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Artisttia Yarns is a registered nurse and an experienced counselor. In one of her former jobs she was active in Christian ministry. Much of her work focused on abused women, women who inspired her to pen Mimi s Tale: A Story of Transformation. In October

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Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies The benefits of infant massage: 1 of 14

From the ancient practices of the Far East, a secret has been passed down from Mother to daughters of childbearing age. Perhaps the origin of this secret was religious, perhaps instinctual, but for whatever reason mothers in eastern cultures have known the best way to soothe and calm an infant is through infant massage. It r...
Personal Finance > Stock Market Companies that stand to benefit from the swine flu outbreak: 1 of 13

The Swine Flu pandemic continues to exert its effect on the market. There has been a worldwide downturn in shares of airline and hotel stock due to travel being curtailed. Conversely, companies are benefiting from the outbreak. Those businesses that are showing the most profits, during the pandemic, are the ones which either...
Health & Fitness > Infectious Diseases How to prevent swine flu in children: 1 of 9

At the initial onslaught of the H1N1 (Swine Flu) outbreak, details concerning the spread of the disease were sketchy and virulence reported as deadly. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) rapidly revised protocols on how to prevent the spread of the disease; sometimes, they refuted earlier recommendations. Protecting our ch...
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Evaluating reality TV: 4 of 29

The frequency of reality TV shows on the air has increased. The shows can and devours your time, as a spider eats its prey. As these shows weave themselves into the fabric of life, people spend more time watching TV than they do living life. One would think that the evening news would be enough reality TV for anyone. It is l...
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Graduation gifts: Gifts your high school graduate will actually want: 2 of 12

High school graduation is a reflection of 18 long years of sweat and tears. A graduates' accomplishment should be recognized with a personal, practical, and thoughtful gift whether they choose to begin a course of higher education or if they choose to enter the workforce. Here are ideas for presents in a variety of prices th...
Sciences > Surgery Post-surgery: Tips on recovering at home: 1 of 6

The best way to recover post-surgically is to begin planning your recovery prior to the surgical event. Think about the tasks you do daily basis. See what can be done before the start of your recovery. Can you pay bills in advance or set up automatic payments? Is it possible to have your paycheck or disability check automati...
Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies The benefits of shiatsu facial massage: 1 of 6

Shiatsu facial massage offers a myriad of physical and psychological benefits. These benefits range from the relief of pain to improved mental health. Originating in Japan, the Japanese have practiced the art and science of Shiatsu massage for over 2000 years. What is Shiatsu Massage? Shiatsu massage, be it on the face or el...
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness How to ruin your good night's rest in five ways: 1 of 6

The idea of getting a good night sleep was an unattainable dream for me. That is why, as a registered nurse, my thesis paper was on the subject of sleep. In an attempt to achieve adequate sleep, people are inadvertently setting themselves up for failure by their lifestyle or environment. Slight modifications in the following...
Pets & Animals > Rabbits Assessing the qualities of rabbits as pets: 1 of 6

Rabbits are wonderful pets. They love companionship. However, until they get to know their new family remember, "Rabbits are shy and timid creatures." Just as it takes a newborn infant time to bond with its parents, it will take the rabbit time to bond with new their family. Do You Want to Include A Rabbit In Your Household?...
Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies How massage therapy benefits your overall health: 2 of 11

Massage therapy is both an art and a practice which has been in existence for thousands of years. Massage therapy began its history in ancient China and gradually spread to the rest of the world. Simply put, massage therapy is not just a relaxing activity; it is therapy that has health benefits that work. It is capable of di...