Saw Pan

Books are an important part of helping children learn to read. Of course there are some books that work better than others when it comes to the process of learning to read. Age plays a role in deciding which books will work best. I am an avid reader and believe that helping children learn to…

Writing for Associated Content, (AC) has come to be the perfect part-time job for me. I had never heard of Associated Content before until reading about it in First Magazine. There, I learned that a woman from Massachusetts makes anywhere between $1,000 and $1,300 a month from new and existing articles she’s written. I was…

Once upon a time, not so long ago the world of music consisted of Pop Icons. A cavalcade of artists who were colorful trend setters, larger than life, ruled the land. Slowly the cell phone, text messaging and virtual reality was evolving, just as rapidly, creativity was dissolving. It was inevitable that music would follow…

Lymphedema: Lymphedema can occur when lymph vessels are not able to properly drain lymph fluid from the limbs of the body. Primary Lymphedema, a rare, inherited condition caused by developmental problems of the lymph vessels, usually affects the legs more so than the arms. Lymphedema can be aggrevated by pregnacy, obesity, warm weather, menstraul periods,…

Do you remember the Christmas of your childhood? If they were like mine, then they weren’t anything extravagant. My family didn’t have a lot of money, but we did have a lot of creativity. One thing I hear and see people say is that they want their children to have more than they did, but…

When I grew up certain members of my father’s family came to our house for Thanksgiving. This entailed lots of extra cleaning and cooking before their arrival. At first I was enlisted to dust the bottoms of the chairs and other low down areas that were hard for my mother to reach. I remember lots…

Unfortunately, there are always families in need during the holiday season. There is no better way to share the holiday spirit than making a Christmas donation. If you have the means to donate Christmas toys or donate Christmas gifts to those in need, you should try to make it part of your Christmas tradition. Not…

Millicent Barnes: “The Bus to Cortland? Ticket Agent: “What about it? Millicent Barnes: “It was due a half an hour ago.” Ticket Agent: “Yup, half hour ago.” Millicent Barnes: “When will it be in? Ticket Agent: “Hard to say…rainin’ hard…roads slick…maybe a bridge or two out…that’ll play hard with the schedule.” Millicent Barnes: “When do…

Assisted living centers for seniors have been created and developed to specifically cater to the unique needs of aging individuals. It is important to find out the background and current programs offered to determine if a particular center provides services and activities that are right for your relative and will truly lead to long term…

No musical era produced more memorable Christmas-season classics than the post-war years and these songs wait to be re-discovered each winter. The idealistic lyrics, upbeat arrangements, and familiar vocalists, uniquely suited the holidays. Holiday songs are an essential part of the season’s magic. It’s impossible to imagine the Christmas holidays without Rudolph the Red Nosed…

Lewis J. Selznick, one of the pioneers of studio film production and the father of Oscar-winning Gone with the Wind (1939) producer David O. Selznick, was born Lewis Zeleznik in Kiev, Ukraine in the Russian Empire, into a poor Jewish family of eighteen souls. Selznick migrated to London at the age of twelve, and then…

If you are visiting Syracuse, New York, but don’t have a lot of money, you’ll find more than enough to keep you busy without paying a cent. Erie Canal Park Located in the town of Camillus, just minutes from Syracuse, the Erie Canal Park offers several miles of walking trails located alongside the re-hydrated bed…

Being pregnant is an exciting time, and who would imagine that there is anything but joy and happiness about the baby on the way. Then reality sets in with morning sickness, absolute exhaustion and hideous heartburn. I was not a happy, glowing picture of impending motherhood. I was the evil banshee to predict the death…

If you are thinking of getting a dog from a breeder, there are certain questions it is vital to ask. These questions focus on purchasing a purebred dog who will be a companion animal for your family. Purchasing a puppy for breeding or show purposes is a whole different ball game, and will not be…

A mini refrigerator, or compact refrigerator is a great addition for the office that’s a long way away from the kitchen. Mini refrigerators are also a good match for the family room or den located in the home because they can store several canned drinks and snacks for anyone who wants to settle in for…

The fictional headline of this story is designed to demonstrate a growing internet blight- Google Trends keyword-stuffed, meaning-deprived content created to drive internet traffic to worthless websites cobbled together by unscrupulous page view panderers. Did you ever do a Google search that brought up results bursting with keyword- stuffed, nonsensical drivel? A danger with any…

When it comes to doing crafts with preschoolers, my motto is, “the simpler, the better.” Young children can get frustrated easily when doing crafts, since their fine motor skills are still developing. Actions like cutting with scissors can seem like a monumental task. These two Halloween craft ideas are simple and require basic skills that…

Adam Lambert’s as yet untitled first album is a little over a month away from dropping, but the American Idol runner-up certainly has garnered enough media attention since coming in second on the No. 1 rated show in the United States. It is a virtual Adam Lambert media parade — photos of him shopping, his…

When America was attacked by foreign terrorists on September 11, 2001, it shook America to our core. Who would do this? Why would they do this? And then reality hit amidst the pain and suffering and death; we are not liked? America is hated by others? Why, why, why?? Then came the fear and the…

This New Year you are going to resolve to be more organized. That’s a great New Year’s resolution, but you need to think it through. What are you going to organize? Your desk? Your garage? Your whole house? You need to decide what you are going to organize before you develop your plan of attack….

Stick with NYSE and Nasdaq stocks priced $5.00+ – Listing requirements vary, but NYSE and the Nasdaq have the highest – better protection against misrepresentation or fraud. Foreign stocks can also be listed on NYSE or the Nasdaq, provided they meet the listing/reporting requirements, in the form of ADR (American Depositary Receipts) or ADS (American…

When kids come home from school they are usually starving. I know mine always ask me what there is to eat! If you feel the way I do, you would like for your kids to eat something besides junk food. With a little planning and you can have a stockpile of healthy alternatives that will…

The Brooklyn Dodgers had scheduled three exhibition games against the Atlanta Crackers to be played in early April, 1949, in Atlanta. The Ku Klux Klan was not pleased, not because tie presence of two Dodgers’, Jackie Robinson and Roy Campanella, virtually ensured that the Crackers would have a difficult time winning, but because Robinson and…

Jealousy may seem harmless if it is kept in check. It can get out of hand far too easily though. Jealousy has cause the breakup of many relationships through the years. That is because of the many negative effects that it has on relationships. Jealousy is usually the result of insecurities felt by the person…

When we are working at school, work or home, we may be faced with any number of challenges. In conquering these challenges one of the least-used methodologies but one of the most effective is “patterns.” What do I mean by “patterns?” Are patterns in this context different than in other contexts? Actually the answer is…

Choosing the right boarding stable for your horse is very important. Boarding stables are just like any other type of business. You have good ones and you unfortunately have some bad ones. You really want your horse to live in one that is good. Before you decide on any one boarding stable it is greatly…

There are a variety of methodologies for a strategic management process, and each decade brings new buzzwords and philosophies to a variety of industries. Strategic planning involves evaluating where we are, who we are, and where we want to be. More than anything, strategic management involves organizational honesty. Nothing sinks a business quicker than people…

The term alternative was introduced in the 80s by independent record labels, which produced subversive music anchored by explosive guitar riffs, fast-tempo drums and melancholic verses, mostly performed by The Cure, Echo & The Bunnymen, Smashing Pumpkins, REM and New Order. The phenomenal evolution of alternative rock in the 90s reflected the need of the…

College textbooks can be expensive. Each semester, I would hear my fellow students complain about the high prices of textbooks and how much money they spent on them, sometimes as much as multiple hundreds of dollars. I also had to buy a bunch of textbooks for my classes. But instead of having to spend all…

Fluorescent lighting has been the primary type used in businesses, schools and other buildings for decades (plus now in many homes). Can there be a connection between this “cool lighting” and cataract development since their use became so prevalent? Cataracts occur when the eye’s lens, normally clear, becomes opaque and thickened, impeding entry of light….

How We Got Started Three and a half years ago, one of our five kitties (technically one more than the law allows) decided to try and kill another of ours. Rigby was-is-a big Maine Coon mix with not visible muscle but rather incredible strength. Thumbellina, or Belle, for short, was his target. Rigby ate Hill’s…

Arthritis can be debilitating physically and the pain can keep you from exercising and movement. The conundrum is that if you don’t move, even though it may hurt, it will only hurt worse in the long run. People suffering from the pain and stiffness of arthritis all have one thing in common – a favorite…

J. Wellington Wimpy, as many will recall from the Popeye cartoons, is a lazy and gluttonous shyster. He is most famous perhaps for his attempts to con food without paying stating, with a straight face, “I’ll gladly pay your Tuesday for a hamburger today.” Of course he has no intention of ever paying. Instead he…

I received an iPod Nano from my husband for Christmas last year when my faithful Mini iPod finally lost the ability to hold a battery charge. Once I got over its almost delicate appearance, I must say there is almost nothing about this little pink Nano that I don’t love. This article will provide you…

At the end of last season, Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith described the Bears status as being “close.” In a sense, I guess one can say that he was somewhat correct in his assessment. After all, had the Chicago Bears won their last game on the road against the Houston Texans, they would have…

My father is a former chief investigator. During his service, he investigated and solved numerous criminal cases. He was also a law expert, specialized in training young officers with basic knowledge of enforcement procedures. It is always worthwhile to listen to my father, recounting the numerous crimes he investigated. One of his most enthralling stories…

Starting your own e-zine or newsletter is a way to show off your expertise in an particular area and to get advertising for your services or products. The best way to do this is with a set it and forget it sequential autoresponder. You create a series of messages that your subscribers receive one after…

Dogs, like their human companions, can suffer from a variety of eye diseases and conditions. These conditions can be congenital-meaning they are present from birth, or they can be due to old age, as well as viral, bacterial and fungal infections. Understanding some of the common canine eye diseases is important for owners of dogs…

Tucked away in the hills of southeastern Ohio, Vinton County’s beautiful landscape beckons visitors from all around. From century old covered bridges and quilt barns to ghost towns and quaint diners, there is plenty to see and do. There are many cabins available in Vinton County to get away from the hustle and bustle of…

Tweet’s Sudden Death Remember Geoffrey, the Toys ‘R Us giraffe? Actually, in real life, the giraffe’s name was Tweet, and he died recently in a Boston zoo. Tweet the giraffe passed away quite suddenly on Friday, September 11th, during his regular feeding by his own animal trainer at Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo. Film crews had…

It seems that there’s always something driving up gasoline prices, whether it’s the summer travel season or a war in the Middle East. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina (2005), for example, gas prices jumped $1.35 per gallon almost overnight. Gas prices are rising so frequently that entire websites are devoted to tracking gasoline prices…

Haley was lying awake in her bed knowing that he was coming soon as he always did on nights like this; straining to hear footsteps above the constant tapping on the glass as sheets of rain blew against the windowpane. The room, covered in darkness mostly, being lit up now and then by the strikes…

Can you really make money working from home on line? The answer is yes. In today’s world the Internet can be a useful tool for someone who wants to work from home. There are many jobs available at your fingertips. Writing is a great way to produce more income. There are several on line writing…

When she arrived back, she felt like giving her parents a ring to see how things were and to tell them about Demetri and the wedding. They would certainly take it as a shock and think she was marrying on the rebound against Jake. Thinking of this, made her realise that she didn’t after all…

Think about the beginning of time. God wanted animals in his kingdom from the beginning of time, so why wouldn’t God want them in heaven with him, and all of God’s people. Don Piper was a preacher, who was in a terrible automobile accident. He wrote a book,’90 Minutes In heaven’. According to the story,…

This year, do something completely different with your Halloween decorating. Learn how to make a Voodoo doll, and add several of them to your Halloween decorating. Most people opt to decorate with ghosts, skeletons, vampires, witches, or other traditional Halloween decorations. This year, try something completely different and unique by learning how to make a…

Food allergies are gaining a lot of attention. Food labels are required to identify the most common ingredients to cause allergic reactions. When someone has a reaction to a food they eat, they may believe they have food allergies. Many times, this is not an allergic reaction but a food intolerance. Food Allergies Versus Food…

Do you enjoy anchovies in your Greek salad? If so, you’ll want to be aware of a potential health risk associated with indulging in these salty, little fish. A new study shows that eating anchovies from certain parts of the Mediterranean could put you at higher risk of developing a parasitic infection. Eating Anchovies and…

My family is among those who have suffered vaccine injuries, so we are against all vaccines, but whether you believe in vaccines or not, there is something inherently dangerous about flu vaccines that every one should consider. The dangers of the swine flu vaccine may well exceed the the dangers of the virus itself, and…

Michael Jackson’s This Is It is set to open up in theaters nationwide in a little over a week, and already, many believe that it will change the motion picture industry forever. Some are even going as far as to say that it could be one of the, if not the, biggest opening films of…

When asked how she liked volunteering as a summer camp counselor-in-training, a sixteen-year-old girl exclaimed, “The sixth-graders are the WORST! They’re too old to be in this camp, but too immature for their parents to trust them home alone all day.” It’s pretty funny hearing a teenager vent about 12-year-olds, but she’s probably right. The…

Would you like to earn money shopping? Many people work part time as mystery shoppers. Mystery shoppers earn money for shopping, going to movies and eating at restaurants. They can earn money for going to many stores, banks, theaters, restaurants and businesses that they go to in their area. Mystery shoppers pose as customers and…

Universal Studios theme park is home to several restaurants and eateries, but many of them boast higher-than-average menu prices. You can eat a great meal at a fraction of the price at restaurants and cafes located a short drive from the theme park and area hotels. If you’re staying at a hotel near Universal Studios,…

Carrabba’s Italian Grill is a national chain that feels like upscale casual dining, but with accessibility reflected in the prices. Carrabba’a offers this refined, yet casual Italian restaurant atmosphere in more than 30 of the 50 United States. The topic of today’s review will be the Tucson location, which is nestled within the Oracle Place…

An alternative-fuel vehicle runs on non-traditional fuel, which does not include petroleum fuels such as petrol or diesel. These days due to a variety of factors such as high taxes on fuel, environmental laws, and restrictions on greenhouse gas emissions, alternate fuel vehicles have become a high priority for governments and car manufacturers. For consumers…

Although they are not officially your stepchildren yet, you’ve already claimed them. And as you plan your wedding day, including your stepchildren in this important, life-changing moment is at the forefront of your mind. It never occurred to you that they would be anything less than enthused about your wedding. But what if they show…

Major-General Charles George Gordon was a true hero, whether this was good or not is another matter.He was born, 28th January 1833, in Woolwich, London to a military family, his father was MajorGeneral Henry Gordon. He went to school in Somerset and then attended the Royal Woolwich MilitaryAcademy, graduating with a commission as 2nd Lieutenant…

Taylor Swift is the 19 year old singer with the best selling album Fearless. Teenage girls love the blond wavy haired beauty who recently won Album of the Year at The Academy of Country Music Awards. If your daughter, granddaughter or niece is a fan, she will love these six Taylor Swift Christmas gift ideas…

Alabama showed everyone they should be number one with a dominating 32-13 win over the defending champion Florida Gators. The Texas Longhorns nipped Nebraska 13-12. The Cincinnati Bearcats edged out Pittsburgh 45-44. California, USC and Houston dropped out of my rankings. The Bowl Games create some great match ups. All the marbles are on the…

Verizon Wireless has released it’s new enV series cell phone, the LG enV Touch. This latest version offers a few new add ons that are quite impressive, like two screens, a 3.2 megapixel camera, and full html capabilities. Since the latest release of the Apple Iphone 3GS, competition is soaring for the best cell phone…

What is the purpose of a spa experience? To be pampered, nurtured, and cared for… ladies, am I in the ballpark? Usually a spa experience is geared towards body treatments… manicures, pedicures, exfoliation treatments, massages, saunas, whirlpools and the like. But I’m talking about a spa experience for men! Let’s flip the script a bit….

Jaycee Lee Dugard, 29, who was kidnapped 18 years ago from outside her South Lake Tahoe home, strolled into a San Francisco Bay Area police station on Wednesday and revealed her identity to law enforcment authorities. According to the Associated Press, Jaycee Lee Dugard walked into the police station with one of her alleged kidnappers…

Being an LSU fan means having a stockpile of LSU gear and memorabilia. You can never have too much, and the more you have the better chance you have to wear your purple and gold pride to support your favorite LSU Tiger team. Luckily for the Tiger fans out there, there are lots of items…

Long ago and far away, middle eastern soldiers developed a way of cooking that is still in use today. Back then they used their swords to hold pieces of meat and veggies while they cooked them over an open fire. Today with swords in short supply we use skewers made of metal or bamboo. If…

In these troubled times, many people are looking for salvation. Due to the innumerable problems and extremely sinful behavior and attitudes of most people in the world today, the Jehovah Witnesses warn that we are living in the last days. (2 Timothy 3: 1-5). So, what must we do to be saved? How can we…

Losing unwanted pounds and keeping them off is difficult. Approximately 95% of the people who diet regain the lost pounds within a year. There is no shortage of advice on how to lose weight. TV and print ads abound, promising phenomenal results in incredibly short periods of time. It’s often hard to know which way…

Many people are searching for healthier alternatives. Slews of Americans have cut back their fast food intake and many are even cutting back their meat intake. I am a longtime vegetarian but there are many foods I have not tried. I decided to purchase Amy’s Country Dinner with Vegetarian Salisbury Steak. It looked so good…

Nick Reardon noticed everything change around him after he heard a loud explosion. He had no idea what is was, and noticed his brother Jake so pale and white. When he peeked through a window, he noticed his neighborhood, that was of a small yet urban design now looked more like a suburb. The twenty…

This section of sample problems and solutions is a part of The Actuary’s Free Study Guide for Exam 5, authored by Mr. Stolyarov. This is Section 29 of the Study Guide. See an index of all sections by following the link in this paragraph. This section of the study guide is intended to provide practice…

Some adults plan their Halloween costumes months in advance of Halloween and spend a ghoulish amount for their entire disguise. Many of those Halloween costumes are expensive and can scare your eyeballs out of their sockets! But if you are more of a girly-girl , want something that is slightly sexy and can be put…

Whether you’re pressed for time, have a limited supply of hot water, or just want to make the most of your time while you’re in the shower, you can multitask while taking a shower. Multitasking while in the shower helps conserve water and saves you time to do other things. Sometimes you may want a…

While many teenagers are academically and emotionally prepared when it comes time to leave for college, many more are not. Many public school systems do not provide sufficient preparation for college and many parents fail to realize this. A certain combination of maturation and motivation is necessary for an 18-year-old to succeed during his first…

The Emergency room is a very busy place especially when there’s a lot of patients and lots of serious cases. However, it is still important to show proper etiquette while in the emergency room. This doesn’t apply to the patients alone but the visitors and the hospital staff as well. There are certain exceptions as…

About a year ago we finished our basement and in it we installed Bruce laminate floors. I wanted the look of wood, but to install real wood in the basement would not have been practical. To begin with we would’ve had to install a subfloor which would’ve taken away floor to ceiling height which is…

Adding houseplants to a bathroom is a great idea. Bathroom conditions are ideal for some plants. Certain plants tend to do well in the fluctuating temperatures of a bathroom. Adding houseplants to your bathroom gives the room more of a homey atmosphere. Try adding some tropical or flowered wallpaper, border, shower curtains etc. to go…

New TX law pays exonerees big time A new Texas law will make millionaires of former prisoners who have been exonerated by DNA evidence. By the new law, $80,000 will be paid to the wrongly accused individuals for every year they were imprisoned. This makes a millionaire of Thomas McGowan, a man kept behind bars…

Guys have it easy when it comes to a bad haircut. If they are trying to hide a bad haircut they can hide it under a hat. What about a woman, though? How can a woman hide a bad haircut and still look fashionable? Here are some tips to disguise a bad haircut and still…

Getting married? Set the date? Got your gown? If you’re the female in the upcoming union and “yes” was your response to all three questions, you are now ready for the following three pieces of advice regarding your wedding day necklace. Piece of advice #1. Have one Choose to have a necklace and wear it…

Rockabilly prom hairstyles are for someone who wants to be unique, desires a retro look and stands out from the rest of the prom goers. A rockabilly prom hairstyle would be a ponytail with a high quaff, pin curls, finger waves, big loose barrel curls, layered styles hair with curls, blunt cut with fringe or…

Want to get fit? Worried about your health? Want to learn more about nutrition? Check out these great online and print magazines about health and wellness, fitness and prevention. Yes, indeed, of dozens and dozens of mazagines, these are the very best Health and Wellness Magazines out there today. My favorite? Body and Soul. I…

Getting to Bangkok took a while. I was up 35 straight hours, flying from Birmingham, Alabama to the capital of Thailand. I was there to visit Ramkhamhaeng University, but I also wanted to see some of the city’s famous Buddhist temples. I got that opportunity and I returned to Birmingham impressed with the city and…

Venturing off to a local Christmas tree farm to choose and cut your perfect Christmas tree is a fun family tradition. There are numerous Christmas tree farms in Monmouth County, New Jersey that offer a large number of beautiful choose and cut Christmas trees. Many Monmouth County Christmas tree farms also sell Christmas ornaments, tree…

Ref bible verses: Acts 3:1-11 & Acts 4:13:17 The church is in an hour of persecution, testing and trials. The assault on the Body of Christ has become evident through governmental decisions and religious organizations. If the church falls into compromise they will miss their destiny and the purpose that they have been ordained for….

Staying the night at the closest Ramada Inn to Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, an anniversary awaited a trip to the Bahamas on The Discovery Sun Cruise Ship. The Discovery Sun is not a main cruise ship. It sends people to the Bahamas for a day to go shopping, but there are affordable packages…

Installing door trim, or door casing, does not require professional level skills. For the cost of supplies and a little effort, this DIY project can give the finishing touch needed and increase your property’s value. To install door trim, you will need a few tools and supplies. The casing materials, stain or paint, power miter…

Kidney function is vital to good health. According to the National Kidney Foundation, about 26 million Americans have chronic kidney disease. Millions more are at risk. For many people who develop kidney disease, kidney function declines slowly and without specific symptoms. But chronic kidney disease can lead to kidney failure. Now, at the Royal London…

A psychic shield is a layer of energy around you meant to protect you from various psychic attacks. This shield is made up of energy that comes from you. Because it comes from the deeper aspects of yourself, it is important for you to learn how to summon this energy so you can utilize it…

Alternative medicine is becoming more and more well known, espeically in these trying times where going to the doctor may prevent you from paying a different bill. The last doctor’s appointment cost me over $100.00. (okay, cost my insurance $100.00)…but you still have to pay for the insurance. is there something better out there, such…

Northern Lights is a bowling lane located between Petoskey and Harbor Springs in Northern Lower Michigan. It is advertised as a great place to spend an evening bowling with friends and family. This bowling alley is nice and very clean. They offer 16 Brunswick style bowling lanes. The entire bowling area is a non-smoking area….

Remember childhood? Depending on ones age, maybe not so much! At 52 I still have a distant memory of being a rug rat. I was awesome, so my Mom tells me, and she should know – she is, after all, the mother of the most awesome creature this side of Heaven. So, did your folks…