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I’m sure that the Seattle folk band Fleet Foxes are all about sharing and what-not. I am also sure that they don’t play their music for free. Or at least the record company executives who distribute their records don’t want them parroted without proper accreditation and payment. Whatever your feeling about artistic license and the…

Fall 2010 looks like it’s going to be a must see season of television. I’ve cleaned off my DVR and stockpiled plenty of junk food. I’m not sure what you’re doing this Fall, but I’m getting fat in front of the boobtube. Here are the best TV shows of 2010. I hope you’ll try and…

If you have an oblong face, you probably already know that choosing the right hairstyle can be tricky. Like most people, you are sure to want a hairstyle that is fairly trendy. Unfortunately, there are many hairstyles which can actually draw attention to how long your face is. When choosing a hairstyle for an oblong…

Recap On this episode of “Blue Bloods,” the teaser exploded as obvious gang members threatened a man. They told him that if he talked to the District Attorney again, he’d be dead. One of those members was Pablo Torres, the leader of the gang. Erin Reagan-Boyle (Bridget Moynahan) had been working on a big case…

There are a lot of times I’ve had multiple documents open and realized I needed to change the same thing in each of them. Sometimes it’s been a word or name I spelled incorrectly, while other times it’s something else, such as a link or email address. Regardless, while the default text editor in Ubuntu…

Dockers is a curious brand. Years ago their parent company, Levi’s, started the Slates brand in an attempt to work as a bridge between the rugged look popularized through the Dockers brand and the upscale, metrosexual look popularized in the last decade. That experiment did not work though, but attempts at creating a more luxurious…

Wondering how to share your child with an ex during the holidays? Most likely, you both want him, but have different ideas on how to accomplish this feat. Well, before you get upset and call an attorney to schedule a court date, get creative. Other parents in your shoes work out an amicable arrangement doing…

There is something that is both alluring and kitschy about purchasing a celebrity-endorsed product, and wine is no exception. And while many people are familiar with the wine-tastic exploits of celebrities like Francis Ford Coppola and Sam Neil, many people are surprised to learn about the large number of famous athletes who own and/or operate…

Broadband packages often come with monthly download limits, and exceeding them can mean additional charges or a drop in connection speed. Mobile broadband deals are particularly harsh, with charges resembling fines rather than fees. It’s worryingly easy to go over these limits, especially if you’re accessing mobile broadband from a laptop rather than a smartphone….

Prior to treating constipation yourself it’s important to find out if your constipation is an underlying problem for a more serious health disorder. Acute constipation (constipation that is recent) should be checked by your health care provider. Chronic constipation (long duration) that is known why its happening can be treated with proper medical guidance. Medications:…

Magazine publishers profit from both subscribers and advertisers. Great magazines that maintain subscribers and continuously add new ones are those that consist of at least two-thirds, preferably three-fourths content over advertising. Unless you know a particular magazine publisher has a consistent record for producing content versus ads, call the number in the front before placing…

Movie: Running Brave, Directed By: D.S. Everett, 1983, Produced By: Produced by Ira Englander, Written by Henry Bean, Starring: Robby Benson, Graham Greene, Claudia Cron and Pat Hingle Running Brave portrays the story of Billy Mills, a Native American Olympic gold medallist who overcomes the impoverished conditions he grew up in, the stigma that there…

My husband and I recently completed a total kitchen makeover, one which was long overdue. This meant that we basically gutted our kitchen space and started from scratch. Even though we hired a professional kitchen contractor, one with a solid reputation, we had no idea what we were about to face. We didn’t foresee the…

At least six times a year, I travel to Kuala Lumpur (KL), Malaysia to do some shopping. Just like Bangkok, the city I live in, Kuala Lumpur has some of the cheapest shopping in Asia, and for cheap clothing it’s a fashionista’s dream. If, like me, you love to shop for cheap clothes, the next…

As I watched the 2010 American Music Awards on November, 21, there were points at which I felt like a kid on a long road trip. I constantly asked myself, “Are we there yet?” The show had more live performances than award presented, filled with a lot of blinding, seizure-inducing light shows. Without a host,…

OPI’s Holiday 2010 collection introduces unconventional holiday colors to its gallery of nail polish colors. Why unconventional? OPI’s Holiday 2010 collection is the “Burlesque” collection. Think glittery bright colors and glittering metallic colors. You might be thinking, “Is this an OPI Alice in Wonderland collection redux?” The answer? No! These colors are completely different. The…

As a result of a lap dance at West Palm Beach strip club Cheetah Club, a man has ended up considerably wealthier, but also with double vision. While most people leave strip joints considerably poorer, but in pleasure, Michael Ireland left the Cheetah Club in 2008 with great wealth potential, but also with a punctured…

Family vacation. What does that pair of words mean to you? Do you feel fear? Do you have warm fuzzy feelings flow over you? For some people, the idea of a family vacation is only a little bit better than being exposed to millions of irritating mosquitoes while others find that the words “family vacation”…

San Diego, California is home to plenty of malls but how do you know which one to go to? Do you want to go to a mall that everything you’re looking for when it comes down to shopping? Well, you might just find it in one of these malls! Here are my reviews on the…

If you want to do push-ups you have to be able to lift most of your body’s weight. That’s a lot for most women, or if you’ve never worked out before. But don’t worry, there is an alternatives to floor push-ups that you can do to tone or build your chest muscles until you get…

Roswell Rods are a hybrid cryptid/UFO mystery that seems to have arisen in the 1990’s, though some claim that the phenomenon dates back much farther. Despite the name, the Roswell Rods have nothing to do with Roswell, New Mexico’s real or imagined mysteries. They are named such because they were first filmed just outside of…

Parenthood has taught me many things, but sometimes lessons can be quite embarrassing. My oldest daughter had just started kindergarten when they were given an assignment that I’m sure many of us did during our first school years. The teacher asked them to draw a picture on a paper plate that would then be collected…

Are you looking for a costume to help you celebrate the upcoming Halloween festivities? If so, why not shop one of these four best online Halloween costume stores? These stores aim to please, and you’ll surely be pleased to find what you need at these online stores. Here are four of the best online Halloween…

Breaking up with a nice guy? Show him the same respect he’s always given you by following seven key steps. They are ones that will make your decision less hurtful to him and preserve your reputation of being a sweet (fair) girl. Step 1: Be serious. Do you really want to part ways or just…

You just received your new Android phone and now it is time to load it up with some great games. Below you will find you a list of the top five paid games for the Android. I have compiled this list from the actual Android website so please feel free to click on the link…

Hands down my favorite group of all-time is The Beatles. For me they were the most original, most talented four piece band ever to grace a musical stage or record player. My admiration goes beyond mere words. As with much of my generation they represented our childhood, our growing up and awareness of the world…

Halo: Reach will launch in several weeks which gives you just enough time to prepare yourself for an epic day/week/month/year of Halo: Reach gaming. Following are five steps you absolutely must take to prepare yourself for Halo: Reach’s release. Preorder the frickin’ game If you haven’t pre-ordered Halo: Reach, shame on you. There are already…

Most people don’t think of migraines as a disease. No, they think of them as merely a bad headache, brought on by stress, lifestyle habits, or perhaps even hypochondria. In reality, migraines are a true neurological disease. In fact, the World Health Organization has determined that a severe migraine can be as disabling as quadriplegia….

Present day Buffalo,NY a blizzard hits a cabin where 8 young adults live in a cabin for a short winter vacation. They slowly succumb to the cold and their passions in a 24 hour period. The 4 couples that are now trapped in a snow storm are Hijo Suen x Élan Moriwitz, Thomas Howell x…

President George W. Bush signed FACTA, the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act, into law in December 2004. FACTA has remained in the headlines over the past six years. For every point of protection to consumers provided in FACTA there has also been a point of contention from definitions of words, to whether the federal…

There is one enduring mystery of Ancient Egypt that comes to us, not from Giza, but from the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank in Luxor. It is a mystery that is entangled with the story of Tutankhamen, the mysterious King Smenkhkare and the Heretic King-Akhenaten. This mystery is that of KV55; otherwise…

HOW TO CREATE A RESUME In today’s questionable, if not volatile, employment environment the potential new employee needs every edge he or she can get. Establishing that edge starts with the very first view of who you are. Your resume will be the very first piece of information your potential new employer will have that…

Though there are medications for diarrhea available only by prescription, most cases of diarrhea can be treated successfully with over-the-counter products. But as with any medication, you always have to be aware of possible drug interactions. There are two broad types of over-the-counter antidiarrheal medications: those that have loperamide as their primary ingredient, and those…

While the Eastern Conference has seen a major shift of power with LeBron James and Chris Bosh joining the Miami Heat and the Carlos Boozer joining the Chicago Bulls, the Western Conference looks largely the same near the top. The biggest changes in the West have largely been defections: Amare Stoudemire leaving Phoenix to join…

Like every parent today, I used to go through the deliberation process of figuring out how I was going to get the latest Nintendo game or that new Power Ranger or the limited edition Cabbage Patch Kid. Every parent wants to insure that their kids wake up on Christmas morning and exhibit the glow of…

A few weeks ago, I reported on a program run by Pepsi called “Refresh Everything” (check it out here). The program is one whereby any individual has an opportunity to present an idea that’s geared towards making the world a better place in any of several categories. The ideas are voted on by the public…

Do you know someone who loves to scrapbook? If so, then you know they probably have a lot of different things already and they still want more. A true scrapbooking lover can never have too much stuff. Our minds are creative and they often think of new things when they are looking at all the…

Bob Etheridge should be facing a tough re-election in his central North Carolina, Republican-leaning 2nd U.S House District. But in all likelihood he will cruise to an easy victory against Sarah Palin-backed Republican Renee Ellmers this November. Candidates for North Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District (two-year term) (This district includes Chatham, Cumberland, Franklin, Harnett, Johnston, Lee,…

No matter where you live, you can have snow for Christmas! All you have to do is make your own snowflakes by trying out some of the fun snowflake crafts below. These crafts are fun for kids of all ages, including big kids like mom and dad. So get out your craft supplies and let…

People are more concerned about their health and fitness than ever and when asked about their goals, losing weight is typically at or near the top of the list. Since so many people are actively trying to lose weight, you would think the percentage of overweight people would be decreasing, but this is not the…

The tax preparer landscape will change rapidly and dramatically during the next twelve to eighteen months. This is directed primarily to tax preparers and the known changes that will take place over a period beginning on January 1, 2011 and through year end 2013. However, you, the taxpayer, will be informed as to what the…

You go to work everyday to your prestigious management position. Everyday you have to deal with situations, problems employees and bosses. Can you honestly say that you are a good manager who do their best everyday. Are you a good manager. Or do the employees take advantage of you every chance they get. Do they…

Back in college, I learned how to cook brown rice on a stove top while working in a student-run dining hall, where we cooked our own meals. Ever since then, I’ve made brown rice, and other whole grains, with confidence on the stove top. You don’t need a steamer or rice cooker cook to brown…

For centuries now, perhaps even millenia, science and religion have clashed in regards to the post-mortem. Typically, the former dictates that the dead become cadavers, while the latter dictates that they become ghosts of some sort. Science has quite consistently been considered the realm of atheism and agnosticism, often disregarding religion as blind faith. However,…

Although no date has been set, nearly half a million pages of classified documents will be released by Wikileaks’ Australian founder, Julian Assange. Wikileaks most famously released nearly 70,000 classified documents in July. Luckily, upon review, it was determined that no sensitive information was released and the security of the troops is intact. However, although…

It happens every year. The holidays come around and you spend a fortune, not only on the gifts but on the wrapping supplies too, just to see all the paper and bows you bought fill your trash to overflowing after the presents are opened. There are ways around piling up all those wasted supplies, and…

There used to be a massage kiosk in the shopping center that is close to my home. For $30 you could get a half hour massage. You sat in a massage chair and the attendant would work on your back. How you felt afterward really depended on who gave you the massage. Some were alright…

Home staging before a sale can make the difference between getting offers or being passed over for more appealing properties. Staging your house is an important part of home sales. If you might be selling your home then you’re going to love this article. We’ll discuss seven key home staging strategies chosen to make potential…

Two of the poems, the ones about my grandmothers, have been previously published. The ones about my grandfathers have not. Maw-Maw Tough as nails and savvy as a bookie, She ruled us with fear of her sharp tongue. She won us with her generous heart, Keeping us stocked with candy and comic books and coins….

It seems that every year the Alabama-Auburn football game — the Iron Bowl — has some kind of national significance. Not only is it the annual bragging rights game between the state of Alabama’s two largest football programs, but the Iron Bowl holds a tradition of football excellence, of teams that — between them —…

The world equation is changing with each country having to evaluate its own interests in the face of security challenges, cultural backgrounds etc. What seems an innocuous issue for some, assumes one of national security & concern for few. BlackBerry security concerns for India, Saudi Arabia & Indonesia & some others fall under this purview….

A few days ago I wrote an article about Comix, a fantastic comic book reader for Linux. In it, I mentioned (in passing), another comic book reader called QComicBook, which definitely has a following, but in my estimation isn’t quite as good. Having only used each of them a few times, I started wondering what…

In previous postings (Zooniverse and SOHO Comets ) I’ve given several examples of how you can use your personal computer to “do some real science.” Today, I’ll present yet another opportunity to make a contribution to scientific knowledge by introducing you to the Mars Exploration Program , or “MEP.” The MEP web site, which is…

Stick around! It’s October 4th, the 277th day of the year, with dozens of reasons to celebrate. October 4th is a holiday for tacos, frappes, cinnamon buns and more. Flute tooters, CBers and others mark October 4th as a special day for many reasons. Here are several popular October 4th holidays (arranged alphabetically). Cinnamon Roll…

I love concerts. In fact, perhaps I am a little addicted. I usually hit up three or four major shows a year from country to rock to pop. I’ve seen some big names like The Eagles, Billy Joel, Sting, and Stevie Nicks. I’ve seen the hometown bands and the chart-toppers like Kenny Chesney and Martina…

If you have been trying to sell your home and are finally receiving some offers, congratulations! Don’t be too eager though. The seller should always carefully review any offers on their home before deciding to sell, no matter how long it has been on the market. This not only helps ensure that you receive fair…

VH1 recently started one of the most hotly debated countdown in recent years on Monday.Referred simply as “VH1 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time” ,fans were treated to a countdown that highlighted the recent giants in the last few decades.There were many great suprises in the list with much controversy in the ranking.Sade, that English…

Our entire bodies are covered in skin, so it is, of course, one of the first things people see when they see us. During the warm months of the year we show even more of that skin as we don our swimsuits and enjoy the beaches, pools and summer sun. It is important to keep…

“Dancing with the Stars” is about to begin the 11th season with cast announcements very soon and the actual kick off taking place September 20, 2010. Having followed the show for all but the first season, I had some ideas for potential cast members. In keeping with the show’s cast structure, I will select 1…

WikiLeaks, that bane of organizations with secrets, after just releasing the inner-most communications between American diplomats and their wires with ranking officials in other countries, is at it again. This time, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange said in an interview with Forbes writer Andy Greenberg, it will be a major U.S. bank that will be attacked…

It’s another year, another controversial choice for the Nobel Peace Prize committee. This year, though, the controversy is in a different vein. On Oct. 8, it was announced that the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize had been awarded to Liu Xiaobo, who is currently imprisoned in China “for his long and non-violent struggle for fundamental human…

The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet’s Nest (2009) Rated R (for strong violence, some sexual material and brief violence) Dir: Daniel Alfredson. Language: Swedish This film opens Friday, October 29th in selected theaters. Directed by Daniel Alfredson, the third and last of the Millennium trilogy based on the novel by Stieg Larsson, The Girl Who…

Whether she is learning to go green or an experienced “tree hugger” these gift ideas are sure to please every eco-friendly mother on your gift list. Green flowers? Purchasing flowers for the special woman in your life? Whether your floral gift is to decorate her Christmas table or a thank you for a lovely evening…

When we think of pumpkin pie, we think of Thanksgiving and now that Thanksgiving is past, you may be feeling guilty about your pumpkin consumption. The truth is you don’t have to feel guilty! Pumpkin pie is extremely healthy and there’s no reason why it should only be eaten once or twice a year! Pumpkin…

School’s depend on PTA’s and Booster Clubs to help sponsor events, earn money for field trips and to get items that the school may need but can’t afford due to all the budget cuts that school’s forever face. If your PTA has been lackluster of late then its time to bring it breathe some life…

A Review of Rooney’s Eureka Three years after releasing their Calling the World CD, Rooney’s third album titled Eureka finally hits the shelves. How does the album grade out? Ever since Rooney’s release of their self-titled debut album in 2003, the bar has been set high. The CD included hits such as Blueside (featured on…

Most new parents are worried about protecting their newborn babies from every possible chance of illness and injury. The efforts of keeping chemicals and small parts out of reach protect from poisoning and chocking. Parents keep newborns away from sick individuals as best they can control. Baby wipes and more recently, hand sanitizer are used…

Grass, like any other living creature, needs a balance of water and nutrition. Therefore, it follows that the health of your lawn depends heavily on your lawn receiving the right amount of moisture. If the weather has been dry and hot but you just let your lawn go the look and health of your lawn…

I’m pretty sure that Minnesota winters were easier to bear when I was growing up, because I did not realize there were more temperate place, that not everyone had to endure the long, cold wi. Human beings are remarkably adaptable, especially ones who are young and don’t know things are different elsewhere or that change…

Wednesday night on CBS’ Survivor: Nicaragua, the Espada and La Flor tribes competed for a farm fresh reward and tribal immunity. And Marty was forced to make a deal regarding his immunity idol. So who went home on week 7 of Survivor: Nicaragua? But first, “Teflon” Dan gloats that he is still even on this…

I’ve played dozens of computer role playing games (RPGs) over the years and recently have been very surprised and happy to see the games become far deeper, and the story lines rely on my choices rather than pre-set story lines. Not only does this make the game more satisfying, but it also makes the game…

Most elementary schools mark the end of the first semester with a Christmas, holiday, or winter party before the break. This is something that the kids really look forward to, and having games to play will make the party a lot more fun. Since most schools now prefer non-denominational celebrations, these class party games for…

Watch a group of boys at play. Indoors and out, active games of athletic skill or dramatic conflict feed their young imaginations. In quieter moments, boys gravitate to the gross and the messy if choosing a table game or craft. When it’s time to plan a birthday party at your home for a boy and…

For the last couple of weeks, I’ve been watching as a new program called SimpleAudioPlayer saw its initial release and then a few minor updates. I put off on compiling it since at the time of its initial release I was using GNOME Ubuntu, and since SimpleAudioPlayer is a KDE application, it would have required…

If you’re a Disney Vacation Club member, you are eligible to make reservations at Disney’s Beach Club Villas. These villas offer upscale amenities and services, and are located adjacent to Disney’s Beach Club hotel overlooking Crescent Lake. If you’re planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay at Walt Disney World, there are several reasons…

Week 5 TE Rankings – Start/Sit Advice. Week 5 TE Rankings are based on the best matchups and highest potential fantasy football point outcomes among all fantasy football TE in Week 5. Use these Week 5 TE Rankings to help you decide which TE to Start and which TE to Sit on your fantasy football…

Alabama has a system similar to other states for the issuance of drivers licenses and related learners permits. A prospective driver in the state should first take a drivers ed course and also study the Alabama drivers manual to prepare for a written test. This written Alabama permit test allows a successful test taker to…

Vegetables, olives, grains and grapes are all staples of Greek cuisine. Mediterranean food is considered some of the most heart healthy food you can eat. But when translated to American plates, there are some real belly busting choices to be had. Surprisingly, a Big Mac is a better choice than all five of these Greek…

Shoppers in need of some help and guidance when it comes to grocery shopping can turn their spending habits around and save money if they use some cost-effective methods that really work. What can you do to spend less on your next shopping trip? Shop Less Often The fact is that many families (especially couples)…

Getting a promotion is something that pretty much every worker hopes for every day, or at least every review period. During tougher economic times, you might think that grabbing that promotion is really hard, or darn near impossible. That is not the case. Paying attention to the softer, human side of business relationships can go…

When a person is in a relationship for a long period of time, he or she tends to become very comfortable. At some point, many will toss their little black dresses for sweatpants to lounge around the house for a movie night with their loved one. Since there is not a need to look for…

With Charlie Sheen hospitalized yesterday, the rumors quickly flew. After Charlie Sheen was hospitalized in New York, the worst was obviously assumed. Given the star’s troubled history and various problems over the years, this latest setback could have been about anything. Since he trashed a New York City hotel room, drugs or some kind of…

“Hey Tom, Whatcha up to today?” I said as he knocked once and burst into the house. Tom knew my son David was here for the weekend and he came from next door to join in any action we might be cooking up or to stir the pot and get something going. Tom is eleven…

For those who are unaware, mountain biking can be split into different categories, depending on what they have to offer for the those taking part in the hobby or sport. If you are interested in mountain biking, then here is a list of the nine mountain biking types and styles. BMX. Bikes with 20 inch…

The Whirlpool Cabrio 5.2 Cu. Ft. High Efficiency Washing Machine, Model: WTW7800XB features a massive washing capacity and excellent automatic wash cycles. This Whirlpool Cabrio WTW7800XB Washer will professionally clean your laundry while reducing your energy costs and enhancing the appearance of your laundry room through a sophisticated exterior design. This Whirlpool Cabrio WTW7800XB Washer…

Knock Out Roses are beautiful roses that continually bloom from spring until frost. Knock Out Roses are disease resistant and easy to grow in most parts of the country. Warning: Propagating a Knock Out Rose is illegal because it’s patented. When shopping a nursery for roses, look for words such as PPAF (Plant Patent Applied…

Tiger Woods, now with his divorce finalized, has returned to his legendary form as he shot his best round at the PGA’s Barclays golf tournament in New Jersey. Woods shot a 65, which left him six shots under par and tied with Vaughn Taylor for the tournament lead. Woods hit 13 of a possible 14…

Common courtesy: is it really dead? Common courtesy is something that we, as people, should give and receive every single day of our lives – and yet, so often, it is neither given or received regularly or at all. People have no respect for any thing, any person, or themselves. They are rude and seem…

As a middle school English teacher, I witnessed the students’ collective confusion regarding certain terms. As teachers, we take the time to go over common errors and reinforce the correct choices with the boys and girls. It seems that these same words are often confused by adults as well. a lot A lot is always…

When I went to see Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece house, Falling Water, I didn’t realize it would be so difficult just to get there. First of all, Falling Water is located about 50 miles outside of Pittsburgh. It’s quite a drive to get there. You also have to buy tickets in advance, which cost $18…