Buying a house that has already been lived in can be a real gamble. The upfront price is usually the only one that a first time homeowner considers. It takes the experience of having lived in a house for which you are responsible to fully comprehend all the costs involved after the purchase has been […]

In a place where so many societal norms are suspended it can be hard to know what the etiquette and rules are, to know where to go, what to do, and how to behave in a strip club or bikini bar. Being a stripper myself, I still remember that visiting a strip club for the […]

If there is any musical artist that seems more perfectly suited to have their songs used in film than New Order, I’d like to know. Here is a band that has already put out music that sounds like the best James Bond theme song never written. The breadth of New Order’s sound is pitch perfect […]

David Petraeus had everything going for him. He was a brilliant West Point graduate, earned his master’s and doctorate from Princeton and served a distinguished Army career, retiring as a four-star general. Until he suddenly resigned, he had one of the nation’s key responsibilities as director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Possibly most tragic of […]

Your home is important to you and how you remodel it can affect you in more ways than one. For example, it can instantly increase the value of your home, help you enjoy it more, be a sanctuary from life, and so much more. However, there are a few tips you should know before you […]

When you’re heading to a coastal destination for your spring or summer getaway, indulge in some fresh seafood and local fare at one of the floating restaurants in the region. Besides restaurants in cruise ships, you’ll find a few locales that are only accessible by boat. These floating restaurants offer breathtaking views of the water […]

Imitation being the sincerest form of “strategy,” Paradox Interactive released Warlock: Master of the Arcane this week and we just happened to get our hands on a copy to bring you the skinny on this turn based game. Warlock takes us to the dangerous lands of Ardania, where wandering monsters, crafty magicians and the vile […]

Circulation and skin tone are closely related, and with a few quick fixes, you too could be on your way to better health that comes with a beautiful glow. Improving your circulation will also reduce the need for moisturizer in the dry months. Don’t forget the water I am sure you have heard to drink […]

When the goals of two large organizations can be beneficial to each other, it gives them the opportunity to create an advertising campaign of epic proportions. Gillette and the NFL have attempt to do just that with their new “No Debate” advertising campaign and contest. The slogan of the campaign is: “The best will always […]

Each year, comedian Doug Benson records a show on April 20th, the day that is celebrated by marijuana smokers. This time around, Benson experiments with his yearly recorded show by recording his performance twice, once where he is not stoned and the other where he is. He does this to show fans what each performance […]

There are so many products out there for babies that first-time parents can easily get overwhelmed. It’s hard to know what is necessary and what isn’t. And people tend to provide their input on what you “need” from, seemingly, the minute you announce that you’re expecting. As a new mom, I’ve made of list of […]

Three simple steps that will improve the quality of your holiday movies. There are several good tutorials available, this is simply a reminder of the basics. First, plan before you take the pictures. A little pre-planning will pay huge dividends in the results. Second, take care when shooting footage, this makes a difference in the […]

Many of us try to stick to a budget during the holidays but end up going a bit overboard anyway. Credit card bills and a low bank account are just reminders of the overspending we did. It’s tempting to procrastinate and put off dealing with the after effects, but right after the holidays is the […]

Getting rid of everyday things that annoy us around the house need not be expensive nor time consuming. Some of the simplest and cheapest solutions are often the best, like these home remedy solutions for getting rid of ants, birds, sand and odors. Repel Ants with this Spice If ants start invading your home, you […]

Do you plan on playing college baseball? Do you think you have everything figured out? There’s no doubt in your mind that you’ll go D1, right? Well, it’s not as easy as you think. In this article, I will explain to you what schools look for and their expectations for you as a high school […]

God my creator, You knit me in my mother’s womb You knew me when I was in my mother’s womb You had plans for my life I was very happy nestled in my mother’s womb I was safe in mother’s womb which was my little room My mother was with me even before I was […]

Social networks seem to be filled with image quotes lately. Why so popular suddenly? The answer is simple – Pinterest. Unlike other social sites, Pinterest is all about images. So if you have something to say, you need an image to do it. While you could share the same quote images all your friends are […]

It had been some time since Margot last saw the planet she despised. She is now tanned, beautiful, long-legged, and still has those memorizing blue eyes. This description does not do her justice. Her beauty was the ticket out. She had modeled in Paris, Madrid, and London, but in many ways she was still the […]

COMMENTARY | Immigration will be a topic of discussion in the presidential general election. Last week, President Obama rolled out a new immigration plan that would allow children under the age of 30 who came to the United States illegally to get work permits. The idea is one that many Hispanic Americans would probably look […]

As we approach week 8 of the NFL season, it is time for all of us Fantasy Football GM’s to start evaluating our roster. Did we fail to buy into the RGIII hype? Is that box full of year old Apple fig newton’s looking more appealing to us then Cam? Or have we simply had […]

By Rosalinda Flores and Ben Crisp The coffee was still too hot, so I cradled the foam cup between my knees and lit my last cigarette. My last ever, I promised myself, as I had done the day before. The park was mostly empty. The sun had not yet crept above the horizon, to burn […]

COMMENTARY | The American Council on Education is recommending that five massive open online courses (MOOCs) be accredited for college study, reports the Associated Press . For between $100 and $190 a student can take the course, having their identity verified and monitored via webcam, and ultimately receiving a transcript with the council’s credit recommendation. […]

Every year US News and World Report ranks the top business schools in the country. The top three slots in 2012 went to perennial powerhouses Harvard, Stanford and the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. None of the top three offer online options for their MBA programs, but there are several other highly-ranked business schools that […]

Increasingly, Washington, DC is becoming well known for its cuisine as well as its politics and culture. That’s right, food has put the District of Columbia on the map, alongside its historical landmarks and vibrant arts and cultural scene. According to the DC Board of Tourism, more than 100 restaurants are located in downtown Washington, […]

It is impossible not to shop. We all have to purchase food, clothing, and shelter, after all. But there is “good” shopping and “bad” shopping and a shopaholic like me has great difficulty telling which is which. Shopping for cat food so my much-loved pets won’t starve is definitely good shopping (as long as it […]

Chapter 1 Garvey sat silently at the table and fumbled through the soup in front of him. The table was silent; a dull, lifeless shell of the holidays spent here years before. “Family” no longer held the meaning it once did. He hadn’t wanted to come. He had never enjoyed his mother-in-law’s company. And he […]

With 90 guns for every 100 Americans, the United States has the distinction of having more civilian owned guns than anywhere on earth. Our guns have killed 119,079 children and teens from 1979 to 2010; more than Americans killed in action in all wars since World War II. And, ominously, gun related deaths will likely […]

I have been gaming at Neopets for over eight years; in that time I have fallen for some great scams and wasted a lot of NP on overpriced items. While I have made some great friends and had a lot of fun, I have invested a lot of time in to my account and gallery. […]

When someone dies Testate, it simply means that he or she has a Will, or a Testamentary Instrument. If you die without a Will, then you die Intestate and your property must go to Probate. A Will is not a Trust and a Trust is not a Will, although both a Will and a Trust […]

Christmastime at the movies made for some incredible memories in the 1980s. Although there were plenty of cheesy films that attempted to rehash tired Christmas traditions, there were also movies that became instant holiday staples. These are action films with Christmas themes, comedies, and even horror films taking advantage of the season. Despite the hundreds […]

My parents stayed together through thick and thin. I grew up in the 1950’s when divorcing was unthinkable, tattoos were exotic, and pregnancy out of wedlock was a hushed family secret. These days divorce is commonplace and so I should have seen mine coming. I did not. In fact, I was very surprised to learn […]

Have you ever seen someone walk into a social event and simply take a room by storm with their presence alone? When they walk into the room, the mood of the entire event simply changes into paradise. They can brighten up a room. Ever wondered how you could do that? Here are some simple tips […]

When it comes to sugar, there are basically two types — those that occur naturally in food, as in fruits and vegetables, and those that are added to food either as it is processed or after it is on your table. For the most part, people tend to look for alternatives to the latter category […]

When you are in the United States on a non-immigrant visa, you may be subject to U.S. federal income tax if you have any taxable income in the U.S. The rules for non-residents of the U.S. are different from the rules for U.S. citizens and residents, who are generally subject to U.S. income tax on […]

Love is a fluffy pillow. They’re soft. They’re cozy. And no one can resist touching them. That’s why I’m always on the look out for a place to put one in my home. Here’s what you can do with a fluffy pillow. • Bed and Sofa Accent Pillows You only need one fluffy pillow to […]

At Apple’s recent event where the company introduced its new iPad Mini tablet, the updates to its desktop Mac lineup — including the Mac Mini — went largely unnoticed. Not because they aren’t noteworthy, but because they were simply drowned out. The Mac Mini is Apple’s entry-level Mac, a few steps below its more powerful […]

Having been a Phillies fan for 35 years, I have seen my share of good and many more bad times, yet never wavered in my loyalty. Even after players leave the organization, those favorites remain favorites when coming back to Philadelphia. I’d like to review my 35 years of memories of this team. At the […]

First of all, congratulations. It’s perfectly alright to treat yourself to dinner, a few drinks, or buy yourself a cake. If I had a dollar for every time someone came up to me and said that they wanted to write a book but never did, I’d be deciding on the interior colors for my new […]

Not one, but two of my three sons have autism. Finding out my boys have autism was not a sudden “aha” moment. Rather, it was like traveling on a foggy road. As the fog slowly lifts, you can see more clearly where you are going. The road to being a double autism family began when […]

Having the opportunity to operate your own small business can be rewarding. Starting up a small business is not simple because it takes a lot of hard work. If you have ever been passionate about a hobby or specific service, there is an chance that you can make it your own small business-you just need […]

Going by the winners of the New York Film Critics Circle Awards on December 3, it looks about as political as an Oscar telecast. All you need to see is the list of actors for “Lincoln” winning it all but losing Best Picture to see how complicated things get when an academy can’t get behind […]

The Reds’ search for a leadoff hitter could end just 300 miles north on Interstate 71. He currently wears an Indians uniform, but that could very well change before Opening Day in 2013. “There have been rumors related to Asdrubal Cabrera or Shin-Soo Choo being traded,” bleacherreport.com reported. The Reds have no interest in Cabrera, […]

Easter Sunday means getting dressed up and going to church for many people. For other people it means a huge Easter egg hunt, family, and dinners. Each member of the family dresses in their best clothes, and the women have the opportunity to wear make-up in fresh pastel colors. There are different ways you can […]

I’ve been an attorney for 37 years. I’ve seen court caseloads burgeon and ambulance chasing legalized. Going to court is frustrating, expensive and time-consuming. Here are some tips on whether or not to settle your case out of court. Use your common sense. You don’t need to be an expert to understand that a bird […]

After booking my first acting job, I was filled with a myriad of emotions. Of course, I was beyond excited; however, this excitement was bordered by anxiety, fear and insecurities. While sitting with my script in hand, my mind wandered back to my early days of film acting lessons with an amazing acting coach. He […]

COMMENTARY | WESH TV reports that on April 24, Mark O’Mara, the defense attorney for George Zimmerman, went on television to talk about the security risks facing his client while he is out on bail. During the interview, O’Mara hinted at the fact that Zimmerman’s life is at risk, and he is contemplating asking for […]

One of the oldest American towns, Hartford, Connecticut, is known for its historic attractions, beautiful architecture, scenic parks and lively arts scene. If you plan to visit Hartford in the near future, check out the town’s top attractions. 1. Mark Twain House If you enjoy American literature and antiques, the Mark Twain House is a […]

There are (broadly) three types of writers that I have come across in my far-reaching quest for the secret sauce of Indie publishing. First, there’s the writer who can craft an elegant and beautiful piece of work but hasn’t a clue about where to start promoting, selling and marketing. Second, there’s the opposite problem: The […]

The recent passing too soon of Donna Summer, Whitney Houston, and Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, along with the passing of Dick Clark and Levon Helm in 2012, created flashbacks in my mind spanning six decades of the greatest chick songs ever written. I was born in 1956, and am a product of the […]

If you are a blogger and don’t seem to be making any progress, take a look at this article. These days, it takes a little more than throwing up a blog post to be successful in the blogging world. Take it from someone who knows. Not only do I write, maintain and design websites, but […]

I have to tell you, I was stunned at just how much I enjoyed “The Grey.” Not that I expected it to be bad or anything, but I wasn’t prepared for it to cut so deep emotionally. On the surface it looks like your average action adventure movie with a man versus animal theme and […]

Cats are curious creatures by nature and will stick their noses into just about anything they can, given half a chance! Leave a box wide open and the next thing you know, Fluffy will be jumping in to investigate further. However, when you are in the middle of unpacking after moving into a new home, […]

Located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Brent Frazier’s Big Event Music, Ronnie Neighbors’ Ronnie’s Steel Guitar Shop, and Anthony Ciardetti’s Guido’s Hot Springs Music continue to excel in selling unique musical instruments, while offering exceptional service and knowledgeable staff. While each guitar shop offers their own unique benefits, the three businesses continue to thrive by providing […]

Little girls love dressing up as dancers and princesses, and a tutu is an important part of their wardrobe. However, not everyone knows how to sew. Some know how to sew, but they do not want to, or they simply do not have the supplies. Stitching is not required. It is easy to make a […]

You and I have at least one thing in common: We can name exactly zero of Justin Bieber’s hits. And yet, practically everyone on the planet, from nine to ninety, knows at least one Beatles song, even though the group disbanded more than four decades ago. The reasons for this phenomenon have as much to […]

Recently, I met a woman who was looking for her first job in the film business. Like any seasoned entertainment professional, I started analyzing her: she was smart, funny, yet, shy. When I asked about the progress of her networking, she responded, “I’m not good at networking, how do I do it?” For over 15 […]

(continued from “Food Revolution Day: A Day to Consider the Culinary Contribution of Native Americans (Part I).” Corn, the most well known of New World foods, has been adopted into European, Asian, and Africa cuisines. Its ability to grow in hotter climates than other grains has made it more than just a pleasant tasting food, […]

With March Madness now upon us, everyone is scrambling to fill out their brackets before noon on Thursday. I made my picks for the NCAA Tournament on Monday (I chose the Kansas Jayhawks to cut down the nets in New Orleans, by the way), but in my haste to make my selections, I got to […]

People are intrigued by the red carpet and camera flashes of Hollywood and by the big lights of New York City – and other prominent cities. Where we live is a personal preference, and each of us is entitled to make our own choices. Many people move for all the wrong reasons; however, sacrificing everything […]

If you are looking for a great destination for your next family vacation that offers warm weather, fun attractions and a small town atmosphere, why not consider Boca Raton? Located in South Florida between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale, the quaint small town of Boca Raton features year round warm temperatures and packs many […]