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Style & Beauty > Skin & Body (Other) How safe are tanning booths?

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It seems that everyone has a different excuse for tanning indoors. "I'm addicted." "I look so much healthier with a tan." "It's relaxing." "I don't have the time to lie out in the sun." Everyone has their own reasons for wanting that bronze glow. Is it a good choice to use tanning beds? The cons definitely outweigh the pros ... More..

Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Death of a horse

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In 1998, pregnant with my one and only child, I received a phone call. My veterinarian had just spoken to the local Sheriff's department. The Sheriff needed some help with an animal neglect call. My vet knew just who to call. The next day I was on my way to a farm in my old neck of the woods. On the way, my kind vet decided ... More..

Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: How I found my perfect pet, by accident

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In 1990, I was a typical college student. Living in a small apartment with a roommate, eating grilled cheese sandwiches with ketchup (as a filler), broke, lonely from being away from the comforts of home. I've had animals my entire life and here, at college, I realized that that is what was missing. I needed a companion. I p... More..

Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Old English Mastiff

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The Mighty Mastiff Whenever my dog and I take a stroll, there are always a ton of questions from very curious people. Everybody loves dogs, right? It seems nobody can resist a large, soulful looking dog meandering lethargically around at the end of a leash. Truly, I welcome all the questions, no matter how silly the question... More..

Sports & Recreation > Winter Sports (Other) Guide to snocross terminology

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Every different sport has a language of their own. If you don't participate in the sport, you are left wondering what on earth they are talking about. You can't engage in conversation because to you, it's as though the sport enthusiasts are talking Greek. Snocross is no different. I'm a former Snocross racer on both the regi... More..

Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to choose the best name for your pet

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You bring a new pet home. Now it's time for the name. Most people wait a few days before choosing this life-long name. At times, animals do funny things that sparks a few ideas for their name. Others, right from the beginning, have unusual quirks or traits that will help develop a name. Looking back at the animals that have ... More..

Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Tips for shopping with your preteen boy

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Shopping is not one of my favorite activities to begin with. I compare it to the Running of the Bulls in Spain. Throw in having to shop with my indecisive pre-teenage boy and the bulls in Spain look pretty good. I've tried several different approaches. Along the way, I've learned a few things. Always eat a big breakfast befo... More..

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2. Reflections: Death of a horse
3. Testimonies: How I found my perfect pet, by accident
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6. How safe are tanning booths?
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