Suite101 on Apr 25, 2008
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New Species of Angler Fish Found
Divers in the tropical waters off Indonesia have found a new species of anglerfish that crawls rather than swims and has eyes similar to ours.
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Writing a Condolence Letter
Sending your condolences or sympathies in a letter following a death is a very old tradition that is still very beneficial for the person who has lost a loved one.
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West Coast Fishing Boat Fatalities
National research shows that commercial fishing vessel safety could greatly be improved along the west coast of the United States.
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Pet Friendly Hotels Brunswick GA
Brunswick is the gateway to the Golden Isles of Georgia. Dogs and cats are welcome to travel along when staying at a pet friendly hotel.
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Julie Andrews's Memoir Published
Julie Andrews, celebrated actress and singer, reveals stories about her childhood, early career, struggles and successes.
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Benefits of the Feingold Diet
When a child has consistent behavioral issues, the parents should look at diet as a likely cause. The Feingold Association is a good starting point.
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Review: The Time We Have Taken
The third story in a trilogy, Steven Carroll's The Time We Have Taken describes the events in an unnamed Melbourne suburb during its centenary celebrations in 1970.
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Book Review: Love Without Hope
Wrongly committed to a rural mental institution, Mrs Shoddy must escape into the safety of her memories in order to isolate herself from the suffering around her.
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Keeping Outside Dogs Cool
Keep summer fun and protect your dog from heatstroke and sunburn.
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Plant Profile Barberry (Berberis)
Barberry shrubs are widely used in garden landscapes because of the attractive foliage, fragrant flowers and deer resistant thorny stems. See how to care for the shrubs.
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Ego and Enlightenment
The ego is defined, its origin explained along with the egoic structure. It is the main obstacle to spiritual enlightenemnt and it is essential that we transcend it.
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Scrapbook a Lifebook
Making a scrapbook lifebook for an adopted child is a heartfelt project that helps kids see the details of their life story through photos and journaling.
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Review: Collectorz.com Music Collector v5
An itemised list of music CDs can be very useful for insurance records. With Music Collector, cataloguing and organising a music CD collection is easy.
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Review: Collectorz.com Movie Collector v8
Organising home video and DVD collections is easy with this comprehensive and inexpensive home inventory software from Collectorz.com.
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Go Diego Go! Game for Toddlers
Hasbro Games, a Milton Bradley company, is famous for children's games and in combination with Nick Jr's Diego character, this is a great toddler counting activity.
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Review: Collectorz.com Book Collector v5
Book collections can represent a significant investment. Use home inventory software to catalogue a collection for organisation and insurance benefits.
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Kauai Swimming and Snorkeling
Not all Kauai Beaches have life guards. Beaches such as Poipu Beach Park, Lydgate State Park and Salt Pond Beach Park all have lifeguards on duty.
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Coping With an Unsupportive Boss
Sometimes bosses are not the warm, friendly people employees want them to be, making it tough to work for them. What can an employee do?
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Michio Takeyama's Harp of Burma
An analysis of religion in Michio Takeyama's post-World War II novel, Harp of Burma.
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Traveling Without The Kids
Parents are often nervous about leaving their children while they take a vacation. Information about what parents need to do before they go on their trip is provided.
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Helping Twin Tweens Be Individuals
It is so easy to associate everything twins do as a twosome. Many tweens want to be individuals, and not stuck in the twin rut all the time. What can you do? Read on...
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Best Things to Do in Cork, Ireland
Cork is Ireland's second city and main visitor center in the Irish SouthWest. The best things to do and see include the English Market, Cork City Goal, and Art Gallery.
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The Great Blue Heron
One of the most memorable birds in the province, the sight of a Great Blue Heron can almost take your breath away.
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Camping in the U.S. Virgin Islands
St. John's eco-friendly campgrounds appeal to campers and non-campers alike because they provide several options ranging from rustic to almost luxurious.
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English Premier League - Showdown!
This weekends clash between current champions Manchester United and the only team who can prevent them retaining the title, Chelsea, is set to be a classic.
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Tips to Save Electricity and Water
Today, American's face the dual threats of environmental and economic stress. Combat these threats by using these simple techniques to save money and conserve resources.
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Save Money on Dry Cleaning
Even with a more casual workplace, you can't totally eliminate your dry cleaning bill. Or can you?
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Make a Mock Black-Leather Vase
Here is a tutorial for making a mock leather vase using common household items, masking tape, a recycled bottle, and shoe polish.
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For Whom Does Poe's Bell Ring?
Edgar Allan Poe's fascination with bells and chimes could be inspired by John Donne's famous meditation that includes the line "Ask not for whom the bell tolls..."
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Top Natural Gas Countries
As natural gas prices continue to spike, which gas producing countries will benefit most and which gas consuming nations are positioned to suffer bigger gas bills?
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Panic Attack Triggers
For those suffering with Panic Disorder, anxiety attacks feel like they are coming from out of the blue. In reality, there is always a panic trigger, no matter how small.
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Home-based Transcription Business
Industry information for those interested in offering general, legal or medical transcription services from home.
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Webby Animated Nominees
Check out, and vote for, your favourite online animated short at the 12th Annual Webby Awards. A short description of each clip is below.
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Piano Work about the Environment
Jazz pianist and environmentalist Marian McPartland has written a tribute based on eco-pioneer Rachel Carson's book Silent Spring.
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Accommodations in Calgary, Alberta
Indulge yourself at the Fairmont Palliser hotel, located in downtown Calgary, AB.
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French Pressed by Cleo Coyle
In this installment of the Coffeehouse Series, Clare's daughter, an aspiring chef with a much-older boyfriend, gets caught up in murder. Can Clare keep her out of jail?
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Hall of Fame Class Includes Tiznow
Nominees to the National Museum of Racing's Hall of Fame include the only two-time Breeders' Cup Classic champ, Tiznow, jockey Edgar Prado, and trainer Carl Nafzger.
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The Basics of Ferret Care
A beginner's guide to owning and caring for ferrets.
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Art Journal About Health
Rather than letting medical issues cause artists block, break free using the medical issue as the theme of your art projects. That is the focus of this art journal promp
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Bathroom Accessory Style Ideas
Need an ensemble of coordinates to decorate your boring bathroom? Here's what you'll find on the shelves in classic, modern, country, and novelty bath accessories.
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Art Card Project About Postage
Incorporating pieces of used postage into art is both fun and easy. Create small pieces of mixed media art by following the instructions outlined here.
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Growing Trees and Shrubs
Large ornamental plants create the backdrop for garden landscapes and set off other plants and bulbs. Learn how to grow and care for flowering and garden shrubs.
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Art Journal About Perceptions
How people perceive things varies a lot. The focus of this art journal is your perception of one or more things. How do you perceive things?
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Lawmaker David Dudley Field
A brief look at the man who helped to reform and revise the codes of civil, criminal and common law in the state of New York.
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Artist Date Idea: Gardening
Creating art that is inspired by gardening is a great way to connect with nature, get out of the house, and embrace the new season. Take yourself on an artist date.
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Easy Bathroom Decorating Ideas
Jazzing up a bathroom doesn't have to be a major renovation project. Here are some inexpensive and easy ways to make this room more beautiful.
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La Gomera Columbus´s Last Stop
The little island of La Gomera, where he provisioned his ships for the voyage, was the last place Columbus saw land before reaching the new world.
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Job-Order Costing
Job-order costing is one of many different accounting costing systems. Finding the right system for a business is key to monitoring and controlling costs.
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Art Journal About Food
There is no getting around how important food is to everyone - be it to sustain us, entertain us, comfort us, or betray us. That is this art journal prompt's focus.
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Maz: Not the Worst Hall of Famer
We are starting a Fantasy Baseball Hall of Fame team. The only rule that is that any player selected to the team must be a member of the Hall of Fame.
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Pacific Madrone Trees
Madrone is a stunning tree overhanging coastlines from its perch on rocky cliffs. Look for its evergreen leaves, summer flowers and bright fall berries.
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Altered Dollar Store Journal
There are inexpensive ways to create art surrounding us everyday. Treasure hunting at the dollar store will produce some wonderful finds! Let's create an altered book!
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Las Vegas Bets Big Brown No.1
Big Brown, Florida Derby bomber, Colonel John, and Pyro are the preferred Kentucky Derby trifecta as betted on in Las Vegas this week. Court Vision leads the rest, 10-1.
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Igor Poster From Weinstein Company
Check out the teaser poster for Igor, directed by Anthony Leondis and starring John Cusack, James Lipton, Steve Buscemi and John Cleese. Film opens September 19th.
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Designing Cross Stitch Patterns
Sometimes it's hard to find just the right cross stitch pattern. That's why many stitchers are learning to design their own charts.
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Art Journal About Current Events
Keeping track of current events can be tedious. This art journal prompt is an attempt to make news a bit more interesting.
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Low Point Fast Food Choices
If you're on Weight Watchers and crave fast food, never fear, as plenty of low-point choices are available.
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Homeschool Spelling Energized
The use of unique teaching materials, humor, music, and technology can wake up your child's spelling routine.
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Create a Cardstock Board Book
The art of the handmade book is gratifying to create, as well as to receive. With Mother's Day right around the corner, why not give a handmade gift?
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Fresh Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Warm Freshly Baked Shortcakes, Split and Slathered with Real Butter, then Topped With Sweet Local Strawberries and Whipped Cream Make an Unbelievable Springtime Dessert
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Earth Friendly Mother's Day Gifts
Mother's Day gift ideas aren't limited to mass-produced doodads and spa packages. Here are some special eco-friendly suggestions; some are bound to please "green" moms.
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Reduce Your Paper Footprint
Tips for reducing the amount of paper you buy and the amount you throw away.
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The Theory Behind Earth Shoes
The makers of Earth Shoes invented the Negative Heel shoe to improve posture and give the body a mini workout while walking.
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The Elegance Coral in Aquaria
Coral description, habitat, and survival in todays collected specimens of Elegance Coral.
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Tales From Moominvalley
Tove Jansson's Tales from Moominvalley is a delightful collection of nine short stories about the Moomin family and their wacky friends.
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Acupressure For Your Dog's Health
Known for helping with canine arthritis, acupressure can be a part of overall natural pet health care. A combination of acupressure and massage can be done at home.
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Cross Stitching Techniques
While some cross stitchers prefer to use an embroidery stretcher frame or hoop, others use nothing. To find out what works best for you, try different tools and methods.
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Play Go Fish in a Foreign Language
Play this classic children's card game to practice foreign language vocabulary and communication skills.
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Manage Migraines with Acupuncture
Acupuncture may offer relief for those suffering from Migraines and Tension Headaches who want a more natural approach to treatment.
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Video Game Addiction
This new digital drug works on the brain similarly to street drugs. Knowing the warning signs of addiction as well as the means of prevention and treatment are important.
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2008 Spanish GP 2nd Practice
Kimi Raikkonen ends up fastest but a resurgent Renault team pushes him hard.
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Imperial War Museum: A Profile
This exhibition centre explores the two world wars and all conflicts involving Britain and the Commonwealth during the 20th century and into the 21st century.
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Pierre Berton, Canadian Historian
Author, television personality, war correspondent and humourist, Pierre Berton was a man of many hats; one great accomplishment was illuminating Canada's history
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Reflexology for PMS
Studies show Reflexology may be helpful in the battle against mood swings, bloating, sleepless nights and cravings that come with PMS.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 38
Your baby is now growing by leaps and bounds with just two weeks to go. She may have dropped into your pelvis to prepare for birth.
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Guillermo del Toro Directs Hobbit
Guillermo Del Toro will direct The Hobbit and one further prequel to Peter Jackson's hugely successful trilogy of Lord of the Rings films.
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2008 Spanish GP Practice Report
Raikkonen and Massa pour more misery on their rivals as F1 visits Spain.
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Kirtland's Warbler Bird Watching in Michigan
One of the world's most elusive birds nests in the jack pines of the Lower Peninsula. Take a guided birdwatching tour and visit the Kirtland's Warbler Festival in May.
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2008 Isle of Man TT Preview
Last year saw the Isle of Man TT celebrate its centenary. 2008 sees the return of familiar faces and some promising newcomers. John McGuiness will be the man to beat.
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Kieth Odor
Kieth Odor was a familiar face in touring car paddocks throughout the first half of the nineties, driving for Nissan.
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Hans Christian Oersted
Biography of Hans Christian Oersted, Danish physicist and chemist, who established relationship of electricity and magnetism, grounding the science of electromagnetics.
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Guide to Cheap Wedding Dresses
The best places to find bargain wedding dresses - from online auction sites to High Street stores - to help plan a beautiful, low budget wedding.
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The Screaming Tunnel at Niagara Falls
Several legends are in existence as to why screams and paranormal activity take place in this abandoned railway tunnel.
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World Without End Audiobook Review
This is a review of the World Without End audiobook by Ken Follett and read by Richard E Grant. The story gives us an intriguing insight into life in medieval Britain.
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