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Other What is the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you?: 2 of 352
It truly was a fabulous time in my life. Having accepted my dream job, my family looked forward to our new lives in a town far from our New York roots. I headed west, alone, as my wife and children remained behind to finish emptying the house, expecting to join me in about a month. My new employer was very generous, giving me... More..
Autos > Buying Used Cars Keys to buying a used car: 1 of 8
Over the past 10 years, I have purchased 9 used cars and each of them, without exception, has been a winner.I used to only buy new but circumstance and the huge depreciation I had to endure led me to the used car market. My system is very simple and if you follow the rules, I have no doubt that you can find a great vehicle th... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Life: 81 of 343
Revenge really can be sweet. I experienced this for the first time, back in high school. Getting the opportunity to give some payback to a bully or nemesis can bring a smile to your face many years after your initial satisfaction. As a freshman, having recently moved, I was enrolled in a new school. As you might imagine, ther... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives Hillary Clinton's qualifications to be president: 13 of 51
I would like to express my thoughts on Hillary Clinton's qualities. Now that I've done that, I would like to next examine the qualities that a President should possess and show evidence as to how Hillary Clinton has absolutely none of them. I constantly hear it said that her eight years as a bystander, in the White House, som... More..
Education > Financing College Should students expect the government to help pay for college expenses?: 5 of 17
The costs of a college education, in this country, should not be, by any means, a responsibility of the federal government. I will have two children in college this coming fall and I have a good idea of what is involved in financing higher education. I've come to the conclusion that the very fact that the government now provi... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Shopping at the grocery store: 16 of 49
Let me start by saying I'm here because I was just looking for a topic to write about this afternoon and i stumbled across "Shopping at the grocery store". This is something I can relate to.I got into grocery shopping, in Chicago, back in 1993 when I lost my job and my wife had to go back to work to keep us afloat. Being in t... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Does the Federal Reserve control the US economy?: 5 of 14
The United States economy is the largest and most complex in the world. It is, with out question, the strongest and most stable system in history. That's why investors across the world find the U.S. to be the safest place to invest their money. The role that the Federal Reserve Bank plays in maintaining the economy is vital a... More..
Food & Drink > Restaurant Reviews Restaurant reviews: The Outback Steakhouse: 10 of 19
Let me tell you why I haven't been to an Outback Steakhouse in 14 years. I used to be a fairly frequent guest at my local Outback. The food was always good, service stood out and it was, I felt, a decent value. What happened to my family and I, during our last visit was enough to make me confident to say that I will never ent... More..
Pets & Animals > Cats (Other) Tips for finding a missing cat: 9 of 11
Losing one's cat is a horrible experience. It's especially hard to deal with when the kitty has spent its whole life indoors where, I think, their instincts dull and hence they have less of a chance of surviving outside. You call and call but there's no sign of the little guy. The pretty good news is that it's normal to not g... More..
Sports & Recreation > Boating & Sailing Yacht reviews: Westport 164: 4 of 4
When you approach the Westport 164, you are first enticed by her elegant lines. This tri-deck, the largest production yacht in the world, looks as if she were carved from a single stone, not crafted, but sculptured. But there's more. Something deeper. As she tugs gently at her dock lines you sense the heart of a champion. One... More..