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Statement necklaces are coming up everywhere! But finding the perfect one can be discouraging. While JCrew is known for their bold statement necklaces, most of us are unwilling to pay $100 for a piece of costume jewelry. The key is to look in the right places. Here is a list of my favorite places to…

I know spring has arrived when I spot the first scissor-tailed flycatcher. These gorgeous birds leave their winter home to summer here in North Texas. The birds perch patiently on fences and utility wires. Scissor-tailed flycatchers primarily eat insects, grasshoppers and crickets. The bird settles on a line until it spots a meal, then flies…

I wasn’t able to conceive again after the difficult three-day labors I had with my first two children. My doctor told me that I would have troubling conceiving again after the damage to my uterus caused by the prolonged labor and dramatic birth of my second son. At 10-pounds, he was delivered by emergency c-section,…

What better way to get youth connected to the Creator than to put them in touch with His Creation? And there are fewer places more excited about connecting young people with God through creation than modern Christian camps. Today’s Kids Need Camp More Than Ever Consider these startling statistics provided by the 800-member Christian Camp…

Elizabeth Warren, who was born on June 22, 1949, is a United States Senator from Massachusetts. She was formerly a professor at the Harvard Law School. Here are 10 interesting facts about the female politician: Elizabeth Warren Facts #1: She has a husband who is also successful with his work. Her husband is currently a…

Running or walking in marathons requires some prep work involving an exercise routine for at least six months before the marathon. Part of this health and wellness plan is to begin to eat the right food in the right amounts and to avoid fast foods, snack foods. No male or female can participate in a…

Over my years working in the telecoms industry, one aspect of customer frustration was “overage charges.” Most of these charges would typically result from using up all the minutes included in their subscribed plan. These charges add up really fast, and could balloon out of control, often leading to an interruption of service for either…

The penultimate episode of the first season of Showtime’s Victorian era horror series Penny Dreadful largely deals with, as did a flashback episode earlier in the season, the possession of Vanessa Ives, the character portrayed by Eva Green. While Vanessa’s extrasensory perceptions and supernatural aura have come in handy for the characters as they seek…

He refuses to call it a season. Even as he watched his peers wow fans during the 63rd annual NBA All-Star Game-another game he had to sit out because of his injured left knee-while fielding questions from TNT analysts about the status of his rehab, Kobe Bryant couldn’t bring himself to admit that a return…

The motherboard is definitely one of the most important components in a PC. It connects all of the other components together, allowing them to communicate with one another. For me, choosing a motherboard will depend on two primary reasons: purpose and budget. If you’re not planning on using two or more graphics cards, why buy…

You have waited 13 long years for this day – your child is graduating! And let’s face it, your kid is more concerned with going to all of his friends’ graduation parties than he or she is with helping you plan their own. So here is an easy, quick guide to throwing the graduation party…

Minor delusion events have been happening for a couple of years with our elder. She would see someone who wasn’t there or something of that nature. A quick check to make sure there wasn’t a stranger around reassured her. Now they are becoming more complicated. To Them it’s Real: A delusion is something that isn’t…

Something that William didn’t tell Isabel about the magic quill was that it could send messages to the sleeping brain of the subject of the princess’s sorrow. That night while the king slept he had fitful, spectral dreams. He saw a translucent face with long, luxurious hair. The specter looked like an older version if…

Signs and symptoms of Gall Bladder Disease and stones may not present themselves in typical medical fashion as you may think. While complaints may consist of nausea, vomiting and a generalized upset stomach, typically after eating, not all will experience this. As a registered nurse, (RN), and someone who had severe gall bladder disease and…

“12 Years a Slave” is certainly 180 degrees of fresh air removed from the despicable “The Birth of a Nation,” from 1915, and is even a vast improvement over the sentimental and apologetic “Gone With the Wind,” from 1939. But are modern films that deal with slavery and its aftermath becoming too predictable? Overuse of…

Your immune system is a very important part of the body. It helps to maintain your overall health. It also helps fight off harmful microbes. Harmful microbes can cause diseases, illnesses, and cancer. It is important that you take good care of your immune system. There are a variety of foods that will help boost…

Larry Doby (1923-2003) was the first black player to play in the American League (in 1947), eleven weeks after Jackie Robinson broke into the National League. Doby was also the second African American major-league-baseball manager (White Sox, 1978, after being passed over by the Cleveland Indians in favor of Frank Robinson) and the third American…

Everything that keeps America’s Got Talent fresh and unique in talent TV was packed into the first of the Los Angeles auditions this week. Even the judges couldn’t judge the talent by appearances, and some of the most touching moments in the competition’s history happened before America’s eyes. The heart, humor, and surprise continue to…

Finding the right hosting company is a critical part of setting up a website. If you want to ensure that your site is on a stable platform, you want to have the best hosting possible. With all of the different companies out there vying for customers, it can be hard to tell which hosting service…

#1 Narrow the focus of your Homepage Eliminate clutter; make your homepage easy on the eyes by removing any distractors, such as multicolored backgrounds and quotes. Remember that you are here to sell a product; that should be your primary focus. Keep it simple and focus on one product at a time, when possible. Use…

Could you be an innocent contributor to poisoning your dog in your own backyard? I learned the hard way when one of my almost two year old, healthy dogs developed an unusual addiction to apples in my yard. And that’s not the only fruit that can cause a potentially fatal outcome to your pet. It…

One of the best ways to ensure that your guests enjoy your party is to make them feel like dreamboats. Really, love. It’s that simple. When everyone feels gorgeous, they relax, become less self-conscious and take more joy in themselves and others. An easy way to make your guests feel attractive is to light them…

Actor Jeff Fahey is one of those actors in Hollywood who has never been lacking for work. Ever since his first major role on the soap opera “One Life to Live,” he has appeared in an endless number of movies like “Silverado,” “Psycho III,” “White Hunter, Black Heart” opposite Clint Eastwood, and more recently he…

All year long, we look forward to summer. Longer, sunnier days, warm weather, and a relaxed atmosphere make it the perfect time to plan a vacation for yourself, or a trip the whole family can enjoy. Before you properly go on vacation though, you should consider some apps that could make your travels and vacation…

When summer gets closer and the weather heats up, bikinis and tank tops are all the rage. You might feel pressured to get rid of the excess fat spilling over and under your bra line. In addition to doing regular cardio and eating a healthy diet, targeted strength-training exercises can help reduce body fat including…

Preparing for college life is an exciting part of a prospective student’s life. For this reason, it is vital that students and parents visit college campuses and attend tours to get a sense of what the college is all about. Unfortunately, not all college tours are conducted with the student’s best interests at heart. Below…

Introduction Do you have problems with smudges and paper feeding in your Windows 7 print outs? If you do then this guide will show you how to solve them. You have to go to your Maintenance Menu Tab in your Printing Preferences and perform several maintenance functions. These functions include:Bottom Plate Cleaning Roller Cleaning 8…

As a nurse for over 40 years, I have taken care of people diagnosed with lupus. I had a few co-workers who carried the lupus gene, and my two grandchildren’s father has two close relatives diagnosed with internal and external lupus. I have a close friend of many years whom her doctor diagnosed with lupus…

Attached to the front, back, or side of the house, a covered porch is a place from where we watch traffic pass by, enjoy a spectacular view, or put our feet up to relax. When envisioning a porch, we may conjure images of sitting on the porch, sipping lemonade or cold sweet tea on a…

The motto of the Boys Scouts of America is “Be Prepared,” and while I was never a Boy Scout, it is sage advice for every day usage. Be prepared. It’s simple and to the point. I’ve made it a point for that to become my mantra. It takes so little time to stop and scan…

All of us have unique reasons for choosing a SSRI to deal with issues like anxiety and depression. For myself, the daily stress of my job became too much to handle on my own. Daily tears and and panic attacks became normal, and I felt like I was a former shell of myself. After talking…

The New York Mets find themselves in a rather precarious position with respect to their current roster talent, low payroll, fan base disgust and how they can keep the fans coming to Citi Field in 2014. The payroll is now down to under 90 million for 2014. The Yankees in comparison are over 190 million….

Workplace tension is a very common thing in society. Many people go to work angry each day because they have to work with someone they don’t get along with. Problems with coworkers can gradually manifest and become major issues that can affect job performance and can divide the work environment and make your coworkers uncomfortable….

When I was riding on a dingy school bus, squeezed three in a seat on a bumpy, 45-minute ride (one way) to my middle school, Hanson was riding in style (and smoothly) on a brand new, luxuriously spacious our bus. Hanson, a pop band comprised of three brothers from Tulsa, became my role models when…

Without a doubt, Recreation Centers are a popular fad in “specialty gyms.” Although traditional gyms have been popular for decades, Recreation (Rec) Centers have been steadily gaining a loyal following due to the alternative exercise options available at most locations. In addition, adult and child-based classes fill the weekly schedule, ranging from practical technological skills…

According to the smart alecs at ESPN, no African country will get out of the group stages of the 2014 World Cup. They have run their simulations and algorithms and come up with a Soccer Power Index that predicts that no African country will advance. OK, maybe it is not a definite prediction or prophecy,…

Nobody’s perfect. However, If you are looking for an ideal companion, a person worthy of your love, then here’s a few important guidelines to help determine if he’s the right man for you. 1. He’s behavior towards his mother To most of us, our mothers are one of the most important and special beings in…

Tagged as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the quaint village of Bantham, England, is tucked away deep in the Devon countryside with no signposts pointing toward it. Quietly situated on the idyllic coast of South Devon, with a few Roman ruins but no such thing as a mobile phone signal, it appears to be…

It can be daunting to be diagnosed with a food allergy like celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Will you have to say adios to some of your favorite foods? Some, yes, but definitely not all. These days there are so many great gluten-alternatives out there that you should be able to have some variation of…

Country music is becoming quite popular in the United States and has been steadily growing in popularity for the last century. According to the 2012 annual music study of the NPD group; country was the top rated music genre in America for the year of 2012. Why is country music becoming so popular? Many people…

I’ve come across several people who have bought crested ducks and ducklings and try to breed them without really knowing what they’re getting into. Crested ducks have become so popular, that unwanted ones are getting dumped in parks and lakes. The gene that is responsible for that crest is detrimental and there are many issues…

There is a lot to consider when choosing which restaurant to go to, and one of the things to consider is how late the restaurant is open. On weekends, many people prefer to go to restaurants that might be open later than most other restaurants. Here is a guide to some of New Jersey’s best…

Sometimes I wish I didn’t have a car because of all the expenses that go with it. You have to buy the car, fix the car, fill the car with gas, wash the car, and insure the car. There are probably other hidden expenses in there, too. If I didn’t have a car and I…

You can have a clean, shiny car while conserving water and without leaving new footprints on the environment. The following 5 car-care products standout as the greenest in the growing green product market. 5. Car Planet’s Tire Shine Car Planet’s 100-percent organic Tire Shine stands out as the best non-chemical solution for keeping tires black…

COMMENTARY | Was the post-World War II economic boom in the West, which saw citizens of all social classes enjoy tremendous growth in income and quality of living, merely an anomaly? French economist Thomas Piketty thinks so, and believes that we are headed toward a return of intense socioeconomic division in the 21st century akin…

Gainesville, Florida, is home to an assortment of wonderful art galleries as well as yearly art festivals. The home of the University of Florida and Santa Fe College, Gainesville is rich in young local artists and boasts a culture of creativity. Use this article as your guide as you tour the city and take in…

How would you like to work in comfort with the newly split designed keyboard that lets your hand, wrist, and forearm rest while naturally positioning and aligning them? This Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 for Business is a newly curved key layout makes the keys easier to reach. There is a slide called the zoom…

April 6, 2014 – 49th ACM Awards 2014 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — The night was filled with excitement for country music’s brightest stars, which included performances from many of today’s hottest performers – including Jason Aldean, George Strait, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, and even Stevie Nicks with Lady Antebellum….

One of the biggest aspects of Thai culture that has become popular throughout the world is the food. The seemingly artistic appearance of a Thai dish would convince you that the meal took hours of preparation. Fortunately, you will discover that most of these meals can be completed in less than an hour! Thai food…

The world loves a love story. Shakespeare wrote “Romeo and Juliet” 500 years ago, and it’s still retold in teen romance movies. Anyone can be a “star-crossed lover,” facing obstacles to forbidden love. Even me. When I couldn’t find a job in America, I went overseas to teach English. After 6 lonely months in frozen…

When you peruse the listings on GoFundMe, you must be aware of scam postings and the genuine ones. It’s easy to bypass the campaigns that ask for others to pay for their luxuries, like getting married in Hawaii. No way that person deserves a dollar much less the $50,000 asked for in the campaign. It…

Movies always feature male time travelers. The Back to the Future movies were about Marty and Doc cruising through time in a DeLorean. Female time traveling in the movies were incidental to that. The Time Travelers Wife is an obvious case…It is about a male time traveler and his non-time traveling wife. The most recent…

It’s always important to go a professional for your hair color whenever possible. That being said, emergencies happen. Perhaps your hairdresser is on an extended vacation, or you just can’t seem to scrape up the money to go to the salon. Read on for the best way to take on a color touch-up yourself at…

Cabo San Lucas is a beautiful beach destination that lies on the southern most tip of the Baja California peninsula. It’s a small Mexican town that packs a big punch when it comes to gourmet bites and sips. Here are some top local picks for family-friendly restaurants in Cabo San Lucas. 1. Maro’s Shrimp House…

Breakfast skillets have grown in popularity at restaurants, but they’re surprisingly easy to make and much more economical when you do it yourself. Your first decision is whether you want to make a large skillet for the table or individual skillets made to order. For a large skillet, use a 10 to 12 inch skillet….

I am writing this letter to express my feelings on procrastination. This is a very common action for young adults and I am curious about the psychological factors behind their actions. I can think of so many incidences where procrastinating has gotten me into some trouble and yet, I still continue to do it. So…

There is no denying that housing costs in the U.S. have grown exponentially and have become so volatile, that a pillar of what is considered to be the core of the American Dream is continuously flying farther away from the hands that work so hard to achieve such dreams. The median price of a house…

Colon cancer (and all cancers) are always diagnosed in stages, and we know they can range from a Stage I to a Stage IV. Those not versed in those stages also should know that sub-stage letters are placed on each respective stage based on certain things found in the diagnosis. But if you’ve never been…

Looking for a nice bar to relax after a long day at work? Look no further! Just punch in the following addresses in your smart phone for a quick ride to the best wine bars in Santa Clarita Valley. Wine 661 Wine Bar & Bottle Shoppe: Located in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley…

The emergency room doctor barely peeked over her glasses when she looked up from her chart to ask “Do you have insurance?” This was not the question, no matter how inevitable it was, that I wanted to hear, no less answer right now. “No.” I had applied for Blue Cross Blue Shield in my early…

No matter the field you work in, communication is very important; more specifically, the ability to send a message and make the others appreciate it and remember it. You might be a teacher, a manager, or a salesperson. Actually, you might simply be a parent who is trying to teach and educate a child. The…

Hickory has good selection of dance clubs. This is a list of the top four night clubs offering nightly entertainment. Dance clubs, in the past, were usually thought of disco’s, places offering nightly DJ entertainment. Today’s dance clubs have evolved to providing modern forms of music and are bring back the live bands. This is…

We’ve been talking about our annual vacation all year, but when it came time to pull the trigger on going, we determined that it just wasn’t in the financial cards. While we’d been looking forward to our trip down to Florida, unfortunately, sometimes fiscal responsibility trumps fun in the sun. And though we are typically…

I live in a small town that is so small that if you blink, you’ll miss it. Therefore, when I want to dance and have a good time, I travel to Springfield, MO, which is about one hour away from where I live. The great thing about Springfield is that no matter what your preference…

Heimdall was released for the Facebook game Marvel: Avengers Alliance in conjunction with the release of Thor 2: The Dark World. He since became a powerful threat in PvP. Alone he isn’t that difficult to defeat, but when paired with the right heroes, he is devastating. Part of what makes him so difficult is that…

Making herbal and natural shampoos helps keep harsh detergents and chemicals out of your daily hair treatments. This makes caring for your hair and scalp much easier. Mild soaps, essential oils, and emulsifiers combine to make gentle shampoos for even the most sensitive hair and scalps. Herbal Shampoo with Pine and Grapefruit The Herbal Shampoo…

A college student puts all her expenses on her dad’s credit card — all her expenses, in addition to the tuition he paid with it. The card is maxed out, charges are being declined, and his credit score is plummeting. The solution? Now he gets reports from a credit-monitoring service so he can keep track…

A democratic transition in 1975 During the Franco’s dictatorship, Juan Carlos position was the one of a king with no reign while Franco was the real leader and king of Spain. At his death in 1975, Juan Carlos was so nominated Captain general, the highest military position in Spain, with the full powers inherited from…

Rating: PG-13Length: 84 minutesRelease Date: February 03, 2012Directed by: Josh TrankGenre: Drama / Sci-fi / Thriller A strange yet familiar world seen through the perspective of a camcorder, this movie displays an interesting approach to how different people would react to suddenly gaining powers they do not understand. Those who enjoy the idea of superpowers…

Traveling to a foreign country can be a pleasant experience. You have the opportunity to explore new cultures, meet new people, and try new foods! But the whole experience may not be completely positive, especially if you have to rent a car in the foreign country you’re visiting. Many factors can affect your car rental…

My biggest travel disaster was when my family and I traveled to California for a family reunion. Anyone that takes a long family vacation will have a new appreciation for their home once the trip is over. As much as I wish I could tell you that I just made this story up, the fact…

Unemployment for long periods of time can cause people who are desperate for work to try almost anything for a paycheck. Unfortunately there are many scam jobs out there. When hunting for employment, you need to see the signs before someone takes advantage of you. Know a Pyramid Scheme When You See One A pyramid…

With the increased costs across the board, parents of babies are desperately looking for ways to stock up and stay ahead with diapers and other baby supplies. The following tips and places may be the answer that you seek. Diapers.Com- Offers deep discounts and promo codes to purchase all types, brands and sizes. Some brands…

The Tour de France is the Super Bowl of cycling, with as much dazzle, commercialism and history as the Super Bowl. Here is the least you need to know about the history of this most prestigious of cycling races. It Started Off as a Magazine Promotion The year was 1903. The French magazine L’Auto needed…

Eggs can be delicious. Lots of foods rely on them. It is said that the sign of a good chef is being able to cook a perfect egg. Let’s be honest, though. Eggs are also kind of weird. Who hasn’t looked at the slimy insides of a raw egg, or — even worse — cracked…

Although a puppy can bring great joy to your family, he comes with a great responsibility. Just like a young child, you have to teach it right from wrong. Part of this includes the housebreaking process. Learning how to properly do this can keep you from constantly cleaning wet and smelly, unpleasant surprises, and make…

At the end of Marvel’s “The Avengers,” there is a post-credit scene where the creature that Loki was working with to send aliens to attack the earth turned to the camera for the first time and was revealed. That character was the villain Thanos. He will also be pulling the strings for the bad guys…

Books are an important resource to help your child learn to read, develop their vocabulary and help them acquire knowledge. In addition, it’s great for kids to be exposed to a wide array of genres of literature. The problem is books can be expensive. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get free books for…

You either win easily or die quickly when using Sandman in Marvel: Avengers Alliance. There is no middle ground. Against villains like Hydro Man or Dragoness, he is nothing more than a liability. Against a villain like Sabretooth, he dominates. Even enemies that he has no particular advantage against, like Magneto, simply aren’t very threatening…

The last time I heard about brainstorming was probably elementary school; perhaps you’re in the same boat. I remember having to use “spider-webs” and other ways of brainstorming ideas for a creative story. When I was a kid, it was somewhat fun–but then I grew up and everything became real…and harder. As such, I haven’t…

One of the questions that I get quite a lot from other people, usually friends and family, when they want to buy a computer is, “Should I buy a computer that’s bundled or in a package? Or should I buy the parts separately and build the computer from the ground up?” For PC hardware/gaming enthusiasts,…

The 12th annual “World’s 50 Best Restaurants” list for 2014 has been announced. Some of the world’s top chefs and food critics gathered at the medieval Guildhall in London to witness the much-anticipated announcement. With cheering and hoots described as raucous enough for a sporting match, one might think that only one thing mattered: the…

With football fans looking forward to the 2014 NFL draft in May, some might wonder about a new influx of nicknames moving into the league. Right at the top might be one of the most infamous nicknames in college football of all-time – a nickname that will either become legendary or dissipate in the professional…

The other day I smelled something slightly foul. Following my nose, I quickly discovered the source of the scent: my daughter’s socks….that were still on her feet, happily perched on our ottoman. It was time for me to get her new shoes or, at the very least, de-stink her other shoes. This reminded me of…

My 30 year career in sales and marketing included owning a service business. Following that I consulted with over 177 clients on programs like organization. These experiences gave me extensive experience with filing systems. In researching for a new information product, I felt overwhelmed by thousands of documents. As a small business, you face this…

The talented vocalists comprising the American Idol Top 10 for Season 13 were tasked to sing Billboard Top 10 hits from 2011 to today this week, and the judges had a lot to say about the songs. Jennifer Lopez donned all-white couture for the evening, but no one was waving a white flag over their…

I like chocolate, but the next big thing is…Nutella. Sorry to disappoint all those Tim Tam lovers out there, but Nutella is the real deal. You can’t spread a Tim Tam on things, although you can have a Tim Tam on a slice of bread, but you can spread Nutella. You can even spread Nutella…

Outdoor dates are an excellent option for when you want to spend some quality time with your significant other. When the weather is right, outdoor dates are both romantic and enjoyably because they allow the two of you to focus on having a great time while being active together. They are also fantastic because they…

I don’t believe doing diet cleanses every now and then is a bad thing. What could be bad about flushing out your system to detoxify and clean your insides out? I would say it’s become quite cliché, though. At least among my friends and acquaintances, it seems to be the thing to do if you…

Summer in the city of Los Angeles propels you outdoors. The glorious weather is impetus to get out and explore a part of town that you may have never seen. Looking for some exercise on a sunny Saturday morning, my husband and I decided to check out the canals of Venice. If you didn’t know,…