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Backyard Birding Tips

Friday, February 29th, 2008

By Ronald F. Patterson I’ve fed and cared for wild birds since I was a 10 year old boy (I’m 52). I come up with severalideas and ways to make backyard birding more enjoyable for others. For example: keep predators away from your bluebird house by using carpet tackboard on the post/pole your nestbox is sitting on. What is the ideal birdbath, and much more. Well, here is another tip and just in time for a busy wasp and yellow jacket season. For the past two years, I’ve researched and worked with “mint” as an insecticide and deterrent for wasps, ants, and mosquitoes. Researching online, chats with a local herbologist and of course, experimenting with my new brain child. Some insects are attracted by color. Others by smell and yet some hunt and feed by both sight and smell. Most insects hate to smell of mint and plants in the mint family. Mint is also a Neuro-toxin to wasps. Get some mint on a wasp and it is one dead insect. Are you getting the idea yet? Every time you clean and fill your hummingbird feeder, dab some “mint extract” on the feeder and the hanger. Wasps and yellow jackets will stay away or risk death. Because mint is a food item, it wont harm birds. Hummers, like most birds have poor sniffers and the strong smell of mint doesn’t bother them at all. Serve up a mixture of 1 oz. pure mint extract and 10 oz. rubbing alcohol. Spray your nest boxes thoroughly and let it soak in. The rubbing alcohol evaporates causing no harm and the smell of mint lingers for up to 4 weeks. Continue to spray as needed. If there is already a wasp nest in your box, spray the wasps and watch them die before your eyes. I haven’t dealt with blowflies, but I am interested in finding out if “mint” will kill or keep blowflies out of nest boxes. Anyone interested in assisting here? Try this out as well. Mix 1 oz. of mint with 15 oz. of rubbing alcohol. You now have an insect repellent. While using this, the mosquitoes have left me alone and I smell good too. As the dog days of summer pass us by, wasps and yellow jackets are becoming more aggressive in their hunt to feed an ever growing population of larvae. Fortunately, here in Michigan winter kills off all but the queens. But what about warmer climates where a wasp population can grow and grow and grow, Try it, “Mint Extract” an insect repellent that is earth friendly. Amazing how nature provides for her self isn’t it? Ronald Patterson has a passion for wildbirds. He’s been feeding and caring for birds for more then 40 years. Ron is a “Wildlife Habitat Naturalist” and “Michigan Certified Nurseryman.” He also lectures and writes about birds and other wildlife. His expertise and knowledge on birds, habitats, and plants makes him the ideal person to help you learn to garden for birds. Ron Patterson’s writes a weekly newsletter called “Backyard Birding Tips.” You can sign up today and have Ron give you friendly and often humorous advise on Attractting, feeding and caring for wildlife. Go to: http://www.backyardbirdingtips.com/ Sign up for Ron Patterson’s newsletter today and start learning from one of America’s backyard birding experts. http://www.backyardbirdingtips.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ronald_F._Patterson http://EzineArticles.com/?Backyard-Birding-Tips&id=266113 the generic name the drug ambien zoloft and lorazepam interaction zolpidem and alcohol buy prescription ambien halcion

Cell Phones Cause Cancer: Myth Busted

Friday, February 29th, 2008

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Joshua_Daly]Joshua Daly Cell phone users can sleep a little better tonight, your not going to get cancer from your cell phone. A massive Danish study published today in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute debunks the myth that cell phones cause cancer. The study included a group of 420,095 Danish cell phone users. The study examined the cancer rates of cell phone users that began cell phone use from 1982 to 1995 and follows their cancer rates through 2002. Denmark was an ideal place for this study because they keep a national cancer registry. This is a system that logs and tracks every person who is inflicted with the deadly disease. In the study, cancer appeared in only 14,249 people in the research group, as apposed to 15,001 cases that appeared in the general population. According to an article in ars technical, Cell phone users had no higher risk of brain tumors, acoustic neuromas, salivary gland tumors, eye tumors, or leukemias, though the study’s authors note that ongoing research is needed to make sure the results hold true for those who have used a cell phone for more than 10 years. This is by far the largest most comprehensive piece of evidence to combat the urban legend that cell phones cause cancer. Among the 56,000 cell phone users that were watched for more than a decade, the research concluded there is absolutely no increased risk of cancer due to cell phone use. Good news to the more than 219 million Americans that use cell phones regularly. This article was brought to you courtesy of epharmacies.com. For more related articles on health and the pharmaceutical industry, visit our blog: [http://onlineprescriptions.blogspot.com]Insider Guide to Online Prescriptions. Joshua Daly is the author of many health related articles as well as the President of ePharmacies.com. Joshua’s goal is to help consumers save money and make better informed decisions. Click here for more information on ordering from discount [http://www.epharmacies.com]online pharmacies. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Joshua_Daly http://EzineArticles.com/?Cell-Phones-Cause-Cancer:-Myth-Busted&id=380858 buy ambien cheap onlinine ativan and alcohol pdr ambien cr ambien truth serum

How To Feel Refreshed All Day and Enjoy Quality

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

By Neil Teasdale If you’re one of the “still” surprisingly many that justcan’t get the sleep thing right, keep reading! How manytimes a week do you wake up where you can’t figure out ifyou’re getting up or going to bed or you wake up with a headache, numb leg or that stiff neck that goes right to the shoulder blade and you can’t look left or right, what’s that about? After struggling through a tough day, no way do you have anything left for family play time in the evening. There’s a time proven, simple method to regain back andenjoy your full days, but most of us definitely take it forgranted, SLEEP! “I’ll sleep when I sleep.” If we all could shift this mindset to, “I need and enjoy my sleep,” Thatwould be a huge step in the right direction. As we age,depending on how “gracefully,” we develop certain health issues, maybe not serious but nagging enough to stop you from playing catch with JR. or piggybacking your LittlePrincess. Many times we look to doctors and cures for naggingproblems that just might be related to your particular sleep habits. So, what does the Sleep in America poll tell us about theconnection between sleep, health and aging? “We reaffirmwhat we know from the epidemiology of aging that there is avery strong correlation between common medical conditionsand a predisposition to sleep disturbances,” says DanielFoley, an epidemiologist at the National Institute on Aging.”A person may have several medical conditions that they’reseeing their doctor about and they may be getting treatment,but they don’t feel they’re getting better. What may gounrecognized is a tremendous amount of sleep disturbance anddaytime sleepiness. What may go overlooked is a major sleepdisorder that may be complicating treatment of the otherconditions. “The poll results show we need to educate the public andhealthcare professionals about the connection between sleep,health and aging.” Granted not all health issues can be prevented, but weshoulddo what’s in our control to remain health conscious day and night. Maintaining health can prevent many of those nagging old problems. What’s the use of working out in the morning, jogging at lunch, eating right all day thencrashing at 3:00am on that busted imitation “La-Z-Boy”using your cat as a pillow? Oh! There’s that headache, numb leg, still neck cycle again!! There are some very simple things you can do to make yoursleep more beneficial for you. You’ve probably seen thesemany times in many forms but this time, it’s time to start!You’re going to pin this article up and make an effort tochange your poor sleep habits. * Sleep is as important as food and air. Quantity andquality are very important. Most adults need between 7.5 to8.5 hours of uninterrupted sleep. If you press the snoozebutton on the alarm in the morning you are not gettingenough sleep. * Keep regular hours. Try to go to bed at the same time andget up at the same time every day. Getting up at the sametime is most important. Getting bright light, like the sun,when you get up will also help. Try to go to bed only whenyou are sleepy. Bright light in the morning at a regulartime should help you feel sleepy at the same time everynight. * Stay away from stimulants like caffeine. This will helpyou get deep sleep which is most refreshing. If you take anycaffeine, take it in the morning. Avoid all stimulants inthe evening, including chocolate, caffeinated sodas, andcaffeinated teas. They will delay sleep and increasearousals during the night. * Use the bed for sleeping and sex. Avoid watching TV orusing laptop computers. Know that reading in bed can be aproblem if the material is very stimulating and you readwith a bright light. If it helps to read before bed makesure you use a very small wattage bulb to read. A 15 wattbulb should be enough. * Avoid bright light around the house before bed. Usingdimmer switches in living rooms and bathrooms before bed canbe helpful. (Dimmer switches can be set to maximumbrightness for morning routines.) * Don’t stress if you feel you are not getting enough sleep. It will just make matters worse. Know you will sleepeventually, no pressure. * Avoid exercise near bedtime. No exercise at least 3 hoursbefore bed. * Don’t go to bed hungry. Have a light snack, avoid a heavymeal before bed. * Bedtime routines are helpful for good sleep. Keep routines on your normal schedule. A cup of herbal tea an hour before bed can begin a routine. * Avoid looking at the clock if you wake up in the middle of the night. It can cause anxiety. This is very difficult formost of us, so turn the clock away so you would have to turnit to see the time. You may decide not to make the effortand go right back to sleep. * If you can’t get to sleep for over 30 minutes get out ofbed and do something boring in dim light till you aresleepy. * Keep your bedroom at comfortable temperature. Not too warm and not too cold. Cooler is better than warmer. * If you have problems with noise in your environment youcan use a white noise generator. An old fan will work or youcan listen to soft music on a timer. * Know that the “night cap” has a price. Alcohol may helpyou to get to sleep but it will cause you to wake upthroughout the night. You may not notice it. (It is worse ifyou have sleep apnea because the alcohol makes the apneaworse.) Sometimes people snore only if they have had somealcohol or may snore worse if they already snore. * If you have a sleeping partner, ask them if they noticeany snoring, leg movements and/or pauses in breathing. If you have any concerns see your doctor. * The proper mattress and pillow can make the biggestdifference in preventing those nagging problems. Educateyourself on the new advancements in mattress technology andsleep systems that are designed to provide the right supportto minimize pressure to acceptable levels for different bodytypes and sleeping postures, maintaining back and spinealignment. Shift the mindset from the one mattress fits all,coils and springs to the luxury and convenience of airmattress beds, adjustable beds, latex beds and memory foambeds. Not only do these sleep systems provide the necessarysupport and comfort, they give you the option to rearrangethe layers for a myriad of comfort levels to ensure you getexactly what you want in a mattress and not, “just living”with it. OK, PRINT! Now get started and work out while you sleep!!Make the necessary changes that will help you feel refreshedand have the energy to get through a busy day and thestamina to spend quality time with the family at night. Giveyourself and your family the chance for you to “agegracefully.” Catch my next articles that will cover sleep relateddisorders and advancements in mattress technology. BIO: Neil Teasdale is the Owner of Cloud 9 AirMattress Beds. Dedicated to helping others understand the immediate and long term life and health benefits of proper sleep habits. We provide the highest quality sleep systems including air mattress beds, adjustable beds, latex beds, memory foam beds, mattress toppers, bed warmers and pillows at very affordable prices with Free Shipping! Why Sleep On Coils and Springs When You Can Sleep On Air? 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Before Entering Into That Payday Cash Loan

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Christopher_Luck]Christopher Luck Payday cash loans are starting to become the most popular way for people to borrow money. This is partially because they are just so much more convenient then other professional loan alternatives. A store offering a payday cash loan is almost as easy to find these days as a corner coffee shop. They are everywhere, and no longer just in the big cities. Theyre also popular because getting one of these loans is simple. It doesnt involve a complicated application, paperwork, or credit checks. There are alternatives though, and these are important to check out before making the hasty choice to run in to get an easy payday cash loan. First and foremost, do you really need the money? While running low on funds for rent is a definite reason for getting cash quick, as is needing food for that matter, but being the first to get a new video game or grabbing yourself a stake for a poker game is just bad thinking. Surprisingly enough, people do this and its not altogether smart; not because those things arent fun, but because getting them through a payday cash loan just adds a large amount to the final cost. If it is something that really cant wait then perhaps your boss can get you an advance on your next paycheck. A lot of employers, especially in smaller businesses who handle their payroll from within, are often willing to help out when its for something important. Obviously though, if you need it too often then youll just wind up getting on your bosses bad side. Alternatively try a family member or friend. A lot of us shy away from this sort of thing but money from a person you know will likely cost you a lot less then from a payday cash loan. Okay, it ought not cost you a thing. Just like your friends start doing lots of favors for you when they need something, you can do a few favors for them. There are even small loan offices and credit unions available for lower interest loans if you are willing to take the time to apply. These definitely cost money but nothing you couldnt afford if you were already willing to get a payday cash loan. Similarly, borrowing money from your own credit card is relatively easy. This too costs money and in rare cases may have a higher upfront fee then the payday loan, but a credit company is far more forgiving on late payments. The reason these alternatives are so important to consider is that a payday cash loan is a costly way to get money. Pretty much, you are literally buying cash. When getting a loan from a payday counter the borrower has to, typically, write a check for the borrowed amount plus a fee. After checking out the above alternatives youll see that the fee is a lot higher then a regular interest rate. The bigger expense comes if the loan cant be paid back on time. Usually the fee is just added on again and again. Within weeks the borrower can owe more money than any other loan would have cost after years. If money is urgently needed and there are no other means to get it, a [http://www.burbankgazette.com/category/finance-comments]payday cash loan is not a bad thing and its nice to know that the choice is there. Make sure you research the company you go to though, and make sure you completely understand the terms of their loan. Christopher M. Luck has an extensive background in dealing exclusively with payday cash loans and is now offering his free professional [http://www.cashloanpaydaytips.info/cashloanpayday]loan secrets to the public. If you are at all interested in Christopher’s personal advice, tips, or secrets on cash loans you can visit his [http://www.burbankgazette.com/category/finance-comments]finance tips blog. Copyright 2005 Christopher M. Luck Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Christopher_Luck http://EzineArticles.com/?Before-Entering-Into-That-Payday-Cash-Loan&id=105859 discounted ambien ativan weight loss buy prescriptions ativan how safe is ativan

Winning at Post-Partum Weight Loss: Six Simple Strategies for New Moms - Part 3

Tuesday, February 26th, 2008

By Susan Peach A healthy pregnancy almost always involves weight gain. But now that babys here, youre probably wishing those extra pounds would hurry up and disappear! While it wont happen overnight, these six simple tips can help you lose that extra weight in a healthy way. (If youre looking for parts 1 and 2 of this article, you can find them both at http://www.mambomoms.com/articles.html) 5) Get moderate exercise on a regular basis. Of course, you should get the go ahead from your doctor first, and you will likely need to wait longer if youve had a caesarean birth, but most new moms can begin a gentle fitness program very soon after their baby is born. Exercise is definitely one of those things that most of us feel obligated to do and few of us seem to enjoy. In fact, for many moms, having a new baby seems to be a great excuse not to exercise. After all, youre legitimately busy, sleep-deprived, and probably a bit nervous about leaving your precious bundle with someone else while you head to the gym. But wait! Who ever said you had to pump iron, punch a bag or jump around in a fitness class for an hour to get your exercise? The whole key to sticking with a fitness program is to choose an activity you enjoy. If you enjoy hiking outdoors, why not invest in a baby carrier so you and your baby can do this together? There are all kinds of baby trailers on the market now so your baby can join you on a bike ride or even a cross country ski outing if these are activities you enjoy. If swimming is fun for you, why not offer to take a friends teenager to the pool. She can sit close by with your baby on the pool deck while you do a few lengths, and then you and your baby can enjoy a leisurely lunch or cup of tea while the teen gets a chance to play in the pool in return for helping you out. Yoga classes for moms and babies are also popular now, and this can be a very enjoyable and relaxing way to spend time with your baby while you exercise. For the new mom who wasnt active before pregnancy, gentle forms of exercise such as taking a stroll are ideal. If you can find another new mom close by to share this time with, your walks will become a pleasant activity that you look forward to, instead of part of your dreaded post-natal fitness program. If your health unit or community nursing program offers a drop in program for new moms you will be able to connect with other moms there. Or perhaps youve stayed in touch with a mom you met in your pre-natal classes. As you start to feel more energetic you can increase the length and the intensity of your walks. Ans if the weather is bad you can always walk around the mall and enjoy the sights. Gentle dancing or rocking while holding your baby is also excellent exercise that both of you can enjoy. When your baby is fussy or tired and nursing her doesnt seem to be helping, why not put on some music and introduce her to your favourite dance steps? She wont mind if you dont get the steps right, shell just enjoy being close to you while you move, and youll get the fitness benefits. Most babies will enjoy dancing with you even when theyre not tired and cranky. As she gets older your dance dates will probably be greeted with giggles and squeals of delight. Remember though that moderation in your exercise program is the key. Even if you bounce back quickly from your babys birth and are feeling very energetic, be sure to start slowly and increase your exercise level gradually. Too much too soon can set you back by causing you to feel exhausted later on in the day. This can lead to grouchiness or a bout of the baby blues, neither of which will motivate you to continue exercising! Remember the old adage, always leave em wanting more. This should be your fitness mantra in the first few postpartum months. In other words, stop before youve had enough and youll be more likely to continue with your fitness program the next day. 6) Wear your baby often. Using a sling or carrier to keep baby close during the day will make your baby happier, plus it will give you a little extra weight to pack around as you do your daily chores and activities. It may not seem like much, but as your baby grows youll be increasing the amount of weight youre carrying while you go about your daily routines. And that adds up to extra weight loss for you. Instead of using a stroller when you take a walk, put baby in the carrier. Instead of putting her in a swing or rocking seat, rock her to sleep in your arms or in your baby carrier while you stand and gently bounce to and fro. When you go to the grocery store, carry her in a sling instead of putting her in the shopping cart. In fact, if youre lucky enough to live within walking distance of your grocery store, you can even make this a daily outing to pick up a few items each time. Your baby will enjoy the extra closeness of being in a sling or carrier as you do laundry, tend the garden, or even take some time out for a hobby like bird watching. Babies in our society seem to spend so much time strapped into various pieces of equipment. Most will love the opportunity to be closer to the person they most adoreyou! The bonus for mom is that extra weight to carry equals extra calories burned. Over the course of a year this can add up to significant weight loss, in a very healthy way for all concerned. Depending on how often you carry your baby, and how much she weighs, you can easily burn an extra 100-200 calories a day just by carrying her along for part of your day. Anytime youre on the go, try to carry your baby with you and youll be getting the benefit of the increased calorie burn that comes with packing around an extra 10, 15, or 20 pounds. And there you have it, six painless ways to lose those extra pregnancy pounds effortlessly and without stress. Remember, your baby wont be small for long so try not to get too preoccupied with weight loss. If you eat well most of the time, get some moderate exercise on a regular basis, and follow the rest of the tips in this article series, youll get back in shape with hardly a second thought. Susan Peach is a retired La Leche League Leader, a dance and fitness instructor, and mother to two teenage boys. She is also the creator of Mambo Moms, a fun and gentle Latin dance based fitness program that helps new moms get back in shape while spending quality play time with their babies. 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Loans for Pending Lawsuits

Monday, February 25th, 2008

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kevin_Stith]Kevin Stith There are many types of cases that qualify for loans for pending lawsuits, including personal injury cases such as automobile accidents; malpractice as in medical-legal, accounting, or construction; wrongful termination; discrimination; harassment; and much more. Lawsuit funding is available in most states and can be a very beneficial source of funds. The fees charged by lawsuit loan companies can vary dramatically but it is usually best to stick with the larger companies, like Global Financial (http://www.glofin.com) because their larger volume of work allows for lower pricing. Usually a funding company will charge either a monthly fee or a flat fee depending on the risk associated with the claim. Claimants should ask themselves one question before applying for a cash advance against their pending claim; will the advance received pay the immediate and necessary living expenses? A cash advance should be accepted only if the answer is yes. If the answer is no then it might be wise to hold off and wait before applying for a lawsuit loan or cash advance against a pending claim. In addition, a lawsuit loan may be a very important tool when the defendants insurance carrier decides to make a lowball offer for settlement in the claim. The claimant can then use a lawsuit loan as a financial tool to say no to the lowball offer and have the financial strength to wait for a higher and fairer settlement. If a plaintiff takes a cash advance against the pending legal claim and the claim is then unsuccessful, the plaintiff gets to keep the money that was advanced. Thus the cash advance guarantees that the claim will be financially successful either by way of the cash advance or by way of settlement or judgment. Most of the companies advance clients and attorneys the funds they may need while their cases are pending. This can eliminate any uncomfortable ethical questions between the client and the attorney. Companies allow the attorney to complete his or her case strategy, helping to avoid early and less profitable settlements. Some companies assess the qualifications of the case within 48 hours after receipt of the required case file material. If approved, the check is often sent the very next day. [http://www.e-lawsuitloans.com]Lawsuit Loans provides detailed information about lawsuit loans, lawsuit loan companies, lawsuit loan services and more. Lawsuit Loans is affiliated with [http://www.viaticalsettlement-web.com]Viatical Life Settlement. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kevin_Stith http://EzineArticles.com/?Loans-for-Pending-Lawsuits&id=131261 ambien cr better than lunestar online prescription for ambien buy ambien online without a prescription zolpidem tartrate controlled drug

The Perfect Yellow Roses for Your Home or Garden

Sunday, February 24th, 2008

By Ken Austin Yellow roses are beauties, arent they? Dont they look beautiful on a sunny morning? Yellow roses say spring just their look and color. The yellow rose, while somewhat rare in its natural habitat, is becoming a popular item in the floral shop. Yellow roses might be what you are looking for, and if so, there are several ways to find the perfect yellow rose for your home or garden. Yellow roses are one of a number of different colored roses that are available in garden centers and even discount department stores. But, there are so many varieties to choose from that you shouldn’t limit yourself to whatever those places have on hand. Check out your local garden center for an idea of what they offer, but then explore the yellow rose varieties online as well. It is not a difficult task to find rose distributors who are able to supply yellow roses to the average customer. And, in doing so, you allow yourself to have many choices at your fingertips! To find a distributor of yellow roses, simply use any major search engine like Yahoo or Google and type that phrase in. Hit go and you’ve got at your fingertips a wide selection of choices. Begin your search by comparing color, size, hardiness, and even price. Once you know what you want, try a couple of different places to find just the right characteristics and features available. With the Internet as a tool, it is easy to see how you can accomplish this in just a few minutes. Remember to take into consideration the type of soil you will use, the surrounding area where you will plant the yellow rose, the amount of sun it will receive, and the temperatures it can tolerate. With all that said, finding gorgeous yellow roses isn’t too bad of a task at all. Ken Austin is the webmaster at two sites related to Roses and Rose Gardening and Gardening Tips and Tools. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ken_Austin http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Perfect-Yellow-Roses-for-Your-Home-or-Garden&id=17412 lorazepam side effects ambien cause hallucinations cheapest ambien zolpidem generic ambien

Travel Back In Time: Create Simple Bath Products the Way Your Grandmother Probably Did

Thursday, February 21st, 2008

By Suzanne Lieurance Ever wonder what your grandmother (or great grandmother) did to make her bath extra special before the days of whirlpool tubs and Jacuzzis? If you ask her, shell probably tell you about bath salts and other lovely scented products that are easy and inexpensive to make. You and your friends will want to try all three of the recipes that follow. But if youre younger than nine or ten, youll probably need to ask Mom or Dad for some help. BATH SALTS 1 cup Epsom salts (available at drug stores) A few drops of Food coloring (use the kind in plastic bottles so you can squeeze out a few drops at a time) A few drops of Essential oil (found in crafts stores; sometimes called potpourri oil) Ceramic bowl (not plastic, since it will absorb the scent of the essential oil) A Large Spoon Pipette or eye dropper (found in drug stores) DIRECTIONS: 1) Pour one cup of salts into the ceramic bowl. 2) Add a few drops of food coloring to the mixture. 3) Stir well until blended. 4) Use the pipette or eye dropper to add several drops of your favorite essential oil. 5) Stir to blend. FOR PACKAGING: Pour the salts into a jar and tie on a bow and youve got a lovely gift for a favorite teacher, a good friend, or even for your mother or grandmother. Attach a small card which reads: Bath Salts - add one to two tablespoons to water as tub fills for a relaxing soak. When you find youve created enough bath salts to fill a swimming pool, try this other simple product thats even more soothing in the bath. BATH GRAINS 1 cup Epsom Salts A few drops of food coloring A few drops of any essential oil One to two tablespoons of baking soda DIRECTIONS: Mix everything the same as you did for the bath salts, adding the baking soda last. Bath Grains have a much finer texture than plain Bath Salts, but the mixture will harden if not used right away. Again, use two to three tablespoons per bath. FOR PACKAGING: Use a wide-mouthed jar or any container you can scoop into, or tap against the side of the tub, to loosen the grains. Another easy bath product youll enjoy making by yourself, or with friends, is an old-fashioned milk bath. OLD-FASHIONED MILK BATH 1 cup of Epsom salts A few drops of Food coloring A few drops of any Essential oil A few tablespoons of powdered milk DIRECTIONS: Again, mix the same as for Bath Salts, just add the powdered milk last, making sure you dont add too much powdered milk or the mixture will end up smelling like baby formula. Peach or strawberry oils work well for milk baths, but try other oils to see what pleases you the most. FOR PACKAGING: Select the same kind of container or jar as for the bath grains. Add a few tablespoons to the tub for a glorious, skin-softening soak. When youve finished experimenting with all these products, not only will you find youve created some lovely gifts for the holidays, youll also notice your whole house smells wonderful! And, if youre lucky enough to have a bathroom with an old clawfoot tub like grandma used to have, you can even travel back in time with an old-fashioned soak yourself. Suzanne Lieurance is a freelance writer, children’s author, and owner of the Three Angels Gourmet Co. which offers a unique line of “heavenly gourmet mixes” for sale at http://www.threeangelsgourmet.com and through gift shops and gourmet food stores across the country. Find out more about her children’s books at http://www.suzannelieurance.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Suzanne_Lieurance http://EzineArticles.com/?Travel-Back-In-Time:-Create-Simple-Bath-Products-the-Way-Your-Grandmother-Probably-Did&id=78474 dragon pharmacy phentermine ordering phentermine online buy phentermine diet pill phentermine no prescription required

Public Education Is In Danger

Saturday, February 16th, 2008

By Sharon White Historically public education funding by government had its peak after the Second World War when both UK and US were in need in high-educated mass with broad knowledge in international politics, history, psychology, literature, anthropology etc. Both UK and US governments funded public universities and covered more than eighty percent of higher education tuition fees. Higher education mobilization was required to be political and social leaders in global society. Although such mobilization was in need as a political driving force it has very effective consequences. Natural science, humanities, academic science, technologies and innovations had tremendously developed in society. Thus, public education sector had proved its necessity and effectiveness. However, for the last few decades it has been noticed that government funding of public education is being considerably cut. While the UK government funding in grants is still a vital and significant part of the country education system the US is practicing now what is called economic demand. The most marketable and prestigious subjects such as law, business administration, economics and engineering are offered to study for such a high fee which could hardly be affordable for most of students. Classic sciences are not in need either of society or government.Another negative aspect of government funding in public education is public universities financial crisis. Having been almost completely granted by the government for years they are not facing the trouble of surviving. Public universities in the US now have nothing to do but increase their tuition fees which, in turn, make them less accessible for poor. Thus, public universities have become equal to private institutions where just a few families can send their children to study. Now high tuition fees at the US public universities take more than 25 percent of the income of families with low income. It means that such families would prefer their children to study the sciences which will market students best. Thus, broad and basic sciences such as history and literature are not in need. The worst thing is that the need of broad and basic knowledge has always existed, and global development of modern economy would require such knowledge in recent future. The poor government policy regarding public education funding is now seen as the real threat for higher education availability, and the word public would lose its real meaning and be replaced by private one in the nearest future. The considerable increase of government grants and public universities financial support will definitely revive public education system which had proved its success and huge benefit for society and its country. The article was produced by the member of masterpapers.com. Sharon White is a senior writer and writers consultant at term papers. Get some useful tips for thesis and buy term papers . Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Sharon_White http://EzineArticles.com/?Public-Education-Is-In-Danger&id=302042 phentermine no prescription mastercard phentermine diet pills no prescription order phentermine with mastercard phentermine pills no prescription

All Souls’ Day: Unbiblical, Mere Invention, and Money-Making Festival

Friday, February 15th, 2008

By Sustines Laplana I was serving the Roman Catholic Church, particularly the St. Augustine Parish, Diocese of Surigao del Sur (Philippines) as a Sacristan from 1985 to 1991, and as Sacristan Mayor from 1991 - 1993. And during those times, the observance of the All Souls’ Day was one of the busiest days for me. I was the one who prepared things which would be used in the celebration of Mass held in one cemetry to another. When everything was done, I felt the happiness, the joy which strengthen my tired body, for I believed that what I did glorified God. But when I discovered the truth recorded on the Bible, regret filled my heart. I was really sorry for my self for wasting my strength, my time and my life doing those vain things in front of God. To let you know, never in the bible that All Souls Day mentioned and was observed by the first century Christian. Christ never taught doctrines behind this festival. The observance of All Souls’ Day is actually based on the invented doctrine of the roman Catholic church on Purgatory.”All souls’ Day, in the Roman Catholic Church, a day for commemoration of all the faithful departed, those baptized Christian who are believed to be in purgatory because they have died with the guilt of lesser sins on their souls, celebrated on Novermber 2 or November 3 if November 2 is Sunday…” (The New Encyclopeadia Britannica, Micropeadia, 15th Ed., s.v. ‘All Souls’ Day’)And those said souls in purgatory have nothing to do for themselves to shorten their sufferings:”The poor souls in purgatory cannot do anything for themselves to shorten their suffering. But Christ, their Redeemer, is always speaking to the Father for them, and Mary and the other Saints are also praying through Christ and with Christ.” (A Catholic Catechism, p. 337)So Christ, Mary and the other Catholic Saints, according to the Catholic Catechism, are praying for the souls in purgatory. And not only that, the living should help those souls in purgatory too:”We should be generous in helping the poor souls in purgatory, who long for God. The best thing we can do for them is to have Masses offered for them. The church puts no limit to the time during which we may pray or offer Masses for the suffering souls in purgatory. If we cannot have a Mass said, we should at least hear Masses for our dead departed. If God so wiulled, a single Mass could release all the souls in purgatory. We should offer Masses especially on All Souls’ day and on the anniversary of the death of our relatives and friends.” (My Catholic Faith by Louis LaRavoire Morrow, D.D., p. 258)That’s why Catholics observe the All Souls’ Day to help the souls that are suffering in purgatory. But what is purgatory? According to the book “A Handbook of the Catholic Faith”, purgatory was derived from the word ‘purgatoin’:”The word Purgatory is derived from purgation, which means purification as well as penance. It is consequently a state which purifies and cleanses the souls as with fire.” (p. 460)Catholic authorities are teaching this doctrine to the Catholic Church eventhough they do know that purgatory is not written in the Bible.”Scriptures and Christian tradition undoubtedly affirm that heaven and hell exist, but what about that mysterious ‘third state’ that Catholics and some other Christias call ‘purgatory’. The term itself is not found in the Bible…” (Catholic and Christian, by Allan Sckreck, p. 195)The purgatory doctrine is based only on men’s tradition:”THE IDEA OF PURGATORY finds its roots in buddhism and other ancient religious system, long before the existence of the Roman Catholic Church. Evidences of its introduction in Christian thought are found in some of the writings of the early church Fathers, as far back as the third and fourth centuries of the Christian era, but it had no officially recognized place until the time of Gregory I.” (Roman Catholism in the Light of Scriptures, p. 107)Since this doctrine is not coming from Christ nor from the Apostles but from the tradition of men, we should condemn it because the Bible said so:7 And in vain they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.[a] 8 For laying aside the commandment of God, you hold the tradition of men[b]the washing of pitchers and cups, and many other such things you do. 9 He said to them, All too well you reject the commandment of God, that you may keep your tradition. (Mark 7:7-9, NKJV)The Roman Catholic Church couldn’t condemn the doctrine of purgatory that they invented because through it they will earn much. The Bible, of course, know about this “Merchandise of Souls” of the Roman Catholic Church: 11 And the merchants of the earth will weep and mourn over her, for no one buys their merchandise anymore: 12 merchandise of gold and silver, precious stones and pearls, fine linen and purple, silk and scarlet, every kind of citron wood, every kind of object of ivory, every kind of object of most precious wood, bronze, iron, and marble; 13 and cinnamon and incense, fragrant oil and frankincense, wine and oil, fine flour and wheat, cattle and sheep, horses and chariots, and bodies and souls of men. (Revelation 18:11-13, ibid)This “Merchandising of Souls” is done through the marriage of Purgatory and Mass doctrines:”Purgatory had been invented by Rome in A.D. 593 but it remained a very unpopular doctrine for many centuries. When Mass came into being however, these two innovations of the roman Church became inseparably connected with each other. The question came up in Roman circles: ‘Can Mass of an alleged infinite spiritual value deliver the Souls in Purgatory?’ The Pope soon accepted this new idea and the Mass imposture in connection with Purgatory was born. Today our readers know what a financial success the marriage of Mass and Purgatory has been. There is not a single product in the world today that has been more successful financially than these two religious doctrines, Mass and Purgatory.” (I Was A Priest, by Lucien Vinet, p. 43-44)This money-making doctrines became successful because all Catholics are told to help the poor souls in Purgatory by offering Masses for them, especially on All Souls’ Day:”We should be generous in helping the poor souls in purgatory, who long for God. The best thing we can do for them is to have Masses offered for them. The church puts no limit to the time during which we may pray or offer Masses for the suffering souls in purgatory. If we cannot have a Mass said, we should at least hear Masses for our dead departed. If God so wiulled, a single Mass could release all the souls in purgatory. We should offer Masses especially on All Souls’ day and on the anniversary of the death of our relatives and friends.” (My Catholic Faith by Louis LaRavoire Morrow, D.D., p. 258)So, on November 2 or November 3, the Roman Catholic Church will again gain much money as Traders of Souls, merchandising the lost souls. About the Author: Sustines E. Laplana (SELaplana: http://www.selaplana.com ) is the first Pinoy Blogger and EMarketer in Southern Leyte, Philippines who blogs on Technology, Society and Reviews/Promotions of products and owns the Cellphones For Sale blog ( http://cellphones-for-sale.blogspot.com ). Writing articles is his passion. And writing religious articles is his love, so that everyone will learn the truth taught by the Bible. 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