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The greater bulldog bat is also called the greater fisherman bat. Physical Characteristics The greater bulldog bat is two and a half to three inches long. Its tail is less then an inch. It weighs a little over one ounce. Bulldog bats, of which there are two species, have large nose pads, ridged chins and…

This summer, House of Dereon introduces the hottest plus size summer dresses that are perfect for any summer party or get together. The House of Dereon plus size summer dress collection features pretty prints, vibrant colors and flattering details. Here are a few of the latest plus size summer dresses from the House of Dereon…

I found him sitting in the middle of the road. I nearly ran the little bugger over, but my intuition told me to stop, because this little thing in the middle of the road standing there lost and confused was no leaf or piece of garbage, this itty black thing standing their with his head…

Kalamazoo Valley Community College was my educational home for 2.5 years. Being as my parents didn’t help me pay for college and I didn’t make much money on my own, I decided to go to a community college that would transfer later to a four-year university. My college of choice was KVCC for the simple…

If you are planning a trip to Madrid, Spain and do not have Retiro Park on your agenda you will be missing out on a natural haven. As one of Madrid’s most popular parks, this attraction offers a relaxing refuge from the fast-paced city life. During a visit, you’ll want to take a stroll down…

1983 saw a number of significant news events unfold and pop culture continued to evolve. 1983 was a landmark year as far as worldwide terrorism goes; in Beirut, 237 American marines die in a terrorist explosion. Meanwhile, “modern” technology expanded further as people begin taking to the digital sound quality that compact discs (CDs) offer,…

Suffering from foot pain can lead to impaired mobility and complications with activities of daily living. For most high school athletes, the complications of foot pain are often associated with an acute injury associated with sports or physical training. In some adolescents, there is a risk for developing chronic foot pain which is, unfortunately, commonly…

Everyone who collects Krypt Kiddies knows that all of the babies in the collection were all murdered in unusual gruesome fashions; for those of you who didn’t know that, now you do. Pat yourself on the back! You learned something today. Anyhow, I have been seeking these demonic dolls since they first released in 2004,…

Live Wire Farm Timber Products are the perfect gifts for lovers of wood. Created by John Robohm and made from wood from timber from his own property, the artist creates a variety of creative wooden items. The different types of timber available include maple, beech, or birch. Live Wire Farm Timber products are hand-carved pieces…

Spyware is the number one cause to slowness in your PC and everyone should have a good tool or program to eliminate or block spyware from their computer. Well there are plenty of costly programs that will keep you protected but I prefer free programs and have found and tested one that I can recommend…

Genres: Comedy and Adaptation Running Time: 1 hr. 45 min. Release Date: August 24th, 2007 (wide) MPAA Rating: PG-13 for language.Distributors: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) Directed by: Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini JJ Rating: B Annie (Scarlett Johansson) botched an interview and decided to spend a moment at the park. That moment had her mistaken…

There are three very distinct portrayals of women in Vanity Fair. They fall into three major archetypes of female characters throughout literature: “The Ditz”, “The Temptress”, and “The Bitch”. These roles are played out by the three major female characters in the story: Amelia Sedly, Rebecca Sharp, and Mrs. Crowley. They show the progression of…

With the rising incidences of autism and autism spectrum disorders, more and more people are becoming vocal about this disability. Many decorate their car with magnetic decals, wear t-shirts that speak about autism, and adorn themselves with autism jewelry. Autism jewelry is great for both men and women, and can be used to raise awareness…

Gatorade has recently introduced a product called G2. There is a lot of buzz about this new product on television and throughout the media. But, many people have wondered if it’s any different than regular Gatorade; or if it’s just new, fancier packaging. Original Gatorade is a confusing product in general to many non-athletes or…

ESSEX – The lighthouses are welcome landmarks and beacons to boaters on Long Island Sound. Crisply detailed black and white renderings of the familiar beacons line the walls of this Essex artist’s home. And, unlike typical marine art – done in paint or pastel on canvas, these are created on scratchboard, an art form and…

Recently, Engadget.com told the story of how a South Korea quarry worker was found mysteriously dead, bleeding from the nose where he lay next to his electronic shovel. A coroner examined him, and reported that his spine and ribcage were fractured, and that his heart and lungs had been damaged. Evidence pointed to an explosion….

Florida has a diverse history. Though not in any particular order listed herein, Florida has been home to: the first native Americans, the Seminole; Civil War; the Spaniards landing on the coast to claim land and pillage resources; and some fateful Spanish ship wrecks that dumped treasure at the bottom of the ocean where seasoned…

In the past, couples were satisfied with taking pictures at the church and reception hall. Then one day someone decided it would be cool to take pictures outdoors. I have no idea when taking outdoor photos became a trend, but the fact is it is now a must have for every brides photo album. I…

Do ghosts exist? What is a ghost? Figment of imagination? Something jumping out to say “BOO!” ? What is a ghost? I have read several books on ghosts, and have taken various ghost tours whenever I have the chance. Most of the stories involve completely inexplicable circumstances – normally locked windows opened and extremely cold…

Because of the rapid human encroachment upon previously undeveloped land, each year more than a dozen majestic King Cobras are wantonly killed by villagers on the subcontinent of India and on the island of Sri Lanka. Many experts will tell you that one or more cobras in any given ecosystem poses serious potential health problems…

Cobra Golf has come out with not only a new hybrid and irons for this upcoming golf season, but has recently released a new series of drivers, the L4V. This driver is designed to be forgiving and long period. The club head is 460cc, the maximum allowed by the rules of golf. The COR is…

With childhood obesity and diabetes on the rise, it may seem impossible to decide what food to feed your child. Every cereal and snack food seems to claim near miracle strength levels of nutritional value, while in the back of your head you are wondering whether that bag of yogurt raisins you gave your child…

The age-old question for women is how to attract the men of their dreams and get them to want to commit to marriage. As a 61-year-old man, suffice it to say that I have been around the block quite a few times, and for you ladies who really would like to know and are serious…

Also known as Devil’s Claw, Unicorn Plant or Aphid Trap, Probo L. may have more uses than just being something eaten like okra, pickled or used in arts and crafts. There are many varieties of proboscideam but they can be distinguished by the color of the flower, the seed and the length of the fruit….

The year is 1969, the place is Harlem and the event is the Harlem Music Festival in Harlem New York, and the crowd can be heard cheering. The crowd is enthusiastically cheering on the musician – Nina Simone. Nina Simone sits propped behind a microphone and her piano, backed by her 5 piece band. Musically,…

Expressing yourself clearly when you’re writing in English isn’t just important for you, but for the people reading you. Whether it’s an essay, a report, an email or an article, you should be punctuation-savvy. Commas are a big part of communicating your thoughts. This guide should help. Obvious uses are after greetings or endings, for…

Macworld 2008 was held at the Moscone Center, in San Francisco, California, and was an experience not to be missed ever. I am a Mac fan to the core of my “intel-core duo processor”. Seriously though, this is an event that is not to be missed if you enjoy Mac products as I do. I…

In a time where computers and the use of the internet have become a normal everyday activity and business practice, it is also a time where the threat of viruses and hackers has raised awareness on maintaining optimum PC health on a daily basis. There can never be enough of security when it comes to…

There is no doubt about it, putting kids in any kind of proximate to vegetables has caused problems since forever. Even as infants, kids gladly slurp up their pears and apricots, but switch over to peas or beans and you are in for a fight. Today more and more parents are becoming concerned enough about…

Having the only apes living wildly in Europe, with the possible exception of the British themselves (the Germans have been known to call the British “island apes”, you see), the 30,000 Gibraltarians living on Britain’s last European colony have a special relationship with the 250 Barbary Macaque monkeys living upon their famous Rock of Gibraltar….

There are several different causes for earaches, and they even come in different forms. If you’ve never experienced one in any form, count yourself fortunate. An earache is not easy to ignore, but did you know you can have an ear infection and not even have any pain? Such an infection can lead to serious…

Skype is a online telephone service that is available to everyone in its most basic form for free. Skype allows you to have another way of messaging your friends online, but not only that; it also allows you to call each other at any time you want for as long as you want and all…

Ea sports recently announced the cover of Madden 2010. With the announcement it brought a lot of shock when they announced they will have 2 players on the cover of the game. Them players would be Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals, and Troy Polamalu of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both players played in the Superbowl…

Shadowed lines wrapped around the buildings. Voices filled the air. The sound of feet shuffling against the harsh pavement and the sound of fabric pushed up against another body echoed throughout the cold night. Pale hands grabbed the glass doors that remained locked. More voices of protest shook the lines that continued to coil around…

Since apple kindly decided to release Safari for users of the Microsoft operating systems, I thought I would happily oblige them by using their product to see what it is like. So far, Firefox still has it beat out in many areas, but that may be because I have been using Firefox for a while…

The other day when my two year old came toddling up holding one of my clove cigarettes in his hand. He was about to take a big bite out of it, and naturally I freaked out and grabbed it out of his hand. The whole episode had me pretty shaken, and I realized I had…

I usually do not like to watch reruns on television. Rerun time registers to me as “turn off the TV, turn on some classical music, and pickup a book.” But last night, there was a rerun of CBS’ NCIS TV show that I so loved the first time, I had to watch it again. In…

E.L.F cosmetics is known for their affordable makeup line. They have everything from the usual pressed eyeshadows, liquid eyeliners and face powders to mineral makeup and body care products. I was turned on to E.L.F cosmetics, short for Eyes Lips Face, by watching Youtube makeup tutorial videos. So many makeup gurus and viewers were talking…

Mt. Ashland is located in southwest Oregon near the border with California. It is the tallest peak in the Siskiyou mountain range at 7500 feet. Most of the ski runs are north facing keeping the 300 inches a year of snow, fresh and deep. There are 4 ski lifts on the mountain, none of which…

Skeletonized leaves and other plants make a beautiful addition to a bouquet of flowers or other decorative arrangement. When plants are skeletonized, and then dried, they appear as white and misty wraith-like forms. Skeletenized leaves and branches can add an ethereal quality to your plant and flower arrangements. To skeletonize leaves, branches, and other foliage,…

Ease of Use, Performance: 23/25, Look & Feel: 23/25,Features 23/25, How much I enjoy 22/25 Total: 91/100 The Zogis 8400 GS Graphics Card is the budget offering of the DirectX 10 line of graphics cards from Zogis bringing you the best DirectX 10 graphics at an affordable price. The Zogis GS TC 512 MB PCI…

Tartar on a dog’s teeth can lead to heart disease. That’s why it’s important to make sure you properly take care of your dog’s teeth and keep them clean. Unfortunately, tartar can sneak up on you, and before you know it, your dog’s teeth look awful. Thankfully, there are several ways to remove tarter from…

Anatole France, the great French writer who won the Nobel Prize for Literature, was born to book business, literally. He was the son of a Parisian book dealer. Born Jacques Anatole Thibault in Paris on April 16, 1844, he would take the name of his country as the pen name under which he would achieve…

There is no lack of activities in which to partake during the summer months. During the cold winter months, the outdoors may be off limits unless you are building a snow man or ice skating, but during the summer, there are so many things to do it can become hard to prioritize. Should we go…

The US House of Representatives is getting ready to pass a resolution denouncing the genocide of Armenians committed by the Ottoman Empire in 1915. Why is the Congress proposing to deplore an atrocity that took place ninety years ago? It would seem a useless exercise. No one who participated in the massacre is alive. The…

Ghosts have been a subject of inquiry since the beginning of civilization, but ghost hunting is a fairly new field that has only existed for a few decades in it’s modern form. A lot of credit has to go to Harry Price, a pioneer in the field of paranormal investigation, whose studies of the infamous…

Using a paper calendar is something that doesn’t work for everyone; especially those who are on the computer at least 40% of the day. In this article I will talk about how using a computer calendar can make your life easier; I will tell you the advantages of it. – Schedule in Holidays/Birthdays/Anniversaries These sorts…

I remember reading Goosebumps as a child. I remember flipping through the pages and diving deep into the scary story that would await me on every page. Sadly though I cannot remember a single one of these books. When I saw that Goosebumps movies were being aired on television this month though I of course…

If you have thick, frizzy hair then you will be all too familiar with the fact that this type of hair is extremely hard to handle. Too much brushing can make frizzy hair lose its shine and the curls will be flattened in a frizzy, flyaway heap, too little and hair will end up knotty…

Eco friendly hotels in Maine offer comfortable accommodations while making efforts to preserve the environment. Green Hotels Association has a membership of eco-friendly hotels in Maine, including Inn by the Sea, Harraseeket Inn, The Colony House, Quality Inn, Best Western Senator Inn, Log Cabin Inn, Graycote Inn and the Inn at Camden Place. Inn by…

Local residents from South to North Carolina will be gearing up for a Halloween festival for adults only. This event actually began with a dare from a few friends to dress up in the most original costumes they could find. Well, as you can imagine-this dare led to hundreds of folk meeting up at this…

When I worked at my local electronics store, I had many people come up to me and ask me if I knew of a great television that is smaller, but also has a lot of features. Mainly, people were needing to know this because they were wanting to a good television for their bedroom or…

In concept, the Lustron House was to be to the housing industry of the fifties what Henry Ford’s Model T was to the automobile industry of the twenties: affordable for the average American family, easy to mass produce, and available in modest variations on one basic no-frills design. Its inventor Carl Strandlund, however, was anything…

The ears are one of the body’s most delicate systems and if we’re not aware of the noise around us we may lose not only our hearing, we may also our balance (equilibrium). The ear is divided into three parts, the outer, middle and inner ear. The outer ear consists of three basic parts: the…

Harry and the Henderson. Possibly the most beloved of all films about Bigfoot. Harry is Bigfoot and the Hendersons are his nice, white, middle-class family who take it upon themselves to assimilate the indigenous natives. Yes, laugh as Harry the Bigfoot comes to enjoy all the best that America has to offer: fast food and…

Chicago-based rapper Twista is a veteran in the game. He has been apart of massive hit singles such as Slow Jamz featuring Jamie Foxx and Kanye West and Overnight Celebrity featuring Kanye West. On his seventh solo album, Adrenaline Rush 2007, Twista tries to recapture the success of his 1997 album Adrenaline Rush. Will Twista…

Brothers and Sisters premiered on ABC Sunday night after Desperate Housewives at 10 pm on September 24, 2006. William Walker (Tom Skerritt) collapses into the family pool at the end of the first episode due to a fatal heart attack. Tom Skerritt appears in later episodes through flashbacks. His wife, Nora Walker (portrayed by Sally…

If you love waxing your body hair right off because you stay hair free longer, but you hate the mess that waxing makes than I have a product for you. It is called, “Parissa Quick and Easy Wax Strips.” They work naturally at removing hair and keep hair from growing back for up to six…

Recently I wrote and submitted to Associated Content an article about each of the first five books of the Old Testament, but it occurred to me that I should have begun with an overview of the types of books found in the Old Testament. That way, a reader of each article can place the book…

Most people will say there is no way to save money on laundry if you live in an apartment. There are actually a few ways to save money on laundry, no matter where you live. Trying these few simple ideas can cut your laundry costs down. 1. Laundry soap is the first place to start…

In the colonial era, when people referred to New York City, what they meant was the tip of lower Manhattan. Harlem, Brooklyn and Staten Island were all separate communities that were isolated from Manhattan by forest and water. If you read the memorial plaque on the Brooklyn Bridge it says that the bridge was designed…

By changing some small details in your lifestyle, you’ll get a healthier body and you’ll live longer. 1. Drink a lot of water. Researchers from the University of Utah in the U.S. revealed that women who drink plenty of water burn the calories faster. It is healthy to drink mineral water at the room temperature,…

Neurological complications, as we age, become more common. In many adults, the development of neurological complications often leads to loss of mobility and, to some extent, a loss in independence. For those suffering from neurological complications of an organic nature, often, medications can be prescribed to assist in resolving the symptoms. One symptom quite common…

Who hates mosquito’s? Hmm… just about everyone I am assuming. They bite, they leave itchy marks, and worst of all they could be harmful to your health.It’s summer time right now though, and it can be a little hard to avoid the son of a monsters. I use Off, I use sprays, and still the…

Kids, you’re going to have a really fun day today! That’s because, in no time, you’re going to have parachutes for all your favorite army men and other toys. The parachutes are very easy to make and can be used time and again. You probably have everything you need at home to start making the…

With summertime here and grilling season in full force there is a side dish that is sometimes overlooked. I am talking about grilled mushrooms. There are many kinds of mushrooms on the market with many suited for grilling. What goes better with meat on the grill than grilled mushrooms? You can grill white mushroom, portabellas…

Lyme disease is also known as borreliosis. This is a bacterial illness which is caused by spirochetes, specifically Borrelia burgdorferi. Ticks that are found on deer’s have these bacteria in their stomach. These ticks are responsible for the spread of Lyme disease to humans. Ticks usually feed on blood by attaching itself to its host…

We may not be able to get away with not having auto insurance, but many of us pay too much for it. Just like anything else, it literally pays to shop around – but that’s only one way to save money on auto insurance. Do shop around for the best rates. It’s the easiest way…

Micanopy, Florida, is one of the least-occupied, small Florida towns. Located in Alachua County, Micanopy has a population of less than 700. This town is so small, the main historic district is the center of town, which consists of mainly antique shops, which have been featured in the book Antiquing in Florida and many other…

Finding ways to save money on the things we would like to purchase is becoming increasingly common. I have the details on five ways you can save money at your favorite retailers. Save Money at Bed, Bath, and Beyond: Save 20% off One Item If you love shopping at Bed, Bath, and Beyond you can…

Although you may experience rapid weight loss on the lemon detox diet, its main function is a detox diet through a colon cleanse. As with any detox diet, releasing toxins in the body is serious business and should not be taken lightly. After years of eating an improper diet, the body starts to feel tired…

Minor burns, if you are ever around anything hot, sooner or later you will get burned. Good and bad cooks alike have had altercations with a hot stove, the stove always wins. I steam press small pieces of fabric for my quilting projects, so my iron is my nemesis, and I have the scars to…

You can use simple mini Christmas trees to make a whimsical winter wedding centerpiece for your Christmas wedding. You do not have to use white Christmas tree to make this simple winter wedding centerpiece. Get creative, add you own touches, and have fun creating custom Christmas wedding centerpieces for your wedding reception tables this winter….

Weekend Event Calendar for Worcester Massachusetts Oct 13-14 – Autumn fun continues in Worcester, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas this weekend, October 13-24, 2007. Weekend events in Worcester include blacksmithing, pumpkin paddling, heirloom apple tasting, and foraging. Is there a better time to explore and enjoy the Worcester area and the outdoors? Check the weekend…

Teak is a popular choice for outdoor furniture because if its natural beauty and durability. I love teak and have it not only for my patio, but in my shower as well. It is remarkably long lasting and although relatively easy to care for, it still requires special attention on a yearly basis to keep…

Hard drives are fascinating devices, and it can certainly be said without hyperbole that they’ve vastly increased the quality of our lives over the last dozen or so years. Despite the fact that most homes contain a number of hard drives, from computers, Tivos, Xboxes, iPods, and even some cameras, most people don’t know much…

From the time I was little I knew I was destined to have a head full of gray hair. At the age of 42 my father had a beautiful salt and pepper head of hair, although there was much more salt than there was pepper. And from the time I can remember, his mother had…

I had just finished building a bicycle, fresh out of the box. Bikes come with lots of pieces of cardboard, paper and bubble wrap to protect the pieces from scratching in transit. So I had removed all the wrapping and had placed it in a pile on the floor. I moved the bike out of…

I had the opportunity to visit Dickson Pediatric Dentistry located on Highway 70 in Dickson, Tennessee, this week for the first time and I must admit I was thoroughly impressed. I made an appointment for my daughter because of concerns about her bite. Like me, she has a separation between her two front teeth. I…

Now that you’ve decided to create your own comic book, you’ll need to create a story. Believe it or not, the story is actually the more important part of a comic. Some of the most loved and famous comic book sagas are known because of the story. On the other hand, there are some stories…

The Yoga Cafe is a yoga studio in Greensboro, North Carolina. The name can be confusing, but they don’t serve food, just tea. They’re located across the street from Guilford College, next to Quaker Village, at 711 Milner Drive, in a small building that is part brick and part yellow siding. It looks cheerful, warm,…

Earlier the lightning had frightened her, as it always did. Ever since she was a child, it frightened her. Since childhood, she saw thunder as the roar of an unseen angry tiger. Thunder made her shake, to want to run and hide. And, all metaphor aside, she said to herself scoldingly, “Yes, this is what…

Researchers have made an important breakthrough in providing vaccines to prevent the human papillomavirus (HPV). Researchers have announced that they have discovered a vaccine that offers protection against nine of the most harmful strains of HVP. This would provide even more protection than Gardasil, a vaccination that is already on the market. In a recent…

When I was a young girl, I distinctly remember seeing a made for TV Movie about a teen who still wet the bed. Because his mother was fed up with this behavior, she nagged and berated him. She even hung his sheets out of his window for the world to see one day. She wanted…

Studies have shown that if Alzheimer Disease runs in the family, your chances increase with each family member that has it. The causes have been linked to heredity, and/or environmental factors. Deterministic genes are the direct cause of this disease. APOE-e-4 and rare genes cause this disease and there are genetic tests,. BUT, just because…

Using Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS), the process of recording Trademark applications is easy. However, revisiting old applications is a bit difficult and needs more spending. A trademark is a distinctive sign or an indicator for recognizing a business or an organization. Normally, it gets registered under the name of the holder in the United…

“We use Pilates techniques when we tee off, walk up to our ball, putt, or drink a beer afterwards,” according to Sarah Christensen, inventor of the Hole in One Pilates program. “That’s really what makes Hole in One Pilates different from other golf conditioning programs.” Pilates is a technique for moving in a way that…

Military privileges inevitably undergo change following military retirement. But many still remain the same. Read on to find out what stays the same after you retire from the military. Shopping Privileges Shopping privileges at the military installation do not cease once an active duty member retires. State tax does not apply when retirees shop on…

With the 2009 fantasy football season about to get under way, here are my top 10 wide receiver WR rookie rankings to begin the 2009 season. Rookie rankings are based on a normal mixed NFC/AFC one-year redraft fantasy football league, with scoring categories including: receptions, receiving yards, rushing yards, return yards, touchdowns. Each players age…

Boston Celtics Last Season: 24-58, 5th Place (Atlantic) After an off-season of complete overhaul, the Boston Celtics are once again a championship contending team. The well documented additions of Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen should pave the way for an NBA Finals appearance this season. In fact anything less than a Finals appearance would be…