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Having been immersed in the publishing industry for almost a decade, I decided that it was high time I left the full-time work industry and join countless other women (and men!) in the less appreciated, homemaking trade. Besides giving me more chance to spend

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Entertainment > Music (Other) The importance of music within film: 1 of 3

Music within film is very important. Not only it helps to create the ambience of the film and its plot, it also helps to evoke the emotions of the characters, so that the audience gets to feel the same thing. If anyone has watched Gus Van Sant's The Elephant, you'd remember the part where the student plays Beethoven's Moonli...
Arts & Humanities > Language Learning Tips The best way to learn a foreign language: 13 of 29

The best way to learn a foreign language is through total immersion in the country where this language is being spoken on a daily basis. The reason for this is simple: when you're forced to listen to the language through the television, the radio, on the streets, in the shops and to communicate with people using this languag...
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology How would I know that my man is not interested in me?: 11 of 24

Your man is not interested in you if he refuses to have sex with you. When he starts making up excuses for not wanting to make love (too tired, headache, etc), then he's starting to drift away from the relationship. Sex is the most basic form of intimacy, and is the only way a couple can stay together, so it is usually a saf...
Style & Beauty > Body Image How people judge you by your looks: 2 of 4

Although the saying goes "Don't judge a book by its cover", sadly that is exactly what many people around the world are doing. Haven't we all been guilty of being critical of others without knowing the real reasons for his/her behaviour, etc. For example, if a dressed-down person (wearing bermudas, thongs and an ol...
Entertainment > Television (Other) Comparing Seinfeld to Friends: 2 of 4

I think both shows had their own unique appeal. Seinfeld was good in a way that it was something new when they started. Situational comedies at the time were always confined to the studio set and stage. But Seinfeld was often shot in different locations for one episode, inside and outside of the studio, and they would often ...
Personal Finance > Auto Insurance Do red vehicles cost more to insure than other vehicles?: 1 of 2

First of all, let me apologize for the title. I just couldn't help myself :) Okay, to answer your question, insurers are not interested in the colour of your vehicle. When you want to insure your car, the most common questions they will ask if whether or not the car is brand new or used, the cost of the car (ie. how much did...
Business > Advertising Exploring the success of American "hip-hop" culture as a popular ad tool: 1 of 1

The Hip Hop music industry is gaining a mega following all around the world, with the youth of today listening to the likes of Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, Eminem, etc. It has gained such a momentum that various companies have ganged up to cash in on this venture. The success of such brands as Phat Farm, Baby Phat, J.Lo and S...
Politics, News & Issues > International Politics (Other) The world and its presidents: 16 of 30

I think the worst president in the world right now is undoubtedly, without question, George W. Bush. I know it sounds boring as everyone says pretty much the same thing, but I think he has really gone overboard in trying to demonstrate America as a powerhouse of the world. I mean, firstly, he has no charisma whatsoever, that...
Entertainment > TV News & Commentary Would American Idol be the same without Simon?: 12 of 21

Simon is who people associate American Idol with. When people see Simon's face on TV, they think of American Idol. Why do I think this is so? The reason is simple. Simon portrays himself as the real deal. He says what he means and he means what he says. He doesn't try to camouflage a bad statement with fluff (a la Paula). Be...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Styles (Other) Should you let children sip your beer, wine or other alcoholic drinks?: 16 of 27

Firstly, it depends on how old my child is. If he is in high school, 12 years onwards, I don't see a problem with me giving him a sip of my alcoholic drink. I always believe that once you satisfy their curiosity, they won't go out on a drinking binge behind your back and get into even more trouble. Having said this, I don't ...