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I have been writing all my life in one form or another. Recently, I retired to a small village near the sea where I can relax and get on with it. At least that is the theory. It is such wonderful countryside here that I am out quite a lot, walking with my

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Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) Why don't more people give blood?: 15 of 17
The reasons for this can be very personal or simply a matter of marketing correctly. For many years I did not give blood because I had a real fear of passing on some of myself and hence my failings to other people. I dreaded that others would somehow inherit bad traits from my gift. It was silly, of course, but even although... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environment (Other) With so much water apparently available on the planet, how can there be so many shortages of drinking water?: 19 of 21
Over 70% of the Earth's surface comprises salt seawater that cannot be used as drinking water. Only 2.5% of water is fresh, and although it does not seem a lot, it is more than enough for everyone's needs. However it is not evenly distributed. Over 33% of the land mass is desert where there is little water and this is growin... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for adopting a stray pet: 98 of 102
Strays come to you so that you can give them the love and care they so badly need. Sometimes they have health problems and are in desperate need of an empathetic home. Sometimes, they are lost and you can reunite them with their family. Firstly, consider the practical issues. It may already have an owner. Take it to a vet an... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Vending machines as a small business: 7 of 7
It was a brilliant idea. The education authorities decided that they would no longer provide stationery for schoolchildren. A friend had the idea of installing vending machines in schools to sell them the stationery. He sourced a supply of reconditioned machines, and bought two. He filled the machines with stationery from a ... More..