Online Dating - Is Music the Food of Love?
June 30, 2009
"If music be the food of love, play on". So said William Shakespeare in one of his most famous theatrical lines. The Bard understood very well the power music has to ignite passion and elicit emotional response. And who would disagree?
Anyone can tell you the first record they ever bought. The proud walk home from the record store, the eager rush to the turntable, the umpteenth request to "turn it down" shouted from a remote voice somewhere in the house. Ask someone what led them to purchase a certain record and they will not only tell you about the music, they will regale you with tales that show its significance. They could tell you exactly what was happening in their life at that time, for instance, recall instantly an event or a person that a song reminds them of. And of course, what everyone shares when we look back at our early musical experiences is an assortment of emotional memories that can feel just as powerful years later.
The Venus Flower Basket - Symbol of Love
June 29, 2009
The Venus Flower Basket - Symbol of Love
by: John Edwards
One of the most beautiful of all the creatures that live in the oceans is the rare and very seldom seen Venus flower basket. It only grows on the ocean floor at depths of three thousand to five thousand feet, in the warm tropical waters of the South Pacific, mostly around the Philippines and Japan.
This creature is actually a sponge; however it does not look anything like the sponges you use for cleaning in your home. It is extremely beautiful, intricate, and dainty. When full grown the Venus flower basket is tube shaped and about twelve inches long, usually with some slight curvature.
It looks like it is made up of an intricate fine lace expertly spun in glass fibers no thicker than human hair. It is woven in the form of a hollow tube shaped like a rams horn. The smaller, tapered end is anchored to the ocean floor by a multitude of fine glass-like fibers. The larger end has a lacey looking cap over it.
Because it looks like it is woven from glass it is sometimes called a glass sponge. Its scientific name is Euplectella Aspergillum.
Me Tarzan! You Jane!
June 28, 2009
Once upon a time a caveman, while out for a walk, came a across a young woman. Struck by her beauty he immediately tried to get her attention by violently thumping his chest, his good imitation of Tarzan’s victory cry reverberating through the length and breadth of the forest.
His mother, seeing that he was receiving no reaction, said in disgust, "Oh, Billy, when it comes to women you have no idea. Instead of all that thumping and roaring, why don’t you give the girl what she really wants?"
Being a bright lad, he knew exactly what she meant. Quick as a wink he placed a ring of heavy rope around her ankle and took her home to his cave.
No woman could resist such a pledge of love. Not then. Not ever.
Having learned their lesson, men have been placing all sorts of rings on women’s fingers ever since. For the less demanding there were grass rings and flower rings and string rings and ribbon rings.
Mommy, When I Grow Up I Wanna Be A Couch Potato!
June 28, 2009
Mommy, When I Grow Up I Wanna Be A Couch Potato!
by: Katherine Westphal
No one really dreams of wasting their life in front of the TV. That goal ranks up there with becoming a professional burger flipper or french fry specialist. Yet, the AVERAGE American spends 4 hours each and every day in front of the TV. That makes the AVERAGE American a part-time couch potato, clocking in 28 hours per week. Is that really the American dream now?
Are you watching TV instead of pursuing your dreams? If so, what message might that you be sending to your children? Would you rather be a living embodiment of someone who pursues their dreams, or an embodiment of couch potato-hood?
What messages does watching TV send to our kids?
First, there are all the messages the TV itself sends out: all the sex, violence, and other messages depending on the shows that your family watches. By watching these shows we legitimize the messages contained within them.
Teen Dating, Things To Think About
June 27, 2009
Are you a teen who is dating? Are you a pre teen who is thinking they would like to start dating? Or, are you a parent of one of these teens? Are you worried about what to expect, what to do and how to react to your date? One of the most important things to remember about teen dating is that it is just that, teen dating not a life long relationship type date. Now, before you teens get upset; think about how your teen dating experiences are going to play out. As a teen, you are not looking for someone to live your life with, right? You are looking for someone who is cool to be around, interesting to talk to even. Teen dating should be all about fun.
And you can make teen dating be fun as long as you remember a few things. First, lay down the rules about your dating relationship. If dating is meant to be fun, get all that hard stuff out of the way first. Teens need to talk about how you feel about drugs, alcohol, and even sex. Teens need to make sure you are always smart about each one of these things and that your teen dating partner knows where you stand. Parents, make sure your teen knows about how to react in these situations too. Provide guidance to your teen, not lecturing. To learn more about how to do this, visit http://www.getdatingtips.com.
Family Time: How You Can Give Your Family The Gift Of Time This Christmas
June 26, 2009
Family Time: How You Can Give Your Family The Gift Of Time This Christmas
by: Katherine Westphal
What if I told you there was a very simple way you could spend more time with your family starting this Christmas? What if I told you it wouldn’t cost you a cent? What if I told you there was a simple way to get up to four extra hours every day with your loved ones? Would your family benefit from this extra time?
All you have to do is get rid of your TV.
“WOAH! WAIT A MINUTE! I CAN’T POSSIBLY GIVE UP MY TV!” you cry. NOT MY SOAPS! NOT FOOTBALL! NOT DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES! NOT…”
Well, I didn’t say you wouldn’t have to sacrifice a little. But by the end of this article you will see that the benefits of giving up your TV far outweigh the costs. It may seem like a difficult task, but it is not really. It just takes a little discipline and creativity to fill the time.
Join many other families who have given up TV
Marriage Advice: Eight Steps to Marital Harmony
June 25, 2009
The formula for marital harmony and success is not a mysterious secret. It’s actually very straightforward.
The "behind the scenes" part is the constant work that’s required to keep the channels of love and communication clear from obstruction. Diligent spouses consistently spend time and energy addressing issues as they come up so that anger and hurt feelings don’t accumulate.
Spouses who want satisfying marriages also look for ways to keep their love strong, such as remembering to show affection and appreciation frequently. They know that the more they feel connected and bonded, the more motivated they will be to resolve problems and hang in there when things are difficult.
The following eight steps will guide you in looking at what you can do to increase your chances for creating a happy, harmonious marriage:
1. Work on yourself and your own issues that you brought with you into the marriage.
Many responses that you have to your spouse’s actions are triggered by past events going back to your childhood. If one of your emotional wounds is feeling disrespected, then when your partner inadvertently does something that triggers those feelings, you’ll experience an intense reaction. Individual counseling can help you to be more self-aware of what’s behind your intense reactions and what you can do so that you don’t over-react to issues in your marriage.
Madonna says “TV is Trash”. Here are the Top 10 Reasons to Trash Your TV
June 24, 2009
Madonna says “TV is Trash”. Here are the Top 10 Reasons to Trash Your TV
by: Katherine Westphal
Madonna raised some eyebrows when she declared that “TV is trash” and that she does not let her children Lourdes and Rocco watch TV, save one movie on the weekend. Madonna: “We have TVs but they’re not hooked up to anything but movies. TV is trash. I was raised without it. I didn’t miss anything. TV is poison.”
Getting rid of the family TV is not as horrible as it may sound. In fact, not allowing her children to watch TV is perhaps the best decision Madonna could make as a parent. It was certainly the best decision I made for my children and me. Here are the top ten reasons why Madonna is right:
1. Heavy TV watchers are twice as likely to be obese.
2. Average US parent spends only 38 min/week in meaningful conversation with children.
3. TV viewing in young children is associated with ADHD symptoms later on.
4. Viewing TV violence is the single strongest predictor of aggression later in life, according to 32-year-study.
5. Children witness 16,000 TV murders by age 18.
Exotic Island Wedding! Where Dreams Truly Come True in Paradise
June 23, 2009
As a travel professional considering an exotic island wedding was a logical choice, but having to convince a strong Catholic family was the challenge I faced! I was never a traditionalist in the sense, and I have attended so many conventional weddings with a church ceremony and post-reception in the past, I wanted to do something different and special for the most important day of my life!
Island weddings have been around for quiet some time, but in my opinion, they seemed to be perceived more for renewal of vows and second marriages, however, as our lifestyles change, we separated ourselves from tradition, and an exotic wedding on a spectacular island seemed like a dream in paradise for me.
I met the love of my life a few years ago in travel school, and as our love for each other became apparent my only thought was, what if she doesn’t want to have an island wedding? Knowing that her family is Catholic, and tradition is very important to them, I thought to myself, was my ambition of having a romantic wedding on an island not going to be a reality?
Myths and Wives Tales
June 23, 2009
Myths and Wives Tales
by: Tyler Brooker
I was told today, by a close friend, that if you get canker sores, it is your bodies way of punishing you for lying. What?! Have you ever heard that? Me neither. Isn’t just the feeling you get after you lie to someone bad enough? All these old myths and wives tales are not working for me. In fact, they are not working in our society…
Today, kids are smarter than they ever have been, and telling them that if they make a funny face it will stay that way, no longer works. Granted, it worked on me and you, but it is no longer a good way to get a kid to stop making funny faces. Same with the http://www.canker-sores-help.com canker sores one I got from my buddy. I give that one another generation and then its toast.
Now, thinking about this a little more in depth, these old sayings is how i was raised and taught not to lie, cheat, or steal. But nowadays, that stuff doesnt cut it. what result will this have on our youth? Kids running around kicking and screaming is going to be a sad teachers career. And what about the parents?
