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Business > Nonprofits Where to raise money for a nonprofit organization: 1 of 14
Advice for Charities Selling Stamps to Raise MoneyRaising money for charity always takes some work. But here's a source of funds that you might not have thought about. Many charities collect and then sell stamps as a method of raising funds. For example, stamp dealers" buy stamps from many different charities, and they're alw... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Collecting antiques and collectibles: Why we do it: 2 of 12
Why People Become CollectorsThe joys of collecting ultimately are based on two factors: the "thrill of the hunt," meaning that the challenges of searching for new items are a large part of a collector's enjoyment; and the collector's appreciation for the items that are already in his or her collection. If you're the type of p... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) How to begin stamp collecting: 1 of 6
Beginning Stamp Collecting - A Tutorial on the Hobby for a LifetimeThere are many different ways to begin collecting stamps, but here are some of my thoughts on how to get started.1. Collect stamps before you BUY any stamps.Save every stamp that comes to you on mail. Ask your friends and relatives for their stamps. Get stamps... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) An introduction to smart collecting: 4 of 20
In the end, you will be a smart collector and get satisfaction from your collection for two main reasons. You must appreciate the items already in your collection but also look forward to searching for any items you are missing in your collection.How Do You Display Your Collectibles?While many people are content to just store... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Great gift ideas for stamp collectors: 1 of 5
Gifts for Stamp CollectorsAll stamp collectors need various tools, supplies and reference books in order to work on their hobby. And everyone, whether they collect stamps or not, loves receiving gifts! If you're not a stamp collector yourself you might not know anything about the types of things that would make good gifts for... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) Causes of back pain: 1 of 5
Back Pain May Not Be A Problem With Your Back!Don't dismiss upper back pain as a simple muscle pull if it's a sharp pain that persists for more than a day or two, or if it returns over and over again. It just might be your gall bladder, and if it goes on too long, it can be life-threatening. I found out the hard way. If you'v... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Defining the serious stamp collector: 1 of 4
Serious Stamp Collectors Know What They Have In Their Stamp Collections.What I mean is, typical beginning stamp collectors identify the stamps in their collections, but generally stop there. Serious stamp collectors, on the other hand, also GRADE their stamps - they evaluate the condition of their stamps. Stamp condition is c... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Heraldry research as a hobby: 1 of 4
Coats of Arms and HeraldryIn heraldry, the official symbols of a family, a state or another grouping of people are known as coats of arms. Blazons such as coats of arms are highly stylized graphic representations that often are quite striking in appearance. The reason for this, and the reason for their existence, is that they... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Caring for stamps in albums: 1 of 3
Taking Proper Care of Your Stamp CollectionThere are a number of different ways that you can use to store or display your stamps. These methods include:stamp albumsstock books or stock pagesenvelopesboxes (the famous shoebox, not recommended!)We recommend that you use either stamp albums or stock books/pages. If you use a sta... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Things to consider when choosing a dog: 27 of 70
Choosing The Best Dog For A Senior CitizenSenior citizens love their dogs - and their dogs love them. But because of differences in size, personality and activity level, some types of dogs may be more appropriate for seniors than others. A senior who is considering getting a dog can use the information in this article to help... More..