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

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Free Power Blueprint - Zero Point Energy Generator

By Jack Marshall

Over the years, we have heard about the use of alternative energy sources to make room for more cost savings. The Zero Point Energy Generator is one of the numerous ways by which we can produce alternative energy. Not familiar with what this kind of generator is? Then it might be time that you learn more about it.

A zero point energy generator makes use of a magnet to produce electricity. You might find this impossible but this is for real. It is possible for a magnet to produce electricity because it has stored electricity. This means it can give off electricity without having to rely on an energy input.

But how does a magnetic generator work? It works by making two similar poles meet each other. The repelling force you feel is the very energy that magnetic generators produce to power homes. This continual energy will simply run by itself and will produce free energy. This, in turn, means freedom from monthly electricity bills.

One good thing about zero point magnetic generators is that they do not take up much space that they can be used in homes of various sizes ? from the smallest to the largest. Another good thing about them is the fact that utilizing purely magnetic energy in your home will allow you to say goodbye to your electricity bills without any sweat. What is more is that this kind of generator works with any other ? it does not need solar heat nor does it need wind energy.

If you are looking for an earth-friendly energy-saving option that will not cause any harm to the environment, then a zero point energy generator is worth considering. This type of generator does not emit any particles. This means you can add savings to your pocket and at the same be friendly to Mother Nature.

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Installing Your Own Epoxy Garage Floor Coating

By Edgar Peterson

Installing an epoxy garage floor coating isn't very hard at all, but it can be trying if you are not of sound body. If you plan to do the install yourself, then your first question should be: will I be able to spend hours bent over? If the answer is no, then you'll want to either plan to have someone else install your epoxy garage floor coating, or go a different route altogether.

Pay Close Attention To Directions When Applying Your Epoxy Garage Floor Coating!

If you've decided that you're both willing and able to install your own epoxy garage floor coating, feel free to read the rest of this to get a summary of what you're going to be doing when you do the install. Always remember, though, that the instructions from your kit come first, and anything found here or elsewhere should be considered only as a rough guide. Only the instructions that come with your particular epoxy garage floor coating kit can tell you the best way to install that coating. Do anything else, and you'll probably end up with a mess for garage flooring.

Picking Your Epoxy Garage Floor Coating Kit

Deciding, then picking up the epoxy garage floor coating kit of your choice is your obvious first step. As this is something that really can't be damaged in transit, buying epoxy online is a really good way to pinch some pennies. If you've never done anything like this before, definitely try to get a kit that has a DVD for instructions. They generally don't cost any more than those without, it's just an added feature that some companies put in their kits. If color is important to you, be picky. With all of the options out there, there's no reason to settle, especially since an epoxy garage floor coating will probably last decades. Most people don't put their garage flooring on their grand tour of the house, but there's no reason to be embarrassed by it.

Getter The Garage Ready For Epoxy Garage Floor Coating

The very first step, after you have your kit, is cleaning your existing concrete garage floor. Even if there is already paint, you can still generally lay your new epoxy garage floor coating right over the top. Be sure to check the directions in the kit, though, as not all kits are designed for this. You may also get better results if you sand the original coat of paint down to the surface of the concrete garage floor before you begin cleaning.

Installing Your Epoxy Garage Floor Coating

The instructions in most kits will begin with the mixing. After the concrete garage floor is cleaned up, mixing will likely be your next step. Follow your directions to the letter since a mistake in the mixing can foul up the whole thing. Mixing is generally not difficult, but since this is the foundation of everything else, pay very close attention. Before you start, read the whole of the instructions a few times over; you'll be glad you did. After the epoxy is on the floor, the color flakes, should they be present and you choose to use them, will come next. They are in no way necessary, and will not help protect your floor, but they do add some color. After the specified amount of drying time, the paint itself goes down. If everything has been done right by this point, it's just a matter of waiting for the garage floors to dry, and they'll be all shiny and professional looking!

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Neck Support Pillow - Benefits and Features

By Dave Johnson

If you suffer from a stiff neck or have trouble getting a good nights sleep then you should be thinking about buying a neck support pillow. A neck support pillow will allow you to go to sleep and wake up refreshed and ready for the day ahead.

You should give a neck support pillow a try if you suffer from chronic back pain or stiffness. The pillow is designed to support and comfort your neck, shoulders and back. It will cradle your neck and will restore the natural curve of your spine therefore releasing any pressure that is on your joints. Your spine could be out of alignment due to any number of reasons such as bad sleeping position, not sitting properly or spending hours on a keyboard typing.

Neck support pillows relieve the symptoms of poor posture. They work as the weight of the head gently stretches the neck to its maximum extension while relaxing the spinal cord. It also stretches the muscles in the front of the neck allowing the joints to receive proper fluid motion and helps to restore the normal position.

If you suffer from poor posture then you may have other health issues that are affecting your life such as headaches, pain in the neck and snoring problems. A neck pillow can help ease these problems by rectifying your poor posture and therefore giving you a good nights sleep.

When you lay on this support pillow face up with your neck curved over the top of the pillow, the upper chest portion and anterior neck muscles are stretched by the weight of the head. While there is no stretching and tension in the neck, the muscles no longer spasm. In the absence of muscle spasm, there is a great reduction of the nerve impingement, neck pain, headaches and associated health problems.

Some neck pillows have added advantages:

1. Massage features: These pillows are battery operated and will massage your muscles while you use it.

2. Buckwheat Pillows: The buckwheat hull pillow naturally conform to the spine and acts as a good support to the neck and spinal region.

3. Microwavable.

4. Water Pillows: Provides good neck support and adjustable as per your needs. Very comfortable and excellent neck support no matter whether the water compartment is full or empty.

5. Inflatable neck pillows: These pillows provide a customized amount of support. In order to get the right amount of support you simply take some air out using the air release valve.

6. Travel neck pillows: These pillows can be used just about anywhere including planes, trains and cars. They prevent your head from rolling sideways while you sleep upright.

7. Neck roll pillows: These pillows are designed to keep your head in one position. They prevent you from rolling around during the night and works in both an upright and laying down position.

So as you can see there are many different types of pillow to choose from. Each neck support pillow gives a different type of support as many people have different sleeping positions. Why not try and find the right pillow for you so you too can have a peaceful nights sleep.

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French Language Courses Reviewed

By Miriam Price

If you are of mature age and have hopes of learning the French language then I'm here to say that you have options. While it is true that bilingual learners have an advantage at an earlier stage of their life, Rocket Language French course is one of the best options for adults. There are many reasons why many people take French Language Courses, not only is it the native language of France, and its territories, but just over 75 million people worldwide also speak French. Additionally, it is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.

Rocket French Language Courses

Utilizing a variety of techniques and media, the Rocket Language French course is geared towards adults. Trying different approaches enables the student to absorb the knowledge and recall with ease. This approach is very effective in helping you understand how the French lingo is spoken amongst natives.

Other Features

An interesting feature of the Rocket French Language course is the live interactive chat feature. This feature allows the learner to ask questions of their teachers, or discuss study and learning techniques with other students online. Interacting with a student who is in a similar position can be very motivating for beginners.

6 Day Mini Course

The Rocket French Language Courses member's only forum is aimed to help you learn faster and more effectively. Something else to consider is the 6-day mini course, which is the first 3 lessons along with audio and transcripts, and an English translation. This almost always works out for the buyer because they have a direct idea of just how easy the Rocket approaches are.

Interactive Learning Method

What would have seemed like a difficult task of audio learning will be eased with interactive game testing. You also have the option of joining exclusive rocket language forums to share your learning burdens with other beginners. This is a great motivating factor to know that other people are going through the same learning curbs as you are. When it comes to language learning it is a fact that you are more likely to retain knowledge that you've learnt from multi media interactive methods.

Lastly

Rocket French has all the extra fun built into it to make language learning fun. Along with the cultural lessons it has free updates and upgrades with i Pod compatibility. Rocket French is really an outstanding addition to bilingual learning; it is a program fun, affordable and able to produce results in half the time other programs promise.

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Tap Your Fingers When Using A China Tea Set

By David Cheng

Emperors first used authentic china tea sets thousands of years ago. At that time, certain tea-drinking customs came into play that are still respected to this day.

One such custom is called "finger tapping" and it is a common sign of respect. Many people who are not familiar with this custom may find it strange or odd.

It goes like this: when someone serves you tea, it's polite not to say "thank you", but rather to tap three fingers on the table. This lets the person know you're appreciative of their service. It should be repeated every time you are served tea.

You may think this comes from some strange, mystical superstition. But really, this custom comes from a very real incident during the Qing dynasty.

At that time, the ruling emperor traveled all over the empire to see how everyday people were doing. He would go literally everywhere in the country. But he never missed a visit to the local tea house.

One day, the emperor and his two companions stopped by a tea house, where he became amazed by the way the waiters leaned across the table and poured tea without spilling a single drop. So he decided to try it out and pour Chinese tea for his companions.

Custom demanded that people bow before their emperor, and it was unimaginable if the emperor ever poured you tea! So they had to thank the emperor for the tea. But at this time they couldn't bow to their emperor, or his disguise would be ruined.

Then, in a stroke of brilliance, one of the emperor's companions tapped his fingers on the table, representing the bow that was usually demanded.

Thus, the finger tapping gesture was born! The tale spread fast. Before long, the gesture became popular in tea drinking, as both commoners and officials alike all tried to copy their emperor.

Whenever you're enjoying a great cup of tea, particularly if it's from a fine china tea set, be sure to thank your host in the most traditional way: tap your fingers!

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How To Make A House Appeal More Interesting

By Connor Sullivan

There are numerous reasons a person may choose methods of home improvement. The most usual purpose are for increasing the selling value of the property and to make the home look more appealing. Usually individuals wait to invest in property improvement and like to keep the home as it is. Houses erode and tear over period of years and a number of individuals feel the need to provide their properties a bit modern look when the time comes to do so. These changes can either be large or small depending on the budget of owners. Some may even choose to replace wall storage units and built in cabinet as well. No matter in which way individuals choose to do house improvement, it surely adds appeal to the home. There are a number of techniques in which home improvement can be done and it can be carried out depending on the purpose.

The foremost essential point for owners to do is to create a stratedy. This strategy will include all the areas that require attention and all the things that need to be purchased or altered. Moving on, homeowners should also allocate a financial plan depending on the extent of the improvement. Basic stages can be carried out in few hundred dollars and greater improvements will need individuals to spend at least few thousand dollars.

One simple method in which individuals can add appeal to the property is by adding a coat of paint. Coating the interiors and the exteriors will provide the home a new look and also add charm to the home. If the floors inside is becoming impaired, individuals can also consider replacing them. Hardwood floors is the preferred kind to choose as it is quite popular and durable. Laminate flooring is also a choice if homeowners find hardwood flooring too costly. Laminate flooring is suitable for most regions of the house including bathroom, bedroom, sitting room and dining room.

Lighting is also an essential aspect that needs consideration. It can give a home contemporary appearance and plays a great part in adding to the appeal of the house. These days as global environmental issues is rising, people should consider changing the old lights and bulbs with those that are energy efficient. This not just aids to conserve energy, but is durable and helps people to save dollars on power usage. Owners can also acknowledge installing a chandelier to the sitting room as this brightens up the space and guests will be amazed to see the new look.

The house is supposed to appear charming during the day as well as after dark. People living close by should be astonished to see the charming look of the house. To achieve this, homeowners can brighten up their entryway by installing light fixtures. Exterior lighting is available in a number of designs, shapes, shades and shapes and a great choice of the light scheme can really add to the charm of the house. These are some of the ways in which owners can improve their homes for an enticing look.

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Auto Shipping International Style

By Tom Kearns

The gorgeous views, cultures, food, music and people that international travel brings can open up your senses and your soul like no other experience. It can unlock mysteries that lie within you. Whether travel by foot or some type of vehicle, the experience is awesome. If there is a specific vehicle that you wish to travel with, then you must do some travel planning for it, too, from departure to arrival.

International Auto Shipping

I would not suggest you do this on your own. There are international auto shipping companies that can assist you with this. It is important that you find a good one.

Allowing the company 7 to-- days to complete the trip on their W-E runs can make the time frames quicker on specific routes, but a majority of time it takes approximately 20 to 30 days for shipping. Planning enough time for the company to ship your vehicle overseas is needed. International shipping companies will let you plan up to two months before departure however the carrier will need about two weeks in advance for the shipment. If one needs the vehicle in advance companies will work on an individual basis with priority. You are normally scheduled to pick up your vehicle within 2 or 3 days. If your destination is inaccessible to you the shipping company will ask the driver to get as close as possible to your desired location, and if you are not available to pick up your vehicle it may have to go to a terminal for you to get it, but having an alternative part or family member to pick and sign the car for you is also a good idea.

If you would like to arrange for a different shipping schedule or delivery option, the shipping company can probably accommodate you, of course for a price. The shipping rates are determined by vehicle size as well as poundage. Any additional requests from you to customize the shipping will add to that. You can usually pay with a personal check, money order, cashier's check or obviously, a major credit card. The payment can be made with the shipper's agent in the destination country or you may prepay it. Remember, it is an absolute necessity to have the vehicle's tank as low as possible so as to not inconvenience the shipper.

You might think it is acceptable since you are shipping internationally to pack some personal belongings in the car. As of'98, however, the Department of Transportation came up with a regulation that prohibits you from doing this. They check all trucks on a random basis for items within the vehicle and will dispose of any personal items. Anything of a personal nature, such as household goods or apparel or any personal belongings whatsoever are prohibited from the vehicle being shipped. This is true of domestic travel as well as international. Because any personal item is not covered by carriers insurance, the risk is not worth it. Stuffing belongings in your vehicle also adds to the weight, which can affect the international carrier and their trucks by causing damage to your vehicle's suspension in the loading and unloading process.

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Fun and Exciting Games and Prizes Make the Baby Shower Memorable

By Edie Mindell

Baby shower games can be very entertaining and exciting for both the expectant mother and the guests. Choosing or making prizes should be equally enjoyable for the host of the baby shower. Prizes are pretty much up to the host to decide on, and can range from homemade, personalized gifts to store-bought presents. When it comes to selecting the types of prizes that you will use for the baby shower, keep in mind that creativity is key.

A sweet-and-simple idea for prizes that will suit anyones budget is a candy baby bottle. For this, all you will need are empty baby bottles, candy, and ribbon. Fill empty baby bottles with candies and chocolates, close the baby bottle with the top, and add your own decorative touch with ribbon or other accessories, if desired. Dont be hesitate to add your own style to the bottles and personalize them"unique gifts are the best ones!

T-shirts can also be personalized and used as gifts and/or prizes. You can design your own T-shirts and have them made for your shower. This makes for a cute gift and is a wonderful keepsake. T-shirts have recently become very popular for events like baby showers.

Candles and bath treats are amongst the most popular prizes for women. Women seem to love anything and everything that has to do with spa treatments and that relates to pampering themselves. Most women love aromatic candles, gift soaps, lotions, and body splashes. These will definitely be a hit at your baby shower.

Another thing most women cannot live without is chocolate. A beautiful box of fine and exquisite chocolates makes an excellent gift that all your guests will definitely enjoy.

Gift cards and gift certificates are a recent trend that is a crowd favorite! General, broad department stores like Macys, Target, and JC Penney are good choices for gift cards. Restaurants and coffee shops like Olive Garden, T.G.I. Fridays, and Starbucks are great picks, too. Dont forget about video rental stores and electronic stores like Blockbuster Video and Best Buy; they are top picks among young adults today.

Coffee mugs filled with candy, picture frames, and other household items are a favorite among housewives and people interested in interior design. Stationary kits and personalized journals are cute and simple, and make wonderful gifts. Another favorite for women of all ages is a flower arrangement or bouquet.

If you enjoy baking scrumptious desserts, make homemade cookies or brownies and decorate them according to your showers colors and theme. Wrap them in a clever and unique way, and dont forget to personalize them. This idea is simple, convenient, and easy on your pocket.

Prizes make the games and activities more fun and exciting by adding an adequate amount of competition, along with motivation and enthusiasm. Gifts and prizes make everyone feel special and proud. Whether you choose to make your gifts or buy them, personalize them and add your special touch. Be fun, be creative, and most importantly, be you!

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