The image of the snow gently falling, the air is crisp and a fire gently burning in a fireplace while the entire family sits nearby is lovely. Having a fireplace in your home adds a distinct coziness and also can increase the value of your property. A fireplace is highly desirable and many people choose…
5To say the world of dating is filled with potential for missteps is an understatement. It seems as though you can do the wrong thing at any given moment when dating. To make things worse, the guy you’re interested in may never say a word about what you’re doing wrong; giving you a chance to…
Personal Development, at its basis, is anything that allows us to grow into an ordered life that is of our choosing. This is one of the most cherished of goals among self-improvement practitioners. There are some excellent methods available for achieving it. However, it is easier said than done. Here are a few hints and…
The feeling of anger can come from two different places within us. Anger that comes from an adult, rational place can be called outrage. Outrage is the feeling we have when confronted with injustice. Outrage mobilizes us to take appropriate action when harm is being done to ourselves, others, and the planet. Outrage is a…
Every year thousands of homeowners do major renovations on their house in order to improve the value as well as enjoy their improvements. Some home improvements are very costly and many do not have a good return for the money spent. If you want to improve your home and up the value, at the same…
It seems like everything is so complicated these days, especially anything electronic which is more and more products everyday. Why are they so complex? “Hey, our cell phone takes pictures, sharpens knives, mows the lawn, pays your bills, steers your car, and cooks dinner, all by voice command!” Give us a break! Unfortunately, the reason…
Digital cameras can be pricey – but they can also be cheap. Who wants expensive, anyway? Instead of immediately shelling out hundreds of dollars for a newly-launched model, learn to buy on your terms. You just need to pay attention to the features and bargains and you can have your own camera according to what…
I once had a talk with a student who pointed out the almost insane notion that anyone could think that they could use a preset string of moves (known as a kata, pronounced Kah-tah) to handle something as chaotic as a fight. He said it made no sense to him how any master, who really…
With so much choice available, choosing the right summer vacation can be a nightmare. That is why it is important to choose what it is that you want to do before you actually book anything. For example, would you like to do something different on holiday or are you just getting away from it all…
In the distance, something stirs. A drifting polar bear searches for food on the edge of camp. Despite the presence of the huge beast, the men are in little danger. The guns take care of that. It is rare for a bear to wander so close. She must be hungry. For the scientists and professionals…