Suite101 on Nov 5, 2008
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Guide to Lung Cancer
The top things a lung cancer patient should do before and after being diagnosed with lung cancer.
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Insurance Deductibles
Many people try to avoid higher insurance premiums. One of the most effective ways is by raising the deductible levels. But what happens next?
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Rafting in Yosemite National Park
Rafting in North America's Yosemite National Park provides visitors with a new way to experience the park's natural attractions without the distraction of crowds.
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Winter Preschool Sunday School Lesson
Winter is a wonderful time for children. The snow, the sleds, the fuzzy mittens, and the warmth of a fire. Let's not forget about a lesson plan for this time of year!
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Swordfish Escabeche
Escabeche is a cooked fish dish placed in a vinegar marinade overnight. The recipe here uses swordfish with olive oil, basil and dried Mexican oregano.
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How to Make Cranberry Walnut Rolls
Cranberries and walnuts add flavor and crunch to these light, fluffy rolls that are perfect for Thanksgiving and holidays, and easy to make with a bread machine.
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Film Review - Quantum of Solace
Daniel Craig returns as James Bond 007 in Marc Forster's new movie Quantum of Solace. The film is a direct sequel to Casino Royale and packs a mighty punch, scoring 8/10.
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How to Stop Cursing
Cursing unfortunately can become an automated response to stress, anger, frustration, or peer-pressure. However, bad words can be eliminated from one's vocabulary.
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Do It Yourself Cork Flooring
Few flooring options are as versatile as cork flooring. After buying cork tiles, make sure to get the most out of them by laying them correctly and maintaining them well.
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Badger Clark's The Christmas Trail
Clark's "The Christmas Trail" has become a classic in cowboy poetry, dramatizing the cowboy's exploits through each season, while enjoying his journey home for Christmas.
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Keane Perfect Symmetry Review
Riding high on the current wave of 80's revivalism, Keane release their third album, Perfect Symmetry - a masterly crafted, beautiful album highlighting a rising band.
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When I Talk About Running
"What I Talk About When I Talk About Running" provides intriguing insights into what motivates and sustains an internationally acclaimed writer.
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Indy 500 Driver Jerry Karl
Jerry Karl suffered from financial restrictions, appalling reliability and second-rate racing cars at the Indianapolis 500.
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The Carnival of Venice, Italy
The Carnival of Venice, traditionally a hedonistic celebration of the good things in life before the austerity of Lent, is going strong in the twenty-first century.
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Sicily Travel - Climbing Mount Etna
Mount Etna, the highest Volcano in Europe, is one of Sicily's most iconic sights. Climbing to the summit and seeing inside the smoking craters is a thrilling experience.
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The Adonis Complex: Insecurity
Adonis was the epitome of physical masculinity in Greek Mythology. He was the product of an incestuous relationship between King Cinyras and his daughter Myrrha.
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Thanksgiving
The holiday season is quickly approaching. It is evident by all the Chirstmas decorations up and for sale in stores across the nations. But what happened to Thanksgiving?
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The 2008 Nobel Prize for Medicine
The 2008 Nobel Prize in Medicine was shared by the discoverers of the HIV and HPV viruses. This article is about the discovery of HPV.
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An Andalucian Tapas Experience
Competence in Spanish isn't needed to enjoy these ubiquitous nibbles. Nor, with such small portions, not to mention low prices, need customers be afraid to experiment.
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Saint Antoine l'Abbaye's Artisans
Where the Alps roll into gentle hills, a courtyard of artisans craft life into a medieval village. In Saint Antoine l'Abbaye, the past is present in more ways than one.
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The 2008 Nobel Prize in Medicine
The 2008 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine was shared by the discoverers of the HIV and HPV viruses. This article is about the discovery of HIV.
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A Standard Bread Recipe To Rely On
Being a successful home breadmaker only needs a standard basic recipe. One which never fails. One which can be made with the ingredients in the store cupboard.
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Download a Business Plan Template
A clear, logically presented business plan is vital to get financial backing for a business startup and to cut the risk of business failure - now you can write your own.
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Asimov's SF December 2008 Reviewed
Fiction from Geoffrey A. Landis, Steven Utley, Nebula-winner Jack McDevitt and David Ira Cleary, and facts from Robert Silverberg, Peter Heck and editor Sheila Williams
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Cape Town's World-class Attractions
Cape Town is attracting ever more discerning travellers looking for natural wonders, cultural diversity, ethnic shopping and modern entertainment in and around one city
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How to Make Christmas Chocolates
These easy recipes for homemade vegan chocolates make wonderful gifts. Chili, mint, cinnamon, berries... even "milk chocolate" without milk.
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Obama and the Russian Challenge
Obama received his first international presidential challenge from Russian President Medvedev within hours after he was elected.
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Cybercriminals Arrested by FBI
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) closes out two-year investigation of "Dark Market" gang of cyberthieves using undercover agents.
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Zalman ZM-RS6F Headphone Review
Surround sound quality doesn't always take a lot of money to achieve and Zalman has a model that will satisfy people on a budget.
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Is Self Employment Going to Change?
Barack Obama's mantra has been change, but to what extent? Is self employment going to change, too? Prepare for the future of work at home jobs.
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Law & Order Returns for Season 18 on NBC
Law & Order, the first series of the sucessful franchise, has returned to NBC for its 18th season. Dick Wolf's creation is a police procedural and courtroom drama.
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Non Alcoholic Cocktail Drinks
For those that do not use alcohol or for children, cocktails without alcohol are an ideal drink. Mocktails are a refreshing and healthy alternative to alcohol cocktails.
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How To Choose Sustainable Fabrics
STOP! Before you get another pair of jeans, before you get your hands on another tailored jacket made from ANY fabric, there are a few alarming facts you should know.
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Mirror's Edge Preview
Mirror's Edge is shaping up as a strong first-person game by creating a vast environment of running and acrobatics while introducing a "true" first person perspective.
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Surviving Spouse House Sales
The surviving mate is often left with a house he or she does not need, does not want, cannot afford and cannot sell. Here's a look at some options.
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How to Plan a Trip to India
Tips for planning a trip to India including the best places to visit in India, the best times to go to India and advice for travelling around India on public transport.
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How to Learn about December Holidays
Learning about celebrations for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa is a great way for secular kids to feel connected to others during the December months.
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An Economic Crisis - Bank Failures
America is having an economic meltdown. This is the largest since the depression. The sub-prime mortgage lending rate, though, was not the only risk factor involved.
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The Stone Age Diet
Countless diets have come and gone, but research shows the Paleolithic Diet holds the key to well-being
and longevity.
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Erin Kennedy is an Advocate For Youth
An interview with Erin Kennedy where she talks about using drama and creative art when teaching and when on Edmund Rice Camps. She discusses the meaning of an image.
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Easy Thanksgiving Pot Roast Recipes
Cooking a pot chuck roast can be a little intimidating at first, but the secret is in browning the meat as shown in these easy Thanksgiving pot roast recipes.
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Madeleine L'Engle
Author of great classics like A Wrinkle in Time and Troubling a Star, Madeleine L'Engle is an author who not only transcends time and generations, but also genres.
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Creative Writing – NaNoWriMo November
In the month of November, over 100,000 amateur and professional writers start pounding the keys in the hopes of producing a 50,000 word novel by the end of the month.
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Paella Making Class in Toronto
Valencian style paella four ways using the classic Bomba Spanish rice - it's like being in Spain in the heart of Toronto.
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Dreaming Is A Gift From God
Many search for the meaning of dreams, spending hours seeking the truth behind their mysteries. For the Muslim, Islam has addressed the question through the Quran.
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How Mortgage Lenders Review Credit
So your middle credit score, per Credit Scores for Mortgages, is good enough to apply for a mortgage. Ah, but there are other credit situations to consider. Be prepared.
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Loving Frank by Nancy Horan
"Loving Frank" is a fictionalized account of the real life relationship between Frank Lloyd Wright and Mamah Borthwick Cheney.
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Saint Yakusan Igen
The transmission of the deep underlying truth of Zen has been compared to a jade running through a golden needle.
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Saint Sekito Kisen
The late Abbess Jiyu Kennett of the Shasta Abbey Zen Buddhist Monastery made a decision to share some of the deeper teachings of Zen with the lay public.
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Saint Seigen Gyoshi
The translator of 'The Denkoroku: The Record of the Tranmission of Light' felt its meaning would be lost to lay readers.
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Lenin's Death
Lenin, having suffered multiple strokes, was held captive by Stalin in the months before his death. The cult of Lenin granted him godlike status.
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How to Host a Cocktail Party
Christmas is the perfect time to entertain friends and family. With basic planning, it is easy to put together a fun and festive cocktail party.
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Explore London's Neighbourhoods
One of the most exhilarating travel experiences, replete with promise, is stepping onto the streets of London with an Oyster card, some spare time and no agenda.
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Saint Daikan Eno
The transmissions of the teachings to the 52 Ancestors in Zen Buddhist Tradition were never meant to reach the eyes of laymen.
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Saint Daimon Konon
'The Denkoroku: The Record of the Transmission of Light' was originally written only for the eyes of Zen monks.
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NFL Week 10 Picks
Week 10 in the NFL is usually right around the team that key injuries start to pile up for top teams and this week is no different.
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Come Dine With Me (Channel 4)
To kick off the new prime-time series of Come Dine with Me, Channel 4 gives us a "celebrity" version of the dinner party bickering and bitterness.
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How to Identify the Poppy Family
Poppies are reminiscent of war, symbolizing the fallen soldiers of battles lost; however, there are several species of poppies, some with surprising medicinal properties.
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LittleBigPlanet Review
LittleBigPlanet from Media Molecule is an experience that is at once progressive, accessible, and endlessly deep - everything the best videogames should be.
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A Look Back at the NFL's Week 9
The halfway point of the NFL season has come and gone and teams are now looking toward Week 10 and beyond as some fight for the playoffs and others plan for next year
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Travel to Wisconsin's Door County
Scenic Door County Peninsula, with the waters of Green Bay on one side and Lake Michigan on the other, features beaches, state parks, golf courses, inns and lighthouses.
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Overpaying for Real Estate Eats Profits
Paying too much for property can add to operating expenses and reduce the profits that a real estate investor can realize from the subsequent sale of the property.
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How To Make Angel Clothespin Dolls
These cute clothespin dolls can be made with inexpensive supplies and make cute teacher gifts, Christmas ornaments or are fun to swap with friends.
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Expelled, a Documentary by Ben Stein
Through multiple interviews and previously untold stories, Ben Stein uncovers a taboo subject - intelligent design - and asks why it was under wraps in the first place.
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Saint Daii Doshin
There were a total of 52 Ancestors in the Zen Buddhist Tradition of the Denkoroku.
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How to Stop Domestic Violence
Domestic violence affects men, women and children of all ages and socioeconomic levels. Victims need to be aware of their rights and seek help immediately.
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Palm Springs Aerial Tram
Soaring 8,516 ft during its ten-minute ascent, The Palm Springs Aerial Tram offers visitors an alternative to the heat of the desert valley.
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Saint Kanchi Sosan
Keizan Zenji is credited with not only preserving but reviving the line of Soto Zen ancestors that up until his time were almost forgotten.
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Saint Eka
The practice, understanding and transmission of Zen has been compared to holding a point in stillness by many of the Ancestors.
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How to Decrease Caregiver Stress
Decreasing caregiver stress is one of the best ways to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease. Here, an expert offers 10 coping tips for caregivers.
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Search Engine Self-diagnosis
Everyone is doing it - doctors too - consulting one of the three billion articles on Google to find a medical diagnosis.
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Saint Bodaidaruma
Shasta Abbey's late Abbess, Jiyu Kennett, often said that the long sentences used in Zen would likely annoy American readers.
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Pixels and Digital Cameras
"How many pixels does it have?" is often the first and only question asked about a digital camera, but is that really important?
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Healthy Trail Mix Recipes for Tweens
Instead of buying the prepackaged trail mixes, mix your own healthy trail mix or gorp. These recipes are great for sport snacks, school parties and easy holiday gifts.
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Saint Hannyatara
The 52 Ancestors in the Zen Buddhist Tradition are often also referred to as 'Patriarchs.'
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Obama and the Muslim World
2008 U.S. President-elect Barack Obama already has an advantage in engaging the Muslim world because of his name and background, but doubts and suspicions remain.
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Two Recent Craig Holden Mysteries
Contemporary mystery writer, Craig Holden's books are dark, yet compelling. They deal with the darker, yet all too believable, sign of mankind.
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How to Collect British Napoleonic Figures
Collecting Napoleonic wargaming figures is a relaxing hobby and a great way to learn about the history of the Napoleonic Wars. The first step is deciding on figure size.
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Saint Funyomitta
The transmission of the deep underlying truth of Zen has been compared to a jade running through a golden needle. .
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Fallout 3 Review, Xbox 360
Fallout 3 offers gamers a wide open world and sandbox-style gameplay, but beware the consequences of your actions as you venture out into The Wasteland.
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How to Grow an Online Clothing Business
Starting an online business can be a challenge, but the obstacles don't disappear once the storefront is up and running. Growing an e-tail store presents new problems.
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Saint Bashyashita
The late Abbess Jiyu Kennett of the Shasta Abbey Zen Buddhist Monastery made a decision to share some of the deeper teachings of Zen with the lay public.
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Artist Date About Art Museums
Most people equate visiting a museum with educational experiences, or some other type of learning experience. This is a field trip for you!
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Obama: A Big New Deal For Business
To boost the ailing economy, Obama will want to help small and medium-sized businesses and institute his own version of Roosevelt's New Deal.
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Occasional Therapy for Your Midlife Years
Dr. Ellyn Gamberg is a qualified psychotherapist with over twenty years experience. She focuses on the present with her short-term therapy that offers long-term results.
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Saint Shishobodai
The translator of 'The Denkoroku: The Record of the Tranmission of Light' felt its meaning would be lost to lay readers.
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Saint Kakurokuna
The transmissions of the teachings to the 52 Ancestors in Zen Buddhist Tradition were never meant to reach the eyes of laymen.
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Pumpkin Pie with Maple Walnut Praline
Traditional pumpkin pie gets dressed up with the addition of maple walnut praline and pastry leaves to make dessert a highlight of Thanksgiving dinner.
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Saint Manura
'The Denkoroku: The Record of the Transmission of Light' was originally written only for the eyes of Zen monks.
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Top 5 Gift Ideas for Cat Owners
Looking for a unique gift idea for a cat owner? Check out these great gift ideas for animal lovers on Christmas, Hanukkah, for a birthday or any other occasion!
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Cat Behaviour Myths and Facts
There are many persistent myths regarding feline intentions, most of which stem from a misunderstanding of cat behaviour.
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Melatonin Deficiency in ASD
A recent research article found that 65% of individuals with ASD have a reduction in melatonin. This is due to a reduced ability to convert serotonin into melatonin.
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Feel Better about Yourself Naked
How do you learn to overcome this and feel great about yourself naked? How can you create a more positive body image and enjoy your sexual relationships to their fullest?
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Lead Poisoning--Still an Issue
The adverse effects of lead exposure have been recognized for generations. Lead poisoning is far from being merely an item of historical interest.
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Saint Bashyubanzu
There were a total of 52 Ancestors in the Zen Buddhist Tradition of the Denkoroku.
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Where Are the Good Bars in Amsterdam?
There are a plethora of guides to debauchery in Amsterdam, but if that's not your style or you just need a night off, here are some low-key nightlife options.
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Unique Xmas Gift Idea for Teens
Teens can learn so much through the Kiva microfinance organisation. It's an online set-up to allow lenders to support people in the developing world.
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Vist the Vancouver Aquarium
From viewing the dolphins and sea otters to meeting Vancouver's baby beluga called Tiqa, a trip to the Vancouver Aquarium makes the perfect rainy day family activity.
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What's New at Beaver Creek, Colorado
Beaver Creek Resort welcomes guests with a host of new attractions this ski season. Here's a peek at what awaits visitors at the luxury ski area and village.
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Kisses Baby Wrap Carriers
Kisses Baby Wraps were created by a young mother who recognized a niche that could be filled with an affordable, stylish, high-quality baby carrier.
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The Excavation of Port Royal
Destroyed at the peak of its prosperity by an earthquake, parts of sevententh century Port Royal remain preserved under the sea.
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How to Start a Carpool
Carpooling can be the solution to the cost of travel and the price of gas. Sharing a ride can be a good alternative even for those on shift-work.
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Barack Obama Makes History
President Barack Obama represents a quantum leap for American values and attitudes. Obama won a convincing victory and attracted unlikely voters.
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How RAM Speeds up Your Computer
Installing additional RAM (Random Access Memory) is an effective way to speed up your PC. Read on to learn how RAM make your computer run faster.
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How to Make a Thanksgiving Tree
This paper Thanksgiving tree reminds children to give thanks, and makes a great craft for a preschool, elementary school, or Sunday school class, or for kids at home.
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What are Irrational Numbers?
Irrational numbers, though of great importance in many branches of mathematics, are difficult concepts for the human mind to grasp, for they are real, yet infinite.
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How to Diet on a Budget
In this economy saving money is a priority. Learn more about how to transform your diet without parting with your hard-earned cash.
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Vitamin D Deficency And Infertility
A recent search study which aimed to look at fragmented sperm, found that a shocking third of all men studied had a significant vitamin D deficiency.
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Human Hermaphrodites
While a hermaphrodite is defined as any organism that has both male and female reproductive organs, most humans with the condition prefer to be labeled as intersexual.
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Lions on the Hunt in Africa
The physical appearance and social structure of African Lions contribute to their successful hunting techniques.
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Lower Your Risk for Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurological affliction that affects the part of the brain that has to do with memory and language. Use natural health to lower your risk.
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Cats in the Garden
Some cats like to snuggle up indoors, but many short-haired breeds do enjoy the outdoors. Fresh air is good for your cat provided your pet is safe in the garden.
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Christmas Presents for Two-Year-Olds
Christmas toys that are both educational and fun are best bets for two year olds. Simple and traditional toys best support the educational needs of young children.
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