Content Published on Jan 01, 2010 - Lifestyle
- The Truth About Germany: The Ruhr Valley RegionIn our weekly series, "The Truth About Germany", our intrepid reporter Michael Wigge investigates stereotypes and this week he's off to the Ruhr Valley region. Germany's biggest urban sprawl and former industrial heartland has been chosen as one of the 2010 European Capitals of Culture. Reason enoug
- The Harm of False Allegations of AbuseFor every time a person cries wolf that's one more door that closes for a real victim.
- To Where Are We Running?Questioning from whom or what are we runningfrom when we choose alcohol, drugs or both to relieve the pain.
- Chapter One: Over the River and Through the WoodsMy son-in-law's job took my daughter and the subsequent grandchildren to his childhood hometown of Erie, the northwest corner and farthest point in Pennsylvania from Philadelphia, the southeast corner.
- My Happy New Year With FamilyMy son visited from New York and my daughter brought her family. This will be one New Year I will never forget.
- Best Birthday Gifts for the Retired Dad: These Gifts Will Help Dad Pass the TimeIf your Dad is retired, chances are he has a lot of time on his hands. These birthday gifts will give him a fun way to spend his time.
- Benefits of Snail MailThis article focuses on some of the irreplaceable benefits of old fashion letter writing.
- Getting OlderAn overview of all the awful things my body has decided to do to me now that I'm almost 40. The Judas.
- 3 Reasons You Should Drink CoffeeYou are one with the universe, and so is coffee. Let it work for you. It wants to work for you.
- The Frailty of the Human PsycheAre you afraid to be different? To be unique? To be a true individual?
- Lock Bumping PreventionThieves can enter your home in seconds through a technique called lock bumping. Learn how lock bumping works, and see a video of a lock being bumped. Protect your home and family by learning lock bumping prevention.
- Investigation into Allegations Against One of AC's Most Popular WritersNancy Canfield's articles are where I go when I have a need to laugh. I decided to do a little investigation on where she gets her material.
- Richard Rorty on Morality and CommunityIn "Postmodernist Bourgeois Liberalism", Richard Rorty explicates his concept of the relation of morality to the community. Throughout the article, Rorty distinguishes between two conceptions of this relation.
- Spontaneous Smiley--It Will Make You SmileSmiles are everywhere if you'll only look for them. Spontaneous Smiley finds and celebrates them.
- Bunraku: Japan's Theater of PuppetsBunraku, otherwise known as Ningen Joururi, is Japan's Puppet Theater. It's not just hand puppets. It consists of multiple elements and calls for intense teamwork to create a beautiful, mysterious form of theater.
- False LogicThe logic that is respected in our time and civilization is false, because it is based on selfishness, and selfishness is craziness, even though many people believe it is a normal reaction of the human being.
- Teen HelpYou cannot change your physical characteristics, but you can change your psychic world, so that you will become spiritually very beautiful. Your beauty will be really unique! You will be wise!
- Gender Roles and Society StereotypeThe Battle to Understand Gender Identity within America. Society plays a great role in forming gender identities.
- Teens and Video GamesVideo game title ratings serve a purpose. Are you the parent of a teen? Do you know what those ratings on the box mean...
- Turn a Bad Crisis into Good Karma: Finding a Better JobIt's easy to think about your accomplishments and then curl into a ball on the floor and wish you'd done more. If you're reading this you're alive. And that means you can change things.
- Counselling and Psychotherapy Interpreting Your DreamsWhen you have the need to tell someone your dream or write it down, this is because your intuition helps you understand that the message of the unconscious in this dream is very important for you.
- Manifest Your Desires in Seven StepsOur desires already reside in the spiritual world waiting for our call to receive them but before we can receive them, we must prepare ourselves for greatness.
- Most Relaxing Vacation Ever: Why You Should Rent a CabinIf your last vacation left you feeling anything but rested, consider a cabin rental. Cabins are plentiful throughout the U.S. and often are nestled in unspoiled wildlife habitats.
- Want to Be Happy and Feel like You Are Making Progress in Your Life?The education I received could be applied to anyone, particularly those that felt like they were wandering through life aimlessly, victimized by circumstances beyond their control.
- Why Me? Episode 1Ever wonder why certain unexplained thing happen to you? Thats exactly what Marcus is wondering after a tragic event changes his life forever.
- Anwar Al Awlaki: Linked to 9/11, Fort Hood Shootings, and the Alleged Bomber of Flight #253Is religious iman Anwar al Awlaki recruiting young men for al Qaeda? Recent reports link him to many terrorism attacks against America.
- Overcoming Paralyzing Fear!Learn one of satan's biggest lies that Christians believe and how to overcome it.
- Is Holiness Relevant for Our Generation?Does God require our generation to live holy lives? What has changed from the time the Bible was written to now? Find out it my article if holiness is really relevant for us today.
- 2010: A New Year of Terror; Are You on the Hit List? (Updated)Multiple reports have indicated that 2010 could be a big year for potential terrorist attacks. While 2010 was welcomed relatively smoothly the world over, the new year brings with it some new warnings. Updated January 11, 2010.
- How to Start a Fire with Flint and SteelStarting a fire with flint and steel is "Old School" but it works!
- Dorm Room Essentials: Uses for Plastic Storage BoxesPlastic storage boxes can have a large impact on student life.
- Mid-West Snow Storm - Haiku PoemEach area endures weather consequences. Mid-west weather changes rapidly and often. Sometimes ugly is beautiful, but sometimes beautiful can be ugly.
- Let's Look Over 2009's Untimely Losses in the Entertainment IndustryEvery year there are always unfortunate deaths in the film, television and music industries, although 2009 was perhaps one of the worst in recent memory.
- How to Attach a Headboard to a Bed FrameWith a few tricks, attaching a headboard to a bed frame can be easy.
- American DisappointmentThe American Dream has been replaced by the American Disappointment, as evidenced by the decade of zeros and nothings just ended. Will Americans find their revolutionary roots?
- Making a Road Trip in a Semi an Enjoyable Ride- a Wife's GuideIf you are going out on your first road trip with your truck driving husband, here are some items that you might want to take with you to make the road trip an enjoyable one.
- 10 Inspirational C.S. Lewis Quotes on LoveAre you looking for Love Quotes to live your life by? C.S. Lewis has some of the most famous and inspirational quotes on love. Check out these ten quotes on Love by C.S. Lewis
- Changing How You LiveThe grass is always greener on the other side. At least that is what is thought about the United States from other poverty countries around the world.
- What Should You Wear When Running Errands?In this article, I discuss what I wear when running errands, whether or not what a person wears for this activity is important, and my reasons for wearing what I do.
- Snow Joe Snow Thrower: Used it to Remove Both Light and Heavy SnowfallPersonal snow removal experiences using the Snow Joe snow thrower Model No. 322P. The Snow Joe did a great job with both the very light 3 in. snowfall as well as a great job for us with the unexpected 20 in. snowfall.
- Top 10 Gifts Ideas for a Truck Drivers WifeThis guide is a way for anyone that knows a truck driver's wife to come up with some great gift ideas, but also help to show their love for their truck driving husbands.
- Reality Shows Are a Kick in the HeadHow much Reality is too much? With a new show featured in Aspen, it seems the networks are determined to remove the allure of another glamorous city. I want fantasy back!
- Parents Posting Videos Online: The Entertaining Beast of the Viral WorldThe Internet has allowed parents to post and share online videos instantly.
- Post-Racial American PatriotismA view of what modern patriotism really means.
- Happy New Year 2010!After last night's big celebrations, people actually have a new year to focus on. For now, most are optimistic that things will be different, both personally and around the world- even though those hopes often fade away quickly.
- Selecting the Best Chocolate GiftThe gift of Chocolate superbly expresses love, delicately expresses sympathy and creates a special bond between friends. Anytime is the right time to convey chocolate.
- Resolutions for a New YearI love New Year; I always have. For many years it was a time of relief; I would have a whole new year ahead of me that I hadn't messed up yet.
- 7 Personal Life Changing Moments of 20092009 was a unique year. It had the normal ups and downs, but I think the biggest difference was in what I learned through the circumstances and events that made 2009 a year to remember.
- Three Internet Businesses to Consider for Earning an Extra Income in the New YearIf you are the kind of person who likes to work on his or her own, then there are three small Internet businesses that may interest you.
- Oven Pulled Pork RecipeSlow smoking a pork shoulder for pulled pork isn't always possible, but you can get great consistent results in your oven. The pulled pork recipe in the video is toned down a bit from what we will usually do around our house - we tried to make a good starting point for people who shy away from too m
- What Life IsLife is complex, but it can be simplified.
- The Big SnorePoem about a desire to see your spouse no longer snore in bed.
- Customs Associated with New Year's Day Around the WorldThere are many traditions associated with New Year's day and this article will take a look at the customs associated with New Year's day around the world.