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Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) How to judge great chili: 1 of 5
It's spectacular with grated cheddar cheese and raw onions on top. And don't forget the corn chips on the side or the saltines crumble on top. Besides all the trimmings you can add to a bowl of chili, the dish itself has to be great to begin with. The chili cook-off has become almost as traditional as apple pie and tailgate ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Children's Literature A look at Chris Van Allsburg's children's books: 1 of 5
Books by Chris Van Allsburg "On Christmas Eve, many years ago, I lay quietly in my bed. I did not rustle the sheets. I breathed slowly and silently. I was listening for a soundLate that night I did hear sounds, though not of ringing bells. From outside came the sounds of hissing steam and squeaking metal. I looked through my... More..
Arts & Humanities > Making Art How to perform airbrush artwork: 1 of 5
Today you can get airbrushed tattoos, airbrushed nails, even airbrushed tans. It's not just used to make those great fire streaks across cars or Harley gas tanks. It's the most popular artist venue, used from blemish cover up for models on magazine covers to book covers and CD covers. Airbrushing might be used for an entire ... More..
Sciences > Zoology Why marsupials are confined to Australia and South America: 1 of 5
Marsupials, commonly known as pouch animals, have a slow metabolism which works well within the warm climates of Australia and South America. Some scientists believe this is the reasoning behind their living location. Of course, there are other locations on earth with warm climates where marsupials do not exist. In order to ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Homemade healthy dog treats: 3 of 14
There's a secret ingredient you can add to your homemade dog treats that will increase the nutritional content and naturally preserve them. It's vitamin E. By adding just 2 capsules (400 IU each), to your recipe, your dog treats will last months longer. The nutritional value is as good for your dog as it is for you. It helps... More..
Sciences > Zoology Giant tortoises of the Galapagos Islands: 2 of 9
Can you imagine living 150 to 200 years as the giant Galapagos tortoise. These are the largest tortoises in the world and they weigh up to 660 pounds and four feet in length. Originally there were thirteen subspecies of this tortoise (Geochelone nigra) living on the Galapagos Islands. Today the numbers of this huge reptile h... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to write a story: 4 of 16
We probably all had to write a short story, as an assignment, at some time during our educational years. The first one we all remember was entitled, "What I Did On My Summer Vacation." It was supposed to be nonfiction, but I always wondered if they weren't elaborated upon, more or less. As an adult, if you are considering a ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Health concerns in Shar-Pei dogs: 1 of 4
The unique look of the Chinese Shar Pei puppy reminds you of a cuddly creature wrapped in a wrinkle of blankets. You want to pull him up into your arms, with his bear cub ears, and cuddle him, or maybe even take him home with you. And when a snip of his blue-black tongue reaches out to give you a doggy kiss, you are lost for... More..
Arts & Humanities > Making Art How to create a sand sculpture: 1 of 4
Sand sculptures have gone way beyond using a child's plastic bucket to form castles on a family beach outing. There are companies, Team Sandtastic, Sandemons, Sanding Ovations and more, who create unbelievable sand sculptures for shopping centers, conventions, fairs, festivals, theme parks and more. They can be ordered in ta... More..
Arts & Humanities > Artists & Artwork Native American art: The Miccosukee tribe of Florida: 1 of 4
Every scrap of fabric that is cut and sewn to form a quilt or piece of clothing requires a piece of the quilter's heart and soul much as a writer scripting words in a journal. So it is with the Miccosukee tribe of Florida. It's difficult to look past the bright hued fabric and unique style of patchwork and appliqus. With a l... More..