On Sunday, my friend Roger and I were lucky enough to visit Arlington National Cemetery and see the John F. Kennedy Memorial, the Arlington House (the Robert E. Lee Memorial), the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (with the changing of the guard ceremony), and then cross the Potomac River to Washington, DC, which is in full bloom with its Cherry […]
Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC
The inspiring story of Rhonda “Rowdy” Rouser
Nothing is typical about the twenty-eight-year-old, five-foot-seven-inch-tall powerhouse who weighs one hundred and thirty-five pounds and has taken the MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) world by storm. Rhonda Jean “Rowdy” Rouser became the first woman to sign with the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) in November 2012. In total, she has had eleven wins and no losses since becoming a fighter. Some […]
Apple iPhone price
If there is one phone that came and instantly became a sensation, it is without a doubt the iPhone from Apple Inc.A product of the world’s most trusted and innovative brand, Apple, the iPhone really took the markets in stride and never looked back. since its launch in 2007. Apple’s iPhone reached the zenith of success in the shortest period […]
What size cabinet knob bit?
If you have decided to renovate your kitchen, you are probably sick of looking for new hardware, what finish to put on the face of the cabinet, etc. However, one thing you need to know is what size bit to use for the cabinet knobs. The last thing you want to do with new cabinet doors is damage them. There […]
Bank Seized Cars for Pennies on the Dollar: Discover Secrets Dealers Don’t Want You to Know
Ever wonder how dealerships get their cars so cheap before they brand them and sell them to you at a profit? Sometimes they do this by buying cars seized by the government and the bank at auctions. Auctions for cars seized by the government and banks are held throughout the United States. How much you end up saving depends, of […]
Mind Maps: How to Use Mind Maps to Teach Difficult Grammar Points
If you are a language teacher, you probably already use mind maps to help your students learn vocabulary. These mind maps are sometimes called “vocabulary networks” or “word maps.” A popular use of these mind maps is to organize vocabulary groups, for example, their central topic is “food” and their subtopics are “meat”, “fruits”, “vegetables” and so on. Another way […]
For sale by owner: listing outside of MLS is a risky business
Since 2013, there has been an increase in pre-sale property sellers and Multiple Listing Services (MLS) listings. Core Logic reported that in 2013, 53% of real estate transactions made in the US were not listed on the MLS. Most sellers do not have a real estate license and are not allowed to use the MLS, the standard listing portal for […]
Are gift-giving parents out of control? I want a ferrari
Are gift-giving parents out of control? Gold All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth and a Ferrari If giving is better than receiving, when is it inappropriate to give? This is the season of giving. Will all kinds of gifts rain down on our children, or is this time of year a teachable moment that will last […]
Ten Reasons Why People Travel on Safari
When we go on safari in Africa, we focus on conversing with other visitors and for the past sixteen years we have compiled the following list of the top ten reasons why people leave the comfort of their homes to travel to South or East Africa. on a trip. Guided or driverless safari. If you’ve been on safari or are […]
Catapults: Facts You May Not Know
Catapults were used in medieval times to launch a siege on a castle and try to take it over. They were used to break down walls so that people could enter and try to push the defenders towards their castle and hopefully take over the castle. But the catapult is just a general idea, there are many different types of […]