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Arts & Humanities > Spanish Language Good websites for learning Spanish: 1 of 10
There are many sites where you can learn Spanish. Some offer free lessons, and others you have to pay for. http://www.lingolex.com is a good site, with many different activities, teaching Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and even links to interact with Spanish speakers.http://www.bbc.co.uk/languages/spanish/ appears to be a not b... More..
Sciences > Physics Alternative uses of microwaves: 1 of 6
Many flowers that can be dried successfully in a microwave - gerber daisies, roses, chrysanthemums, buttercups, cosmos, daffodils, tulips, daylilies, delphiniums, pansies, hollyhocks, hydrangeas, lilacs, and many others. Some of the flowers with thicker petals, such as magnolias and hyacinths are not advisable to dry in your ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Drug Laws & Prevention Mexico just legalized small amounts of marijuana: 3 of 17
I think it's high time marijuana is legalized. (no pun intended) I think this will solve many problems. Make it legal, tax it, and put age limits on legally buying it, just like alcohol and cigarettes are now. I mean, face facts, it's been around for years, always readily available, and that's while it has been illegal, so wh... More..
Arts & Humanities > Literature (Other) Readers share their favorite novels: 12 of 56
I have many favorite novels, including "Tales of Christmas" by Writers Across Canada Online, but I would have to say my all time favorite is "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck. We had to read this book in high school, oh so many years ago. I always hated when the teacher gave us reading assignments, as I was never interested i... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics How much water should be consumed in a day: 6 of 23
How much water you should drink a day is not really an easy question to answer, as not everybody has the same needs. Most dieticians and doctors would say you should drink between six and eight glasses of water a day. However, some people may require more than this for daily consumption. What is more important is that you are... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Tips for exercising even when you don't have time: 13 of 38
If time is an issue that stands in the way of you getting to the gym for a good workout, there are several things you can do to compensate. - If it's possible, try running your errands on foot or bicycle, rather than taking your car. You won't have the worry of having to find a parking spot either!- Park your car further from... More..
Business > Sales Earning strategies on eBay: 8 of 22
The best possible advice I can give for making money on eBay is to sell with integrity. Be sure to have precise measurements on your listings, so people know exactly what they are getting. There is nothing worse than ordering something from a picture, only to get it and find out it's way smaller or way larger than it looked i... More..
Travel > Canada The best places to hang out in Vancouver, BC: 2 of 5
Vancouver - the city of bridges is in my opinion one of the most beautiful cities in Canada! There is so much to see and do in Vancouver!Stanley Park is a huge must see! A bit of rainforest in the heart of the city! A main thoroughfare, which will take you over the spectacular Lions Gate Bridge divides this huge park into two... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothing Sizes & Fit Looking good in clothes even if you have a small chest: 2 of 4
Making the most of a small chest, the most important detail you want to address first is your choice of bra. There are so many sexy bras on the market today that help out every body. Consider buying an underwire padded bra, but choose one of the smoother styled ones, rather than one with an excess amount of lace, or seams acr... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care Preparation H for eye puffiness: 1 of 1
If you have a problem with puffy eyes, you need to think about what the problem is that is causing the puffiness. It could be an eye infection, and you may need to seek medical help. It could be that you're not drinking enough water, or not getting enough sleep, or perhaps you drank too much alcohol the night before. You need... More..