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Hi - I am Les Scammell, a 50 plus (just) father of four girls all under five. We live in the SE corner of Queensland (Australia).

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Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements Vitamins and your health: 7 of 24
The term vitamin came about after researchers determined that health and wellness was determined by the various vital amines that were needed in ones diet. While not all vitamins are amines, they are organic molecules that are essential to the metabolism in all living creatures, humans included. Vitamins are natural substanc... More..
Relationships & Family > Parents The importance of a father for a child's development: 12 of 38
There's something special. Something significant between fathers and daughters and dads and daughters - but a dad-daughter relationship doesn't just happen. You may ask what is the difference between a father-daughter relationship and a dad-daughter relationship. Fathers tend to be a little more distant, often forced by sepa... More..
Arts & Humanities > Political Philosophy What is wrong with this world?: 39 of 123
What is wrong with this world - it would be quite glib to simply say: humans. We are however our own worst enemies. We could blame consumerism and capitalism; we could even blame religion and politicians; we could blame the males of the world, or, heaven forbid, the females. The truth is, they, and we, are all to blame. As a... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Common Baby Ailments Preventing and treating colic in babies: 2 of 6
Almost all infants suffer some kind of colic during their first six months. Sometimes it goes unnoticed and does not cause to much stress. At other times, it can lead to a baby that screams for hours on end leaving the parent tired, frustrated and even a little (or a lot) grumpy. What Is Colic In Babies? Colic should not be ... More..
Personal Finance > Loans (Other) What you need to know about loan modification: 1 of 3
The economic situation over the last 18 months has lead to a huge focus on housing. Following the implementation of the economic stimulus package, President Obama has taken steps towards laying out a plan to help homeowners stay in their homes and to help stave off foreclosures. One area that has been of concern is that of l... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: The rewards of owning a pet: 14 of 38
Do you remember the old saying, "A man's best friend is his dog." Not only is this true for man, but for a family as well. There are quite a few ways that having a pet can benefit your family. Inviting a cat, dog, goldfish or hamster into your family can be a wonderful experience for everyone involved. For children, it is a ... More..
Business > Starting a Business Purchasing a franchise: 3 of 8
Basically, everyone who has ever considered franchising, as a business opportunity understands that a McDonald's Hamburger franchise goes for a cool one million just to get the front door opened. Then the franchiser must also have money in the bank to ensure six months worth of rent and payroll, before the potential franchis... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childhood Development How to get your picky child to eat: 10 of 25
It is every mother's desire to see their children grow up healthy. Baby from birth to 4 months are fed either with breast milk or infant formula approved by the doctor. From 4 to 6 months onwards, solid food is gradually introduced as your baby's nutritional needs increases. Up to the stage when your baby grows to become a t... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope How to help your child control his/her temper: 8 of 20
The appearance of temper tantrums does not mean that your little one has turned into an unpleasant child. In fact, tantrums are an inevitable part of growing up. As toddlers leave babyhood behind, they want some control over their life. Now they are able to walk and run, their physical independence and natural curiosity freq... More..
Travel > Australia & South Pacific Australia: More than kangaroos and great beaches: 6 of 15
Gympie and the Cooloola Coast Gympie is one of the historical towns in Queensland. In fact Gympie has the reputation of being the town that saved Queensland from going bankrupt. What saved Queensland - why of course the one thing that sparked a boom in many nations during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries - Gold. In 1867 Jam... More..