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- Municipal Bonds: The Safe and Steady Way to Make Money - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWith the financial crises affecting everyone, it’s no wonder people get scared to death, when it comes to making the decision of where to invest there money. Playing the stock market is considered by many to be a legal form of gambling, which in some sense is pretty much true. Investors place ...
Views: 1267 - Basic Pug Training Tips - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraJust because it's cute and tiny, doesn't mean it should be allowed to get away with everything. A single look from this cuddly pooch can melt the heart of many adoring doggy owners, which can also lead to negligence on the part of the latter. Training should never ever be set aside, and this pet ...
Views: 871 - Forum Advertising: An Alternative to Costly PPC Ads - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraPerhaps majority of online marketers would agree that pay per click advertising is the best way to get profitable results for any online business. Many agree to its potentials and therefore use it as part of advertising methods. If properly managed, online marketers who are advertising their ...
Views: 678 - The Dangers of an Ear Infection - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere are many things that we have to do for our pets which they can't do for itself. If only it were able to give itself baths and brush its own teeth, we'd let it do so. But it can't, because they only got 2 pairs of legs which are only good for running around and making a mess out of things. ...
Views: 950 - Get More Traffic Thru Social Bookmarking Sites - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraTraffic is such a relevant word for all online marketers, online bloggers or web site owners. Web site owners mostly gauge their success by the traffic that their site gets. The more people to visit, the higher the ranking their page can get from search engines. Same thing with the online ...
Views: 820 - 3 Ways to Declutter - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraA friend of mine once confessed to me that he is well…kind a bit of a slob. He is really not a neat freak and cleaning and tidying is not on top of the list of his priorities. He tells people that he likes the look of his house, but the truth of it is that often, he looks around his home and ...
Views: 805 - The Soothing Healing Power of Body Massage Oil - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraTo soothe, to ease, to calm, to relax. Such words are the magic offered by massage therapy and aromatherapy. In this hectic and hurrying society where stress has become and inherent aspect of daily living, the distressed populace is perpetually in search of means to comfort and relieve the ...
Views: 1722 - Secured Personal Loan Advantages - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraPlenty of individuals prefer to pull out unsecured personal loans rather than secured personal loans, for numerous reasons, like the approval time. The fact that you can apply and receive the money you intend to borrow makes the service very desirable, preferable, suitable or whatever synonym ...
Views: 1042 - Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Right for You? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAs told by its name alone, anybody can come to the conclusion that this breed comes from Germany, and has short hair. The coat is reasonably feisty and thick, which doesn't require much grooming. This dog is of medium build, weighing anywhere from 45 to 70 pounds and standing from 21 to 25 ...
Views: 2062 - Keep a High Performing System Thru Registry Cleaners - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe main function of Windows registry is to keep all important program operation information in your computers. This is an ultimate function and must be taken seriously. Otherwise, your whole computer system will crash down and all your important files will be gone forever. When you are having ...
Views: 821 - The Joys of Being a Single Parent After Divorce - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraRaising kids is hard; raising kids alone is near- impossible. It’s absolutely not easy to raise kids when you’re a single parent. However, although it seems awful, (a lot of times it is!) it offers quite a number of astonishing benefits that can make everyday life easier for everyone. According ...
Views: 4589(3 votes) - Developing Telepathy Easily - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraSure you have heard about mental telepathy and about some gifted persons having telepathic energy and skills. But is it for real and do you believe it? And if indeed so, what do you have to do or possess in order to open or develop your own telepathic skills in telepathy? Here are some simple ...
Views: 4353(1 vote) - Renewal Delivered By a Skilled Massage Therapist - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAlternative health practices have been widely accepted and recognized in the recent years as the methods employed by such are usually anodyne and of natural means. With this increasing trend comes the prevalence and demand for alternative health careers as more and more individuals prefer to ...
Views: 1130 - Basic Tips for Raising an American Bulldog - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe American Bulldog is very cute and built like a tank. A very muscular dog - most of its weight is muscle, making it very strong. It is very athletic, and enjoys running around. This pet can be extremely nice and playful or aggressive, depending entirely on its owner. Having it raised to ...
Views: 1018 - Empowering Your Email Marketing List for Better Business - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraMarketing thru emails is not strange to many online marketers anymore. For many years, this new email marketing strategy has been employed by many of them. However, it is fact that even if advertising thru emails has been around for some time now, still there are many marketers who fail to ...
Views: 468 - Knowing How to Listen Effectively - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraCommunication plays a major role in any kind of relationship. However, it is one of the most misunderstood words in the English dictionary. Most people would automatically think of “communication” as talking, when actually it is not just that. It is a two-way street, where talking and listening ...
Views: 1896(1 vote) - The Job Description of a Manager - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe skill in being able to manage could be a profitable secondary asset for any qualified employee or staff with any specific training in a certain area. Actually, the duties and responsibilities of the senior management personnel in any organization may vary from one industry to another. For ...
Views: 1170(1 vote) - A Holistic Healing Through Thai Massage - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThai massage is one of the ancient healing arts practiced for centuries. It has long originated and developed for over 2500 years from the time of Buddha and has been performed by monks for hundreds of years in Southeast Asia. Thai massage was an element of indigenous Thai medicine and was ...
Views: 1239 - The Deadly Brown Tick - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere are many diseases out there that we, as pet owners, are aware of. We like to keep our pooches safe from all forms of harm by bringing them to our favorite veterinarian for vaccinations and booster shots. What many of us neglect to do is properly dealing with ticks. The little critters are ...
Views: 879 - Mistakes to Avoid During Product Launch - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe money-spinning stories about product launch on the net have created a lot of buzz these days. Perhaps you have heard of many success stories of individuals who created a loud buzz and made money on the first day their product was launched. More online marketers are becoming more conscious ...
Views: 841 - Is There Such a Thing as Love at First Sight? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraLet’s face it: most of us (if not all) have had this moment of meeting somebody somewhere, and bam! You were convinced that you have found the man of your dreams, or the queen of your heart. Cupid’s arrow hit the spot, and you simply couldn’t take your eyes off of the person. Then you blinked, ...
Views: 862 - Encouragement at the Workplace - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraLiterally, the definition of encourage is to put heart into. All of us need encouragement. Encouragement could have a great effect and powerful impact on co-workers and bosses. When this definition is applied to our situations in work, it may suggest:1.) Increasing morale by offering support to ...
Views: 3158 - Doze Off with a Dose of Insomnia Treatment - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIn the wee small hours of the morning, there is a multitude of distressed and harried individuals tossing and turning. This condition of not being able to doze off or have sound sleep is called insomnia and with the current barrage of social and personal predicaments that beset a significant ...
Views: 1048 - Why Set Up a Revocable Living Trust? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraUnderstanding the nature of a revocable living trust is only as complicated as you think it to be, and how other people explain it to be. There are thousands of people, perhaps you’re one of them, confused with such explanations given by individuals having knowledge on the subject matter. So for ...
Views: 1044 - Weimaraner: The Gray Ghost - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis breed is known for its unique all-gray color and swiftness, hence the nickname “The Gray Ghost”. There are a lot of uses for this pooch, some including hunting or serving as a military dog. It has an outstanding build; one that is very athletic. Packing a lot of strength and endurance makes ...
Views: 1707 - Equip Your System with an Anti Spyware Solutions - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEvery person who is working or surfing online can always be prone to spywares and other malicious threats on the web. They are like invisible parasites that attack your computers without you knowing it. When you are too engrossed surfing the net, you may not notice that you have already clicked ...
Views: 1359(1 vote) - Joint Custody: Making it Work - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraParents who want to make joint custody work must do everything they can to put the best interests of the children first. Any divorced couple can attest that co-parenting after a divorce is hard—it requires a great deal of commitment and effort from both parents. While the real desire of a ...
Views: 1038 - Invent and Innovate Yourself - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraMy friend is a speaker and she told me that so many years ago, when she was speaking for a group, the director started to ask her how she came about speaking on the topics or issues she did and how did she particularly define that. My friend replied that she had not really looked at something ...
Views: 736 - Stop Snoring, Sleep Soundly and Silently - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraSnoring obviously is not so much a discomforting condition on the part of the snorer, but it can be embarrassing and bothersome to those within the immediate surrounding when sleeping. Several factors can be attributed to snoring including sleep disorders, stress and a blockage in the airway. ...
Views: 1761 - Filing Under Chapter 11 Bankruptcy - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen worse comes to worse, in terms of the financial aspect, there isn’t pretty much left for you to do. There may be some things that you can do, but most of which would probably be difficult on your part, and the rest illegal. Owners of businesses that are no longer capable of paying off ...
Views: 933 - Alaskan Malamute: Sled Dog and House Pet - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest arctic breeds there is. It is said that they have been around for thousands of years. This pooch was used by the native inhabitants of Alaska as a work dog. They took advantage of its fairly large and very muscular build and put it to good use. It was ...
Views: 1159 - Take Extra Precautions and Stop Spam - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraVictims of spam mails would often ask where spam mails come from. All they know is that they have never given out their email address to other web sites or individuals online. How come they still suffer from receiving tons of unsolicited emails from people or companies they don’t know? With the ...
Views: 519 - Chat Room Etiquette for Beginners - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOnline dating and chatting is a fine art that a lot of singles try to perfect. It can be quite confusing at first, but once an individual gets the hang of it, it can be pretty interesting and quite helpful. The rapidly increasing number of online dating site tells us only one thing: this is the ...
Views: 1498 - Pure and Steadfast Bliss - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAn individual in his or her purest and true nature is really a completely happy person. Why so—in this short article it can be suggested that each person that is now living, who has ever lived and who would ever live not just possesses that innate bliss within them, yet in fact actually is bliss ...
Views: 628 - The Transitory Yet Gripping Sleep Paralysis - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraFrom time to time, a person may experience that gripping sensation overcoming the whole body while sleeping. It can be a terrifying experience and a lot of superstitions ranging from the strange to the supernatural have been associated with it. In medical terms, however, such condition is called ...
Views: 1391(1 vote) - The Key to Online Investing - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOnline investing is what’s booming now. The fact that you can cater to anyone in the world regardless of where you are at is what’s making it so appealing; not to mention the investments made here rake in money round the clock while you do practically nothing. Maintenance is hardly ever needed ...
Views: 700 - Dealing with Canine Arthritis - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEver wonder why your dog has been becoming less active or yelping as it walked? A possible cause of that is Canine Arthritis. It was bad enough that it could happen to us people, now it's happening to our pets as well. It's happening now as you read this article, and it won't be long before it ...
Views: 905 - Getting Past Emotional Pain - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAll of us have been emotionally hurt at one time or another—it doesn’t matter who and what you are, really. However, there are also people who seem so totally unreceptive to emotional pain. These are the type who doesn’t give a smack when someone tries to get close to them with a bit of an ...
Views: 4550(3 votes) - Aspire to Be Yourself - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIn the everlasting journey called life, human beings are almost amusing in a strange kind of way. Most people think and believe that they have to “live up” to another family member, relative, or screen idol. Some even have become envious or jealous of popular celebrities and want or even aspire ...
Views: 1602 - Unmasking The “Self” of Major Depression - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOne probably cannot imagine the multitude of despairing and desolate individuals on antidepressants in this day and age wherein major depression has become the product of an increasingly progressive yet complex society. Major depression has been easily perceived as a manifestation of a chemical ...
Views: 901 - Playing it Safe with a Maltese - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAll Maltese dogs are very playful and of course cute. They are members of a breed of little pooches, some actually weighing less than 3 pounds. Because of their small build, it has been a popular choice among pet owners worldwide, especially those with taste for indoor living. It is ideal for ...
Views: 762 - Strategizing Your Internet Banner Advertising - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraInternet banner advertising is perhaps one of the firsts in online advertising. It perhaps belongs to the more traditional methods of online advertisements. The concept of banner advertisements actually came from the banners we see on newspapers. They are ads places in certain strategic areas ...
Views: 667 - The Essence of Genuine Friendship in Marriage - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEvery expert, marriage counsellor or therapist have their own list of the qualities of a good marriage. There are two words, though, that has consistently stayed on almost every relationship advice, articles and columns about happy marriages: true friendship. Love and sex are equally important, ...
Views: 1217 - Parenting Advice: Promote Imaginative Play - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraImaginative play should be encouraged and fostered in children because not only is it fun for them but it is also a significant part of growing up and learning. Playing through imagination is an essential part of childhood. Through this, the child learn more about the world and about himself and ...
Views: 1118(2 votes) - Identifying and Intervening Clinical Depression - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAn estimated one-third of the total population is suffering from clinical depression and the number is continually rising. By the term “clinical depression”, it doesn’t mean the transient blue mood that simply goes away but a disorder that needs medical attention. Stressors such as a loss or a ...
Views: 955 - How to Handle a Havanese - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Havanese is a considered to be of medium build under the toy breeds. This pooch may be tiny but it packs a lot of spirit. It just loves playing and pleasing its master. It loves being the center of attention, and being with its human owners. A very sociable pet if taught properly. Beautiful ...
Views: 885 - Everybody Needs Romance! - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWe all have our own definition of romance: it is a nicely-written love poem, a breakfast in bed, or an adorable puppy at your doorstep. It is a very important ingredient for every successful and passionate relationship, whether it’s still in the budding phase or running for more than 30 years ...
Views: 571 - Mentoring: Is It Worth It To Succeed In The Online Business? - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis article is going to take an objective look at the whole mentoring business and if it will indeed make you successful. You see, I have a friend who mentors and has been mentored himself also. He told me that he sees a lot of individuals who attend some forums and they ask the senior members ...
Views: 878 - Symptoms Of Depression Ascertained - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAt some point throughout their lives, individuals suffer from some kind of depression. Whether it be instigated by stressors such as a loss or a trauma, depression is more or less considered a normal reaction to the constant setbacks in life. The term depression has a broad coverage. Others ...
Views: 647(1 vote) - Lyme Disease in Dogs - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraYes, Lyme Disease doesn't just occur in humans, but in dogs as well. But determining the ailment in pets is harder than it is in people. The bacteria could be inside your pooch for several months without displaying any signs of it. A rash, the first symptom of the disease shown by humans, won't ...
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