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BOND BASICS - I

Convexity, Yields, Duration? ,Here is a simple glossary to understand the concepts behind these words.

By: Naeem Akhtar

Goal Setting Starts with Yourself

This article describes five simple steps for effective goal setting.

By: Christina Morfeld

How Email Affects Your Marketing Image

An article discussing the way email affects image management in marketing.

By: Karen Kalis

Interviewing – The Evaluation, Part II

This is the final article in a five part series on the interviewing process. In the previous four articles I discussed how to prepare for, conduct, and begin to evaluate the interview. In this part of the interviewing process I will continue to discuss how to evaluate the results of the interview by looking at the key factors involved, and by evaluating the documents that were acquired during the process.

By: Lincoln Bittner

Time Management. Know your mission statement.

Time management requires an understanding of what you are trying to accomplish, not just efficiency techniques.

By: Herb Wexler

'The Associates' a Welcome Sight to CTV's Lineup

A group of five young associate lawyers at the major Toronto firm of Young, Barnsworth, and King are the focal point of this new series from Alliance Atlantis, airing Tuesdays at 10:00 PM on CTV.

By: Jael Mehr

A Tribute: Ray Walston

You knew him as Uncle Martin, The Devil, and Mr. Hand - but you also knew Ray Walston as a great character actor with a wonderful career and an engaging smile.

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Benjamin Franklin, 1706-1790

To introduce my article on the childhood of this famous gentleman, I want to quote from the web site"Benjamin Franklin, an Enlightened American" (see html at the end of this article): "What makes a leader? Intelligence, passion, strength, devotion, charisma, tenacity, perseverance, generosity, forgiveness. Franklin possessed all of these qualities and that is why he is considered to be one of the greatest American minds and a proud pillar of our national heritage. However, our affinity for Franklin extends deeper. He seems to embody and personify the American dream. Born the son of a candlemaker, few people would have surmised that Franklin would master so many disciplines. His story proves that with determination and dedication, success is within anyone's grasp. A leading American statesman, inventor, philanthropist, publisher, revolutionary, and thinker, Benjamin Franklin was truly the Enlightened American."

By: Mary Lou Derksen

How To Make an Ultra-Low Budget Feature - "The Script"

Scriptwriting, the first step in getting ready to shoot a no-budget feature. Money saving tips on what to avoid and what to include in that screenplay.

By: Lory-Michael Ringuette

Matthew Perry Factsheet

Biography, trivia, tons of links to the best Matthew Perry sites on the web.

By: Susan Duckett

The Hidden

A review of the late-80s B-movie classic The Hidden.

By: Steve Honeywell

Twenty-one Feet Under the Sea: Jules' Undersea Lodge

Land lovers beware! Key Largo boasts an undersea hotel with all the luxuries of a four-star accommodation. So don your flippers and

By: Jenna Doscher

Alternative Natural Therapies for Atopic Eczema

There are several natural therapies available for treating atopic eczema. They are definitely worth exploring as alternatives to prescription medications. Numerous simple preventive measures can also be taken to eliminate the allergens in your home and prevent eczema flare-ups from occurring. Learn how to best manage your atopic eczema!

By: Shannon Evans

Assistive Resources: Making Life with MS Easier

The Technology Age has ushered in a host of adaptive resources and organizations dedicated to making society more accessible so that all of us can enjoy fulfilling life experiences.

By: Pamela Martin

Baby Basics: Parenting Your Baby

Two simple philosophies of parenting your baby that should make life easier during baby's first year.

By: Shari Green

Benefits of Water Birth

Using water during labor and delivery is a real alternative to pain-relieving drugs. While there is a downside to the drugs, waterbirth has numerous benefits for both baby and mom.

By: Nicole Deak

Cardiovascular Fitness

This article is about improving cardiovasucular health and eating properly to gain more energy during workouts.

By: Gloria Ferri

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that can permanently damage your sight.

By: Alexandria Powell

Educational Advocating for your Brain Injured Child

Dealing with the educational system can be difficult, especially when you have a brain injured child. Here are some tips that both you and your child can use to make his or her learning experience easier.

By: Shannon Lester

Environmental Nut?

Sometimes we get into a comfortable rut. Suffering with our illness rather than rocking the boat and speaking out. Perhaps even crawling into our cave, hoping the world will just leave us alone. Join me this month as I struggle with my own level of comfort with helping those around me become chemically aware.

By: Paula Ferron

Forgiveness ~ A Foundation For Healing

An in-depth discussion of forgiveness.

By: T. Darlene Cheek

Holding onto New Year's Resolutions

Need help with that Resolution to eat more healthy? Here are a few tips to help you along.

By: Michelle Struik

How The 'Net Has Affected Healthcare

The Internet has exploded! This has affected healthcare, patients' lives and how we view the family doctor. How? Come and see!

By: Karyn Moran Holton

Humor Can Fight Chronic Pain

What does humor have to do with headaches? It's an amazing stress fighter that can counteract some of your headache triggers.

By: Barbara J. Mitchell

Kidneys

Resources for the kidney.

By: Yasser Anathallee

Looking at Scientific Studies

Understanding the scientific method can help us interpret scientific studies.

By: Mary D. Brown

Music In the Room

Music and the patient

By: Pamela Tyree-Gavin

My Manifested Mailbox

In this article I answer some of your dialysis questions I've received in my email.

By: Christine O'Connor

Natural Remedies for the Childbearing Year

Basic information on natural remedies during the childbearing year such as herbs and aromatherapy and easy tips for easing some of the discomforts of pregnancy.

By: Maurenne Griese

Nutrition and the School Age Child

This article helps you to understand and feed your school age child.

By: Stephanie Hembree

Reflections on Narcissus and Alexander

Both Narcissus and F. M. Alexander spent a lot of time looking at their reflections. The former was a tragic figure who eventually lost his life to his obsession; the later used his observations to create one of the most powerful methods of self-transformation available.

By: Robert Rickover

Striving to be Normal: The Endless Journey, Part III

The Years of Misunderstanding: 1955-1965

By: William Robb

The Allergy Solution for Dogs: book review

A review of the book, The Allergy Solution for Dogs, by Shawn Messonnier, D.V.M.

By: Colleen Kaemmerer

The Battle Continues After All These Years

This article briefly examines the reproductive and abortion rights of American women as well as the possible implications a conservative presidential administration could have on those rights.

By: Alyssa Skye

An Offering of Seasons

Viewed in the proper spirit, all of natures seasons and moods are beautiful.

By: Thomas James Martin

Defining the Terms

A comprehensive list of the terms and definitions oft-used in philately -- faux and otherwise!

By: Amy E. Badurina

I Want to Crochet an Afghan, Where do I Start?

A beginner's guide to creating a single crochet afghan.

By: Lisa A. Hamblin

Islands in the Stream ... of Traffic - Part II

How to design an island with an eating area.

By: Brian Mahoney

Mission style - I

Mission style invokes memories of exotic cultures of Morocco and North Africa and artistic temperament of virgin California. It is a style with long and rich tradition that is popular even today.

By: Madhavi Sudarsan

Quilts in Redwork

What is "redwork"? A short history, a short "how-to" and photo.

By: Jeanne Walsh

REGALIA TEXTILES

If one was to look up the word, "regalia", the dictionary will offer many definitions. The first being, The emblems and symbols of royalty; the distinguishing symbols of a rank officer, order, or society, magnificent attire or finery.

By: Joan Lawrence

Roofing Your House - Part 1

The roof is the most important feature of your house. This series will begin to introduce key construction concepts for the roof.

By: Shefali Kumar

Time: Kronos or Kairos?

Definitions of time; time as sacred; making careful decisions about how to spend time.

By: Lin Edwards

Too Close For Comfort?

Are you disheartened when you see gift basket items that should be yours alone sold in local specialty or gourmet shops? Find out why your favorite products may be coming to a store near you and what action you should (or shouldn't) take.

By: Jowoanna Williams

2001 Dove Award Nominees

The following Dove Award Nominees for 2001 are in....Is your pick on this list?

By: Dana Olsen

Babybird: "Breach's" Worst Kept Secret

The Wallflowers' third album features a very unusual song--a beautiful lullaby. Here's some information about it.

By: Wendy Starr

Disciple :: "By God"

Disciple comes back with By God, their third LP. Has any band's style ever seemed so rigid?

By: Jon Hodges

Opera for Kids

Introduction to kid-friendly classical music works, particularly opera.

By: Jennifer T. Stack

Review of The Tyrants in Therapy's "Meet the Tyrants in Therapy"

There's a reason these guys are in therapy.

By: Nick Bendel

Squeeze that 'tina.

The concertina is growing in popularity across a wide range of folk music.

By: Ray Chandler

Squeeze that 'tina.

The concertina is growing in popularity across a wide range of folk music.

By: Paula Kirman

There once was a saxophone from Nantucket....

A slight study into sax jokes.

By: Chris Mindel

Web Sites Bite The Dust

Some time ago, one of the Top 5 sites, Country Music Online, in conjunction with it's real-world publication, ceased operation. Earlier in January, CountryCool.Com announced that it would cease operations as well. I'm going to take this opportunity to talk about the future of my site, Country Music Viewpoint, and the impact on my monthly articles here at Suite101. Lastly, we'll take a brief look at a site broadcastng, among other stations, Country Music.

By: Steven Lind

Adoptive Parenting Preparation Questions...Beyond the Basics

Adoptive parenting preparation questions. Suggestions for topics to be considered before adopting.

By: Susan Ward

Be My Valentine...

A look at one of the many legends and some of the symbolism of St Valentine's Day.

By: Sharon Tabor Warren

Dealing with Depression

Depression is a major illness in our society. As we age we are more prone to depression because of signifiant losses and lifestyle changes. But there are ways of preventing and dealing with depression that are natural and will not harm our bodies and minds. With a little action we can feel healthy and energetic.

By: Robert M. Oliva

Famous People Without Children

Celebrites and historical figures without children

By: Cara Swann

Hey honey, I'm fixing dinner! The boys are on the floor - YAY!!

How was Carrie ever going to do anything but take care of the boys?

By: Carrie Webbenhurst

Jean Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development in Infants and Children

Jean Piaget was one of the first theorists in developmental psychology to take a close look at how children think and reason.

By: Tara Kuther

Living a Simple Life

Living a simple life translates into many different lifestyles. Whether you're interested in a back-to-the-land experience or you just want to focus on your family's personal priorities, simplifying life can be the answer.

By: Deborah Taylor-Hough

Looking Toward Spring

The long winter gives way to daydreams of springtime in kids gardens. Let Linda Mazar tell you about it. © Linda Mazar

By: Vickie Ferguson

Mission of Love

A few thoughts about Valentine's Day and Black History Month

By: Kerry Hook

Momma, how does the cow make milk??

Toddlers love to ask hypothetical questions, and sometimes we are at loss when it comes to explaining. No fear, there are some wonderful books that make it easier with the help of photos and illustrations. Feed that little mind!

By: Donna Lauritzen

Quotations of Love

As you look forward in your own life, maybe these quotes will help inspire and motivate you (or maybe just make you laugh).

By: Jessica Cuba

Romance in the Real World

Can romance exist in marriages today?

By: Cristy Wright

Sign Language and Infant Potty Training

How the use of sign language can help preverbal infants communicate their toilet needs.

By: Laurie Boucke

THE LOVE APPLE

A brief exploration of the age-old fruit considered to inspire passion.

By: Lynne Remick

Valentine Fun - February 14th

This article offers activity suggestions for caregivers of loved ones who live with their caregivers or who live in a care facility.

By: Marci Stocks

Wedding Planning

Deciding on how to approach your wedding planning. This article gives some great tips when planning your big day or what to look for in a wedding cordinator.

By: Sheli Casteel

Winter Blues

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression that can affect individuals living in winter climates.

By: S.G.Birch

Clinton's Farewell Speech

Clinton's farewell speech tackled poverty and a citizen's duty

By: Kate Evans

Is Three Days Enough?

Since we have no control over Mother Nature, I want to encourage you to supplement your emergency preparedness kit so it will sustain you for at least one week.

By: Donna Satterlee

Security Threats Help Business and Government Find Common Ground

With more hackers on the prowl, government and business find themselves in the same boat, and have agreed, for now at least, to row in the same direction.

By: Alan Kotok

The Bush II Era Begins

With a President who lost the popular vote and required Supreme Court assistance to secure the electoral vote, it will be up to independent organizations and individuals to be the conscience of the nation and a watchdog on authority.

By: Ken Goldstein

The History of Law Day: Early Foundations of LRE

Law Day, a product of the Cold War, is based on the timeless notion that law can achieve social justice.

By: Karen Koyanagi Ringuette

Young People Can Make a Change

14 year old Clare Rosenfeld took her diabetes to heart and works to give youth a voice in the ADA.

By: Minnette Coleman

Oil Spills Continue

The Galapagos oils spill is only the latest in a long history of spills. Doesn't anyone ever learn?

By: Kenneth Friedman

2000 All-Fantasy Kickers

A look at the best kickers of the 2000 Fantasy Football season.

By: Peter DeYoung

Avoid Getting Ripped Off By Your Mechanic

Don't let a dishonest mechanic take you for a ride.

By: Miss Thang

Beyond Y2K

It's 2001, but is the Y2K bug really dead? Bugs can strike at any time and we must be prepared.

By: Philip M. Orbach

Classic Review: Grim Fandango

Dan looks at Tim Schafer's latest adventure title, "Grim Fandango"

By: Dan Finkelstein

Goodbye Dreamcast

Sega of Japan has officially confirmed rumors that have been floating around for some time now: the Sega Dreamcast is no more.

By: Armaan Khan

Got a Complaint? ......

Complaint Sites! Got a complaint? Hate your job? These are the hottest complaint sites on the internet!

By: Stardust

Return of the Japanese Sports Car?

I want one! Why design a new US-market Z-car when Nissan has the perfect sports car already sitting in Japan?

By: Zach French

The Jordan Pavilion at Expo 2000 (Part 2)

Learn about a recent architectural project that attempts to capture the essence of the culture and history of Jordan. (Part 2)

By: Alia F. Hasan

TUCOWS Desktop Themes

TUCOWS Desktop Themes

By: Kathleen

Auguste Rodin - Impressionist Sculptor

Auguste Rodin's sculptures have a force and power contrary to that of mere clay, metal, or stone.

By: Tricia Dake

Colors for Symbols

Using colors to symbolize,exploring the color red,and a look at writer,Ernest Gaines, work.

By: Karen Wynn

Getting a Web Site

A list of free web services, how do get a domain name and more.

By: Cecilia H. Lee

Static vs. Dynamic Art

A recent conversation has brought to my attention the need for a distinction between "static" and "dynamic" arts. Here are the differences.

By: Grimace Boyer

The Elbert Hubbard Roycroft Museum

The Hub in the Arts and Crafts Movement--the Elbert Hubbard Roycrofter Museum

By: Judith Stock

Tragic Youth

Romeo and Juliet is about feuds, timing and chance. It is about a love meant to be, but not in this world. It is about costs.

By: Jennifer Alpeche

Why Bother with the Arts?

Who needs the arts, anyway? What good are they? Why should we spend perfectly good money on teaching something that is just play? Drama, music, writing, painting, drawing, solving problems - who needs this useless stuff? Arts programs have been cut from most schools and now we face the decimation of our national arts entities. An arts advocate? You?

By: Gretchen Wms. Jurek

A Lesson on Primary Colors and Color Values

This is a Discipline Based Art Education lesson plan. The students will learn about shades of colour and colour mixing.

By: Jo Murphy

Fun in February!

February is the shortest month of the year, but a month that is packed with many learning opportunities. Enjoy these different activities and have some fun in February!

By: Irene Taylor

Games for the English language classroom

The great advantage of games is that students become so engaged in the activity that they use the target language spontaneously. It's amazing what strategies they can find within themselves to put their ideas across, even if their knowledge is limited. I use a range of games for a variety of purposes, but I'd like to share these with you.

By: Brenda Townsend Hall

How Serious Are Those Mid-Winter Blues?

This article states what Seasonal Affective Disorder is, including the systems and potential cures.

By: Sharon Krasner

How Serious Are Those Mid-Winter Blues?

This article states what Seasonal Affective Disorder is, including the systems and potential cures.

By: Bonny Yokeley

Inspiration

Anything can happen when children are inspired... as long as we respect their creative moments.

By: Teri Brown

It's Time To Support Families!

Instead of tearing families apart, the system must build and reinforce the lifelong supports that are required to enable people with disabilities to reach their potential.

By: Keenan Wellar

Recent Discoveries

This article contains two extracts describing recent archaeological finds. Many people want to know about current and near future oppurtunities in Egyptology-Are there still things to discover? This article should help them make up their minds!

By: Jodee Redmond

What It's Like to be a Homeschool Kid

This is an actual interview with home-educated children.

By: Joan Archer

Yn y dechreuad yr oedd y Gair: P-Celtic Languages

Welsh and Breton dig in for the fight of their lives.

By: Robert Henderson

Bouquet of Candy

We've talked about edible flowers in the past....but this time it takes on a whole new meaning!

By: Angelica R. Van Norman

Everything You've Been Told About Alar is False

The truth about the chemical Alar and apples wa smothered under a mountain of PR millions.

By: Tim King

February!

February installment of A Chef's Kitchen, with some Valentine's Day ideas

By: Chris Knight

Great Vegetarian Sandwiches!

Great Vegetarian sandwiches are just a click away! Check them out!

By: Leanne Ely

Mr. Hibachi: Classic Asian Cuisine in Northern Virginia

Mr. Habachi in northern Virginia proves that you don't need a fancy setting to enjoy delicious food.

By: Eve Carr

Black History; Honor to the Troops

Blacks have served honorably since the inception of the U.S. Here are some examples.

By: Dennis Morehouse

Catherine, Beloved Queen III

We continue Catherine of Aragon's journey to England in part three of Catherine, Beloved Queen.

By: Wendy J. Dunn

Firearms Act -- Part 2

The Firearms Act addresses Domestic Violence and violence against women. It seeks to keep guns form unstable individuals. It could accomplish both without imposing Registration on all gun owners. Media coverage avoids addressing the use of guns to commit suicide. All Canadians are in denial of this major cause of death in our society.

By: J. M. Bridgeman

Haile Selassie

The life of Ethiopia's last emperor, who is reviled by some as a tyrant and revered by others as a god.

By: Cinderella

I Love You,Throughout European History -- Courtship Rituals

courtship rituals in European history.

By: Rachelle Hughes

Modern Thinking: Part I - The Victorians

The first in a series of digressions from preservation. This first article is a study of Victorian architecture and how it portrays the philosophy of the era.

By: Michael Morrissey

Pirates of Canada - part 2

Pirates frequented the waters of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. Most were English, but some were French or Dutch. The earliest account of piracy occurred in 1582 when Henry Oughtred and Sir John Perrot attacked Portuguese and Spanish fishermen near Avalon. During the 17th and 18th centuries, a few notorious pirates left their calling cards, yet most faded into the annals of history.

By: Cindy Vallar

Shell Nigeria: Colonialism Continues

A short analysis of Shell's role in propping up Nigeria's military dictatorship.

By: Derek Royden Guiler

The British Resident

The life of James Busby, the first offical to New Zealand, and one of the writers of the Treaty of Waitangi

By: Philippa Jane Ballantine

The Legend of La Llorona or the weeping woman

The Legend of La Llorona, known by every Mexican, tells the story of a woman that will weep for eternity. Read and find out what's the cause of her tears and cries.

By: Hans Hereijgers

The Razor

Hideki Tojo led Japan into the Second World War and was ultimately responsible for its conduct of the Pacific war until mid-1944. He remains almost completely unknown in the West. In contrast, an enormous quantity of information is available regarding Emperor Hirohito. It is as if historians had chosen to focus on King George of England and disregard Winston Churchill's role in the war.

By: Ralph Zuljan

Tragic Transition Part II

For President Hoover the worst of the Great Depression struck during the final two weeks of his administration, when the nation's banking system collapsed. But why this tragic climax. Hoover and his historians say it was fear of the unknown -- FDR!

By: Earl Rickard

A Lucid Dreamers Journal

LJCrowe shares insights into keeping a lucid dream journal and offers suggestions for making this tool even more valuable to the dreamer.

By: Lauri Jean Crowe

Are Quakers Protestants?

An exploration of the question of whether the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) are properly considered Protestant, with notes on some of the differences Friends have had with classic Protestantism.

By: Bill Samuel

Bylaws to Live By

A working set of By Laws for a growing coven.

By: Karen Mitchell

Compliance

Often we come across people who place some direct request. We agree to that without showing any resistance. This behavior on our part shows compliance to the demands presented to us.

By: Asha Wate

Confronting OCD Shoulds

Are you ruled by OCD shoulds? Rethink them.

By: Cherlene Pedrick

Courage is the Most Important Virtue of All

Everything that involves making a decision, no matter how tiny and overlooked, needs courage. Now is the time to stop worrying and start living.

By: Jerry Lopper

Favorite Illustration and a Transfiguration Illustration

A favorite illustration about faith and works An illustration about the Transfiguration of Jesus

By: Tim Zingale

Homeschooling with Six Children