Sir Tom Stoppard, the Early Plays - Travesties
Sir Tom Stoppard, the early plays.9. TravestiesSir Tom Stoppard's play Travesties (1974) might be seen as a return to the problems he dealt with right at the beginning of his career in A Separate Peace (1960) and Enter a Free Man (1963). In these plays the 'heroes' lived in a world of their own so separate from the real world that they were unable to function in society. In Travesties, with Dogg's Our Pet (1971) as a stepping stone, this simple opposition between the individual and the rest of the world is scrapped in favour of a philosophical standpoint which asserts that, to an extent, every individual lives in a world of his own.A 'real world', separate from our perception and interpretation of...
The History of the Yorkshire Terrier
Although the history of the Yorkshire Terrier is sketchy, there is a great deal known about the origins of this exceptional, vibrant breed. The Yorkshire Terrier, or Yorkie for short, finds it humble beginnings in Northern England, in the counties of Yorkshire, Manchester and Leeds, during the years prior to 1750.During this time, the onset of the Industrial Revolution gave rise to small communities located around coal mines, textile mills and factories. The people of these areas originally made their living from the land and experienced great upheaval during the time of the Industrial Revolution. Many had to learn new ways of life to continue to support their families. These persevering families...
My First Exposure to Russian Women
I first came across the whole idea of dating a Russian woman by accident. I got an email from out of the blue from ICQ, which asked if I wanted to post my picture and bio on their website. I was not dating anyone at the time and went ahead and sent the info to them on a lark.Within a short period of time, I received an email from a woman named Larisa, from Ukraine, who spoke pretty good English. We corresponded back and forth for a few months. She asked me to meet her in Austria. I agreed.I set up a ten-day trip for the two of us through Austria. At the end of a couple of days, it was obvious to me that we were not compatible. We still had eight more days of our trip together. I sucked it up, and in...
Bowhunting and Archery - The History of the Bow
THE bow was man's chief weapon down through the ages until the invention of firearms. With the bow, man hunted for food and protected himself from his enemies. The great military nations of the past gained their ascendency through the ability of their archers. Over eight hundred years ago the Mongol horde was turned back into Asia by the long bow.With the advent of firearms, the use of the bow in English warfare rapidly declined, although archery was enjoyed widely as a sport during the middle ages. The Scots today compete for a silver arrow dated 1603.Primitive peoples of all countries except Australia have the bow and it was used as a military and a hunting weapon. The American Indian used the bow...
The composition in folk embroidery.
Today we shall talk about the composition in embroidery. You will get to know about ornaments and its use to decorate household stuff in times of old. Ornamental patterns decorate many things. If a thing is beautiful, it is pleasant to use it. You have many confections at home: fine china, in-wrought drapery, embroidered cushions, ovenware… Try to decorate them yourself. In former times only a few could buy fine things. In the villages away from big cities people made and decorated the things they needed themselves - wooden spoons, plates, water scoops and other. Some of them survived to our times. Many of such things are elaborately made. Now they are kept in museums. We do not know the names...
Old Russian Symbolics on a White and Blue Porcelain
Russian porcelain is widely known and is often used as a traditional gift. The art of decorative painting on porcelain is handed down by craftsmen from generation to generation. Few of us, however, have asked ourselves what exactly is depicted on a Gzhel teapot or a Lomonosov porcelain cup. The blue color, glazed cobalt, has a long history.Majolica made in Gzhel, 60 kilometers from Moscow, has traditionally been decorated with glazed cobalt.Archeological excavations prove that the craft of pottery has existed in Gzhel since the beginning of the 14th century.It is possible White and Blue undergalzed cobalt painting tehnology appeared at Gzhel due to invasion of Mongols. Blue and White China was...
In the United States of America many people are totally excited about solar power especially considering the new technology advances due to presidential initiatives in alternative energies. The price of solar cells has come down drastically over the last decade by as much as 50 percent.In the last few years solar power has become 65 percent more efficient and that means the return on investment for installing solar cells makes more sense than ever before. But as we watch our technological exploits in the present period one has to wonder if the idea of getting your power from the sun is something new?Surely it is not, as all life on our little Planet is made possible in part because of the sun and...
The Howl Issue #3
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and looking forward to an even better Christmas. I personally am now getting into the Christmas spirit after spending all day Saturday and most of Sunday putting up the lights outside and helping decorate the tree. As this year comes to an end and we celebrate the holiday season, most of us have a lot to be thankful for. I know I count my blessings everyday and look for opportunities to reach out to others that may need help, support or encouragement. Have a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous New Year. Reach out to someone.If you missed Issues #1 & 2, e-mail: for copies of these issues.This month's issue contains:- The Housing Bubble --- Is It...
Google Earth to Piano - Find the Music
To unearth keyboard treasure and access musical potential, imagine a globe of the earth, or download the Googleearth program on your computer. Find the northern hemisphere, the southern hemisphere, and the equator. Now locate your city or town by typing your address in the find box and clicking on search. Watch as the view of the earth narrows as the locator flies across the globe to your home town, one location on the earth.Now visualize the grand staff of the piano. There is a top staff for the high notes, a bottom staff for the low notes, and in between the two staves is some white space where you will find a note with a short line through it - Middle C. This is the equator of Piano Land. Can...
Americans need to get used to the idea that, no matter what The United States Of America does, the rest of the world will never like us.Ours is a unique society. We are made up of people from almost every other nationality in the world. We were originaly formed by immigrants seeking religious and other freedoms. Our ethics and moral codes were formed mainly from Judeo-Christian ideals, ie: The Old And New Testaments, The Ten Commandments and the teachings of Jesus Christ. Our form of government is mainly secular but our way of living, our body of law and our way of thinking is, for the most part, Judeo-Christian.Ours is not an insular society. All Americans, with the possible exception of Native...
History Of Consumerism In The United States
In spite of being founded under precepts of simple life and frugality, like those held by the Pilgrims, consumerism in the United States has been a strong driving force since the times around its foundation. Regardless of the open criticism by some sectors of society along the years in different period of its history, consumerism has triumphed in the consumer society of the United States as can be seen on the high levels of consumption all along its history as a nation up to the present time. The term "consumerism" is commonly used for expressing different ideas. In this essay the term is used to "describe the effects of equating personal happiness with purchasing material possessions and...
Managing Type 2 Diabetes
In August it was announced that the obesity rate in Mississippi had reached greater than 30 percent of the population for the first time in history. Mississippi is not alone. According to a study by the Trust for America's Health which compiled statistics gathered between 2004 and 2006 from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, twenty-one other states had increases in the rates of adult obesity as well. The skyrocketing obesity rate is linked to the surge in diagnoses of type 2 diabetes among Americans. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or is unable to efficiently utilize its insulin which results in high blood glucose (sugar) levels. Over time, elevated levels of...
The Advantages Of Contact Lenses Over Glasses
Contact lenses are optical medical devices, just as spectacles are, and often provide cosmetic and optical advantages over them. The more than 35 million people in the United States who have opted for contact lenses over the use of glasses have done so because of their convenience, and cosmetic value. Many people initially feel discomfort when starting to use contact lenses, but the benefits of using them far outweigh these minor discomforts. The Short History Of Spectacles The invention of spectacles has greatly influenced progress in the arts and sciences, yet it is not very clear who invented this instrument. In 1270, Marco Polo saw elderly Chinese using this device, which they claim to have...
Introduction To Chinese Astrology: A Brief Presentation Of The First Six Chinese Horoscope Signs
Here is a brief presentation of the first six of the twelve Chinese Horoscope signs, their nature, characteristics and attributes. I will present them as ordered by the supreme Chinese gods that created Chinese Astrology and the Chinese calendar system. The first six Chinese horoscope animal signs are: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake. Here we go. Rat (Yang-male nature) The Rat is the very first animal of the Chinese Horoscope Cycle. A Rat is good at leading and conquering. Many famous emperors of Chinese history where Rats. Being able to charm others, Rat people are generally charismatic and full of passion. What makes them unique is their practical and dominant mind which gives them the...
What Happened To Our Democracy?
Dwight Eisenhower warned against the United States becoming predominately dependent onmilitary power as a means for its security. The biggest change in American democratichistory came about as a result of World War II and the introduction of the nuclear bomb. From the mid 40's to the early 50's twodifferent directions became available for ourgovernment to choose from. One direction was for our government toembrace the principles of the newly formed United Nations, which was originally handedall the tools necessary to civilize thisworld through a system of International Lawand Order based on the establishment of an International Bill of Human Rights. After the devastation of World War II theworld...
New And Used Motor Home RV Values - Blue Book And Nada
Unlike the guides for automobiles which are based on analyses of actual car prices, the Blue Book and NADA guides are based primarily on a percentage of the manufacturer's suggested retail price (M.S.R.P.). These guides may be nowhere near the actual current resale value. The guides include many options in the M.S.R.P. so it is hard to know which, if any, options you should include. This makes it easy for options to be charged twice. A better way to find the resale value of RV's is to look at other mobile homes of the same class, make and model. Check for similar amenities and base your price on that. If you are looking to buy a used RV, these comparisons can help you determine if the price quoted...
High Fiber Foods To Cleanse The Colon
Have you been feeling irritable, tired or overweight lately? Have you felt like you are not as healthy as before? Has your feeling of well being deteriorated with age? If yes, your problem could be toxins, which can be eliminated by a colon cleansing diet. "Death begins in the colon", say digestive experts. 57 leading physicians met and discussed this issue before the Royal Society of Medicine of Great Britain. They concluded that toxic colon, technically known as alimentary toxemia is linked to almost every chronic disease known to man. There are more than 35 bacterial poisons that can get absorbed through our intestines causing toxic colon. It is unlikely that you would connect your heart trouble...
What Happened To Our Democracy?
Dwight Eisenhower warned against the United States becoming predominatelydependent on military power as a means for its security. The biggestchange in American democratic history came about as a result of World War II and the introduction of the nuclear bomb. From the mid 40's to the early 50's two different directions became available for our government to choosefrom. One direction was for our government to embrace the principles of the newlyformed United Nations, which was originally handed all the tools necessaryto civilize this world through a system of International Law and Orderbased on the establishment of an International Bill of Human Rights. After the devastation of World War II the world...
The History Of Legendary Honda ATVs
Honda ATVs are one of the first all-terrain vehicles that have ever been released for production. In 1967, Osamu Takeuchi led a group of Honda engineers to create what would become a sought after recreational and sports vehicle, namely the all terrain vehicle. Their efforts produced the US90 ATV. Initially, the engineers considered various configurations, from two wheels, to four wheels, and even six wheels with a variety of other components. After many design hours, the engineers settled on a vehicle with three wheels because it provided them with a configuration that was best suited for the vehicle as they saw it. The very first Honda ATV was the US90. With a seven horsepower engine, a four-speed...
History Of The Tour De France
The first Tour de France was in 1903. The race originated because of a feud between 2 French newspapers - Le Velo and L'Auto-velo. A trademark hearing, that Le Velowon, over the names of the papers started the row. The editor of the losing paper, which was forced to change its anme to L'Auto decided a race would create publicity and stop the paper from losing readership. George Lefevre suggested a race over 6 days covering roads and mountains. The Tour de France was born on 19 January 1903 when 'The Greatest Cycling Trial in the Entire World' was announced in L'Auto - stretching over a month participants would cycle from Paris to Lyon to Marseilles to Toulouse to Bordeaux to Nantes and back to Paris...
Romantic Honeymoon Vacations
A honeymoon is an important event in a married couple's life and should take precedence in planning and budgeting. When the couple has spent weeks or months planning the wedding they can become overstressed and overtired. Taking the time for a romantic honeymoon vacation will allow the newlyweds to relax, enjoy each other and start the married life in a stress free environment. With this in mind, the couple should start early in the wedding planning to look for romantic honeymoon vacation ideas. In years past many people recognized a trip to Niagara Falls as being the ultimate in a romantic honeymoon vacation. Although this is an old idea it is still a nice idea. In fact, some people still recognize...
More Than Monuments - Places To See In Richmond
Richmond, Virginia is a city surrounded by history working hard to achieve a good future. Not far from Richmond on the James River is Jamestown, the first settlement in the United States by the British and 30 miles north of Richmond is Williamsburg, start of the Virginia colony. The American Civil War raged through the heart of Richmond which was the capital of the old South and battlefields, houses, and memories from that time exist around the city still. Richmond has become famous for Monument Avenue, a long stretch of highway downtown which features huge stone statues of civil war heroes. Monument Avenue was also a bronze statue of tennis great Arthur Ashe who defeated racial segregation to...
Treaty Of Versailles
The peace treaty envisioned would not be like those of the past, in which small patches of real estate were traded back and forth. The survivors of the most terrible war yet seen in human history wanted to ensure that such a war could never occur again. Although world leaders had some desire to make such a long-lasting peace, their energy and passionate idealism did not match that of the American president Woodrow Wilson. While European statesmen fell back into the intrigues of Old World politics, arguing over territories and debt repayment, Wilson desired to revolutionize politics and statesmanship forever. He embarked on a ship in 1919 to Versailles, with plans of creating an international...
Interesting Facts/ Notes About Christmas
It is an accepted fact that the Christmas tree tradition is one that was brought to the shores of America by German immigrants who continued a practice that was popular in their former homeland. Today, a Christmas tree, even a miniature one, is present in just about every home at Christmas. It is therefore interesting to note some little-know facts about the Christmas Tree and other traditions related to Christmas. The first interesting fact is the source of real Christmas Trees for some Americans. These can be bought at a Christmas Tree Farm or at many local stores and other places of business in just about every town and city across the country around Christmas time. But according to the National...
Schools of Massage Therapy - Popular Programs of Study
"With growing career opportunities in the field of massage, graduates from schools of massage therapy can enjoy promising occupational prospects. A matter of fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the field of massage therapy is expected to grow much faster than other fields in the coming years." Find Schools of Massage Therapy in the United States and Canada. Because there are well over 50 techniques used in bodywork, the training possibilities offered through schools of massage therapy often exceeds student expectations. When you enroll in schools of massage therapy, you discover the vast history surrounding this ancient yet effective healing art. In addition to the philosophies...
McChurch - Funding of Blackwater
Is Blackwater a Black Hole? September 24, 2007 As private security force, Blackwater, breaks into the news with the recent killing of 11 Iraqi civilians and accusations of illegal arms smuggling, a little-anticipated feature of the War on Terror surfaces. Refer to this feature as "collateral damage" if you will, but the bottom line is that engagement in war produces effects that ripple down through the innocents for generations. I believe that we will be tasting the stagnation of Blackwater long after our troops return from Iraq and Afghanistan. We are creating a revolutionary force in America, founded on the principles of patriotism but answering to no other authority than the Almighty Buck...
Anarchy: Law, Order, and Authority
The Beginning If a group of people were to live on an island, who would govern who, how, and why? If person A suspected person B of possessing a deadly weapon (if this were a crime), then how could we justify person A searching person B? Whatever reason offered for justification of search and seizure, it also justifies person B searching person A. On this island, who would be the government? Who would rule? Whatever can justify the rule of person A can also justify the rule of person B. If one person is elected on the island, through some sort of Republic process, how is he justified in passing and enforcing laws? If an elected ruler passes a law that anyone to wear a hat is killed, would it...
Some Whiskey History
Over the years, wine consumption has become more and more popular. With more and more money going into wine both as an investment and for later consumption, the history of the wine will always be in question. There are many questions regarding the origins of Whiskey. Historically, the opinions are drastically different according to the native country of the person you ask. More so, it appears that more spectators tend to agree on the hypothesis of an Irish origin. Although, there is no actual date as to when whiskey was first produced, eventually the origin of whiskey migrated from Ireland to Scotland where the first definite record of whiskey making as a transaction in the Royal Courts. In 1757...
Things To Think About Before Booking Your New York Hotel
New York is perhaps the most famous city in the whole world. Even though the history of the United States has being a relatively short one, the history of the city still tells an absolutely fascinating tale, which is why so many people visit, and so many other people want to visit. There are so many landmarks in NY making it the most popular tourist destination within the United States for US citizens and non-US citizens alike. NY is also famous for it's world class hotels such as the Ritz-Carlton, The Plaza, Mandarin Oriental, New York Palace Hotel and the Hilton Hotel to name but a few. Of course, all of the above are the creme de la creme of hotels in the world, and whilst may provide sumptuous...
Which Hand Gun Is Better For A Women?
Following is an interview with a specialist about handguns: "Ruger Standard .22 auto. Easy to learn on, next to no recoil, great accuracy, used from plinking to small game hunting, can be used in a pinch for defense...which beats a phone call not made to 911. If she is gun savvy at all, then a 1911A1. Recoil is not excessive (my daughter regularly shoots mine, as do the many thousands of female IPSC competitors). Obviously, quite good for defense targets, small game hunting, plinking, and competition." "Be aware that some of the wannabe swat-types and other video game playing types will tell you to buy some artillery piece. Disregard them and do a little homework. I've said it before and I stand by...
The Basics of Coin Collecting
Coin collecting is said to be the "Hobby of the Kings." Coin collecting is different from money hoarding. Collecting coins as an art form can be traced back to the 14th century. Today, people all over the world are collecting coins. Some collect it for their value, some just like the sheer fun that they get from getting their hands on different coins. If one is interested in making coin collecting a hobby, he can very well do so. It is a hobby which does not require a certain skill and it can be done by almost everyone. There are many different kinds of coin collectors. There are those who do it for fun, and others do in a more serious manner. Informal coin collecting Most coin collectors...
The Main Reasons For The Demand Of Fake Goods
As long as there has been a market for consumer goods, there has also been a section that has demanded counterfeit goods. You can go back as far as the 18th Century when there was a great demand for the precious materials such as gold, silver and copper. People would pass off inferior metal as the precious materials in an attempt to profit from the fake metals. This document will examine the impact fake products have on the consumer market. Cost, Quality and the keeping up the joneses all contribute to the proliferation of fake goods. The main reason that there is such a demand for counterfeit goods is the cost. Often times fake products are sold for a fraction of their true value. This is extremely...
5 Things To Look For When Selecting A Home Based Business
Many people looking for a home based business have know ideal what to look for when selecting a company to work with, and some of them end up selecting companies that they later find out are a host or spam. There are a lot of good companies to choose from, and unfortunately there are a lot of bad companies out there as well. To help make your search for a legitimate home based business easier and with fewer worries about be taken for your hard earned dollars, here is a list of 5 things to look for when selecting a company to work with for your home business. 1. The Company Look at the company track record. Find out how long the company has been in business and their most current revenues. You do...
Heading to the African continent is easy these days; you simply need to jump on the web and visit a news portal that directly involves you with the news and happenings in Africa. Having developed a strong relationship with Web 2.0, the African continent is connected with the international community and allows worldwide visitors to utilize key buzzwords to travel intimately into the news of the continent. Domestically, with Web 2.0, the African continent is connected through social bookmarking networks, such as AfricaNe.ws, which develop and strengthen the relationships between all of the countries and people in the continent. By encouraging individuals to choose the most relevant and important...
Learning the Ropes of Numismatics
Numismatics is the study of money, medallions, banknotes, token coins, and stock certificates. It is believed to have been established in the time of Julius Caesar who wrote the first book on the subject. It is a very interesting topic because every medal or coin signifies a different era, culture, economy and/or politics. Numismatists or the people who study the history and over all appearance of the above mentioned forms of currency are different from coin collectors. Unlike numismatists, coin collectors are only interested in collecting coins and the prestige that goes along with it; a numismatist may also be a coin collector and vise versa. Over the years, coin collection has been very popular...
Alcohol Consumption - Effects and Social Acceptance
Rumors and old wives' tales such as stress makes women heavier drinkers, divorce prompts heavy alcohol use, people drive better when they are drinking, and teenagers are the main group of drunk drivers, are being thrown at today's society left and right in an effort to blame the other guy. With all the talk about alcohol use and abuse these days, people are lost between fact and fiction. All of this tossed in with the truth leads to confusion where most of society is torn between tradition and personal beliefs. Alcohol is a destructive drug that can lead to addiction, arrest, illness, and even death; all of these consequences, however, have not caused much of a dramatic change in alcohol's social...
Women From the Ussr
Everything was so good during the Soviet times! Sure, human rights were suppressed, there was no such thing as the freedom of speech, and people had to stand in long lines in order to buy some essential goods; but it was so easy to say, 'I've just got acquainted with a girl from the USSR' (frankly speaking, it was much easier to say it than to actually do it). And now, the huge country is split into 15 different states: Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, Luthuania, Estonia, Tatarstan, Uzbekistan, and others. Today, when people hear someone talking about 'a girl from Uzbekistan' all they do is try to remember where the country is located and how it's different from all the other Post-Soviet states. Most would...
Kid Friendly Vacations In Washington Dc
There are kid friendly vacations locations throughout the United States and beyond. One of our family's favorite family vacation spots is Washington DC. Our family of six has traveled to Washington DC many times .... This article lists our favorite kid friendly Washington DC family vacation attractions... Over time, and after many family vacations to Washington DC, we have found that the best amount of time spent in Washington DC with children is three days. There is just so much to see and do there, you will absolutely wear yourself out if you try to so it all at once. The Smithsonian Museums You and your family can literally spend days in each of the Smithsonian Museums without seeing all that...
Opec Warns Against Reducing Demand for Oil
Countries across the world rely heavily on oil and its byproducts to create much of the energy that their citizens consume. The availability of gasoline to power vehicles, boats and aircraft in the United States of America is dependent largely upon oil that is imported from other nations, and particularly from members of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). OPEC, founded in 1960, is a conglomerate of major oil producing and exporting nations that are estimated to produce 40 percent of the world's oil and to possess about two thirds of the world's known oil reserves. OPEC monitors the worldwide oil market and establishes pricing for oil which affects people throughout the world...
Water- What Are We Really Drinking?
We all need water to survive. No way of trying to get around it, it is a fundamental part of just LIVING. Without water we would die. As I'm sure most people are aware, more than half our body weight is just water. Water is the main ingredient in our blood and is what makes our internal systems work. Be it the digestive system, lymphatic system or circulatory system they all need water for optimal function. Water is what flushes out the toxins and carries the nutrients to your cells. The body cannot store water and so since we loose water all the time, through urine, bowel movements and perspiration it is imperative that it gets replaced. Dehydration is never a good thing. You feel weak, drained...
Advantages of Online School
A child lives inside all of us, isn't it? We often secretly wish to go back to those fun filled childhood days. And as you think of childhood, the first thing that crosses your mind is those colorful school days! Can you remember the thrill of going to school on the first day of a new academic year and the excitement over the worldly possessions like new books, new shoes, new lunch boxes, pencil case and so on! And above all the curiosity about the new things that are going to unfold before us in the new class! Most of us secretly wish to regain the excitement of joining a school and learning new things, isn't it? Well, there is no need to think that you can no longer join a school and add a new...
History Of Canon Copier
Having 67th ranking on Fortune 500, Canon copier is world's premier digital imaging company with a record of excellence in the advancement and fabrication of unique technologies. The company has been constantly holding the strong position within the top three companies of the US Patent Registration chart. Canon has been ruling the office automation industry worldwide with a variegated line of products including canon copiers, canon color copiers, fax machines, laser printers, computers and scanners. The foundation seeds of Canon Inc were sowed by Goro Yoshida and his brother-in-law Saburo Uchida in 1933. The head quarters of the firm are located in Tokyo, Japan. The company had made its worldwide...
Monaco Gets Active And Opens New US Embassy
With a population of under 40,000 Monaco could be forgiven for believing that overseas embassies were an unnecessary expense. Until now the world's second smallest country has been content to co-operate with French embassies around the world for any necessary representation. But Monaco has just opened her first independent embassy outside of Europe - in Washington D.C. Commenting on the new embassy, local Monaco travel guide say that despite the population equivalent of a small US town, other reasons could be behind the move. 'Forget about this being primarily for Monegasques running into trouble in the US and needing assistance. We think this is more to do with Prince Albert wanting to influence...
The Great History Of Roses
It was roses, roses all the way. - Robert Browning What's in a name? That which we call a rose; By any other name would smell as sweet. - William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet, Act 2 scene 2 Roses have a long and colorful history. According to fossil evidence, the rose is 35 million years old. Today, there are over 30,000 varieties of roses and it has the most complicated family tree of any known flower species. The cultivation of roses most likely began in Asia around 5000 years ago. They have been part of the human experience ever since and mentions of the flower are woven into a great many tales from the ancient world. And there are so many beautiful stories that include roses through out the...
The Danger of Tongue Piercing
Piercing is one of the most prevalent form of body art and self-expression. But body piercing should not be a frivolous, spur-of-the-moment act. Why? It's a surgical procedure that is frequently carried out in beauty salons or tattoo/piercing parlors that are completely unregulated. Worse yet, body parts are also pierced at concerts and in people's garages, basements and bathrooms. Currently, there are no certification or training standards for body piercers. Anyone can grab a needle (which may be contaminated with AIDS or Hepatitis B, C, D or G) and puncture someone else's body. Oral piercing, in particular, poses some serious risks because of the high number of bacteria normally found in the mouth...
Baby Boomers, The Generation That Made America
America is a proud country and Americans are proud people. The United States of America is a country that is made up of different cultures and different races. It is where people go to seek the American dream. In fact, more and more people from different countries think that the United States of America is the country of choice to seek a better life for them and for their children. This country experienced many wars and survived. It is also a country that has one of the best economies in the world and is also considered to be the country to embrace freedom and democracy. It is a country that is considered to be one of the most powerful countries today. However, behind it all, the American people are...
INFLATION PROOF SAVINGS - PART II
More Hidden Financial Secrets of the Elite Wealthy, Rich and Famous - Part II. History delivers the true facts. Inflation rises faster than wage increases and it cost more to live each and every year. As mentioned in Part I, in 1964 the United States went off of the Gold and Silver Standard when the US Dollar was backed by these tangible assets (gold and silver) and when the dollar was worth 100 pennies in purchasing power. Now it is not backed by any tangibles like gold or silver! Today that same US Dollar is only worth only about17 cents in true purchasing power. So if you were around in 1964 and you were earning $17,000 a year you would need to earn $100,000 a year today to live the same kind...
After yesterday's exciting outing to Graz we were planning an even bigger outing today: an excursion to the so-called "Drei-Länderecke", an area where Austria, Italy and Slovenia come together. So we left early in the morning to drive from my home province of Styria along the A2 Highway to the Austrian province of Carinthia. The drive across the mountains of Western Styria is extremely scenic and the pleasant panoramas continued into the picturesque province of Carinthia ("Kärnten" in German). The province of Carinthia is the southernmost Austrian province; it is close to 280 km long, but in some areas only 45 to 50 km wide. The western part of the province is characterized by the Austrian...
It's Hard To Say Goodbye: Quitting Smoking
Smoking, as the ads say, is dangerous to one's health. And it is. Continued smoking may cause health complications left and right, not only to yourself, but also to the people around you. According to statistics, smoking is responsible for approximately one in five deaths in the United States. This vice kills approximately 259,494 men and 178,404 women yearly. Smoking long-term may cause lung cancer, emphysema, cardiovascular diseases, pregnancy abnormalities, childhood asthma, and sudden infant death syndrome. Isn't it high time people thought of quitting? History of smoking The earliest recorded history of smoking dates back to 5000BC from the Peruvian and Ecuadorian Andes. Smoking has also been...
Is It Possible To Win The War In Iraq?
Many people are confused as to why the war in Iraq never comes to an end. They want the war on terror to be fought, but they don't like to sacrifice American soldiers' lives. It is time to look at this war in a Biblical sense. Separate from the modern day prophets who say this war fulfills the end of times. I would like to look at Iraq and the Arab people in a different spiritual light. Where did they come from and why are they such a threat to the democratic way of life. The Bible states that Abraham had two sons. Ishmael was the son born through Sarah's Egyptian maid servant. Ishmael became the father of the Arabs and the forefather of the Islam religion. While Isaac was a result of a...
Is Bush On The Right Path As A Leader Of A Superpowr?
No matter how paradoxical it is, the people of the countries of the Eastern bloc, including the Soviet Union (with some exceptions) gained more from the collapse of the Union of the Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) than the people of the countries of the Western bloc. We want to emphasize this, as it is considered that the collapse of the USSR was the result of a durable and uncompromising conflict between the East and the West, between the communist and the capitalist blocs. We would like to especially dwell upon what the USA and its citizens gained or lost as a result of this collapse. We ask the question, why then should be concentrate on USA specifically? The reason is that the conflict between...