think they planned on…

Pick New Patio Furniture for Summer 2009

Trends in outdoor furniture are toward practical yet very decorative compared to the past. The goal of buying outdoor furniture is no longer simply to find furniture that is weather resistant and comfortable but make a creative statement and follow a theme for outdoor summer living. Some of the trends such as out d door…

Black, Conservative Alan Keyes Enters 2008 Presidential Campaign

Alan Keyes, sighting his concern with the lack of backbone on moral issues in the Republican Party, officially filed to run in the 2008 Presidential Campaign. According to Renewamerica.us, Keyes formally filed his Statement of Candidacy with the Federal Election Commission. He announced his candidacy on a nationally syndicated radio talk show with host Janet…

Education Brochure Aimed at Minorities Misses the Mark

Wisconsin asthma educators had the right idea, they just missed some of the basics, according to a recent study. In a recent press release, it was announced that educational materials that were developed to target the state’s minority populations missed the mark. Other states that are planning to release educational materials should take note. The…

Can a Person Be Born to Reject Religion?

Recently when my grandfather passed away I seemed to have a more difficult time dealing with it. To me, death is a final end. There is no sweet reunion awaiting us is some lofty heaven and there is no such thing as a visitation from his presence. While some will find this lack of faith…

Jungle Rapids in Wilmington, North Carolina

Jungle Rapids is a fun-filled family entertainment complex located in Wilmington, North Carolina. Jungle Rapids is open all year long with activities that everyone in the family can enjoy including rock climbing, go carts, miniature golf, laser tag, a huge arcade, party rooms, and much more. During the summer months, the water park opens and…

The Feathertail Glider: Facts and Information

The feathertail glider is also known as the pygmy glider. Physical Characteristics The feathertail glider measures about three inches and weighs less then an ounce. Its tail is about the same length as its body. It is extremely agile and its tail has a row of stiff hairs on each side. The tail is feather-like…

Alcohol: Its Immediate and Long-range Effects

A lot of people start consuming alcoholic drinks without having second thoughts about the possible negative effects it may cause their health. After all, alcoholic drinks are readily available and are generally accepted by society. However, the use of these products actually presents the major drug problem of several countries, particularly those in the West….

Best Holiday Gifts for the Sports Fan Man

It is that time of year again. Thanksgiving was just a few bites ago, and Black Friday has come and gone. However, that does not mean that the time for shopping is done, and I am sure that most of you have still to have completed your Christmas Gift List. For those of you in…

How to Use the Apostrophe Correctly

Chances are if you’ve been around Internet forums long enough you have seen someone post Bob the Angry Flower’s Guide to the Apostrophe. While the simple rant of the flower is amusing it highlights a problem I have seen from time to time even on the featured articles section of Associated Content. What may be…

To Spank or Not to Spank?

Do you spank your child? Do you not spank your child? This is one major question faced by many new parents. The debate has gone on for years, and probably will continue. Sides are split on whether or not spanking is a good idea. Here are a few things to consider when deciding how to…

Men's Hot Weather Shirts

With summer just around the corner, now is the time to shop for hot weather shirts with the style to keep you looking good and the features to keep you cool. Here are five men’s shirts that are sure to become wardrobe favorites this summer. L.L. Bean CoolMax Tee with Insect Shield. Tees are a…

A Guide to Quick and Easy Recipe’s Using A Crock Pot

Slow cookers have been around for years. Your grandmother probably made casseroles in them, your mother probably made the same casseroles in them as your grandmother did, and no doubt your mother has probably passed those recipes down to you. Sure, crock pots are great for cooking casseroles, stews, and other normally long-cooking dishes in….

Beginner Sewing Project: Hand Towel Beach Bag

You don’t need a lot of experience with sewing to make a handy beach bag that hold your bathing suit, towels, change of clothing and more. It’s very easy to use an ordinary hand towel to make the bag without much money or experience. If you know how to do a straight stitch you have…

Get to Know Your ABC Islands, Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao!

Do you know your ABC Islands? Rather, do you know the difference? Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao are the three islands in the deep southern Caribbean that make up what are commonly called the ABC Islands. All are located outside the normal hurricane belt and almost totally free from hurricanes. These three tropical destinations are popular…

Superman Could Indeed Have Learned How to Walk Again

If Christopher Reeve, a.k.a. Superman, would be alive today, he would be ecstatic about the newest research results from the world of neuroscience. A promising new study gives new hope to spinal injury patients suffering from paralysis, a hope to one day be able to walk again and to gain control about other bodily functions….

The Origin of the US Dollar Sign

A QUESTIONABLE SYMBOL So frequently do we and our children grow up and go through our lives speaking, reading, and writing a language whose every word we frequently never analyze, never question, never ask whence that word originally came. One such word – or couplet of words – are the words “United States” and their…

Gay-Friendly Bed and Breakfasts in Lambertville, New Jersey

Lambertville, New Jersey offers its visitors terrific gay-friendly accommodations to choose from. If you are making plans to stay in Lambertville, New Jersey, you should reserve a gay-friendly bed and breakfast to experience the romantic trails and bridges this small town has to offer. If you intend on exploring Lambertville, New Jersey, take the time…

College Tips for Transferring Credits

Many colleges claim to have “Transferable Credits”, but one can never be to sure when it comes to trusting the colleges claim. Though many colleges do follow through with the sincerity of their claim and will actually help you transfer credits, find out which ones really do transfer and which wont, and will also show…

Fall TV CBS’s “Cane”

CBS will be premiering the drama “Cane” on Tuesday, September 25th at 10pm et/pt. This one hour show features a large cast of characters that are sure to keep viewers engrossed from one episode to the next. Let’s see what audiences will have to look forward to with “Cane”. This one hour drama revolves around…

Prozac in Tap Water

We assume that our tap water is relatively safe, despite the flouride it contains and the fact that chemicals are used to treat it. Bottled water is assumed healthier and cleaner, although the reality of bottled water (see The Rising Firefly volume 49) is often much less pure than tap water and is not regulated…

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