Using Content Hubs To Promote

We've all heard it before: content is king. And it is true. If you own a site, you need to post something interesting that people want to read before you can expect people to stop by. If your site is a content-based website, then you've already taken a huge step. However, if your website is a business website whose only purpose is to talk about your services, then you really should make an effort to post some content onto your website which is helpful to readers, free, and relevant to your services or website. If you do this, your site will attract traffic from people looking for information, not just to purchase something. And with increased traffic in general, you will get increased attention. And this increases your statistics.
Writing content for your own web View the rest of this article

Why Google Indexing Requires A Complex Blend Of Skills

If it was easy, everybody would be doing it. Getting a company’s name and products, or services, onto the first page of a genuine Google search isn’t a trivial piece of work. In fact, there are four distinct skills that a search engine optimiser needs to possess. Most people possess one or maybe two of these skills, very rarely do people posses all four. In truth, to get to all four, people who are good at two of these need to actively develop the other skills. Now, if you are running your own business, do you really have the time to do this? Is this the best use of your time?
Specifically the four skills needed for SEO work are:
Web Design – producing a visually attractive page
HTML coding - developing Search Engine friendly coding that sits behind the w View the rest of this article

Key Words In Searches

One of the things we don't seem to have much of these days is time. Everyone rushes everywhere and communication is compressed into new shorter forms like all of the text messages I receive, I still don't get all of the abbreviations. There is a danger that this short, fast communication is carried over into web sites we develop. All short, bulleted points lacking any grammar or sentence construction, and as I have said before search engines seem to like well-constructed grammatical sentences.
However, there is another knock-on effect of shortening text and that is the effect it has on key words. I am not really talking about the meta tag keywords here, but the words in the text that the search engines find multiple times. This is often known as key word density View the rest of this article

How To Prepare For Cold And Flu Season With A Strong Immune System

Ah-choo! Oh, that awful achy feeling when every muscle and bone in your body just hurts. You can?t sleep, you have no appetite and you certainly can?t afford to be under the weather for even just a few days. Cold and flu season will be upon us again and there is no better time to protect yourself than right now with a strong immune system.
What is the immune system? Very simply, our immune system is like a shield that protects our body from the germs, bacteria and viruses that can cause illness. The weaker the immune system, the more vulnerable we are to getting sick. The stronger the immune system, the more we protect ourselves from getting sick. This isn?t to say that we won?t ever catch a cold, but with a strong immune system, we will also be better able to fi View the rest of this article

Macromedia Flash Work Practices

I thought I might put together some of my work practices. These are the steps I put in place to facilitate a good efficient work flow in Flash. These are my tips. I have found they have worked for me. It’s a matter of learning these practices so that you do not think about it. Just like driving a car. Then you can concentrate on being creative and working efficiently and quickly within Flash without having to worry about whether you are on the right layer or you have grabbed the wrong Graphic or you have 2 objects to tween on the same layer and you are scratching your head wondering why the tween wont work.

Create A Graphic.
The first thing you do is to create a graphic in Flash. Say you are going to make a circle.
Draw the circle, then go to the se View the rest of this article

CPR For Dogs

Anyone who has been to a CPR class is familiar with the basics of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. First you’ll check to be sure the patient has a clear airway, then check to see if the patient is breathing, check whether the patient has a heartbeat and, if the patient awakens during the process, be careful that you don’t get bitten by the patient.
The American Red Cross has been instructing people in CPR for pets for quite some time now and has classes that include all manner of first aid, including mouth-to-snout resuscitation. You read that correctly; mouth-to-snout.
The procedure is similar to traditional mouth-to-mouth resuscitation between humans, the chief difference being that the person performing the procedure will close the dog’s mouth and instead pro View the rest of this article

Streamline Your Website Pages

Squeezing the most efficient performance from your web pages is important. The benefits are universal, whether the site is personal or large and professional. Reducing page weight can speed up the browsing experience, especially if your visitors are using dial-up internet access. Though broadband access is the future, the present still contains a great deal of dial-up users. Many sites, ecommerce sites especially, cannot afford to ignore this large section of the market. Sites with a large amount of unique traffic may also save on their total monthly traffic by slimming down their web pages. This article will cover the basics of on-page optimization in both text/code and graphics.
Graphics
Graphics are the usual suspect on heavy pages. Either as a resu View the rest of this article

Managing Your Finances Once Married

It?s important to plan for your financial future beforehand so you have idea of what to expect. Once you get married, most newlyweds? open a joint checking/saving accounts
Below is a list of 4 easy steps to take when determining your financial future.
Step 1-Determine your net worth
Net worth is the difference between assets and liabilities. Make a list to figure out your net worth, make a list of all the things that you own and assign approximate values to each one. Then make a list of all your debts. Subtract these two numbers and you will have your net worth.
Step 2- Family accounting
You will need to decide who is going to manage your accounting. Is one partner going to manage the finances or will this be a shared responsibility? Are you going View the rest of this article

Virtual Assistance Price List: A Basic Guideline To Setting Rates For Your Virtual Assistant Business

I've seen Virtual Assistants' rates range from $15 to $70/hr., depending on the VA's experience, specialty, location, and the project. One of the most common concerns a new Virtual Assistant faces is what to charge for his/her services. A common mistake made by new Virtual Assistants is underestimating the value of their services. The more specialized your service is, the more you may be able to charge for those services.
Here are some guidelines for setting your rates:
Peek in on your competitors
Visit other Virtual Assistants' websites to see what they are charging for similar or the same services. Look for areas you can improve and perhaps provide a service that they don't. Find your USP (Unique Selling Proposition or Point). In other words, wha View the rest of this article

FHA Home Loan Information - Buying A Home With Help From The Government

The federal government wants to help you buy a home. They see it as a way to improve the economy, provide a stable tax base, and help grow communities. To encourage homeownership, the federal government backs loans for those who might have trouble qualifying for a conventional loan.
Loans For Low To Moderate Income Buyers
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), an agency of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provides several mortgage loan programs for low to moderate income home buyers. FHA loans offer market rates with a lower down payment requirement.
FHA loans require a minimum down payment of 3%, cash to close the loan, and an acceptable credit score. Closing costs can be part of the loan amount, and credit score requireme View the rest of this article

10 Reasons To Form A Strategic Business Alliance

A strategic alliance is when two or more businesses
join together for a set period of time. The businesses,
usually, are not in direct competition, but have similar
products or services that are directed toward the
same target audience. Below are ten reasons to
create a strategic alliance.

1. You could offer your customers a larger variety of
products or services. This will allow you to spend
less time and money developing new products to sell.

2. Your number of sales people will increase because
you're combining with other business. You won't have
spend to time and money hiring new employees.

3. Your marketing and advertising budget will increase.
When you form a strategic alliance with other busines View the rest of this article

High Volume Merchant - Do You Need One?

When your business grows to the point where it is ready to move into the electronic age, you should give some thought to opening a high volume merchant account to expand your company’s potential. A merchant account will allow you to partner with a local bank or another financial institution to provide credit card processing payment options to online customers through the company Website.
Creating a high volume merchant account will let you increase operating capacity to process exponential numbers of customers and credit transactions. You won’t have to worry about keeping correct change on hand at all times, nor will you have as many bad checks to chase after. Your customers won’t have to look for an ATM and pay extra usage fees to get cash when they wish to shop View the rest of this article

Is Drug Screening Too Costly To Do Or Do Without? One Company Has The Answer!

The director of telemarketing operations at a financial services company looks out across his 3600 square foot call center on a typical Monday morning. “Look at all those empty chairs”, he laments. “It is sickly Monday and my partiers are taking their usual unscheduled day long break”. The problem of the “three day weekend” or absenteeism in general doesn’t just affect the manager in this setting. What about the other 80% of the work force who showed up? They are now burdened with additional duties while filling the vacancies that have temporarily developed.
With the challenge of recruiting qualified workers becoming more difficult all over the nation, the last thing American businesses can afford is to have major portions of its existing work force abusing drugs View the rest of this article

Turn Your Ebay Shipping Costs Into A Profit Center.

You might think that shipping costs are simple: surely you just add up the price of your item’s postage and the price of packing materials, and charge that – right? Well, you could do that, but there are better ways to make your shipping costs work for you.
Find Cheaper Materials.
The key to making profit on shipping is to use the cheapest materials you can get for packing, without compromising on quality. The great thing for you is that many eBay PowerSellers have made a business out of providing sellers with quality packing material in bulk at really low prices.
To get an idea of what’s out there, take a look at this category: Business & Industrial > Office, Printing & Shipping > Shipping & Packing Supplies. You might also try paying a View the rest of this article

How To Find The Right Type Of Humidifier Filters?

There are many reasons people choose to humidify their homes. Dry air caused by winter or living in a dry climate is responsible for a range of problems. Physical symptoms of dry air include: a dry nose and throat, which can make you feel sick. Other physical problems include chapped lips and tight, dry skin. Dry air can wreak havoc on your home as well. Static electricity is caused by lack of moisture in the air. This lack of moisture causes the air to pull moisture from your wood furniture and floors, causing cracking and splitting.
You can choose a room humidifier or a whole house model. Whole house machines are only available if you use a forced air heating system in your home. Your basic choices for humidifying your home are warm mist, vaporizer, or cool, pu View the rest of this article

How To Invest With Success

Whether they?re working in the business world or stay-at-home mothers, many people today are drawn to the risky allure of investments, which can mean either huge rewards or painful losses. While it?s impossible to predict the fluctuations of the market with 100% accuracy, as you build your portfolio, you will learn to accept the losses and keep in mind the successes always waiting around the corner.
No one can control the market, but you can control what you invest in. Research products and know the businesses you?re putting your trust - and, more importantly, your dollars - in. One of the most common errors new investors make is jumping to invest in a hot stock from the previous year. It?s a common pattern for a market high to descend to a market low - right at View the rest of this article

Tips Regarding Interest Only Loans

What are interest-only loans? How are they structured and who are they right for? How do you avoid common mistakes people make when choosing interest-only loans?
Loans with the option of paying only the interest every month are called interest-only loans. These loans allow you to pay on the principal balance only when you want to or when it is convenient for you.
Most interest-only (IO) loans carry this option to pay the interest only for a limited amount of time, usually from 5 to 10 years. The remaining principal balance comes due at the end of the term.
IO loans can be a good choice for borrowers whose incomes tend to fluctuate from month to month.
However, this aspect of IO loans can be a pitfall for borrowers who are not disciplined enough to pay View the rest of this article

Forged Sports Memorabilia

There is an ever-growing market in sport memorabilia, and sports-related keepsakes include signed commemorative photos, baseballs, footballs, basketballs, pucks and jerseys. A Google listing of corporations hawking these items produces almost five million business sites! A few of the items on offer cost thousands of dollars.
Where there are so many eager and gullible customers, con artists are sure to show up. A San Diego federal judge who recently sentenced many sports autograph forgers to prison said, "Life, liberty and the pursuit of the national pastime, has been undone". The prosecution stemmed from an FBI investigation called Operation Bullpen, which closed down a professional criminal organization that forged and sold sports goods enhanced with bogus autog View the rest of this article

Sleep Apnea: A Silent Killer

Getting a good night sleep is essential for your well-being. However, many people don?t realize that they are often sleep-deprived because of breathing problems. Over 90 percent of people who snore are at risk for sleep disordered breathing, or sleep apnea.
According to the National Sleep Foundation research, about 18 million of adults are not getting enough sleep because of sleep apnea. Suffering with sleep deprivation will make you feel tired and groggy, which leads to poor productivity at work and even result in bad driving habits. Your bedmate can eventually get tired of your constant moving and breathing irregularities which can cause stress and strain on your relationship and lead to separate bedrooms.
Pauses in breathing while asleep is called sleep ap View the rest of this article

Home Equity: Your Ace In The Hole

Almost 15 years ago, you bought your first home. You?ve been diligent in working and paying on the mortgage, and finally have more equity than mortgage. Ah, the sweet smell of victory, and home ownership. But are you playing the financial investment game as well as you think? Are you missing out on tax savings, funding strategies, or just plain smart money options? How do you check your equity options versus your tax savings options, to comparative shop and make use of your smart options?
Today, the tax benefits of retaining a mortgage on your home far outweigh the benefits derived from complete home ownership. Mortgage interest is fully tax deductible, and so are some of the options that come with equity lines of credit, second mortgages, or equity mortgages. View the rest of this article

Understanding Flow Control

Flow control is done through a mechanism that will control the amount of flow of data in a network. It is done under defined conditions and is the opposite of congestion control which is used when congestion has happened. There are two types, open loop flow control and closed loop flow control.
The difference in these is simple. Open loop flow control mechanism is used when there is no feedback between the transmitter and receiver. In fact this is the most popular means used. In closed loop flow control, the mechanism has the ability to report pending network congestions back and forth to the transmitter. It can adapt its activity to the network conditions.
As mentioned, open loop flow is the most commonly used mechanism. But, it does have some problems as we View the rest of this article

The Shell Game That Is The "Proprietary Blend" Nutritional Supplement

Recently I wrote an article entitled "Terms, Terms, Terms, An Inside look to buying supplements" which can be found on the Gurus and Guests section of my private forum. The article covered many of the misleading marketing terms buyers have to deal with in an attempt to make informed decisions on the supplements they spend their hard earned money on. Some of the more potentially misleading commonly used marketing terms I covered were:
"Clinically proven"
"Patented"
"Doctor recommended"
"All natural"
"Scientifically formulated"
"Research proven"
"Used for thousands of years"
Readers interested in understanding why the above terms can be so misleading, can read my write-up on each of those terms.
In a nut shell, I went onto cover each View the rest of this article

Protect Your Pool With Pool Covers, Reap Benefits

Pool covers are becoming increasingly popular among commercial pool owners as well as home pool owners. This holds true for both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Pool covers offer a lot of benefits for any pool owner, some of which even translates to tangible and quantifiable values. Indeed, a pool cover is one must-have swimming pool product that any pool owner should possess.
There have been many reported drowning incidents of children and even pets due to unguarded swimming pools. Having a pool cover over your unattended swimming pool is highly effective to prevent accidents like these from happening. The pool cover is a veritable safety device. It acts as a horizontal fence on your swimming pool, sealing it off from accidental access by your young children, View the rest of this article

Finding The Right Room Humidifers For Your Home

A room humidifier can relieve the symptoms associated with air that is too dry. Low humidity levels are common in the winter. Heating the house makes the air even drier. Low humidity levels are a year round problem in dry climates. Dry air robs the skin and hair of moisture. This causes dry, itchy skin and is a bigger problem for people with dry skin. The skin becomes scaly looking and rough to the touch. People with sensitive skin or eczema have the most problem with low humidity levels in winter.
Dry air can cause health problems as well. Your nasal passages and throat to become dry. Most people find this most noticeable in the morning. If your sore throat gets better during the day, only to return in the early morning, dry air is most likely the cause. Adding View the rest of this article

Business Classes: What Can They Do For You?

Business classes are a great way to learn. Not only do they teach you how to run a business inside and out but they also help you to prepare for personal experiences as well. But, before we get into that, let’s discuss just what business classes are. You can take them as part of a college degree program or you can take them as individual classes to help you learn the things covered in the class. What you will find is that there are many choices to consider in business classes.
Some of the things that you are likely to learn in business classes include the very basics of business such as how it works and why it works like that. You will learn about developing concepts that are unique, marketing, hiring and staffing effectively, becoming an effective leader as well View the rest of this article

Simple Steps Lead To Successful Books

Like most first time authors, I figured that once the word was out that I'd written a book, the world would beat a path to my door wanting to buy it. I'll admit I gave little thought to marketing until the day my first printing of Handbook To A Happier Life was delivered. In a panic, I called a published author I knew and asked, "What do I do now?" She suggested several books about book marketing, which I bought immediately. I was on my way.
Success in book selling is a three step process: 1. Write the book. 2. Print the book. 3. Sell the book. That last one can be bit tricky:-)
Space does not permit me to go into all the details of my process or to list the many people who helped, however, there are a couple of very important points I learned early on which View the rest of this article

Eye Surgery

Eye Surgery has become a mainstream method of vision correction, and this article will explain the advantages and disadvantages of three different methods being offered to the medical consumer.
Lasik Eye Surgery
LASIK is the acronym for Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis and is an eye surgical system which permanently corrects vision by removing a thin layer of the cornea. This procedure works best on patients with moderate to high degrees of myopia (nearsightedness), low to moderate degrees of hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism associated with myopia, and who have thick corneas. It is the most well-known surgical vision correction method.
People with normal eye sight see objects clearly because images are brought into a correct focal point by View the rest of this article

The Best Web Design and Graphic Software is Available in Academic Software Versions

Macromedia’s Studio 8 Suite Academic Software Package Macromedia Dreamweaver My first choice for HTML editors is Macromedia's Dreamweaver. It has an easy to use, intuitive user interface and state of the art design tools. With a customizable user interface, you can work the way you need to. Although the student software doesn’t come with manuals, Dreamweaver has excellent online tutorials. You can design intricate CSS-based layouts and designs easily with tools that allow for quick selection and control of page and site wide style properties. There is a built in graphics editor that uses Macromedia Fireworks technology. Dreamweaver allows you to develop HTML, XHTML, XML, ASP, ASP.NET, JSP, PHP, and Macromedia ColdFusion websites. It has a cross-browser code validatio View the rest of this article

Wanadoo Offers £14.99 8meg Broadband

Wanadoo offers £14.99 pounds 8Meg service
Wanadoo's £14.99 pounds 8Meg service is getting rave reviews. Looking for a fabulous deal on broadband service? Here is one you can't possibly pass up. Wanadoo Broadband is one of the top three broadband providers in the UK and have released a great deal. It is £14.99 pounds 8Meg service for those who wish to try out broadband service for the first time.
This price is right for most people, and even though the service may be a touch slower than the typical 2 mbps entry point, it is not an issue. For those who have been suffering in silence with dial-up for the past few years, it could be the treat of their lives. Perhaps if prices continue to get more competitive between the three top U.K. broadband providers, those t View the rest of this article

Are You A Credit Risk? No? Are You Sure?

You may not find out how bad your credit really is until you apply for a mortgage. Then you will quickly realize that the low interest rates everybody raves about these days, the rates that are a big part of the rising prices of real estate across America, don't apply to everyone. To be specific, they don't apply to you! If you have bad credit, you are not going to receive the same low interest rates on your home loan that your neighbor with good credit will.
Why not, you may ask. Well, here's the thing. If your credit score is poor, banks and other financial institutions consider you to be a risky business partner. In order to lend you money, they have to insure themselves against the risk that you may default on payments. They do this by offering you a higher i View the rest of this article

10 Benefits Of Submitting Articles To E-zines

1. You'll brand your web site, business and yourself by submitting articles to e-zines. You could include your name, business name, your credentials, web site address and e-mail address in your resource box.
2. You will become known as an expert on the topics you write about. This will give you and your business extra credibility which will help you compete against your competition.
3. Your article might also be placed on the publisher's home page. If they publish each issue on their home page this will give you some extra exposure.
4. You might get extra exposure if the e-zine publisher archives their e-zine on their site. People might want to read the back issues before they make the decision to subscribe.
5. You will get free advertising. This will View the rest of this article

How To Choose A Good Web Host (When They All Look Alike)

Choosing a web host is never easy. There are just so many unknowns when it comes to finding a host. It's hardly ever possible to walk into a web host's office, look around, meet the owners, and get a feel for whether or not you'd like to do business with these people.
It's important, though, that you bend over backwards to establish whether your prospective web host is a credible provider - or a fly by night artist.
The webmaster industry is awash with horror stories about signing up with a web hosting company, onlty to find out later that this 'business' is run by a 14 year old who lives at home.
For the most part, you'll make your decision using whatever information you can find online.
Start out with the website of the web host you are considering. View the rest of this article

Dennis Kyne Releases Rock CD "I’m Not Resisting"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE





A Revealing Album That is Locked and Loaded and Setting its Sights On Our U.S. Military





October 24, 2005--San Jose, CA-- It wasn't until Dennis Kyne returned to the US to finish his civilian duty that he learned the most painful lessons of 15 years served in the US Army. His own Military and his own countrymen let him down. Kyne was shocked to return home and learn about the side effects of his exposure to depleted uranium weapons. He was thankful that he did not swallow Pyridostigmine Bromide tablets, a requirement set forth for all military personnel during the Gulf War I. He decided to disobey orders and threw them all away. His comrades who did swallow them are now suffering from View the rest of this article

Hotel Safety Tips You Should Have in Mind on a Holiday

If you travel a lot or even if you travel only during vacation time, you should always pay attention to your valuable assets inside the hotel and outside it. Getting something stolen like your purse, your wallet or your expensive watch will surely ruin your vacation. Burglars aren’t your only worry; dangerous strangers should be avoided too. Hotels may give you an impression of safety, but they have so many different guests that the hotel’s staff can’t keep an eye on everyone. Therefore, you are the only one who is best taking care of yourself. Here are some safety tips to avoid getting unpleasant memories during your travels.

The thing you should do all the time is to keep your room’s door locked. Lock it even if you are inside the room and also put the se View the rest of this article

Why Video & Web Conferencing Are Heading Towards Mass Acceptance

The time is right for video and web conferencing to take off. While online conferencing is still seen as a technological novelty by some people, more and more businesses of all sizes are finding it be the solution to doing business and communicating with prospects, clients, employees and branch offices in an era of rising transport costs. Let?s take a look at some of the factors that are bringing web and video conferencing to a very wide audience.
1. Bandwidth speeds are increasing while prices for broadband web access are falling.
Video and web conferencing are more effective when users have broadband access to the Internet. Prices for various broadband connections to the Internet (DSL, Cable, T1s) are falling and more and more homes and businesses are now c View the rest of this article

Don't Undermine Your Diet

Let's start this article off right. You are not 'going on a diet'. Our concept of 'a diet' implies a temporary change that will work miracles - if we're only strong enough to stick to it. That way of thinking is encouraged by decades of 'fad diets' that promised us quick, low-effort weight loss, if we just ate this one miracle food. I still remember the Cabbage diet, the No-Carb diet and the Banana diet, among others. Over and over throughout the last 40 years, diets that advocated eating by a strictly enforced menu have been proven ineffective, or worse, dangerous.
Going on a diet also implies that you will eventually go off your diet - whether you 'fall off' it, or return to 'normal eating'. The secret to losing weight and keeping it off is to create a new eati View the rest of this article

What Is Electronic-Data-Interchange?

Electronic-Data-Interchange, or EDI is a method of computer to computer exchange of various types of information. While many people know of the internet and the World Wide Web as communication methods, the electronic-data-interchange is much similar. It allows the transfer of data from one place to the next with very minimal need for people to get involved.
Today, the Electronic-Data-Interchange is regulated. It offers specific interchange methods that transpire overseas and nationally as standard bodies when it comes to moving information and business transactions from one place to the next. For example, this is the most common form of communication in the process of purchasing goods and services. Communication for the location to the financial institution to de View the rest of this article

Waste...Where will we put it and will we survive it's effects



1.

The Spoils of Eden
by G H Thomas
Waste!!! Where will we put it and will we survive its effects?
Where does it begin, and where will it end?
In the United States, the world?s biggest producer of waste, including food and an
endless collection of unwanted goods, many harmful to our health, the business of
burying in the ground, what we no longer want, need, or have had our fill of, has
become, a billion-dollar business.?But little help to the environment?
According to The World Book Encyclopedia there are more than 6,500 landfills
in the continental United States. The simplest arithmetic produces a total of 130
landfills in each state. More in the larger states and fewer in the smaller state.
There are View the rest of this article

Is Your VOIP Service Secure?

For individuals, VOIP security is primarily a matter of preventing others from eavesdropping on their conversations. Some VOIP service providers offer voice security through encryption or separate data routes. Regular precautions for transferring files should, of course, always be followed. A firewall should be in place for protecting your computer from the internet and any data or program that is downloaded should be checked for viruses. But users should reealize that VOIP hardware devices are inherently more vulnerable to attack. Some types of equipment can be made unstable or inoperable when they receive certain types of data. Some internet phones are also susceptible to data piracy, revealing private information under certain conditions. While this probably won't View the rest of this article

Review Of Lemon Jelly - 64-95

Track listing:
'88 AKA Come Down On Me
'68 AKA Only Time
'93 AKA Don't Stop Now
'95 AKA Make Things Right
'79 AKA The Shouty Track
'75 AKA Stay With You
'76 AKA The Slow Train
'90 AKA Man Like Me
'64 AKA Go
North London duo Fred Deakin and Nick Franglen AKA Lemon Jelly return with their unique brand of downbeat madness, melody and whimsical humour.
They've come a long way since 2000's debut album "KY", a compilation of their first three limited 10" vinyl EP's. A rapidly expanding fanbase and the release of 2002's "Lost Horizon's" were quickly followed by a Brit and Mercury Music Prize nominations. All of this would have undoubtedly piled the pressure on for their next album release, '64-'95, built around a selection of samp View the rest of this article

Teak Patio Furniture Use And Care

When the weather gets colder, many homeowners face a dilemma: to keep their patio furniture outside, with proper weatherproofing, or take it inside and try to accommodate in a basement or garage. But with teak patio furniture, you will no longer want to stash the patio set in the basement. Instead, you will want to flaunt it all year long.
Teak patio furniture is becoming more popular each day, with more designers exploring the timeless charm of teak wood. This wood, which grows in Burma, Indonesia and other exotic locations, is extremely durable, light and convenient, and it ages with a stunning grace.
According to historians, woven wicker furniture was first used in ancient Egypt. But since that time teak has become a favorite of garden furniture manufactur View the rest of this article

Email Marketing: Affordable Internet Marketing Technique

Email marketing is labeled as a killer method when it comes to effective low-cost Internet marketing endeavors. This is because it is the most widely-used and has the best reputation in bringing targeted traffic to websites. It is used to stay in touch with your customers or prospective customers, send out invitations, or make special offers.
It's as easy as writing an e-mail that may be in a form of a newsletter or a plain announcement, and sending that to as many targeted recipients as possible. However, there's an ideal way of going about it. Email marketing is not just about writing any email that you will be sending to anybody. To clarify that, here are some simple tips in doing email marketing the best way possible.
1. Join the "Can Spam" campaign.
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Manifesting Abundance Though be Careful What You Wish For

What does it take to manifest abundance into someone?s life? For me manifesting joy takes no effort, there are so many simple things I get joy out of. As a matter of fact I lead quite an abundant simple life.
I?m talking more about big material things here like manifesting money - lots of it, business success, and living a contented life where everything?s taken care of.
Does attracting abundance take lots of meditation and positive affirmations or does it take a bit more than that? Is it as easy as setting an intention for abundance to materialise at our door step?
Well, meditation has, without a doubt, brought me inner peace and a change of perception. Positive affirmations set the mood for my day, and setting intentions enables me to goal set conceptua View the rest of this article

Determining Coin Values

Factors that Influence the Value of Collectible Coins
If you are interested in collecting coins, it?s important to be able to have a rough idea of how much coins are worth. Knowing how coin values are determined will enable you to find good deals, and ensure that you don?t get cheated into paying too much money for a coin with a low worth.
Supply Influences Coin Values
One major factor in determining coin values is the law of supply and demand. If there are many coins of a particular type available, that coin will not be worth much. On the other hand, if only a very few coins of that type are produced, the coin values will rise. This is why a completely normal-looking copper penny minted in 1943 is worth about $200,000, whereas a 2,000 year old Roman coin View the rest of this article

Finding And Overcoming The Source Of Your Fears And Stresses

A sure way to overcoming your fears and anxieties is in finding the source of your fears and being able to manage it. In dealing with any kinds of fears or anxieties, try to learn what is the real source of your fears and anxieties. Knowing what is causing your anxieties can go a long way in finding the solution.
A person can find the source of his or her own fears by doing some self evaluation and also by talking to a professional. Asking yourself questions such as: ?Why am I afraid? or ?What is causing my anxiety? will lead you in the right direction in finding the source of your fears. Give it some time and eventually you will find the answers your looking for.
Once you find the true source of your fears, the next step is to find the solutions that will so View the rest of this article

Applying Lean Six Sigma To Service

Although both Six Sigma and Lean Flow have their roots in manufacturing, it works just as effectively in service industries. Much of the U.S. economy is now based on services rather than manufacturing and many service organization managers are wondering how they can achieve the tremendous process improvement benefits of Lean Six Sigma to their service organization. Many service organizations have already begun to blend the higher quality of Six Sigma with the efficiency of Lean into Lean Six Sigma. The effects have been significant and long-lasting.
Service organizations have different root causes of problems and a unique set of processes and metrics. As a result, the tools and methodology required to achieve the improvements of Lean Six Sigma are significantly d View the rest of this article

Stamp Collecting Tips

Stamp collecting is an age-old hobby that holds the interest of millions of people the world over. Stamp collecting began in the 1840’s when the first stamps were issued. “Stamp madness,” or “timbromania” swept through Europe and spread worldwide. Stamp collecting is not as popular as it once was, but there are still an estimated 25 million people in the US alone and over 200 million around the world who still collect.
It is not hard to get started in the infamous art of stamp collecting, nor is it overly expensive. There are a few must have items needed to begin: tweezer-like tongs to handle stamps, a magnifying glass, a stamp album, and of course, the stamps.
The first thing to decide is what type of stamps you wish to collect. Many people collect new stamp View the rest of this article

When It Pays To Be A Smart Buyer

When buying things from E-bay, it's the responsibility of the shopper to protect his or her identity and well being. That's why it's a must for every online shopper to keep in mind some rules on how to buy safely from E-bay so as to avoid frauds, scams, and cheaters.
Here are 15 tips on how to buy safely from E-Bay:
1. The buyer should analyze the item list extensively. It's a must that the buyer understands every word written on the item list. Buyers should contemplate on the item and its description over and over again before hitting that bid button.
2. It's a must for every buyers to know the seller's demographic profile, selling history, and the feedbacks tendered by the other shoppers.
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Light Calorie Cooking: How To Cook Low Calorie Foods Which Still Taste Fantastic

Many people these days want to control their diets so they are eating low calorie foods, but low calorie foods that still taste great. The way to get low calorie foods that taste great is through light calorie cooking. There are a few tips to consider when embarking on light calorie cooking adventures where the calories are low but the taste is high.
Margarine As Opposed to Butter
When following recipes when preparing a meal, there are many recipes that now list a choice between using butter as an ingredient or margarine. By using margarine in the recipe instead of butter the cook cuts the caloric content significantly yet still keeps a good taste overall. It is very hard to tell the difference between margarine and butter that is used in cooked foods and sin View the rest of this article

Skate Bored?

Though skateboards were around in the early 50's and 60's and actually very widely used back then they weren't well made and so eventually died out. The early ones were basically just milk crates with roller skate wheels and maybe a handle. More like a scooter. The wheels were the big problem, being mostly of clay, and resulted in lots of accidents from slipping or breaking and causing a fall. Even with better boards the wheels still created difficulty, and the sport pretty well died out in the mid-60's.
It wasn't until the 1970's that Frank Nasworthy, a surfer, developed a wheel made from urethane and then added precision bearings, and bolted them to a good quality board. The sport took off again.
The first skateboard parks from that time were mainly empty p View the rest of this article

How To Avoid Bankruptcy & Get Out Of Debt Faster Using Debt Negotiation!

Has credit card debt got you thinking about bankruptcy?
You?re not the only one these days. Even with the new bankruptcy laws, credit card debt continues to climb. Unfortunately for most of us, our paychecks don?t climb as quickly.
If you?re on the verge of bankruptcy, you may have another alternative.
Debt negotiation is a process where you negotiate with your creditors to pay off your debts at a reduced amount ? for example, if you owe $12,000, you can negotiation a payoff of $5,000. The benefit for the creditor is that they get more money than they may have through bankruptcy, and they get the money sooner. The benefit for you is obvious ? you get out of debt faster, and save lots of money in interest.
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Link Popularity Software

Do you really want to make your website popular? Then first of all, try to make out as many quality links as possible. And while generating links for your website, keep knowing your links’ popularity in between. Yes, it is really crucial for you to keep a check on the performance of your links. To know that these links are working well for your website, you can even use link popularity software.
Before laying your hands on any software, you must know the basics of link popularity by heart. As right links can be greatly beneficial for your website’s promotion, the junk links will only prove disastrous to your page ranking.
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Eight Rules For ETF Success

Managing a global portfolio of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is a great way to build a diversified portfolio with exposure to equities around the globe. Fortunately, you need not be a rocket scientist to do this, but many investors fail to observe some basic guidelines, and it can get them into real trouble. Follow these eight steps and sleep easier.
1. Liquidity Comes First: Before you even think of building an investment portfolio, you should set aside about six months of income in a ?rainy day? account. This could be put into a money market fund or U.S. Treasury securities. Having this money set aside will ease your mind and allow you to be more open and creative with your global portfolios.
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The Value of Online Directories

Web directories are an important component to search engine positioning. Directories come in all shapes and sizes, some are generic, while others are highly specialized. Directories, are defined as categorized topics or collections of information organized into a tree like structure where categories are used to define each groups association. Large directories like Yahoo tend to have general themes and may charge for listings. While smaller niche directories like http://www.finance-investing.com offer free listings and profit from advertising revenue or pay per click models like Google AdSense. Being listed in a directory not only brings in targeted traffic, it provides a one-way link from a website with similar content. Directories are generally highly ranked in sea View the rest of this article

You Can Find Stunning Art Deco Jewelry

You can find a long history for Art Deco Jewelry. This style of jewelry can be dated back to the mid 1920s. This type of art was inspired by the “Exposition Internationales des Arts Decoratifs and Industriels Modernes”. This movement took place in Paris, France in the mid 1920s, with the term “Art Deco” not becoming the popular term until many years later in the 1960s.
Jewelry in the Art Deco style has very few curves, but has abundant angular forms and straight lines. Starting out more delicate in its design, Art Deco jewelry moved toward the trend of blockier, bolder styled pieces termed “Art Moderne”. You can find Art Deco jewelry in many shapes. Some look like animals, including dogs, butterflies and insects, while some look like plants, leaves and floral des View the rest of this article

Party Poker Room Review

Party Poker is one of the world's largest online poker rooms with over 70,000 players. They cover almost 60% of the online poker market. Now what this means to you as a poker player is that with the large number of players and rooms you will never have to wait for a game, the player quality is relatively poor compared to rooms like Ultimate Bet and Poker Stars. As mentioned earlier start playing with play money and once you get hold of the game you may jump to the real money game. They have around 18,500 - 19,200 ring game players and 26,700 - 28,000 tournaments players live during peak hours.





Party Poker has some great signup bonus offers, $25 extra, 20% extra up to $100 and free entry to the partypoker.com million qualifying tournaments ($34 va View the rest of this article

5 Easy Ways to Lift the Spirit

I tried the conventional way for many years and found that nothing ever really changed for me. I still got sick, still got sad, and was still unhappy for long periods, rarely experiencing joy and peacefulness.
What to do?
Luckily for me there?s always been that curiosity of what?s out there in the alternative world including the alternative therapies. I?ve tried many of them over the years and will continue to do so, all in the hope I can make things better for my body, mind and spirit. And it has.
I?m aware that what may work for me may not work for someone else, so the message is to keep trying until you find something that will suit your needs.
Many times I?ve been told they?ve tried everything. What is everything? What it actually boiled down to y View the rest of this article

The Forklift And How It Can Make Your Life Easier

The forklift is a machine that will power you beyond what you can physically do. It offers an ability to lift, to move, and to utilize better the materials that are necessary. Many of the factories, landscaping outfits as well as warehouses of all sorts use these powerful machines to move stuff from one place to another easily. Anyone in the business of selling products most likely will need a forklift of some sort to help them. But, let’s take a closer look at what these machines are and what the forklift can do for the average business owner.
Realize that the forklift is powerful enough to lift thousands of pounds without much muscle. They look quite similar to a construction vehicle in that they are designed of steel and often have an open air about them. The View the rest of this article

Rome hotel

With Rome hotel You can make a reservation once you have chosen your hotel in Rome.
In our pages about Rome hotels You can see the complete index of hotels and you can display colorful pictures , as well as tariffs and useful informations since your arrival at Rome airports.

All our Rome hotels are perfect for a romantic journey in the Eternal City , a relaxing time or for a business trip. You will find all our Rome hotels conveniently located on a quiet side street in the center of Rome: the accommodations we offer you are just at few minutes from Rome's monuments.
For those of you that want to wonder further, Rome underground is just around the corner of your Rome hotel.

Our hotel rooms are above the usual three-star hotel in Rome, t View the rest of this article

The Nile Cruise - In the Footsteps of the Pharaohs

Egypt is where history first emerged. It is here that we have the first pictographic record of events and persons. Hieroglyphics, the system of writing used by ancient Egyptians can be traced back to about 3200 BC. At about 3180 BC, the nations of Upper and Lower Egypt were brought under the rule of a single king titled Pharaoh. The first Pharaoh is thought to have been Menes, who set his capital at Memphis, 22 km south of Giza in today's Cairo. The Pharaohs established the systems that brought forth the highly successful Egyptian civilization.





The history of Ancient Egypt lasted for about 3,000 years. Ancient Egypt declined, was overrun and thereafter ruled by foreign powers. The Greeks and Romans who ruled after the decline were aware of the g View the rest of this article

Best places for the African Safari

If you decide to go to Africa, you surely shouldn’t miss the opportunity to see its nature, its animals and birds, its savannas and deserts, its jungles and waterfalls. For many centuries the most of the Africa countries have been colonies of the great European powers – mainly Great Britain and France. Nowadays Africa is free and open for tourists. Kenya, South Africa and Tanzania have become very popular travel destinations. Now, in Africa there are a lot of natural parks where you can enjoy carefully preserved flora and fauna. Several decades ago, only desperate courageous people risked traveling across Africa. In the beginning of the XXI century one can make his trip to Africa with all the necessary comfort.

The best and the world-known safari destinatio View the rest of this article

The World Series Of Poker - Let The Games Begin

In days gone by the game of poker was reserved for dimly lit barrooms, and back rooms filled with smoke. Times have changed. Poker has become nationally recognized as a game, not a bar-brawling excuse for fighting. Millions follow the world series of poker.
Initially the world series of poker was an event held in Las Vegas mainly to draw publicity. Now the world series of poker is nationally televised, and has huge crowds as the games progress. There?s even been best-selling books written about the world series of poker.
No longer an evil, threatening type, the world series of poker attracts the interest of everyone. Men and women alike are mesmerized by people like Mike "The Mouth" Matusow, who recently won $1,000,000.00 at the tournament of champions in Las View the rest of this article

Texas Hold'em Rules: One Of The Favorite Games Of Poker

A refresher for the returning champion, and a quick guide for the beginner. Knowing the Texas hold'em rules can make all the difference in your game and the winnings you take home. Even a long timer may need a refresher every now and then. Take a moment and read below to be on your way to enjoying and understanding the game.
In the game Texas Hold 'Em you use a standard 52 card deck. After the cards are shuffled or as with Internet Texas Hold'em you make your start by placing the predetermined amount of money into the pot, which is also called, posting the blinds. This occurs before any cards being dealt.
Often the first player (the player directly beside the dealer on the left) puts half the minimum in the pot and then all other players put in the full minim View the rest of this article

Budgeting for Your Special Wedding Day

Getting married is still very much in vogue and with so much choice available for when where and how to get married, with careful planning you should be able to guarantee that your wedding day will indeed be a very special day.
Budgeting for that special wedding day is important as you could run up bills amounting to many thousands of pounds. Decide what you budget is at the outset, stick to it and don?t be swayed and end up spending more than you can afford.
Some of the biggest expenses will arise from the cost of the wedding attire with the bridal outfit accounting for a substantial sum of money. On top of that will be the costs of bridesmaid dresses, flowers, corsages and suit hire or purchase for the groom and best man. The View the rest of this article

How TCA Skin Peels Work

While it is true that physical beauty is just skin deep, it is still no reason why people, particularly women, should disregard basic skin care. Since the skin is our outermost layer, it is exposed to the harsh elements of the environment. And because it is not uncommon for people to base judgments from our cover, with the face being the first thing they look at, it is only proper that we go to great lengths to keep our skin looking clean and fresh.
There are a lot of skin care products in the market today. Unlike before when a normal bar of soap was used for skin cleansing, cosmetic companies are now producing a wide variety of skin care treatments that can address various skin concerns. However, there are cases when treatments need to be more aggressive, especi View the rest of this article

Eating To Gain Mass

This is usually the forgotten element of most mass programs. Food. The truth is, no one will gain muscle without food. It seems so simple and basic, yet most don't get enough of it to build muscle.
Dieting for muscle gain is simply a matter of eating. You must eat more calories than your body burns off. Now, when I say eat, I do not mean just anything. All calories are not created equal. In other words, some types of calories are not equal to others for gaining muscle. For example, if I said that you need to eat 2,000 calories per day to gain weight, and you eat 4 bags of potato chips each day, do you think you would gain muscle? Not likely.
The majority of your weight would be fat. Why? Because potato chips, like most processed junk food, contains empty, tot View the rest of this article

The Best Credit Card Promotions Available In The Market

In determining which credit card to choose, it?s best to know the purpose of getting the card. Credit card companies may offer cards to their clients that have flexible terms with varying annual percentage rates or APRs. In choosing a credit card, an individual will need to study carefully and understand the purpose for getting the credit card.
Different credit cards have different features, APRs, annual membership fees and promotions that they provide their users.
Some credit cards may offer low APRs with no annual membership on the first few years of use although these may change to higher APRs and varying membership costs after the expiration of their waived membership fees and low APRs. In this example, the use of this particular credit card may only be a View the rest of this article

3 Simple Steps To A More Restful Sleep Tonight

Picture this: It's 5:27 PM. You're hungry after a busy day at work, itching to get home to see your family, and now you're stuck in traffic. Frustration sets in. But you're used to it since this is an every day occurrence.
So you finally stroll into your house at 6:04 PM, your 2 young children are clamoring for your attention, and they're hungry too. You pop some frozen dinners in the microwave knowing full well they're not healthy, but also knowing that you just don't have time to think, much less cook. After a quick dinner consisting of Salisbury Steak you're day's not even close to over.
Now it's time to do laundry, read with the kids, and of course a day's work left over from the office. When do you have time to rest? At night you keep telling yourself. < View the rest of this article

T-Mobile Sidekick: The Cool Gizmo You’ll Love To Own

The T-Mobile Sidekick II, the successor of the famed T-Mobile Sidekick, can be called the ultimate communication gadget. Launched in the US market by leading telephone carrier T-Mobile, the Sidekick II is not only helps you communicate, but has some great features that allow you to have a great time communicating!
The T-Mobile Sidekick II has been launched after ironing out some of the problems that plagued the earlier version. Here’s some vital statistics. The Sidekick II is fully loaded and weighs 6.49 ounces. It measures 5.12 x 2.60 x 0.87 inches and comes with a lithium-ion battery that provides up to 4.5 hours of digital talk time and 60 hours of digital standby time. Sidekick Ii runs on the GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 frequencies and has a one year limited warra View the rest of this article

Your Questions On Canine Hip Dysplasia - Answered.

What is canine hip dysplasia?
Canine hip dysplasia (CHD) is one of the most frustrating diseases in veterinary medicine today simply because it is so difficult to prevent and treat. CHD is a developmental disease of the bones in which the head of the thigh bone poorly fits the hip socket, causing damage to the cartilage, gradual destruction of the joint, pain and swelling. This disease should not be confused with hip arthritis. Rather, it is the most common cause of arthritis in the hips.
How is canine hip dysplasia transmitted?
CHD is a heritable disease. It is passed on by the parents to the offspring. The only effective measure therefore to eradicate the disease is to prevent dogs with hip dysplasia from breeding. However, this is easier said than done View the rest of this article

Cutting Edge Tips To Help You Sharpen Your Knives

Getting straight to the point may be the best way to handle conversation, but it?s not the ideal way to sharpen a knife. Knives are invaluable tools around the kitchen and other areas of the home, but if they aren?t sharp, they are useless ? and dangerous.
Whether you buy expensive knives or cheap knives, they all get dull with use. You can have your knives serviced by a professional, or you can learn how to sharpen your knives yourself. A word of caution: learning to sharpen your knives takes time and practice; don?t begin by trying to sharpen your best knives on your own as you could damage the blades.
Although your knives may seem sharp, a practical test can tell you whether your knives need to be sharpened. Slice a ripe tomato ? if you can slice the tomat View the rest of this article

Media Players And The Digital Age

It is important for you to know exactly what a media player is, and how you may want to use it with your lifestyle. Remember the longer you wait to learn, the more you will feel left behind and possibly be missing many entertainments features too.
The word multimedia player has its beginnings with the media technology from radio and TV. It is just another form of communication written in computer software as files, which creates another form of communication for people to use. Media player software has created many new forms to communicate with called multimedia devices. When people think of multimedia software, they think digital. A media player is used to transmit text, graphics, audio and video. Options exist today that up until a decade ago, seemed impossible View the rest of this article

Featuring the 2006 Toyota Avalon and the Best Toyota Parts from Toyota Parts Online

You probably have not heard of a Toyota car that flopped, a clunker in the market, so to speak. This can be due to Toyota’s excellent marketing strategies or simply, to Toyota’s high level of expertise and dedication to what it does. From being the largest Japanese auto maker, Toyota has now become America’s third largest auto maker and one of the biggest and the well-known in the world.
Looking up to Toyota’s remarkable track record in the automotive industry, Toyota Parts Online delivers to wide range of Toyota auto users equally high quality Toyota parts from reputable Toyota parts manu View the rest of this article

Tips For Family Holiday In Bali

Bali is a perfect place for those who are on holiday with children. Bring all your family to explore the island. You all will love the natural surroundings, and it is definitely easy to find a baby sitter or somebody to take care of your kids.
Kids club are available in major hotels. Many hotels offer family room with children discounts policy which is good optional for family term.
Bali villa is also a good alternative for accommodation, which is now becomes holiday trend in Bali. Mostly one villa consists of more than one bedroom that caters for family.
Range of attractions that are friendly for children can be also easily found in Bali.
Children's attractions in Bali vary from surf, sand and beach activities; cultural activities such as dancing, te View the rest of this article

Dog Clothes: Essential Fashion Items For Your Dog

A dog is a man’s best friend. Yes! The affable chap is your best companion. If you own a dog, you definitely love to shower him with affection. Anything you do for your dog, even a little attention, brings him happiness. And you love him like a baby. Don’t you?
You probably spend a lot of money on quality dog food, biscuits and vet bills. But does your dog possess a sufficient variety of clothing? Why it roams stark naked at times. It’s time you get some really cool dog clothes for your favorite friend this season. The clothes your dog wears reflect your personal style statement.
Are you aware of the fact that clothing for dogs is readily available in the market? The range varies from dog coats to dog hats, dog formal wear, dog collars and much more.
One View the rest of this article

VOIP Small Business/Home Business Advantage

Small businesses, home-based businesses, and self-employed individuals have been turning to internet telephone service (also called broadband phone or VOIP) in droves. What is the attraction? As a self-employed, telecommuting, small-business-owning freelance writer, I can provide some insight. I switched my business to internet phones early in 2005. Despite a few hiccups, I'm not going back to landlines. Internet phone service has too many advantages, which I'll describe for you. I also have some tips for avoiding possible rough patches. VOIP Internet Phone Small Business and SOHO Advantages VOIP Advantage No. 1: Look bigger. * If your small business has to seem large, a virtual PBX with a dial-by-name directory might help. These systems cost thousands to install. Bu View the rest of this article

Yoga Meditation

As it is generally admitted by yoga practitioners and yoga trainers, yoga sessions are very much about self equilibrium, peacefulness and meditation. By practicing meditation we can all reach the sublime state of learning the purpose of our existence and maximizing our will to reach it.
Studies have proven that meditation highly contributes to both physical and psychological well-being, which is why yoga routines consider the practice of meditation as one of its main principles.
Reducing physical pain, stress and blood pressure, meditation promotes a state of mind, by which we can achieve self-healing. Due to all these uncontestable benefits that this practice involves, there is a great variety of information available in different formats, regarding the most View the rest of this article

Beer Coasters Will Drive Visitors To You

If you want more traffic on your beer label?s website, the simple, useful and well-accepted beer coaster may be the answer! A recent German market survey describes the beer coaster as one of the consumers? favorite forms of advertising. Survey participants classified beer coaster ads as entertaining, eye-catching, appealing and non-intrusive. More than 50% would take a coaster home with them ? and they?re a lot more useful than a soggy cocktail napkin. Their durability is what makes coasters a viable advertising format.
The direct marketing situation is ideal. Your customers come across a beer coaster in their free time in a relaxed atmosphere where their attention will be drawn to the coaster on the table. With your brewery?s website address prominently advertis View the rest of this article

Top Five Reasons To Use Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo is a unique alternative as a flooring option. Both beautiful and durable, bamboo floors can add beauty to any area of your home and can withstand the wear and tear of daily life.
Here are my top five reasons to choose bamboo flooring for your home:

1. Aesthetic Beauty
Contrary to popular belief, bamboo is actually a grass not a wood product. Because of this difference, bamboo has a different look than your typical hardwood floors. Color can be determined by the manufacturing process (length of time carbonized) and your typical order of bamboo flooring will be rather uniform in color and easy to match when installing. Also, staining is now possible for bamboo floors resulting in over thirty different styles and colors being available. With this View the rest of this article

Essential Care Tips For Your Dog

Dogs are loving pets. But caring for them is a bit of hard work. Here are some tips to consider in taking care of your dog:
If you do not have a dog yet, consider the area where your dog can exercise. If you have a big yard where you could exercise or play with your dog, you might want to get a large dog such as a German Shepherd, Labrador, or Golden Retriever. If you have a smaller space, get a smaller dog like a Terrier or Dachshund. These types of dogs need little exercise compared with the larger dogs.
You also need to consider your dog if there are children in your house. Some dogs like Pit bulls and Dalmatians sometimes get to be temperamental.
It is important that you groom your dog. A regular groom is recommended. Dog’s ears should be cleaned, wit View the rest of this article

Fats And Carbs - Good Or Evil?

Fats and carbohydrates are two building blocks of a healthy diet, but many people do not understand their role in proper nutrition. While the daily intake of fats and oils should be limited, these elements are still a vital part of the diet. The key is to make smart choices when it comes to fats and oils. That means substituting saturated fats with unsaturated fats, and using healthier, lighter oils in cooking.
Let?s look at the role fats and oils play in the diet. Fats are necessary for supplying energy to the body. In addition, fats supply essential fatty acids and act as carriers for fat soluble vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K and the carotenoids. In addition, fats have an important role to play as building blocks for various tissues a View the rest of this article

Know Your Friendly Neighborhood Assistance Dogs

Dogs, aside from being his best friend has also served man in so many useful and varied ways – from shepherding, to cattle rustling, to rescue, and protecting property. It doesn’t come as a surprise that they also are able to assist those who cannot get about by themselves. Assistance dogs are specially trained dogs that serve to complement, assist, and aid those that may have some sort of limitation. They have also become indispensable to some who have difficulty with mobility due to some disability.
Below are a few ways dogs have truly become man’s best friend as assistance dogs.
Guide Dogs:
When you mention assistance dogs, this is the first function they perform that comes to mind. These types of dogs help those who have visual impairment and help the View the rest of this article

Paris Hotels

Paris, City of Light is the apex of architectural beauty, artistic expression, and culinary delight.Each of Paris's 20 arrondissements possesses a unique style and flavor. You'll want to decide which district appeals most to you and then try to find accommodations there. Later on, try to visit as many areas as you can so you get the full taste of Paris. Paris is also full of beautiful hotels. Hotel Du Leman is a completely renovated 3 star hotel located in the heart of Paris. The François 1er is a jewel in the luxury hotel industry of Paris. · The Le Meridien Etoile is a deluxe hotel located half an hour from both the Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport and Orly Airport. Air France shuttle bus stops at the hotel and departs every 20 minutes to Charles de Gaulle Airport View the rest of this article

Bad Credit? Get A Payday Cash Advance Loan With No Credit Check

Do you have bad credit history? Even with a recent bankruptcy or foreclosure, if you are in need of some emergency cash, you may want to consider getting a payday loan. The benefits are you get the cash fast and it is an easy process, compared to applying for a new personal loan. You can apply for free with payday loan companies online.
How Payday Loans Work - A payday loan or cash advance company will do no credit checks to qualify you for the loan. The loan is based on your ability to repay the loan. This can be verified by a check stub from your employer and a verified bank account.
2 Kinds of Payday Loans - There are basically two kinds of payday or cash advance loans online. There are faxless or paperless payday loans where there is no faxing necessary t View the rest of this article

A City of 650 Bridges, Sauerkraut and 7 Christmas Markets??

Berlin, quite surprisingly, has more water surfaces and bridges (650 approx) than Venice, Amsterdam and Stockholm put together! This beautiful capital city and heartbeat of Germany, Berlin is a fascinating place year round with a vast array of attractions to entice all visitors to it again and again especially in the Winter months when its 7 Christmas Markets are out in full force. From traditional markets selling Christmas arts and crafts including hand-blown glass objects, jewellery to mulled wine and cinnamon buns, visiting these markets is a fantastic and fun lead up to Christmas for all the family. Sightseeing is intense in Berlin?from the remnants of the former Wall to the Brandenburg Gate to Checkpoint Charlie, there is a lot to see in Berlin. A short city bre View the rest of this article

Making Your Own Flower Arrangements

Flowers have long been used to symbolize life?s important events and emotions. Roses are symbols of love, lilies, the flowers of death and renewal, and carnations a sign of appreciation. We use flowers as wedding decorations, Valentine?s Day presents and Christmas ornaments. No matter what the occasion is, a beautiful flower arrangement is a wonderful way to celebrate life through vibrant colors and rich floral scents.
Florists provide customers with a variety of arrangements made specifically for certain occasions and events. However, if you are on a budget, flower arrangements can be fairly pricey. Professional florists charge exorbitant amounts for their expertise, and the flowers themselves can be extremely expensive. Making your own arrangements can be a fun View the rest of this article

Why Fair Trade Organic Coffee?

=================================================== Written By: Amy Dalton Coffee is the worlds second largest traded food commodity. However, because of the demand traditional coffee is sprayed with DDT, as well as pesticides, herbicides and fungicides which we know to be hazardous to our health and the environment. So the folks that demand organic coffee are in fact health conscious consumers. Now as I said above, coffee is a high demand product, number two on the food commodity list tells the huge demand. However, the people that produce our coffee have been abused for years. We have been paying tiny amounts of money for their labors. Realize that most of the coffee you drink is HAND PICKED by poor coffee farmers in distant lands. These folks until now had little View the rest of this article

Blog And Ping Your Way To Traffic

If you have a website then you are certainly interested in having it do as well as it possibly can in the search engine rankings. However, did you know that you do have some control over getting good rankings and increasing your traffic? That is right; you can take your website?s success into your own hands and increase your traffic and income by blogging and pinging. Don?t know what blogging and pinging are? Read on to find out!
Blogging
A blog is just the short way of saying web log, which can be compared to an online journal or diary. However, blogs don?t have to be personal information. They can include news, thoughts, opinions, challenges, history, and anything the blogger wants. The most important aspect of a blog is that it is updated on a schedule and View the rest of this article

How To Play Omaha Poker

Ohama Poker plays the second best in attracting a large amount of people in card games next to Texas Hold’em. Ohama Poker is very similar to Texas Hold’em, with the main difference being that a player can choose his or her hand out of nine cards instead of seven. This is the reason for the growing popularity of the game.
Omaha, which has the same structure as Texas Hold’em, is played very similar to Texas Hold'em; the only difference being that each player is dealt four hole cards instead of two. The players post the blinds and then receive their hole cards. After receiving the hole cards, a betting round takes place and then comes the ‘flop’, the ‘turn’ and the ‘river’ with a betting round between each of them.
The main difference between Omaha and Texas Hol View the rest of this article

The Gift Of Drink: Using Mugs As Gifts

During the holidays, there is nothing better than sitting down in a warm home to watch the lovely tree glisten while holding a nice warm mug of your favorite drink. Mugs are a part of the holidays, whether we realize it or not. This holiday season, you can give interesting gifts to your family and friends using mugs. If you are looking for a small and unique gift to give someone this year, consider these fun and original ideas.
To begin, you will need to gather a mug for each individual you are giving to. You can choose mugs to suit their personality. If one person loves dogs, consider getting a dog mug, while if someone else loves sports, you can get a mug with their favorite team on the front. After gathering all of the mugs, gather your favorite warm drink rec View the rest of this article

Antique Oriental Rugs

These are the largest antique Oriental rug dealers, importers, providers, online galleries and companies available in the United States.
Krikor Markarian antique rug and carpet gallery (markarianantiquerugs.com): Located in New York City, Krikor Markarian specializes in collectible antique tribal rugs and other woven artefacts from the main Near Eastern and Asian weaving areas. It features 19th century Caucasian rugs, 19th century Persian tribal and village rugs, antique Central Asian weavings and antique Anatolian rugs.
Nalbandian Inc. (www.nalbandian.com/antiques/antiques.htm): is a floor covering company that includes antique Oriental rugs, tapestries and textiles in its collection since 1826. The business started in Ceasaria, (kaisery) Turkey, extending t View the rest of this article

How To Deal With A Gambling Problem

A gambling problem usually occurs when a person over indulges in gambling, ending up being indebted and having dysfunctional relationships with loved ones.
First of all, Gambling is addictive. The risk and the winning can have a psychological effect on a person, making him unreasonable and irrational.
The first step to solving a gambling problem is acknowledging it. Gamblers Anonymous have the following set of questions to test if you indeed have gambling problems.
1. Did you ever lose time from work or school due to gambling?
2. Has gambling ever made your home life unhappy?
3. Did gambling affect your reputation?
4. Have you ever felt remorse after gambling?
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Website Colors

In 1994, Netscape defined 216 colors that have priority in browsers based on the 256 colors displayed by an 8-bit system. 40 colors display differently between PCs and MACs and are therefore eliminated.
These 216 fixed colors, known as web safe colors are universally recognized by all browsers and operating systems. This means that web pages which use only these colors have a better chance of looking the same on any browser.
Less than 5% of computer systems are currently using 8-bit systems and are thus confined to 256 colors. However, you should still use web safe colors as a starting point, especially for logos, flat color illustrations, backgrounds, and large areas of the same color in any image.
Colors are made up of 3 pairs of hexadecimal digits. Eac View the rest of this article

Instant Cash Loans ? Avoiding High Fees

You have heard the stories of people taking out a cash advance only to owe more in finance charges than in principal. You can?t help but ask ? how did this happen? Will it happen to me? You can avoid such situations if you shop wisely for a cash advance company and pay your loan on time.
Rolling Fees
Cash advance lenders charge on average $15 for every $100 borrowed. If you were comparing APR, it would be 390%. Some lenders? APR can be as high as 1000%. This usually occurs when the pay back period is calculated in days rather than weeks.
So a cash advance of $100 will require a payment of $115 on payday. If that loan is rolled over for another two weeks, the loan payment will be $130. Do that for four pay periods, and you will owe $60 in finance charges. View the rest of this article

Best Casino Movies

Las Vegas and its casinos have always been an inspiration for filmmakers looking to inject excitement and intrigue into their movies. One of the most famous movies with a Las Vegas backdrop is 1960?s ?Ocean?s Eleven?, which sees the members of the original ?Rat Pack? ? Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis ? planning to rob five of the top casinos in Vegas in just one night. Things go according to plan ? at least until after the heists.
?Ocean?s Eleven? was remade successfully in 2001 by Steven Soderburgh, who cast George Clooney in the leading role of Danny Ocean and Brad Pitt, Matt Damon and Elliott Gould as gang members, amongst others. The 2001 version updated the storyline while still putting across the same glamorous image of Vegas as in the first movie. View the rest of this article

When Your At The End Of Your Rope With Your Anxieties

What do you do when you feel that your at the end of your rope with your anxieties, depression, and fears? During this time, the best thing to do is not to give up and not to lose hope. In the meantime, here is a list of brief techniques that a person can use to overcome your depression, fears, and anxiety.
Sometimes we encounter a scary situation that gets us all upset. When encountering these events, always remember to get all of the facts of the given situation. Gathering the facts can prevent us from relying on exaggerated and fearful assumptions. By focusing on the facts, a person can rely on what is reality and what is not.
Take it one day at a time. Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week or coming month, try to focus on View the rest of this article

Frugal, Free, and Cheap: Finding a Goldmine Online

When the Internet first began everything was free. In fact, that was the basic philosophy of the Internet: the creation of a worldwide community that would share freely all sorts of facts, figures, programs, help, advice, and everything in between. But ever since big business hit the Internet things have changed. Now, it is difficult to find anything for free. But don't despair. There are websites dedicated to the philosophy of frugal living. These sites can direct you to hundreds and thousands of free or discounted things on the Internet. How to find free stuff online It's so simple. You can find all sorts of free and discounted stuff or coupons that will secure great savings. Here are a selection of some of the best sites for frugal and free stuff. For more, simply View the rest of this article


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Understanding Sleep And Hibernate Power Settings On Your Computer

New computers come with two new power settings that may be unfamiliar to many people. The settings known as ?sleep? and ?hibernate? may sound fun and playful but can actually be powerful tools to extend the life of your computer, give your laptop a longer battery life, and waste less energy. Let?s take a look at how to get the most use out of these new settings.
Let?s say you?re going to lunch, a meeting, or going to run some errands, but will be coming back to use your computer in a few hours. You might want to turn your computer off so it doesn?t waste electricity, but your ?computer guy? (or girl) told you it?s dangerous to turn your computer on and off all the time, so what do you do? This would be a perfect time to use the ?sleep mode? on your computer. When View the rest of this article

Easily-Missed Tax Deductions that Every Realtor and Entrepreneur Should Know

Year-end Tax Planning Deserves Year-around Consideration The reason so many IRS deductions go unclaimed - business owners don't know about them. Or they don't know about them early enough in the year to collect necessary information as they go along. As a person running your own operation, tax consequences need to influence how you conduct business, day in and day out. Where to spend - or not. How to structure transactions. When to act. How much you must pay in income taxes can easily determine whether your operation turns out to be profitable for the whole year. You're entitled to claim every expense and write-off the law allows. That's money in your pocket. As you read on, take a bow for those you're already doing. And resolve to benefit from others that fit your s View the rest of this article

Why Is It Important To Have Your Own Information Product On The Internet?

Why Is It Important To Have Your Own Information Product On The Internet?
Michael Port http://www.bookyourselfsolid.com
Imagine this, you open your email first thing in the morning and you see fifteen new orders; one from Switzerland, one from Australia, one from India, and a dozen from all over the United States. All for the product you just recently made available on the Web. It’s 7 a.m., you’re still sipping your first cup of coffee and only half awake, and already it’s been a very profitable day. While this scenario may seem more like a dream than reality to you right now, it’s entirely possible to achieve and it’s much easier to do than you might imagine. Besides starting each day with a big, Cheshire Cat grin, and dollar signs floating through y View the rest of this article

Cash Back Credit Cards: How To Play The Cash Back Game

You have seen them advertised on your television. Likely, you have gotten their solicitations in your mailbox. Your neighbor has one and he just got a brand new gas grille for free! So, what am I talking about? Cash back credit cards, of course. Millions of consumers are making the switch over from plain credit cards to cash back cards. They have learned that a game can be played that guarantees that they will be a winner. Do you know how to play the cash back game? If not, read on for some helpful tips that can help you get started down the road to free money.
So, you think that there aren?t free things in life, right? Well, in the case of cash back credit cards there are. You just need to know how to play the game.
For starters, there are a few rules for yo View the rest of this article

Bali Hotels Or Bali Villas

Dear Reader,
One says that traveling is not an exact science, to combine between their cultures, traditions, countries and different languages sometimes are not easy. Trust an expert, contact your reputable travel agent may be important.
Most people come to Bali want to see and enjoy its arts and cultures, its fabulous nature?s views, its nice beaches, its friendly people, for pure relaxation and some for business and stay on. Whatever is one?s aim, the accommodation is one of the most important aspects in order to get the comforts and memorable holiday.
There are a myriad of accommodations to choose from in Bali, from five-star luxury Bali hotels or Bali Villas to budget one just a few dollars a night. The main tourist hub is in the southern triangle for View the rest of this article

Coping with the pain.

Coping with the pain. by: Udo Vieth Separations are painfull. This is a fact. Unless you are cold and callous, the loss of a loved one is a numbing experience. In these situations, we tend to retreat into a corner and mope. That is after the crying is done. Crying may be the best thing you can do for now. You need time, time to cope with the situation, time to heal if you will. Don't deny yourself this period of "mourning' for want of a better word. You are not a machine, small steps in the right direction are much more important now than trying to force the issue. Any hardnosed activity at this time, may result in more deeprooted problems which may surface later on in life. Try and heal through the situation, and give yourself a break. What is the best way to cope? View the rest of this article

Turn Your Favourite Bloom Into A Flower Painting

Most of us have a favourite flower. We plant them in our gardens, we buy them at the florist, we are given them as bouquets to celebrate a a birthday, anniversary or to wish us a speedy recovery. Unfortunately, most blooms have a short life. I adore flowers and as an artist, I have learned to preserve something of their essence in a flower painting forever. If you have ever wished you could do this with a favourite bloom, then read on.
Flower painting has a wonderful history. Botanical art has been used to document numerous species of flowers and plants. There is something very satisfying and magical about painting a flower and preserving just what it was like forever. Of course, flower photographs can do the same but when you paint you have the added pleasure of View the rest of this article

Chihuahuas Get a Solid ‘YES’ From Paula Abdul

She may not be able to put up with Simon Cowell and his sharp-tongued criticisms on American Idol, but Paula Abdul can’t get enough of her three Chihuahuas- Thumbelina, Tulip and Tinkerbell. There’s no doubt that if there were an American Canine Idol contest for dog breeds, Chihuahuas would receive a solid ’YES’ from Paula when it comes to cuteness, intelligence and hug-ability! When it comes to celebrities, Paula is certainly not alone in her adoration of Chihuahuas. Marilyn Monroe grew up in Los Angeles. As a child, she had a black and white dog that followed her to school. She named the dog Tippy and played with it during recess. A neighbor shot the dog dead in 1932 claiming that Tippy had repeatedly damaged his garden. After that incident, Marilyn seemed View the rest of this article

Why SEO is like exercise

Search engine optimization is usually misunderstood by most people outside of the industry (and unfortunately, misunderstood by quite a few people in the industry as well). One of the biggest assumptions people make is that SEO works just like any other form of advertising - once you pay for it, it's there. That's not the case. Often times it can take six months or more to show results in the four major search engines (which collectively hold over 90% of the market). When a company or individual promises to deliver results faster they are either lying or using techniques that the search engines consider spam. The latter puts you at a risk of being banned from the listings all together. Another misconception that a lot of people seem to have is that once thei View the rest of this article

Solving Financial Problems With A Cash Advance

When deciding on loans, it is important to be sure to do plenty of research. It is important to compare all the possible offers you have to choose from. Many times a cash advance from a loan agency is often one of the best choices as far as getting a low APR and finance charges. One aspect of cash advances that makes them appeal to almost anyone is that even if you have bad credit or no credit almost all companies that offer cash loans will still offer you a cash advance, meaning they will give you the loan no matter what your credit history. This makes cash advances appealing because almost every other type of loan involves a credit check to make sure the person is free of delinquent accounts in the past.
Cash advances are quick and can be acquired by anyone, ev View the rest of this article

Body Building Basics – Building a better body you can be proud of!

There are as many varied opinions on what “plan” one should follow to build muscle, as there are people who have those opinions. On one thing they do agree, however. You must have a regimen.



· You can begin by defining your objective.

· Why are you interested in body building?

· What do you hope to accomplish?

· What is your ultimate goal?



It’s all about commitment and belief. There is an abundance of information about how to begin and conduct your journey, but without a burning desire to achieve, you are doomed to inevitable failure.



The following tips are not intended to be a “one size fits all.” Take from it what you will. In that light, consi View the rest of this article

Balancing The Benefits Of Reward Programs Against Credit Card Costs

0 APR credit card APR, cash back and optional rewards etc. are several reasons for any one to opt for a good credit card. They are also a useful and a smart way to meet ones financial needs. Most of the credit card companies offer most attractive features to lure their customers.
These credit card companies offer 0 APR credit card for several reasons and in several manners. Many cards offer 0 APR credit card for first six months and after the introductory period is over the regular APR is applicable on any purchases made through the cards. This offer for regular period ranges from 12.49% to 15.99% on such a 0 APR credit card.
Credit companies offering a student credit card offer a 0 APR credit card. Most of the 0 APR credit card offer applies to the student c View the rest of this article