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Sports & Recreation > Scuba Diving Tips for buying scuba diving equipment: 1 of 3
Using hire gear in any sport is surely a marketing tool to move you to buy your own equipment. It seems even more so with scuba diving, a sport where pieces of equipment go into your mouth. You can hope that the dive operator is fastidious about cleaning the gear or you can walk straight into a dive shop and start purchasing... More..
Arts & Humanities > American Literature Book reviews: Song of Solomon, by Toni Morrison: 1 of 3
Reading Toni Morrison's novel Song of Solomon' is like eating good chocolate, not to be rushed. Her poetic prose style can seem difficult but with thought and meditation reveals a story rich in characters and themes. Song of Solomon entwines the reader through a story of mystery, revelation and family through the character M... More..
Business > Trade Shows Trade shows: Managing shipping costs and logistics: 1 of 3
Trade show costs can blow out of the water if not managed properly. One area where money can be saved is in shipping costs. The logistics of moving props and decorations for booths can become involved and expensive as well as the possibility of getting damaged in shipping. Cut costs markedly by sourcing them from companies i... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Aspartame: An overview of the FDA health concerns: 4 of 11
When Aspartame first hit the market in the early 80's it was a dieter's dream. Two hundred times sweeter than sugar and literally calorie free when used in small amounts. As a sugar bowl sweetener it became branded as NutraSweet and Equal. Then in 1996 the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave it the all clear to be use... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Product reviews: Hollister clothing: 4 of 11
Hollister clothing is branding to the max. A California-style jeans, t-shirt and surf wear clothing range that is part of the Abercrombie and Fitch stable of clothing. The Hollister look is carefree and casual with an instant lived-in look similar to the Australian surf wear lines, Billabong and Roxy. What makes Hollister cl... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing for Success Spring cleaning for writers: Organize your office: 6 of 15
How to Spring Clean your Office in an Hour Organizing your office doesn't have to be a task of mammoth proportions that never gets finished. With the help of a timer, you can have your office sorted and ordered in an hour. Consider it a game of beat the clock. Grab a timer, some plastic bags to hold all the rubbish and a lau... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate How to avoid common newbie real estate investor mistakes: 4 of 10
Whether it's purely for financial gain or the purchase of your dream house, there's a certain amount of emotion that goes along with any real estate investment. Lesson one in avoiding mistakes as a newbie investor is don't let your heart rule your check book. The property may be exactly what you're looking for but don't beco... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Best places to find children's toys that are educational as well as fun: 4 of 10
Walking the aisles of a toy shop is a good place to start when looking for educational toys that are also fun for kids. At the larger chain stores like Toys R Us you will find educational toys in the Toddler and Pre-school toy area but it can be overwhelming. Check their stock by browsing on-line and compare their prices to ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays Creative ways to celebrate your children's birthdays without giving a birthday party: 16 of 38
Celebrate with a bit of culture, it can often work out less expensive than giving a birthday party. Tickets to shows like Cirque du Soleil, the Lion King, the Ballet, Disney on Ice or any stage show playing in your area is a great way to celebrate a child's birthday. Try to get tickets for a matinee as depending on the child... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss The lazy girl's guide to getting fit: 15 of 33
When the body is willing but your mind says, "Can't be bothered," you need the lazy girl's guide to getting fit. The workout that won't have you sweating, dieting or wearing a bikini 2 sizes smaller. No early morning run here, we lazy girls need a more gentle approach to exercise. Start with Alarm Reaches. Keeping your head ... More..