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The National Football League is working overtime to try to clean up its image, cutting down on cheating, off-field incidents, and illegal hits. Unfortunately, the NFL needs to work harder on the one thing that makes a player and the league successful; consistency. Certainly, there are many reasons to applaud Roger Goodell’s efforts to police…

Lice are something that most kids will end up getting at least once during their school years. A lot of adults seem to get it as well although you don’t hear of it as much as you do children. The fact is though adults can pick up lice through the work force and many other…

Technology is supposed to make life easier for those who use said technology. However, not all products make life easier the way they are supposing to. The following are 5 convenience products that actually make life harder instead of easier. Touch screen cell phones: Touch screen technology is supposed to put information in our hands…

House Food’s Tofu Shirataki angel hair shaped noodle substitute is not the zero calorie, zero carb version of the traditional Japanese noodle made from the konjac plant. But with only 20 calories a serving and 3 grams of carbs, it’s an extremely low carb choice for people who want to enjoy pasta guilt free. Shirataki…

New Year’s Eve is a great night to gather all your loved ones close to celebrate the dawning of a new year. While adults have no trouble partying well after midnight, little ones have a difficult time keeping their eyes open after a certain hour.This fact makes it challenging for the youngest members of the…

People have become increasingly sensitive, so it seems, to the needs of their bodies for good nutrition and adequate rest and exercise. When it comes to the mental equivalents of these values, there appears to be a bit less attention paid. There are Health Clubs everywhere. National chains and local operations dot every inhabited area…

The terms are vague and inconclusive, the policies are wildly varying and maddening, the whole process makes you just want to move back in with your parents. I’m talking of course about apartment rental credit check fees. Just what are these fees? How are they determined? Who decides what’s an acceptable level of credit worthiness/debt…

Now an skin junkie will tell you that you are not going to find the miracle wrinkle eraser in one magical little bottle of lotion, serum or moisturizer. Your skin will require a lot of work, and attention if you plan on seeing any results, and do not expect to see wrinkles diminish in a…

The Cam Newton NCAA investigation may not yield much in the end. Yet since a Cam Newton NCAA investigation exists, it puts a cloud over the entire BCS and Heisman picture. Until this week, all of the news about the Auburn quarterback was positive, as he is in place to win the Heisman, and take…

For some, planning and taking a vacation can be as stressful as just staying in the office. Vacations are essential for helping maintain good health and can actually help you be more productive upon return. Here are five suggestions to help ensure you enjoy a stress-free vacation. 1. Choose a Relaxing Destination If you are…

Today’s cars come with tough exterior finishes. In addition to multiple layers of high quality paint, most include layers of protective clear coat that protect the surface from dust, rain and other elements cars are exposed to. Any physical contact with the surface causes scratches and its important to check out any car wash to…

Infertility affects 7.1 percent of American couples, notes Serendip. Some of these couples who are suffering from infertility resort to artificial conception methods to have a baby. One of these methods is in vitro fertilization (IVF). In this method, eggs from the mother and sperm from the father are combined in a laboratory. Once the…

My search for the perfect Halloween candy to serve little ghosts and goblins this year has taken some interesting twists and turns. So far, the candy I would most likely recommend is one I would not have guessed before my research began. Who knew that so many strange and frightening ingredients are hidden inside these…

It has been debated for at least 30 years that defenses win games and ultimately championships. C’mon, let’s face it, the Pittsburgh Steelers of the ’70s won four Super Bowls because of the Steel Curtain. Trust me, Franco Harris, Lyn Swann, and Terry Bradshaw couldn’t possibly have won that many games without “Mean Joe” Greene…

It is certainly understandable to wonder why bad employees don’t get fired. After all, is it not within the best interest of the company to lay off the person who is lazy and gets very little work done? Why does the guy who keeps stealing money from the corporation still have a position? When will…

Love is a two way road that somehow gets put on the back burner at a certain point during a relationship. Romance can change or improve a life and that fact alone can scare people. Many new couples are so caught up in how they feel and how the other is acting that they forget…

Do you wake up sweating during the night even when the temperature in your bedroom is cool? Night sweats are common, especially in people over the age of 65. In one study of almost 800 older people, 10% reported experiencing night sweats. Women were only slightly more likely to wake up sweating at night than…

Gone are the days of strolling through (and paying for pricey hotel rooms while you are at it) the stores of Manhattan to find just the latest and greatest piece of clothing that has the essence and Zeitgeist of New York City. Today most NYC clothing stores have an online presence, but which ones represent…

The cold dry air makes my skin super itchy and dry. At nighttime I can not seem to fall asleep because I am always itching my skin and annoyed by the itchy sensation. So to solve this little dry itching skin problem of mine along with my sleepless nights I decided to try Bath &…

I’ve been a news junkie for a few years. Sports, politics, computers, entertainment news… I have a list of probably 40 or so websites I like to keep track of. Some of them are blogs, while other are simple news or sports sites. Of course, keeping up-to-date on all of them would be a chore…

Commonly believed to be woman’s condition, postpartum depression can also affect men following the birth of a child. A landmark study, reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), has found that paternal postnatal depression (PPND) is relatively common among men following the birth of a child. What Is Postpartum Depression? Postpartum depression…

Beyond the Event HorizonA Novel by Scott Curits This book is three hundred and ten pages long. And when it ended, I was quite upset, because I was left wanting more. I feel this book could very much be an ongoing mini-series or saga. I in fact contacted the writer and told him so. After…

There is no doubt that Christmas gift wrap can be a significant holiday expense. Use these tips to cut down on the cost, yet still wrap holiday presents in a festive way. Reuse Wrapping Paper Take advantage of the second principle in the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle mantra. Christmas wrapping paper and gifts bags lend themselves…

Even the most dedicated friends of the Earth can find the recycling dos and donts of the holiday season confusing. What do you do with the tinsel from your tree, or your old tree for that matter? What about your old holiday lights or wrapping paper. The last thing we want to do is send…

October 1st, 1999 I had a dream this morning. I saw my grandfather. This dream was very different from all of the other ones because in this dream I wasn’t afraid of him. I wasn’t afraid he was going to hurt any children. He sat at the end of a dinner table, a dinner table…

A Brazilian wax is the very popular style of bikini wax that removes most or all of the hair that is on and around the pubic area. What is a Brazilian Wax? This style of waxing was made popular in Brazil by the local women who wore thong bikinis. The skimpy material of the thong…

The Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF) is a Sutter Health affiliate that provides health care in four counties in the San Francisco Bay Area, comprised of Alameda, Santa Clara, San Mateo and Santa Cruz counties. The Palo Alto Medical Foundation provides Urgent Care Center with a team of dedicated, high-quality and compassionate professionals that offer…

Any couple who has gone through infertility knows what it can do to your relationship. Instead of enjoying the time spent with your partner you are constantly thinking about if the latest round of IVF worked or trying to time sex for conception. Not only does this take all of the fun out of a…

Lots of babies born around Halloween are festive about the holiday their entire lives. If you have a Halloween baby coming soon, why not give them a name that represents the holiday so they can have a great name with a unique story that they can carry their entire lives? It’s easy to be inspired…

Organicville’s Island Teriyaki sauce is a cooking sauce made with agave nectar instead of sugar or high fructose corn syrup. Gluten-free, the Island Teriyaki sauce has a delicious taste of garlic, pineapple sauce and bits of sesame seeds. It’s perfect for a gluten-free healthy stir-fry dish. I purchased the Island Teriyaki from Public Grocery store….

“You really love your mama, don’t you?” That’s what a senior citizen said to my daughter, Lindsay, as we stood in line at the drug store recently to pick up medicine. The woman clearly saw that Lindsay has disabilities; it’s a fact that even small children and dogs pick up on. The best thing about…

Now that the vaunted 2010 mid-term elections are concluded, it is time for President Obama to reflect on what happened and how it happened. Despite vigorous campaigning by the President on behalf of various Democratic candidates around the country, Democrats still suffered significant losses in the House of Representatives. In a show of disapproval for…

Recently I have been having numerous health issues. I seem to be worse at work and after a recent environmental inspection, we were sited for mold issues. There was mold on vents, in window panes, and behind cabinets. While mold is a health risk, black mold is even worse. Black mold can lead to what…

Avec Eric: A Culinary Journey with Eric Ripert , by Eric Ripert, $34.95, Hardcover (Wiley) I have put off writing this review for almost a month now. Out of fear. The minute I received this book, I was mesmerized. The “culinary journey” begins with a foreword by Anthony Bourdain. In the beginning, one may possibly…

Regardless of where you live winter can take a toll on your home. You never know what to expect when that time of year rolls around. Getting your home ready for winter is very important. It can help protect your home from any damages and lower your utility bill. Here are a few things you…

Often I don’t like what I see when I look into the mirror. I don’t like what I say when I hear my voice. I turn away when I see my action. I want to be honey but it seems I am vinegar. Psalm 139:14 (NIV) I praise you because I am wonderfully made. Your…

How soon in the future will fingerprint and eye scans become a reality for everyday people? This measurement and analysis of unique physical or behavioral characteristics, is defined as biometrics.1 For some, it is already the everyday norm. There are workplaces in the US that require their employees to login or clock in to work…

Persian rugs can cost tens of thousands of dollars and it would be a shame to purchase one that turn out to be not authentic. There are many different types of rugs that are sold as Persian. Even some machine made rugs are sold to unsuspecting shoppers as hand-made Persian rigs. If you want to…

My husband Bill and I just spent three glorious nights celebrating our eighth wedding anniversary in Asheville, North Carolina. Asheville is a great town with plenty to do and see and we were just in time for the 18th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibit at the Grove Park Inn and Resort. Bill and…

We often see emergency vehicles on the road blazing through traffic such as ambulances, fire trucks and police cars. They have their sirens on and their lights. They even use hand signals to direct traffic and some of them even have police motorcycle escorts. But what if you have your own real emergency? Let’s say…

According to recent research, the chance of males contracting the HPV virus is the same as women (56%) and there’s no routine detection test for men. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD) infection in Canada, and around the world, with the highest risk group being teenagers and young adults. Even just twenty…

“How times have changed” is repeated often. But in a fast-changing world, this catch phrase will become par for the course. It is no more business as usual; with the fire-spitting dragon, China, on a virtual rampage! They set targets and over-achieve them. They are straight out of the blocks, steamrolling all obstacles when they…

Through an employee stock option plan (ESOP), it is possible for you to add tens of thousands of dollars in wealth to your bottom line over the long term. With an employee stock option plan, you can purchase shares of company stock for prices beneath their market value. ESOPs, however, do expose both employee shareholders…

Whether it be morning sickness, car sickness, the flu, a similar bug, or a reaction to medication, when you puke up just simply LOOKING at food, it’s difficult to imagine actually eating, especially when you know it’s going to be at your feet in a few moments. But your body needs something of substance inside…

Horror is an unusual genre, because horror is only good when a part of you would rather be experiencing something else. It is that careful balance of distasteful elements that truly makes for good horror and no other genre creates quite the same response. The horror genre is most common in movies and books, but…

The Holiday activities in the Poconos PA are unbeatable, from A Winnie the Pooh Christmas Carol at the Shawnee Playhouse, to Christmas shows at Penn’s Peak, the Poconos are coming alive with Holiday entertainment. For great Holiday food and fun activities, the Stroudsmoor Country Inn is a magnificent place to be. From the Thanksgiving Grand…

Our family will begin our twentieth year of homeschooling this fall. I have had good success educating my children. One daughter is a paralegal and a stay at home mother who homeschools her own children, and another daughter is a stay at home mother with children in gifted classes at school. My oldest son is…

Finally a line of really cool football gear just for women. Nearly half of all football fans in the United States are women. And shall I dare say, we are some of the best and most loyal fans there are. We deserve our own line of girly football stuff. Who ever said football can’t be…

Newbies can sometimes dive in way too deep and far too fast. Without taking the time to really study the sport for which you now have a passion, you risk making some costly mistakes, even if your intentions are good. That in mind, before throwing yourself out onto the roads for those endless runs or…

When you think of snow, you might picture a log cabin in the forest, with glistening snow flakes gracefully floating down from the sky. A cozy fireplace, a soft wool blanket, hot chocolate, and your special guy or girl snuggling up next to you, makes a perfect scene. Its all very easy to picture, but…

Jones turkey sausage links are handy when you are trying to watch your weight but still want the taste of sausage in your favorite breakfast dishes or pizza. You may lose weight eating light sausage as opposed to eating out at breakfast restaurants with fattening pork sausage or sausage gravies. You may serve the Jones…

October only means one thing for kids. Halloween! Candy, pumpkins, costumes, parties, the greatest month of the year. If you want to be the best parents on the block this year then host a Halloween party for your kids and invite the neighborhood. All you will need for a successful party is good food and…

The Bagley community is a hometown neighborhood in Northwest Detroit. The boundaries of the community are West Outer Drive to the north, Livernois Avenue to the east, West McNichols (Six Mile Road) to the south, and Wyoming Avenue to the west. The community is located just north of Marygrove College and is home to the…

When was the last time you told your child to take a time-out? Or for that matter, when was the last time you took a time-out, just for you? Let’s examine the reasons why time-outs are more effective for you, than for your children. 1. First of all time-outs simply enable little ones to waste…

The Internet offers a wide variety of online continuing education for teachers including courses, certificate programs, and degrees. The list below demonstrates the extent of the variety to help you consider what is best for you. 1. The Heritage Institute Overview: Since 1975, the Heritage Institute has offered a unique approach to teaching based upon…

Wine is constant proof that God loves us and loves to see us happy.- Benjamin Franklin Wine makes every meal an occasion, every table more elegant, every day more civilized. – Andre Simon The enjoyment of wine, like the respect for the vines that bear it, is well-established in antiquity. It could be theorized that…

Every test is different. Read the test booklet provided beforehand to find out what subjects will be covered, the precise form questions will take and the directions. If you have to spend two minutes reading the directions when you are taking the test, you will lose precious time. Review the subjects that will be covered….

Chris “Tingles” Matthews demonstrates once again why MSNBC’s credibility continues to go down the tubes. During an interview with the AFL-CIO’s President Richard Trumka, Matthews was discussing the recent successful evacuation of the 33 Chilean miners that were trapped for just over 2 months. He then came up with an interesting observation; that if the…

Before we know it, Christmas will soon be here and it will be time to drag out the tattered boxes of lights and ornaments in order to adorn the ole tannenbaum. If a few of those ornaments need replaced because they are broken or you would just like some new ones, than here is a…

Wellness hotels are now becoming a popular destination for health-conscious travelers who want to reduce stress, kick off a fitness regiment or just get in shape for a special event. Wellness hotels in Miami offer individualized spa and fitness programs, hands-on nutrition classes, and workshops that introduce guests to the latest health and wellness services….

Do you feel your marriage is lacking some spice? Does it seem your drifting more and more apart from your spouse because the spice is lacking? If you answered, “yes” you’re not alone. Many married couples feel apart from each other and lack the spice they once had when they first met. To help understand…

Every winter the cold temperatures usually come, and our skin suffers for it. It feels like sometimes no matter what we do, we cannot keep our skin from becoming super dry in the wintertime. Not only does a woman like to keep her skin smooth for beauty sake, but she also wants smooth skin for…

Danika a tall, graceful and classically beautiful young woman looked out the window of a train as she makes her way to Salem, MA. She had always had a fascination with witchcraft and the ceremony that went along with it and knew Salem, held the explanation. She arrived in early morning Halloween and hopped on…

Albert Pujols hit his 400th career home run Thursday, August 26th off of Jordan Zimmerman of the Washington Nationals. He’s the 47th player in Major League history to hit 400 home runs, and he’s the third youngest player to reach 400 career home runs. Perhaps you’ve heard of the two players that have hit 400…

During his junior year in college, Erik finally broke the news to his parents that he didn’t want to become a doctor. His father, a cardiologist, was initially upset and asked his son if he had any plans at all. Erik handed him a thick folder containing material he had compiled on the education and…

One of the most difficult parts of planning for a trip for me is trying to figure out how I can still maintain some level of fitness. The problem is, I love eating. I would say that all of my trips revolve around what new restaurant I will be able to discover and enjoy. Compounding…

Someone was watching her. It had started the night her family moved into the new house, leaving her jittery and anxious about going to sleep at night. She could feel the eyes on her, making her shiver and glance over her shoulder. Tonight was the first time she had heard the noise though. It was…

Previously published in Examiner Conclusion of the Baby Selling series Stolen babies continued There are several cases of women having their babies stolen right from the hospital by unknown individuals, the site www.amfor.net, ( Americans for Open Records) goes into detail of the various cases. It was not uncommon in Quebec, (Montreal) for the hospitals…

Jimmy was the only child that was not upset that it had been raining for the last two days before Halloween. He looked at it as an advantage. Surely, many of the kids in the neighborhood would find other things to do this year. Some of the parents had even got together to plan an…

I am writing about a facial remedy that I always use and see positive results from. I got the inspiration from an Ayurvedic routine and customized it to my needs. My skin becomes a little acne prone a couple of times a month and I have some old scars on my face. So, I need…

THE LAST CENTURION, John Ringo, 2008, Baen, 602pp, paperback Ten years in the future, bird flu devastates the world just before global warming trends abruptly reverse themselves with a frigid, lingering winter. In embattled Iran, an American Army officer known by his radio callsign of Bandit Six is left with a Stryker company and 100…

Sometimes in this life you have good times and bad times and sometimes in life when it is the bad times you only have comfort in knowing that in some way death will come; Death of you, death of the relationship, death of the situation. Finally, it will be laid to rest, the pain will…

Can you improve your money situation by remortgaging with an FHA-insured loan? For many people, the answer is yes. You probably already know that FHA mortgages are not for the rich and perfect-credit-score people. You probably also know that FHA has different rules than the banks, more relaxed rules. But that’s not all there is…

There are some who write or read content on the Internet and find themselves appalled at the “lax” editing process that is often involved in said content. I’ve had my writing criticized for it, even just recently. This started off as an email in reply to one of these aforementioned “grammar snobs” but instead, I…

When hosting a Thanksgiving dinner celebration for friends and family, you want to spend as much time with your guests as possible. The food you serve at your Thanksgiving dinner is the most important part of the evening celebration, but how do you give your time and attention to guests while cooking? These companies offer…

Electric Christmas light hanging from the eaves of houses or porches, can be very beautiful, especially the ones that resemble ice cycles. Those that are of different colors and those that blink also add their own special look drawing the “Ooh’s” and “Aah’s” from people passing by. One unique touch you can add to your…

The Tea party movement is doomed. It may not look like it at the moment as it glides on the euphoria of primary wins, but all of that is destined to change. The signs are there, if anyone wants to take an honest look. Despite its name, the Tea party movement isn’t a political party…

October is the tenth month of the year and the first full month of fall. The October calendar is of course home to the ever popular holiday of Halloween but there are many other lesser known holidays and celebrations waiting to be noticed in October. Month Long Celebrations in October: October is… Breast Cancer Awareness…

What part of the turkey’s body is called a snood? What is a snood used for? Do turkeys drown in the rain? Are turkeys smart? Read this associated content article Fun Facts about Turkeys and have a few common Turkey Myths Busted. Fun Facts about Turkeys: Turkey Myths Busted – The Turkey Snood Turkeys have…

Michigan’s current governor is Jennifer Granholm (D). She has served the last two terms as governor of Michigan; however, due to Michigan’s Constitution, she is not allowed to run for a third term. In addition, many people are unsatisfied with Granholm’s governorship due to economic downturn; therefore, this election is pivotal in Michigan. Not only…

Has your child’s Halloween trick-or-treat bag ever broken or ripped, spilling out its goodies? Crying over a pile of Halloween candy that has fallen to the ground does not make happy memories for children. This ‘green’ fabric Halloween trick-or-treat bag will never break, no matter how rough your child ‘treats’ it. You can wash it…

If you think my better half was concerned earlier in September when I was looking at $30,000-plus Harleys, you should have seen his face when I started breezing through the Commons and other sites, checking out the Lamborghini. Prices ranged up to a price of $300,000 and more. He handed me our insurance agent’s 24-hour…

From the day I arrived in the Atlanta area 10 years ago, my eyes have been on the sky. Not the sky per-se, but an apartment in the sky. It did not materialize at the time because I had small children, but now that they are big, Atlanta high-rise apartments are calling my name. This…

Maine is one of the states within the country that has legalized marijuana for medical purposes as well as decriminalized the recreational use to some degree. While this state allows patients to consume marijuana if they have a prescription, there are still penalties for those who are caught consuming this drug without a prescription. Below…

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire… You better watch out, you better not cry… Jingle bells… The Annual Family Christmas Tree Outing… Silent night, holy night… Santa Claus… Rudolph and his clan… Sweet figgy pudding… Turkey and mashed potatoes… Caroling… The Christmas story told in various and assorted versions… Watching A Christmas Story with Ralphie…

Bahia Ecuador is a beautiful and tranquil place to visit where you will find many traditional ways of life. Bahia Ecuador is a peninsula which is bordered by the Pacific Ocean from the North West and the Chone River from the North East. The population in Bahia Ecuador is around 20,000 and the average, annual,…

Each year, kids go back to school with a new wardrobe. Those popping belly buttons, peeping ankles, and unbuttoned jeans are dreadful sings that pinching pennies on clothes might not be an option. As the wise adage goes, kids grow up too fast. In the wake of a child’s growth, is a long wave of…

An investment policy statement, denoted IPS, is a document that is drawn up between you and your portfolio manager, which outlines specific objectives, guidelines, goals, and strategies that the portfolio manager must follow to effectively manage and meet your financial goals. The IPS is widely used for clients who have large (i.e. corporations) and small…

Falling ticket prices were the norm when the economy was bad. However, as the economy begins to gain strength, domestic airfare prices are beginning to rise again. Finding those airfare deals can be difficult but by following these tips, you can keep your costs down and find some substantial savings when you fly domestic. 1….

Halloween is coming, and we all know what that means. On the evening of October 31st, 2010, when the moon is high, the streets of Portland, Oregon will be overrun by shambling hordes of faceless creatures united in their purpose. A call irresistible will summon them out onto darkened streets to celebrate All Hallows Eve…