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Entertainment > Musical Instruments Do you want to be a lead guitar or rhythm guitar player?: 4 of 17
To lead or to follow, that is the question. Well, really, the question is "to lead or to rhythm." For me, as this is a "what do I want to be" topic, is a rhythm player. My reasoning is really pretty straight forward. I don't possess the talent to move my fingers quick enough to be an effective lead player. I am also very muc... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Psycho (1960): 2 of 8
There are few people alive today who do not correlate director Alfred Hitchcock with some of the most spine-tingling films of all time. Having brought such features as "Vertigo" and "The Birds" to the big screen forever solidified his name in the annals of film history as one of the true visionaries of the genre. But perhaps... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry Anniversary rings: Renew your commitment with an anniversary band: 2 of 8
Nothing commemorates the lasting love shared between two people better than the gift of an anniversary band. Choosing a ring with an appropriate setting is essential, as various stones represent a comprehensive array of special meanings. Certain stones can represent anything from heartfelt emotions to outward expressions of ... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Should the drivers of high occupancy vehicles be fined for not using HOV lanes?: 1 of 4
Everyone has experienced the frustration of driving to or from work during rush hour. Whether driving into a large Metropolitan area like Chicago or a much smaller city like Nashville, rush hour traffic is almost always congested, often causing prolonged delays and backups. Many states have begun to address the issue of redu... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Marriage should be a sacred institution between only a woman and a man: 80 of 316
According to "dictionary.com", one of the accepted definitions of marriage is "a relationship in which two people have pledged themselves to each other in the manner of a husband and wife, without legal sanction". Another of the many definitions states "any close or intimate association or union". While I could go on quoting... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Tips when looking for a wedding photographer: 4 of 14
Planning a wedding is an exciting, challenging and occasionally frustrating experience that involves a major commitment of time and energy. For most couples, planning such a large event is a daunting experience, especially as there are no road maps to guide you from engagement to the alter. For many, the most challenging par... More..
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals Would you sacrifice family for career?: 7 of 24
There are always unique circumstances behind any situation, but as a rule, having a career requires a certain amount of sacrifice on the part of the person pursuing that career and an equal or greater sacrifice on the family that supports that individual. While some people find it easy to balance career and family in their d... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: The rewards of owning a pet: 12 of 38
I must begin by admitting that I never considered myself (past tense) much of an animal lover of any sort. Sure, growing up I had a family dog and a handful of cats, but never did I really share an overwhelming desire to own an animal with any of these pets. They were there because my parents had acquired them at one time or... More..
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Can you catch the flu from a flu shot?: 2 of 6
In the autumn of 2000, the company I was working for provided each of their employees a free flu shot. Gracious to receive the vaccination, I lined up with many other employees and received the flu shot. I was convinced that I had gotten a foot up on the flu, but a few days later, my joints started aching, my body started fe... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Signs (2002): 2 of 6
My wife and I entered the movie theater with different expectations, though each of us brought with us pre-conceived ideas as to what this film would be. Having seen other films by M. Night Shyamalan, I was uncertain that the film would have the edgy feel that an alien-invasion movie should have. My wife, in contrast, was ho... More..