Unique Romantic Golf Gifts For Men

By James B Markus

If you find it difficult to shop for the men in your life, be they your spouse, father, son, distant family member or friend, you should consider a golf gift basket. Not only is it a personalized gift for their distinct interests, it's a gift idea that can translate for any occasion.

When it is Valentines or Holiday time, a golf gift basket would be a unique gift. For example if you want to surprise your husband, but you don't know what to get him for a special occasion, think about buying gift baskets decorated just for him. You can buy items for playing golf such as new golf clubs, tee and balls with his name or initials on it. Also, you can buy him clothes to wear when he plays golf. You could even send him on a treasure hunt by leaving notes where he can find his gifts. There are numerous ways to surprise him.

Many women worry that they don't know if they can find romantic gifts for men. Of course, you can find a romantic gift. You can make your own gift basket for a weekend of golf. You can buy a gift certificate for him to play free golf games at his favorite golf course. Also you can make hotel reservations and plans to eat dinner. All of this shows that you are thinking of him with love and romance. Your man will thank you for this.

It can be hard to think of a get well gift for your guy. Chocolates and roses don't usually work. A good choice for golfers is a gift basket of golfing supplies. You can put in small golf accessories like club covers, gloves, gift certificates for the local driving range, as well as a card with a golf design on the cover. This costs about the same as what roses would, but it will be something he is happy about, and will appreciate when he gets better.

If you have an idea for a golf gift basket as a gift but you aren't creative or don't have the time to make one yourself, there are many places that can help you create the perfect basket. Look online at different florist, you will find that many have several different options for you to choose from and many can be delivered on the same day. If you are still not able to find something you like then check for specialty stores that create gift baskets to order.

Whether your budget is big or small, you can create a memorable, personalized gift for the men in your life by choosing to create golf gift baskets. Not only will the gifts show that you know your men, but they are gifts that will be remembered for a long time.

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You're probably pretty excited to find that perfect gift at this point. Romantic Gifts for guys or girls are easy with the proper information and motivation.

The Anniversary Gift Basket: Its the Thought that Counts

By vina zevigny

Once the wedding ceremony is over the married couple is quick to settle into a comfortable routine. With the mundane tasks such as work, paying bills and household chores, the wedding day bliss begins to fade into fond memories. As the years pass by the couple knows there is one special day each year that will be set aside to commemorate their anniversary. Parents, friends, and children often show their affection by giving the couple a gift each year. Anniversary gift baskets are a popular choice for this special day. They are ideal since they can be easily personalized to fit the interests of the couple.

The Gift that is Personalized

A bottle of wine is a very typical gift for a couple celebrating their anniversary. Most couples will have a specific preference, either white or red wine. If you are giving a gift of spirits it might be fun to bring it up a notch and give champagne for a change. The lucky pair will love it, champagne makes a celebration perfect. It would be a lovely gesture to select one of the anniversary gift baskets that includes two beautiful champagne flutes along with some juicy strawberries, and some imported chocolates.

Anniversary gift baskets provide such flexibility that you can really get creative. It is possible to craft one to include all the fixings' for a barbecue feast or perhaps assemble everything needed to prepare an authentic Chinese dinner. You could even select one of the anniversary gift baskets that whisper romance. Nothing says romance better than a basketful of bubble baths and luscious body creams. Round out the romance basket with some scented candles and the couple will benefit from this gift for several evenings.

Some of us just aren't very crafty and the idea of putting together a gift, of any type, on our own is a really daunting task. If this is the case you can purchase anniversary gift baskets that are made-to-order. Many companies create these for their customers and you can even request the type of anniversary gift baskets you want. In this case you might want a movie night basket that includes a few current DVD releases, microwave popcorn and two bottles of their favorite soda. Another fun and original idea is a nibbler basket which includes all kinds of decadent treats for the happily married couple to enjoy. Think chocolate and exquisite cookies.

Whether you jump in and assemble the basket yourself or purchase a ready made one, anniversary gift baskets are certain to make the couples special day very memorable. Everyone likes to receive a gift, especially when it is received in honor of such a special occasion.

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Protecting Concrete Polishing: Seal and Coat

By Mikkan Drane

After you have had your concrete floor polished and decorated, the next thing to think about is to how to make it look new all the time. The answer to this is actually quite simple, you just have to make sure that the floor is completely sealed and protected from anything that could contribute to its daily wear and tear.

Naturally, this wear and tear is unavoidable. Because it is on the ground, it will be walked on by so many people, rolled over with carts, bags with wheels, office chairs, you name it. There will always be something that could put your floor at risk to damage. Maintenance will be the key to help in the longevity of your decorated concrete polished floor.

The use of sealants on your concrete polished floor is one of the best ways you can do to protect it. Even if sealants were already incorporated during the concrete polishing installations, a regular application of sealant on a given basis will help keep the floor in great condition all the time. The sealants play a huge role in a floor's durability and it actually carry a lot more reasons on how significant it could be for the concrete polished floor.

Sealant or coatings are important because it helps prevent staining on the floor. When you have a sealant or coating on your polished concrete floor, it helps on water migration and instantly protects the floor from daily abuse. Cleaning and maintaining the floors condition is actually easier when you have it sealed or coated.

The sealant is also the material that gives you control over the level of shine that you desire for your polished concrete floor. You can either choose from a matte finish, low or high gloss, and satin options. The sealant also contributes on deepening or highlighting the colors present on your concrete polished floor.

Regular application of sealants or coatings on your concrete polished floor helps in giving the floor the slip resistance needed for it. This anti slip or grip feature is one of the most sought property every concrete polishing aficionado wants. With this idea, it goes to show that the sealant and the coating are among the simplest ways in keeping your polished concrete floor looking brand new all the time.

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Fascinated on concrete polishing, Mikkan Drane shares his research about the benefits, rewards, and advantages expected from concrete polishing.

Product Review of Omega OM 510 Massage Chair Recliner

By James Knolan

This review takes a close look at the middle level massage chair from the Omega Massage Corporation. Their mid level massage chair is the OM-510 Prestigio. To present a balanced review, we evaluate the recliner in 5 key categories. These categories include Warranty & Customer Service, Comfort/Ergonomics, Ease of Use, Features and Massage Therapy. Any of the categories can score from 0 to 20 points The could get a maximum score of 100 points. Obviously, that would be total excellence. Let's evaluate the Prestigio massage chair recliner.

Warranty & Customer Service: Warranty and customer service is really an evaluation of come from the manufacturer that makes the massage chair. Warranty is important for customer protection and peace of mind. The warranty covers the quality of workmanship of the product. Customer service is the level of response and support received by the company in case something was to go wrong. Omega Massage covers the OM-510 with the following coverage: 5 years for the frame, 3 years on parts, and 90 days in home service. They also provide shipping for parts for 1 year. For a mid range level this is terrific warranty coverage. Omega is known for providing the most comprehensive warranty of the major manufacturers in this category. Our experience with Omega for customer service has been consistent. Omega is responsive and has strong technical competence to diagnose quickly and get issues resolved. The Prestigio is a 19 in Warranty & Customer.

Comfort & Ergonomics: The comfort of a massage recliner is important, since you may want to use it just to sit. The OM-510 has a soft padded back pad and comes with a shoulder pillow and a head support pillow. Both of these are detachable. The seat is comfortable and supports the body well. Omega also includes an extra removable back pad. This is used to soften the massage if you are more sensitive. This is important as some users want a massage to be lighter than others. The chair is very well designed ergonomically. The footrest cradles the lower body well. The remote control holder is flexible and can be adjusted easily. Overall Rating for comfort and ergonomics is 17.

Ease of Use: We like the large LCD at the top of the remote and it is also back lit for use in low lighting. The oversize buttons make the remote easy to read and for those with less dexterity, easy to push. We like the top controls the chair back and the lower portion controls the lower body. The change form automatic to manual requires selecting mode and then the massage technique. Overall, it is a good remote and we rate is at a 16 in this category.

Key Features: The important features of the Omega Prestigio are the shiatsu massage and the reflexology foot massage. The shiatsu massage is a combination of kneading and tapping in the automatic program. The software program of the OM-510 drives the shiatsu style massage in the automatic programs. It is very effective in loosening up the back, shoulder and neck muscles. It is very thorough and penetrates deeply. The foot wells of this massage recliner have built in reflexology nodes. These reflexology nodes gently push up into the feet providing full body relaxation. The foot massage is done with an air compression massage which provides a firm squeeze, hold and release sequence. If you love a foot massage, this recliner has one of the best we have tried. Overall we give the Omega OM-510 a rating of 18 for its features.

Massage Therapy: The critical category is how is the massage therapy? After all, it is a massage chair. You will not be disappointed at all with the Prestigio. It has 3 timed auto programs that provide a thorough and comprehensive massage to your back. You can switch to manual and select from 4 back courses including upper, lower, full and pinpoint. Select the manual massage treatment for targeted relief including kneading, tapping, finger press and shiatsu. The lower body is covered with the air massage system. Select the level of compression with the Prestigio for your buttocks, thighs, calves and feet. This is one invigorating massage therapy machine and scores a 19 in massage therapy.

Overall Rating: We give the OM-510 Prestigio an 89/100. We think this is a very impressive and effective massage chair. You will have years of relief and invigoration with the Prestigio. This massage recliner comes in a beautiful design with wood armrests and plush back pad. A designer side table also comes with this mid level massage chair. You get the most comprehensive warranty with the Prestigio from Omega. This massage recliner has it all.

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Consumer Grade Pepper Sprays and Tear Gas: How They Work

By Karen Smyke

What goes into a self defense spray? The one commonly available today to the consumer can a single chemical, or a combination of 3 different irritating agents. Two of them are tear gas which is a mucous membrane irritant. Upon contact, it burns the eyes causing uncontrolled tearing, and copious mucous secretions.

The third and most widely used ingredient is OC (Oleoresin Capsicum). This is the molecule that makes chili peppers hot, so of course, you'll find it in pepper sprays. It's an inflammatory agent that causes uncontrolled choking and intense burning of the membranes, including the eyes.

What is the difference between pepper spray and tear gas? You cant fight thru the pain of tear gas. It will blind and choke you if it contacts the mucous membranes. Tear gas isnt as effective for intoxicated, crazy, super tough attackers.

Tear Gas isnt effective on wild animals or dogs, pepper spray is.

Tear gas disburses fumes and you dont have to nail the attacker in the eyes. Pepper spray does not emit fumes, and it will not deteriorate with age, but it must be sprayed in the eyes or inhaled directly to be effective.

Tear gas takes take longer to be effective, anywhere from 5 seconds to 30 seconds, while the effects of pepper spray are almost instantaneous.

Tear gas can't be washed off, while pepper spray can. MACE has come up with a new gel product however, that is hard to wipe or wash off. MACE also has a "triple action" self defense spray that contains all three ingredients, plus a special UV dye so that the assailant is easily identified by law enforcement.

What's the advantage of self defense sprays? They have proven to be extremely reliable when used correctly. That's why they are still heavily used for crowd control by police all over the world. In addition, it's a non-lethal self defense weapon which allows people to use it without hesitation in the event of an attack. Early intervention can save your life instead of waiting until you are really in danger to strike back. Pepper sprays are cheap to keep, and legal to carry and use, almost everywhere.

Self-defense sprays also have their limitations too. For instance, it may take a moment for the pepper spray to start burning and disable the attacker. In that time he can still attack you, or worse take your pepper spray from you and use it against you! If you spray it into the wind, you may end up with MACE in the FACE![I:0:T]

How do I compare various pepper sprays? Pepper spray is rated in 2 ways: OC% and SHU rating. The % you see listed on the package (10%, 15%, etc.) explains how much OC is in the container relative to the other ingredients (propellant, dyes, etc.). However, this percentage cannot always be used to compare the "hotness" of different pepper sprays, and there are mixtures of various potencies of OC.

The other standard rating for pepper spray "hotness" is the Scoville Heat Unit or SHU. This number represents the amount of capsasin in the OC. Since different manufactures use different grades of OC, the percentage of OC in a spray becomes irrelavant. It's the SHU or amount of capsasin that matters. Look for a SHU rating of 2 million or higher for a real punch in your pepper spray!

What's the shelf life of pepper spray? The truth is that OC doesn't degrade with time. Sometimes however, the propellant goes bad. You should plan on replacing it when it reaches the expiration date, which is stamped on the sides or bottoms of the container. Usually however you should plan on replacing it yearly.

How fast does it work and how long does it last? Pepper spray usually begins intense burning within 3-5 sec, and can last up to an hour or longer. The UV dyes can last up to a week to wash off.

In what situations am I allowed to use pepper spray? Whenever you feel that you are in danger of being harmed. It's not ok to use the spray in an offensive manner, and you are not allowed to protect property with it. Only use pepper spray to defend life. [I:2:J]

What should I get: foam, spray, gel, fogger? It just depends on your specific application and preference. Mace brand gels and foams are preferred by many as they are really hard to wipe off. It just spreads and burns! The spray is actually a stream, and is easier to aim into the eyes and mouth. The fogger is good for crowd control.

Storage of pepper spray? Always store it at room temp as the propellant is under pressure. Keep it away from children and don't leave in you car on a hot day. You might get a surprise!

You should try to keep your pepper spray in a place where you can pull it out and deploy it quickly. You shouldn't have to think twice about it or fumble throught your purse looking for it. Make sure you practice with it so it becomes 2nd nature. The time to familiarize yourself with it is not when your being attacked!

The keychain pepper sprays are very convenient, and you are more likely to carry them with you all the time because of their smaller size.

How should I use my pepper spray? It's very important that you get some practice with the specific spray you are going to carry. Study the canister, the nozzle, and the dispenser. Take your canister to an open field, make sure the wind, if any, is at your back, and fire it for about two seconds. How far will it spray? Is the spray a stream or a foggy mist? How did it react to the wind? Can you spray it into the eyes of an attacker?

When threatened, make sure you have distance between you and the attacker. Don't get within their stiking distance. Fire 2 or 3 second bursts directly into the eyes of the attacker. If it is not working, give them another two seconds. The small pocket or purse size will give you between 5 and 10 seconds of continual fire. Once the threat is stopped, run immediately and call the police. If your spray contains UV dye, tell the police that so they can ID the bad guy.

Is Pepper Spray Legal in my state? Pepper spray is LEGAL in all fifty states. However, some states and cities have specific regulations pertaining to the purchase, possession and use of defense sprays. Please check with your local law enforcement agency for any regulations your state may have.

New York: the sellers must be local licensed firearm dealers or local pharmacies. Massachusetts: the buyer is required to obtain a Firearms Identification Card (FID); the sellers must be local licensed firearm dealers. Michigan: OC Pepper Spray can be no stronger than a 2% concentrate. CS is the only Tear Gas accepted. Both must be no larger than 35 grams per can. No combination sprays allowed. Wisconsin: Pepper spray only. No Tear Gas, UV Dye or combination sprays. OC Pepper Spray can be no stronger than a 10% concentrate. The can must be between 15-60 grams only. They must have safety feature. California: Canisters cannot be more than 2.5 ounces. Animal Repellents such as bear spray and dog spray are legal and can be shipped to New York, Wisconsin and Michigan.

Is there anyplace where I cannot carry pepper spray? Yes. You cannot carry any pepper spray on an airplane or in carry-on luggage or in the passenger area. The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) allows one Pepper Spray (up to 4 oz) per traveler in your checked luggage only.

Can I wash pepper spray off? If you get pepper spray on yourself, dont panic. Water, soap and time are all that is needed to decontaminate you. Exposure to fresh air should help, too. Remove all contaminated clothing. Flush the affected area with cool water. Warm water may intensify the burning and inflammation. Do not rub your face! Wash the affected area with non-oil or cold cream based soap. Don't apply oily lotions--they will trap OC resin onto your skin. Have a doctor examine the exposed area if any irritation or pain persists after the decontamination procedures.

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Looking For a Good Bathroom remodel Portfolio

By Chet Lystrom

The time has come for you to remodel your bathroom, but you really want to leave all of the work to a professional, rather than having to install it all yourself. You have several ideas of what you want your bathroom to look like, but want to go to a decorator/bathroom renovationer who has a portfolio of their work available. How do you determine which portfolio is better than the other?

A Bathroom remodel Portfolio is a Reflection of the Service

Something that you need to remember is that a well-ordered bathroom renovation portfolio is a sign of professionalism. If you go to a remodelinger who has a disheveled bathroom remodel portfolio, this indicates that the sense of professionalism is not nearly as high. You tend to find such portfolios when dealing with people who are working for a lower rate. Indeed, how much you pay for remodel is usually indicative of the work.

How does a professional bathroom renovation portfolio help my bathroom remodel project? First of all, you want to be able to see clear pictures, both of before and after. These should be general as well as detailed pictures. Watch out for blurry and one-angle-only pictures.

Bathroom remodel portfolio pictures will also be accompanied by reference from the people whose pictures are displayed. Check for a full name on each reference as well. Jot down any contact information so that you can contact the client to verify the reference.

Many bathroom remodel services advertise, so how do you decide which one to contact first? First of all, think about the bathrooms you have seen before that have really stood out to you, and inquire as to who did them.

Getting a referral directly from someone else is a good way to wheedle down the list of available companies for hire. Start with those companies that you know have good reputations.

Many home renovators look to the internet to do their research. There are some employment sites that contractors use to post their bathroom remodeling portfolios, as well as other remodeling portfolios. While it might take a lot of time and effort, you can find the right contractor for your particular job. Through your research you will find the contractor that's right for you.

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Chet Lystrom is a proud contributing author and writes articles on several subjects including bathroom planning. You can read more of Chet's articles on his website located at http://www.bathroomtiledesigns.com

Give Chocolate for a Romantic Valentine's Day

By DrJeanaDavidNed57

If you're looking for the perfect gift for your sweetie this Valentine's Day, you might be having a tough time deciding on a gift. The perfect Valentine's Day gift has to be romantic, luxurious, and thoughtful. Don't be one of those people who picks a disappointing gift year after year. The easiest way to assure that you've selected the best gift for your girlfriend or wife is to choose something chocolate!

Truffles, mints, melties, creams, whites, caramels, delicate darks and decadent milks - whatever you choose will be guaranteed to please. Chocolate is not only delicious, but also it is as much the traditional symbol of love as the red rose.

In fact, one of your options is to create a chocolate rose "bouquet". The bouquet is composed of decadent dark, white or milk chocolate in the formation of a beautiful, edible rose. You can make your bouquet even more special by selecting unique chocolate flavours such as pink peppermint and raspberry.

They even look like roses as they are wrapped in red foil and attached to a stem so they can be held like a bouquet. For extra fun they are tied with a pretty ribbon and put in a box made for real roses. Your special someone is up for a surprise when she opens the box and finds chocolate instead of the roses she expected.

Other possibilities are chocolate gift baskets. These are a great choice if you're not sure what kind of chocolate treats your sweetheart might like. You can choose truffles, petit fours, tortes, kisses and bars, and even bridge mixes. To add to the excitement, you can add a chocolate-colored teddy bear, fine dessert wine or champagne, roses, or anything else your heart desires.

You even have a variety of boxes to choose from, ranging from the traditional box, to bowls, wicket baskets and even a romantic picnic basket. Long after she has eaten her exotic sweets she will still have the basket as a reminder of her special romantic day.

Another popular choice is the traditional box of luxurious chocolates. A box of chocolates is the classic Valentine's gift, but it isn't outdated or clichd! In fact, everyone enjoys a velvet-lined, heart shaped box filled with treats like nut clusters, caramels, crmes, and truffles. If your sweetheart is not able to eat sugar or is dieting, you can choose sugar free chocolates or low-fat chocolates. There are also some more unusual choices for the chocolate box, including chocolate covered pretzels, nuts, and hard-shelled candy.

One of the oft overlooked choices, as sad as that is, is the gift of chocolate covered fruit. You sweetheart will swoon when she sees the lavish and decadent gift you have gotten her of chocolate covered strawberries and other fruits. Strawberries are the first that come to mind but don't forget the more unusual ones such as apricots or cherries. Plum succulent fruit encased in sweet rich chocolate is mouth watering and undeniably romantic.

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There is one way you can not go wrong for Valentines Day and that's to give your spouse a chocolate coporate gift. TheBasketSpot.com offers tons of chocolate gift baskets, with chocolate truffles, chocolate bars, hand dipped berries and much much more.

Concrete Polishing and High School

By Rick Amorey

Our High School's concrete floor was always polished and shiny, as I recall. It did not, however, look special at all, for there were also cracks here and there that indicated a lot of imperfections. No one really took notice, and that's why Concrete Polishing wasn't originally what I had in mind for our home. I did not want the centerpiece of the house to remind me of High School's mundane floor.

It's been about ten years, and once again I found myself contemplating the possibility for concrete polishing. Our home had fake wooden tiles (to which I admit having no love for whatsoever), which were already chipping here and there. I just had to remove it. The near perfect, concrete flooring below surprised me; it was practically untouched.

I then decided to just enhance the concrete somehow. Polishing it would seem ideal, but I really did not know anything about it. So I went to a Concrete Polishing website and asked around.

After lurking around the forums and asking a few questions, I met a contractor that lived in my general area. I told him about wanting to polish my concrete floor, and about how I didn't want to have a repeat of what my school had for a floor. He said that it all depends on the quality of the concrete before polishing; too many patch-ups or a wavy finish would require a new layer before polishing. He didn't think it was necessary for our home's floor, though, so I got him to help polish it for me.

When I get the time, I'm going to revisit that school. I've had some fond memories there, and I would like to help them out in achieving the floor glamour that they weren't able to execute. I'll most likely recommend my contractor friend to them.

I hope it works out for the school, in the same way that Concrete Polishing worked well for my house. Concrete Polishing, done right, is unlike any other flooring ever.

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Rick Amorey met his contractor at Concrete Polishing. Visit Concrete Polishing now, and have an amazing polished, concrete floor as well!