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Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life Big Bang or Big Man: How in the heck did we get here?: 32 of 92
We are here because of Big Man. However, I find the choice of words "Big Man" to describe the Almighty God and Creator a little demeaning, for we were made in Almighty God's image, not the other way around. However, since there are many who want to deny the existence of God, I will refer to "Big Man" as "The Almighty Creator... More..
Society & Lifestyle > African-American Issues Is affirmative action fair?: 12 of 34
Over the years, I have heard people talk about affirmative action. Some people are saying that it is not right and should be eliminated. To be truthful, affirmative action is fair when done properly. Affirmation action is all about correcting a situation that was created by the forefathers of many who now complain that it is... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Why we say yes when we want to say no: 12 of 33
The main reason is peer pressure. Our peers can be a powerful influence on the choices we make in life. We would like to believe that we are resistant to such pressure, but as social beings we sometimes agree to things to gain the approval of others. For example, a young girl who is a virgin might agree to have sex with her ... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips If you only have one computer, should you choose a desktop or a laptop?: 19 of 52
When trying to decide which type of computer you should choose, you have to think long term. Some people are only focused on the price and want the least expensive choice. As a result, they might say that a desktop is best if you only have one computer. The truth is the desktop is cheaper for the same options. Some of the le... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Family vacation on a budget: 11 of 30
These days, times can be difficult. Since price of gas increased, the rippling effects have been felt by all in many different ways. It may seem that having a great vacation is not as easy as it once was. Here are a few tips so to have a good vacation without breaking the bank. *For a day outing at the park/fair/beach, the f... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Time: 283 of 759
Time Haiku Tick tock tick tock tick Time passes by so quickly Grab hold of life's reins More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pain in life: 228 of 594
happy, cheery, glowing loving couple hand in hand on top of the world GONE IN AN INSTANCE hear the screams, feel the pain coldness, darkness, sadness deathly silence what happened? indifferent,careless, selfish drunk driver More..
Food & Drink > Diet, Health & Organic Foods Which is more important when it comes to health food: Taste or nutrition?: 16 of 41
Have you ever heard that "it tastes so bad, it must be good for you"? There is definitely a stigma that health food must taste badly if it is to be good for you. Therefore, when it comes to health food, taste is more important. Since it is health food, it is safe to assume that the food meets certain requirements to be consi... More..
Arts & Humanities > Making Art Creating a lasting message through artwork: 6 of 15
Artists use oil paints instead of tempura for several reasons. Tempera, ground pigment with diluted egg yolk, produced a thin, tough coat, which dried quickly. Plus the coloring of tempura can be flat. The hues are not always well blended either. When oil was substituted for egg yolk, artists has a slow drying medium. The fa... More..
Local Guides > Atlanta Guide to the best attractions in Atlanta: 2 of 5
Years ago I did not really appreciate all that was available in Atlanta. Years ago people called it the New York City of the south. That turned me off. If I wanted to go to New York, I would go to the real New York and not a substitute. Atlanta Georgia has so much to offer. Atlanta is also a great place to take the family on... More..