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Sciences > Zoology A look at the lifecycle of a jellyfish: 1 of 17
What comes first, the medusa or the planula? You'd have to go back about 600 million years ago (give or take 50 million) to find out. As it stands now the jellyfish have a cycle like all living creatures and their drive to reproduce sustains their species. Where the circle ends and begins, no one really knows. These creature... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: What is your favorite animal and why: 2 of 30
Dogs are my favorite animal without a doubt. I am surrounded by them and I can't get enough. If I see one on a walk I want to greet it. If I see a person with a happy dog I tend to think better of them. With four dogs in my household it would be sad if I couldn't choose dogs as my number one favorite animal of all time. Fort... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips Ideas for nutritious snacks: 1 of 15
A general rule to keep in mind while choosing a healthy snack is that the more natural it is the healthier it is. This rule only applies to the grocery store. Don't go and pick strange mushrooms from your yard and assume they'll do your body good. Eating right becomes simple if you break it down with this rule. All that food... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership What you need to consider before getting a pet: 6 of 89
If you're anything like me you want to offer a home to every animal you cross paths with. That cute rabbit in the pet store? That pregnant hamster your college roommate snuck into the dorms? The next door neighbor's unhappy dog? You might have a big heart but (if you're going to offer an animal a life home, stability and an ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training Training your dog yourself: 3 of 39
You may have decided to train your dog all by yourself to save money. You may have decided to train your dog all by yourself to save your sanity. Perhaps you have your own idea of exactly what you want from your dog or perhaps your home has special rules that just don't apply in a traditional obedience course. Whatever your ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Playing with Barbie dolls: 2 of 25
When I look back at my Barbie splattered past I can only laugh at all the strange things my sister and I did with our dolls. I remember clearly all the joy of anticipating a new addition to our barbie family, the disappointment at the duds, and the creative ways we worked around what our collections lacked. My older sister w... More..
Entertainment > Hollywood & Movie Industry Tips for beginning actors: 1 of 11
Everyone has to start someplace. Acting is a popular field so be prepared for a lot of competition. You can handle it if you keep your eyes on your goals and enjoy the ride. In general you're going to want to be humble, responsible and always alert to possible resume additions. Tips for beginners: 1)Start small. Everyone has... More..
Hobbies & Games > Board Games Tips for buying a board game as a gift: 1 of 11
Board games make great gifts. They're interactive, often education, fun, classic and not too personal. You can give a board game to anyone on your list if you put some thought into it. 1) Personality. This is very important. More important than anything else you'll consider when buying a board game. You don't want to give th... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Online video game reviews: Gravity Core: 1 of 11
Gravity Core was ultimately too challenging for me and not engaging enough to make up for it. This game slammed me repeatedly into walls, was hard to control (what an understatement) and nearly impossible to get to the next boring old level. I crashed so many times I couldn't believe they didn't suspend my license. But no, t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Ghosts & Paranormal Phenomena What makes a great ghost story?: 4 of 38
I love a good ghost story. My preference is the sort told in hushed voices in a dimly lit space. To me a great ghost story is more than just a tale of a spirit come to haunt the living. If you've ever tried to share one around the campfire you probably know just how hard it can be to spin a great one. Maybe you got halfway t... More..