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Food & Drink > Breads, Grains, Pasta & Rice The tradition and history of Irish soda bread: 1 of 7
If you come from an Irish heritage, your grandmother will likely say, "If it has raisins in it, it's not real Irish soda bread, it's called "Spotted Dog." Further, and she may be a bit snitty about it, if it has eggs, sugar, baking powder or shortening, it's called cake not soda bread. As well, these comments are a clue that... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips The benefits of circuit training: 1 of 7
Circuit Training is an exercise program which simultaneously develops cardiovascular and strength fitness. A circuit series is comprised of a group of exercises done in succession, using different muscle groups, with very short rest periods in between. The two main attractions to this form of exercise structure is the lack o... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) A brief history of Bastille Day: 4 of 27
Freedom! That is what the hearts of the French were screaming the day they stormed Bastille, the location of a famous prison. It wasn't entirely about the fourteen prisoners they released, but the act symbolized their unwillingness to allow the monarchy's absolute oppression in their lives any longer. July 14 is Fete Nationa... More..
Business > Entrepreneurship (Other) Best franchises for women: 6 of 36
Entrepreneurial women are not new to the business world, but women choosing franchises are becoming so prevalent that franchise businesses specifically marketed towards women is growing in leaps and bounds. The business world is starting to realize they have talents and abilities specifically geared towards running a success... More..
Sciences > Zoology Why some birds have bright-colored feathers: 2 of 12
The bright feathers of a blue bird or the red of the cardinal, the wings of a red-winged blackbird and the plumage of a peacock, they all catch our eye. They also get the attention of the female gender of their same species. It is primarily the males that we notice with their bright-colored feathers. This segment of the bird... More..
Sciences > Zoology The reason why only female mosquitoes suck blood: 2 of 12
The mosquito is a species that has changed very little since primitive times. It's true that only female mosquitoes suck blood, but it is not their main food. Nectar from flowers is the main diet of this insect. Females suck blood only to provide the food needed for healthy, fertile eggs. When she lands on a human or other a... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to find a focal point in a room: 2 of 12
The focal point of a room is the first place your eyes go when you enter. Most often, it is the fireplace or an architectural detail that makes it easy to create a room around. But, what if your room has no defining factor? Then, you have to create a focal point with something so spectacular that anyone entering the room wil... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to clean an oriental rug: 1 of 6
Oriental Rug Cleaning Guide An oriental rug is a lifetime investment, perhaps, even an heirloom that will be handed down to the next generation. It's important to stress the importance of keeping it as clean as possible between full carpet cleanings. The best way to keep your oriental rug clean is to keep street shoes off of... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Biography: Betty Crocker: 2 of 11
The name Betty Crocker, for most of us, brings to mind our first baking experiences in the kitchen with mom. She's been in our lives for a long time, synonymous with "comfort food." Betty Crocker's face on the front of the box always gave you a measure of confidence as if she was almost there guiding you through the steps to... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Planning a garden for profit: 2 of 10
Growing a garden for profit starts with a good plan. One that is organized, thought out and executed well. First consider the size of your growing location. It could be a small farm or just a back yard venture. Estimating how much and what kind of product you will grow, where you will sell and how you will let the world know... More..