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Entertainment > Music Business Music file-sharing: An artist's perspective: 3 of 15
I read Brandon Caylor's article, and while I respect their view on file-sharing, I have to point out that bands like Metallica (which is a phenomenal talent) are somehow reduced by having their music freely available. I saw them in concert, and would absolutely expect to pay for their music. People go out specifically to buy... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Amazing desserts: 33 of 147
This is a cholesterol-free 'vegan' Tiramisu-inspired tofu cheesecake, which serves up to 8. This recipe is made using a slow cooker (crock pot). Boiling water, as needed CRUST 1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (vegan style) 1/4 cup non-hydrogenated margarine, melted CAKE 8 ounces tofu cream cheese 8 ounce silken tofu, draine... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Vegetarian recipes: 23 of 91
Here is a vegetarian version of Paella. This is cooked in a slow cooker (crock pot) and serves 4-6. Be sure to wait to add the rice until the last hour of cooking. Bon appetit! 2 Tbls olive oil 1 medium-size yellow onion, chopped 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and diced 4 ounces green beans, ends trimmed and cut into 1-in... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Dishes for students on a tight budget: 17 of 63
I know a lot of students that are vegetarian/vegan - and it can be expensive trying to add variety to this type of diet. Here is a recipe for Seitan from scratch. This is made using a slow cooker (crock pot), and makes about 2 lbs. 1 large carrot, cut into 2 inch chunks 1 large yellow onion, quartered 3 garlic cloves, crushe... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: St. Patrick's Day: 7 of 25
Here is a wonderful dessert idea, called 'Leprechaun pie'. It can be flavored with vanilla or mint, and is delicious either way. This recipe serves 6-8. Ingredients: * 5 squares (1-oz./28g each) white chocolate * 1/4 cup (50mL) whipping cream * 4 oz. (125g) cream cheese, softened * 1/2 tsp. (2mL) liquid green food coloring *... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: BBQ favorites: 9 of 32
Here is a good 'vegetarian' BBQ recipe, although, you could probably brown some meat and add that instead. With the potatoes, you can either leave the skins on or not - if you leave the skins on, make sure to scrub them well before using. This recipe uses a slow cooker (crock pot). 2 Tbls olive oil 1 large yellow onion, cut ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Racism or double standard?: 12 of 39
I hope everyone recognizes that this is a case of 'old school white guy' - I'm not interested in name-calling, and I guess that is something along the lines of labeling - but holy cow - I sighed a sigh of frustration when I heard the 'verbal diarrhea' escaping his lips! Women (and men for that matter) should step back and fe... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette Dining out etiquette: How to behave stylishly at restaurants: 9 of 29
One important thing I would like to add, is that when you have decided to dine out at a popular/busy restaurant, expect that you may have to wait in line for a long time. It doesn't help the situation - or anyone's mood - to become angry or irate. If by some fluke you are moved up in line due to your inappropriate behavior, ... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Mashed potatoes: 10 of 32
Here is a good recipe for mashed potatoes which includes sweet potatoes, making it an good option to serve for guests that may not wish to eat potatoes sweetened with marshmellows. This serves approx 6 to 8. 3 1/2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon salt, divided 1 (29-ounce) can sweet pota... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Paving the way to end homelessness: 5 of 15

What can be done about homelessness? So many people are living on the street, and it seems that it should be a basic human right to have a roof over one's head. It's such a shame to hear so many people say that the problem of homelessness is not their problem - but since we are all living here on earth, surely all of the pro... More..