28th February
2009
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Coping With Teens
Most of us were never taught to be parents. So we can't help but
disappoint ourselves sometimes. How often have you heard
yourself using the very words you hated hearing from your own
parents?
When our kids become teenagers, it gets even harder. They seem
to reject everything we've taught them. As far as ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
Many of us at some point in our lives have suffered from what
some people refer to as a 'broken heart.' This of course is not
referring to our physical heart but an emotional condition that
can affect our physical well being as well other aspects of our
lives. Even though we are not referring to a physical break, we
often treat a broken heart the way we would a broken arm. We put
it in a cast, a thick protective coating that nothing can
penetrate. It is immobilized for an appropriate amount of ...
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28th February
2009
TEACH ME, I'M YOURS: If You Want Your Child To Be Smart, You Be
The First Teacher by Joan Bramsch
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TEACH ME, I'M YOURS is an ideal way for parents to help their
child grow in many areas ... physical fitness, body awareness,
physical perception and mental alertness. It is a well-designed,
effective program for all young children. By using it, the
children will gain self-control and self-confidence which will
aid their self-actualization and lay the foundation ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
We all know people who can speak volumes without ever opening
their mouths. They use their hands, their body language, their
facial expressions. Experts tell us that when we talk with each
other, only 7% of our message is communicated by the actual
words we speak. Now that we know that communication is not
really about words -- it may be a little easier to look beyond
words when we communicate with our kids who don't use words to
"talk". Our tips today are divided into 2 groups -- ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
They met at a dance in 1931, and six months later, on January
30, 1932, were married. I am speaking of my Nana and Pop,
(grandparents), who for sixty years were not just married, but
were in love. Really IN LOVE.
I have chronicled their love through some very touching cards,
(I found them in a box, tucked away with a lifetime of
memories), that were shared between them before and after my
father was born. Most are from my Grandfather to my Grandmother.
He drove and worked and she was home so ...
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28th February
2009
Sunset in the Rear-view Mirror
Driving home from work late one night, I couldn't help but
notice it was almost dusk. I was headed North, and driving right
along with the setting sun on my left. With a slight headache,
my thoughts drifted through the day at work that was over. I
work at a domestic violence shelter, and it seems one can never
know from one moment to the next what to expect. As I drive home
at the end of the day, it is not unusual for me to think of my
life, and all the changes ...
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28th February
2009
I don't know any parent or teacher of young children that
doesn't believe in the benefits of reading to kids. Virtually
all of them include "story time" in their daily routine. Books
have the power to capture a child's imagination & take them on
wonderful journeys. They also have the power to help them
understand new things & to send positive messages. All of these
qualities make books an ideal choice when adults are searching
for ways to help non-disabled children understand the world of ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
Teachers and caregivers often spend vast amounts of time
preparing for special occasions, particularly for holiday
celebrations. In fact, preparation for some holidays consumes so
much teacher time that the children and their program are
neglected, perhaps for as long as two or three weeks. This is
not an acceptable practice.
Young children do not need -- or expect -- elaborate
celebrations. Two- and even three-year-olds will have very
little if any understanding of the meaning of most holidays ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
You toss and turn, trying to wake up from a recurring nightmare
that has you in its grip.
Four generations of family members are descending on your house
for this year's Christmas dinner. It's suppose to be a happy
occasion, so why are you in a cold sweat? Tension rises and
tempers flare. Your daughter-in-law flees from you, stung by
your simple request to be quiet already, she's getting on your
last good nerve. Your mother-in-law tells you for the umpteenth
time how lucky you are to have ...
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28th February
2009
When I was a little girl, we stood in class with our hands held
over our hearts and said the Pledge of Allegiance. I never
thought much about it as it was part of a daily 'routine'. I
don't even think I comprehended what it meant.
Patriotism, until September 11, 2001, was just a word to me. I
knew I loved my country and was thankful to live here, but being
an American didn't evoke the feelings within me that it does
today.
Today, I think I know for the first time what it feels like to
be an ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
The holidays bring back such wonderful memories for me. But
it's not the gifts I received that I remember so much, as the
feelings of anticipation and excitement I felt waiting for the
glorious day to arrive. Back then, I thought the presents under
the tree is what made Christmas so magical. Now I know
otherwise. As I think about this, I want to teach my children to
understand and recognize the true spirit of Christmas. I know
they feel just as I did as a child and I want to make sure ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
'Nobody likes me. Everybody hates me.' That's the kind of thing
that I used to say when I was a kid. 'Well then, you might as
well go eat worms.' That's the kind of answer my mom would give
me. Eat worms? For crying out loud! No wonder I am the way I am.
See, it's my mom's fault that I didn't have any friends'nobody
wants to hang around with a kid who eats worms. I had even tried
to tell her this well-known fact. Would she listen? Noooooo.
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
So when was the last time you lost your patience with your
children? To answer that, would you be looking at your calendar
or the second hand on your watch?
The problem with having children is that by the time you've
learned everything you need to know to raise them, they're
almost grown. By the time you're wise enough, you're too tired.
One thing I have to say about having children is that it makes
you appreciate your own parents.
A frequent source of conflict between children and parents ...
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28th February
2009
"Friendship improves happiness and abates misery by the
doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief." - Marcus
Cicero (BC)
Interacting amiably with family and friends is a super stress
reducer. Instead of our minds working overtime on worrisome
problems, it is occupied with thoughts of other things and other
people. There is less room left for anxieties and self-doubt.
Good friendship is like good health - appreciate it while you
have it.
"Life has no blessing like a prudent friend" - ...
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28th February
2009
Unloved, Unwanted & Disowned
Ever since I was a child in kindergarten I knew there was
something strange about my mother. She didn't seem normal, but
at that time, how would I know what normal is?
My brother, four-years-older, never seemed to be home. I have
never had a conversation with him, and I am now in my late
forties. He was never interested in getting to know me or
including me in his life. He was someone I knew was there but my
existence, and his, was meaningless.
We lived in the ...
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28th February
2009
According to a new survey carried out by Alliance & where
ID_NUM=9270; Leicester, one in five small business owners view
tax as their greatest concern. The Chancellor has announced in
his last budget that companies with profits below œ10,000
will not have to pay any corporation tax with effect from 1
April 2002. The question to be asked is: does that announcement
make incorporation a more attractive option compared to being a
sole trader?
The answer is that from a tax point of view, it is ...
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Home and Family
28th February
2009
Like far too many people I lived in and was raised by a family
who believed the bottle and co-dependency was better then
dealing with the "real world", real problems and real children.
So, I learned to be: The Chameleon Girl, ready to change to
conform to anyone's mood, to leap to conclusions at a single
bound, to become fearful faster then a rational thought. I
yearned to be something..anything special. I searched for the
meaning of me..who am I..what do I believe. I did not
know..could not ...
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28th February
2009
Got something you didn't want last Christmas? Or the Christmas
before that? Well, you're not the only one. They got stuff they
didn't want either. "They" are your gift-recipients, the ones
you gave a stale fruitcake or a can-opener or that tacky
multi-colored Christmas-themed sweater to. The same fruitcake
and sweater that someone, most likely, gave you.
You hated it didn't you? So why pass it on? Probably because you
just didn't know what to get them. In today's fast-paced world,
we hardly ...
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28th February
2009
THE EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION Studies have shown that adults in
the nation's most polluted cities - even cities that meet EPA
air quality standards - are 15% to 17% more likely to die
prematurely than those in cities with the cleanest air (Source:
Dockery, et al., Harvard School of Public Health, 1995).
BUT WHAT ABOUT THE KIDS? It is recognized that because of their
physiology, children are at greater risk than adults are from
both short- and long-term illness from breathing noxious air.
a.. ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
Oil Forever ? We all know that this country needs to reduce
its dependency on Foreign oil. The question is how (and how
long). Recently Ford Motor CEO Bill Ford addressed his concerns,
perhaps leading one to question how long it will be before
demand exceeds production. Also; one hopes that his calls for
Energy summits are of value. Perhaps Mr. Fords concerns will
nudge the members of congress and the white house to get off
their duffs and adopt some energy policies that will make us
less ...
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28th February
2009
Peak Oil and Climate Change deal are two historic events for
humans and life on earth. The first threatens modern industrial
ways of living and the latter threatens the climatic systems
that are an integral part of our world and the way we live and
survive.
A quick recap on both. Peak Oil is the point of historic maximum
global oil flow, Climate Change is the alteration of established
climate systems due to (in this case, anthropogenic) global
warming. The onset of both will affect food & water ...
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28th February
2009
China's Fast Growth Causes Water Shortage Crisis Water
Technology Creates Viable Solutions for China
By Fei Wang,www.China-AsiaStocks.com, www.Water-Stocks.com
November 2005
As China's economy booms, the impacts on its environment are
becoming more evident. China, for instance, is home to 16 of the
20 most polluted cities in the world. But by far the most
serious environmental issue that the Chinese urgently need to
resolve is that of water. The country is facing increasingly
frequent and ...
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28th February
2009
MOSAIC HAS COME A LONG WAY
From ancient times staining glass has challenged the abilities
and imaginations of the great alchemists. From East to West the
sheer beauty of stained glass won the hearts of Kings, emperors,
sultans and nobles. For a millennium architects have designed
Palaces, Castles, Villas, and Spas and graced them with mosaics
and stained glass interior and exterior elements.
Today meshglass' combines the sumptuous colours of stained glass
in a myriad of patterns. The ...
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28th February
2009
Last year, Pentagon defense adviser Andrew Marshall issued a
harsh warning of the consequences of climate change: mass chaos,
national security crises and food shortages. If climate change
occurs abruptly, the report declared, there could be a
catastrophic breakdown in international security. Wars over
access to food, water, and energy would likely break out between
states. Even if climate change is more gradual, recent studies
have argued that as many as one million plant and animal ...
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28th February
2009
Calibration standards, performance audits, and the FDA's
never-ending safety, labeling, and inspection requirements are
just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to dealing with the
increasingly stringent quality control standards of the beverage
industry. As these quality standards become stricter, beverage
producers are increasingly called upon to get products to market
faster using fewer resources, while simultaneously managing
ingredient quality, and ultimately, risk.
Mix rigorous ...
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28th February
2009
Not every one needs to know that fluorine will violently ignite
many substances, that silane burns on contact with air, or that
ammonia will decompose thermally into twice its volume. But if
you work with specialty gases, this information is essential.
Safety must always be a primary goal when working with specialty
gases -safety and knowledge go hand-in-hand.
To improve your chances of preventing hazardous accidents,
follow these Top 10 Tips for safely handling and using gas
cylinders: ...
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28th February
2009
Kermit the Frog might think it's only natural to be green during
the holiday season, and maybe you can too by making a couple of
easy changes to reduce spending and waste. For many people the
holidays signify stress and over-spending. This year you can
take a couple of easy steps to enjoy the holidays more and
reduce the impact on our environment. Between Thanksgiving and
New Year's Day, 5 million extra tons of trash are produced in
the U.S., not to mention the extra energy used during ...
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28th February
2009
Windows are one of the great energy-wasters of any house. About
25% of the total heat loss is from traditional double glazed
sealed windows. New technology, however, has resulted in more
efficient energy saving windows that can significantly cut down
on heat loss.
Heat loss is not the only concern with windows - they can also
let in heat during summer weather. This can increase the cost of
running an air conditioner.
Modern windows use special materials to treat the window glass.
Low emission ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
Soaring oil and gas prices and the devastation of Hurricanes
Katrina and Rita have finally brought an issue into sharp focus
for the public: When it comes to energy, we're in trouble! We
import far more crude oil than we produce in the United States;
fully 70 percent of our oil comes from five countries in the
Middle East, arguably the most volatile and politically unstable
region in the world.
We need to develop sustainable, renewable, safe sources of
energy to provide power for our homes and ...
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28th February
2009
Rebuilding and Restoring in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina
Gulf Water Clean-Up and Infrastructure Rebuilds Face the Water
Industry Moving Forward
By Ann-Marie Fleming, www.Water-Stocks.com September 2005
As the clean up and recovery of the Louisiana area continues,
focus surrounds the region's water systems that had been shut
down, damaged and contaminated as a result of Hurricane Katrina.
As the toxic water is being pumped out of New Orleans, the
industry and the nation faces many ...
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28th February
2009
Report Excerpt: RenewableEnergyStocks.com Reports - Oil Prices
and Environmental Issues Fuel Renewable Energy Investments and
Initiatives
By Brian Noer, www.RenewableEnergyStocks.com November 2005
In North America, issues such as rising oil prices, hurricanes,
global warming and other environmental crises are raising the
awareness and importance of renewable energy initiatives. The
benefits to both consumers and corporates of energy efficient
lighting solutions are gaining in importance as ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
Scientists are currently conducting a study on loblolly pines.
The study utilizes a ring of carbon dioxide generators that
surrounds patches of these trees. The purpose of the study is to
determine the effect of an increase of CO2 in the air on these
pine trees.
So far, they have noticed that the trees seem to be growing and
reproducing much faster than before. They are also developing
more needles - an average of 17% more needles than typical
loblolly pines. At first blush, this looks like a ...
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28th February
2009
Sustainability Today
Achieving a sustainable lifestyle today is of paramount
importance for the health of future generations. The devastation
of our natural environment by individuals and corporations who
carelessly pollute the water and air, clearcut forests, and
destroy topsoil and natural habitats is in many cases
irreversible. Those of us living an urban or suburban lifestyle
may just be beginning to feel the repercussions of our
industrial lifestyle in the form of climate change. However, ...
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28th February
2009
Ever since the end of August, when Hurricane Katrina devastated
the major American city of New Orleans and the coastlines of
Louisiana, Mississippi, and parts of Alabama, the consequences
of environmental degradation have been front-page news.
Politicians and ordinary citizens are openly discussing what
scientists have believed for years: that the widespread
destruction of wetlands along the Gulf coast eliminated a
natural buffer zone which in the past had served to slow down
powerful ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
There is a lot of energy in sunlight and that energy can be
converted to electricity with photovoltaic panels. These panels
are made up of several photovoltaic cells which are constructed
of treated silicon which creates an electrical charge when
exposed to sunshine.
Each photovoltaic cell produces just a small amount of
electricity, so they are wired together into panels to provide
enough current for common household appliances.
Photovoltaic cells come in three basic varieties.
Monocrystalline ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
Wind is produced from the uneven heating of the atmosphere and
irregularities in the earth's surface. The air movement between
these areas is what we refer to as wind. Just as we can use
flowing water to turn turbines, we can harness the power of the
wind with wind turbines to create electricity.
Wind turbines have been in use since the 1920s. Their earliest
use was to provide electricity in remote areas that didn't have
access to a large utility company. Today there are fewer areas
that are ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
There are many good reasons to conserve energy. If we use less
gas, oil and electricity we will save money, and the pollution
associated with extracting and using fossil fuels will decrease.
Reducing greenhouse gas production may help to reverse global
warming. In a nutshell - conservation of energy has both
personal and societal benefits.
Most people are concerned with making their money last longer
and energy conservation can help by reducing our energy costs.
Homeowners can do many things to ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
The SS Richard Montgomery is a time-bomb waiting for a
terrorist to give Britain its first real tsunami and, maybe,
worse. This film shows what can happen when a government
conceals something very dangerous from its own people.
Fact: The US explosives carrier Richard Montgomery sank in the
Thames Estuary in August 1944. It was loaded with 15000 tons of
explosive munitions. The Admiralty decided to leave the wreck
and its dangerous cargo undisturbed. The wreck lies just a few
hundred yards ...
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28th February
2009
Residential hot water is a significant energy consumer for most
households. In fact, hot water is sometimes the largest single
energy cost. Using solar energy to provide at least some of the
hot water in your household can result in significant savings.
There are several ways that solar energy can be integrated into
a hot water system. Although solar boilers can be used on their
own, they are most often used in conjunction with traditional
water heaters which are powered by gas or ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
I have lived in Paphos for a few years now and after the
euphoria of living in the sun, going to the beach, seeing the
sea every day and watching fabulous coastal sunsets every night,
had settled to an acceptable level, I then discovered that
Paphos has so much more to offer.
Don't get me wrong, all of the above still excite me beyond
belief and the 'Med' lifestyle is all it is cracked up to be,
but behind the mask of simply being a tourist attraction,
offering all that the discerning holiday ...
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28th February
2009
Most of us are familiar with recycle and reusing, but how often
do we think of the third R - REDUCE?
"Reduce" is probably the most important of the three Rs because,
if we reduced, it would limit the need to recycle and reuse. By
reducing, we cut down on the resources that we use which results
in less garbage being produced. Reduce takes us back to the
basic question:
"Is it a need or a want?"
So often, our wants result in impulse buying. It is amazing if
you ask yourself the question, is ...
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28th February
2009
Around 60% of drivers of the 31 million cars on Britain's roads
travel alone, and with the number increasing every year, the
idea of car sharing as an option is being promoted by County
Councils as well as Friends of the Earth and Carplus.
Car sharing, also known as carpooling, is when two or more
people travel together by car, and the passenger generally makes
a donation towards running costs. There are a number of
organisations, such as www.liftshare.co.uk, that enable people
living ...
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28th February
2009
We do everything we can to do our part in the effort to protect
the environment. We recycle. We take extra care to combine
errands so we don't waste gasoline (especially at these prices).
We even make purchases online to save energy and keep the paper
catalogs at bay. And if you are like me, you just love getting
packages in the mail. Except... when I open the package and
discover that my item has been protected from damage in shipping
with the dreaded polystyrene packing peanuts! Not only do ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
Chewing gum pollution exists almost everywhere. It is impossible
to go almost anywhere without witnessing chewing gum soiling.
But when the chewing gum problem is present in casinos, it seems
to mar the very glitzy image that casinos are trying to portray.
Gum removal in casinos is very important in preserving the image
of a high-class place to gamble. Proper gum removal in casinos
creates a more comfortable and wealthy atmosphere. And that mean
more people coming into the casino to spend their ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
Snakeheads have some pretty terrible nicknames such as
Frankenfish. They have gotten a lot of media attention lately
since they found a breeding population in a pond in Maryland.
They have since been found living in other waters in southern
USA but are still not to be considered established in any area.
This is largely due to massive government work to keep them from
establishing themselves.
The fear for snakeheads has its basis in the fact that they are
ferocious predators that can swallow ...
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28th February
2009
On November 13th 2002, the Liberian owned tanker, The Prestige,
ran into trouble in heavy weather off the coast of Galicia. The
240 metre single-hulled ship had burst one its tanks and was
starting to leak oil. The ships Greek captain called the Spanish
authorities for aid but instead of the expected tow-in he was
told to steer away from the coast and head North West. Similar
responses were sent out from Spanish and Portuguese coastal
authorities who were keen to see the foundering tanker kept ...
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28th February
2009
L¬¬¬V -- Lubrication Oil Purifier Application LV series oil
purifier are suitable especially for purifying and restoring
hydraulic oil, machine oil, coolant oil and various other
lubrication oil. The most breakdown of machinery which has
lubrication oil system results from contaminated lubrication in
which has water, gas, impurities etc. LV series can rapidly
remove water, gas, particulate matters and impurities from
lubrication oil and improve properties of lubricating oil so as
to greatly ...
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28th February
2009
It is true that we spend most of our time, almost 80% of it, in
indoor spaces. We're used to worrying about the air outdoors. We
complain about pollution, gas emissions and smog. However,
indoor air can be more hazardous than outdoor air. That is due
to the levels of humidity that are created in closed spaces,
which support growth of bacteria and intensify the existing
pollutants. The concentration of pollutants per unit of air can
be 10 to 50 times greater indoors than out. Additionally, ...
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28th February
2009
VFD--Double-Stage High-Efficiency Vacuum Insulation Oil Purifier
Application VFD series is mainly used to improve the properties
of insulation oil. It can remove trace water, gas, particulate
matters etc. from the insulating oil effectively and rapidly so
as to boost performance of transformers, circuit breakers,
mutual inductors, cable and capacitors which has insulation
system. VFD series specialize in purifying branded oil,
insulating oil of high voltage and super high voltage
transformer. ...
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Art and Entertainment
28th February
2009
It has become a very common reality for the majority of
household owners to spend huge amounts of money on monthly
utilities. Most of the time, the most expensive things we all
have to pay for are related to heating and cooling the house,
but, however, the use of home appliances can also make a
difference in the overall cost of living for a common family.
In order to prevent spending unnecessary amounts of money, for a
quality of life that we can obtain cheaper, it is always good to
keep in ...
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28th February
2009
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Financial Benefits of Environmental Responsibility
Up until approximately 6 months ago, I was of the impression
that being conscious of the environment was strictly for the
benefit of the environment itself, and that I would derive
nothing from it; the ultimate beneficiary of any recycling/waste
reduction would be future generations, and the greater effect of
my efforts would occur long after I was gone.
Thanks to Dr. Anthony Watanabe and my work as the web developer
for the Toronto
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28th February
2009
When purchasing a new home appliance, a lot of people have the
tendency to go straight to the discount department and select
the cheapest models available. Sometimes the difference in price
can be indeed significant, but is it really worth it?
You have to be aware that most of the time, the cheapest models
of appliances are far from being the most energy efficient ones,
which is why is highly recommended to select the model which is
likely to produce future benefits, rather than just having ...
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28th February
2009
Before people can be informed on the options that they have when
it comes to turning their house into an energy efficient
household, they need to know why it is so important to save
energy. Unfortunately, most of the time, due to the fact that
people are too busy to be interested or are simply overwhelmed
with the everyday problems, it makes no sense to them to care
about energy saving issues.
However, there are environmental organizations that are doing a
great job at explaining to people why ...
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28th February
2009
Each room or area of your household, including the outdoors, can
contribute to making the process of saving energy an efficient
one, with undeniable results.
Thus, the attic, for example, is an area which plays a huge role
in the energy management of your home, which is why you have to
constantly make sure the door of your attic is well insulated.
Keep an eye also on the ventilation system, as it is highly
recommended for this space of your house to receive good air
ventilation.
Another area ...
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28th February
2009
If you realize the monthly bills that you are paying for energy
mainly are tremendously high, then you probably are seriously
thinking about identifying the most efficient ways that might
eventually lead to reducing your costs.
It is generally accepted that in order to try to identify
solutions for any problems it is mandatory to conduct a correct
and efficient assessment of the real situation. In this case, in
order to correctly identify the issues that might be solved or
corrected, you have ...
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28th February
2009
People have started to be more and more aware about the fact
that they need to save energy in their household for a variety
of reasons. The first reason, which is in fact the one that
mostly affects them, is related to the financial aspect. Thus,
by teaching the household members some practical strategies of
being energy efficient, the amount to be paid for the utilities
bills will automatically be drastically reduced.
On the other hand, due to well organized campaigns and to
intensive ...
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28th February
2009
At least once in a while and most likely when the utility bills
are delivered people seriously consider finding a good energy
plan that might be helpful in assisting them with implementing
some techniques that will result efficient in what concerns
reducing the amount of energy consumed in their household.
There are some basic things that anybody can check and fix, if
necessary, that can contribute to improving the overall energy
saving in a home, which include, for example, identifying ...
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28th February
2009
On November 13th 2002, the Liberian owned tanker, The Prestige,
ran into trouble in heavy weather off the coast of Galicia. The
240 metre single-hulled ship had burst one its tanks and was
starting to leak oil. The ships Greek captain called the Spanish
authorities for aid but instead of the expected tow-in he was
told to steer away from the coast and head North West. Similar
responses were sent out from Spanish and Portuguese coastal
authorities who were keen to see the foundering tanker kept ...
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28th February
2009
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Dear Hurricano,
I address you by the proper name that we gave to you, before the
whiteman, thinking that you are always in a HURRY with a CANE ,
called you the hurricane. When we first knew you, Hurricano, we
thought of you as an angry god that needed appeasement. So we
made no little a sacrifice to pacify your anger. Yet, we found
no succor from you, and we took your manace as the destiny of
these unfortunate islands of West Indies.
Now, I am sitting in my thatched bamboo hut, shivering ...
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28th February
2009
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September 2005
Drive slower, save the planet!
The environment is a hot issue that we just can't afford to
ignore any longer. To some, being environmentally aware is a way
of life, a necessary and fundamental aspect of existence. To
others being 'green' is something to aspire to, a lifestyle that
with a bit of guidance could be achievable.
Young people have been brought up in a culture of ecological
revelations, such as the depletion of ...
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28th February
2009
For centuries people have loved to tell stories, most of these
stories evolved into what they are today, and that's how we got
most of our myths and urban legends. Some of these are as simple
as a ghost supposedly haunting a house, but others have millions
of people who claim to have been witness to them. Most of us
brush them off as just stupid stories, but what if they aren't
just stories?
One of the most famous of all myths is
that of Bigfoot, an ape-like man ranging anywhere from six ...
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28th February
2009
The Building Code of Australia seems set to introduce 5-star
energy ratings for all new homes. While some associations in the
building industry are concerned that this is likely to push the
cost of building up, it is s step in the right direction for
energy efficient housing.
The move is in line with the Australian Greenhouse Office's
objective to minimise greenhouse gas emissions.
Until recently many homes in Australia have needed to meet a
level of 4-star energy efficiency as a minimum. ...
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28th February
2009
As with many Americans, I believe that I may have detected a
flaw in the Bush energy plan. It seems that oil resources are
vulnerable to weather that can shut down by a little bit of
rain. Well, okay, a lot of rain. And when you are dependent on
one source of energy, that source can be disrupted and prices go
up. By the way, could somebody tell me what doesn't cause gas
prices to go up?
The fact of the matter is that if you bother to look around
you'd see that energy is - for all practical ...
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28th February
2009
b>Make Your Federal Resume Fed Ready Now Uncle Sam is fussy
about your paperwork
Environmental Career Center
Hampton, Virginia
Want a great job with a good salary, security, nice benefits,
and promotion opportunities in natural resources policy &
management, environmental protection, sustainability planning &
design, or related area? How about helping with the
environmental clean-up of Katrina? Interested in a cool job at
the Flat Tops Wilderness Area in Colorado, Denali National Park
& ...
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28th February
2009
Surfers turn autumn green
New startup surfwear retailer, ZooZoo2, is determined to turn
autumn green. ZooZoo2.com founded by 12 year old Molly Luke is
on a mission to convince fellow surfers and snowboarders that
buying organic cotton clothing is the only way forward.
We are what we wear
In these days of global brand loyalty with surfers the world
over covered head to toe in those brand logos we all know and
love so much, it seems true that we are what we wear. But do we
really know or care ...
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28th February
2009
Houseplants and Indoor Air Quality
Houseplants can be the source of cleaner air, but they can
also be the exact opposite.
There are two main concerns with indoor plants, insects, and
VOC's.
Insects? Yes. Any houseplant that does not thrive will
eventually get infested with insects, especially mealy bugs,
aphids, whiteflies, scale, or spider mites. All of these insects
can quickly explode in numbers and can present a serious allergy
problem. Insects shed old skin and other parts and this ...
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28th February
2009
Dear Fellow Car Enthusiast:
Thanks for requesting this report on the "200 MPG Carburetor."
It should inspire you. It may make you angry. It may answer some
of your questions, while raising a few more. For example.
These questions have been running through my mind, How about
you? Is the motoring public the victim of a cruel,
profit-motivated rip-off...have carburetors been developed, but
suppressed by "big oil interests," that are capable of giving
our cars and trucks better than 200 miles per ...
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28th February
2009
Eliminating Allergenic Mold Spores in Your Gardens
ÓThomas Leo Ogren
Tiny mold spores cause plenty of allergies. Often our gardens
are full of molds but luckily there are many things we can do to
eliminate allergy-causing mold spores. All molds produce tiny
reproductive spores and the trick is to find ways to get rid of
the molds themselves. What we plant, and where, has a large
influence. I continually see the flat out dumb practice of
planting tall evergreen trees and shrubs on the South ...
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28th February
2009
I attended the June 2005 ASHRAE (American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers) meeting and
technical conference in Denver, CO. One of the things I always
like to do at these technical conferences is attend the session
devoted to an update of the current issues impacting our
industry. This time there was a session devoted explicitly to
global climate change. I got to the huge ballroom early so I
could get a good seat for the presentations and as the first
speaker ...
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28th February
2009
The world is a big place with big problems. Some environmental
activists demand we stop living our lives and look at everything
we do as an Earth-changing event, but not everyone can focus
their entire lives around saving the planet. The truth is that
it isn't necessary to make drastic changes in one's life to make
a difference. It isn't even necessary to spend more money to be
environmentally conscious. Below are seven simple ways to make a
difference in the environment, and save money doing ...
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28th February
2009
b>Protecting Wisconsin Waters in the Fall - Benefits of
Composting
Wisconsin's water is our most precious resource. And in
Wisconsin, water means more than what comes out of the tap ' it
is part of our lives and heritage. Our beautiful lakes, rivers
and natural areas are the places where our families go to swim,
fish, boat, hike and just plain enjoy. One simple way to protect
our waters is to compost your fall leaves.
"This time of year leaves make up the biggest component of
landscape ...
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28th February
2009
Electro Magnetic Frequencies are odorless, tasteless, invisible
pollutants. They are emitted from everyday devices like cell
phones, home cordless phones, motor vehicles, microwave ovens'
the list is endless. BIOPRO Technology provides a solution to
combat this growing problem called Electro Pollution, which is
known to present a health hazard. A decade of research supports
the facts that EMF's are linked to mild health concerns like
fatigue and tension to much deadlier disease states like ...
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28th February
2009
If you are in the dark about what air purifiers are and what
they actually do, you are not alone. Many people have at
least thought about the notion of improving their indoor air
quality, but quickly abandon the idea because of the
confusion surrounding the topic of air purifiers. Hopefully,
after reading this article, you will have a working
knowledge of air purifiers and how they work.
First of all, lets define the term air purifier. An air
purifier is a mechanism that is designed to ...
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28th February
2009
Does the word 'pollution' evoke a passive response from you? I
am embarrassed to say that before this article, 'pollution' was
an impotent word further weakened by its necessity ' we depend
on engines of all shapes and sizes to function in modern
society.
After completion of research, 'pollution' now elicits a
bittersweet awareness, as it legions an invigorated ominous
significance.
Every day of our lives, we obliviously inhale poisonous
substances into our lungs ' poisonous entities with ...
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28th February
2009
The price of a barrel of oil has never been higher ($62.00+ in
summer 2005 even before the chaos caused by Katrina). Some say
this is a temporary spike, but more and more analysts are
agreeing that this kind of pricing is here to stay. World
consumption is at an all time high and given the new thirst for
oil in China and India it is unlikely to diminish. According to
International Energy Outlook, global demand is expected to
continue to increase by as much as 59% in the next fifteen
years. ...
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28th February
2009
August 29, 2040 - Analysts believe that the effort in taming the
hurricane Pedro is the main reason for it to still be considered
a category four hurricane, before it reached the coast of
southern Florida today. This is the first time ever a major
hurricane has been affected in a measurable way by humans.
The hurricane fighting fleet of airplanes was alerted five days
ago and has since then been spraying the ocean surface around
Pedro's eye with a mix based on biodegradable oil to slow ...
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27th February
2009
What are "Earth Homes?" Earth homes are houses that are
basically constructed from the earth. Some earth homes are built
from adobe, mud, straw or even underground as an earth-sheltered
home. Environmentally friendly, earth homes are easy to warm and
cool and extremely energy efficient.
Adobe Earth homes are houses constructed from bricks comprised
of tightly compacted earth, clay and straw. Adobe earth homes
can be naturally waterproofed by using fermented cactus juice!
Earth sheltered earth ...
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27th February
2009
SEA CHANGE Australia's love of coastal living is leading to some
serious environmental problems, as more and more Australians are
choosing to build along coastal areas. This is leading to the
leaching of acid soils, which is degrading our coastline, marine
life and infra-structure. Australian coastal soils have a high
Pyrite content and when disturbed through excavation and
construction is leading to the natural production of sulphuric
acid, which is then washed down to the rivers and sea ...
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27th February
2009
Introduction Australia is oldest continent on earth and has one
of the most fragile and least fertile soils. Other than
Antarctica, Australia is the driest continent on this planet,
with over 80% of our land arid and infertile. It has one of the
least understood ecological systems in the developed world and
there are new species of plants and animals discovered every
year in Australia. Yet for over 150 years we have been using
'European Style' farming techniques with little regard to the
fact ...
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27th February
2009
"This is Freedom--as a good a name as any," Thomas Young said,
gesturing to a mature bald eagle perched within a large wire
cage. "Freedom is going to have his freedom if I have to sell my
soul to get his wing fixed."
Discovered in Cairo, Oklahoma, Freedom suffered from two bullet
wounds, and Young, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, master
falconer and ornithologist, received the injured eagle from the
Arkansas Game & Fish Commission. As Director of the Arkansas
Native Plant & Wildlife Center ...
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27th February
2009
This is a list of countries with proven reachable oil reserves
in billions of barrels, and is a rough estimate based on the
ability to recover the oil by current technological and
economical means.
Saudi Arabia - 262
Saudi Arabia is the largest exporter of petroleum in the world,
and plays a leading role in OPEC, which stands for The
Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries; an
international organization made up of eleven oil producing
nations.
Canada - 180
Canada's Athabasca Oil ...
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27th February
2009
There's a snake in the yard!!! What to do (and not do) when you
see a snake
by Chad Minter
First, don't kill nonvenomous snakes. Any given area can only
support a fixed number of snakes. If you kill the nonvenomous
snakes that leaves a food supply that could support a population
of venomous snakes.
Remember to stay a safe distance from the snake. Snakes usually
strike about 1/2 their body length, but they can strike farther.
You also don't want to trip and fall on the snake.
80% of bites occur ...
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27th February
2009
South Plainfield, New Jersey, July 2005 ' Dallas Contracting
Co., Inc., (website: http://www.dallascontracting.com) a
specialized contractor providing demolition, onsite concrete
aggregate crushing, equipment salvage and scrap metal recycling
to various industries, completed a 5,000 ton concrete and
asphalt crushing project for a client in New Jersey.
The project scope consisted of Dallas Contracting Co., Inc.
(Dallas Contracting) providing an excavator and an onsite
concrete crushing plant to ...
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27th February
2009
Enviromission's collossal Solar Tower of Power is a proposed 1000-meter tall
tower, and, if it passes through Enviromission's final
feasibility phase, it will be the largest manmade structure
on Earth.
You can view the promotional video he
re. The proposed solar structure is awe inspiring, and
Enviromission hopes that this huge Austrailian solar facility,
capable of powering 200,000 homes, will attract interest in
renewable energy in the coming decades.
When completed, the Solar Tower of Power ...
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27th February
2009
Ladies, we spend a lot of time in the morning getting ready for
the day. We take showers, put on makeup, blow dry our hair and
put on just the right outfit we feel good in. Then we top it off
with the hot colors of accessories from sunglasses to sandals -
the details of what we wear matters in how we look and feel.
Maybe it shouldn't be that way, but it is. You can think of your
bedding as fashion for the bedroom because you dress your bed
just as clothing and accessories dress your body. The ...
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27th February
2009
We've all heard about whalewatching from boats or shore, and a
few companies are now offering the possibility of actually
swimming and snorkeling with whales in the wild. Is this a good
thing?
Some whalewatching operators in the Kingdom of Tonga, South
Pacific islands, advertise the possibility of swimming and
snorkeling with humpback whales during the cetacean's annual
migration from July to October. This activity sounds appealing,
yet there are a number of things to consider.
To drop clients ...
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27th February
2009
Have you ever been driving down the road with the windows open
going past a golf course or a field and then you get a strange
smell? A chemical type of odor? Or go walking in the country and
notice a large area, usually a field, all brown with dead grass.
And next to it, alive green grasses and shrubs? Chances are you
smell a herbicide being used or you are seeing what it can do to
vegetation.
Then you start to wonder. Are those chemicals getting into the
water table? Is wildlife eating the ...
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27th February
2009
Gambling has always been a tabooed subject in the middle class
households because of the adverse sociological impacts. The
great epics of the east include stories about the kings loosing
their whole dynasties in the game of gambling. Thought he whole
practice is scathed, but the charm of the game has not ended
basically because of the quick rewards associated with it. It
still attracts the poorest of the masses and the richest of the
riches to the doorsteps of the casinos, which mark almost ...
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27th February
2009
Martial arts training has become increasingly popular with both parents and kids as evidence of its benefits continues to grow. While team sports can provide valuable opportunities for physical and social development, they're limited by season and often inhibit kids' personal accomplishment. By contrast, classes that teach children karate, judo, and other styles blend physical fitness, emotional control, and a philosophy built upon respect and discipline.
Once you and your kids have decided ...
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27th February
2009
"Whether you boat on fresh water or on the ocean, there is
a lot of marine life to observe and appreciate. We boat in the
Pacific Northwest off the west coast around the islands and
straits of the Pacific Ocean. The sea life here is exceptional.
Following are some of our wonderful experiences."
One of the most powerful sights is that of large pods of Orca
whales, or Killer whales as they are often referred to, as they
migrate off the coast. Sometimes there can be several in these
pods ...
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27th February
2009
Senator John McCain called it "human cockfighting." Others have referred to it as a ferocious, no holds barred, bare-knuckled street fight. Are these accurate assessments of mixed martial arts (MMA)? And given that many people share these impressions, should children be encouraged to participate in the training?
During the past decade, MMA has become explosively popular. The sport has also become a focal point of controversy. It has polarized society into two distinct camps: those who are ...
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27th February
2009
Living in Arizona Boulders -- Where did they come from?
When most people think of building a secluded home, they think
of tall trees and large bushes. But what about boulders?
Granite Park, located in Prescott, Arizona, which is in the
north central part of the state, is one such place filled with
1.4 billion-year-old towering granite rock formations.
Rock formations of this type are rare in the United States.
Northern Arizona to southern California are the most common
locations for these ...
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27th February
2009
Whenever there's a drought, someone will come up with the idea
of finding a rain maker, or holding a day of prayer for rain.
Now far be it for me to make light of people who are in truly
desperate straits and who are prepared to try anything to
relieve their precarious situation. The worst that can happen,
assuming no deliberate or unknowing fraud, is that everyone has
something else to think about for a day or so. For a while they
have some cause for hope.
And it may indeed rain and the ...
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27th February
2009
Is It Time For Solar Energy To Get Hot? By Tim Phelan
Solar energy has been around for quite a while and most people
don't think about it much except for the ones who are already
into renewable sources of energy. Environmentalists have always
loved the idea of solar energy but what has kept it from going
more mainstream, being more widely used and looked upon as
something someone wants to spend money to install on their
property? There have been improvements in the technology of
solar energy, ...
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27th February
2009
"Above all other birds it is the soaring eagle, with its size
and weight, that gives the most abiding impression of power and
purpose in the air," declared Edwin Way Teale in Atlantic
Monthly in 1957. Unique to North America and revered for its
majestic appearance, legendary strength and longevity, the bald
eagle became the national emblem of the United States in 1782
and continues to be an easily recognized symbol of patriotism.
Once endangered in all of the lower 48 states, bald eagles ...
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27th February
2009
Many of us know that solar energy is good, but few really
understand why.
Therefore, I compiled a comprehensive list of solar energy
advantages and disadvantages that will enable you to make an
educated decision whether on not Solar Power is right for YOU.
Solar Energy Advantages
1. Saves you money
- After the initial investment has been recovered, the energy
from the sun is practically FREE.
- The recovery/ payback period for this investment can be very
short depending on how much ...
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27th February
2009
Here are 7 basic fundamentals that will cost you nothing or very
little and save you cash for many years to come!
1. Orientation, layout and positioning of your house on the
land
Orientate your living areas to the south side of the house,
which receives most of the sun throughout the day (north if you
live in the southern hemisphere).
2. Insulation and draught proofing
Make sure your walls, roof and floors are insulated and fill any
gaps where draughts might come through.
3. ...
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27th February
2009
Celebrate Parks Day, Everyday this Summer! (485 words)
Canada's Parks Day falls on July 16'th this year. First
celebrated in 1990, Parks Day is an opportunity for individuals
to participate in hundreds of unique and fun events taking place
in sites from coast to coast. Events are organized in national
parks, national historic sites, provincial parks, and
territorial parks, as well as in community and regional parks
across the country.
Increasingly regulated and restricted, the dwindling ...
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27th February
2009
Once again the Earth turns around the sun and we come to the
shortest day, conspiratorially hidden right next to Christmas -
on Dec 21st. The Longest Night is an opportunity to make 'Deamon
Fire' - find out how. In pre-Christian times the solstice was an
important time when the sun miraculously alters its course and
the days shift to becoming longer, the nights shorter. In a
World without electric light this was a profound reason for
thanksgiving.
People got nervous as the days got shorter, ...
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27th February
2009
There are many ways we can use our human energy to lighten the
load on natural resources and tread lightly on our home planet.
Check how many of these you do already:
1. Recycle and re-use Wherever possible, separate waste into
compost material, bottles, tins, paper, clothing etc and make
sure that these get recycled. See if your local council has a
policy for recycling, food reclamation to fuel or even methane
extraction from waste. If they don't - start one. Ask your
neighbours to contribute ...
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27th February
2009
The door and hallway is considered the mouth and throat of the
home in feng shui, the ancient Chinese art of furniture
placement and energy flow, so if yours is cluttered up with
junk, your home is basically choking and you will feel depressed
or uncomfortable living there. Appraise the area from a neutral
viewpoint. Walk out of your front door and in again as though
seeing how your hallway looks for the first time.
Porches and doors If you have a porch, sort this area out. If
you keep walking ...
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27th February
2009
When Nature provides you with just what you are looking for -
this is 'synchronicity' in action. I was completing an
illustrated version of one of my ebooks 'The Adventure of
Arthur' and was short of some good pictures of a Robin - who is
a sort of 'guide' in this story - called 'Follow the Robin'. I
had used a scanned Christmas card 'at a pinch' for this image
and - well it just sort of spoiled the ebook. With this in the
back of my mind I set off on a walk with my camera.
I went to a place ...
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27th February
2009
Why is it that clutter seems to build up so easily in our homes?
No sooner do you have a clearout than it seems to start creeping
back in ' one pile appears in the hallway and before you know
it, it has spawned other piles that go down the hall and up the
stairs.
So what actually is the definition of clutter? Basically it is:
' something you don't use or dislike every time you look at it
or wear it ' an unwanted present ' a broken item that can't be
fixed If you love an item, or it still has a ...
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27th February
2009
The Saint's Way in Cornwall is a story written into the land.
This ancient route existed long before it was used by saints,
taking advantage of the unique shape of Cornwall and its rivers.
Evidence (especially Pictish Art forms) suggest that
Phoenicians, Egyptians and Greeks journeyed to west coasts of
Britain and Ireland even before the Iron Age, in search of
Keltic wisdom and trade. They would hit Cornwall and Southern
Ireland first.
Gold travelled from Ireland through Cornwall and down to ...
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27th February
2009
Over one million members in almost 3,000 communities worldwide
are sharing their unwanted stuff.
All the getting and giving is possible through an organization
called Freecycle, a grassroots movement of people who give away
things for free in their own towns. Each local group is run by a
local volunteer moderator. All of the trading is done online.
Membership is free. Freecycle is open to individuals and
non-profit organizations.
The Freecycle Network was started in 2003 in Tucson, Arizona, ...
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27th February
2009
Article intro: In the 1970's, the Cormorant was nearly wiped
out from existence when its habitat was loaded with toxic
chemicals. With very little control with the use of toxic
chemicals in that decade. The wildlife environment was being
contaminated. The bald eagle was also nearly wiped out from
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A couple of weeks ago, the news headlines mentioned lightly the
new "Israel, Arabs agreement to save
Dead Sea:"
Jordan , Israel and the Palestinian Authority said
they had agreed terms for a feasibility study
on transferring water from the Red Sea to the Dead Sea, to save
the world's lowest sea from vanishing.
The two-year study, costing 15 million dollars,
will investigate the social and environmental
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on transferring water from the Red Sea to the Dead Sea, to save
the world's lowest sea from vanishing.
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article intro: Wisconsin has passed a ban on hunting by
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article intro: In a recent City council meeting that was held
in a small city in northern Wisconsin, a developer was trying to
present a plan. This development plan included approximately
16.4 acres of wetland.
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h3>Smoking Bans - Fair or
Foul? By Dan Buglio, June - 2005
City halls and town councils
are packed with people arguing both sides of this heated debate.
Should we ban smoking in bars, restaurants and other public
places or not? I pose this question: Did the government
intervene because every bar and restaurant has state of the art
smo
ke eater technology installed - providing a comfortable,
safe and odor free dining or drinking experience? I doubt it.
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27th February
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Today I made a decision. There are so many issues confronting us
today, from political issues, to health issues, to economic
issues, to environmental issues'.it's easy to become overwhelmed
and do nothing. Sometimes I feel that there are so many problems
in this world, and they are so huge, that my little voice will
never be heard, much less have any measurable impact on any of
these issues. I know that I am not alone in this feeling.
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27th February
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Customer service refers to a person or a desk, which is set up
to give general assistance to customers. Success of any company
or business lies in the hand of their customers. Once a customer
is satisfied with the company, then company will be in good
profits. It is only our customer who put down or up the
reputation of the company. Advertising is aimed chiefly at
getting customers to go to a particular business. Once a
customer has arrived or satisfied, it is important to provide
him or her ...
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27th February
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In his book, Our Final Hour, Cambridge professor and Britain's
'Astronomer Royal' Martin Rees predicts humanity has no more
than a 50/50 chance of survival into the next century and that
by 2020 a million people will perish due to scientific error or
terror. Some would call him prescient, while others would
interpret his words as alarmist, resembling a layer cake with
environmental fears on top of nuclear fears on top of chemical
and biological threats, ad infinitum. With a sci-fi flare, ...
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27th February
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I was walking down the street the other day, walking around the
pigeons and saying 'good morning' to them when it dawned on me
just how precious they are to the lives of city slickers.
How many of us have a dislike for these feathered creatures? I
often see children chasing pigeons round in circles until they
fly away. Once, when I was walking down a street in Oxford, I
saw a very smartly dressed man, step down off the curb to chase
a pigeon a few feet down the road! Why is it we have such ...
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Island Bend, was the iconic image of the campaign to stop
Tasmania's Hydro-Electric Commission damming the Franklin River.
When it appeared as a full-page advertisement in the Herald just
before the 1983 federal election, the caption was "Would you
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27th February
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Some information for those who may not know much about the
causes and implications of the 'Greenhouse Effect' For those of
you who have been living under a rock or asleep for the last 20
years or those who want to know more about it, here is a brief
article.
'The Greenhouse Effect maybe the most important natural
phenomena and may lead to major changes in our lifestyles within
our lifetime.
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The organic movement, which started with organic food, is moving
to the bedroom in a big way. "The bedroom? " you say. Yes, my
dear, the bedroom, where organic mattresses and organic bedding
are becoming an important new trend in the quest for a healthier
lifestyle.
The organic bedroom trend is motivated by some very recent
disturbing discoveries about the petroleum-based foam mattresses
most of us sleep on every night. Studies of household dust have
confirmed that your mattress is likely one ...
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27th February
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Mosquito-born diseases affect millions of people worldwide each
year. The bite of a mosquito can result in anything from a skin
irritation to contracting malaria. Clearly, mosquitoes are not
just a nuisance, but also potentially harmful. By taking
measures such as wearing long pants in wooded areas or disposing
of standing water, you can minimize the chances of attracting
mosquitoes. These measures, however, are often not enough, and
specialty products used to combat mosquitoes are required. ...
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27th February
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The Nature Elementals, most commonly known as Faeries, are the
unseen guardians of the planet. As much as we would like to
believe that their survival depends on our beliefs and ability
to clap loud enough so as to restart their dying hearts, these
energy beings have very little need for us. However, over the
last century our persistent misuse of the planet has given these
creatures the need to connect with us and teach us the ways we
have lost.
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27th February
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Here roam I with my cubs in the Arctic feasting on seals by ice
packs away from human predators. We are content in this harsh
world with our double furs and blubber, invisible to spying
cameras.
But now our safety is no more; for we awake and our beloved ice
is gone. Marooned on ice packs we famish and expire, because I
cannot swim with my pups. And we marvel to behold late winter
and early summer as we chance upon unforeseen bodies of water.
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27th February
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Utility companies and other users of Continuous Emissions
Monitoring (CEM) calibration gases often mistakenly consider
them a commodity, making price the primary purchase
consideration. Consequently, many are willing to settle for
calibration gases that are less accurate than premium
calibration gases, as long as they are also less expensive.
But many companies are beginning to see that buying less
expensive and potentially inaccurate CEM calibration gases may,
ironically, lead to losing ...
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27th February
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Calibration standards, performance audits, and the FDA's
never-ending safety, labeling, and inspection requirements are
just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to dealing with the
increasingly stringent quality control standards of the beverage
industry. As these quality standards become stricter, beverage
producers are increasingly called upon to get products to market
faster using fewer resources, while simultaneously managing
ingredient quality, and ultimately, risk.
Mix rigorous ...
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27th February
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A new study suggests that moderate exposure to pesticides could
yield long-term negative results to the people exposed to them.
These findings should serve as warning to those who
indiscriminately spray pesticides around the house, exposing
their children, pets and other loved ones.
This new research shows that farmers who used agricultural
insecticides experienced increased neurological symptoms, even
when they were no longer using the products. Data from 18,782
North Carolina and Iowa ...
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27th February
2009
There are many really cool Earth Friendly Products on
the market today that are in need of a little exposure.
Think of an expensive, fully applianced home on a pristine lake
with a gleaming metal rooftop covered by solar panels. If you
look closely the windows on this house are sensitive to light
and turn in color like expensive sunglasses. You see a rainwater
harvesting system attached to a gutters downspout tube supplying
beautiful rain gardens and goldfish ponds with greywater. Go
ahead, ...
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27th February
2009
When it comes to compressed gases, there is often confusion over
the difference between industrial gases (sometimes referred to
as commodity or bulk gases) and specialty gases (sometimes
referred to as cylinder gases, although industrial gases can
also be supplied in cylinders). The Compressed Gas Association
(CGA), who sets standards to which suppliers of all types of
compressed gases conform, defines its mission as being
'dedicated to the development and promotion of safety standards
and safe ...
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27th February
2009
Happy Earth Day to everyone! (255 words)
What can you do to make a difference - pick up a copy of our
book, Trash Talk, & we'll show you a myriad of simple ideas to
reduce consumption of resources & new ways to manage your
contribution to the landfill. (okay - forgive us for the little
plug!)
Just the other day there was a group of children walking down
our streets downtown with bags cleaning up the area. We could
all learn from this selfless act. Did you know that wind and
traffic breezes ...
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27th February
2009
For those of us who were fortunate enough to catch Discovery
Channel's latest spine-gripping, docudrama, SuperVolcano
this past weekend, we were made aware of the chance that
Yellowstone National Park's Super Volcano could be a literal,
explosive and catastrophic time bomb.
Though many common, external traits of volcanos are viewed as
Mountainous peaks and regions like that of Mount St. Helens Yellowstone's 'supervolcano' is
unique. It is one of the world's largest active volcanic
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27th February
2009
In some dictionaries life is defined, as a power that
demonstrates a purpose to feed, process matter into energy,
grow, and reproduce. Life means existence, a state of being. No
matter how we look at the definitions, one thing is clear: life
is the energy driving the universe and all its happenings, and
for humans and all the living organisms, life, or being alive,
is a force entirely dependent on special factors such as air,
water, light and much more elements that interact to ...
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27th February
2009
We all love our cars. They give us the freedom to come and go as
we please, to get to work, to visit family and friends, to go
shopping...on our own schedule. But automobiles also effect the
environment by polluting the air we breathe and, in the larger
scope of life, by creating unusual climate changes.
But there is a simple thing you can do to offset the negative
environmental effects of driving your car, and It costs less
than $100 a year.
HOW DRIVING YOUR CAR AFFECTS THE ENVIRONMENT
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Pitch In Canada is celebrating their 39th annual event between
Monday, April 18th and Sunday, April 24th this year. This
non-profit organization has been working hard since 1967 to
bring awareness to consumers through their "It's up to you"
campaigns ' continually educating on waste reduction and
environment clean-up projects.
Pitch In Canada is based entirely on more than 1.5 million
volunteers across Canada comprising of individuals, groups,
organizations, schools, businesses and local ...
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27th February
2009
I use the Internet to find just about every type of information.
Even the weather.
Sure, I could just stick my head out the window and call out,
"Hello. What's the weather forecast today?" But if the response
is "hurricanes, hail and meteor storms", I don't want my head to
be on the wrong side of the window when the answer comes down.
Plus, that won't help me fine-tune my last minute travel plans.
So I turn to the Internet. There are three really easy ways to
get a good weather forecast over ...
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27th February
2009
Water Conservation at the Kitchen Sink (577 words)
It can sometimes be difficult to visualize the importance and
direct effect that simple conservation efforts can have when we
are bombarded with negative information regularly. Lets take a
look at what a few changes in the activities around the kitchen
sink can do.
Rather than running the tap when cleaning vegetables, use a bowl
of water. Later, reuse it to water outdoor plants. Reusing water
from rinsing out the coffeepot for outdoor plants, ...
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27th February
2009
The Valuable Individual (413 words)
How can we, as individuals, participate in waste management?
Because some of us are so overwhelmed with Earth's problems, we
feel that our contributions have no real consequence in the end.
For others, social barriers can be an issue. A lady we once knew
confessed that she did not want to be seen buying used items or
being concerned with power use. She was worried people would see
her as cheap ' a scrooge ' when the family was so affluent. Yet,
she was very ...
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27th February
2009
Saving Energy in the Kitchen (312 words)
The kitchen, with all its appliances, gadgets and heat, is a
real hotspot for potential energy saving. As the oven uses the
most energy and creates a vast amount of heat while cooking
foods, it is a good place to start.
For instance, when baking cookies use two trays. While one is
in the oven baking, the other one is prepped with raw cookies '
ready to replace the tray in the oven with no wasted heat and
some time saved. When we bake bread we also fill ...
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27th February
2009
Garbage in its Place (352 words)
There is nothing worse than seeing garbage blowing down the
street of your neighborhood, or finding broken shards of glass
at the local swimming hole where children play. Wildlife is just
as vulnerable to garbage and many have lost their lives after
becoming tangled in waste or mistaking garbage for food. It is
up to each of us to make an effort to minimize this unsightly,
and sometimes hazardous, problem. Animals, wind and traffic
breezes put legs to loose ...
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27th February
2009
Energy Aware and Waste Wise (583 words)
Constantly bombarded with negative information about the
environment, finances and natural resources? Feeling
overwhelmed? Each and every one of us can do something to help
our world - starting right where we are, right now. Though not
everyone can afford to donate cash or time to a cause, there are
endless tactics that will decrease an individual's contribution
to the landfill and their resource consumption. Mirrors, placed
strategically in a room can be ...
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27th February
2009
Reuse in the Workshop (476 words)
The workshop is a great place for reusing items formally
destined for the landfill. Even if you do not have a shop or
craft area you can always donate the items mentioned in the
following paragraphs to friends, schools, shops, youth centers'
The concept of reusing is as limitless as your imagination.
Screws, bolts, picture hooks, plant hangers, curtain hooks, and
hinges are common hardware items used in most homes. Although
not overly costly when purchased a ...
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27th February
2009
Clean Vacationing (409 words)
Admit it. When the sun is out and you are at your favorite
campsite or cottage on the lake the last thing you want to do is
spend a lot of time cooking a meal. Often, when vacationing, the
lure to purchase instant foods is strong. Unfortunately, these
convenience foods often come over packaged usually including
some type of plastic. As we can see when we come across trash in
the wilderness, the plastics tend to linger the longest - other
than maybe glass and metal. ...
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27th February
2009
Efficiency in the Office (435 words)
Nearly every office, be it commercial or home-based, may have
areas of inefficiency that can be improved upon. We are not
talking sales figures or profit margins or budgets, but
inefficient waste and resource management. For instance, let us
look at some common aspects and consider how consumption can be
reduced and how to make better use of resources.
Not all paper work and receipts need to be shredded, but
sometimes, for the sake of security, it is ...
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27th February
2009
!-A Dream for a Future with Alternative Energy-->
"America has become a vassal state to OPEC.
Our military men and women are offered as a serf army to the
OPEC nations. We use billions of US tax dollars and the blood of
our soldiers to preserve the power of these unpopular
governments. Wind power and solar energy could quickly free us
from OPEC's shackles." - Hulagu's Web
In the first quarter of 2005, the cost of a gallon of gas
climbed to the highest price ever. In that same period
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27th February
2009
Efficiency Equals Reduction (400 words)
Imagine that if at the grocery store the person bagging your
purchases left empty, unused spaces in each bag causing you to
carry 10 instead of 5 bags out to your car then into your home.
You would be investing some extra time, energy and space when it
was unnecessary. Now transfer that thought to the waste and
recycling industry. Instead of filling a trash bag or bin with
large empty spaces, we can all do some simple acts to help keep
transportation ...
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27th February
2009
'Collapsing''
Terry Dashner''''''''..Faith Fellowship Church PO Box 1586
Broken Arrow, OK 74013
Capitol Reader Political Book Summaries writes, 'In Collapse,
Jared Diamond argues that present global resource consumption
trends are not sustainable. Throughout history, civilizations
have collapsed or declined, in no small measure, because their
populations have undermined the ecological niches upon which
their existence depends. Diamond believes that a complex set of
factors, such as ...
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27th February
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(Bolzano/Italy) Maguma will publish at the beginning of April
2005 a new module, the PHP AT of eBay. This new module will be
integrated in the modular PHP IDE, Maguma Workbench. The
Accelerator Tooolkit for PHP (PHP-AT) allows the integration of
data available on eBay via a set of custom PHP classes. The
PHP-AT is written completely in PHP and only requires PHP
version 4.3.x or higher compiled with the cURL and OpenSSL
modules. Future versions of the eBay PHP-AT will also be
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27th February
2009
Ahhhh, the scent and sight of a burning paraffin wax candle and
the appealing ambiance that it floats throughout a room! One may
think that this scenario is innocence in its purest sense. There
is, after all, that cozy feeling which makes one give thought to
everything that's good in this world. That is until you take the
time to get acquainted with the darker side of the world of
paraffin wax candles.
Did you know that paraffin is a petroleum by-product which means
that paraffin wax may be a ...
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27th February
2009
Real estate residential and commercial landlords, tenants, and
rental agents in the USA, Canada, and worldwide should take ten
steps to avoid mold problems and lawsuits in the rental of real
estate properties, according to Phillip Fry, Certified Mold
Inspector and author of the books Mold Legal Guide and Mold
Health Guide.
Living or working in rental units that contain elevated levels
of airborne mold spores and/or substantial mold growth
infestation can cause very severe (and sometimes ...
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27th February
2009
'I'll get you, ya varmin'! Vermin - the scourge, tramps &
vagabonds of the animal kingdom. This is the stereotypical view
of vermin who are inconsequently considered a menace. In South
Africa (SA) vermin paints a more disturbing picture. It is not
overly well known of the disgraceful neglect the endangered
wildlife have in the 3rd largest biosphere. I was shockingly
made aware of this during a recent trip to the country.
The reason for the trip was to volunteer in the rehabilitation
of the ...
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27th February
2009
TSUNAMI the next big wave: the
Grandaddy of them all
TSUNAMI the next big wave: the Grandaddy of them
all
Copyright 2005 Marketing Defined. All Rights Reserved. A
few days ago on Melbourne's 60 Minutes, renowned scientist Dr
Kerry Sieh predicted that an earthquake and the ensuing next big
wave or giant Tsunami will definitely happen, and it will be the
Grandaddy of them all Indonesia gets the
full force this time around ... When?... whether it be in a
few months, or in a decade is what ...
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27th February
2009
Finnish Cottage Tradition
The origin of the log structure is uncertain. It is probable
that it began in northern Europe sometime in the Bronze Age (c.
3,500 B.C.). By the time Europeans began to settle in America,
there was a long tradition of using logs for houses, barns, and
other outbuildings in the Scandinavian countries, Germany, and
Northern Russia. These regions had vast stands of softwood
timber that could easily be worked with simple hand tools.
According to C. A. Weslager, whose book ...
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27th February
2009
Have you ever wanted to power your home or office with renewable
energy, but thought it was too expensive? Or you didn't want to
deal with installing and maintaining equipment?
Now there is a way that everyone can use solar, wind, and other
renewable energies, at a fraction of the cost. Even renters can
power their homes with renewable energy.
Renewable energy certificates (aka green tags, green energy
certificates, or tradable renewable certificates) make it easy
and inexpensive for anyone to ...
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27th February
2009
The transition from 2004 to 2005 has been electrifying. The
international ramifications of the deaths of so many people, and
the wrecked livelihoods of multitudes of survivors, has brought
about an international outpouring of concern and aid in the wake
of the massive earthquake and tsunamis that destroyed the
coastlines of many nations in the southeast Asian region. This
response, even toward an area of the world which of late has
exhibited antagonism toward Christians and Jews, is ...
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27th February
2009
There is only one reason that wind turbines will be built in the
West Country.
Our Press has failed to tell its readers of the corruption which
stares us in the face, but is not seen as such. For example; The
target to be met is to produce 10% of our electricity from
renewable sources under the Kyoto Protocol. That has nothing to
do with significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2010,
which the Government are permitting British industry to increase
by 7.5% over the next three years. ...
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27th February
2009
In the wake of what can be arguably called the world's greatest
act of God in the new millenium, we have also been witness to
what can be equally argued as the world's greatest act of
charity as the United Nations have received over 4 Billion
dollars of aid meant for Southeast Asia. With so much money to
counter in even greater need, one thing we must learn from this
is what to do next time. The tragedy continues to escalate, and
what can be more tragic now, with aid so close away, it ...
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27th February
2009
James Taylor - the eminent singer, songwriter, musician and performer of the 70s was born in Boston in 1948 and grew up in the university town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. On summer with his family on Marthas Vineyard, he met fellow guitarist/songwriter Danny Kootch Kortchmar and began performing. He established himself and began writing songs during his stay. Moving to New York, Taylor formed the Flying Machine with Kortchmar in 1966. After the spilt, he headed to London, where he lived for ...
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27th February
2009
Motivated by the lack of Australian government legislation and
limited options available concerning the disposal of computer
e-waste, IT Recyclers has initiated a much needed computer
recycling service aimed primarily at Sydney business who wish to
play an essential part in reducing computer landfill.
Due to an affluent lifestyle and a growing population, Australia
is the world's second largest waste creator after the United
States, according to the Federal Department of Environment.
Compared ...
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27th February
2009
Video conferencing is a friend of the environment. It helps
reduce the volume of CO2 emissions from cars and reduces traffic
congestion on our roads (as well as improving company
productivity and reducing costs!). As governments throughout the
world look to cut their CO2 emissions to meet global treaties,
such as Kyoto, companies can use video conferencing as an easy
means of achieving just that. Many leading companies now use
video conferencing both as a key component of their ...
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26th February
2009
Maybe you live in a nice house smelling of alpine meadows with a
sparkling bathroom, lovely clean and polished surfaces.
What if someone were to come into your lovely shining home and
mix up a cocktail of unknown chemicals for you and your family
to distribute around the house. Would you allow it? Of course
not. You wouldn't want potentially poisonous chemicals around
your house to pose a risk of contamination to the air you breath
or to what your family eat & drink.
Disturbingly however, they ...
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26th February
2009
There's always that nagging doubt isn't there? The nagging
doubt that they just won't get it.
I went to the Post Office yesterday, the small local one round
the corner, to draw a relatively large amount of money out of my
account. Whilst in the queue, I saw a packet of refill
cartridges going cheap. Half-price. Which in consequence meant
it was around 50p to keep an ink pen running for a good year or
so.
Thinking they might come in handy, I procured some and when I
was at the head of the ...
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26th February
2009
In lieu of recent, tumultuous occurrences, people are more
compelled than ever to discover the mystery of these modern-day,
earth-changing events.
One day, Earth is experiencing the fourth largest
earthquake in a century - a 9.0 tectonics plate shift off the coast of Sumatra, the next day - Tsunami.
A Report from NASA explains how the
poles have permanently shifted by an entire inch. According to
Dr. Benjamin Fong Chao, "...Any worldly event that involves
the movement of mass affects the
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26th February
2009
Tsunamis
Tsunami - a seismic sea wave - means in Japanese "harbor-wave".
It is also misleadingly called "tidal wave". It is an ocean wave
caused by an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 on the Richter scale
(or greater) that occurs less than 50 kilometers beneath the
seafloor. Tsunamis can also be caused by volcanic eruptions and
by landslides.
Tsunami waves are followed by three to five oscillations of the
continental shelf waters. These convulsions may last up to a
week. If the initial wave reaches ...
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26th February
2009
Despite numerous advantages of eco-houses along with vast
research experience and positive attitude of physicians and
ecologists, they can hardly take their firm place in our life.
The reason for it may be in the fact that the value of the
natural materials (like straw) is too low. A building
constructed of straw assembly units can be about five times
cheaper than that of conventional brick. It's easy to make a
simple conclusion that massive building of such houses may
radically change the ...
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26th February
2009
Most of the cities in the world prefer developing high-rise
construction. Almost all the big cities consist of various
multi-storied edifices. This very feature of employing areas is
believed to be reasonable as it saves a lot of space for parks
and recreation areas. But the principle has slightly changed
with time, because of the necessity to provide relevant
infrastructure to guarantee real estate functioning
(dual-purpose stations, parking lots etc.). These facilities
usually occupy from 15 ...
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26th February
2009
Probably not on its own, but its an excellent example of how
consumers can vote with their buying dollars to sway market
demand to bring more environmentally friendly products into the
marketplace.
Bamboo flooring is a rising trend in home flooring and a great
alternative to traditional hardwood floors. It is the most
environmentally friendly natural hardwood flooring alternative
you can select for your home, it is a renewable resource, is
stronger than steel, and has a greater resistance to ...
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26th February
2009
Your home is your castle. You decide, possibly together with
family members, what to make of it. Outside our home we have
limited opportunities to improve the environment, but in our
home we can do a lot.
At home we want to feel free, relax and do things that we like.
We want to eat, sleep, exercise, maybe work, and socialize with
friends and family. We spend many hours at home. Naturally, we
want our home to be as comfortable and healthy as possible.
What surroundings make you happy? What ...
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26th February
2009
In the famous kid's fairy tale 'The Three Little Pigs' one of
the pigs built a house of straw that made him almost pay with
his life. The pig was blamed in the tale for choosing the wrong
building material. But his material was definitely the right
one. He was just not aware of one important secret of
construction. However, some of the professional builders know
the secret, and they apply it in many places throughout the
world. As the result, the winners of the situation are
reasonable ...
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26th February
2009
A Pre-SCADA System Assessment
By Randy Dennison
Introduction Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) is
a process control system that enables a site operator to monitor
and control processes distributed among various remote sites.
Such systems can be used to monitor and control land, air or
water pollution control equipment, or just about any
manufacturing process.
A properly designed SCADA system saves time and money by
eliminating the need for service personnel to visit each site
for ...
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26th February
2009
Do You Ken John Peel?
My daughter Abi turned thirteen recently and as head of the
family she thinks it's about time her parents became
vegetarians. She has been a convert, with occasional lapses, for
around two years. I'm certainly not against the idea. We hardly
eat meat anyway; just the odd bacon sandwich and an extremely
rare steak (rare in the numerical rather than the French
culinary sense), but it would be good to lose that feeling of
guilt experienced when a cow looks at you over the ...
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26th February
2009
Maps, for centuries have been the business of cartographers
with mariners traditionally being able to make their own, in
uncharted waters. Yes, the expression is still used in various
contexts. I suppose that given the nature of open seas, one had
little option but to find their own way. When a courier pigeon
was the quickest communication device for help, an understanding
of mapping was essential to evade Davy's Locker.
Land based cartographers were respected for their diligence ...
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26th February
2009
If you are a serious gardener, you spend lots of time outdoors.
And, for sure, you would rather be tending your plants than
swatting mosquitoes.
While there are many things you can do to keep mosquitoes away,
there are some plants that will beautify your yard and help
repel mosquitoes.
As one more way to keep mosquitoes away from you and your yard,
try planting these attractive plants.
HORSEMINT Horsemint has a scent similar to citronella. Horsemint
grows wild in most of the Eastern United ...
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26th February
2009
I am beginning to wonder if scientists have been getting it all
round. All this time, people have been worried about the Ozone,
a giant asteroid, or some breakout of a bio-hazardous agent by a
terrorist organization being the doom of mankind. We have spent
all this time looking outward instead of inward towards
ourselves.
The latest studies have identified to startling facts. 1 - that
the whole in the Ozone layer is getter smaller, and 2 ' that the
brightness levels on the earth our getting ...
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26th February
2009
About NLR As the leading provider of comprehensive universal
waste management services, Northeast Lamp Recycling (NLR) serves
commercial, industrial and residential customers throughout New
England, New York, New Jersey and the United States.
Headquartered in East Windsor, Connecticut, our primary focus is
to significantly reduce environmental mercury-contamination
associated with the improper disposal and mismanagement of
'spent' fluorescent and other mercury-containing lamps. NLR's
goal is to ...
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26th February
2009
c. 2004 Chris S. Orr CCM
Weather affects every aspect of our lives. It impacts our
pocketbooks, our menus, our schedules and even our health.
We are aware of how cold weather drives up the price of natural
gas and propane (just look at your heating bills from this
year!) and how our insurance costs are adjusted for the amount
of storm damage we sustain. Changes in the weather, either real
or predicted, will affect the price of everything we buy, from
peas to plywood. Sometimes the effect will ...
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26th February
2009
Pets. The Wild Kind. By David Leonhardt
Just because we moved out to the country a couple years back
does NOT mean we want to run a farm. Tending to animals is just
not how we want to spend our time. We don't want cows or sheep
or chickens. We don't want hogs or ducks. We don't even want a
dog or a cat to train.
OK, so my wife says that she wants a cat, but that's only
because she knows I won't have anything to do with it. I suspect
that if I ever said, "OK, you win. Let's get a cat", she ...
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26th February
2009
We excitedly received a few packaged products from Essential
Living Foods, anxious to try them out on our American palates.
These were powdered forms of what is referred to as the "Lost
Crops of the Incas"--a purple corn extract, Aji Amarillo Powder,
and Camu Camu. We especially enjoyed the spicy hot Aji Amarillo
powder. With its lightly sour, warming taste, it has been
fabulous on brown rice, and eggs. The Camu Camu is also slightly
sour, but also slightly sweet, and seems to give bring out ...
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26th February
2009
Cottonwood 'cotton' is flying/ Bad Company
Ó Thomas Leo Ogren
I originally saw the question below posted in an Internet
gardening forum and decided to answer it. It was a question I'd
been asked many times before and I knew my answer would be
useful in an article on springtime allergies caused by city
trees. So I saved it to share with you here.
'Does anyone else here really suffer from allergies when the
seeds of Cottonwood are flying? I KNOW it is not the cottonwood
but I am really curious ...
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26th February
2009
What would your life be like if you were surrounded by "feel
good" people, places, and things so that your spirit really gets
the chance to soar? This top ten, taken from CoachVille's
Personal Environments Community at
http://cid384.cvcommunity.com/?tabInx=webpage , explores the
benefits of using the art of environmental design in the realm
of spirituality.
1. Assess and Create Sacred Space
We all have spaces that we declare as being sacred...those
places and in our homes, hearts, offices, ...
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26th February
2009
CO2, Global Warming, and Pollen-Allergies
Thomas Ogren
The benefits of added organic matter to the soil have long been
known and are usually attributed to increased nitrogen, greater
water-holding capacity and an increase in activity of soil
earthworms and microbes. But experiments have shown that the
increase in carbon dioxide (CO2) release that accompanies added
organic matter is certainly one of the main reasons why adding
organic matter to the soil increases plant growth. Greenhouse
owners ...
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26th February
2009
Avoiding Allergies by Use of the Right Native Plants in the
Landscape
Many of our most allergenic plants commonly used in landscaping
in the United States and Canada are indeed natives. However, it
is the manipulation of these plants by commercial horticulture
that has, and is, causing most of the huge increases we are now
experiencing with allergy problems. Thirty years ago fewer than
10 percent of Americans had allergies. The official figure today
is that a whopping 38 percent of us now ...
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26th February
2009
Allergies, Asthma and City Trees
Thomas Leo Ogren
Some urban tree species cause an inordinate amount of asthma and
allergy problems, while other tree species cause little or no
health problems. A large part of the problem is that the
arborists and landscape professionals, who plant these trees,
often don't know the difference. The type of trees (and shrubs)
used in modern city landscapes has changed dramatically in the
past three decades. In the past, the majority of street trees
used were ...
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26th February
2009
If there is one flowering plant that New Zealanders call their
National Flower it is the Kowhai. It grows naturally throughout
the dryer areas of New Zealand and because it is so popular it
is planted in almost every garden.
There are however 2 main species of Kowhai. Sophora tetraptera,
North Island Kowhai and Sophora microphylla, South Island
Kowhai. Where these plant grow side by side in the wild natural
hybrids also exist. Many hybrids have occurred in gardens as
well. Additionally there ...
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26th February
2009
england expects
Many newspapers accurately pinpoint the powerful public mood on
immigration and asylum, yet all are seemingly puzzled as to why
New Labour seem hell bent on allowing so many in with so few
checks in place, if any at all.
It seems palpably clear to me that this is simply so they will
all VOTE New Labour, and the Superstate will come further into
being on the back of it, as no one will ever be able again in
the future to vote it out, if indeed voting is to be allowed in
the future ...
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26th February
2009
These days, buying green products does not mean sacrificing your
quality of life or needing to become a hippy. There are many
high quality environmental products which are better for the
environment and your health.
Today, you have far more options when it comes to purchasing
products that do not harm the environment. Products that were
once only found in the health food shop are now showing up on
the supermarket shelves. However, with the more companies
jumping on the environmental bandwagon ...
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26th February
2009
Recycle Cell Phones Technological advancements providing users
with improved reception through integrated antenna systems,
reduced size and weight of cell phones, along with numerous
feature sets, and storage improvements have caused the bulk of
cellular phone users and enthusiasts to upgrade to new and
improved handsets. The low cost of cell phones and the added
technological improvements mean that the majority of cellular
phone users are on their 2nd or 3rd generation hand set.
Environmental ...
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26th February
2009
Environmentally-Friendly "Earth Homes" by Lady Camelot
What are "Earth Homes?" Earth homes are houses that are
basically constructed from the earth. Some earth homes are built
from adobe, mud, straw or even underground as an earth-sheltered
home. Environmentally friendly, earth homes are easy to warm and
cool and extremely energy efficient.
Adobe Earth homes are houses constructed from bricks comprised
of tightly compacted earth, clay and straw. Adobe earth homes
can be naturally waterproofed ...
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26th February
2009
Three steps to your Personal Transformation:
1)Awareness and Perception 2)Law of Cause and Effect 3)Law of
Accumulation
These categories are what you need to understand in order to be
in total control of your being!
Most go through life never reaching their potential because they
never take control of all their faculties or abilities.
This information is designed to help you gain complete control
of your life!
So lets get into it
1)Awareness and perception.
In order to be in complete control of ...
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26th February
2009
What fills your car? Petrol. What fills your fax machine? Paper.
Who fills the third planet from the sun? We do, meaning us!
Your probably wondering what im going on about aren't you? I've
got a question I want to ask you. What would you do to protect
something that looks after you? If you were lying in a hospital
bed, and a machine was keeping you alive, you'd want to look
after it, wouldn't you? Cause it keeps you alive. What would you
say about this planet? It is keeping you alive, so why ...
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26th February
2009
IT'S STILL A 'JUNGLE' OUT THERE ... Or How US Beef-Industry
Feeding Practices Are a Source of Concern
If you think about farmers raising cattle, you probably conjure
up something like this happy cow scene: Mellow heifers quietly
grazing on the lush grass of the rolling countryside, lazily
swishing their tails at pesky bugs. New-born and young calves
getting nourishment from the milk in their mothers' teats. For
us here at Grinning Planet, such images make us reminisce about
our days in the Mu ...
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26th February
2009
It's the holiday shopping season, and Grinning Planet would like
to point out that the holiday phrase "Ho, ho, ho!" also relates
to being green--it's the Jolly Green Giant's tagline. Well, OK,
that doesn't exactly get us to the "eco-friendly" meaning of
being green. But when shopping for holiday gifts, there are a
number of ways we can be environmentally friendly.
All manufactured items, including gifts, require material and
energy to be produced, and production and transportation of the
items ...
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26th February
2009
According to several pieces of junk mail the Grinning Planet
offices have received this year, we can get 37 CDs for just a
penny! Fine, as long as we don't have to listen to the
complimentary copy of "Megadeth Plays Liberace."
We're really here today to talk about some of the stuff you get
in the mail that may actually be usable. Most of us have
received all sorts of supposedly usable stuff in junk mail--free
return-address labels, blank greeting cards, calendars, even
reeeaaaally flat sponges. ...
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26th February
2009
Would you care to offer an opinion on what a person should do
with his obsolete cell phone? Now, now... We don't want to hear
about what you thought that guy who was talking on his cell
phone during the movie should do with it... The bad manners of a
few people aside, cell phones do pose a significant waste
disposal problem for society.
INFORM, an environmental research organization partly funded by
the EPA, has estimated that cell phones are typically used only
for about 18 months before ...
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26th February
2009
SMOKING
Tendrills of smoke circle my head The smell of it fills me with
dread. Especially when I don't smoke It's only when other people
take a toke.
It burns It makes my stomach churn My eyes hurt And I'm very
curt.
I'm curt because I want my health A killer that can attack in
utter stealth I want to keep my lungs inside of me Healthy
Why can't they see that the habit's bad For all of us, and it's
so sad. For the children around...the next generation Breathe it
in....It gets maximum ...
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26th February
2009
CONSUMER ALERT: do not mix your food container lids. A yogurt
container lid is NOT the same as a margarine container lid, even
if they look the same. How do I know this? Well, here is my
story.
We live in a very hoity-toity county. Sure, it might look like
just farm country. A lot of the houses might seem a little worse
for wear. But we are very picky about what plastic we recycle.
We recycle only those numbered 1 and 2.
In case you did not know, your plastics are numbered. On the
bottom of ...
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26th February
2009
© 2003 Vadim Smolyanov and Valentina Smolyanova
Translated from Russian. We shall be glad to receive your
remarks on stylistics, grammar, and content.
Chapter I. Evolution of lifeless matter
We more likely fortunately than unfortunately are in the world
where there is a time-space and a matter where a duality,
variety and constant changes exist. But how to manage to
describe World or its any phenomenon if you being in it? The
most interesting phenomenon known to a science is the ...
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26th February
2009
I keep a fossil on my desk at all times. Whenever I feel rushed
or find myself creating a sense of urgency, I pick up the fossil
and caress its polished surface. It's over 200 million years
old. Suddenly, returning that phone call or meeting that
self-imposed deadline doesn't seem nearly as critical. My
ancient arthropod reminds me that, in the scheme of things, this
moment is indescribably insignificant. I find that remarkably
comforting.
True story: I brought the fossil with me as a sort of ...
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26th February
2009
First we must define sustainable development. Sustainable is to
say that something such as resources or an environmental system
can be continued indefinitely without depleting any of the
material or energy resources required to keep it running.
Development is the act, process, or result of developing.
Combined together it is an idea brought forward by the World
Commission on Environment and Development defined by them as a
form of development or progress that meets the needs of the
present ...
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26th February
2009
Renewable sources of energy are the key to solving two of the
worlds most pressing yet seemingly irreconcilable problems. On
the one hand the developing world needs vastly to increase
access to affordable energy because, at present, 1.6 billion
people in the world's poorest countries do not have a power
supply. However, on the other, we cannot go on depleting the
world's finite resources of fossil fuels and contributing to the
emission of harmful greenhouse gases by burning them. ...
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26th February
2009
Though their sexy shape may resemble a "GoldMember," modern-day
bananas simply aren't shagadellic. According to Belgian and
French scientists, bananas may become extinct within the next 10
years due to their lack of genetic diversity, which makes them
prone to attacks by diseases.
There are two primary fungal diseases attacking banana
plantation, Panama disease and black Sigatoka. Biotechnology and
genetic manipulation may be the only way to save the fruit.
Scientists hope to find ...
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26th February
2009
I was walking back home with my dog (he still eats the
newspapers by the way) this weekend and re-emerging from the
woods on the hill that over looks the valley I live in, I
stopped, and took the time to stand and stare.
Below me was the village, nestled deep in a cleft. The
surrounding hills were lavishly adorned with sprawling
woodlands, skirting and dividing the many farm fields in which
the wheat was beginning to ripen, the hedgerows subdividing
these further. The sky was a cloudless blue ...
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26th February
2009
The Pocket Gopher Article by Matt Oliver Copyright © 2003 by
ProGardenBiz ProGardenBiz, an online magazine
http://www.progardenbiz.com
Pocket gophers (Tomomys spp.), so named for their fur lined
cheek pouches located outside the mouth on each side of the
face, are burrowing rodents. They are a serious and difficult to
control pest for both the Agricultural and Landscape Industries,
as well as the homeowner. They destroy vegetation, damage
machinery (such as mowers), damage irrigation systems ...
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26th February
2009
As the father of a toddler, I am an expert on dirty diapers. I
know exactly what to do with them: throw them out!
But along comes a New York waste company and a town in
California who want me to do something else with my dirty
diapers. Like cover my roof with them. Or walk on them. Or build
a doghouse with them, perhaps.
Does this sound nuts? Well, it's not. In fact, this project just
won the world's top happiness award: the 2003 Happy Guy Award
(www.The HappyGuy.com).
A few months ago, we ...
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26th February
2009
Every industry is affected by rules and regulations.
Environmental issues are becoming of greater importance as more
and more regulations go into affect. Cleaner air, water,
pesticides even the garbage we throw away is regulated. Do you
think much about it?
Even the oceans are cause for environmental regulation. The
resent oil tanker that broke in two off the coast of Spain has
become world news and threatens the ocean's eco system and the
industries that rely on it. From an investment ...
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26th February
2009
Thank you for staying with me for this two part article about
how our environments add enchantment to every day living. This
week I invite you to read about how my Virtual Assistant,
Rebecca, put beauty, meaning and form into her home. Her story
is different from mine, as each of ours are, but it is the same
in the sense that it is her way of building enchantment into her
life.
Building Enchantment By Rebecca Trelfa
I wanted to share a little note about creating enchantment in
your home. I ...
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26th February
2009
Dear our beloved crying planet'
I read an article last week in 'The Gazette', a local English
paper here in Montreal Canada. It was titled 'Time is running
out' and was written by Peter G. Brown. He is a professor in the
school of the Environment at McGill University. Professor Brown
emphasized on the fact that 'Our survival requires that we fix
global warming now and is arguing that the very stability of our
civilization is at stake if we don't address the problem of
substantial climate ...
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26th February
2009
The west is in a drought. Along with other measures being
recommended or required, we've been asked to conserve water.
Great. It's good to conserve. After all, being frugal, dependent
on less, and keeping one's environment uncluttered and
unpolluted do far more to enhance quality of life than do
frantic consumption and the over accumulation of stuff.
But I have two questions.
First, for what and for whom are we conserving?
The drought has forced many communities to issue mandatory ...
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26th February
2009
Title: HOW GREENHOUSE GASES WILL DESTROY THE EARTH.
Author: Arthur Zulu Contact Author: mailto:
controversialwriter@yahoo.com Copyright: Copyright © Arthur Zulu
2002 Word Count: 515 Web Address:
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HOW GREENHOUSE GASES WILL DESTROY THE EARTH.
By Arthur Zulu
Death came ...
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26th February
2009
Now that you are settled back at school it is a good time to
think about how you can help the planet by making your classroom
and school environmentally friendly. Here are some ideas to get
you started:
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Start a program to save the trees.
Did you know that paper comes from trees? Take good care of your
books and they will last longer so other students will be able
to use them. Use your paper carefully. Use the ...
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26th February
2009
Title: WILL GLOBAL WARMING CAUSE ANOTHER NOAH'S FLOOD?
Author: Arthur Zulu Contact Author: mailto:
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WILL GLOBAL WARMING CAUSE ANOTHER NOAH'S FLOOD?
By Arthur Zulu
Man ...
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26th February
2009
Asthma has increased 300 percent in children in the past ten
years. Research by WHO, in Germany, finds prostate cancer,
breast cancer, and other cancers increasing due to mold-related
problems.
Mold is the number one health problem with one in every three
persons affected by mold and one in ten with a severe problem
related to mold. These can range from the common cold,
tonsillitis, otitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma, and
pneumonia, to cancer. Check your home's humidity levels; buy or
borrow ...
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26th February
2009
Who owns our natural resources? Why the people are so poor and
desperate in rich Lake Victoria Basin
Lake Victoria (Nyanza as called by local people) is the second
biggest Lake in the world and the father to Egyptian riches, 40
years ago it had over 320 old fish species; now it possesses
only eight species1 It's basin is potentially the riches region
in East Africa and occupied by so poor people, it's environment
in such deep criss1 Why?
The Lake's resource wealth is further increased by the ...
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26th February
2009
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted a
legally binding Convention banning the application of organotin
anti-fouling paints on ships' hulls by 2003 and its presence by
2008. This requires not less than 25 States, the combined
merchant fleets of which constitute not less than 25% of the
gross tonnage of the world's merchant shipping, it's not likely
that the Convention will enter into force by 2002. So WWF is
seeking commitments from industry and government to show ...
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26th February
2009
Ever since I was young I played poker with my family, but it was always just for fun. In high school though, I started playing with my friends on weekends for a little money. Once I realized that I was winning pretty consistently, I started holding larger games at my house so I could make more money. However, I eventually cleaned all of my friends out, and they had to go get jobs...
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26th February
2009
I decided to write this How to 'Place Bet' on Favorites for a Living review after having the unique opportunity to see what the system can do, first hand. Hopefully, after reading this brief review of the features and benefits of the book, you'll have a good idea whether or not the system will work for you and if it is something you should look into on your own.
There is a ton of money to be made in the world of horse racing, you just have to know how to do it. There are many different betting ...
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26th February
2009
Online poker has been growing by leaps and bounds and, consequently, websites are engaging in more aggressive online promotional efforts to get players to join their membership rolls.
One of the most successful promotional efforts has been the holding of poker tournaments. These online poker tournaments mean an opportunity to sharpen your skills, gain a chance to meet new poker buddies, learn a few new poker tricks and, of course, win big.
First Step: Establish a Proper Mindset
People who ...
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26th February
2009
Four card poker is a new casino poker variation. Like Caribbean poker, pai gow poker and three card poker, the game takes place between each player and the dealer. Four card poker is similar to three card poker. The object of the game is to beat the dealers four card hand by forming the best four card hand as possible. Like in three card poker, there is an option of placing an additional bet, which pays out according to a pay table, regardless of the dealer's hand.
Rules of Four Card ...
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26th February
2009
Pacific North West Coast North American Masks North America is
home to a fantastic range of American masks. Some of these are
traditional dating back centuries others are modern based upon
the traditions of Madi Gras and adaptations. If we extend the
range a little into the Caribbean there is also the Trinidad
Carnival the most famous of the festivals in this particular
culture.
The area to be covered here are; The Pacific North West Coast
The masks of the Pacific West Coast of North America ...
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26th February
2009
BLOOMING ON THE BRINKS OF BLUES This time yesterday, I had begun traversing the day. My itinerary was strategic, I had two appointments on the Lagos Island. One of the last sun shines of the rainy season, shot brilliant twinkles on every edge of my car windshield, as I drove on the Third Mainland Bridge. Fela Kuti was hitting again on my alertness with his 'International thief ' thief' number; and the one hundred and twenty kilometre speed of my car suited the beats quite utterly. It was ...
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26th February
2009
The 7 key secrets to building self-esteem in your son
Definition of self-esteem
The concept of self-esteem is based on our ability to think well
about ourselves and to cope with what life has in store for us.
Self-esteem is focused on whether we feel we are worthy and
whether we feel we have a right to be who we are and to value
who we are without being constantly criticised for who we are.
The value we place on ourselves is critical to our sense of self
worth.
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26th February
2009
Who are these Indigo and Crystal Children? Am I one? How can I
help my own child who seems to be one?
There are many things that we can do to help these new breed of
children, but the most important thing to know is that the
Indigo/Crystal phenomenon is the next big step in our human
evolution. We all are, in some way or another, becoming more
like the Indigo and Crystal people. The more one chooses to
consciously work towards change, the faster the results will be
for that individual. This ...
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26th February
2009
If I told you this, would you believe me? Try doing so, because
it's the truth. And also, in this strange and perverse world,
young men and women are busy killing each other at an alarming
rate. Do we really need something like a pseudo Mafia causing
the same sorts of problems? Gangsterism, in other words, on our
children's beloved video games?
According to Wikipedia, the Web's foremost online encyclopedia,
ever since 9/11 the FBI hasn't had much in time or resources to
handle organized crime, ...
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26th February
2009
Next Generation of Game Consoles Set to Shake up Gaming Industry
As the Next Gaming Cycle Approaches; Developers, Publishers,
Peripheral and Hardware Manufacturers Set Sights on New
Opportunities.
By: Ann-Marie Fleming July 2005
As the gaming industry prepares for the launch of the next
generation of gaming consoles, discussions are heating up as to
the potential impacts that may ensue. Previous transitions have
revealed that entrance into the next gaming cycle often results
in higher costs, ...
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26th February
2009
Now that I'm really settled down for bad or good, I can't help
but reflect on my lengthy past as a happy-go-lucky single. How
can I forget the many bizarre, crazy, and benighted times I've
misled myself into a man's twin loving arms, and how very much I
miss loving every minute of it? How?
Why, I squirm as if caught in a velvet trap'well, I could, but
my husband is standing right behind me and might ask me what I'm
sitting on.
Yes, it's been nothing but high misadventure for me, ...
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26th February
2009
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Have you ever noticed that everything is a battle with your
child? If it is, then one of three things is happening. Your
child, you or both are in a competitive need cycle. What is a
competitive need cycle?
As humans, we are all born with five basic needs that we are
genetically programmed to attempt to meet. They are survival,
love & belonging, power, freedom and fun. Without getting into
the detail of the developmental model described in Nancy Buck's
book, Peaceful Parenting, power and ...
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26th February
2009
The Contrarian View.
There is value in understanding why collectibles go up. Indeed there are times when some collectibles do go up in value faster then the market in general. My research has led me to a lot of material on art with well documented prices etc. I can not prove it, but I strongly suspect that you could substitute the word "collectibles" (or "coins" or "stamps", or "political buttons" or "any-damn-thing-you-collect" for the word '"art" in the following and find things to learn. ...
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26th February
2009
'Twas the week before Christmas and all though the house
everything was in shambles. Too much to do and not enough time.
More shopping to be done, presents to wrap, cookies to bake and
decorating await. Oh the hustle and bustle, the extra work and
the stress. Is it any wonder you feel like the Kranks?
If your holiday season rings in more stress than joy, you're not
alone. Consider these facts:
oIn a recent survey, 96% of 8-12 year olds included a big screen
TV in their wish list. This despite ...
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26th February
2009
I get asked this kind of question a lot lately and I also hear
things like, Jeez Damascus is a lost art, isn't it? Or Damascus
is sharper than ordinary steel and on and on. Well these are
valid questions and can not be answered in a few words like yup
sure is or nope it aint.
The problem of a short answer is also due to, what is Damascus
steel? Many folks have heard the term Damascus, have heard of
Japanese swords and have been subject to some misleading
information along the way. I sometimes ...
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26th February
2009
From the Editors
"With an American president who stands in opposition to the Kyoto Treaty and carbon dioxide emissions escalating at an ozone-endangering clip, the earth needs all the help it can get at the grass roots level. Catering to supporters of the cause is the Central Park Conservancy's annual Earth Day Celebration, which encourages citizens to embrace environmentalism in a full day of food, face painting, performances, educational activities, arts and crafts, picnicking, potato-sack ...
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26th February
2009
Adorable stuffed dogs are a favorite gift for dog lovers. Learn
what to look for and what to Avoid.
Although it's hard to say when the first stuffed dogs appeared,
I would guess that it was soon after dogs were domesticated. We
do know that as long as there have been children, there have
been dolls, rattles, miniature weapons, and hand-made animals.
Anthropologists have found evidence of toys dating back to the
earliest records of human life.
Play is universal and cross-cultural. Though it ...
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26th February
2009
After a lifetime of excited tail wags, faithful companionship, and memorable tricks, it is no wonder your senior dog is beginning to show her age. Maybe her hearing isn't as refined as it once was. Maybe her muzzle has grayed and her coat has begun to thin. Or maybe she is slow to rise and not as spry as she was in her younger days.
Unfortunately, natural aging can slightly change appearances, decrease mobility, or dull the senses. But if your older dog's personality has changed, she may be ...
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26th February
2009
Central and South America
Central and Southern America have a rich masking history. One of
the earliest examples dates
from 10000 to 12000 BC. It is a fossilised vertebra of an
extinct lama representing the head of
a coyote. More recent records begun during the conquest of the
area, contemporary excavations
combined with murals by the indigenous people reveal an array of
styles and uses. Most of the
surviving masks are apparently burial masks. Often they are
carved from some form of rock ...
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26th February
2009
It's that time of year again, time for traveling, decorating,
holiday parties, family, friends, relatives and of course. . . .
shopping. How many of you simply whip out the credit card and
start charging every gift you can find, only to dread the day
when your statement arrives in the mail? Or are you one of the
few that save a little every month just to cover the holiday
expenses when they come around? Before you spend your money on
the latest, hottest, newest gadgets, take a look at ...
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26th February
2009
Copyright The Quipping Queen 2005.
WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS...
Or, learn how to flog fruit and at least lob the losers!
Theolonius McTavish, a lemonade-stand sales rep at the tender
age of five, a used car salesman at the testy age of 20, and now
a paltry pie-maker just a tad too old to remember the darn
recipe!
A quick glance at the phrase, "When life gives you
lemons", leaves a lot to be desired.
Actually, these five words have spawned more than 119,000 web
pages devoted to this tarty ...
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26th February
2009
College Prep: Decorating a Dorm Room
The average college student will spend $3,184 per year to
furnish their dorm room. That adds up to much more than a couple
of posters from the campus bookstore. Making the transition from
high school student to college co-ed does take planning. But
costs can be controlled with creativity and communication.
A dorm room needs functionality first. With a plan in place
before even the first desk lamp is purchased, money can be saved
by avoiding items that don't ...
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26th February
2009
The sudden appearance of a new baby can be rough on the other
children in the family. Daily routines are disrupted and
suddenly mom and dad are too busy to pay attention to older
siblings. Worst of all, the new baby is the instant star of the
family - the center of attention. The adorable baby is the big
attraction for everyone from mom and dad, to visiting relatives,
to casual acquaintances bumped into at the mall, right down to
strangers on the street. Everyone is talking baby talk, ...
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26th February
2009
Here are all sorts sites for the HOLIDAYS! Have a Wonderful Time
whatever your religion or Ethnicity! Blessings to you all!
1) Holiday Crafts for Kids -Craft Ideas All sorts of
Thanksgiving Crafts and decorations kids can help with http://www.amazingmoms.com/
2) Fall Festival Crafts Thanksgiving, Fall Crafts for
Kids.turkey paper bag craft, etc.
http://www.daniellesplace.com/
3) 4Free Arts and Crafts! Thanksgiving projects for the
entire family - learn how to make wonderful crafts for a ...
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26th February
2009
Every scrapbook is unique and inviting; as a creative scrapbooking professional, your marketing should be as eye-catching and irresistible as your creations. Even if you have only a few hundred dollars to spend, you can absolutely woo clientele using grassroots methods to showcase your creative scrapbooking acumen.
Educate Others in the Art Form of Creative Scrapbooking
One of the fastest ways to turn yourself from an unknown scrapbooker into a creative scrapbooking "expert" is to teach a class ...
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26th February
2009
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Mary Findley of the use of this article by contacting her at
http://www.goclean.com/contactus.htm and sending her the
location of the article or sending her print copy.
Select the Right Cleaning Company for You By Mary Findley
copyright@2005 All rights reserved worldwide
People from all walks of life are turning towards outside help
when it comes to cleaning their home: A young family actively
involved with their children's ...
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26th February
2009
PRUNING AND TRAINING GARDEN SHRUBS
"The Art and Science of Pruning"
By Alan Jolliffe
Pruning is the art of training plants. Pruning is not an end in
itself. Pruning is a stimulus for desirable plant growth.
Introduction. Very few publications on pruning mention the
relationship between pruning and training when explaining how to
prune all types of plants, particularly of garden shrubs. This
relationship is vital and must be well understood by gardeners,
unfortunately it is not. Often pruning ...
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26th February
2009
Do you often feel like organizing the playroom is an endless
cycle of putting toys away, just to find them scattered all over
the next day?
Yes, you have good intentions, but you might be going about
organizing the playroom the wrong way. Does each toy have a
designated home? Is it easy for the kids to put the toys away?
Are containers labeled for simple identification?
Your goal shouldn't be to hide the toys in toy boxes or closets,
but rather offer plenty of storage and accessibility. If ...
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26th February
2009
The legend and myth of the Tooth Fairy is a delightful part of
our modern family culture. Kids dream about receiving a special
gift or money from this charming, magical fairy. Adults fondly
remember the Tooth Fairy as a wonderful childhood fantasy of
their youth, and they pass on the mystery and charm to their own
young children.
In most households, the Tooth Fairy operates under cover of
darkness, coming to visit after a child loses what are commonly
called baby teeth. Parents help perpetuate ...
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26th February
2009
Formal landscape design invokes order and balance. Think of the gardens of Monticello, the landscaping of Versailles, and, closer to home, the gardens of Bayou Bend, which is part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
The hand of the gardener is clearly in evidence in formal landscape designs as the pathways and plantings are controlled along crisp lines. It is this discipline that gives a sense of peace and order. Formal landscape design is our attempt to exert our control over ...
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26th February
2009
Ghajini is a 2008 Bollywood film directed by A. R. Murugadoss and produced under the Geetha Arts banner by Allu Aravind. The film is a remake of a Tamil film, of the same name, which was also by Muragadoss and starred Surya Sivakumar and Asin. It stars Aamir Khan and bollywood débutant Asin Thottumkal. Jiah Khan, Pradeep Rawat and Riyaz Khan are essaying supporting roles. The movie is an action-thriller, with strong romantic elements, that explores the life of a rich businessman who suffers ...
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26th February
2009
Gifts that we all would like to get but never receive.
Gifts that will be remembered as special and unique.
Great gifts for individuals, couples, seniors, and youth.
WE have all received gifts which are nice, but just don't stand
out as being something special and imaginative. I have put
together some ideas that may help assure the next gift you give
will be remembered as something really special and unique.
Here you will gain ideas for everyone: individuals, couples,
seniors, and also for the ...
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26th February
2009
You've just received the news that you're being transferred to
another branch office in another state ... in two weeks. In the
excitement and stress of selecting a new home, selling,
subletting, or simply preparing to leave your old one, packing,
and worrying about your new role in the company, you hardly have
the time to consider who you need to contact about your
forthcoming change of address. Most of us have so many monthly
bills (credit cards, student loans, and car insurance, for
example) ...
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26th February
2009
What educators, instructors, and coaches don't want you to know
about the pressures facing youngsters in performance activities.
Learn the truth revealing the turmoil families may encounter
when kids are 'pushed to perform' in competitive endeavors.
So your little Susie wants to join a competitive gymnastic club?
You conclude that this is going to be great fun! Maybe, you even
think this is just the ticket your bouncy little girl needs to
get rid of her pent-up energy while meeting other ...
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26th February
2009
Wood turning has had a definite place in the commercial world for a great many years. It is used in various forms in making furniture and furniture parts, building trim, tool parts, toys, athletic paraphernalia and many other useful and beautiful articles in common use.
When properly taught in the schools it is one of the most valuable types of instruction. It appeals to pupils more than any other type of manual work, as it embodies both the play and work elements. It is very interesting and ...
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26th February
2009
To get the very best quality we need to know which lenses to use and
the best time to use they. There are several lenses on the market today
that should become part of our every day tool.
There are many different types of photography. You can take pictures of
anything and there is someone out there somewhere who would like to
see the pictures that you take. So, photography is a great field to get
into.
And that same sunset behind the mountain that you¡¯ve seen everyday
since you were ...
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26th February
2009
As one of the four ancient civilization nations, China has contributed much to the society of development and progress of human, among them the invention and development of pottery is particular important and significant. 
Pottery craftwork and ceramic art is the oldest arts and crafts of our country. As far away as in the New Stone Age there are gray pottery, terracotta, white pottery, painted pottery and black pottery with simple and rude styles. In Shang Dynasty glazed pottery and rigid ...
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Pottery craftwork and ceramic art is the oldest arts and crafts of our country. As far away as in the New Stone Age there are gray pottery, terracotta, white pottery, painted pottery and black pottery with simple and rude styles. In Shang Dynasty glazed pottery and rigid ...Read the rest of this entry »
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26th February
2009
Italian Tapestries carry the pictorial designs of Italy. These are part of European tapestries. Italy was a centre for cultural renaissance .Italian tapestry draws inspiration from the age of intellectualism, rationality, and innovative ideas. Italian Tapestries are known for abstract and religious ideas. These can be divided into two sub categories.Religious Tapestries: These usually carry religious themes on them. Many of them carry biblical themes like the 'Creation, Cherub, The last supper, ...
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25th February
2009
About Tactical Knives From self-defense to work-a-day tool-box
tasks, these multi-purpose tactical blades give the term
survival tool" a whole new meaning. Back in the mid-'70s, the
Buck 110 folder was considered a rather radical accessory. "Why
the hell do you need that on your belt?" was the typical
reaction of grizzled police vets upon seeing the innovative
combat folder on the belt of younger officers. They would then
pull a Stockman, Canoe or more often than not, a Barlow or
electrician's ...
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25th February
2009
It's the beginning of spring break, and we're heading south.
That's all we know.
Our family is greatly anticipating what may be our last road
trip for a long, long time. There's a lot of excitement in our
house right now as we are shifting into a whole new phase for
each of us.
My husband is launching a new business. I am writing a book. Our
17-year-old daughter is preparing for college in Nova Scotia in
September. Our 16-year-old daughter is heading to Brazil for a
year-long Rotary Exchange in ...
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25th February
2009
America's beautiful landscape represents the natural brilliance
of a nation founded on truth, freedom, and the well-being of all
its citizens.
As technology progresses, America's ecosystem suffers the
greatest toll. Automobiles, industrial parks, and consumer waste
have grown in record numbers over the past twenty years. It is
essential that we seek to ensure conditions favorable to the
renewal of our country's natural splendor.
Here are ten ways you can fortify your local ecosystem for $10
or ...
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25th February
2009
You, as a beginner wood carver, may be ready to think of designing something yourself. Before doing so, look at some really good wood carvings. Photographs can remind us of things seen but for proper appreciation it is better to see the actual work. A visit to the local museum is a good idea, or to a church or building where fine wood carvings can be seen
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25th February
2009
The time you will need to teach your children the essentials '
reading, writing, and arithmetic ' is much less than you think.
Let me quote author and former public-school teacher John Gatto
from his wonderful book, Dumbing Us Down:
'Were the colonists geniuses? [i.e., why did our colonial
forefathers have literacy rates close to 90 percent?]. No, the
truth is that reading, writing, and arithmetic only take about
100 hours [italics added] to transmit as long as the audience is
eager and willing ...
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25th February
2009
Truancy is something that was easier to deal with in our parent's day. It is define as the dictionary calls 'the act or condition of being absent without permission' were
standard. A good lashing helped clear up any doubt as to the relevant authorities' feelings on the subject. For better or worse, corporal punishment is out. And, lets
face it, it was pretty primitive, but how delightfully unambiguous. The dichotomy of crime and punishment regarding our teens has now assumed a more ...
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25th February
2009
Act the One
A lion, a tiger and a bear discuss how much they admire that strangest of animals, the human.
Tony the Lion: It's amazing what a human can do once it sets its mind to it.
Leo the Bear: No kidding! Like the pyramids!
Yogi the Tiger: That was aliens. Aliens did the pyramids.
Leo: The ones in Egypt, yes, but it was the good old earthlings that built the pyramids in Central America.
Yogi: Oh, right, the Aztecs. The Aztecs built some very fine pyramids.
Tony: The Aztecs weren't aliens? ...
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25th February
2009
Little Bugs Teach Big Lessons Product Review of Bugtime
Adventure Series By Lisa M. Hendey
I'm one of those 'mean' moms who typically makes her children do
'homework' during the summer, convinced that a stretch of close
to three months with no pencil in hand will be detrimental to
the academic progress my boys have achieved during the school
year. This summer however, my sons have negotiated with me to
avoid the traditional summer workbooks we've used in the past.
In their place, the boys are ...
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25th February
2009
Coin collecting is an extremely popular hobby with people of all ages. Children tend to gravitate towards pretty or unusual looking coins, while adults are generally concerned with the financial value of their collections.
Some people build strictly a grassroots coin collection, acquiring those coins that they happen to stumble across, while others buy in bulk and eagerly anticipate new limited edition minting. However you choose to build your collection, you may have many questions about the ...
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25th February
2009
In ancient Greece, there was a tradition of writing down one's thoughts and recording events in a notebook for preserving the memory for future. We have carried forward the same concept and modified it into a scrapbook. Children and adults all over the world have been engrossed in the art of creatively making a scrapbook to preserve precious memories of happy events or loved ones. In addition to the written words and snapshots, a scrapbook may also contain treasures like some personal belonging ...
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25th February
2009
Carmen Electra (her real name is Tara Leigh Patrick) was on the 20th of April, 1972. She is known for her modeling, acting and singing carriers. Tara was born in the Midwestern city of Sharonville, Ohio. Her dad Harry Patrick was an entertainer and played the guitar mom Patricia was known for her singing. Carmen Electra's mother fell ill with a brain tumor and died of the decease in 1988. Debbie Patrick, Carmen Electra's older sister died of heart attack. She attended high-school in ...
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25th February
2009
W. Keleher : A multifaceted individual
William Aloysius Keleher was a multifaceted individual. No, it is no exaggeration, not an over-stretched truth either. It is a completely unadulterated fact. Why would one say that? That is because Mr. Keleher was a unique person who stood out among many with his exceptional work and achievement. The way he struggled his way out to success and fame is truly remarkable. In this article, readers will re-discover the multifaceted William A. Keleher.
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25th February
2009
It doesn't matter what type or size doll you have, you can
easily design your own doll dresses following a few simple steps.
This article explains how to make a basic dress, that you can
then use as either a sundress, or that you can crochet dainty
ruffles on for a more elegant fashion.
First you will want to grab your doll, a crochet hook, some
yarn, a pen and a notebook. As you crochet, you will want to
make sure that you write down all of your stitches so that you
can save your design in ...
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25th February
2009
Did you notice the air is getting warmer, the trees are budding
& your wallet is empty? Your Sizzling Hot Summer is just around
the corner. You know you'll have extra time on your hands and an
empty wallet in your pocket. I bet you're thinking that you'd
like to make a few extra bucks this summer. But you're too young
for the jobs available to the 16 and older teens. And you're
bored and too old for the standard lemonade stand idea. What
else can you do to make some real money?
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25th February
2009
If you are into fantasy swords, medieval, fencing swords, futuristic swords, samurai swords or anything else in between then have I got news for you! Recently I was searching online for a friend of mine because he is really into the whole "Gladiator" and "300" deal and decided to start collecting some of the coolest swords I have ever seen in my life. Well the one problem with collecting swords is that a lot of the time they are overly-expensive. And even if you are a die hard it's still hard ...
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25th February
2009
Little is known of the early history of Kokeshi Japanese
Wooden Dolls. One school of thought believes that Kokeshi
dolls have their origins in the practice of spiritualist
religion. Wooden dolls were thought to contain the spiritual
essence of the dead and were often made for honorary
remembrance.
The modern history of Japanese Kokeshi dolls began in the latter
part of the Edo Era (1603-1867). Originating in the Tohiku
region of northern Japan, famous for it's hot springs and
rejuvenating spa ...
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25th February
2009
I know what you're thinking. Why should we hear about grabs, let along grungy grabs?
Could it be because this is just about the most common attack you'll ever face? Yup.
Grabs can be explained as just about the most complicated thing in the world, if you want to. I don't want to make it that complicated, so here goes.
To keep things in perspective, let's just discuss wrist grabs. I know, I know, you want to know it all right now. Well, I'm not smart enough to fit that much info into this ...
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25th February
2009
Throughout the Far East, the dragon tattoo stands as a symbol of protection and strength. Just as American and English cultures have their own unique body art symbols, so does the Eastern part of the world.
Japan, China, Korea and Vietnam all have their own historical legends behind the significance of the dragon. Stories aside, these creatures have become the foundation for some of the most striking and beautiful subjects that a tattoo artist can hope to create.
Even though dragon tattoo ...
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25th February
2009
When it comes to the state of Florida, there is really nothing more anyone can ask for when it comes to having fun. One great thing about Florida is that no matter where you are anywhere in the state, you are never more than an hour and a half a way from the ocean. Not many places in the world can brag about that unless they are a small island.
Florida has a land mass of 58,560 square miles, and with in this tropical paradise lies cities with rich cultural heritages. Each city will oblige any ...
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25th February
2009
Bullies are an ugly but very real part of childhood. There's not
much we can do to protect our children from these cruel and
brutal kids except teach them how to defend themselves from an
otherwise unprovoked attack of the bullying kind.
Bullies are kids who have tremendous low self-esteem. They feel
better about themselves by tormenting another, usually smaller
or weaker child. If a bully decides to pick on someone that is
not smaller in size but otherwise imagined as weak, they will
usually ...
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25th February
2009
Event-photography is an extremely lucrative business and one that has been steadily growing over the past number of years. There are numerous photographers who specialise in events photography, and the aim of this article is to provide you with information on event photographers itself and how to become an events photographer.
What Is Event-Photography?
Event-photography is exactly what it sounds like; it is where a photographer photographs events. These can be anything from their best ...
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Art and Entertainment
25th February
2009
Sigmund Freud once said, "Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar." Any self-respecting cigar smoker, however, will tell you that a cigar is far less a cigar when the correct arts are not applied to the preparation of the cigar and the execution of the act itself. The first act in the ritual is cutting the cigar cap, and the best way to do this is with a table top cigar cutter. The cap is the part that you put in your mouth. It is formed by the outer wrapper leaves twisted down over the end of the ...
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25th February
2009
Remember when no one started Christmas shopping until after
Thanksgiving?
Wisconsin author LeAnn R. Ralph remembers it very well.
"When I was growing up on our dairy farm forty years ago, the
stores didn't put up Christmas displays until the day after
Thanksgiving. No one was really thinking about Christmas
shopping before that," Ralph said. "In fact, my mother felt so
strongly about it that she didn't even like to hear the word
'Christmas' until after we had finished eating ...
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25th February
2009
This month I've happened upon a number of websites that can help your business or your home become more environmentally friendly.
With the popularity of "being green" at what seems like an all time high, it's a great time to make some of these small changes that can make a big difference for the environment.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
I admit this is one area our business needs to improve on. Things like digital cameras, flashlights, stereos, and other small electronics run on batteries and ...
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25th February
2009
How do you keep your child 'stranger safe' this summer? Now
children are out of school, there is more time for families to
make life-lasting memories when going out to enjoy fairs,
festivals, and amusement parks. Here's a plan to keep them safe.
Parents, you know there is always an increase in anxiety and
stress when going on family outings and when the safety security
of your family is on your mind. Not sure where to start? Take a
few minutes and start with a family safety plan by ...
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25th February
2009
One always derives pleasure while viewing one's scrapbooking projects. It also reflects the happiness and fun activities that one has spent while creating scrapbooks. If you have unrealistic expectations for what you will accomplish or how the finished project will look, you will be very disappointed in the work you have done. The aim of clean scrapbooking sequel simple is to make one relax so that and one can enjoy each moment of scrapbooking projects. The goal of clean scrapbooking sequel ...
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25th February
2009
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25th February
2009
Though it has become very popular in Western Cultures in the past few years, native people groups around the world have used the tribal tattoo for various purposes for thousands of years.
A brief history of these uses will give people who may want a tribal tattoo a better idea of exactly what they want in a tattoo. More than just designs, these tribal symbols are often fraught with meaning and can signify many different aspects of human life.
While there are many different cultures that ...
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25th February
2009
It's been said, time and again, that for a child to learn what
is most important, he must be shown the lessons through example,
not through words. And, if we are to nurture certain traits
within our children, we must first develop those traits in
ourselves.
I've been teaching martial arts to children for a decade and a
half and I've discovered something amazing about children - they
want to learn what is expected of them. For all of the
'button-pushing,' resistance to your wishes and ...
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25th February
2009
Layout has a very special place in creating a striking scrapbook. People who are fond of maintaining scrapbooks do everything to find out the perfect scrapbooking layout. They search intensely on the internet and even pay a large amount of money to get the appropriate layout. If you are one of them who pay money for layouts then there is a better way to lighten the burden on your pockets. Instead of paying money for scrapbooking layouts, you should take advantage of the free scrapbooking layout ...
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25th February
2009
You may have joined the photo-sharing craze to share your
family vacation photos, but have you thought about other uses
for photo sharing?
Here are just a few ideas:
Scrapbooking: Show off your creative projects. You can design
scrapbook pages and enhance them with clipart using software
like Paint Shop Photo Album or FotoFinish and then upload them
to a photo sharing site for everyone to enjoy.
Hobbies: Perhaps you belong to a cross-stitching club or the
other end of the spectrum, a ...
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25th February
2009
Introduction to Collecting Elephants There are many facets to
collecting anything, and elephants are no exception. For
example, there are some interesting myths and stories related to
collecting. The most common is that one should only collect
elephants with their trunk up - I don't personally believe it,
and some collectors actually do the opposite. A myth borne of
the Feng Shui craze is placing elephants near the entry of you
home, facing in certain directions. The lore and myths of
elephants ...
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25th February
2009
Throughout several decades now, people have tried out several ways of preserving their family history. Maintaining photo albums, photo collages are some of the ways of maintaining a family history. People generally maintain family history to make the future generations get acquainted with their roots and also to treasure their family members. A comparatively newer way of maintaining family history could be scrapbooking family history. We all do know about scrapbooking. In fact, remember our ...
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25th February
2009
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Introduction to Collecting Elephants There are many facets to
collecting anything, and elephants are no exception. For
example, there are some interesting myths and stories related to
collecting. The most common is that one should only collect
elephants with their trunk up - I don't personally believe it,
and some collectors actually do the opposite. A myth borne of
the Feng Shui craze is placing elephants near the entry of you
home, facing in certain directions. ...
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25th February
2009
The very word scrapbooking brings back all my childhood memories. Scrapbooking was one activity that used to fascinate me and I would always find time to indulge in making my scrapbook. Today, times have changed, but making a scrapbook is something which has not changed, in fact today you will find many new additions which have made the whole process of creating a scrapbook, all the more interesting and appealing. Scrapbooking is one of the most popular hobbies and even today this is one hobby ...
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25th February
2009
No matter what kind of collecting you are doing, it is a good idea to have an up-to-date version of the Official Overstreet Cartoon Book Price Guide. After all, it is considered the most important price guide for comics, no matter what kind of collecting you are doing, even category cartoon book collecting.
The Official Overstreet Price Guide has all kinds of useful information for collectors, not just prices. They don't call the Official Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide the bible of the price ...
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25th February
2009
Comic book price guides are an essential tool for any avid cartoon book collector. They have more information than just prices, you can also cross-reference various pieces of information in order to find out what your collection is worth.
Hopefully, it is worth a lot of money and your collection through the years has been a great investment. As one of the most reputable cartoon book price guides, The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide is the premier guides for serious collectors.
The Overstreet ...
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25th February
2009
With this fall's spike in oil and natural gas prices and the
further impact Hurricane Katrina will have on this winter's
heating oil supplies, it's become more important than ever to
make sure our homes are as energy-efficient as possible.
Luckily, there are a number of easy, inexpensive ways to button
up your home for winter. Numerous cost-efficient products on the
market for your windows and doors will go a long way toward
preserving the heat you generate with your heating system.
Make sure ...
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Art and Entertainment
25th February
2009
Self Defense Education ' There are three sure-fire ways to teach
your child to be truly 'Kid Safe'.
A child needs to know there are two types of self defense.
Physical, which gives them the tools needed to keep them safe.
And mental self defense, which empowers them with the awareness
and common sense to keep them safe. This is an exerpt from a
seminar I did to educate parents and children on helping them
with the mental self defense to make them "Kid Safe" kids.
Levels of Safety By teaching ...
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25th February
2009
Having operated a successful Family Child Care in my home for
over 10 years, I have had many opportunities to introduce
various aspects of the Arts to young children. Being naturally
musical myself, providing a musical curriculum to my kids was a
simple and obvious way to enhance the daily activities of my
child care and my own children as well.
Children respond to music at a very young age. Nearly everyone
can remember their mother or grandmother singing nursery rhymes
to them as little ...
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25th February
2009
DATELINE: MARSHFIELD, MA... Tickets are $100 each or $1,000 for a corporate table that seats 10. Tickets may be purchased at the Boys and Girls Club in Library Plaza or online at Marshfieldboysandgirlsclub.com. Approximately 350 people are expected to attend. ...
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25th February
2009
Do you want to catch up on the story line of a Star Wars comic book collection but find yourself without the time to devote to track down all of the comics? Or perhaps watching cartoons is the preferred medium for seeing those web slinging, gun toting, futuristic heroes out to save a fictional universe. Enter in the comic book collecting DVD as a way to see those favorite heroes and villains come to life complete with bad catch phrases and great gadgets.
Finding a comic book collecting DVD is ...
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25th February
2009
You're tired. You've worked hard all week. Suddenly, the kids
shout gleefully... "let's decorate!" ... in anticipation of the
coming holiday. The "let's not" is miraculously not permitted to
escape your lips. Instead you take a deep breath while you
wonder about how this decorating could become an easier and more
fun-filled activity.
Well, it can be!
- First, insist on family members pitching in to help and treat
this like a family project. This should not just rest on your
shoulders to ...
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25th February
2009
A world coin collection can be a great thing to create. Whether you concentrate on old rare coins or new coins from around the world, your family and friends will be impressed to see the various monies used in different countries.
You might even find old rare ones that are extremely valuable while looking for something else to add to your collection. Even kids enjoy creating a collection with different kinds of coins that other cultures use for their particular currency.
Starting a world coin ...
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25th February
2009
When you were a kid and you first started collecting comic books, you had no need to worry about something like the Overstreet comic book price guide. Back then, things were simpler, and it was probably both more difficult and a lot easier at the same time to collect comic books.
It was more difficult because you may not have had a computer, because you had to limit what you could buy to fit your allowance and because you probably just wasn't as aware of what was out there. It was easier, of ...
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25th February
2009
HERE ARE SOME OF THE REASONS WHY READING IS SO IMPORTANT FOR
CHILDREN.
WHY DO WE TELL CHILDREN TO READ ?
We're always telling children that books and reading are good
for them, but have we ever really thought about why that's true
? Exactly what do older children get out of reading novels ?
What do younger kids get from being read to ? Does reading
matter ?
The purpose of this article is to say that, yes, it's true,
reading really is important, and that there are some solid
reasons why that ...
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25th February
2009
The legendary jazz/soul singer, Ella Jane Fitzgerald (April 25, 1917 - June 15, 1996) was also affectionately called "Lady Ella" and the "First Lady of Song".
This dynamic and soulful female jazz singer has a very wide vocal range spanning up to three octaves and is best known for her purity of the singing tonal quality, phrasing and note intonation.
Ella was particularly well received for her improvisational singing and scat singing and perhaps the most memorable performance of this ...
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Art and Entertainment
25th February
2009
A caricature is a portrait of a person that captures the essence of a person in an identifiable form, and yet exaggerates those features that suggest the essential essence. A caricature has a certain cartoon look to it and the essence that is being exaggerated can be positive or negative. Caricature began in years ago as a form of flattery for the rich. It was done more to show the positive side and to flatter the subject. In the middle of the 19th century with the rise of Newspapers, the ...
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25th February
2009
The origin of the game that we today call Poker is uncertain and
debated. Most researchers agree that the name Poker is derived
from the French word poque, which in turn originates from the
German word pochen - to knock. It is however unsure whether
Poker is actually related to the card games where players must
knock the table to mark certain situations. Poker bears a keener
resemblance to an old Persian game called As Nas. Some
researchers therefore suggest that As Nas was taught to ...
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25th February
2009
Historically, scrapbooking was in the tradition much akin to storytelling, but with a tactile, wistful and visual focus. Heritage scrapbooking preserves a legacy of written history in the form of memorabilia, photographs and printed media in decorated scrapbook albums. Heritage scrapbooking with photographs has been around since pictures became available to the average person. Traditional scrapbooks tend to have photographs mounted with photo mount corners and notations with who was in the ...
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25th February
2009
What's So Real About Reality TV? But some are "personal growth"
shows By David Leonhardt
Those people who defend the intrusive presence of a television
in private homes always seem to cite "educational value" as its
redeeming grace.
They mention the documentaries they watch all the time...which
explains why The Feeding Habits of the Gray-haired Stork broke
all Nielsen ratings records last month.
They mention the news programs they watch nightly...which
explains why they have "intellectual" ...
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25th February
2009
It's one of the busiest times of the year with the holiday season almost upon us and most of us are racking our brains for gift ideas. Shopping can be quite a chore. There are many choices for gifts and it's not easy to pick out just the right present for family members, friends, and co-workers. If you are totally stumped for the right gift idea for an adult, you can always fall back on cash or gift certificates. This doesn't work as well for children, who prefer the fun of opening a present ...
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25th February
2009
Who Loves Money More? In the words of the song from Cabaret, money makes the world go around, but when you think about it, who loves money more? Is it the single mom, who, if money were no object, would buy a car that didn't sound like a locomotive about to be robbed by Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and send her son to a school that had the more basketball team in the country? When I was a single mom and I finally got a better paying job, my first luxury was to use a whole fabric ...
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25th February
2009
With the fast popularity of memory scrapbook scrapbooking increasing daily, more resources are available to an amateur and professional scrapbooking hobbyist alike. Memory scrapbook scrapbooking doesn't have to be too much of a challenge for anyone who wants to attempt the craft. Lignin-free and acid-free products are encouraged to keep the pictures from becoming discolored, or even turning brown. Digital scrapbooking is still basically in its infancy, but certainly shows great promise as the ...
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25th February
2009
In order to learn how to quilt you must first understand how a
quilt is made.
Basically a quilt is a sandwich that consists of three layers.
The top of the quilt is a decorative layer created from small
fabric pieces or 'patches' sewn together in a creative and
artistic manner.
The second layer is the batting. Batting is a cozy thermal layer
of matted cotton, wool, polyester or silk fibers that give the
quilt warmth and volume.
The third layer is the backing that is made from one ...
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25th February
2009
We all know that keeping our kids safe on the internet is a
parent's priority lately. Here are some new tips and strategies
to give parents solutions on how to protect their children.
The biggest trick some child predators' are using these days is
to pretend to be a kid, in a kid site chat room.
Child predators are talking the lingo, misspelling words, having
simple conversations to gain trust with children on the internet.
But do you really know just how fast they can find information
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25th February
2009
Okay so you have made a conscious decision to get a non lethal self defense weapon instead of a handgun. Now what?
Non lethal self-defense weapons are gaining in popularity because they are effective against attacks. Martial arts and other self-defense courses are great to learn, but for many people, they take too much time to learn and can be expensive. You are not always going to have the opportunity to use learned self-defense skills. Non lethal self defense weapons such as stun guns, pepper ...
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25th February
2009
One of the chief objectives in hiring a motivational or keynote speaker is for his or her capability to put the flash back into a dreary business team. A business team or work employees might, after a period of time cultivate apathetic or be unable to find the momentum for their own objectives. They might find that they have attained a specific standard of work and cannot see any way or reason to go further than this point. A motivational speaker could assist when these kinds of state of ...
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Art and Entertainment
25th February
2009
Imagine the excitement of retaining and preserving a family legacy of photographs, printed media and memorabilia, as online scrapbooking is becoming the rave of the 21st century. Creating scrapbooks online with a strong editing tool and plenty of templates offers as many opportunities--if not more--as traditional scrapbooking. Online Scrapbooking has to be one of the most vigorous, desktop application web applications in many years. The numerous options for personalized online scrapbooking come ...
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25th February
2009
Humans however did have other great advancements such as Shaw-Fujikawa Translight Engines that are qualified of reaching other star systems, as well as the formation of kindly sophisticated AIs that could provide to fill a versatile total of roles. Human offspring took more than twofold the time to grasp adulthood than do our bordering living relatives, chimps and gorillas. This pointed of delayed maturation results in what we call the teenage days and is a characteristic of advanced humans. ...
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25th February
2009
When you have selected the photos for your scrapbook, you'll
need to decide how best to lay them out on the pages. Don't feel
obliged to follow any principles that don't suit your own
design. There are no specific rules stating that all photographs
or mementos must be placed in chronological order. It is
completely up you to decide in what order you wish to place your
items and embellishments.
Choosing Your Layout
You can place your photos in a formal chronological order if you
want. You can ...
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25th February
2009
Self-reliance and potential are two very important values that
I'd highly recommend parents teach their children.
Self-reliance refer to the acceptance of responsibility for and
the consequence of one's own actions and performance. It is so
common to see people blame luck, circumstance or someone else
for things that are not up to expectation. If a person want to
be successful, he must take responsibility of his action and
results, whether it is a positive or not so positive result.
Potential ...
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25th February
2009
Knowing that you need to better understand this topic I recommend that you take 5 minutes to read what we have to say.Purchasing unlike products is always easy if you bargain them from places that sell these items exclusively. For magical trade goods the best place to find all of these items is magic shops. These shops will for the most part be small stores where you will find lots of dissimilar items. The diverse items that you can find will not be confined to one branch of magic or even ...
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The Act of Play is an Important Part of the Learning and Growing Experience for Children and Parents
25th February
2009
Media, PA (PRWEB) December 20, 2008 ' The days of play in a child's life are more than times of entertainment as child development specialists and doctors agree the minutes spent exploring and experimenting with regular or science toys and kids games help to develop growing brains and improve motor skills.Perhaps as equally important to your munchkin's play time is the time that they spend with mommy and daddy interacting with these games and toys. As important and peaceful it can be for a ...
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25th February
2009
Your financial situation after a divorce depends on these factors: support and settlement payments, job status, business opportunities, time, assets, and the financial needs of you and your family. Traditionally, stay-at-home moms have had the most difficult transition after a divorce. Usually the stay-at-home mom suddenly has to find work. Most likely you did have a job before you had kids, and your first thought might be to go back to your old workplace and see what's available.
Then you ...
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25th February
2009
In classrooms throughout the country, Judeo-Christian beliefs
are often cast aside or ridiculed. Multiculturalism studies,
environmental propaganda, and Save-the-Earth classes now
indoctrinate children with New-Age religious beliefs, often
without parents' knowledge. Public schools sometimes try to
sneak offensive pagan or new-age religions into their curriculum
without parents' knowledge under the guise of multiculturalism
studies.
In January, 2003, a group of parents sued a Sacramento ...
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25th February
2009
A number of scrapbookers can sometimes fail to see the significance of using quality materials. This is one computer creative layout scrapbooking simple stunning technique tip that shouldn't be ignored. This doesn't mean you have to pay for the most costly scrapbooking materials on the market, but you do need to invest in supplies that foster good results. If you only pay attention to one computer creative layout scrapbooking simple stunning technique tip out there, this is the very one. All ...
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25th February
2009
b>Here is some information about how to collect and use
recycled objects in your crafts!
You can save a lot of money on arts and crafts supplies by
saving things that you might ordinarily throw away! If you are
building up a craft supply box for a classroom, daycare, church
or school - get the parents involved by sending out list of
these items so they can help out too!
Make sure to prepare each item for storage. Wash and dry
anything that contained food or liquids. Remove labels from
jars, ...
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25th February
2009
There are a number of bedroom interior design ideas that can be incorporated in the renovation or design of your room. Before you start searching for ideas however, it is good to first take note of your personal preferences with regards to your bedroom. Apart from the actual design, take note of the various needs and functions that is essential in designing your bedroom.
A good place to begin your search for bedroom interior design ideas is a rundown of architectural design periods or eras for ...
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25th February
2009
It can be hard being a parent with a teen going through what I
term the 'I'm Invincible' phase. This is the phase when teens
start doing scary and dangerous things (according to us parents)
as a way of testing out their physical limits.
This is not surprising given that, at adolescence, teenagers are
effectively given a new body, one which has many improved
features from that of their childhood body. It's no good as
parents thinking we can tell them about the limits of this body;
just as a ...
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25th February
2009
Do you and your family love vacations that are also great
opportunities for educating yourself about history and the
pioneers that built this great country? What better way than a
fun vacation that is filled with learning!
And whether you are prone to the city rhythm or if the country
atmostphere warms your heart, you will love Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania. Long known for being rich in history, this city is
proud to present its museums and culture to its visitors.
From the delightful Philadelphia ...
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25th February
2009
The exponential growth in digital technologies in the past 20 years has revolutionised the market for the reproduction of art through digital means. This applies to the visual arts in film of photography, as well as in music. Re-mastered versions of old - and no so old - movies, of classic albums and of archetypal images in photography are all now common currency, and the market for such images has been revolutionary.
But with this revolution has come a proliferation of terms to describe the ...
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Hobbies
25th February
2009
Being born a Floridian doesn't necessarily mean I'm genetically
predisposed towards seeking refuge amongst large swarms of
humanity wandering aimlessly around, taking touristy pictures
while being jerked across the walkway by a 4 year old who's just
seen the Grinch.
Lest you get the wrong impression of me, I'm not anti-social,
demographically prejudiced or hermitic, but until recently I
just simply didn't see the point of rounding up kids, cameras,
extra clothing, food, more food and stuffing ...
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25th February
2009
DATELINE: MARSHFIELD, MA' The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield has put out the call for Auction items for their annual Gala and Auction which will be held on March 7, 2009 at the Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston. Approximately 350 people are expected to attend this year's dazzling Gala and Auction which celebrates the fifth anniversary of the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield and also serves as a major fundraiser. Donations are needed for the Silent and Live Auctions, which will be held ...
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25th February
2009
Christmas is one of the few times when families are likely to get together, so ensuring that everyone has a great time is crucial. In some cases you may need to plan activities that will help to keep everyone amused throughout the festive season and the internet is a great place to look for things to do. In this article we look at the top 10 Christmas activities worth considering using when you have family and friends over this year. 1 When it comes to decorating the home ready for ...
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25th February
2009
One of the most visited place of the world is Europe, where there are a lot of wonderful places to go to. You can find different kinds of sites. There are some that are considered as heritage sites; while there are also some that are built just recently. It is for a fact that European countries are among the most well-known tourist destinations all across the globe. Greece is one of the widely traveled countries of Europe. This is because of the warm weather; the historical atmosphere; and the ...
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Art and Entertainment
24th February
2009
There are so many things to consider when choosing baby gifts. You have to think about its usability, durability, benefits, and of course presentability. Picking out baby gifts can be quite tricky, but not if you know which ones are useful, durable, and has many benefits. Find ideas for unique baby gifts below.
1. Organic crib bedding. Babies sleep an average of 16 to 18 hours a day, which means they'll be spending a lot of time in their crib. An organic crib will give the baby a safe place to ...
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24th February
2009
The Aldwych Theatre, which opened Dec. 23, 1905, with a showing of "Blue Bell," was built by Walter Wallis, designed by W.G.R. Sprague, and funded by Seymour Hicks, along with Charles Frohman. It was decorated in an ornate Georgian style and was opened as part of new construction to London's Aldwych, which also includes the theatre's almost identical corresponding theatre, the Waldorf Theatre (known as the Novello today). The two theatres surround the Waldorf hotel. The Aldwych is a Grade II, ...
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Art and Entertainment
24th February
2009
The last Monday of May since 1868, has been designated as
Memorial Day. Now, during that weekend, beer and picnic supply
sales skyrocket. Travelers drive our nation's highways en masse.
And don't forget the Indy 500.
And while it's important to have fun and celebrate Memorial Day
weekend in your own way, it's also important to remember why
that day exists. It was set aside to salute U.S. troops and pay
tribute to the awesome sacrifices these brave men and women have
made, and are still making, ...
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24th February
2009
ARTISTS HELPING CHILDREN FOUNDATION JUST LAUNCHED By Rachel
Goldstein
Remember when you were a kid and you had to go to the hospital?
Remember the strange sights, the sounds, unpleasant smells, and
strangers entering your hospital room? You had no idea what was
happening to you and no one could explain in a way you
understood. You waited a lot with nothing to do except worry
about what was going to happen next.
Artists Helping Children Foundation
(http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org) is a ...
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24th February
2009
Educational toys enable children to learn as they play. Educational toys help a child acquire new skills and improve their current ones all the while having fun. Educational toys are great at this - in encouraging learning in a fun environment. Educational toys are not only fun but practical. Of course, there are important factors that a parent needs to consider in getting the best educational toys for their children:
1. Consider the child's age when choosing educational toys. There are ...
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24th February
2009
The most relevant stage in learning starts from being a toddler. What baby learns during this stage will reflect throughout his growth. Toddler educational toys are the most effective tool that will cultivate their knowledge. Educational toys are entertaining. It's the reflection of fun and laughter. Provide your child a lot of learning opportunities through wide variety of toys: Toys for bath time, toddler cubes, books, puzzles, roller coaster toys, shape sorter, soft toys stackers, wooden ...
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24th February
2009
Can you draw a straight line? Most adults don't consider
themselves artistic. Parents do, however, worry about their
toddler's art abilities. As a child care provider for the past
10 years, I've had many discussions with parents about 'how
their toddler is doing' as far as getting ready for preschool or
kindergarten. They worry a lot about the final product of their
toddler's art projects. I try to explain to them that art is not
just knowing how to draw a flower or a puppy, or whether or ...
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24th February
2009
Is your collection going to put your kids through school, let you retire graciously, and cure cancer?
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In a former life, I wore a tie and talked on the phone about money. The rule of thumb -in this particular world anyway- was that collectibles would -in the long run- keep up with inflation and nothing more. None-the-less, I remember gold getting to the north end of $700 an ounce from $400 a previous year. Diamonds had their ...
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Hobbies
24th February
2009
Butterfly tribal tattoos are now famous because it represents beauty, grace, refinement and fragility. There are different sizes and shapes of butterfly tattoo designs that are most loved by men and women. Butterfly tattoos also come in different color schemes that ranges from two-tones to colorful ones. Butterfly tattoos known for its unique, gorgeous and striking colors. Anyone who has a butterfly tattoo can be a head turner. For sure, you have seen or come across people with butterfly ...
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Art and Entertainment
24th February
2009
Musical giants T Series and legendary Showman Subhash Ghai's Mukta Arts celebrated the success of Subhash Ghai's musical extravaganza Yuvvraaj at Whistling Woods on Nov 17 at 5pm. The musical celebration of this multi-starrer saw the entire cast and crew of the film descending at the venue. The legendary showman Subhash Ghai, music mogul Krishan Kumar, stars Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Zayed Khan along with AR Rahman legendary lyricist Gulzar, Sonu Nigam and Shreya ...
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24th February
2009
The Suzuki violin method has come to dominate the way violin is
taught in America and throughout much of the world. Mention the
Suzuki violin method to music educators, and you will get a
variety of responses. While it is common for some teachers to
mix elements of Suzuki violin method with the traditional
approach other teachers either love or hate the Suzuki method.
Let's examine the Suzuki violin versus the traditional violin
below.
The Suzuki violin study method emphasizes passive modes ...
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Hobbies
24th February
2009
Museums are places where collections are preserved and
displayed. Visiting a museum is a terrific opportunity to learn
more about art, science, technology, industry and our favorite
hobbies and collectibles. Many museums offer educational
programs, newsletters, libraries and guided tours to help
visitors have a better understanding of the collections. Museum
exhibits teach us all about the world we live in. We may not be
able to travel the world in search of treasures for our own
collections. ...
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Hobbies
24th February
2009
Lightening the Load: Time to Stop Living With the Past By Janet
L. Hall and Paula Langguth Ryan
Someone recently wrote to share how her husband and his siblings
banded together to *clean out* her father-in-law's home, which
she likened to an indoor junkyard. After they had filled the
dumpster, her sister-in-law pointed at the contents and said to
her father, *This is what you were loving while we were growing
up. These were the children you were spending time with and we
grew up with them and ...
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Home and Family
24th February
2009
If you are a parent, doting aunt or uncle, older sibling, family friend, or do-gooder who simply wants to make a tiny tot happy, you may have experienced or are experiencing dilemmas when it comes to finding the right toys for children. There are plenty of children's toys lined up in store shelves and neatly stacked on display tables that choosing ones that are safe, age-appropriate, enjoyable and educational can be very challenging.
Different kids have different interests, and different toys ...
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Home and Family
24th February
2009
Here's a great idea for making a special 'first haircut'
scrapbook page. Between the ages of about 12 and 18 months, a
baby boy or girl may go for their first hair cut. You've
probably seen that there are many children's hair salons that
offer special deals for a child's first visit. They have a
special chair, take a photo or even video the visit -- and then
later you take away the photo or video and a lock of hair as a
keepsake. So why not create a scrap book page to celebrate this
event in a ...
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Hobbies
24th February
2009
The sheer aesthetic appeal of a classic, old-fashioned fireplace is absolutely stunning. Unfortunately, these beautiful home installations are often quite expensive and cumbersome, particularly in times of economic hardship. Credit crunches and the current recession are making it difficult to get the perfect fireplace for your home, as you have to worry about the fireplace itself as well as maintenance fees, accessories, and the recurring and consistent costs of fuel. This expense seems ...
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24th February
2009
DATELINE: MARSHFIELD, MA' The Marshfield Polar Express came to life this past Saturday on the Kingston commuter rail as the train made its magical round trip journey to the North Pole. There was plenty of laughter and caroling aboard the Polar Express, as children of all ages and adults were entertained by Santa's elves and Mrs. Claus while drinking hot chocolate and snacking on fresh baked cookies. Upon their arrival at the 'North Pole', each child wrote their Christmas wish on Santa's ...
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24th February
2009
George Nelson was born in 1908 in Hartford, Connecticut, USA and he died in 1986 in New York at the age of seventy eight. George Nelson is seen as one of the factors in Americans modernism along with Charles and Ray Eames. George Nelson is remembered as being the inventor of beautiful and practical things.
George Nelson graduated from Yale University in 1928 where he had been studying architecture. In 1931 George Nelson graduated with a bachelor degree in fine arts. In 1932 George Nelson won ...
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Art and Entertainment
24th February
2009
Who would have thought that your scrapbooking and card making
had a connection to the Maya Indians? Rubber Stamping is
certainly one of the fastest growing hobbies today, and for good
reason. With its inexpensive materials and creative versatility,
rubber stamping provides millions with hours of fun and
creativity. How did it all start?
'Spanish explorers were the first to talk about a "sticky
substance" that bounced, used by South America Indians. Though
it didn't revolutionalize the world at ...
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24th February
2009
This article concentrates on helping performers take the necessary steps towards professionalism and also helps comedians finding their 'zone'. It applies to every kind of comedy; stand-up comedy, theatre and other performance arts where comedy is used.I am a magician myself, but I perform magic mixed with comedy. I have been a professional performer for 15 years, so I have some understanding of what I'm talking about. Comedy is a universal language, everybody respond to it and laughter makes ...
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24th February
2009
If you want your kids to be a part of the process it is very easy to make
your birdhouse very simple. It is quite possible to use four or five pieces of
wood and construct one with very little in the way of tools.
The first thing you need to do when identifying birds is to learn how to
recognise a certain group of birds like warblers, flycatchers, hawks, owls
and wrens. These all share certain similarities. As you get better at this
you will be able to distinguish a certain species from ...
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24th February
2009
Tribal tattoos have been the choice of more and more people these days. This form of body art has been there since the ancient times and it carries different meanings and symbolisms. Nearly 50% of the people who get a tattoo prefer tribal designs. So how did it come to be and where did it originate? For people back then, tribal tattoos were a form of marking to signify different things. Archaeologists have found tribal tattoos on various ancient countries like Egypt, Greece, Rome, and in ...
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Art and Entertainment
24th February
2009
Many families entertain the idea of getting a pet at one time or another.
Sometimes it is the children that insist that their lives will not be complete
without a friendly pet to have fun with. Then there is the posture of a
bird. Believe it or not, birds perch differently. For example, a Flycatcher
perches vertically (straight up and down) when on a branch while a Vireo
perches horizontally (almost lying down) when on the same branch.
Here is a feature that is often overlooked: ...
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24th February
2009
Attempts to control Gambling is not a new invention and is know
to exist since the early ages of developing civilization and
culture. And just as civilization developed, so did the split of
society in different classes. Law's controlling gambling had
very close ties to the society structure and people's belonging
to the certain classes.
Rome's Emperors are known to play "dice" and did it fairly
often, especially August and Claudius. But regular citizen of
the Rome were allowed to play only ...
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24th February
2009
"Variety is the Spice of Life." This is one of my favorite
quotes, and how true it is. Is life not much better when it is
filled with a "variety" of the things we like? Of course it is.
It is inevitable that some things in your life will go wrong, so
it is nice to have other things that you still enjoy to fall
back on. Like investing, they always say, "Do not put all of
your eggs in one basket." The same goes for our personal lives.
The way to be happy is to fill our lives with a "variety" ...
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24th February
2009
Spanish is the language of 400 million people approximately! It may not have the universal appeal that English language has, but you cannot underestimate Spanish language at all. It is the second or third most-spoken language of the world! Spanish is an Indo-European language originated in Spain and eventually became the main language of the Kingdom of Castile. Spanish spread into America, Asia Pacific and Africa between the 15th and 19th centuries with the expansion of the Spanish empire to ...
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24th February
2009
The moment someone sneezes, an array of greetings is thrown at them from the people around. Have you ever wondered why you or others do that? This article will try and cover the historical origins and reasons for this behavior.
Here are some of the more popular reasons that I have collected from different sources:
1) Some say that the reason is to safeguard the sneezer's soul from allowing evil spirits a chance to take advantage of the soul leaving at that exact moment and entering instead. It ...
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24th February
2009
Do you want to give gifts to your friends or family for
birthdays, Christmas or some other holiday, but you just don't
know what to get them?
Just take a decorative basket and you can create a gift basket
filled with great items that either your friends or family will
love.
The items basically you will need to create a gift basket will
include:
**A decorative basket;
**Shrink wrap;
**Any color tissue paper;
**Different assortment of shredded paper. You can use your
shredded paper if you have a ...
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24th February
2009
When you move in to a new apartment, the landlord may charge you
more than the first month's rent. Before you sign the lease,
make sure you understand exactly what you're going to be
charged, and get it in writing.
Security Deposit: This is mini-landlord insurance. The deposit
is equivalent to about one to two month's rent and can cover
anything from a broken window to stained carpet. At the end of
your lease, the landlord will conduct an inspection and see
whether or not he or she needs to use ...
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24th February
2009
If you have ever held a child's birthday party at home, or been to someone who has, you know that it is much easier if you spend a little time planning party ideas ahead of time. A room filled with sugared up kids hyped on cake and excitement need fun activities to keep the party moving.When making your game plans, make sure that you stick to your party's theme. There is always the traditional 'Pin the Tail on the Donkey', but if you have another theme party, incorporate that. Play 'Pin the ...
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24th February
2009
When you move in to a new apartment, the landlord may charge you
more than the first month's rent. Before you sign the lease,
make sure you understand exactly what you're going to be
charged, and get it in writing.
Security Deposit: This is mini-landlord insurance. The deposit
is equivalent to about one to two month's rent and can cover
anything from a broken window to stained carpet. At the end of
your lease, the landlord will conduct an inspection and see
whether or not he or she needs to use ...
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24th February
2009
By Jakob Jelling http://www.snapjunky.com
With such a fantastic device as the digital camera for the
recreation of magic in arts, a lot of care needs to be taken so
as to maintain the perfection of the end product. This
perfection is not only obtained by the artistic feeling of the
photographer but also with the intricate knowledge of every
minute aspect of the medium of creation of art (in this case the
digital camera). And these minute aspects play a vast role in
defining the ultimate ...
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24th February
2009
Wall art can add character to any room in a house, room, or office. Wall art can be traditional, such as sculptures, emblems, paintings, pictures, or mosaics. They can also be contemporary such as an artful display of lights projected to a wall. There are also other wall decors that are totally spectacular. For example, in a hotel in Las Vegas, the wall behind the front counter is virtually an aquarium with all colorful fishes swimming around.
Some of the best wall arts are three dimensional. ...
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Art and Entertainment
24th February
2009
ears ago you can only enjoy satellite TV if you subscribe on Satellite TV providers and have a dish installed or mounted outdoors without obstruction from southern view to get good transmission from the satellite. You will even secure a landlord permit for the installation if you don't own the place. But now, due to 7yrs of dedicated research and development, free satellite TV for PC is possible without the installation of the dish or paying for monthly subscription to satellite TV providers. ...
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24th February
2009
The photo canvas printing industry has boomed in the past years. Leisure pursuit photographers send their treasured picture of a baby, pet, or family member to an online canvas print company to have it put on canvas, and turned into a work of art worthy of hanging on the living room wall that will last for generations. The way it works is this: Upload your photo to a website that specializes in canvas prints. They will do any alterations or modifications to the photo that are needed, and turn ...
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24th February
2009
The year is 1991. She has moved from a small town to a large
city where she awaits a double lung transplant due to Cystic
Fibrosis. The young girl is 12 years old but her spirits are
high. To state the obvious, she's scared. But she knows her
choices are limited and this is what she needs to do.
Besides being scared for obvious medical reasons, she's scared
of being in a new city. She comes from a small town where
everyone knows everyone and one usually bumps into about six or
seven friends at ...
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24th February
2009
Photos on canvas are one of the techniques to get the picture as a more effective, colorful and potentially dimensional area. Usually, family photographs, portraits are preferred for a canvas photo. Here also we can get abstract photos onto canvas. In this technique the customers need to specify the size of the canvas we need and also need to choose the edge of photo we wish to get it. Like crop tool we can crop the image into many various sizes as per wishes. ...
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24th February
2009
Happiness is the culmination of small amounts of success. You
will inevitably not be successful at everything you try to do.
Also, if you measure your success by extreme standards, such as
accomplishing some great and important task then you will likely
often be too hard on yourself and feel like a failure, despite
all of your other small successes. It is better to focus on the
small successes and make them happen as often as you can.
Mastering a new hobby can be a small success that you ...
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24th February
2009
There are many ways to define giftedness, though gifted children have one common factor: they can show extraordinary performance in many ways. As parents, we should understand that a child is gifted in his own way. They can be exceptional in different areas such as music and arts. Every child has their own skills and talents, though it needs to be nurtured starting at toddler. Many parents provide educational toys to enhance their child's skills. Parents can tell if their child is gifted by ...
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23rd February
2009
Going to the cinema and enjoying an evening film is an excellent option to learn and practice Spanish in Mexico. You will discover colloquial expressions, contextualized grammar and typical jargon. Watching movies is also advisable before you travel abroad to learn Spanish in Mexico. Cinema industry in Mexico has undergone different periods from boom to stagnation, with a great number of producers that came up with very diverse films. As you learn Spanish in Mexico you can enjoy low-budget ...
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23rd February
2009
To make the picture or image to be more effective, colorful and attractive we let the photos on canvas. This technique makes the art gallery, children paint, portrait and any photos to the digital photography. Here, if the photo was cracked or any damage occurs, the photos on canvas make a photo to look like a natural and new one. This technique is one of the treasures for the photographer to make their customer satisfaction. There is also a canvas for modern wall art. This concept provides the ...
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Art and Entertainment
23rd February
2009
Klabal is one name that shines in the world of art. Miroslav Klab