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Hello everyone, I'm a happily married 24 year old. I have no children, but I do have a dog. I'm in the US military and I am pursuing a graduate degree. I stumbled across this website accidentally and I am enjoying the community. I enjoy travel and have seen

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Politics, News & Issues > Politics in the Middle & Near East Are the Palestinians or Israelis causing most of the unrest in Gaza?: 2 of 17
Ignore the news and look at the facts (not opinions) - the Palestinians are to blame!The Palestinians have a right to be angry. They allowed the Jewish people to migrate into Israel and worship freely only to have their land be taken from them and declared a Jewish state. However, the Israeli government has never once said "y... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Terrorism Why it is important to remember the 9/11 terrorism attacks: 13 of 96
I was 11 years old when I walked in and saw my father crying. It was the day after the first world trade center attack and he had just received the news that my cousin was killed.Let us fast forward to Sept 11 2001. I was 19 then and I remember coming home from a college course to see my parents and my aunt glued to the telev... More..
Politics, News & Issues > People in the News Will O.J. Simpson go to jail this time?: 6 of 27
Will O.J. Simpson go to jail this time? If there is anything our justice system as taught us then historically the answer is obvious not a chance in hell.There is a formula for deciding the probability you will go to jail regardless of how guilty you are; however, first you will have to answer some questions: Are you a celebr... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > After School Should parents raise their children without television?: 78 of 305
Television (like anything else) has its advantages and disadvantages. Television in excess can be disadvantageous towards a child's growth and well being; however, the television of today can be more advantageous towards a child's development than raising your child without television. This is true only when proper tools are... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Good magic tricks for beginning magicians: 2 of 7
If you are a beginner magician you should learn the first rule of magic, never show the trick a second time to the same person no matter how much they beg. A trick is special because it appears to be magical, if you know how it is done it becomes much less. With this in mind I will reveal some great magic tricks that anyone c... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should smoking be allowed in public places?: 103 of 313
I DO NOT SMOKE! I just thought that I would put that out there before I explain why I think smoking should be allowed in public places.Let's just say that you are hosting a party and you have a group of friends over. In most cases, there are going to be some people who smoke. Now it is likely that you would prefer that they d... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community World of Warcraft: Is it a waste of time?: 12 of 32
World of Warcraft has become one of the most popular games of all time. This game is an entertaining pastime where individuals can unite with friends (many of whom they have never met) and amass themselves into a highly addicting and ultimately rewarding experience. Unfortunately, World of Warcraft is so addicting to some in... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories Which video game console is better: PlayStation 3 or Wii?: 24 of 56
For years we were stuck with so much of the same thing. Gamers were treated to the same experience with better graphics or a different storyline; however, there comes a point in a gamer's life when he or she cannot keep up with those who have less responsibilities and can play a game all day every day. There always existed a ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews PC game review: Rumble fighter: 1 of 2
Rumble fighter is a free online fighting game for the PC which can be downloaded at www.ogplanet.com For a free game, rumble fighter is as good as they get: intense battles, stylish anime graphics, a smooth frame rate and great playability. Players can choose from one of four classes initially (ranging from a striker to a s... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Mastering the crane game: 1 of 1
We have all seen it. As we are eating a meal at our favorite restaurant you see a 5 year old kid plucking toys out of a crane game machine. You look astonished as the kid makes it look so easy. You have some change left over after paying for your meal; you plop in 50 cents and are unsuccessful at winning anything. How did the... More..