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I am 26 years old, male and (still) trying to make my way in the world. I am a graduate in computing and information systems, like to write, write music, and have a keen interest in cookery, spirituality, science, music and martial arts.

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Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values 10 things I hate about the world we live in: 14 of 273
So far, i have only counted about five of the things i hate about the world we live in, but please be assured that my explanations for these things will be just as valuable as everyone's ten.The first -IgnoranceTo some, ignorance is bliss. Alot of people are happy within their spheres of reality going about their business, ig... More..
Food & Drink > Sauce, Spread & Dip Recipes Recipes: Sweet-sauce: 1 of 4
Black Cherry Sauce (ideal with duck and pheasant)This sauce shows how a sweetness with tremendous flair and flavour can be used to complement game and similar tasting meats. Using a hote cuisine / a la carte approach, this sauce always goes down well in dinner parties and restaurants alike!(Approx 10 - 12 servings)You will ne... More..
Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: Orange chicken: 3 of 9
Another recipe that tastes amazing, and goes down very well at parties. Slightly Oriental in flavour, this recipe takes its influences from a variation of schools of thought, inclusive of French, and Caribbean sources. You will need: 1 carton of pure orange juice1 sprig rosemary2 sprigs fresh coriander1 clove of garlic2 turke... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit A basic guide to credit: 5 of 13
The Price of CreditIf we borrow on a credit card, how much are we actually paying for the privilege? We all see the various APR's advertised, but what does it actually mean? And are we paying far too much?If we were all eligible, we could go out and get a 0% APR credit card, spend, pay no interest, and then move the balance t... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Music is losing its 'depth': 27 of 69
I heartily agree. At the moment we are plagued on the radio stations by artists doing covers. Where has the originality gone?I am a big fan of music and like to hear new and original content. The odd cover every now and again is a wonderful refreshing ideal to old memories associated with that song. Sometimes covers versions ... More..
Computers & Technology > Web Design About affiliate programs: 2 of 4
There are literally hundreds of affiliate programs out there that are worth while joining whilst in fact there are only a handful of them you will have heard of. At one time the Internet literally boomed with affiliate and referral programs, and as a result of such many tycoons of the e-world decided to cash in on the scheme,... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Taking a look at electronic music as a genre: 1 of 2
Before i continue with my development of this article i will say this-i am slightly biased in my view of electronic music, since i am most fond of it.With that out of the way i will further elaborate my earliest experiences with electronic music. Indeed, as i was born in the early 1980's alot of electronic music at that time ... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Is fear keeping you single?: 25 of 49
In supposition, a relationship is a good learning experience. You get to learn about the feelings of others, how they affect you, and other people, and of course, how they affect the relationship you are in. One word could begin and end a relationship.People undergo many relationships, unclusive of plutonic, work related, sex... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Are people born gay?: 53 of 102
There are multitude of theories and speculations about the origins of homosexuality, and there is of course the scientific ideal that homosexuality, and leniences towards homosexuality in both males and females, is perhaps genetic.The ideal that homosexuality is genetic therefore raises many different speculations as to where... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) The Golden Compass: Is religious criticism warranted?: 12 of 22
Ideally, the whole fatigue of religious criticism to a fictional ideal such as the golden compass, is not a new one. It has happened over and over again - many religious viewpoints and ideals have attacked literature and media over the years. What makes the golden compass so different?The first thing that strikes me with the ... More..