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Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts Memories: How I learned to knit: 2 of 24
I learned to knit when I was only seven and the process was much like everyone else follows when learning, one stitch at a time. The actual process of sitting down and learning how to knit from the technical aspect was not really any big deal, that was more or less a matter of watching and then mimicking. The memories I have ... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Choosing the right time to come out of the closet: 1 of 12
Choosing the right time to come out of the closet is neither an easy choice nor one which should be taken lightly. It is something that a person should treasure as all too often people are outed forcibly against their will leaving them with little or no control over the situation. It is important to note there is a tremendous... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball (Other) Baseball Hall of Fame: McGwire, Bonds & the 800 pound gorilla: 1 of 12
This time of year it never seems to fail that the great hall of fame debate begins. Who belongs? Who doesn't? This year Tony Gwynn is the one sure thing. Bet the ranch and kids college money. Mark McGwire...well that's a whole different situation. Big Mac thrilled us and provided great entertainment but at what cost? I admit ... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Topics to avoid in conversation during a first date: 2 of 22
It goes without saying you want a first date to be the best it possibly can, and while being able to talk in order to get to know each other is a key of a good first date there are topics you should avoid on the first date. This is not to say you can't talk about important things, it just means you should use common sense and... More..
Health & Fitness > Health & Fitness Organizations America's vets face challenges in the Veterans Administration's health care system: 1 of 11
As a currently disabled veteran I have had the opportunity to view the manner in which the VA (Veterans Administration) health care system operates for several years now, and like any other system it's a case of take the good with the bad. No system for health care is perfect, the VA however for all the potshots it takes does... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Assessing the BDSM lifestyle: 1 of 11
On the surface BDSM evokes a range of images as varied as the people that hold them. For many in the vanilla (Non BDSM lifestyle) it can range from utter disgust to a mere curiosity coupled with a live and let live attitude. For people that are actively involved in the lifestyle it is however far more positive to the point of... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Keeping up with fashion: 1 of 11
One of the best lessons I ever learned about keeping up with fashion was actually learned from my father and still holds true for everyone to this day. As a little tyke I once asked why he had so many ties in the closet that I had never seen him wear, to which he answered, "Some are in style, and some are out of style, but I ... More..
Personal Finance > Banking Basics Bank checking account reviews: Bank of America: 1 of 10
Bank of America (BOA) is one of America's oldest banks and offers an extraordinarily wide range of services. It is hard to find someplace that doesn't have one of their branches or ATM's. If you happen to be in one of those increasingly difficult to find locales their presence isn't felt they offer their services on line. Doe... More..
Business > Human Resources Does diversity in the workplace ensure workplace equality?: 1 of 10
It would appear on the surface that diversity in the workplace would ensure workplace equality but the truth is that just isn't so. Having a diverse crew of personnel is however a good first step in that direction. That may be a bit hard to believe for those whom subscribe to the theory that is you put an eclectic mix of peop... More..
Relationships & Family > Couple Communication Dealing with open LDRs (long-distance relationships): 4 of 38
Dealing with an LDR (Long Distance Relationship), especially an open LDR isn't something for everyone nor is it a very easy thing. Just like any relationship it takes work and commitment, yes commitment. You may be in an open relationship but that does not mean you can violate the bonds of honesty and trust or your open LDR i... More..