From the monthly archives:

November 2009

Fashion Dogma

November 25, 2009

Where did it all begin? Some say the White House helped set the tone for dog fashion. Rex, the First Dog, as a public figure has put well-groomed dogs in the spotlight. He is quite a bit different from the low-keyed house dogs of administrations of the past. Harvey, a Labrador [...]

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Dressing Little Girls in Style

November 25, 2009

Whether your little princess likes to dress up in ribbons and bows or she prefers a trendier look, the latest in girl’s fashions have exactly what it takes to make her smile. Add that sparkle in her eyes and that spunk in her step by dressing her up in children’s designer clothing that are very [...]

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Book Clubs for Boys

November 25, 2009

Boys may not show as much interest in reading as parents would like.  You know being able to read well is a key indicator of success in school and the business world.  You want your son to achieve great things, but it is obvious that reading is not high on his list of things he [...]

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Oakley – the Fusion of Science, Art & Expanding the Brand

November 24, 2009

Oakley, Inc. has long since been one of the leading sports brands dedicated to the fusion of science and art through its innovation in their products. Because of its huge success, it comes as no surprise that Oakley, Inc. would expand into the creation of other brands. These brands are the leading ones that you [...]

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Problems With Cleaning a Ghillie Suit

November 24, 2009

This is one of the most frequently asked questions from Ghillie Suit owners. For military personnel and snipers whose suits are sometimes quickly assembled and are never intended to be used for more than just a few days at a time. The case for Hunters and Paintball enthusiasts who are proud of their Ghillie Suits [...]

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Did the Pope sell Zyklon B?

November 24, 2009

A good question – why and how could Pope John Paul II (Karol Wojtila) have sold Zyklon B during World War II when it was manufactured by a German firm? Why would Wojtila wish to do this, as he had a Jewish mother and are there documents to support this?
To answer these questions, let’s [...]

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Should You Wash Your Ghillie Suit?

November 23, 2009

This question seems like an oxy moron
This is an odd question: should a ghillie suit, which is a suit made to resemble dirt and foliage, be washed like any other costume?  It’s not quite the same as putting leaves and twigs inside your washing machine; after all, these suits are actually suits-they are shirts, [...]

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My Life as a Gypsy

November 23, 2009

WHEN God paints his pictures you had better keep quiet. Look with your eyes, but keep your foolish tongue still!” My Aunt Lila counseled me in this way while I was still a young boy as we stood in awe of a particularly beautiful sunrise. This was typical Gypsy thinking regarding God and his marvelous [...]

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A Remarkable Holiday Destination

November 23, 2009

Stanley is a peninsula on the south-eastern area of Hong Kong Island that is positioned west of Shek O, east of Repulse Bay and also neighbours Chung Hom Kok.
It is often said that a large Red Kapok Tree was once located in the centre of the village and during the flowering season it would [...]

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Personalized Custom Dog Tags – not Just for Soldiers Anymore

November 23, 2009

While there are several dog tag formats extant around the world, it’s the US Army dog tags form that we are most familiar with. They list the surname, given name, social security number (originally service number), blood type and religion – stamped on small oval pieces of metal that are worn on [...]

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Lunar One copyright 2005

November 22, 2009

   Bill Larantz stepped out of a door accompanied by three, armed security officers. They turned left down the long corridor, walking methodically slow. He noticed the dark blue stretch uniforms they were wearing, which had a bright-yellow triangular shaped stripe across the front, centered by a large chrome star – the symbol for the [...]

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India -Unity in Diversity

November 22, 2009

Indian Culture:The culture of India has been shaped by the long history of India, its unique geography and the absorption of customs, traditions and ideas from some
of its neighbours as well as by preserving its ancient heritages, which were formed during the Indus Valley Civilization and evolved further during the
Vedic age, rise and [...]

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How to Choose a Florist and Flowers for a Wedding

November 22, 2009

Follow these florist guidelines and go over them in advance of your wedding day. But before your wedding, you are probably wondering how to choose a florist for a wedding? What is expected of the company you go with? Please read the following article for some insight into asking the right questions. When you visit [...]

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Don’t Go into the Dressing Room Without Me

November 21, 2009

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Many women may identify with a moment like this: you spot a shirt or a skirt that looks perfect for you – and it’s even in your size. Then you take it into the fitting room. Once there, you find that something is simply not right. Maybe a pair [...]

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Armed Forces Day recognized by many this Saturday

November 21, 2009

This Saturday, for the 59th year in a row, we honor those men and women who have worn a military uniform, and we will celebrate Armed Forces Day. For many years now, we have set aside one Saturday, every May, to recognize those for those who have served and protected our rights and freedoms. However, [...]

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Spring time – Important Reminders for You and for Your Dog

November 21, 2009

There are a lot of latest trends during the spring season, especially in the fashion world of pets specifically dogs. Many dog lovers are truly taking their time just to dress up their favorite pets with the updated outfit styles. In fact, it is one of their hobbies already to make up their doggies and [...]

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What is Not Happening Inside the White House’s Situation Room for the War in Afghanistan?

November 21, 2009

On September 11, 2007, I wrote and published a blog article titled, “Bush to Kick Gen. Pervez Musharraf Out?”, and less than a year later, Musharraf was out of Pakistan as its President.
And I am now going to write about what’s current and has been happening in Afghanistan for the past 8 years, which [...]

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Pendants – Small Pieces With Great Significance

November 20, 2009

One of the most expressive ways for people to make statements about themselves is to show something that represents them. The first choice would be clothing, something used to cover our bodies, but at the same time showing people what we like.Clothes have been around ever since the beginning of time. Even though when they [...]

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