Putting up outdoor Christmas lights is a whole process: take the boxes out of the garage, untangle the lights, check for burned out bulbs, figure out where your going to hang them, get out the ladder, and risk your life for the sake of decorating. Whew! I’m exhausted just writing the steps down. Let’s not […]

Are you trying to cut back on foods that are high in salt? This is a smart move since most Americans eat a diet that’s far too high in sodium which can increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. Surprisingly, most dietary sodium doesn’t come from shaking the salt shaker, but rather […]

The lats are a group of muscles that are primarily used for three purposes: pulling the upper arm down toward the body when raised, pulling the upper arm out to the side of the body when fully extended, and moving the arms from a raised position into an extended or lowered position. With that in […]

The definition of a capital gain can be defined as making a profit on an asset that was purchased at a lower price than what it was purchased for. Conversely, a capital loss is when that same asset is sold for less than the purchase price. The sales of certain assets are subject to capital […]

Between the azure blue sky and the fertile green earth lie cities of white. Stacks upon stacks of round, white puffs of beauty. At 30,000 feet up, high above the clouds, there is not a crayon in the box or a paint in the tube which can match the blue of the horizon; all white […]

When my husband and I owned our pop up camper trailer, we had a hard time caring for and maintaining the canvas tent portion of our camper. When it would rain while we were out camping, the top had to remain up until it was dry, or else we would be dealing with mold and […]

Brushing teeth is simple. Just squirt on some toothpaste and do it however you want, right? Wrong. Yes, tooth brushing can be easy. But, no you cannot just do it any way you please if you want your teeth to actually come clean. The tips below offer advice on learning and using the proper technique […]

These best weight loss and fat burning workouts are ideal for Baby Boomers. You’re never too old to lose weight and burn fat. Even if you can’t run anymore, your body can still burn fat and lose weight with the right fat burning exercises. For example, baby boomers can put their body into weight loss […]

Snook are wide spread along the West Atlantic Ocean from the shores of the U.S. all the way to South America. YouTube broadcasts footage of some incredibly huge snook. Few things get a saltwater fisherman as fire up as a long black lateral line, especially if it is three feet long or more. Each of […]

If you are having guests over for dinner on Thanksgiving day, you should print out some of these cute Thanksgiving place cards so your guests will know where to sit at your table. Most of these Thanksgiving place cards are ready to print. One site below lets you custom make your Thanksgiving place cards. And […]

Lately, I have been debating which social networking website, Twitter or Facebook, is better for my financial bottom line. I work full time at an office job, write articles for the internet and am also busy with a family which includes a husband and two kids. So there is only a small amount of time […]

This year it seems as if everyone has gone “green”. By now you have probably searched for green stocking stuffers for the men on your Christmas list. Unfortunately, many of the eco-friendly stocking stuffers you have found so far are either too novelty looking or too expensive. Well your search is over; here are eight […]

Tokyo by day is exciting but Tokyo by night is out of this world. A non-stop city with skates on is one way to describe potential nights out in Tokyo. The bright lights and neon signs are almost blinding. The energy of this city can be encapsulated and used to fuel pilot flights to the […]

Personally, I never started doing a budget until I had to start talking to people about doing a budget. Once I committed myself and actually paid attention to my spending, I knew that I should have been doing it all along. I am now a firm believer in doing a budget. One of the most […]

During my pre-teen years, rice cakes got a very bad reputation. They were known for being dry, tasteless, cardboard textured torture devices for those trying to lose weight. The only way to make them even vaguely palatable was to spread them with something, like peanut butter, that somewhat negated their low calorie benefits. I am […]

Bordeaux France is probably the most important wine producing region in the world. Vineyards and wineries in this area are referred to as Chateau. The word Chateau on the bottle of wine is followed by the winery that produced the wine. 1) Chateau Sociando-Mallet Haut Medoc 2005 This wine will only get better over time. […]

What’s your tweener going be for Halloween? They’ve suddenly become too cool to plan anything, so here are some last minute ideas appropriate for your child’s tween years. If you have to throw a costume together in a hurry you’ll have to use what you have on hand, which is also easier on your wallet. […]

X-Men is a popular franchise for films and comic books that will have many recognizable characters this Halloween. From Cyclops and Jean Gray to Mystique and Sabertooth, possibilities are limitless whether you go as a couple, as a group, or as an individual. We’ll start with going as a couple. Cyclops and Jean Gray are […]

With summer drawing to a close and fall upon us it is only a short time until Christmas is upon us. To help you plan some Christmas crafts here is a guide to 10 places to find Christmas craft ideas online. Disney’s Family Fun has dozens of Christmas craft ideas available online. The break them […]

I live in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Not a native, I have spent most of my life moving from one place to another. At this point, I can count 30 places where I have lived long enough to change my mailing address. Can’t count how many places I have lived for shorter periods. For reasons I […]

Water garden designs can add greatly to the atmosphere of your interior–as well as exterior–decorating projects. According to the article “Feng Shui-Water Element” on the “Health Benefits of Water” website, you should use “the water element of Feng Shui theory to create balance, harmony and prosperity in your environment … especially powerful in the wealth […]

Midnight Blastoff: Discovery Successfully Launched 11:59PM Friday night, the Discovery space shuttle was successfully launched. It is destined for the international space station. The midnight launch finally came after a couple structural and weather problems arose, forcing NASA to postpone blastoff. Discovery is set to reach the international space station Sunday night where it will […]

The holiday and Christmas seasons make us want to give. We want to give gifts to our loved ones and friends and we’d like to give to good causes too. Sometimes we can’t do afford to do both. Or we get tired of giving the same meaningless gifts over and over. Shopping at charity gift […]

Since I wrote the article “Funny Male Quotes From The Personal Ads”, it seems only fair that I should give equal time to the females as well. Their ads can be pretty amusing too. So here goes a few….. “I am the kind of person that will try anything at all”. I’m sure she was […]

While I really do like to think that I know everything, as my kids will confirm, including what I think might happen in the future of this or that, I really do not. It is disappointing, but I manage to carry on. So, when it comes to predicting the top 25 girls names for 2009, […]

Located in the quaint university town on the outskirts of Santa Barbara, Isla Vista is home to the Precious Slut. Blending in with the simple, beach structures, this is a low-key, but popular tattoo parlor with many extras. The outside is deceiving, since the inside is very upscale with spotless glass showcases and hardwood floors. […]

As a self-storage manager, I see a great deal of people who are clearly shooting themselves in the foot by renting a storage unit. Now, there are times when the desire to rent a storage unit makes perfect sense and there are other times when the idea is just plain nuts. Rent while moving. Some […]

All in the area know the Sturgeon River as the fastest river located in the lower peninsula of Michigan. With an average drop of fourteen feet every mile, it delivers an exciting raft or canoe trip. The Sturgeon is not a whitewater river, but is full of tricky turns and narrow passages. Logs, low overhanging […]

When I was first confronted with this dilemma, my initial reaction was; Are You Crazy? I had read (but never really met anyone) the horror stories of others whose computer systems had been compromised, pc’s being hacked, secret backdoors being established, internet connections being used as remote spam bots. There was no way I was […]

The birth control pill is known to be very effective when taking according to directions. That said, there are a number of different factors which can negatively impact the overall effectiveness of the birth control pill. One such factor may be stomach viruses. Here’s how, and what to do if you experience a stomach virus […]

Nine months into his first term as President of the United States, Barack Obama has been awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace. Nine months to a president is similar to fifteen minutes a fame given to ordinary folks who manage for a brief time to break through the clutter of the daily ho-hum by doing […]

What’s the best way to lose weight? Undoubtedly, the safest and most effective approach is to eat healthy and exercise; but some people want faster results and resort to unsafe practices such as diet pills and starvation diets. Neither approach works in the long run and both can have serious health consequences. To speed up […]

She still couldn’t shake the previous night’s dream. It’d been over 20 years since she’d seen George. It was the song…Richard Marx was singing on a CD. That must have been what brought him to mind. She’d received a stinging comment from a “friend” and had fought tears as he reached over and squeezed her […]

New Year’s Eve is a great time for families to gather together and reflect on the events of the year. What makes New Year’s Special is the gather does not require everyone to spend money on gifts, as company and being together are the greatest reward. Not surprising family traditions for New Year’s Eve are […]

Shopping with grocery coupons during this recession has become fashionably in.Today, it is not unusual to see women with designer bags pulling out coupons to use on their items at checkout. We have no problem using coupons to save money at our favorite clothing retailer, so why not do the same with your food bill. […]

How do you tell snowboarders from skiers? Snowboarders never wear sunglasses on the slopes. We know goggles are where it’s at. Snowboarders have always appreciated technical gear and snowboard goggles are no exception. We know that goggles are an important piece of protective equipment. If you’ve been looking for some new goggles lately, you know […]

San Diego, California, is a fantastic place to vacation but its expensive. In my opinion it is probably the highest priced city in the state to spend an extended amount of time. But there are a few ways that you can vacation on a budget. Here is a guide with a few tips to help […]

A friend till the end Someone was knocking at the door. Martin was awakened by the banging on his door. Being one of the last one hundred surviving people on the earth, there was only a limited number of people that would be knocking on his door at this time of the night. Martin looked […]

Valentine’s Day is a fun holiday for children, and it provides schools with an opportunity to involve and inspire kids while helping the school raise a little much needed money. Most people are going to spend money on Valentine’s Day, and they should support their local schools at the same time. This article will provide […]

Is milk a fat-burning food? According to researchers at the University of Tennessee, overweight people who consumed three servings a day of calcium-rich dairy lost more belly fat than those who followed the same diet but with less dairy. The theory is that active compounds in dairy products (such as milk proteins) provide an additional […]

Homemade Christmas gifts for teens are fun to create and very versatile. You can tailor homemade gifts for teens by including favorite pets, sports themes, interests and hobbies. Below are three ideas for homemade Christmas gifts for teens: a seashell encrusted picture frame, a photo fame made from an old CD cover, and a trinket […]

Christmas is coming whether we like it or not. The retail industry needs to snap out of their funk and address a serious issue. Customer Service. Walk into any retail store and it is a mixed bag. Some are understaffed and have no time to look up and greet the customer as they walk in […]

Those who are in the market for a unique and sophisticated kitchen range will be excited to learn about the following product. With the latest in cooking technologies and one of the most striking exterior designs, this kitchen rage will boost the appearance and functionality of your kitchen. The GE Profile 5.0 Cu. Ft. Gas […]

Are you thinking about a vacation in the near future? If so, why spend all of that money in Europe or South America? You should go straight to California and have a blast in the Golden State. There is plenty to do and lots of gorgeous hunks and beautiful babes in bikinis on the beaches. […]

When our friends asked if we wanted to join them at RooBar we jumped at the chance having heard great things about this bar/restaurant especially from them! We ate at the Plymouth, Massachusetts location which is at 10 Cordage Park. The phone number is 508-746-4300. RooBar is open Tuesdays through Sundays with the lounge opening […]

This story gives new meaning to the phrase “What would you do for a Klondike Bar (or Phillies World Series tickets)?” Forty-three year-old Susan Finkelstein, an attractive woman with a Phillies fixation, posted this in Sex-and-the-Series on Craigslist: “DESPERATE BLONDE NEEDS WS TIX (Philadelphia) “Diehard Phillies fan – gorgeous tall buxom blonde – in desperate […]

Some of the old Christmas songs are listenable in my opinion. However, White Christmas, Jingle Bells and most of the same old, same old favorites of many have become so trite as to become cliche. I’ve never quite gotten the fascination with snow at Christmas. The people who ignore the sloppy mess that accompanies snowfall […]

It’s a fact that most dogs have bad behavior. Expecting a dog to behave well is like expecting a child to behave well, it’s just not realistic. Dogs in many ways are exactly like young children. Dogs are very emotional, and since they cannot speak to us verbally, they act out their feelings and aggressions […]

Owning a Volkswagen has always been a little different. In fact, owning a Volkswagen was a mark that you were different from others. The trunk of a VW Bug was in the front, and the engine was in the back; contrary to all of the American cars. So, when you decide to work on a […]

According to My Great Home.com, “Well-planned cabinets, drawers and shelves maximize space, save steps and eliminate frustrating searches for necessary kitchen tools and gadgets.” Here are ten kitchen cabinet organization tips that maximize space and save time. Organizing Tip 1: Declutter Why hold onto your great aunt’s ugly mixing bowls or a gift that just […]

Whenever I go shopping with my little one there is a situation that I find irritating. The first thing I hate about shopping with my child is that he has to touch the cart handles. Considering the fact that there are tons of germs on these carts, it doesn’t sit all that well with me. […]

If you are visiting Ohio, there are many local attractions which might appeal. However, it can be a challenge to find tourism venues which are ideal for families. Here are two local attractions in Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio which appeal to all ages and which are easy to access. Cincinnati and Dayton are close enough […]

Uruguay is not on most traveler’s top 10 list or even likely the country they first think of when they think of South America. This tiny nation (about the size of Oklahoma) is nestled between Brazil and Argentina, with a stunning Atlantic coastline of about 400 miles. Most of its residents live along that coast, […]

After watching too many episodes of MTV’s “The Hills” awhile back, I really began to long for some of Lauren’s black eyeliner. So on a day of shopping I went to Sephora, and one of the specialists recommended that I try Shiseido’s The Makeup Accentuating Cream Eyeliner in Black. A small jar of it cost […]

Scenario One Your children come home from trick or treating with garbage bags full of sugary, cavity inducing treats they will never eat in the fifteen years it will take them to reach adulthood. You have gobs of leftover Halloween candy. Solution Put the leftover Halloween candy in the freezer to be eaten gradually throughout […]

It’s that time of year again to take another fun look back at the movies that were released over the Christmas season in the past. I always do from the 1960’s to the mid 80’s and in increments of 5 subtracted from the current year. So this first article will cover the movies released at […]

With October quickly approaching, many cities and towns are planning various fall celebrations, including Oktoberfests. If you’re a lover of fall as well as animals, the Detroit Zoo located in Royal Oak, Michigan is having their 4th annual Oktoberfest from October 6 – 8 this year that is sure to be spectacular. This exciting three-day […]

Many universities around the world are offering students who meet certain academic requirements the opportunity to join their special “honors program.” For some universities this includes the opportunity to live in specially designated honors dormitories, places where academically inclined students could possibly find quieter study environments and make friends with other like-minded pupils. Although these […]

My husband moved to Northern Michigan six years ago and has been so busy working he has had little time to acquaint himself with some of the more interesting sites the area has to offer. Deciding to rectify that situation I took him to see the Mackinac Bridge and then on a visit to Historic […]

You notice that Fido or Ms. Priss just don’t seem to be acting right. Earlier you had noticed them gnawing on some wooden boards or perhaps licking a black substance from their feet when they returned home from their usual jaunt outside. Now they appear lethargic, distressed, and generally unwell. It is possible your furry […]