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About me - Laurence Newman

I was born in Johannesburg in the fifties and am a classic baby boomer.

I grew up in the northern suburbs of the city where I went to school and university.

During the political upheavals of the late seventies, I left South Africa and settled in the middle

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Relationships & Family > The Single Life Travel tips for singles: 7 of 16
I have always traveled alone. Being single has as many advantages as disadvantages. Today I am going to share some of my tips for those of you who dread making that foray into the wide, adventurous world of travel all by yourself. First of all you may be on your own, single, unattached, on the shelf, unwanted or preferring b... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Helpful holiday shopping hints: 7 of 15
Christmas is a time for giving. It is the eighth festive season of the twenty first century. Shopping has become a necessity. The number of people who have to be given gifts include business colleagues, family members, friends and any number of others who we may feel require them. The closer the twenty fifth looms, the more ... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Daily traditions that keep your life in balance: 7 of 14
Include these ten simple things in your daily routine and keep your life in balance: When you begin your day, list the most important things which you have to do in a diary. This will help to maintain your focus and keep order and balance in your life. Constantly refer back to your list and mark off what is done. There is gr... More..
Hobbies & Games > Beading & Jewelry Making Should a jewelry designer be required to reveal if stones are real or synthetic?: 17 of 27
As the retail manager of boutiques for top designer jewelers for the past quarter of a century, I am well qualified to point out: When you buy from a reputable jeweler, whether he is a designer or not, you are invariably offered a valuation certificate for insurance replacement or other purposes. This document will state exa... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Cats and dogs: How to understand pet noises and behavior: 6 of 9
What on earth does your cat mean when he opens his mouth, growls so loudly you dive for cover, and utters a yowl to end all yowls from the back of his throat? He means he's threatened, of course. There's another feline or canine on his territory. The only way to put an end to the fracas is by shooing the other animal off you... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections on real life heroes: 119 of 169
I admire the unsung hero, Colonel Philip J. Corso, now deceased. His book, The Day After Roswell, gives a detailed account of events that affected humanity more than any other in modern times and the direct role that he played in them. "What happened after Roswell, how we turned the extra terrestrials' technology against the... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization This too shall pass: How every obstacle hindering your way to success is subject to change: 68 of 94
Let us examine Mr. Donald Trump. He is, without doubt, the epitome of success. What about Mr. Bill Gates? Yes, successful, you will agree. How about Sir Richard Branson? Likewise, he is hugely successful, too. What then do these three powerful, iconic world famous entrepreneurs have in common? Failure! Yes, indeed, they were... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning Kitchens Best way to clean your refrigerator: 14 of 19
The best way to clean your refrigerator is to haul everything out and place it where it can be seen and assessed. Wear a nose peg or face mask, whichever seems more appropriate. Roll up your sleeves. Squeeze into your rubber gloves and, after a quick prayer, get to work. It is indeed a daunting task. I have yet to meet anybo... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Issues (Other) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) & heartburn: Symptoms and treatment: 14 of 18
This occurs when your stomach contents flow back to the esophagus. Constant reflux causes inflammation. It feels as if whatever you have eaten is being regurgitated. You will wake up vomiting and have a searing pain in your chest. Symptoms will not abate without treatment. You experience a hot feeling at the back of your bre... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) How I relax: My favorite hobbies: 136 of 174
After a really grueling day, I change into comfortable gear. Within minutes I am on my bed, comatose. By nightfall I am always tense. Stress renders me listless and pent up. Some seven or eight hours later, I am awake, refreshed and ready to relax. Normally it is only about two am. The rest of the world is still tucked up in... More..