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1101. | Risky Fish: The Thrill Of Fugu by Kirsten Hawkins
There's a certain weird appeal to the Japanese delicacy known as fugu. After all, it's not every day that the food on your plate could bring about almost instant death.
Fugu is the Japanese name for the blowfish, ...
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1102. | Regional Cuisine Of The United States: California-Style Cooking by Kirsten Hawkins
The great state of California carries some of the most rich aspects of American culture, from the pioneers to the gold rush to quality cuisine. Bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, and Baja, classic California food can take on many forms. ...
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1103. | Regional Cuisine Of India: North Indian Flavors by Kirsten Hawkins
India, one of the most populated nations in the world, has rich and varied culinary traditions, many deeply enmeshed with spiritual traditions that are thousands of years old. Other culinary styles arrived throughout India's long history with those who wandered into the land from afar and ...
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1104. | Regional Cuisine Of India: Tasting East India by Kirsten Hawkins
East India, with a complex history that includes long periods of European colonization, has developed culinary traditions that reflect centuries of tradition and a variety of cultural influences. In addition to the various cultures that have been assimilated into the ...
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1105. | Chinese Cuisine What's In A Name? by Kirsten Hawkins
There's more to Chinese cuisine than meets the taste buds. There is also what meets the eye, the ear and the imagination. Chinese culture demands attention to the entire presentation of a meal, and that includes the blend of flavors, the subtlety ...
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1106. | Italian Cuisine: In The Heart Of Tuscany by Kirsten Hawkins
When an American conjures up an idea of "Italian cuisine," often what comes to mind is pasta, red sauce, and garlic bread. Pasta, no doubt, plays a large part in most traditional Italian regional cuisine, and few cultures know how to employ a ...
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1107. | Culinary Traditions Of The Caribbean Islands by Kirsten Hawkins
Authentic Caribbean cuisine is truly an excellent representation of all the cultural influences the Caribbean Islands have experienced since Christopher Columbus' landing in the late 1400's. With a fine mixture of French Island and African recipes, Caribbean cuisine is widely prepared and enjoyed by people ...
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1108. | Culinary Traditions Of South America: Argentina by Kirsten Hawkins
Argentina is South America's second largest country, snugly situated between the Andes mountain range, the Pacific Ocean, and the South American countries of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil, and Chile. Being situated in such a manner, Argentina is exposed to many different cultural influences from ...
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1109. | Dry Skin Care Quiz by Joel Walsh
Most people who think they know all about dry skin, chapped skin, chafing, redness and other signs of skin dehydration really don't. Take this quiz to make sure you know who your skin's enemies are.
The answers are located at the end of the quiz.
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1110. | Near Loss Of Life And Limb Averted By Miracle Device.. by D. Holkra
I know this is going to sound strange to you, but the other day I almost killed myself at home, doing something I have done quite often now for the past 20 years. See, I ...
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1111. | Crisis Checklist: Saving Your Pet's Life When Disaster Strikes by M. H. Molock
Help could not come soon enough for the residents of New Orleans and the surrounding Gulf areas. But for devoted animal owners rescue came at a price…leave your pet behind. Having a plan in place before disaster strikes can save both you and your pet's lives. ...
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1112. | Revitalize your Interior Walls by David Chandler
Most people would like to revitalize their interior walls with some
colorful paint, but are too afraid to make the leap from off-white or
beige. The homeowner is afraid that a daring color choice may ...
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1113. | Regional Cuisine - New England Clam Chowder by Kirsten Hawkins
Sea air, crisp apples, the brisk, spice of fallen leaves – there are few things that say autumn in New England like the scents that seem to buffet the senses from everywhere. Among those marvelous treats for the senses are popular dishes from appetizer ...
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1114. | Italian Cuisine: A Trip To The Island Of Sardinia by Kirsten Hawkins
The island of Sardinia perhaps most quickly conjures up the idea of sardines. A small island off of the western coast of Italy, it certainly incorporates seafood in to much of its regional cuisine. However, Sardinia has such a rich and various history that it ...
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1115. | Italian Cuisine: More Than Pasta by Kirsten Hawkins
Go to any family restaurant with Italian dining in mind and you are likely to order chicken parmesan, pasta alfredo, spaghetti and meatballs, or maybe a pizza. It is easy to think that some pasta, some marinara sauce, a crust of Italian bread and a glass of wine ...
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1116. | Belgium And Beer: Made For Each Other by Eileen Church
In addition to some wonderful history, the country of Belgium is "The Beer country". Bordering France, Luxembourg, Germany and The Netherlands, Belgium is in the heart of Europe. This technologically advanced member of NATO and the EU is truly a beer-lovers haven.
So much so, ...
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1117. | Don't Just Say You're Sorry - Prove It by Sandra Lovelace
The words, "I'm sorry" can get us out of trouble when we've done something wrong or hurt someone we care about but the key to a good apology is really meaning it and convincing the other person that you are truly remorseful. Apologizing just for the sake of keeping ...
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1118. | VA Home Loan Information - Buying A House With A VA Loan by Carrie Reeder
Buying a home with a VA guaranteed loan grants veterans and service persons better terms than that of a conventional mortgage loan. VA loans are handled through private mortgage lenders, so there is limited bureaucratic red tape.
Understanding VA Loans
VA ...
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1119. | 8 Tips For Picking The Perfect Wedding Dress by Blake Kritzberg
When little girls spend their math classes daydreaming of weddings (instead of winning the World Series -- not to say you can't do both), what do they dream of first? The perfect wedding dress, of course: a gown in ...
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1120. | Planning A Wedding On A Budget by Mike Collins
Weddings are expensive. I learned this myself three years ago when my wife and I were married. We only had about 60 guests, but when you add up the ceremony, reception, music, photographer, video, limos, tuxedoes ...
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1121. | Learn The Meaning Of Rose Colors by Eric V. Allen
Giving a bouquet of beautiful roses makes a clear statement: the receiver of the flowers is dear to the giver in some meaningful way. Different than giving just a bouquet of flowers, roses imply 'Hey, I really mean this!" The giver has made the effort to bestow what some ...
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1122. | Living With Obsessive Compulsive Disorder And Your Fearful Thoughts by Stan Popovich
Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and having to deal with your fearful thoughts can be extremely difficult. It can be tough for people with OCD to have to experience obsessive thoughts that are intrusive, scary, and difficult to manage. As a result, ...
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1123. | The Beginners Guide To Affirmations! by Lance Beggs
Imagine what would happen if you approached someone and insulted them.
"I hate you! You're ugly! No one likes you! You're a really miserable person!"
Well, apart from receiving a slap on the face or punch on the nose, you're also quite likely ...
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1124. | Tones for your phones by Jeff Lakie
In ancient times, warriors would decorate their weapons with carvings
or jewelry because these weapons became an extension of their lives
and an expression of who they were. Today, cellphones are integrating
themselves more and more into our lives, becoming an invaluable tool
to ...
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1125. | The growth of cellphones by Jeff Lakie
Cellphones are quickly becoming an integral part of our lives. They
increase the convenience factor, help us stay organized, and keep us in
touch with the people that we love. They can also help us keep
informed!
As cellphone technologies increase, cell phone manufacturers are
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1126. | It's that time of the year again! by Kim Filler
With the last days of autumn upon us, it is time to consider the annual maintenance of your fireplace. To ensure that your fireplace is in proper working condition and will keep you warm on those cold winter ...
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1127. | Gas or Wood - You decide! by Kim Filler
With all the fireplaces and woodstoves available on the market today, one might have a difficult time choosing the most appropriate one for their home. Whether you prefer to build your own fire, or would rather have warmth at the flip of a switch, the following article will give you ...
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1128. | The Evolution Of Pizza by Kirsten Hawkins
Trying to trace the history of the first pizza is a surprisingly controversial subject. Some claim that this popular food is based on early unleavened breads served in the early centuries in Rome. Others trace a connection from modern pizza back to the pita breads of Greece.
It's ...
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1129. | Szechwan Cuisine by Kirsten Hawkins
The cuisine of the Western region of China is well-known for its spiciness, but many Western palates overlook the complex interplay of savory, sour, hot and sweet flavors that underlie the fiery spice of the Szechwan ...
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1130. | Extra-Cute Baby Outfits by Kirsten Hawkins
Parents live vicariously through their children and play dress-up.
One of the joys of being the parent of an infant comes in the form of choosing cute outfits for the baby to wear. Over the years, parents have narrowed this down ...
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1131. | Home Skin Care Tips: Emily's Smart Move by Joel Walsh
Thinking about home skin care but worried about looking like Tammy Faye? Read this real-world scenario of how one person found home care tips for skin online to become beautiful.
Ever wonder how some people manage to do all their skin care ...
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1132. | A Visit To A Jewelry Store by Tanapon Subsomboon
I think that one of the most exciting times in a little girl's life is her first visit to a jewelry store. Then again, I think that a lot of women never grow out of that feeling of excitement either! There ...
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1133. | Deep Fried Turkey Practice by Anthony Tripodi
While your neighbors are putting up their Halloween decorations and scouring supermarkets for bargain candy, it's the perfect time for you to deep fry a turkey. If you've been thinking about deep frying a turkey ...
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1134. | Why Should You Change Your Refrigerator Water Filter Every Six Months? by Ray Scardigno
The life of refrigerator water filters is dependent upon the volume of contaminants in the water as well as the amount of use of the filter. Well water is more likely to contain contaminants not found in publicly ...
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1135. | Christian Roommates - Keep Praying! by Ian Byrd
So you've found a group of Christian roommates to move in with. You now have a potentially wonderful center of support at your home. However, it's up to you and your new roommates to take advantage of living with fellow Christians. If you don't actively pursue God ...
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1136. | Alcohol And Substance Abuse Will Not Take Away Your Fears by Stan Popovich
It is not easy to deal with our fears and anxieties however trying to avoid them through Alcohol or other substances will not work. Avoiding your fears and anxieties will not make them go away. Your fears and anxieties will always be ...
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1137. | Make your cologne your own by Jeff Lakie
Once you have found a scent that you feel really defines who you are
and what you are all about, (and makes you just a little more
unforgettable!), how do you make it your own?
By that we mean, how do you make ...
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1138. | How to choose cologne by Jeff Lakie
In the morning as you're about to dash off to work, or in the evening
before a big date, you probably spray some cologne or perfume on
yourself just before heading out. When you chose to buy that particular ...
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1139. | United States Regional Cuisine: Soul Food by Kirsten Hawkins
The history of American soul food can be traced all the way back to the days of slavery. More often times than not, the slaves were given the most undesirable part of the meal, the ...
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1140. | Regional Cuisine Hunan Cuisine by Kirsten Hawkins
Hunan cuisine shares many commonalities with its close, more well-known cousin, Szechwan cooking, Both cuisines originate in the Western region of China. The climate there is sub-tropical – humid and warm enough to encourage the use of fiery spices to help cool the body, ...
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1141. | Japanese Cuisine by Kirsten Hawkins
Tempura, sukiyaki, sashimi, sushi – even the words used to describe the most basic of Japanese dishes are exotic and beautiful. Japanese cuisine is easily one of the healthiest in the world, with its concentration on fresh fish, seafood, rice and ...
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1142. | Coffee: Is It Getting Too Complicated? by Eileen Church
Plain coffee is fast becoming a thing of the past. It's now quite simple to whip up a gourmet hot beverage for guest, family, or just for yourself. Nowadays there are a number of coffee clubs and circles in which coffee drinking has become somewhat of ...
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1143. | Ready Your Child For Reading by Brent Sitton
It's never too soon to start your child on the path to reading. Simply talking to your infant and toddler helps her develop the vocabulary she will need as she enters school and begins to read. As you point and name objects, she will begin to ...
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1144. | Ballet Dancing - The Ideal Physique by Janet Jones
Are you a ballet dancer, thinking about taking ballet dancing to the next level?
First, let me say that I truly believe that whatever you put your mind to, and become completely focussed on ...
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1145. | Getting Through The Day When Your Anxieties Are Out Of Control by Stan Popovich
What do you do when your fears and anxieties overwhelms you as soon as you get up in the mornings? Well the first thing you need to do is to seek the services of a professional and/or counselor who can ...
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1146. | 9 Steps To Living Abundantly by Jane Thurnell-Read
Many of us are bowed down by life – stressed, short of time, tired, on a treadmill, knowing that this isn't the way to live, but not knowing how to free ourselves up to live more fully, more abundantly. There are simple things ...
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1147. | Buying Gently Used Baby Clothing by Kirsten Hawkins
Remember that adorable outfit you bought for your newborn - the one that cost you nearly $40, and got worn three times before it no longer fit? For such tiny things, baby clothing is expensive - and as fast as babies grow, they seldom see much ...
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1148. | Budget Baby Layettes by Kirsten Hawkins
Getting what you need for your newborn without going broke
It's been said time and again that babies cost a pretty penny. Although little Brad or Jennifer won't hop out of the birth canal and start demanding servants ...
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1149. | Regional Cuisine - Down Home Southern Cooking by Kirsten Hawkins
I grew up in New England, the home of 'plain cooking', where corn on the cob is served as is with a slab of butter and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. We boil salted meats with vegetables ...
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1150. | Regional Cuisines Of China by Kirsten Hawkins
It's easily one of the world's favorite foods. No matter where you are, someone you know is bound to suggest, "Hey, let's do Chinese." For decades, Chinese food meant one thing – Cantonese cuisine. It ...
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