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Just because you don’t have a lot of dough to spend and you need SUV levels of space doesn’t mean you have to buy used. There are three surprisingly roomy and inexpensive hatchback options on the market that can serve both as family runabout yet still offer plenty of driver fun. The days of the…

Growing up in Hawaii seems to be a dream come true for most people. Besides, paradise had lots to offer with fresh air, beaches and tropical breezes. Such a vision is hardly any trouble. It wasn’t that I was abused or anything, but I grew up fat in paradise. My troubles began when relatives would…

Anyone that lives within the city limits has already started to see a stronger police, Secret Service and military presence. Even if you don’t see them, they are there. With the final plans put in place last week, transportation was one of the biggest concerns of residents. Anyone working in the downtown are will need…

The NES (short for Nintendo Entertainment System) was a pioneer in the video game industry. Before it’s released, the industry suffered a devastating crash that crippled its foundation. Fortunately, Nintendo saved the day with their first video game system. Video games wouldn’t be what it is today without the influence of the NES. Of course,…

She still couldn’t shake the previous night’s dream. Queen Déorah (together with her newborn son cradled by a nursemaid) spent her days tending to the needs of the widows and the orphaned village children. Her desire was to bring these women and children together. It meant getting her hands dirty-teaching them to farm or glean…

I love playing Scrabble. I can’t imagine any writer not loving a game that revolves around words. That’s why, when I saw a TV commercial for the Scrabble Slam Card Game, I knew I had to buy it. Just like the original Scrabble, the object of this game is to make up words out of…

MIPCOM, in Cannes through October 9, is the global content event for creating, co-producing, buying, selling, financing and distributing entertainment content across all platforms, that provides the key decision-makers in the TV, film, digital and audiovisual content, production and distribution industry with a market conference and networking forum to discover future trends and trade content…

This season, give yourself an advantage in your fantasy football world and grab some sleeper candidates. A sleeper is any player whose value will exceed the position in which he is drafted. For example, if you pick a running back in the twelfth round who ends up posting similar numbers to a player drafted in…

There are two main types of wireless security WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access. WEP is the old standard, and there are still a number of people using WEP. My goal is to expose some of the weaknesses of each, as well as ways to help protect your network. WEP was originally…

When many girls and women go off the birth control pill, they begin to notice a lot of unusual symptoms. In fact, many even may think that they are pregnant. Here are some of the pregnancy symptoms that you may experience when going off the pill, as well as an explanation for why this can…

The Do’s… 1. DO BE PROFESSIONAL Families want to see that you are a professional, mature individual, and not some punk off the street that could possibly be spending time with their kids. For the initial interview with a family, dress conservatively. Wear dress pants or a long skirt, with a nice dress shirt or…

Fall is my favorite season of the year. Mother Nature opens her paint box of colors and spreads beauty and surprise along the highways and byways of the Eastern Shore in Kent County, Maryland. Kent County, Maryland is located 90 minutes from Baltimore and Washington D.C. It is a perfect day getaway and an even…

Dear Becky, As we move on from questions on my spiritual beliefs to ones about my childhood experiences, I’d like to reiterate that only I, as a living, breathing gay person, know my own truth. I don’t expect anyone to completely understand my point of view, unless they share my sexual orientation. I’ve discovered through…

As most NFL fans as well as those who love/hate Rush Limbaugh probably already know, Limbaugh is hoping to become the next owner of the St. Louis Rams. Limbaugh joined with Dave Checketts, owner of the NHL franchise St. Louis Blues, and the group has made an official bid for the Rams. Limbaugh attempting to…

When starting a business a credit card can be vital. Having the card in the company’s name helps to establish the business’ credit and also works as a promotional tool at the same time. It can also become problematic to keep the funds safe, so knowing how to protect an entrepreneurial credit card number’s security…

The savvy budget traveler knows the value of staying in hostels. If you are going to be visiting Denver, Colo. on your next vacation and you need to do so on a budget, let us suggest for you a great Denver hostel and some other ideas for you to visit Denver cheaply. The Melbourne Hotel…

The hanged man is a symbolic card in the tarot that is well known and very popular. When someone refers to himself as the hanged man, it means that he is incapable of moving forward. This tarot card is part of the major arcana, and its meaning is important in understanding the tarot completely. This…

Your vacation is planned and your bags are packed but there is one more thing you need to prepare before you go on vacation. You need to prepare your house for your return home. We just returned home from a week-long trip and I found that doing a few simple things helped reduce my stress…

The Politico ran a piece October 1 reporting that Senate Democrats had rejected a Republican move to compel testimony from the top military commander in Afghanistan, General Stanley McChrystal. Republicans wanted McChrystal to testify before Congress prior to the completion of President Obama’s Afghanistan strategy review, while Democrats want time for the review to be…

If you enjoy beer, there’s only one place to be when the weather gets warm. A beer festival. Beer festivals can be large or small but they all have one thing in common – passionate beer drinkers. Some devotees arrive to try new brews, others come to sample old favorites. A few may even come…

If you are in the market for a new kitchen range, you will want to ensure that it has been outfitted with the latest cooking technologies. The cooking industry has undergone major changes, thus if you haven’t bought a new range within the past 5 years, you will be surprised at the new functions and…

Halloween is the perfect time of year to imitate our wacky politicians under the guise of “just kidding” even though we’re mostly serious. Here’s a list of my picks for the top five political masks to wear this Halloween. Counting down . . . Best Political Masks for Halloween 2009: 5th Place Coming in at…

The Cleveland Clinic is offering free H1N1 flu shots to everyone, regardless of insurance issues, when the vaccine becomes available. The Cleveland Clinic has been administering free flu shots to all of their employees for years and now they are reaching out to the community. Since I am a nurse and considered in the high…

What comes to mind when you think of the perfect food? Milk? The “incredible, edible egg”? What comes to mind when you think of the perfect diet food? Lettuce? Beef? (I hear you, low-carb-ers!) Fish? How about broccoli? Although broccoli might not be your first choice for either flavor or nutrients, come take closer look…

Whether you like cold or hot, there is no better time to travel than during the Winter months. There are places out there for everyone, whether it is a tourist area or off the beaten path. If you are a person who lives in a warmer climate and wants to experience Winter or one who…

In my previous tutorial, “Creating and Managing Cells in Your WordPerfect Program”, dealt with inserting tables in WordPerfect and managing the cells of the table. In this tutorial, we will focus on how to manage the table as a whole. There is a difference in managing the cells and managing the whole table. This tutorial…

The fame area (gua) of feng shui is probably the most misunderstood of them all. It is strange that the gua used to boost reputation can get a “bad rep” by those who confuse its intended purpose. The fame are should be used to build a positive reputation, but not necessarily to make everyone love…

There’s an empty circle of metal folding chairs sitting at the front of the Pathway’s New Age Books and Gifts in Concord Village, south St. Louis. Slowly, a scattered few start coming in around 7 o’clock. They bring a variety of drums. There are a few djembies, a bongo or two, and a couple of…

In the first of my four-part series on “Racial Challenges in the United States” I had a commentator demand the following: “As for Limbaugh’s predictions, please list where people who disagree with Obama’s policies were called racists, except for the right’s vehement opposition to health care reform, which they see as disproportionately benefitting minorities.” (commentators…

Southland was officially canceled by NBC. There had been rumors that Southland would be canceled, but NBC hadn’t ever made an official announcement. Instead NBC decided to string along viewers who were interested in the show, and finally came forward with the notification on Friday that Southland would not be returning. This isn’t a decision…

Southwest Missouri varies in topography from the relatively flat Ozark Plateau giving way to the Ozark Mountains in the south and the beginning of the Great Plains in the west. Jogging, running, hiking and bicycling trails abound due in part to a successful rails-to-trails program. Missouri’s most famous running trail is the Katy Trail made…

Anyone who has ever been to the State Fair of Texas, which is held each fall in Dallas, Texas, has surely had the opportunity to see “Big Tex”. “Big Tex” is the official mascot of the State Fair of Texas and is not likely a mascot that anyone will forget seeing. “Big Tex” is huge…

If you do not want to just read about historical places and events, try living it instead! If you would like to visit for just a day or even plan a vacation for the family, Ligonier, Pennsylvania has a lot to offer in the way of clean family fun and adventure! Fort Ligonier, located in…

**WARNING SPOILERS** Russell gets up first, just after 8:00 a.m., makes himself some tea and goes outside to sit alone. Producers wake up the rest of the house half an hour later. Everyone is expecting the nominations and POV Competition today, but the POV does not happen and they are not told until late in…

On any given day, you can hear waves crashing against the rocks near the Oceanside Pier, located in downtown Oceanside, California. Just a few feet away from the pier, you will find many barber shops, alteration shops, bars, restaurants, and newly developed condos. However, the past 2 months have brought about new and exciting sounds…

After Christmas is a great time for families to go on vacation. The kids are out of school for the week, most college students are out for a whole month, and the parents are probably on vacation for a week or two. One of the struggles that many families have when going on vacation is…

The Internet, cell phones all can be dangerous for our kids. Both have ways for our children to meet and talk to total strangers. The Internet has chat rooms, instant messengers like aim, yahoo, etc. Cell phones have the same things plus other forms of chat. All can cause our teens to get into trouble….

Owning a home entails certain responsibilities that you have to take care of yourself, and your central air conditioner maintenance is one of those responsibilities. I know this may sound frightening, but it’s really easy and should take no more than an hour of your time. You will be doing simple maintenance on your home…

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving the Mojave Cross, a war memorial that consists of a Christian cross in the middle of federal land. The Mojave Cross is another of those church and state separation cases that have proven so contentious. The Mojave Cross was erected on a 4000 foot plateau…

Brandon Bryant and Kayla Radomski were the clear winners of last night’s So You Think You Can Dance Top 6 show. Well-matched in power, grace, and versatility, their performances demonstrated strength and flawless execution. If it were up to me, Brandon and Kayla would be in next week’s final along with Evan Kasprzak and Melissa…

As the Tiger Woods alleged affair and accident scandal continues to gain steam, it now appears that the alleged ‘other woman’, Rachel Uchitel, is so steadfastly denying the affair that she is hiring a lawyer to potentially attack those who claim she did. TMZ reports this afternoon that Rachel Uchitel has retained the services of…

If you drive an upper level vehicle that was manufactured a couple yearsago, it is increasingly unlikely that crooks will be able to lift your pride and joy.Rolling code alarm systems and more advanced vehicle immobilizer systemsmean that vehicle thieves cannot simply learn to hotwire a vehicle from a fewvideos. However, one problem solved does…

If you kept up with the posters at Comic-Con this past week, you might’ve seen the “President Evil” poster depicting a sneering Barack Obama decked in combat gear and bandoleers with his sidekick, er, wife, Michelle Obama, kneeling at his feet. But that’s nothing compared to the most recent Obama phenomenon, the Obama Joker Poster,…

It is not unusual to want to be in a rewarding relationship. For some it is at the top of their list of life’s goals. No wonder one might hang on to what used to be a dynamite relationship. We hold out for it to get back some of the luster. There are times however,…

With the PhotoStudio program, you can add borders and frames to your photos. These are solid color borders and frames, and beveled frames. You can apply borders which will simply place a white border around your photo. The only thing you control is the size of the border. You can add frames to your photos…

According to the Star Tribune, Joan Najbar received a letter back that she sent to her son serving in Iraq with the Minnesota National Guard in 2006. It was marked DECEASED, then returned by the United States Postal Service, even though her son, Sam Eininger, was alive then and is currently living. Joan Najbar unsuccessfully…

Many people have taken a great interest in two seemingly different terms namely, the signifier and the signified. I plan of focusing on two individuals, Saussure and Lacan. Both Saussure and Lacan use the two terms in some very different ways. It is somewhat universally agreed upon that the Signifier is defined as a word…

Much like people, no two gemstones are alike. Although they may possess similar qualities, no two are completely identical. Each unique gemstone has its own personality and energy about it. It is this energy and personality that makes a gemstone so special. For centuries, people from all walks of life have believed in the healing…

When Disney bought out Marvel Comics the jokes started to mount really quickly. Marvel Comics fans started wondering about a Goofy/Wolverine crossover. Other Marvel Comics fans hated the idea because they thought Disney would turn Marvel Comics into a kids’ company. Personally, when I heard the news of Disney acquiring Marvel Comics the first thing…

There have been a lot of arguments over health care. The issue of health care costs was at the center of President Obama’s platform for change. There are those who want no government involvement with respect to health care and some who want it taken over by the government. I am sharing the following firsthand…

If you have the self discipline and focus to study in paradise, medical schools in the Caribbean Islands are a possible alternative to medical schools within the continental U.S. The Benefits of Studying Medicine in the Caribbean It wouldn’t take twisting the arm of most potential med school students to convince them to study in…

If there’s one thing that scares me, somewhat, it’s the thought of my youngest daughter becoming autistic because of something I didn’t protect her against. Therefore my knowing autism symptoms, any signs of autism, even having an autism checklist is a safeguard. What’s the adage: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure….

With only ten week to go until your due date you should sign up for childbirth classes and a tour of the hospital or birthing center. Also at around pregnancy week thirty, you may start to notice that you are short of breath during your normal activities. Your baby is closer to being fully prepared…

This can be one of the smoothest or one of the most difficult times in toddler training. It may be dreaded or terrific. It can be a joyful time or it can be one of the largest battles of wills that may occur between you and your child in the next few months. But whichever…

No matter how clean your house there is always the chance that you will be bothered by insects, otherwise known as bug and every time I see one called a pest. There are plenty of effective chemical based insect treatments, both over the counter and professional, but if you are trying to “go greener” or…

Here are five recipes for no-cook snacks for Cub Scouts. A few of these have been around so long that no one seems to know who created the original recipe, but hungry Cubs don’t care … they just enjoy them because they can make the treats themselves. When you help your little guys whip up…

When most brides plan their weddings they are not focused on how their choices are impacting society. However, the wedding industry has the potential to impact society greatly for the better or for the worse. There are a lot of social issues that are impacted by the choices that brides make when planning their weddings….

How chess can help you in life. The game of chess, like life, is full of decisions. Some decisions are small while others are large, but in the end these decisions affect the outcome of the game, whether it is a game of chess or the game known as life. Living a wiser life and…

People watch pornography every day, but statistics have shown that a large proportion of this population is male. Men watch pornography, call phone sex numbers, and go to strip clubs in much higher percentages than women do. While the effects of pornography on women (men objectifying women, and the degradation of women by the porn…

There are more holes of golf in this world than I’d like to count. But I’d love to play them all. As an avid golfer and spectator to the sport, my knowledge is only limited by the amount of passes my friend on the PGA tour can give me. I have met several of the…

Dennis Basso has truly proved himself as a top designer with this outstanding Spring 2010 Collection. I would say that his transition from furrier to true designer has been accomplished wonderfully. This Collection of evening wear was outstanding and eye catching. It was truly a work of art. Mr Basso chose a a Degas ballerina…

Monologues are, arguably, one of the most important parts to a play, and for any actor to land a role they need to be prepared to make their monologue perfection itself. However, it can sometimes be difficult to be to practice a monologue, or hard to remember it. Here are some tips on staying focused…

If you consider yourself a true wine connoisseur then you know how important it is to be able to find that perfect bottle of wine no matter where you are. And of course, just any old bottle of cheap wine definitely won’t do for the true wine lovers of the world. But if you are…

Ceramic tiles, like all floor surfaces, have several advantages and disadvantages. In this article we are going to be looking at several plusses that come with installing and utilizing ceramic tiles in your home. Benefit #1 – Can Install on Virtually Any Surface Ceramic tile is very versatile. You can install it on almost any…

The federal government is at it again, overstepping it’s legal authority, this time in the small town of Kinston, N.C. The good people of Kinston voted last year to remove party affiliations from the ballot box, meaning voters would only see names when they went to the polls and no longer the (D), (R), or…

Eco-friendly living is a way of life that is starting to take hold of us! Eco or green living does not mean that we have to go without or that we must surrender the way of life we are used to. There are so many ways to be ‘green’ and thousands of sources to help…

Over the last decade there have been thousands of Russian women marrying American, and western European men. The Internet has been one of the major sources behind this idea and is playing a big role in how men and women meet. Meeting your future partner on the internet has become an acceptable way of life…

Our first mission trip was in 1995. The entire family went and that’s how we thought all of the trips would be. However, I traveled for a women’s ministry from 1996-1998, speaking in their conferences. I went without my family. Others took care of my son while I took the trips. Then in 1999, we…

In this day in age there are a variety of modern world views that people follow. The main ones are Christianity, Islam, Secular Humanism, Marxism, Cosmic Humanism, and Post-Modernism. Each world view has a main source that contains all its beliefs and each view has a variety of evidences from theology and ethics to history….

An often overlooked area of the home in terms of Christmas decorations is the staircase. In many cases, the stairs will be draped with a Christmas garland, but there is plenty of room left for adding a fun and personal touch to the Christmas season when a really nice staircase is present in the home….

Well, that Leader Class Jetfire Transformers toy I want to review is still on backorder, so while waiting for that I decided to review another Transformers toy that recently hit retail shelves. In the 2009 film Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Long Haul is seen as both an evil Decepticon foot soldier and as one…

The mandolin’s high tones can make any bluegrass, country, or even rock recording come alive, because there aren’t a whole lot of instruments in that higher space of a song. This is a double-edged sword, though: when the mandolin is out of tune, everybody knows it, and it sounds terrible. For this reason, if your…

Make your laundry room more efficient and attractive with just a few touches. These ideas for improving the functionality of your laundry room will take some of the drudgery out of an everyday chore. An efficient laundry room is the result of planning and organization. Constraints of space and location in the home also play…

A lot of us bemoan the state of the mainstream media. I don’t know much about TV, but I do read a lot. The typical newspaper and news magazine do not merit our consideration. Most local dailies, and magazines such as Time and Newsweek are badly written, badly edited, biased, and focus on things of…

When you go out to lunch with a group of friends do you tend to eat more or less than you do at home? According to a new study, how much you eat may depend upon who you’re dining with and whether your dining companions are predominantly male or female. Researchers at McMaster University observed…

It is a nightmare when your baby cannot seem to sleep or take naps. There will be time when your infant is not able to sleep for various reasons; however, if you follow a routine you will cut down on those instances. Several tips and suggestions seem to be agreed upon by a wide variety…

What part of “wipe Israel off the map” doesn’t MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell understand? It was right after Benjamin Netanyahu’s eloquent speech before the United Nations today that Andrea Mitchell asked guest and former British Labour Prime Minister Tony Blair how the U.S. could get Israel to “stand down” from its opposition to Iran’s development of…

Are you a Blog owner looking to get more visitors to read and view your Blog? If so, then adding your Blog to Bing and the Bing library at bing.com is one easy to do marketing task that could benefit your Blog tremendously. And best of all, to add your Blog to Bing, only takes…

Life on Mars has an intriguing premise as Sam Tyler (John Simm), a Detective Chief Inspector from Manchester, England circa 2006, finds himself in the year 1973 after being hit by a car. He works at the same police station, reduced in rank to Detective Inspector, under the blustery, rule-bending DCI Gene Hunt (Philip Glenister)….

I am not really the type of person who does social commentary, but I have no problem questioning people and their motives, so here we go. I am going to pose a question, try to answer it to myself; feel free to provide an opposing viewpoint or otherwise. Question: Why do people always feel like…

Cholesterol lowering drugs come in many different formulations and your physician can discuss the pros and cons of each medication. Resin drugs are used as a cholesterol lowering medication with positive success in patients. Resins, or bile acid resins, are an essential element in eliminating cholesterol from the body. Bile acid is required to digest…

I have been a borderline diabetic all my life. When I was pregnant with my children, I was told by doctors that I had to follow a special diet to keep my rising sugar under control. Then, nine years ago, it happened. My sugar level rose past the point of border line and I was…

Every Christmas there is always a gift or person that was forgotten from the list and requires a last minute purchase. These last minute purchases can cause some problems for people short on time. A number of stores close early on Christmas Eve and have limited stock on hand for those last minute gifts. Where…

A cartridge faucet is one of the most simple home repairs you can make in the life of your home. Just about anyone can repair a faulty cartridge faucet, regardless of how much plumbng experience or know how they may possess. A cartridge faucet can be used in your kitchen or bath and is a…

It’s Monday and that means it’s time for Mystifying Monday! Mystifying Monday means that it’s time for me to present some of the oddest news stories or happenings that just may mystify you! I know they can mystify me! Drunk . . . Riding? A traditional yearly horse race in Guatemala turned rowdy when alcohol…

If you are on a tight budget and do not have the money to spend on an expensive wedding, then try these tips on how to save money on your wedding expenses. These tips are just some of the many ways you can save money on your wedding. Start off by writing down your guest…

Kale is a member of the cabbage family and there are many health benefits to eating this wonderful vegetable. It looks a lot like collard greens, except for the curly leaves. All varieties of kale are edible and nutritious, but the types of kale that form leafy yellow, red, and purple heads are often used…

Any aspiring gourmet chef who enjoys healthy cooking should invest in a Misto Gourmet Olive Oil Sprayer, eliminating the need for purchasing any prepackaged oil sprays such as Pam. The Misto oil sprayer is refillable and can be filled with any kind of oil you would like to use when you are cooking! Misto Gourmet…

When tropical cyclones hit areas like China or Taiwan, they’re typhoons. When they hit the United States, they’re hurricanes. Not too long ago, we learned about Typhoon Morakot and its devastating effects. Now we’re following another tropical cyclone, one that has turned into a category 4 – Hurricane Bill, the first major hurricane of 2009….

Here are twelve tips to ‘go green’ for Christmas and make your holiday eco-friendly. In our every day life we need to try our best to conserve our environment and the world around us. This need does not diminish during the holidays. At this special time of year its the perfect event to emphasize the…