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I think of myself as a warrior, a clown, a poet and a mystic. I have sailed the rolling seas through a sudden tempest, flown solo through a thunderstorm, walked through the dark forest late at night, stood alone atop a Mayan temple as the sun quietly set

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Home & Garden > Plumbing Repairs Essential information to have before hiring a plumber: 3 of 14
Plumbers install, maintain and repair water systems. Mostly, they work on drinking water systems, but they also work on complex sewage, drainage and industrial systems. Before calling one, it's a good idea to be prepared. Here are some tips on hiring a plumber: 1. What's happening? You don't have to be an expert. Just think ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Food & Agriculture Bio-fuels: Are they worth producing?: 8 of 37
Are biofuels worth producing? Absolutely! In the long run, we simply have no choice if we want to thrive as a modern society. Why? The world runs on a limited supply of oil and petroleum by-products. The flow of oil could be drastically reduced at any moment. Gasoline prices and usage have been spiraling upward, out-of-contr... More..
Computers & Technology > Business & Office Software Software reviews: Turbotax Basic: 3 of 12
The month of April is often associated with people feeling confused, nervous and overwhelmed. The time of reckoning always strikes in the middle of Spring. It's time to do your taxes. This tradition shouldn't be scary, but it often is, simply because there's too much to know and so many ways to make a mistake. No one wants t... More..
Sports & Recreation > Boating & Sailing Cruise longer for less: Best ways to reduce fuel consumption: 2 of 7
Cruising around in your boat a great way to have a fun, pleasant and relaxing adventure. However, the cost of the go-juice is truly *exasperating*. Here are some ideas on how to save money and increase your cruising time, just by increasing your boat's fuel efficiency: Use the manufacturer's recommended fuel grade. Only get ... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness How to tell if a product is ergonomically sound: 2 of 7
Ever since the dawn of civilization, people have been striving to work smarter, not harder. There always seems to be a better way to do something. This better way is found through ergonomics. Ergonomic products are optimized for a typical person's usage. They meet the needs of a range of people, but maybe not for you. You ha... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Online video game reviews: KingMania: 2 of 7
Reasons to fight: historically, the game lists them as money, power, women or potatoes. Actually, the main reason just boils down to potatoes. Aye, the sky grew dark, so that the tater tots would grow no more... Well, at long last, here's a game worthy of fun-loving strategy and tactics gamers. The tutorial gets you primed f... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game review: Fishco, by Fugazo, Inc.: 6 of 20
When I first started up FishCo, I said WOW, I'm really going to like this. My prediction came true, but, admittedly, my perspective is somewhat biased. I've loved raising tropical fish for over 40 years. To me, this game rules! This might not be your kind of hobby; however, I suggest that you give it a try. FishCo will surpr... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Online video game reviews: Caribbean Hideaway: 3 of 10
You seek to carve out your own Caribbean island hideaway. Arr, you must fight to gather gold and fame to build your pirate's empire. A hundred booty-laden sea adventures await you. The short tutorial shows you everything you need to sail forward into the story, with each new level bringing different objectives for you to con... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Five things to consider when setting up deer stands: 10 of 33
You're a deer hunter. You know that real success is based upon knowing your target, the conditions of the terrain and how to blend in with your environment. You can succeed where others fail. Imagine this scenario... Pine forest. Early morning. Cold air. Breathe fogging. Soft light growing. Light wind whispering. Branches wa... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Online video game reviews: Darkside Arklight 2: 4 of 13
In deep space, the Krainian Empire has suddenly invaded, obliterating our outer mining territories, one by one. The ArkLight X-52 is your ship. Your duty is to bring the fight to the aliens. In this sci-fi shooter game, you maneuver across planetoid mining colonies, seeking out the terrifying enemy and destroying them, all t... More..