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Sciences > Atmosphere & Weather Possible benefits of global warming: 2 of 15
This warming trend is not something easily understood or can be reversed as it would mean severe changes in our life styles. We are use to having it all, and to suddenly have to reverse course and go backwards with the use of technology would be just too much to expect from a society that has enjoyed what technology has had ... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips If you only have one computer, should you choose a desktop or a laptop?: 7 of 52
If the same question was asked a few years ago, I'd have to stick with the desktop, but with the amount of power a laptop has these days, and that of course is relevant to how much you might spend for one, I'd have to opt for a laptop. While in the home, you can set it up just like you would your desktop without all the mess... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy What or who is the best teacher?: 3 of 22
Having never had the privilege of being a teacher, I can only offer what comes to mind when I think of "what" is the best teacher, and I would think that "experiences" both good and bad are what gives us the best lesson in life. However, when it comes to "who" may be the best teacher, I'd have to go with the one who can reac... More..
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: Seinfeld: 3 of 21
After years of never watching the Seinfeld series, a few friends dropped by, and after a while, we decided to watch some TV. I had my favorite show on at the time, when one of my friends asked if I would turn on Seinfeld. I said no way, I'm watching my favorite show, and besides, I'm not all that interested in a boring ... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends The End? When a TV series finale isn't final: 2 of 14
If what is meant by finale is that it's the very last episode never to be renewed again, then we can look for the re-runs if the show was good enough. In some cases, the final show is a welcome answer for something new and more enjoyable to take its place. But what about a show that you wish would go on forever? I can think ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: One more day: 2 of 14
If only for one more day, she could enjoy more of what she did today. For she knows in her heart, that tomorrow will be her last day. All that was important, really doesn't matter, If all she has is one last day. What will she do, how will she survive. For tomorrow, will be her last day alive. More..
Autos > Selling Cars Salesmanship: Never judge a book by it's cover: 1 of 7
After a lengthy employment at a job that was highly detrimental to my overall health, I opted to try selling cars for a living. I loved cars, and I thought what better kind of job that would be suitable for me in many ways? It was great for a while until the politics in that kind of sales soon left me feeling this wasn't for... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Do nice guys really finish last?: 10 of 65
This is one where I could do a short novel on. All I have to do is use my own life as a nice guy to prove this question can only be answered with a yes. I honestly don't know why I was always so nice all the time, but I'm guilty as sin, and as a result, I finished dead last on so many occasions, I lost count. As a little boy... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Fathers: Tips for talking to your kids about sex: 3 of 19
If my memory serves me correctly, being the last born in a family of ten, my parents were too old and out of touch to even think of having any such discussion that would involve anything relative to sex. However having three older sisters and four older brothers, you would think I would have somehow got some type of feedback... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Global warming: The cold, hard facts: 9 of 55
If we want the cold hard facts about Global warming, we have to depend on those who dedicate themselves to the research that enables us to come to a reasonable conclusion as to how serious this phenomenon really is. Normally, a climate change such as a warming would produce would take thousands upon thousands of years and is... More..