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I'm just a guy in his late 20's trying to find his place in this world. I have two wonderful parents who have supported my unique take on life and encourage me to follow my dreams. Noah and Gavin, my two sons, are my pride and joy and I would do anything in

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Should fathers be able to opt out of parenthood?: 3 of 27
One of the country's most prideful attitudes is being able to use the self-adhering label of "The Free World". Equality would either be freedom's running mate or a close second in the race of what most Americans consider to be their inalienable rights. Although citizenship is supposed to entitle an American to these rights (a... More..
Hobbies & Games > Card Games Tips for playing blackjack: 1 of 6
"Player has Blackjack!"Cha-ching! Just thinking about hearing those words gives me the urge to go play a few hands. The hum of the slot machines singing to the tune of their own melody and hours of meaningless banter with fellow players can make for a profitable environment. There is, however, a right way and a wrong way to a... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance The importance of free hard-drive space: 2 of 8
"What are you saying? I can't use all my hard drive space?"A question any technician comes across at one time or another. If you aren't that familiar with computers, learning why 20% of your hard drive should be kept "free" will prevent future headaches and frustrations. Let's begin:Virtual MemoryWhat in the world is virtual ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews The best virtual role-playing games: 2 of 6
Role Playing Games, or RPG's, started to become popular in the 1970's from the creative minds of Gary Gygax and David Arneson in the form of Dungeon's & Dragon's. This phenomenon slowly set the stage for the Virtual RPG's that we have come to know today. But what makes one better than the other?While the traditional style of ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Are you really ready to move out of your parents' house?: 16 of 40
"As long as you live under my roof...""When you pay the bills, you can make the rules...""No you can't go...because I'm the parent and I said so.""Why can't you be more like...""You don't tell me what you are going to do, you ask...""...because nothing good happens after mid-night."Are you ready to move out yet?As a child, ou... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories Which video game system should you buy?: 8 of 18
Wow! Never have there been so many different options to choose from in the history of the video game console war. In this, now, seventh generation of gaming systems, the industries have almost shot off into their own tangents. And when deciding on which one to buy, you better know what each one is capable of.Nintendo WiiInter... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Online video game reviews: BubbleWorld: 8 of 17
Without knowing the age targeted for BubbleWorld, I can see this game loaded into every elementary school's home room computer for those fifteen-minute "good behavior" rewards children sometimes receive. The following review is based on just that in mind: (Grades K-5)Game Play 4 / 5Graphics 5 / 5Sound 3 / 5Creativity 4 / 5Inn... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Best Xbox 360 fighting games: 2 of 4
Since the days of Street Fighter, Killer Instinct, and Mortal Kombat, fighting games have gradually become more and more advanced with plenty of new content, improved looks, and extensive fighting styles. The X-Box 360's High Definition graphics bring a "life like" battle into your living room coupled with surround sound in D... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance Computer technical support horror stories: 7 of 12
Nobody wants to be caught looking at explicit materials on the computer, especially at work. Yet, most technicians have a story resembling some sort of awkward moment shared between them and a customer or client. But sharing that moment with the CEO?All you have to do is visit one site or open one spam e-mail and the flood ga... More..
Computers & Technology > Spyware & Adware How to prevent your PC from being infected with spyware: 25 of 41
So, you are infected again. And this time it's those sneaky spyware detections.Not to panic. Most of the time it's a non-threatening (though very annoying) text document that is stored in a local folder on your PC. This file collects and sends information to advertising businesses in order to try to place their product, so-to... More..