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, November 26, 2009

The Fun and Cool Cuisinart DCC-1100 Ultimate Coffeemaker

By Marlowe Graeme

Everyday when you get up the first thing that you rush out to is a warm cup of Coffee. When your Coffee is made perfectly, you enjoy it to the utmost and savouring every sip till the last drop, but what's really the secret behind that perfect cup of coffee? Is it the Coffee Blend, or the way it is Brewed?.. Well, it's both.

Check out the Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker for the most excellent coffee brews everyday.

You may ask what is so different about the Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100? The first thing that's unique about it is the quality. You get the best brews, no matter how you try to brew them, you will enjoy them with your friends and family.

It features an ergonomic handle and a dripless spout and this enables you to handle it easily. What is so special about it is that you can put a quick cup for yourself, even while the coffee is still brewing Double fresh isn't' it and tasty too.

Now this is not all that's different about the Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100. As the name suggests, the Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100 coffeemaker is programmable. Use the 24-hour programmability feature, to set instructions for automatic brewing. This means you can set the coffeemaker to turn on and make your brew at any time you want.

We all know what its like to want just a half cup, but we get a full cup because that's how the coffeemaker works. Not with the Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100. This coffeemaker gives you four distinct cup settings which make only that much as you want to drink. So, you can pour out only how much you wish to drink and enjoy the best tasting coffee wherever you want.

When it happens that the power gets cut off when you brew coffee, you have to brew it again because the coffeemaker usually starts the process all over again. The Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100 is different in this aspect. It has a 60-second reset feature which enables it continue brewing right where it the process was left off.

The beautiful pink color of this coffeemaker makes it stand out from the other things you place in your kitchen. See how it completely transforms your kitchen countertop with its excellent design, finish and coloring.

Have the best taking coffee ever, with the Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100 Programmable Coffeemaker. You can make 12 cups at a time with it and it also comes with a 3-year warranty .

If you are looking for an interesting present for someone close to you, consider getting them a Pink Cuisinart DCC-1100 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker. It will surely surprise them as it will also be very useful for them.

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How To Buy Insurance For Car

By Andy Zain

When buying insurance for car, you want to find the best coverage at the best prices. The following may help you to reach that goal.

There are several types of car insurance that are available. Most states require that you carry a minimum of liability insurance. This will take care of any damage you cause to persons or property in an accident.

If you have an auto loan, you may find that your loan company requires that you also have insurance coverage that will cover property damage to your vehicle. In the event of an accident, the insurance will pay to have your vehicle restored to its previous condition. If your vehicle is a total loss, the insurance company will pay the loan company before paying you. If your vehicle is very new, there may be a gap in the value of the vehicle and amount you still owe. If so, you will be responsible to pay the difference unless you have gap insurance.

In addition, you may be interested in having insurance that will pay for any personal injuries that might result to the passengers of your vehicle in the event of an accident. Since the persons we love the most are often riding in a vehicle with us, it is important that we have this coverage so that their medical bills will be paid.

Insurance costs can grow quite expensive unless you learn to shop for insurance. You can do your shopping online and it often only takes filling out one form to get a great price on insurance. You need to choose a site that will submit your information to three or four insurance companies for a quote. Have those quotes e-mailed to you so that you are able to print them out and compare prices for the best insurance.

You can request insurance quotes by phone, but you may find it more convenient to make the request for quotes online. Several sites have a form that can be filled in and submitted that will send your information to more than one company and ask for an insurance quote for you. Those companies will then send you a quote back through e-mail or by phone. If possible, ask for an e-mail quote as it will have all the details listed for you and will make comparison shopping easier.

Lay all those quotes out side by side and compare the coverage that is being offered. Once you have the quotes in order according to coverage offered start looking at prices. You may be able to save several hundred dollars each year on insurance.

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The Downside Of Energy Drinks For Getting Toned Arms

By Katherine Crawford M.S.

Getting rid of arm flab is not easy. And in an attempt to get a slight edge, many women turn to energy drinks. Unfortunately, energy drinks come with many side effects that add up over time.

Now energy drinks can really seduce you. After all, all you have to do is open a can, drink some liquid and you get instant energy.

But here is why you should think twice about taking energy drinks to help you get rid of arm flab:

1. Digestive issues. Energy drinks are loaded with caffeine. And one of the major side effects from chronic and high caffeine intakes is the slow degradation of digestive linings.

2. Artificial masking of sleep debts. Just because you no longer feel the need to sleep, doesn't mean that your body isn't suffering the consequences. One consequence, is a reduction in the production of arm flab burning hormones.

3. Unconscious sleep sabotage. When you fall asleep, you'll reawake at least 10 times. But the awakenings are so brief and light that you don't remember any of them. Too much bottled energy during the day can increase said awakenings. The end result? Poorer sleep without you being aware of the cause.

4. Adrenal fatigue. If you were to continually consume energy drinks with abandon, you would reach a point where the energy burst would simply disappear. This happens because of adrenal fatigue. And chronic abuse of your adrenal system can lead to faster aging!

5. Low grade dehydration. Caffeine can mask many things. In this case, it can simultaneously mask and increase dehydration. Not a good combination for getting rid of arm flab. After all, hydration does effect metabolism and recovery from workouts. Moreover, it has a strong effect on your mood.

Energy drinks aren't all evil. They can do a great job at getting you out of a bind. The main issue is taking them on a regular basis to compensate for something else that is lacking in your daily routine. So use them in moderation when trying to get rid of arm flab.

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Bedroom Decorating - Ideas and Tips

By Jim Slate

David Artstone - Not being able to relax in your bedroom can have a negative impact on your entire life. It is the one room in the house, the one space in the entire world, where you let your guard down and go unprotected for several hours every single night. If you aren't comfortable in the space, there is no way you are going to be able to unwind enough to let down that guard, and you will spend your entire life on edge, nervous, exhausted, and worried.

If you have a problem with your bedroom the first thing you have to look at is yourself. How do you feel in relation to the room? What emotions rise at the back of your mind when you enter the space? Are you scared? Agitated? Are you reminded of a sad memory or of a painful experience?

You should also think about the dreams you have in the room at night. Dreams are very deep psychological events that can reveal secrets from the very depths of your soul, and may provide insight as to why you are having such a problem with the bedroom.

Once you have started to understand your own relationship to the room, you can begin looking at the features of the space. Start with the colors. Color can have a very profound and subtle effect on a person's mood. Bright colors can be uplifting, but too bright colors will make people angry and agitated. Conversely darker colors tend to make people feel more relaxed, but at the extreme can also make them depressed.

The bed is by name and nature the most important furnishing in the bedroom. It can also cause some of the worst problems. Make sure that the bed you are sleeping in is the right size, and firmness for your body. Visit bedding stores to get an idea of what the different gradients of firm feel like. If you and your partner disagree on the firmness you prefer, consider getting one of the new multi surface beds that allow you to adjust the softness of the sofa. A less expensive alternative is to simply buy two smaller beds of varying style, and push them together.

Many people purchase works of art to place around their bedroom. Art is a wonderful thing which can inspire the soul, but it also has the potential to unlock deep emotions hidden in our subconscious minds. Be careful that the art you keep in this space is soothing, and reminds you of something pleasant. Beware of violent or controversial art that might look impressive, but really be disturbing on a deeper level.

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Forgiveness Is Easier With Sweet Hampers

By Michael Parker

People may love sincerely but no matter how fierce it is and no matter how careful they get, they still hurt the ones they love. That's because nobody's perfect. Friends, no matter how close they may be, still hurt each other's feelings on occasion. This is not intentionally but even so, when this happens, friendship starts to fade.

Lovers also hurt one another. No matter how in love they are with each other, jealousy still seeps in, doubt still springs, and sometimes accusations get out of hand. When lovers get hurt, they feel distant from one another, often putting a wall between them and this leads to no talking for days and even weeks.

However, when people love someone truly, they don't let things go out of hand. They don't allow the relationships to end just like that. When people come to realize their shortcomings, they try their might to be brave and come to the person they have hurt and ask for forgiveness.

Apologies sometimes are never easy. Depending on how badly they have hurt their loved one, some apologies may be accepted real quick and some may take time to be accepted. But, as with every human relationship, if the words are sincere as a clear spring day and as sweet as chocolate-filled sweet hampers, then sooner or later all the hurts will heal and everything goes back to the way they are.

When a person is hurt, he or she becomes sad, resentful, angry or even depressed. However, almost everyone knows that a little bit of sweet old- fashioned sweets always do the trick. That is why, it is not surprising when people are in a foul mood or they are down in the dumps, they always gobble a handful of chocolates! Some even go as far as storing sweet hampers filled with almost every candy they like.

Chocolates particularly contain phenylephylamine, a kind of hormone released by the brain when people are falling in love. It is clear then that sweet hampers filled with a dozen kinds of chocolates will make any apology easier.

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Canon Macro Lenses

By James Morley

If you are looking for the best,Canon macro lenses will cover everything you need in the for macro type photography. The extremely affordable EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact can take pictures down to one half life size. It is lightweight and has a floating optical system so that you can take great photos even in close up range. This lens can also function as general use lens.

As mentioned above, macro lenses are used for close up photography. Most photography is making a larger object smaller.

With macro photography you will be taking objects with a 1:1 or life-size image, meaning you will want to ensure that detail comes through clear. This photography is most commonly connected with nature photography: you can get close up of insects, fauna, or flora. You can even get photography at as much as a 5:1 ratio, which means the eyeballs of an insect would come clearly into focus. Macro lenses come in focal ranges up to 200 mm which would make it possible to shoot insects, small birds, or small animals. Canon macro lenses are some of the leading equipment in the field.

Such is the concept of macro photography, you will be taking objects with a 1:1 or life-size image, meaning you will want to ensure that detail comes through clear. This photography is most commonly connected with nature photography: you can get close up of insects, fauna, or flora. You can even get photography at as much as a 5:1 ratio, which means the eyeballs of an insect would come clearly into focus. Macro lenses come in focal ranges up to 200 mm which would make it possible to shoot insects, small birds, or small animals. Canon macro lenses are some of the leading equipment in the field.

As a rule of thumb, macro lenses are used for close up photography. Most photography is making a larger object smaller.

Because they have been at the forefront for so long,Canon has built a reputation for building photographic equipment for both the professional and the amateur photographer. Along with a diverse group of digital and Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera bodies, Canon has created a lens for every need. Among those lens are the Canon Macro lenses, which are used to get close up detail in your photos. And, as with every Canon type of lens, there is a macro lens that will fit your need.

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5 Shockingly Funny Christmas Gifts

By Ellie Evergreen

This Christmas many parents are looking for unique ways to make the holidays special for their children. One way is to have their kids get funny or wacky Christmas gifts. This is a way to make the kids laugh and enjoy their Christmas even more. The magic of the holidays is the anticipation of getting presents and never quite knowing what you are going to get. For the practical joker at heart you can give presents that will be sure to tickle their funny bone and give them something fun to use on friends at the first opportunity. This is while not on the same beaten path as more traditional gifts still represents the joy of the Christmas season. Here are some great ideas that you can take advantage of for your funny Christmas presents.

Gag gifts are inexpensive and funny presents that are meant to get a reaction out of the recipient. They can come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. For example it might be cute and funny like a light up Rudolph reindeer nose. Or it can be gross out humor like a holiday sheep pooping out chocolate candy. The important thing is to make your kids laugh or say "Ewww!" This can be a delicate balance. The best thing to do is think of how your child would react if they received a lump of coal and make it funny. They are also great gifts to mix in for gift grab present games.

Another idea is practical joke gifts. These are presents for the jokester in your family or a present that is a joke you can spring on the suspecting receiver. For the person that likes sweets a bit too much you can give a shocking sweet jar filled with their favorite candy. This will make them want to open it only to receive a "shocking" surprise. This is definitely a funny way to start Christmas Day. When you are picking out these gifts you want them to be funny but not too mean. That is the important balance you have to strike when giving practical joke Christmas gifts. If you do so, you will have picked funny and surprising gift.

When picking humorous gifts another way to go is with hilarious stocking stuffers. They are pretty much similar to gag gifts and practical joke gifts, except that they are small items that can be put in your family's stockings. You can put interesting candies such as sour flush candy which a candy plunger with toilet shaped container with sour candy powder. Using funny and at times even gross stocking stuffers is a great way to spice up presents this Christmas.

You can also give simple humorous holiday gifts as well. It can be something as simple as a dancing Santa or an interactive Frost the Snowman. These are one many interesting holiday gifts that will not only enthuse your children, but also bring a smile to their faces.

Something that you can do is to have your kids receive a letter from Santa. Every year children write letters to Santa but never get a reply back. So why not make this Christmas special for your kids by having them actually get one. You can order a letter online and customize it with your child's accomplishments and what they wanted for Christmas. The best part is how they make the letters authentic. They each come with special North Pole postmark

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Cheap Christmas Gifts

By Geraldine Dimarco

Have you ever thought about how crazy people get during the holiday season? People are rushing to find presents and to wrap them and to bake traditional Christmas goodies as well as go to parties and entertain others. Every year I listen to people complaining that time is going so fast and that they do not have everything done that they wanted done. They complain about the number of people at the mall and how hard it is to find parking and that they are maxing out their credit limits. I do not understand why people feel a need to put off all the things that go with preparing for a holiday until the last minute. I do my Christmas shopping year round.

However, there is one aspect of Christmas that tends to put a damper on things. I am referring to all the spending. Naturally when the holiday season rears its head, there will be much spending to do. Are you ready to go out and purchase all of those Christmas gifts for your family and friends? No doubt they can get a bit pricey at times. Maybe this year you need some cheap Christmas presents to pass out.

Many times during the holidays if you are looking for cheap Christmas presents they look cheap, and everyone that haws been out shopping has also seen the items and knows that they are cheap. We all like to save money, especially on the gifts we give, but we do not want to be considered cheap.

By spreading out the gift buying through the year I do not put such a big strain on my pocketbook all at once. Also I do not have to spend as much time in the malls when they are crowded. This gives me extra time to bake, entertain and enjoy the season. I have one closet in a guest bedroom where I store the gifts that I buy through the year. My husband laughs that there are times when I get surprised at the gifts that I bought a long time ago and have forgotten about.

Of course when giving a cheap Christmas gift, it is usually helpful to know the recipient. In those cases you can usually know of something that is under ten dollars that they really would want and use, whether it be their favorite scented lotion or a box of their favorite golf balls. Giving a cheap Christmas gift is not the easiest task in the world, but when done with caution it can turn out fabulously!

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