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Some native plants have had a fine background as medicinal products, especially with the Native Americans. Below is a good sampling of some of these historical native plants and what they were used for. Ageratina altissima (L.) King & H.E. Robins. var. altissima (white snakeroot) Kingdom Plantae – Plants Subkingdom Tracheobionta – Vascular plants Superdivision…

Going back to school should not be a hassle for kids or parents. It should be a little hard to get used to going back and getting into the grind of school work but if you approach the subject and your kids with a little finesse and common sense, you can help them start off…

With all of the causes in the world the attempts to feed the poor is probably one that most people can agree with. When it comes to the civilized world the United States alone produces enough food that the rest of the world could probably eat and deal with the same problems of obesity that…

We got the call at 9 o’clock this morning. Goosebumps and nausea consumed me, as my father-in-law shared the horrific news. Ground zero was only thirty miles from him. The devastating tornado flattened the tiny town of Greensburg, Kansas at about 9:45 PM last night, Friday, May 4th, 2007. He called us, as he prepared…

May 25 has been unofficially declared “Towel Day” as a memorial to Douglas Adams. Author, Douglas Adams, is best known for his trilogy: “Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy”, “The Restaurant at The End of The Universe”, “Life, The Universe and Everything Else”, “So Long, and Thanks for All The Fish”, concluding with “Mostly Harmless”. That…

Islam is an Arbaic word that means ‘self-surrender.’ It is related to the word Salam which means peace. Peace be upon you is a universal greeting that is used by Muslims (Ruthven 1). One of the names of Allah is “He is the Peace.” (islam101.com) Islam is a way of life. One must submit to…

When your child isn’t feeling well and has a fever it is important for you as the parent to try your best to comfort the child. Some children are very uncomfortable when they are running a high temperature, while other children act perfectly normal. As a parent, you need to know your child to properly…

Have you ever seen a Clementine tangerine? Have you tasted one? Clementine tangerines are small, juicy orange fruits that hail from the far off coast of Spain. Juicy little bits of citrus goodness. I love how God can take something simple and reveal a life lesson. And He did just that one day after I…

Teaching English language learners can be challenging, problems seem to arise from all directions. However, this challenge doesn’t have to rub off on onto your students. The following are ideas and techniques to spice up your ESL classroom and make lessons more interesting and effective. 1. Repeat and Re-phrase: – The repeat and re-phrase technique…

It’s August 6, 2006, and has been for six hours and 45 minutes when the alarm goes off. Normally I’d hit the snooze button a good seven times before dragging myself to the shower and getting my day started in my usual slow and tired manner. But this day is different. This day I’m up…

If you are already a fan of Mr. Bean and haven’t yet seen this movie, run to the store!! Watch the disaster-man come to America… A famous American painting is bought from the Brits and goes back to the United States. The British art museum is asked to send a renown art scholar who will…

Billings, Montana’s climate and location makes it prime territory for a variety of pests including: ants, termites, bats, rodents, spiders, flies, yellow jackets, hornets, and moths. As a resident of this Montana city you will undoubtedly come into contact with one or more of these pests, and at certain times of the year you may…

Most common type of birth abnormality (physical or mental) is congenital heart defect and leading cause of related deaths. During early weeks of pregnancy, congenital heart defects or disease (CHD) occurs because of incomplete or abnormal development of the fetus heart before birth. The abnormality can be of any one of many defects in the…

Thanksgiving is a holiday that is definitely centered on one thing: food. However, if a pile full of dishes is not your idea of fun, going out for your feast is a great way to celebrate with no work on your part. In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, there are a few places that stay open to…

For anyone watching last week’s Country Music Awards, the split screen shot of the five singers vying for the coveted Female Vocalist of the Year Award were shocked to see the reaction of Faith Hill when the winner was announced. The nominees were Faith Hills, Sara Evans (of recent tabloid fame), Martina McBride, Gretchen Wilson…

Although much attention has been given to health care issues involving adolescent and young adult African-Americans, the special needs of elderly Male African-Americans (over 62 years of age) remain largely unaddressed. Demography of Elderly African-American Males According to data from Stanford (CA) University and the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health…

According to a press release by the U.S. Department of the Interior, dated January 29, 2007 the Gray Wolf may be de-listed in the Northern Rockies regions because it has been determined the goals have been met in preserving at least 30 breeding pairs and 300 wolves. This announcement does not effect other regions where…

For many people, the true stamp of style and elegance in their landscape is a patio. While shrubbery and flowerbeds can portray nature’s beauty in color and form, patios, when created with taste and flair, prove that man-made structures can harmonize with – and complement – natural ones. Because we’ll be constructing with smaller pieces…

Mathew Lesko Knows all about Government grants If you have ever noticed that crazy looking person on the infomercials in the blue suit covered with yellow question marks, then you know there are plenty of government grants to be found that will pay for your education, to start your business, and much more. What you…

The holidays are coming up, are you ready? Instead of mailing out all those holiday cards, why not send e-Cards instead? E-Cards are a wonderful way to quickly send holiday cards. You can either pick out e-Cards for all of your friends and family or you could send one card to everyone, making this task…

In late January, Konami gave Wii owners a pleasant surprise in the form of Contra III: The Alien Wars. While gamers were expecting the original Contra, Konami threw fans a curveball by bringing out the acclaimed third installment, instead. In addition to Gradius III, some of Konami’s best work has come from the early days…

Chipotle is a tex-mex style restaurant that specializes in “gourmet” burritos and tacos, and lives by the slogan “Food With Integrity.” The restaurant chain’s goal is to serve unprocessed, organic foods that are affordable, and actually taste good. I would say that on average, I visit my local Chipotle about 1 – 2 times per…

How many times have you called customer service to get an answer to a question or complain about a product? How many times have you hung up frustrated or angry? The first thing you need to do when calling a company is be prepared. Have your account number and statement in front of you (if…

It became a real point of contention when a Walnut Creek, California resident wrote a letter to the editor protesting the name change of the Easter bunny, which actually took place back in 2003. The news of this hit the media hard, becoming a major world news story. It’s remarkable when there are horrible things…

This game is much like the previous Tony Hawk games but with a few more cool features such as the feature that allows your skater to switch to a bicycle in order to pull some gnarly tricks. The story mode is conducted in a manner in which your skater approaches other skaters in order to…

Father’s Day is quickly approaching, and it is time to pick out the perfect gift for Dad. With so many things to choose from, this can prove to be quite a challenge. You will want to give a Father’s Day gift that he will love. You probably want to give him a gift to remember…

Question:What kind of animal is a coney? Answer: According to the arguments I’ve read concerning errors in some Biblical translations, the coney is apparently a ‘rock badger’ but has been confused with rabbits because of its size, coloring, and appearance. (Coney is an obsolete word for ‘rabbit’.) Syrian hyrax (Procama syriaca) or ‘rock badger’ is…

America Georgine Ferrera, a dark haired, dark eyed star, is better known this Fall as Ugly Betty, the leading character from NBC’s new sitcom also named “Ugly Betty”. Ferrera was born on April 18, 1984 in Los Angeles, California. Ferrera’s parents emigrated to the United States from Honduras in the mid-1970’s. Later, her mom divorced…

Grade Level: Beginning of Second Grade Subject: Reading/Phonics Instruction Concept: Phonics, onsets/rimes and consonant chunks Standard: A.4.1 Materials: * Blank outline of a cut out snowman * Markers (1 pack per 3 students) * The book “Snow” by Roy McKie and P.D. Eastman *Use of a chalkboard/chalk or dry erase board/marker Outcomes/Objectives: *The student will…

There are many different types of electric guitars out there of all shapes, sizes and price ranges. They’re all made up of electronics, wood, and strings. But what makes them all sound so different? This article will discuss just what parts of a solid body electric guitar the difference in structural design of the instrument…

In this Photoshop Tutorial I will show you how to create a Blue Glass Music Icon. First, we will create the Blue Glass Circle. Then we will create the Music Shape. I will write this Photoshop Tutorial in detail so that the new Photoshop users will be able to create this music icon too. Open…

As some psychologists claim, everyone is born with a clean slate, tabula rasa, and whatever happens in life is somehow imprinted on that slate. Character, and identity, are created internally (that is, personally) and externally (that is, by society). In looking at Jay Gatsby, the title character of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s greatest novel, one realizes…

Technology has spread over the world and is continuously expanding every year. Cell phones are an important part of today’s communication. Today, cell phones are equipped with cameras, speakers, Mp3 players, video, Internet access, and text messaging. Text messaging series serves as a very important role in communication. It makes it possible to tell someone…

In the United States, there is a growing phenomenon among children and their dietary health. While many consumer advocate groups reach out to parents to educate the importance of healthy diet in an effort to fight the dangers of obesity, there is another set of advocates that work to educate parents about an all too…

In recent months, a number of cities and states have passed laws banning public smoking. Smokers are prohibited from lighting up on public property and in many businesses, including restaurants. These smoking bans have caused quite a stir. Smokers and business owners alike are railing against the changes, saying that it is an unfair law….

Vitamin A is usually at the top of the list on vitamin labels in rather what appears to be quite large doses. The dose is really about one third of what it takes to reach toxic levels so it is rather a small dose that hasn’t changed since the seventies. Like Vitamin D it loves…

I first became a Powercom customer 5 years ago when I moved back to the Beaver Dam, Wisconsin area. After years of dealing with phone giants like AT&T and Verizon and being treated like I wasn’t important to them, I didn’t hesitate to try a family-owned business located right in my home town. Entering its…

The other day I was hanging out minding my own business when a friend tells me, “dude, I’ve got this hilarious story to tell you!” I suddenly stopped what I was doing because who doesn’t love hilarious stories, I love hilarious stories. So I prop up my feet to hear this gloriously humorous story and…

A team of students and faculty from University of New Orleans collaborates every year on a film shot during spring break. Previously, these projects were the domain of faculty, but graduate and undergraduate film students have joined the faculty in the last two years. Before, the spring film was a competition among filmmakers, each vying…

Have you just learned that you are pregnant? If you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, there are many important decisions that must be made ahead of time. One of those decisions includes your medical care during pregnancy and labor. Many women choose to go the standard route of having an OBGYN Doctor;…

I’m a big fan of crafts stores, although, I realize that some of their items seem quite expensive. Having browsed and shopped in them for many years, though, I’ve learned what’s a bargain and what’s too pricey. One thing that’s a real bargain for the money is a plain ol’ wooden shape. The shapes range…

Management isn’t a line of work for everyone; it’s a position that requires people skills, level-headed thinking, and leadership. Management in the work place, or even in your personal life, involve maximizing resources and bringing out the best in people; sometimes it can involve making the most out of a situation, while other situations require…

You’re in a strange city and you want Mexican food but you don’t know where to go and who to trust. There’s always Taco Bell. You’re in the mood for chicken, but where to go? There’s always Popeye’s, KFC or Church’s. Want Italian? Look in the phone book and find the nearest Olive Garden. Pizza?…

When trimming a house most pros follow a few general rules when estimating a job, prepping for work, and finishing up. These 5 easy tricks of the trade can help anyone when doing any kind of trim work from simple base to more complex crown molding. To allow for cutting waste, measure each wall and…

You Never Have To Ask A Cat If It Is Comfortable….The thing I most envy about cats is their ability to fall asleep wherever and whenever they choose. Honestly, have you ever seen a cat pacing about not able to sleep? It can’t be due to a clear conscience, as my father always ascribed, but…

This simple Burlap lampshade country craft project is a great way to remake any old lampshade into a new and custom rustic country lampshade perfect for any cabin or country home decor. You can use any old or damage fabric lampshade as the base for this Burlap lampshade craft project to save money. To make…

Montana, is known as Big Sky Country, Treasure State, and Land of Shining Mountains and their slogan is “the last best place.” The state of Montana is the fourth largest in the United States but 44th in population. This beautiful state is well known for its mountainous western region, part of the northern Rocky Mountains….

It’s a…non-stop crying, yelling, and screaming bundle of joy! What is wrong with this newborn? This crying seems almost extreme! Newborns are supposed to cry, but for more than three hours a day, almost everyday? Something has got to be wrong! Does this scenario sound familiar? Does your newborn cry more than three hours a…

In a recent “decluttering” expedition in my studio, I stumbled across an art journal I filled in 2003. It’s a 5×7 inch wire coiled hard cover unruled journal with around sixty pages. The paper was high quality, so I decided to experiment with water color paints and some text. Compared to my usual style, these…

New Year’s Eve get-togethers can be small intimate home parties or large gatherings in a hall or leased club. Regardless of size all parties need an ice breaker to get the evening going. Getting the party going with a ring out 2006 games is just the trick. Act Out the Person Game: This game brings…

In years past, the Chevy Tahoe has been the most popular full-size SUV in the United States, and the 2007 Chevy Tahoe is sure to continue this trend. It is no wonder why the Chevy Tahoe has been the best-selling SUV of its size. Owners of the Chevy Tahoe know this full-size SUV is the…

In my part of the country, pay day loan companies have popped up on every street corner. Obviously, business is good. Statistics show that millions of Americans have already taken advantage of these “easy-to-get” loans. Many people use their services to get a “quick fix” of money to hold them until their next payday, or…

We all know that women go through menopause and the symptoms that lead up to it and throughout the entire stage. However, little is known about male menopause. Although males don’t suffer the same agonizing symptoms and hormonal changes that females suffer, many go through a stage called male menopause. Some of the symptoms for…

Are you planning a big spring break bash and not sure what to do? Here are some ideas to get you started. Bahamas Cruise: Take a long relaxing cruise from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to the Bahamas. You can explore endless sand beaches, go snorkeling and parasailing or check out the straw market. Cancun, Mexico: The…

An excellent article was published on Associated Content about Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth, Michigan. The link to this article is: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/15238/bronners_christmas_wonderland_and_gifts.html, This article will expand on the subject of the charming city that celebrates Christmas with Bavarian style. Famed for it’s Bavarian styled atmosphere, Frankenmuth is well known for it’s Christmas decorations. Frankenmuth is…

In this Photoshop Tutorial I will show you how to create the gray spike icon in my image. Please see the image that I have provided to see the ending results of this Photoshop tutorial. This is a two part tutorial. The first part is creating the icon and the second part is adding the…

Woolrich Flannel Sheets are the best flannel sheets I have owned. I have sampled brands such as Lands End, L.L. Bean, and store-brand flannel sheets, and none of them compare to the quality of Woolrich. Woolrich flannel sheets are soft, durable, and warm, and give you the best dollar value for your flannel sheet purchase….

Mastering or even learning Photoshop can be difficult. One thing any Photoshop user should know are the important “hot keys”. The hot keys allow you to go to your next step without having to search for the tool or selection. Although it may be impossible to memorize every single hot key, it is a good…

While going to play areas such as Chuck E. Cheese’s can provide a fun, safe and family-oriented atmosphere, it can end up costing you quite a bit in order to have fun. Some people, sadly, can not even afford to take their family to the movies. Depending on where you live as well as the…

Parts of Central Texas have an unusual Easter surprise this year as snow falls in many counties across the state. For the Central Texas town of Copperas Cove the snow comes shortly after a rough storm with floods, tornadoes and more which caused damage to many homes and property across the city. Community Emergency Response…

Easter is a religious holiday that has been taken over by the Easter Bunny. I’m not sure where the bunny was when Jesus was crucified, or what he had to do with the resurrection of Christ. I do know that he is soft, cuddly and warm, and has the focus of Easter. It may be…

Glass crafts make great gifts and is good way to recycle. If a picture frame gets ruined save the glass. If you have a glass jar you’re getting ready to throw away – don’t. No matter the size or shape of glass there’s a craft that can be made from it. And, glass is not…

For kids who prefer not to experience the great outdoors this summer, thus reducing the need for sunblock, bug spray, or the dreaded hat that makes my face look fat; there are alternatives. In Little Rock and the surrounding area, these camps include courses that encompass more than two dozen arts and humanities mediums. A…

Like most brides-to-be, as soon as I accepted my fiance’s proposal, I was off to the newsstand to pick up multiple copies of bridal related magazines. Oh, the possibilities were endless. How in the world was a future bride to choose the perfect gown? Well, it didn’t take long at all to decide what style…

The cities of Fargo and Moorhead have some strange and beautiful visitors to its parks, sidewalks and other public areas. These buffalo are part of a large public arts project and fundraiser from the Lake Agassiz Arts Council called Herd About the Prairie. The project is a very public display to help raise funds for…

If you live in the Dallas, TX area, here are the best Italian restaurants: Brother’s Pizza at 13317 Montfort Drive (972-458-1375) has the closest approximation to the mozzarella dream cake in Big D. One of the best Italian restaurants is also Salve! Ristorante at 2120 McKinney Avenue. Its cool, slick Milano-inspired décor may be a…

The next time that you decide to call a psychic, make sure that you pour your heart out. It is important to pour your heart out on the psychic hotline because this may be your one chance to speak with someone that truly understands you and is lending their ear to you. It is true…

In the past, airport hotels have been something to be avoided at all costs, and were considered only when there were no other options available. They were known for dirty floors, poor service and lots of noise, but much of that has changed. In an effort to keep up with the more luxurious hotels nearby,…

Teen clothing store in Phoenix, Arizona are a great source for age appropriate clothing for your teenager. Teen clothing stores in Phoenix, Arizona offer a selection of the latest trends in clothing for teenagers. Teen clothing stores are located throughout the Phoenix, Arizona area. If you are one of the fortunate few who can still…

Alicia Marie is an explorer and entertainer in life through the pains and joys, which she is able to capture and express through her music which is at times equally haunting and beautiful. To listen to her music, described sometimes as a mix of folk and rock, with solid melodies performed on the piano check…

I have been involved in nutrition on a personal level for many years and made some amazing discoveries. First of all we have to understand how nutrition plays a vital part in the human body and not only the everyday maintenance of health and vitality but also the very creation of new cells for growth,…

Toxic relationships are a fact of life for many people, men and women alive, both young and older. Often family and friends can see the effects in the relationship but the one living in it cannot or will not. Some want someone to ‘love’ them so badly they think most any type of attention is…

Dealing with the beginning stages of a family member or someone close to you dying can be very traumatizing and depressing for yourself as well as your loved one. Going to the hospital day in and day out can become very frustrating for family members and can become a distraction to the dying person. This…

Gone are the days when college students were tied to the use of land lines in busy dorm hallways. Today, many college students prefer to use a cell phone to keep in touch with friends and family. A cell phone gives a student the freedom of making and receiving calls anywhere and anytime, on or…

Your faith and the psychic reading can actually work together. Many faiths are against the use of the psychic reading because many people feel that a psychic gift is a work of the devil. You have to understand that our sixth sense and our minds can always work together for those that need to hear…

Way back in the 1980’s, when the woman and phenomenon known simply as “Madonna” first came on the scene, she was dismissed as nothing more than fluff, a “bimbo” who’s provocative antics were considered racy in the Reagan era. She was accused by critics of using her sexuality as a cover up, a selling tool…

I’ve been a huge fan of Tiffany Patterson, a.k.a New York ever since VH1’s ‘Flavor of Love’ season one began airing a couple of years ago. ‘Flavor of Love’ was basically a ghetto-fabulous ‘Bachelor.’ It featured Flava Flav, Public Enemy’s colorful hype man, who was looking to find a steady companion amongst the twenty or…

S� estas buscando abrir una cuenta de banco en Logan Utah, hay que considerar el Wells Fargo. El Banco de Wells Fargo esta comprometido atender a todas las necesidades de sus clientes donde sea. Wells Fargo le ofrece los medios que necesita para administrar su dinero en la manera que usted quiere, comenzar a acumular…

Whenever you sell a car or even buy a car then it is important to have a bill of sale for a motor vehicle. It is important to know the correct process of writing a motor vehicle bill of sale. Here are ten tips on how to write a bill of sale for a motor…

Buying a new puppy can be one of the most delightful times of your life. It can also leave you stressed and sleepless! My “puppy” is one year old now and a fantastic established adult male dog. He has graduated from “puppyhood”. I have listed some tips for making the journey from puppyhood to adult…

Since the beginning of Internet time, spam has arrived and been deleted in millions of user’s inboxes, sometimes even making it to the junk e-mail folder without any further regard. Spam, not the variety found on supermarket shelves, is essentially an evolution of bad marketing tactics gone haywire combined with a (sometimes dangerous) mixing of…

It has been 15 years since I began my journey as a Wish Granter for a major wish organization. I have never regretted it. There are so many wonderful stories, uplifting events, and simply priceless memories that I have both shared and acquired. Here is just one sample of how a simple act can transform…

Hideto Matsumoto, or hide, was a legendary guitarist and music artist in Japan. He is well known and has fans all around the globe. Although hide is no longer alive, his fans and band members still miss his cheery smile and goofy attitude. Hideto Matsumoto’s love for rock music began when he first listened to…

With economic statistics painting a picture where those at the top of the economic ladder are getting richer but those in the working middle class and below are having to increasingly struggle to make ends meet, and it’s no surprise that the amount of consumer debt – already large – is climbing yet higher. A…

The other day, I decided I would like to grill a nice steak and enjoy a baked potato and salad on the side. Not being a huge red meat eater, I headed off to the local grocery store in search of the perfect steak. To my surpise, I felt as if I was in a…

A room redecorated with a Latin American flair immediately becomes warm and inviting. If you are going to be redecorating a room in your home be it a bedroom or a common room and are thinking of going with a Latin decor the following sites are great places to find authentic decor or just fun…

What is better than getting all dressed up for a romantic dinner out with the person you love? Sharing good food, good wine, good conversation and a night you both will remember is the perfect way to show each other how much you love them. If you happen to be in Cleveland, Ohio, you have…

Many people know what I am speaking of when I say that there is nothing better than a nicely shaped calf. It is this muscle that creates a leanness about your entire body, however, many people do not know how to properly train their calves. This is why I have made a list of incredible…

“Table for Dr. Young and party.” Dr. Dalton Prescott sat with an expansive grin fracturing his angular face, content in the knowledge that his words were holding his acquaintances enraptured. “It’s a very delicate procedure, you realize. Takes nerves of steel, ice in the veins, hands as steady as an atomic clock. This isn’t something…

An Apple iPod nano 4 GB is a miniature computer that can be held in the palm of your hand. It is so small that the iPod only weighs in at 1.41 ounces, is a teensy weensy 3 and a half inches tall and 1.6 inches wide. The nano 4GB will store up to 1,000…