Sunday, June 8, 2008

Sacred Marriage

By Deepak Chopra People often think of relationship in terms of convenience, but what could be more inconvenient than having every fiber in your body touched by the timeless gifts of passion and love? Passion is not only one of the greatest gifts of life, but one of the strongest bonds of a relationship. In the early stages of a relationship, we experience attraction and infatuation. The passion born out of those stages can be intoxicating. As Rumi said, “If infatuation is madness, then I want to be crazy.” In my book, The Path to Love, I invite you to make a soul bargain with love in order to align yourself with love. Far more than an emotion, love is a real force. And if Love is attuned to who you are, love will respond. At the Chopra Center, we begin each day with meditation. Prior to meditating we ask people to still themselves, then gently and innocently ask the question: What do I want? As they answer this question, they place their intentions into their subconscious mind and soul. We ask ourselves this question in a romantic context, an emotional context, or a physical context, and embed these intentions like seeds in the fertile soil of the subconscious. We can each achieve ecstasy within our relationships when we intuitively and innocently understand that we are all the same; we are simply wearing different disguises. The more we are willing to step into a universal consciousness with our partner, the more we can shift our attention from the I/ME to the US/WE. As a relationship unfolds from a point of oneness, the bounds of the ego, as well as possessiveness and fear, are replaced by selfless love, appreciation, and grace. Layers of our disguise naturally slip away and all we are left with is one soul consciousness communicating with another, acknowledging the sanctity of their oneness. A question that is often overlooked when there seems to be discontent or stress in a relationship is, What actually just happened? So often, we find ourselves unable to solve or evolve in our current situation because we are steeped in blame, accusation, and defense of our position. Asking ourselves just what happened in a conversation or interaction allows us to look at a situation clearly and objectively, so as to pierce the drama and baggage that often accompanies miscommunication Ninety-five percent of the problems in relationships exist because of lapses in communication. The Communication between two people in a relationship can evolve and grow exponentially when both people make a commitment to communicate using the principles that Marshall Rosenberg offers in his book, Non-Violent Communication. The next time your partner has you at wits end, simply ask yourself, What happened here? Then ask, How can I selflessly, defenselessly, and compassionately take the relationship to a higher level? This article is an excerpt from the book Marriage of Sex & Spirit (http://www.MarriageOfSexAndSpirit.com), a collection of forty seven of the most provocative and fresh current thinkers in the area of relationship today. Other authors in this anthology include Leo Buscaglia, Gabriel Cousins, Caroline Myss, Wayne Dyer, Barbara Marx Hubbard, John Gray and Thich Nhat Hanh. Find more information at http://www.EliteBooksOnline.com Deepak Chopra, M.D., has written some thirty books, which have been translated into thirty-five languages. He is also the author of more than one hundred audio and video series, including five critically acclaimed programs on public television. In 1999 Time magazine selected Dr. Chopra as one of the Top 100 Icons and Heroes of the Century, describing him as the poet-prophet of alternative medicine. Dr. Chopra currently serves as CEO and founder of The Chopra Center in Carlsbad, California. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Deepak_Chopra http://EzineArticles.com/?Sacred-Marriage&id=427549 what is project payday at home business who can help eliminate pay day loan debt bad credit personal loan no credit check banking
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008

5 Tips To Keep Marital Bliss Alive After You Retire!

By Allie Ochs Lets face it retirement is a time of great transition for spouses. Ample free time and drastic lifestyle changes can be a burden or a blessing for your marriage. Regardless of whether one or both spouses retire, the secret to a smooth transition is planning before you retire. For example, if one or both of you have been task-driven individuals with their own careers, a 7/24 marriage may not be to your liking. Retiring couples who have lived independent and relatively separate lives may become frustrated and bored being joined at the hip. Others may rejoice in spending more time with each other. The most important step to take prior to retiring is: 1. PLAN AHEAD. Know your personality and design your golden years accordingly. If you are a busy bee needing outside stimulation, plan ahead how you will keep yourself occupied. Get a part-time job, volunteer, write a book, get a pup, complete home renovations, play golf, join an organization or take up a hobby. Know what you will do with your excess time before you get on each others nerves. While retirement is a natural process of live, most retirees experience the same effects as with the loss of a job. No longer needed at work coupled with reduced social contacts many retirees question their identities. Feelings of worthlessness or even depression are common and can harm the quality of your relationship. You owe it to yourself and your spouse to: 2. LIVE WITH A PURPOSE. Shift the focus from yourself to others. Contribute your knowledge and life experience to organizations. Get involved with youth groups helping young people flourish. Socializing with your children and grandchildren will keep you young and alert. Read, cruise the Internet, exercise, learn a new language or skill. Do anything that keeps your brain working and your heart filled with passion. If only one spouse is retiring, conflict over who does what and how time will be spent, may arise. The at-home spouse may be expected to do more chores including those they never did before. Arguments over time allotted for chores or play may develop. To avoid conflict: 3. EXERCISE MUTUAL RESPECT. As the still-working spouse, dont penalize your retired partner for having reached the golden years. Respect that your spouse deserves the freedom, time, enjoyment, respect and dignity of retirement. While he or she can be expected to pitch-in more, respect that your spouse needs the freedom to find his or her purposeful life as a retiree. Again, talk about and plan ahead how time will be spent prior to retirement, it will save you many arguments. Staying busy has proven to be beneficial for all retirees. How to keep busy may vary from one person to the next. Because of diverse expectations it is often difficult to find the right blend of shared hobbies and time alone. Some couples are thrilled to do everything together, while others need and enjoy some time on their own. Allow each other to: 4. BE HAPPY. Retirement should be a happy time. It is about doing the things you couldnt before. This could be anything from sleeping in to travelling to unknown places. Anything from learning about astrology to helping provide clean water in an undeveloped country. Whenever possible you should support your spouse to live a happy retirement in alignment with his or her personality. Always remember, your partner is just as important as you are. Many retirees use this time to strengthen their marriage. Previous work distractions and time commitments often lead to stale marriages. Now is the time to create intimacy and secure marital bliss in your sunset years. Get busy and: 5. KEEP THE LOVE GOING. Love is not something that you have, it is something that you do. Now that you have more time, be romantic. Plan for romantic dinners, movies, vacations or picnics. Compliment each other, cherish each other and surprise each other with romantic treats. Take time to talk to each other, communicate your feelings, your fears and your passions. Make love whenever possible, it is a sure way to create intimacy. Remember love has no expiry date and a loving relationship is your ticket to glorious golden years. 2005 Allie Ochs, Relationship Expert, Coach, Speaker and the Author of Are You Fit To Love? ISBN 0-9720227-9-1. Her articles are published in numerous magazines and newsletters. She has appeared on radio and TV. To order her book or to take the Fit 2 Love! Test visit her website at http://www.fit2love.com. For FREE relationship/dating advice e-mail: askallie@fit2love.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Allie_Ochs http://EzineArticles.com/?5-Tips-To-Keep-Marital-Bliss-Alive-After-You-Retire!&id=50419 tax implications on hard money loans hard money lenders in ky paycheck advance natwest ban loan short term
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Friday, May 30, 2008

Increase Your Largemouth Bass Fishing Catch With These Tips And Techniques!

By Dean Caporella Largemouth bass fishing when mentioned among a group of dedicated anglers can engender levels of excitement that only those who regularly cast a line can appreciate. Largemouth bass love a contest and of course, so do anglers! Understanding some basic principles of largemouth bass fishing will increase your chances of having a satisfying outing and a good catch to earn bragging rights the next time you catch up with your fishing buddies. Tips And Techniques - Bait is crucial in fishing. That’s an understatement. Whether to use artificial or live bait is a question often asked. Most often, you need to use a “suck it and see” approach. The fish will often let you know what they prefer simply by how often they are biting. - Plastic worms in a variety of colors according to many fisherman are usually a preferred option. By having a range of colors, you can mix them up and if you are getting good results with one then stick with it. Alternatively, if one color isn’t working then swith to another. - If you are using live bait then make sure the bait is kept fresh and not allowed to go off. Purchasing worms in large quantity could produce unsuitable odors so it might pay to split them up into air tight containers. - As with most things in life, having a plan before execution gives you the best chance of success. The same applies to largemouth bass. In fact, always have a back up plan to fall back on. Look for areas where the level of noise activity is low. This is why getting to your fishing destination at “the crack of dawn” is always preferred. - Areas where the fish can congregate such as around rocks and weed are good options. Even try around jetty structures or other areas of cover. Largemouth bass are expert at ambushing their intended prey. Remember, if you don’t get results the first time, be prepared to move to a different spot. Largemouth bass are expert at ambushing their intended prey. - Try and ascertain signs of life around your fishing area. Birds are a good indication of fish being present. If there is baitfish around and the birds are feeding then it’s a good bet that the largemouth bass won’t be far away. - Largemouth bass are comfortable in deep or shallow water but they usually like staying out of a current flow. Your gear should include equipment for both levels of water. Always have selection of surface and deep water lures. Water currents are a factor as well. If there is a current present, then look at fishing the covered areas. - Finally, don’t become predictable. Be prepared to try different things. Move as often as you have to. If the fish aren’t biting on plastic or live bait, then try a reaction lure. If you are fishing an area with murky water color try a clearer area. If you are in deep water and exhausted all bait options, then try more shallow depths. Largemouth bass fishing can test a novice angler’s ability and patience but the key is not to become stuck in a routine. If it’s not working, change it. Dean Caporella is a professional broadcaster. Give yourself the best chance of catching largemouth bass with these tips and techniques. Become a bass fishing success with news, views and reviews at: http://www.bassfishingheaven.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Dean_Caporella http://EzineArticles.com/?Increase-Your-Largemouth-Bass-Fishing-Catch-With-These-Tips-And-Techniques!&id=383159 no credit check apartments in northern virginia lenders bad credit low income florida online car loan personal loan legal form
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Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Is Kimmer’s New Diet Plan Really “Turning Fatties Into Hotties”?

By April Wend If you are the least bit familiar with healthy low carb eating you must have heard of a lady by the name of Kimmer by now. Kimmer has, as her supportive followers would say, “cleverly developed a new form of low carb eating unlike any other.” This new low carb plan has caused not only her own weight loss, but the weight loss of countless others she has personally coached to literally skyrocket with fat melting off their bodies at amazing speed! A plan that has been deemed “KIMKINS.” Floods of overweight people that claim they are sick and tired of the empty promises other weight loss plans dish out.. as well as those that had enough of waiting weeks, even months to shed just 1 pant size are flocking to Kimmer in hopes of finding out her secret on how they can “double their weight loss speed,” in some cases even “triple it”! After all, she has proven her own plan successful (or is it) by shedding an incredible 198 pounds in less than 1 year! She has also managed to maintain that weight loss now for over 5 years, making her the role model that so many overweight Americans, (as well as others around the world) now look up to! What makes this particular low carb weight loss plan different? It appears the secret has a lot to do with there being less fat than Atkins, fewer carbs than South Beach, and of course the lightening speed of weight loss.. something Weight Watchers does not promise. Kimmer has different phases to her weight loss plan. The first known as “K/E” which means “The Kimmer Experiment.” This is a very specific eating plan that lasts about 3-5 days with the purpose of achieving real ketosis. K/E has a carb count of nearly “0.” The “experiment”, basically, is to use this way of eating to determine whether or not you were over on carbs in your prior diet. If you drop a large amount of weight within a short period of time, that supposedly means you were over on carbs and should adjust your eating accordingly. Kimmer does not allow for net carb counting either, unlike the popular Atkins diet. She claims that being over on carbs is one of the biggest reason so many people fail on other popular low carb diet plans. Once in ketosis she would then suggest you switch into what is called “Kimkins” way of eating for the remainder of your weight loss. The one main difference between the two plans is K/E does not allow any form of veggies to be eaten like Kimkins does. Basically, it is only lean meats and eggs and enough oil/fat to make your menu work. Because of this, as you can imagine.. the fat count is very low right along with the carbs. She also has a suggested maintenance plan available that you can follow once goal is achieved. It appears this plan includes certain amounts and types of dairy, fruit and grains as well as an increased number of vegetables allowed. I think it’s important to say there is still much debate on whether or not this plan is the best approach for achieving total health. Those that support low fat/high carb eating continue to voice their fears and concerns about Kimkins low carb/low fat eating plan. Many claim it is dangerous to limited fats and carbs to such low levels as well as the number of calories being so low as a result of it. They also fear the speed of weight loss is not a healthy benefit. However, Kimmer continues to stand her ground claiming her plan is not only effective but 100% SAFE. It’s hard to tell who’s telling the truth. Today, with over 2,000 members already enrolled in her new online “secret club”, with a rumored number of celebrities jumping on board and over 68 personal testimonies featured at the bottom of her front page alone, all I know is there are a bunch of happy people over there at Kimkins celebrating their dramatic “accelerated” weight loss success. Some even claiming they are transforming themselves from “Fatties to Hotties!” with the before and after pics to prove it. Hard to believe you might say? Too good to be true? I guess that’ll be for you to decide. April Wend: A 34 year old single mother on a quest to shed 160+ pounds. She has lost 97 pounds using the Kimkins weight loss plan - with 63 to go! View her progress: http://www.spankysvoice.com This article is free for republishing. Feel free to reprint this article in its entirety in your ezine, newsletter or website as long as the articles content is not modified and link is included. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=April_Wend http://EzineArticles.com/?Is-Kimmers-New-Diet-Plan-Really-Turning-Fatties-Into-Hotties?&id=447966 short term debt settlement loans texas bad credit used car loan faxless cash advance jacksonville no credit check car loan
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Monday, May 19, 2008

Winning at Post-Partum Weight Loss: Six Simple Strategies for New Moms - Part 2

By Susan Peach A healthy pregnancy almost always involves weight gain. But now that babys here, youre probably wishing those extra pounds would hurry up and disappear! While it wont happen overnight, these six simple tips can help you lose that extra weight in a healthy way. (If youve missed part 1 of this article, or want to read part 3, you can find them both at http://www.mambomoms.com/articles.html) 3) Drink plenty of water. You will probably be very thirsty if you are nursing your baby and you should drink as much as your thirst dictates. But even if youre not breastfeeding, lots of pure water is important in your quest to shed those pregnancy pounds. First of all, water has no calories, so when compared to other beverages, its hands down the best bet in terms of weight loss. Diet soft drinks and other low calorie beverages may have only a couple of calories, but your body craves pure water in order to be able to function properly. Besides, many people are concerned about the artificial sweeteners used in these products, and caffeinated diet drinks may increase fussiness in your baby if youre nursing. Go ahead and indulge if this is something you just cant live without, but make sure youre not doing it at the expense of your water needs. Secondly, water is helpful in the process of burning stored body fat. Studies have shown that not drinking enough water can hinder your weight loss efforts because the liver has to work harder to metabolize waste when your body is not properly hydrated. And finally, drinking enough water will help you feel full so you eat less. This is especially true if youre eating lots of high fiber foods such as whole grain breads and cereals. The fiber in whole grains will absorb water, making you feel full longer. Other liquids are fine too, such as juice, milk (dairy or substitutes), and herbal teas. But do try to stay away from those empty calorie soft drinks and anything thats labeled beverage, punch or drink instead of juice. And even though they may be considered healthful, watch your intake of pure fruit juices. Juices contain nutrients that your body needs, but they are a very concentrated source of sugar as well. Whenever possible you are better off to eat a piece of fresh fruit and drink water for thirst. You should also try to limit your intake of coffee and caffeinated tea. Doing so may help both you and your baby regulate your sleep habits. Some babies get very fussy and hard to settle when mom is breastfeeding and drinks caffeinated beverages. Drinking lots of water is one of those things that seems easy in theory, but in practice it can be difficult to accomplish. One effective strategy to help make sure you get enough is to place water bottles strategically around the house. You can buy small plastic bottles of water by the case at the grocery store or you can buy the refillable type of bottle that you might take to the gym or on your bike. Put a bottle anywhere you spend time during the day: near your favourite nursing chair (put several hereyoull probably use them all!), near babys change table, on the bathroom counter, on top of the washing machine, on the kitchen counter, on your desk, on a shelf near the front door, beside your bed, on the kitchen table, etc. Each morning, spend 3 or 4 minutes making the rounds collecting yesterdays empty bottles and replacing them with fresh ones. This way, youll be more likely to drink lots of water because there will always be some close at hand. 4) Breastfeed your baby if at all possible. Depending on the age and weight of your baby, you can use around 800 calories a day producing milk for her. Besides the host of other benefits that breastfeeding affords both you and your baby, quicker postnatal weight loss is one advantage that all new moms welcome. Even if you are returning to work or cant breastfeed full time for any reason, any amount of breast milk is good for your baby, and as a perk, will help you use up additional calories for as long as you are able to continue. In addition, breastfeeding releases natural hormones that help you relax. Since the hormones released when you are stressed can contribute to weight gain, it only makes sense to counter this with activities that help you relax. Breastfeeding is a wonderful way to do this, and you and your baby will also benefit in so many other ways. If you need more information or support with breastfeeding, visit La Leche League International on the web at http://www.LaLecheLeague.org In part three of this article youll learn ways to burn extra calories easily and enjoyably without sweating it out at the gym. Youll also learn the secret that savvy new moms use to effortlessly burn up to an extra 200 calories a day thats 2 pounds a month with no extra effort! Susan Peach is a retired La Leche League Leader, a dance and fitness instructor, and mother to two teenage boys. She is also the creator of Mambo Moms, a fun and gentle Latin dance based fitness program that helps new moms get back in shape while spending quality play time with their babies. Find out more at http://www.mambomoms.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Susan_Peach http://EzineArticles.com/?Winning-at-Post-Partum-Weight-Loss:-Six-Simple-Strategies-for-New-Moms—Part-2&id=12309 personal loans gold coast fast cash loan las vegas low fee payday loan 50k unsecured loans
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Thursday, May 15, 2008

Tooth - Organ Relationships: Tooth 4, 5, 12, and 13 Upper First and Second Bicuspids

By Dennis Raney Abstract: There is a little known but important connection between individual teeth and specific organs of the body. This connection is related to the meridians used by acupuncturists. A knowledgeable practitioner will attempt to determine if the source problem is with the tooth or the organ. Sometimes a serious organ problem can be resolved by the treatment or extraction of the related tooth. Other times, the organ is the source and nothing done to the teeth will help until the organ problem has been resolved. This information is offered as educational information only. It is not intended to be used by the reader as diagnostic data nor should any form of treatment be initiated based solely on the information contained here. — Dr, Dennis Raney, ND, author. The number 4, 5, 12 and 13 Upper First and Second Bicuspids Teeth number 4 and 5 are on the right side of the body and generally affect organs on the right side, while numbers 12 and 13 are on the left and generally affects organs on that side. Sometimes there is a bleed-over that causes some pain on the left for a tooth on the right, for instance, but generally, the practitioner will need to know as nearly exact as possible which side has the pain or, in the case of wisdom teeth, whether it is an upper or a lower tooth. You dont want to have a tooth pulled from the left side, for instance, if the one affected is actually on the right side. You probably have noticed that it is often difficult to tell exactly which tooth is the one hurting most. Narrowing the symptoms in the hunt for an affected tooth or organ can be frustrating and time consuming. The connections These bicuspids affect (or are affected by) the large intestine and the lungs. Vertebrae C1, C2, C5, C6, C7, TH2, TH3, TH4, L4, and L5 are connected to these teeth. Segments of the spinal marrow and dermatomes affected are SC1, SC2, SC5, SC6, SC7, STH2, STH3, STH4, SL4, and SL5. The joints associated with the upper bicuspids are foot, big toe, shoulder (radial side), elbow (radial side), and hand (radial side). The thymus and the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland are in the connection string for the bicuspids, as are the nose and the ethmoidal cells of the paranasal sinuses. Copyright 2005, Dennis Raney, USA. About the author: Dennis Raney, ND, is a retired nationally ceritified naturopathic doctor and a certified natural health practitioner. Holding degrees from Southern Methodist University, University of Texas at Dallas, and Trinity School of Natural Health. Dr. Raney retired after more than ten years of practice and is now working as an author and consultant in natural health practices. His latest website is www.survivingprostatecancer.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Dennis_Raney http://EzineArticles.com/?Tooth—Organ-Relationships:-Tooth-4,-5,-12,-and-13-Upper-First-and-Second-Bicuspids&id=77622 greensboro apartments no credit check fixed interest personal loans costa rica money lenders my bills are more than my paycheck
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Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Safe Weight Loss with Healthy Snacking

By Troy Shanahan Fact: whether it comes from fats, proteins, or carbohydrates, a calorie is a calorie is a calorie. Fact: if you eat more calories than you use up, you will put on weight. Its as simple as this - the amount of calories in must be equal to or less than the amount of calories out. In these times of hectic, frenetic, busy daily lives, when we all are juggling a diversity of roles, its no wonder that healthy eating goes straight out of the window. Rushing to get to work, get the kids to school, to catch up with our work, going to meetings, getting the domestic chores done etc, makes it easy to miss meals altogether and buy impulse junk food. You can make it easier to be sure you get a wide variety of foods from all the food groups and follow a healthier eating plan if you use a little planning ahead. By snacking on healthy foods, you can, to a certain degree, overcome any harm you are doing to your body by not eating properly. Likewise, eating small meals throughout your day can help you provide stable nourishment for your body. Food in its raw state, eaten as unprocessed as possible guarantees that you are getting the full extent of the vitamins and minerals since nothing will be destroyed by cooking. Heating modifies food molecules and destroys many nutrients and enzymes within your diet. Eating food which is raw obliges you to chew more, to break the food down. Doing this also sends signals to the digestive tract to produce just the right amount of digestive enzymes. Another healthy eating tip is that where possible, try to grill or bake your food in rather than frying it. If you must fry or saut, then use half the amount of fat called for in the recipe, giving preference to polyunsaturated fat oils. Dont forget that brown bread and rice is nutritionally superior to the white counterparts, containing higher amounts of fiber, minerals and other nutrients. Wholemeal bread is an top notch convenience food, so try to get your kids accustomed to brown bread in their earlier years, and avoid white bread altogether. When it comes to drinks and hot beverages, you are almost overwhelmed for choices when it comes to the realm of herbal teas. It might not sound like your cup of tea now, but dont knock them until youve tried them. For coffee lovers there are even healthy coffee alternatives available, such as dandelion coffee. Make the switch to healthy snacking for safe weight loss in a busy day. Visit http://www.Medopedia.com for information about safe weight loss surgery options. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Troy_Shanahan http://EzineArticles.com/?Safe-Weight-Loss-with-Healthy-Snacking&id=390982 2008 arkansas payday loan industry asset based hard money lenders no credit check virginia online installment loans hard money lenders in virginia
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Friday, May 2, 2008

Dating After 40: Why Men Go Poof

By R.L. Morgan Vanish. Disappear. Do a David Copperfield. I’ve pondered this a lot, as it’s happened often. I’ve interviewed men friends. The following is what I’ve gleaned. If you don’t hear from a guy after one date, it’s clear he’s not interested. No problem, even though it’s classier to send a nice email stating such. But what if you’ve gone out 2, 3 or more times? You seem to enjoy each others’ company. You have fun. Laugh. Good conversation. Some hand holding. Maybe some kissing. Maybe more. Then poof. He’s gone. Without a word. Here are my theories on why he disappears. He goes poof without so much as an “I’m not feeling it,” “I thought we were a match, but now I don’t think so,” “I’m looking for casual dating and it seems you want more,” “We want different things, so I don’t think we should continue seeing each other,” “I’ve decided to focus on someone else (or get back with my ex),” “You’re a wonderful woman, but I’m not feeling chemistry,” or “I just wanted a booty call.” * He doesn’t want to hurt your feelings, and doesn’t know how to say (in person, phone or writing) any of the above. So he thinks it’s best to stop contact and hope you’ll get the message. * He doesn’t want any drama. He’s had experience — or heard stories — of otherwise reasonable women going ballistic when a guy cuts her loose. Lots of yelling, crying, blaming, name calling, insulting his manhood or ancestors, perhaps throwing items — at him, down stairwells, out windows. * He doesn’t feel connected enough to you to feel he owes you any explanation. * This is his pattern and it’s worked for him in the past, so he sees no reason to actually communicate with a woman he’s been seeing and now decides to drop. * He doesn’t like something fundamental about you (your shape, kiss, laugh, personality) and he’s afraid if he tells you he’s moving on, you’ll ask why. He doesn’t want to have to tell you are a bad kisser/lover, have bad breath/BO, don’t dress sexily, aren’t smart enough, are too smart, etc. So to avoid an uncomfortable conversation, he disappears. * He doesn’t feel he can satisfy you sexually. One man told me that if there have been a few attempts and a man hasn’t satisfied the woman he will leave, as he feels it reflects on him. So rather than face the possibility that he is a bad lover, or be humiliated if she tells him or tries to suggest changes, he’ll leave. * He doesn’t think you can satisfy him sexually. He has ED and wants you to put everything back the way it used to be. When he can’t perform, you are history. He thinks there must be a sexy woman out there who can get it working again. * He doesn’t think he can make you happy. You have (or desire) a champagne lifestyle and he has a beer-budget job. He knows he can’t give you what you want or expect, so disappears into the night. * He prefers other priorities/activities (work, sports, kicking with the guys) to hanging out with you. * He’s involved with someone else. He’s auditioning you for spare gal (for when his alpha woman isn’t available) or to replace his current one. He decides he’s happier with his current squeeze. How would he possibly say that to you? I’m sure women must vanish for similar reasons, but since I don’t date women, I don’t know. R.L. Morgan, “The Dating Goddess,” brings you her experience from the front line of dating after 40 — having dated 73 men in 2 years after her 20-year marriage broke up. Read her insights and lessons to help you date more effectively. She’s a bestselling author, Oprah guest, and speaker. Read all of the Dating Goddess’s wisdom at Adventures in Dating After 40, http://www.DatingGoddess.com 2006-07 RL Morgan, All rights reserved. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=R.L._Morgan http://EzineArticles.com/?Dating-After-40:-Why-Men-Go-Poof&id=396922 bad credit loan stop foreclosure refinancing credit report 7 years bad-credit rental homes in tucson az for bad credit learn about credit scores
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Sunday, April 27, 2008

How to Buy a Porch Swing

By Kevin Snook The Porch Swing is enjoying a surge in popularity thanks to the latest Home & Garden trend towards building “Garden Rooms”. Patio Furniture Retailers have responded by flooding the market with so many options that making a choice can be a daunting task. Here are some factors that you should consider to help you make the best Porch Swing choice for you: Porch Swings are now made from a wide range of building materials. The most common are wood and wicker. Popular woods used are cedar, teak, pine, maple, and oak. The materials vary greatly in terms of strenth and durability. While Oak is the strongest, it also tend to be very heavy. Cedar offers the greatest strength to lightest weight ratio. The wood is very light and has 80% the strength of oak. Cedar also has natural properties that enable the wood to resist rot and decay. In addition, it won’t bow or sag, crack or chip making it one of Outdoor Furniture’s most desired building materials. Pine is lightweight and relatively inexpensive but is soft and dents and cracks easily. The durability of wicker varies depending on the materials used to make the wicker. Porch Swing physical features like seat depth, angle of the back and space between the slats, length of the seat, and joint construction can vary widely. The depth of the seat is one feature that is very important. Seat depth can range from 18 to 36 Inches. There is no one correct depth. It’s a personal choice based on comfort. For maximal comfort, the back of the Swing should be slightly tilted. And there should be some space between the slats to allow air to circulate. Swings can generally hold one to three people depending on the length of the seat. But keep in mind that the longer the seat the heavier the supports that will be required. Generally, a Porch Swing that seats two comfortably is recommended. Finally, the functional nature of Porch Swings requires that the joints be screwed or bolted together. Joints that are nailed together are not recommended as a Porch Swing is a functional peice of and the nails will come loose with use. Another criterium to consider is whether to buy a finished or unfinished Porch Swing. Porch Swings are now available in a variety of finishes. Some are stained, others painted in colors ranging from white to a rainbow of multiple colors. Many Porch Swings are also unfinished. The unfinished Porch Swings provide the most options later and some can be left to age naturally without finishing. Unfinished Cedar, for example, is “Outdoor reaady”. No finishing is required. An unfinshed Patio Furniture Porch Swing also leaves lots of “dress up” options. While it might be difficult to find cushions to match muti-colored Porch Swings, by starting with an unfinished Outdoor Furniture swing, you could pick the stain or paint to match the cushion! Installion is another important consideration. If you have a covered Porch with exposed joists, your installation job is automatically made easier. However, your options re: length and weight of the Porch Swing may be limited. If you intend on building your own Porch Swing support for the garden or an uncovered porch, more options are open to you as you can build the support according to the weight and length of the Porch Swing. By considering the building material, physical features, the finish, and your particular installation requirements in advance, your task of choosing the Porch Swing that is best for you will be much easier. And you’ll be enjoying your Porch Swing that much faster with fewer hastles! Kevin Snook is the owner and operator of Patio Furniture retailer http://www.GoCedar.com, Porch Swing that’s shipped free to homes and cottages throughout the Continental USA and Canada. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kevin_Snook http://EzineArticles.com/?How-to-Buy-a-Porch-Swing&id=46373 bad credit car loan butte best rated non profit debt consolidation obtain free credit report car dealers funding for dealers with bad credit
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Wednesday, April 23, 2008

For Worse, No Matter How Bad

By Vlady Peters At the height of the Black Plague raging during the medieval age, the one cry heard most frequently was, Bring out Your Dead. Death was so omnipresent that some cities lost ninety percent of their citizens. By the time the plague played itself out, neither church, nor government, nor the medical profession, was inclined to go out and succour the needy. They knew that exposure meant almost certain death. It is remarkable, therefore, that throughout these times, it was unknown for the husband to abandon his wife, or the wife to abandon her husband. They stayed with each other while healthy. They stayed with each other while the healthy spouse nursed the sick one. More often than not they died together. But always the healthy spouse stayed till death parted them. While the plague decimated the countryside, it also revitalized marriage since so many people lost their spouses. Lovers who found each other during these trying times, looked for ways and means to keep themselves fit and healthy till they reached the alter rails. Some had a shot of elderlberry every day, believing this to be particularly beneficial. Others wore all sorts of charms and necklaces. Spells were very much in demand. And one couple of lovers, determined to survive no matter what, went so far as to bathe themselves in urine every morning. However, the most prevalent belief was that the disease was carried on the air, and to prevent becoming infected, the bad smells had to be counteracted by such good smells as the burning of incense or filling a house with flowers. Out of doors, people resorted to holding flowers to their noses in order not to inhale the foul air around them. In those early medieval weddings, the brides bouquet often included not only flowers but herbs such as rosemary, sage and even garlic. It was many centuries later that the wedding bouquet stopped being a deterrent to bad spirits and bad air, and simply became a decoration though often a symbolic one. Vlady Peters is an Australian Civil Marriage Celebrant authorised to perform marriages in Australia. She also perform general ceremonies such as Baby Naming, Renewal of Vows and Commitment Ceremonies. To learn more about her as a celebrant and an author visit vlady at http://www.weddings-celebrant.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Vlady_Peters http://EzineArticles.com/?For-Worse,-No-Matter-How-Bad&id=231273 sugarland credit repair credit scores great good excellent gas card bad credit how to maximize your credit score before moving to united states
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