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Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) Recycling craft ideas: 1 of 21
Crafting is a great hobby for both young and new but as with any hobby it can get expensive. If you have to run out and buy tons of supplies for your specific craft before you can even begin it takes some of the fun out of crafting and it's a burden on your pocket book. They type of crafts you choose to do is key! Crafting w... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Spring crafts for kids and families: 1 of 11
Spring is a wonderful time of year because it symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings. Plants are springing back to life after the long, harsh winter and people begin to venture out to enjoy outdoor activities. Springtime is also the perfect time to renew or strengthen bonds with loved ones! Families with small children who ar... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Life How to take life changing decisions and change your destiny: 1 of 11
Control is an illusion that we all struggle with. Do you believe you have control over your life? What does it mean to control your life? Can you control death and various other life changing events? Can you control the direction your life is headed? Your answers to these questions make you the person you are. When life-chan... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Cleaning brass and copper without chemicals: 1 of 10
So, you are looking for natural ways to clean your brass and copper items? If you don't like the idea of using commercial and potentially harmful products to clean then you will be pleased to find out that many items already in your home can help you tackle those cleaning tasks more naturally and safely! Technically everythi... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating (Other) Teen advice: How to protect yourself from date rape drugs: 5 of 43
Date rape drugs are usually dropped into a beverage; they dissolve and are ingested causing the victim to become unaware of what is happening to him or her. This is a very scary and very real threat for teens these days, especially at parties. If you are not careful someone could drug you and prey on you in your vulnerable s... More..
Health & Fitness > Reproductive Health Issues What is endometriosis?: 4 of 32
Endometriosis is a condition where endometrium, the tissue that lines the uterus, grows in places it should not. The out of place tissue responds to the menstrual cycle in the same way as uterine lining does. It grows, build up and then breaks down. The problem is that when uterine tissue grows outside the uterus it cannot l... More..
Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements Kava's use and the risk of serious liver damage: 1 of 8
Kava can be used as an aphrodisiac, a local anesthetic, an anti inflammatory agent, an anxiolytic, a narcotic and a sedative. Its most commonly used to treat anxiety, insomnia and for treatment of menopause symptoms. Kava can also help improve memory and concentration. Kava is very helpful for a number of ailments but it is ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values We are products of our environment: 11 of 79
Hearing the phrase "we are products of our environment" makes me think of being a victim of circumstances. Are we truly products of our environment? I believe it depends on the person, the situation and that person's determination. Our environment does have the power to influence aspects of us but it does not have to define ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childbirth & Labor Factors to consider in using midwives for home births: 1 of 7
As a pregnant mom who is planning a home birth I know how hard and overwhelming choosing a midwife can be. There are many factors to consider when choosing a midwife for your home birth. The key is brainstorming issues and important factors, prioritizing your preferences and interviewing a ton of candidates. One of the first... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) Creative earth-friendly crafts: 2 of 13
Earth friendly crafts are a great way to take care of the earth, to save money and to do something you can feel good about. Earth friendly crafts can be anything from recycling/ reusing supplies and items in crafts to crafting with natural substances. Did you know that crafting used to be earth friendly? In the past all ther... More..