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I'm an engineer by trade, but I've always enjoyed writing. I live in Western Pennsylvania with my wife, 2 dogs and a cat. After 18 years of marriage, my wife still tolerates all my eccentricities and hobbies. She must be a saint, and I'm sure at some point

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Pets & Animals > Dog Training How to help a timid rescue dog: 4 of 24

Many animal lovers have followed their heart and adopted a rescue dog only to find that in many cases they're not the free-spirited, lovable pet of their dreams. Quite often, rescue dogs are very timid and distrusting, especially in unfamiliar surroundings. It is very important to make your new pet feel secure and confident,...
Sports & Recreation > Golf Why your practice swing might be better than your real swing: 2 of 8

Every golfer has had it happen. You feel and maybe even look like a pro on your practice swing and then hit an embarrassing shot once the ball is there. You might top the ball, chunk it, or completely whiff. Why does this happen? It's the idea of hitting the ball. On the practice swing, the golfer is just swinging the c...
Computers & Technology > Consumer Electronics (Other) The best universal remotes: 1 of 3

The modern home theater typically has many components, each with its own remote. A universal remote is a way to minimize the clutter and confusion that often results from needing five remotes to watch a movie with the family. Many universal remotes can control twelve or more components and are capable of executin...
Sports & Recreation > Golf A guide to the "lobster" lob shot: 2 of 4

You've left your approach to the green just a couple of feet short of a green-side bunker. The pin is cut just 6 paces onto the green and it's just on the other side of the bunker. If you chip across the bunker, the ball will most likely roll across the green and off the other side, and going around the bunker is basically a...
Computers & Technology > Home Theater Tips for troubleshooting your home theater system: 1 of 2

Troubleshooting home theater problems can be frustrating, especially when there are multiple video sources and what appears to be enough wire to power a small town involved. While this guide cannot possibly cover every scenario, it is intended to provide a starting point for logically identifying the source of the prob...
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish How to lower nitrate levels in a freshwater aquarium: 1 of 1

High nitrate levels in the aquarium can affect the growth and overall health of fishes. It also encourages algae growth, can affect the behavior of fish, and prevent them from showing the best color. To understand how to reduce nitrates, it’s important to understand what they are and their potential sources...
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish Characteristics of harlequin rasbora: 1 of 1

The Harlequin Rasbora (Rasbora heteromorpha) belongs to the Cyprinidae family. It is native to the densely-planted backwaters of southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Sumatra. Harlequin Rasboras are small fishes, often being approximately one inch long in retail environments and growing to...
Sports & Recreation > Golf Golf clubs: Graphite versus steel shafts: 2 of 3

When it comes to shafts for golf clubs, the average golfer tends to think steel for men and graphite for women or seniors, especially when it comes to irons. Many men wouldn't even consider graphite for their irons lest they be ridiculed by the rest of their foursome or league. However, with recent advances in graphite shaft...
Food & Drink > Cooking Eggs & Dairy Products How to make a perfect grilled cheese sandwich: 5 of 7

The grilled cheese sandwich is quite possibly the perfect food. Whether it’s two slices of wonder bread and some American cheese or rustic Tuscan bread with gouda and arugala, there’s a grilled cheese sandwich for every taste. It’s wonderful to fire up the grill and actually make your gril...
Computers & Technology > Camcorders & Digital Video Recorders Difference between optical and digital zoom: 6 of 6

Modern digital cameras offer more flexibility and more features at a given price than ever before. One area that is often misunderstood is the amount of zoom a camera offers. There are typically two numbers presented – optical zoom and digital zoom. Higher zoom allows photographs of subjects from fart...