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Apr 4, 2000

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Business & Finance

How to Avoid the Dilbert Syndrome

In large companies you have to watch carefully for bad performers but in small businesses, you just have to avoid becoming a pointy-haired boss.

By: Bert Markgraf

Oh, man...out of deodorant again?!

We all have to buy hygiene items, but do we have to pay full-price? Not any more, with the advent of online drugstores!

By: Sarah Smith

THE MORTGAGE PROCESS - BEHIND THE SCENES

Ever wonder what happens after you complete the loan application? I'll take you through the mortgage loan process step by step.

By: Whitni Smith

Film & TV

A review and opinion of the documentary "Beyond the Mat".

By: James C. Hess

Is it the Reel World or the Real World?

A short discussion between the reel world or movies and the real world.

By: John Lovett

Health & Wellness

A Hot Topic: Herbs and Menopause

The first of a three-part series of articles dealing with menopause and how herbal therapies can help.

By: Christine Traxler

Commute With Nature

Commuting with nature, lessons in life.

By: Jill Ann Smith

Crystal Infusions

A quick, short article on Crystal Infusions, another form of Crystal Healing.

By: Jodi Wetherup

Diet and Health: How do they Mix?

An article that literally dives into the many problems people have with dieting, cholesterol, and eating healthy. Some of the problems Americans have with respect to weight are solved simply whereas others are somewhat complex. Take a look at what this article has to say and then go do the right thing and see your health care provider.

Early Bird Gets Most Buffed?

The Do's and Don't of different types of morning training - make sure to make the most of your efforts!

By: Matt Danielson

Headache Expert Claims "The Book on Headaches Is Wrong"

Dr. David Buchholz of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine believes nearly all headaches are caused by a migraine mechanism present in everyone's nervous system. Read about his theory and how he suggests overcoming chronic headaches.

By: Barbara J. Mitchell

Pinching Your Pennys... Pennyroyals, that is!

Some herbs provide their greatest benefit externally. Pennyroyal is one of those, and is one herb that's well known and loved by gardeners, pet lovers, and anyone who loves the outdoors in Spring. See why....

By:

Progesterone Cream

Progesterone cream can be used to help boost progesterone levels and correct luteal phase defects.

By: Lori Ramsey

Slim Insurance Coverage for Anorexics

It's no secret that managed care has made essential medical coverage difficult to obtain. But HMO's are especially tough on anorexic patients.

By: Mark Stuart Ellison

Time Out For Parents

Discusses ways to cope with the daily stress of parenthood.

By: Eric Jordan Jensen

Home & Style

Bring the Wildest Guest Ever To Your Party

An idea to be investigated for a theme party. This is an article about a park that is a sanctuary for exotic animals , both endangered and rescued. They will bring some of the babies to your event to enlighten and entertain your guests.

By: Jo Ann Wentzel

Music

Gimme Shelter (Video)

A Review of the Documentary made after Altamont

By: FactoryGirl

Saving the Rainforest

Despite the tumult surrounding his activism, Sting proves, even after 10 years, that the work of saving the rain forest is never done. This month's annual Carnegie Hall benefit is sure to be a memorable demonstration of his continuing passion.

By: Melanie Gold

Where's The Soul?

Commentary on the state of r&b/soul music in the year 2000; where to find good soul music on the Net.

By: Paula Chase-Hyman

Partners & Parents

A Male Age Gapper Speaks...

What do male's think when it comes to the age difference issue?

By: Peggy LeTrent

How children learn through play.

By: Maureen Fleury

The Death of a Custodial Parent

Custody rights when the custodial parent dies.

By: Annelies Mouring

Your Kids on Camera

Through specialized software, you can see your kids from your computer at work.

By: Maureen Fleury

Politics & Society

Making the news

Want to get coverage for your volunteer program? Here are some tips, as well as advice on how to judge newsworthiness.

Student Fees and Free Speech

The US Supreme Court ruled that student activities fees to political and ideological organizations do not violate First Amendment Free Speech rights. This essay examines this decision.

By: Frank Monaldo

Women's Lip - A Book Review

A review of the book "Women's Lip" by Roz Warren - a hilarious collection of women's quotes covering a huge variety of topics and subject matter.

By: Nancy Coulter

Sports

Equipment Stockists Review - Part One

Review of Eastern Billiards

By: Neena V. Talpade

Finally, justice is served

Since the 1999 indoor season, Lindsay Davenport has played like the #1 player in the world. But she wasn't #1. She won the Australian Open earlier this year to have two Grand Slams on her 52-week ranking. But she still wasn't #1. Finally, she gets her just fruits as she rises to the top ranking this week, despite losing (ironically) to the person she replaced at the top - Martina Hingis.

By: Michael Cecilio

March B&M Racer Appreciation Run in Commerce, GA

Brief on the B&M Racer Appreciation run at Atlanta Dragway

By: Kenneth D. Caudill

Memories of Calumet Farm

Calumet Farm's winning ways are only memories, but it remains a beautiful place to see in Lexington.

By: Greg Melikov

Travel

Are you really beautiful...?

If you have three folds on your waist, why then you are the most beautiful woman on earth...! That is according to Saamudrika Lakshanam . It is the age-old treatise on physical beauty and was almost the Beauty Bible of most Indians in the ancient past.

By: Meenakshi Subramaniam

Enjoying the Cherry Blossoms

Washington's cherry blossoms don't hang around for long, and they'll be gone before you know it. Here's a guide to seeing...and celebrating...Washington D.C.'s treasured trees.

By: Eugenia E. Gratto

RD Larson, Writer Extraordinaire

RD Larson, part time Washington State resident, has recently published her Mama Stories online. She's a great storyteller who tugs at your heartstrings.

By: Jerri Brooker

TALES...LONE STAR ROAD REPORT

Part I of a special LONE STAR ROAD REPORT feature of a presentation of Darrell Scott, father of Columbine High School shooting victim Rachel Scott

Vancouver. Canada's third largest city, not to mistaken with Vancouver Island. Vancouver isn't even on Vancouver Island. That's Victoria. Anyway, Today I present you with the city of Vancouver because it was incorporated around, April 6, 1886.

By: David Newman

Writing & Publishing

Barocci vs. Campagnola

Brief comparison of two Italian artists.

By: Jenn Greenleaf

Does The Internet Strengthen or Weaken Our Social Fabric?

what is the future of virtual communities?

By: Glenn Hameroff

Part Two: A Submission Walkthrough

A practical example of submitting a story.

By: Laura Elvin

Personalized Stationary for Your Business

Many creative people don't realize that they don't have to go out and purchase personalized stationary or are at the mercy of their word processing programs.

By: Anna Morvee

Education & Career

"Grandmother of the Everglades"

Known as the "lady with the funny hats," this woman was a tireless crusader on behalf of the Flordia Everglades.

By: Mary M. Alward

Therapy Techniques For Apraxia: Visual, Tactile, and Auditory Feedback

It is very important to utilize the five senses when doing therapy with someone suffering with the frustrating disorder of Apraxia. Here are some basic techniques therapists often rely on.

By: Schatze Rasmussen

Waste Not - Want Not

Learn about two amazing beetles that use waste products in their lives.

By: Mary M. Alward

Food & Drink

1999 — A Vintage to Remember

A report on the 1999 vintage in California.

By: Alan Boehmer

How to Cool Off this Summer - Part One

Great Ways to a Cool Summer

By: Viraj Talpade

History

A Discussion With Pythagoras - Part 2

Pythagoras and his achievements are discussed in this article.

The Dominguez-Escalante Expedition

The Spanish padres Dominguez and Escalante were probably the first white men to view the spectacular Glen Canyon in southern Utah. All they knew at the time, however, was what a formidable obstacle it would be in crossing the Colorado River.

By: Elizabeth Gibson

Mind & Soul

5 Ways to Improve Your Emotional Health

The first in a four-part series, this article provides five methods for improving your state of emotional health.

By: Sheila Cohill

Aemilia Lanyer: Redeeming Women Through Faith & Poetry (pt. 1)

This provides an introduction to the life and writings of the English renaissance poet Aemilia Lanyer.

By: Michelle Powell-Smith

Don't Bogart That Wort, My Friend

Natural supplements are a boon to millions, but too many are equating "natural" with "harmless."

By: Kathy Brewis

Early Intervention and Prevention

Early intervention and prevention are probably the magic bullet to treating schizophrenia but don't expect too much for some time, and here's why

Issues with Substance Abuse Assessment in Correctional Settings

Substance abuse has become an exceedingly important issue within the correctional component of the criminal justice system. Recent investigations have show extremely significant relationships between substance abuse and violent crime Accurate assessments and appropriate treatments have become paramount to the safe reintegration of these offenders into the community. Several different approaches to substance abuse assessment exist. However, no current test has escaped questions regarding its validity with a correctional population. Issues with assessment goals, client variability, instrument design, and contextual differences are examined. New promising techniques being standardized by the Correctional Service’s of Canada are investigated. Part 3 of 5

By: Michael Decaire

It's all Gravy, Baby

Roomates' sleeping arrangements are unearthed by a clever Mom.

By: Lisa Mongan

King Arthur's Grave?

If King Arthur's grave exists, it is probably at Glastonbury Abbey.

By: Fiona Broome

Nevada City's Haunted Firehouse Museum

A haunted museum in a delightful city.

By: Janice Oberding

What do breadcrumbs, cleaning for Passover and the Messiah have in common? In this weeks article, "The Search", find out some hidden meanings behind our preparations for Passover -- deeper thoughts on those tiny crumbs and insights that will enlighten and inspire while you scrub those doorknobs and check under the beds.

By: Rachel Gurevich

Outdoor & Recreation

. . . more new tricks

something new from Railpass

Plants & Animals

Are some gardening programmes a pain in the neck?

Are gardening programmes getting to be ridiculous "

By: Michael Campbell

Haemanthus albiflos

This is the paintbrush white to try if you are looking for the white garden statement, an accent plant, clumping and generous in perpetuating itself.

By: Gary Buckley

Honk If You Like Geese

The problem of dealing with waterfowl on the landscape has grown over the past few years. Ducks and especially Canadian geese have increased in numbers due to the destruction of natural habitat and the construction of man-made lakes and ponds. These birds, though beautiful can wreak havoc on turf and in the landscape. This article discusses humane methods of dealing with these persistent animals.

By: Georgeann Hall

Jewl's struggles as seen through Michael's eyes.

Disablities as seen through a family memeber.

By: Jewl Ann Wall

Online Nurseries 2000 - Roslyn Nursery

Roslyn Nursery has been supplying a vast range of plants to gardeners for quite a number of years. Their catalog (and web site) list over 2,000 plants, from rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias to conifers, shrubs, vines and perennials. My copy is full of markers and getting really dog-eared. There are so many plants I want! I've got quite a few images, so please be patient while the page loads.

Idle thoughts of a mid-Atlantic Gardener as he mindlessly Schhhllippp's his way through his vegetable garden patch in one of his annual rights of spring. Join him as tackles the great mysteries of the universe.

By: Wesley Ford

Strawberry Fever!

Planting a patch of strawberries using Visqueen plastic mulch.

By: Debra Eversole

Reading & Literature

Animations, Part 2

Animation of comic strip is the next big thing.

By: Laura Kraus

Animations, Part 2

Animation of comic strip is the next big thing.

By: Laura Kraus

Book Review -The Burglar In The Closet by Lawrence Block

This is a book review of "The Burglar In The Closet" by Lawrence Block.

By: Janet Kay Blaylock

Classic Authors: Walt Whitman

A brief biography of Walt Whitman.

By: Janet Kay Blaylock

Journey to another world

Where would fantasy be without the journey?

By: Eloise Kyneur

The Memorable Lines of David Hunter Sutherland

Some poets give us lines that we remember long after we've read the poem.

Technology

Handling HTML Forms - Part III

Third of the series - this articles discusses radio buttons. Click at the link to read how radio buttons can be manipulated in JavaScript.

By: Muhammad Ali Shah

This topic introduces one to the concept of port scanners. The article briefly defines the scope, advantages and limitations of a port scanner. It also highlights the security threats that a good scanner can pose to Network security.

By: Mayur Kamat

Site Architecture & You (It's Not As Dull As It Sounds)

Is your site easy to navigate and a joy to behold? If not, you're heading for trouble. Let Chris help you navigate the uncharted waters of site architecture.

By: Christopher Cummings

The Great Easter Egg Hunt (Part 2)

Look at easter eggs in Palm system applications including easter eggs in Preferences, MemoPad, Launcher, Welcome, and the Palm.Net PQA.

By: Janice Karin

There's that Word Again

More examples of overuse of the word Free... nah, just another enthusiastic webmaster getting the message across. ButtonME. Tired of all those application forms asking for the same thing? TypeItIn.

By: Brian Hughes

Uses for Vintage Macs

Are Classic macs still useful? William Seidel checks it out...

By: William Seidel

Visual & Performing Arts

The Field Museum

A lakefront monolith, the Field Museum, houses a number of unique and rare collections, treasures of history and its people.

By: Judith Stock

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