So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Where to Purchase an Outdoor Metal Gazebo at a Fair Price

By Jeff Johnson

If you have made the decision to add something grand to your backyard and were thinking of buying into an outdoor metal gazebo an outdoor screened gazebo a temporary gazebo or any other type, there are some initial steps you must take first.

The first thing you want to do is decide on the material and size of outdoor metal gazebo that you are interested in getting. This is very important because this will affect the cost of the gazebo, and as well how much space you are going to need to have in your backyard to put the gazebo.

Your next priority will be to excavate the location for your gazebo. This is a requirement so that you can move on with the construction regardless of what type you are going to get. You must make sure that you have the required space and the perfect location picked out for it

Where to Buy

Here are some of the best retailers for Prefabricated outdoor metal gazebos around. If building the gazebo is just not something that you feel like undertaking then these are the places that you will want to check out. Take the time and do this as it will save you money.

A truly fine company specializing in the selling of unique and absolutely beautiful stylish gazebo structures is Gazebo Creations. The have about every style that you might think of including rectangular gazebos,oval gazebos,pergolas, pavilions and more. This is truly a one stop shop for your Gazebo needs.

This company is not only limited to home variety gazebos the offer a complete section of commercial gazebos and cabanas all at very reasonable prices. They are constantly coming up with new and innovative structures so you will always want to keep going back to find the latest and hottest in the gazebo industry.

Another fine quality gazebo company that you will want to check out is The Gazebo Shop. They are very competitive in their pricing and have very good customer satisfaction. They are always willing to work with you to ensure that you are completely satisfied with every purchase that you make. They are also willing and able to custom design your gazebo to the specifications that you desire. So no matter what your needs are they can fill the order.

A gazebo will definitely be a wise investment and one that will be well worth the money spent. Whether you want to lie out in the sun and soak up the sun or use it for some shade and read a book, you will love it.

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The Fun and Cool Pink Flip Video Camcorder Ultra Series

By Chadwick Gabby

The Pink Flip Video Ultra Camcorder is the most popular Camcorder available and that's not strange. The new series even has a Pink version of the Flip Video Ultra Camcorder Series. Let's have a closer look at this amazing gadget!

The Pink Flip Video Ultra Camcorder is a state-of-the-art camcorder with a 528 x 132 pixels screen video resolution. Its dimensions are - Height 4.17 x Width 2.16 x Depth 1.25. The best feature of this device is that it is easy-to-use and it is just pocket-sized, which makes it easy to carry around as well.

Because of the nice sizing you can take the camera with you all the time and it's also very easy to use thanks to the four buttons fir instantly recording your videos. The buttons also function for zooming and instant playback.

Without any problems you can record 60 minutes of full VGA-quality video and the storage room on hand is a nice 2GB and you can transfer the video to your computer with the build in USB stick which is also one the great fun futures of this gadget.

Taking videos and photos isn't all that this little miracle thing can do. It has a great future that will able you to directly send videos through emails. Now you can share them with all your friends and family almost instantly.

Using the software here you can also upload the video into YouTube and AOL. In case you wish to capture stills from the video, the software also allow you to do this in a quick and simple way. If you don't want a particular video, use the camcorder's delete function to delete it. This camcorder has a built-in speaker and it also has a microphone which includes a wide range of functions.

So, go on, buy this stylish Pink Flip Video Ultra Camcorder and enjoy the precious moments of life by recording them in videos. Enjoy taking videos with your friends and family with this camcorder. Life's precious moments should be fully enjoyed and cherished.

Start recording with the Pink Flip Video Ultra Camcorder Series. Use the software for Video Editing and share them with your friends, family or even with the world. Buy it for yourself or for someone special for Christmas. The Pink Flip Video Ultra Camcorder is the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones .

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The Annual Who Cares Committee Inc Toy Run

By LJ James

I'm sure most of you from Long Island NY go to the Who Cares Committee Toy Run every year and have been going for many years as it is a Long Island Biker tradition! Some of you may or may not know over a few years back Bob Whelehan (a good friend of mine) who was the President of the Committee passed away due to complications caused by his Diabetes, leaving his Wife and Kids with many bills to take care of. His Wife Liz known as Mom to many because of how giving she has always been took over as President of the Committee and running the Toy Run to make sure the Children of the St. Chris-Ottille Residential Treatment Center in Sea Cliff Still received their Presents every year.Even with her own bills piling up due to the loss of her Husbands income!!!

Well as if things where not bad enough for Liz and her Family while she was walking home from the Super Market a car ran a red light and hit Liz while she was walking across the street in the cross walk putting her out of work an into a Wheel Chair! Being the strong women she is, she has fought back and can now walk around a little with the use of a cane. Liz is living on $600 a month until she can get well enough to get back to work. She can not pay all of her rent or bills!

Now With a story like that you may believe Liz would have been looking for some one to help her out, and why not? After all she has done for the Children of people of Long Island over the years! But no that is not what she was looking for. She was looking for help Running the Toy Run for the kids of St.Chris-Ottille. The Who Cares Committee being in Disarray because of all the tragedy that had befallen it had lost its AMA Charter and needed help Getting the Toy Run Sanctioned and Insured and of course they needed some able body Bikers to help work the sign up at the Sears Parking lot in Hicksville!

Well when the bikers of Long island heard about this they came out in force to help out! Members of L.I.M.A (The Long Island Motorcycle Association)a Club of AMA Clubs got the Run Sanctioned and insured and Bikers from all walks of the Biker world came down to help out! Members of the Mortal Skulls MC who own an Entertainment Company Donated their time to D.J. the Run and announce the Raffles at the party at the VFW Hall, 320 South Broadway, Hicksville. Once again Members of L.I.M.A. helped out, This time with cooking and serving the food. As anyone who has been to this event knows the food is always incredible.

So often we here the cry as Bikers to help one of our own and we always do!!! This time the Cry was to help one of our own Continue to help others and again on a cold December day We where there!!! The Long Island Biker Community over the past few years has really come together, The differences and prejudices of the past seem to really be melting away!!! If you would like to become a Member of the Who Cares Committee or just help out at next years Toy Run go to angelfire.com/ny2/whocarescommittee

I'll see you There!!! Your Bro L.J. James AmericanBikerX.com Radio Show BikerLowdown.com

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Do You Know Which Knee High Boots Are Perfect For You?

By Susan Jones

With the onslaught of the cold season comes the time to get out all your pairs of knee high boots. With a whole host of features, knee high boots are very versatile. They are very practical in the cold weather. They not only keep your legs warm they also look exceptionally stylish.

When paired with a skirt, knee high boots have a romantic sexy and sophisticated. Only problem, apparently, is that there are specific boots for the multitude of legs shapes and size and even color out there. Fashion stylists agree that you have to find the right pair of boots for your particular leg shape and style. Below are quick rules of thumb to follow

Larger legs love boots to The secret when you have a larger leg is to buy knee high boots that have a little bit of give, some materials have more elasticity than others so take that into account when you are buying them.

Knee High Boots Are Right for Thinner Legs If your legs are skinny, you would want to put on a slouch boots with a more slender heel. The trick is to use boots that add a little bulk to your feet. Women with skinny ankles might want to wear a boot that has some structure or bulk to it like the western styles and the slouch boots. Also try the more slender heel because as heavy heels have the tendency to make your legs appear even thinner.

Where To Wear Boots You can wear your knee high boots just about anywhere as long as they fit in with the rest of your outfit and they are suitable for the enviroment in which you are going into. Some boots can be worn to work and then straight on out to a dinner or other party, while others are only suitable for parties. Take the same care when choosing which pair of boots to wear as you would when choosing which shoes to wear or which outfit to pick.

Are Knee Boots Right For Me? Yes! During the depths of winter boots are a great way to keep your feet and legs warm while also looking supremely fashionable. When it isn't winter then just wear them because they look great and make you feel good.

Knee high boots will work in just about any situation and since you can normally grab yourself a pair at a bargain price if you shop online there really is no excuse to not have a different pair for every social situation.

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Matching your style to your bathroom vanity

By Jamie J. Zidan

When you're looking for a different theme for your bathroom you may also be considering the purchase of a brand new bathroom vanity. You will find quite a few older homes that simply have a piece of glass on the wall serving as a mirror. Now you will find most new homes have some type of framed vanity mirror. The vanity mirror situated above the sink has become an extremely crucial component of your bathroom. The reason for this is because it can be changed out regularly while the other bathroom fixtures (toilet, bathtub, sink) are permanent because of piping layout.

If you set out to do a total renovation of the bathroom you will be able to change out your toilet, shower or sink. But if it's just a new design your focusing on there isn't much you can change with them. They are still used in the same fashion. The theme of the shower curtain can be changed as well as the seat on the toilet. You may want to go with a wood, plastic or cushioned style. These are just two of the cosmetic changes that can be made to the permanent fixtures periodically. The only item that you have total control over is your bathroom vanity and mirror.

A bathroom vanity mirror can be called the basic building block of a bathroom theme. It can be trimmed with any color which makes this feature very flexible in any bathroom theme. The influence of the mirror will be noticed by all the guests and also will affect the bathroom's theme. If you feel that you have choose the wrong mirror, your bathroom will not be balanced and it will feel like you just threw all the pieces in place without a purpose.

When decorating your bathroom you need to take the first step, coming up with a theme. You need to make sure that the theme is inviting. The best way to bring a certain theme in is purchasing the appropriate bathroom vanity. When using earth tones, it brings warmth into a room full of bright white porcelain furniture. When using stone for the vanity counter, earth tones match very well. This type of stone can also be found in tiles that would go nice on the floor to carry out the theme.

In choosing the right bathroom vanity, you will want to find the appropriate size of sink and one that coordinates well with your overall theme. Understanding that your sink and mirror should be proportionate to each other can help you when you're searching for a new one.

When working with warm tones in your bathroom, you may want to decide on gold fixtures. You could also add some gold accents by picking a bathroom vanity that could have gold trim. The simple way for a mirror to fit into the theme of your bathroom is to make sure that it coordinates with the trim on the vanity and it can all be looked at by the overhead lighting.

When you are designing your bathroom you need to look at how much room is available and the appropriate size of bathroom vanity you need. You also don't want it too crowded so use accessories sparingly. The whole idea about theme is not just to bring out the wood around the mirror but also on the vanity.

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Choosing Wine: Cater to Good Taste!

By Tony Hampton

Wine tasting is not as hard as you think. You don't need to be an expert and can even begin without any recognized training. As far as etiquette is concerned, the ladies are normally served before the gentlemen. Be prepared to be given bottle water served at room temperature at your wine tasting party. You might find this strange but the water is used to clean your palate out equipped for the next taste of wine. Make sure that the water you are given is not too cold as this can shock the palate and ruin the taste of your next drink.

Holding the wine glass by the stem and not the bowl in the palm of your hand is very important when it comes to wine tasting. One thing that people don't realize is that the palm of your hand is warm and this can warm up the wine therefore changing the taste.

Tasting the wine doesn't just involve putting the wine in your mouth and roll it around your tongue a couple of times before spitting or swallowing.

The first step in tasting wine is by taking a look at its color. The glasses served should always be clean and clear in order for you take a good look at the wine. Use a white background when checking the color of the wine, this will enable you to see the true color and clarity of the wine. White doesn't always mean white when it come to wine, you can sometimes find white wine with a brown, yellow or even green shade. Again red isn't always a pure red, you can have lots of different shaded but older red wine tend to be a little lighter.

Try doing a rim test and look at the color of the wine, this can give you some indication as to the age or flavor. Just tilt the glass and look at the wine, if it is purplish in color, it indicates that the wine is young, if it is brownish, it means that it is an older wine.

Testing the scent is the next step and this is done by swirling the wine around the glass to mix in the air and then breath fully through the nose after placing the glass just above your top lip. The wine could have been in the bottle for a little as six months to many years so by swirling the wine you will be releasing the flavors. It's like cooking at home where you stir the food in order for you to blend the flavor.

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How do Florists create Flower Arrangements?

By Amy Nutt

Many people who are unfamiliar with the art of floristry simply believe that a florist does nothing more than jam a bunch of flowers into a pretty vase and then mark up the price to make a living " this could not be further from the truth. Florists must have excellent coordination, a keen eye for design and a good working knowledge of the plants that they use in order to be even the least bit successful.

A steady Hand and a keen Eye

A good florist knows how to select the healthiest and heartiest forms of the plant they will use in a particular arrangement. They know how to cut and handle each individual flower (or any other piece of foliage that they are using) so that none of the pieces of the arrangement get damaged during the creative process. A broken and bruised flower has no place in a beautiful arrangement, so the utmost care is taken throughout the entire process to ensure that all the flowers remain healthy.

Knowledge of Color and Design

When creating a custom arrangement, a florist must know what colors will work together in the arrangement as well as what will work in particular surroundings. They must also be aware of textures and smell that will work together in a pleasing manner to make the most overall aesthetically appealing arrangement.

Some florists are capable of this entire part of the process by natural instinct, they can just tell what types of plants and flowers will work together and which will not. Other florists will study art and design in an effort to give them a creative edge in this area to produce the best flower arrangements possible.

Theme Arrangements

Creating beautiful flowers isnt just a seasonal thing; all types of occasions and holiday require the florist to put forth their effort in developing new and exciting arrangements. Weddings , birthday flowers, anniversaries, births, deaths and holidays are all occasions that flower arrangements can be provided for.

During some of these more special or thoughtful occasions, florists may go to an extra level to create a particularly beautiful piece. Some florists will create arrangements using a customers favorite flower as the centerpiece upon request " in these arrangements a florist may have to use materials that they are not entirely familiar working with so the creative part of their personality must really come into play.

For other occasions the florist may create an arrangement that looks floral, but doesnt include any flowers. Arrangements may be made from food products or other unusual items to create a truly original and custom arrangement.

For other occasions a florist may be called upon to create floral wreaths, corsages or boutonnires, which can be even more difficult because these arrangements dont have anything in which to house or contain them.

Floristry is certainly not something that just anyone can do, the how of making a flower arrangement is a difficult task that requires many elements and areas of knowledge to complete as beautifully and perfectly as possible for a special occasion. Flower arrangements are the centerpieces of such forever memorable occasions as weddings and proms and gifts that the memory of will be cherished for years to come.

Flower arrangements can alter the whole mood of an event; a truly beautiful arrangement can be the icing on the cake, so to speak. Its true that anyone can easily pick some flowers and plop them in a vase, but only a well trained and ultra creative florist can create an arrangement that will not only steal the show, but last through it as well.

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Guide To Cooking Cakes With Your Kids

By Jenni Snook

Kids love to help and it makes them feel clever when it comes to cooking cakes. By making them a part of the process of cake cooking, they learn about responsibility early as well as the useful skill of cooking.

Cooking can serve as a special time for bonding between parents and kids. Kids should only assist in tasks appropriate for their age.

You probably shouldn't permit your young kid to crack open an egg but instead let them put the egg in the bowl. This way, they feel that they are indeed helping out.

Kids love to taste. There's nothing more delightful to a child then being able to lick the beaters after you've made a bowl of chocolate frosting. Kids learn by getting involved.

It's ok if they get a bit of icing on their fingers and cheeks because the time spent with your kids can be priceless.

You can make your kids feel important by letting them do simple things. The best thing would not be to let them play with dangerous utensils but instead to let them play with a ball of dough.

It's so much fun cooking with the kids that the kids themselves don't know that they are learning a valuable skill.

By cooking with your kids, you can be assured that they will feel important and special.

Don't fret about the little messes the clever little ones make, enjoy the thrill of watching them taste their cake creation. Remember this moment always. Before you know it, your kids will no longer be kids. Hence, it's great to create special memories by cake cooking with them.

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