Life Style Posts

Could it be true that a Gambling Czar is in our future?  The author of this article seems to think it's a possibility.  The author seems to feel that our president is very busy creating different bureaucracies and not really considering how to pay for the Czars except to tax gamblers. They refer readers to a site http://www.controversialpolitics.com/blog/2009/07/22/obama-the-bully.html.&...

Faux silk draperies can be a major investment for your home so you need to take great care in picking them out. You will need to choose a style that fits the room.  Don't go with something masculine if the room itself isn't. Stick with something elegant if your furnishings lend that feel.  You will need to decide if the panels will stay open or close, the length they should be, and if yo...

You're middle aged and the spark is going out of your relationship.  How do you keep that spark alive?  You can do something spontaneous like bringing home roses when it's not a special occasion.  Hug, a lot, and a loving kiss on the cheek will kindle that spark.  Leave love notes and text messages to say I love you.  Bring home a surprise gift like a CD your spouse would ...

The first Thanksgiving was in 1621 on the Plymouth plantation. This gathering was the beginning of a tradition that is still honored today.  Traditionally Thanksgiving is a harvest festival, a day to give thanks for good crops and to just be thankful for everything you have.Today Thanksgiving is also a day to give thanks for all you have.  No matter what your situation you can find somet...

It's three days since my last post.  I didn't realize it had been that long.  Do you ever run into this situation? The one where you totally lose track of time?As a person who does this on a regular basis, I can tell you it's most frustrating.  I even got messed up on what week of the month it was last week.  It's a good thing someone mentioned that Thanksgiving was NEXT week s...

Imagine living in a country where malnutrition is high, and there is no safe drinking water.  Such is the fate of many who live in Guinea, Africa.  Refugee camps in Nigeria and Zimbabwe, Africa are set up for those who cannot care for their families and for people escaping oppressive authority.  All over Africa people are sharing in the unrest caused from underpriced commodities, la...

"What is Fear?" explains that fear is a natural response to threats and there are different types of fear depending on what causes it.  Your body goes through many changes when you are afraid.  Your face changes, your heart rate increases, muscles tighten for fight or flight.  Your mouth gets dry and you begin to sweat. The degree of these reactions depends on the type of fear you a...

Childcarevoice.com is a site devoted to children.  The article, "Ways to Volunteer as a Family" gives ideas on how to get your children involved in helping others.  They can start by donating clothes and food to those who are needy.  You can go shopping for people, or volunteer at thrift stores.  Let your children contribute to the ideas for volunteer projects.  Maybe they...

There are different answers to the question: What attracts a man to a specific woman? Stereotypically there are three types of men; a boob man, a leg man, and one that appreciates a nice derriere.  The author's brother admits that he first notices a woman's appearance.  That she must be nice to look at and should be slim.  he also responded that he would take someone who was attract...

David Givens is an anthropologist and Timothy Perper is a biologist.  These gentlemen spent many, many hours in lounges all over America watching men and women flirt.  They came to the conclusion that courtship in these bars has different stages.  Helen Fisher has written an article in which she divides them into five.Men and women flirt differently but, one thing they do have in co...

Proper Punishment for Children is an article about how to handle misbehaving in this day and age.  Unlike thirty years ago, today's punishments do not include using a belt or a parent's hand.  You must be sure to make the punishment is appropriate for the age of the child.  For infants that are beginning to explore, you should remove items that you don't want them to touch.  If...

Have you ever wanted to know "who tends to vote republican"?  The article by that name explains that people who believe in the right to bear arms, are pro-life, and pro-business will more than likely vote republican. These individuals also believe they can spend their money better than the government. This could be why 50% of republicans are more likely than democrats.  Individuals that ...

Wikipedia defines friendship as the cooperative and supportive relationship between two or more people. That statement sounds rather cold but is the essence of the relationship.  Friendship is important in many ways.  It creates a support system between two people that allows them to rely on eachother in times of need.  It gives two people someone to have a private joke with, to lau...

We all get amused by something and have a good laugh or chuckle.  Often, afterwards, we feel better for a while.  There are reasons for that.  Laughter reduces pain and helps us handle discomfort.  It can reduce blood surgar levels and this increases glucose tolerance in everyone.  It improves the syntax in the brain, therefore improving job performance. It's important in ...

It's hard to believe it's been ten days since I last wrote an article.  The time I spent in Wisconsin with my brother's funeral and visiting friends and family really flew but it's nice to be back home.  I missed writing my articles while I was gone.  Doing them has become part of me and what I do.  Yes, I do them to earn a living and yes, I have to invest money in the website ...

My brother passed away on September 20, 2009.  I miss him!! He fought a valiant fight against prostate cancer that wasn't caught in time.  It spread through his entire body very quickly but he didn't quit fighting to do as much as he could until the very last. My brother and I had two different mothers and the same father.  Because of the length of time between marriages, we were bo...

What do you do when things go wrong?  Almost everyone will have a different answer.  Some will find something physical to do.  These people find that the physical activity takes them away from the problem and lets them clear their minds so they can think things through later.  The trouble with this is that the physical activity can help clear the mind but the problem still loom...

You can take vitamins, eat correctly, exercise daily, use herbs and essential oils, get massages, have a reflexology treatment and do many other things that are good for you.  After all these things you can still feel like something is missing. You can spend time talking to your best friend, you can visit your children and grandchildren but something seems to be lacking.  What could be m...

The author of the article "What Happened to the Stimulus Package Lobbying Disclosure" wonders what happened to the promises made by the Obama administration.  The main question is "what happened to the stimulus package lobbying disclosure?". The article explains that about 800 lobbyists had registered to lobby on stimulus issues; but you can only find a few of them on agency websites. There h...

We got the paperwork on our home loan yesterday.  To say we're excited would be a very large understatement. We're excited, a little scared, and a lot nervous about this big move at our ages.  My husband is 70 and I'm 60.  The nervousness comes from not being prepared financially as much as we should be at our ages.It's important for the younger people reading this article to know t...

Happy Labor Day to you all! I hope it brings you respite from your daily jobs and chores.  If, by chance, you have to work this day I hope you get another day to relax from your toil.  Each of us deserve and have earned a day away occasionally.It doesn't matter if it's a holiday like Labor Day, as long as you get a chance to get away from anything connected to work.  You can fill th...

Acomicallife.com is a site that has articles on a variety of topics.  "Musings on Corporate Moves" covers a topic that is near to many people.  How do you cope with a move, let alone a series of moves?  You have to get organized.  Having a pad and pen handy to write down directions to new places, getting doctors lined up, and get your home ready for the movers to unload the tru...

"How Homosexuals Can Blend in with Heterosexuals" is an article about the difficulties homosexual persons face in a heterosexual world.  It suggests that gays and lesbians have more problems than the "normal" person.  That their successes come harder than others' do.  Heterosexuals are prejudiced against them and make life uncomfortable.  It's hard for them to have dinner toget...

FixorBreakup.com has articles on how to argue the right way, communicate with your spouse, counseling, and other things pertaining to relationships.  Well written and insightful, the articles are a good read.  "How to Compromise in a Relationship" delves into the art of "playing nice".  Compromise works the same in adulthood as it did when you were a child on the playground.  E...

Do you look out your window and see a lawn that needs mowing or do you see the miracle of growth that God gave the grass.  Do you go for a walk and see birds flying and hope they don't mess on your car or do you think Wow! it's a miracle they can fly.  Do you look at your children and wish they would leave you alone or do you realize the miracles they are and their capability to love.God...

No matter how much I learn about fibromyalgia, no matter how much I know better, I still overdo - a lot.  Setting still has never been one of my favorite things and after just so long, I have to do something.  Well, today I tackled a weed patch and I'll pay for it tomorrow.Don't get me wrong, I walk most days, do yoga, and do resistance training.  But the gentle movements I use don'...

If you enjoy ballroom dancing http://www.ballroomdancernetwork.com/2009/08/15/famous-ballroom-dancers -.html is a good place to visit.  It has articles all about ballroom dancing, how it developed, and who is doing it.  "Famous Ballroom Dancers" gives a list of dancers both past and present. Couples like Vernon and Irene Castle, Red Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Nina Kroner and Tony De Marc...

Those of us with fibromyalgia often feel alone in our misery.  Although family and friends love us and give us all the support they can; they can't really understand what we are going through.  It sometimes takes being and talking with others that have the same condition to help us over the really rough spots.  Fibromyalgia support groups are located all over the country and on line...

"Insecurities" is a personal journey that takes the author through the anxiety of having people help them with doctor's appointments and other errands.  The author became insecure when they were afraid to ask for help anymore.  They felt they were a burden to friends and family because they always need help.  The trials of depending on people for help and then not having help causes...

Are you in a relationship that you feel is ending? Well, http://www.breakupsmadesimple.com/blog/2009/01/26/best-ways-to-break-up.html has articles that perhaps help you end it without hurting the other person too much.  The article "Best Ways to Break Up" gives some ways to ease that pain.  It suggests that you do a break up in a way that the other person doesn't lose self respect. ...

"Thoughts on Trans-racial Adoption" is a mother's view on what it's like to be a white parent with black children.  In the article she wonders if she and her husband have what it takes to raise these children.  She also describes the movie "Loosing Isiah" starring Halley Berrie.  In the movie Halley abandons her child who is eventually adopted by a white couple.  This couple be...

Idoscriptures.com is a brand new site, August 2009.  The article "Success Principles" is a about Jack Canfield's program by the same name.  The Success Principle program enables you to go from your current level to where you want to be.  You need to establish your goals and set your activities. You have to keep a journal.  you use your journal as your guide as you work through ...

Http://www.stayingloyal.com/2009/08/11/faithful-celebrities.html is all about loyalty.  Loyalty of athletes to their team, pets' loyalty, loyalty to your job, and others.  "Faithful Celebrities" is about celebrity couples that have stayed loyal to eachother, even through divorce.  Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick have been married since 1988.  Their relationship is built on mutual...

No matter what you do it's important to claim some time just for yourself.  You can be a single person living alone. You can be a busy stay at home mom that chases kids all day.  You can be a working mom that has to make time for family and a career.  You can be a highly paid executive who runs a multi-million dollar company. A crying baby, demanding boss, board of directors meeting...

"Celebrity Adoptions" is one of many articles on http://www.acomicallife.com/blog/2009/08/12/celebrity-adoptions.html. The articles vary from butter to baseball.  This particular article reviews celebrities who have adopted children.  Mia Farrow adopted ten children, several with special needs after she had four of her own with Andre Previn and Woody Allen.Angelina Jolie adopted a child ...

"What Makes a Good Mystery Novel" covers the high points of what makes this kind of story good and fun.  First, the author must get you hooked in the first chapter or you won't want to finish the book.  After that they weave in some suspense, doubt and deception.  They create characters you can relate to so you feel a familiarity with them.  There should be a bond created betwe...

Http://www.ministryforminorities.com/2009/05/30/transgendered-challenges.html is devoted to transgendered individuals and the problems they can face in a "normal" world.  The article"Transgendered Challenges" explains that most transgendered people were selected as male or female because of their bodies.  If they decide they were born in the wrong body it can bring on a multitude of prob...

People who have fibromyalgia will often times gain weight.  The trick is figuring out the cause of the weight gain and turning it around or preventing it.  Imbalances in hormones like insulin, serotonin, cortisol, thyroid, and the production ofgrowth hormones happen when a person has fibromyalgia.  These imbalances cause metabolism to slow down and then weight gain will follow. ...

When Happiness is Prevented explains that sadness is partially a physical and partially a mental response to events in our lives.  Some things happen that we can't control like a death of a loved one, death of a pet, or your best friend moving away can bring on sadness and can't be controlled.  Other things that bring on sadness and that we can control are letting down a friend, getting ...

I had my Ileostomy on June 18, 1981.  Today is June 3, 2009.  I wonder sometimes where the last 28 years have gone.  I know for a fact that I wouldn't be here today if I hadn't hadthis surgery. That couple of sentences might sound familiar to some because it began a seriesof articles I wrote in June, 2009.  If it doesn't sound familiar or you haven't read thosearticles, I invit...

"Silence and Solitude" is a well written article that explains how important it is to have some time alone with yourself in a quiet surrounding.  It quotes a sign found in a monastery, "Don't speak unless you can improve upon the silence."  Noise is all around us in the form of radios, TVs, and phones.  We all need to get away from it once in a while to grow mentally and spiritually...

Most of us have had the experience of having to break off a relationship.  There really isn't a good way to do it but some ways are better than others.  When you end a relationship do itin such a way that you maintain your self esteem and allow your partner to maintain theirs. Don't throw a lot of negatives at them.  This will only make them feel worse than they alreadydo.  Rem...

After writing 10 articles 5 - 6 days a week for over 4 months I'm out of ideas.  How do I getpast this block when I can't even think of a new topic to write on or add more information about topics I've already written about! I've found a few things that help.The first inkling I have that I'm reaching a block is that my mind is blank or has gone to mush.  Secondly, my fingers won't type w...

The site http://www.superiorplusandservices.com/using-a-wedding-planner.html has articles on weddings, birthday gifts, anniversary gifts, and special gifts for special people.  The article"Using a Wedding Planner" explains that because weddings are stressful to plan it could be a good idea to hire a wedding planner.  Wedding planners are organized and detailed.  Theyenjoy planning w...

Live to Work, or Work to Live is one of the informative articles on mortgages and finances that are found on http://www.aharriedlife.com/2009/07/28/live-to-work-or-work-to-live.html. It tells that you need to set down and chart your desires by taking time to assess your needs and desires.  Once that is done you can go to the next step.  Work is emphasized the THE essential factor in life...

Remodeling on a Budget is one of several articles dealing with remodeling on this site.  This particular article explains that you need to first decide what you need and then if there's money left over include some of the wants. How much the remodeling costs should depend on how long you intend to stay in the house.  If you are planning to stay for several years then spend more on the pr...

Two people don't agree 100% of the time.  When you know you're going to disagree with someone there are a few things to remember.  Remember you are disagreeing with someone you care about so stay calm and stay friendly and focused.  Use your intelligence not just emotion. If the disagreement is on a specific topic make sure you know what you're talking about.  Try to stay under...

Ah, the American dream.  Going from rags to riches seems to be one for many people.  Bill Gates is a college drop out who started out selling his software.  Oprah Winfrey lived in poverty in Mississippi until she moved to Wisconsin to be with her mother.  Any one in ourgreat country has the opportunity to become what or who they want.  The people that succeed are the ones ...

To achieve a positive increase in business you need to have a good plan.  This is something many business don't take into consideration.  The management team has to be focused on thesame goals because without teamwork chaos will follow.  Once that happens the business will soon fail.  Once the team is on the same page then a schedule must be made so goals are made in a timely f...

Transgendered individuals have numerous challenges before them.  They have legal hurdles like changing birth certificates, social security registration, passports, and drivers licenses.  They need a physicians statement stating that they have undergone a sex reassignment in order to do most of this.They need to consider health and life insurance, and every day things like public restroom...

We hear it all the time, "You need to relax more", or "You're so uptight you're not muchfun to be around".  Instead of resisting the ideal of slapping the person that becausethey are a handy target, try these quick relaxation methods instead.Instead of using an alarm clock that jolts you awake in the morning, switch to a clock radiothat will wake you up to your favorite radio station.  Y...

If you have not meditated before you will notice many rambling thoughts when you first start.This is normal and in time you will be able to sort them out and they will become clearer andyou will feel more at peace.  The first thing you need to be aware of when starting to meditate is your posture.  Be sureto sit upright with your head up.  Your mind and body are entwined and if you ...

This is a well thought out article about the reasons we should not have a national health care system.  It's true that many people already do have health insurance that they like and don't want to change.  Others are less fortunate and don't have enough or have noneat all.  It emphasizes that the government does not owe you.  When you start thinking like that you will lose your...

A happy, healthy marriage doesn't happen overnight.  It takes work 24 hours a day 365 days a year.  You might think you have married your soul mate but what happens after the honeymoon period is over.You suddenly realize that you have to pay bills, go to work, do housework and laundry, and perhaps do yard work and gardening.  All of these things take away from the attention you gave...

Are you overwhelmed with emails, text messages and everything that goes with keeping in touch in this technological age? If you do then unplug for a day.  Even if you don't, unplug for a day.  Try it first for half a day a month and if you don't go into withdrawal then go for an entire day a month or even a day a week.  I choose Sundays to unplug.  It's supposed tobe a day of r...

It is said that elephants never forget.  That might be true but that's not how it ended up being the Republican party's mascot.  In 1862 Thomas Nast created the elephant mascot while working for Harper's Weekly in New York.  He hated the Democrats because theyhad too much power so he gave them the donkey mascot.  He used the elephant for the Republicans because he thought it re...

"How to Make Money Buying Foreclosures" gives some tips on getting good buys on real estate. Using the foreclosure market can be a good way to do that.  When a homeowner is in default with the lender and there is now way they can make it up the bank might go for a short sale. A short sale means that the bank would be willing to take less than is owned on the property. A short sale avoids the ...

Many of us go out for a night of dancing because it's fun.  As well as being fun your nightout gave you some very good exercise.  It's a nice change from your daily walk or going tothe gym and seeing the same people all the time.  You can dance the night away in someone's arms or you can dance to your favorite tunes by yourself in the privacy of your home. Dancing has many benefits....

This article contains some reminders of what we need to do to maintain a balanced life. It reminds us that you need to take care of yourself as well as others.  You need toeat properly, keep your mind active, pray, and take care of your body.  You also needto have healthy relationships in your life to keep you connected and thriving.  It suggeststhat you write down your goals and th...

This is a nicely written article that covers ways you can lower your blood pressure without medication.  These ways include: changing your diet to include more fruits, vegetables, omega 3 fats and whole grains.  It also suggests that you pare down the use of salt, trans fats and refined sugars.  It states that by losing weight you will reduce the weight supported by your heart and m...

Well written and concise, this article tells a little about Sarah Palin, Governor of Alaska.  Her most recent accomplishment is getting a bill passed that will let parents get birth certificates for still born children. she has also recently appointed members to Alaska's Aviation Advisory Board, and Alaska Council of Emergency Medical Services. The article also goes into her term as Alaska's ...

This is a well written article on the division of ranks in the U.S. Army.  The ranks are as follows, Commissioned Officers, Warrant Officers, and Enlisted.  Mechanics, bomb loaders, cooks and drivers comprise the enlisted.  They use the chevron to distinguish them from other personnel.  The Officers are ranked separately from the enlisted.  The article explains how Warrant...

This article defines an interpersonal relationship as one that is connected with someone belonging to a group of friends, a club, or being with people you work with for many years. The interpersonal rejection comes when, for whatever reason, that relationship ends. The article goes on to explain how devastating this break can be for someone who has relied on that situation for support.  The e...

This is a newer site (May, 2009). It is well written and informative. The article "Misconceptions About Mental Health" targets what people often think if someone has a mental disease. It gives the percentage of people that are suffering from a mental ailment and what percentage of those are seriously disabled because of it. It explains that just because someone has a mental health issue does not m...

Have you ever been stumped over a birthday gift? This article will give you some nice ideasto get around that problem.  Shopping for that unusual gift shouldn't cause you stress.  With the specialty stores and online shopping available you can fine most anything.  The article suggests that instead of giving Grandma the same old thing you do every year youshould have a picture of you...

The article "Surviving on One Income" has some tips for people, especially working moms, on how they might be able to quit their job and work from home.  It suggests that a lot ofmoms would like to be able to work from home but in these tough economic times it's notalways possible to live on one income.  It has some links embedded that will lead you tosites for work at home possibilities...

The article "The Packers Without Farve" is a very nice article about Farve's leaving the Packers, the fans' disappointments and the input of Aaron Rodgers as lead quarterback.  The entire site "Packer Fan Network" is a new site (May, 2009) and is devoted to the Green Bay Packers.  There are articles on who has been traded or cut for the 2009 season.  The 2009 schedule is on the site...

"Best Ways to Break Up" covers the way you should handle breaking up with someone.  You need to be considerate and heart felt if it is a relationship that was important to you at onetime.  You need to do the break up face to face because the other person needs to see your face as much as you need to see theirs.  You should mention the fact that yourrelationship used to be important ...

The article" How to Make Life More Enjoyable" has some good, practical tips on how to make your life just that - more enjoyable.  It would be a good read for anyone looking forideas if they are stuck in a rut.This entire site is chock full of good articles on how to improve your life.  All of the ideas are common sense and easy for anyone to follow.  There are also many articles tha...

If you are an Oprah fan this is a good site to visit.  The article about Oprah's fans in Seattle, Washington tells how Oprah gained fans in December 2007 when Oprah's Big Give and Seattle's KOMO4 Problem Solvers went together and helped flood victims. Her show has two time slots in Seattle at 3 and 9 PM.  The two time slots allow more people to view her program.  As more people view...

This web site gives simple suggestions to upgrade and trouble shoot your computer.  The article on upgrading your computer describes a story that has happened to most all computer users.  You buy a new program or game and go home and use it.  It installs slowly but does install and it doesn't work like it did in the store. At this point you should upgrade the computer or perhaps rep...

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