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Today's Featured Article:-
Internet Etiquette You Can't Live Without
I visit chat rooms and Internet forums frequently. I always
like to assume that people understand the "rules of the road"
when it comes to these areas of the Web, and it's always
surprising that so many people don't.
Then I realize, the Internet is like a foreign land. How are
people supposed to know the culture and what's acceptable if
no one teaches them? With that in mind, here are some Internet
etiquette rules to live by:
Know the Trolls
First and foremost, if you post or chat on the Web, be prepared for the trolls. These are mean "little" people who prowl the forums and chat rooms (and even blog comment sections) with the sole purpose of stirring up a ruckus. They attack at random, with no rhyme or reason. Your best bet? Ignore the trolls. If you don't feed them, they'll go away.
Don't Use Caps
DO NOT TYPE LIKE THIS. Why? Because using all caps is considered yelling, and it's rude. People will "flame" you (will touch on that later) for doing this. Remember, you're often judged by what, and how, you write online. Try to do it properly.
Stay Away From the Fire
Now let's talk about flaming. If you attack someone verbally (or they attack you), it's called flaming. Flaming is wrong! It will get you a bad reputation and get you banned from many online forums and chat rooms. It's easy to get caught up in a "flame" thread where people are tearing one another apart. Emotions run hot. Try to avoid it.
A Final Word
A good rule of thumb is try to carry yourself online just as you would in person. Some people feel as though they can "hide" behind their computer screen and treat online individuals any way they want. This isn't a good way to carry yourself. Treat others with respect online and off and you'll be a better person for it.
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Wondering whether you'll be getting a lil' somethin' somethin' later today? Anything's possible, but your chances aren't so good if it happens to be Tuesday.
According to an NOP Research Group health survey, Tuesday is the day when people do it the least, perhaps because they're all tuckered out from loving Monday so much (seriously, the applied mathematicians at University of Vermont say so). And scientists say that sex hormones peak on Thursday mornings, making that the primo time to get primal.
We say, why limit yourself to celibacy on Tuesdays? Surely there are ways to avoid sex any day of the week! Of course, some people actually like to have sex (for any of 237 or so reasons), so we also included excuses to get it on each day ending with y. (You might want to go ahead and get these printed on those day-of-the-week panties.)
Sunday
Sex: We better do it now, since we start work tomorrow
No Sex: I've really got to clean up all these liquor bottles from last night.
Monday
Sex: My week's getting off to a really rough start. Speaking of getting off ,
No Sex: Ummmm , it's Monday, so obviously I have to make toaster oven s'mores and paint my toenails, which is probably going to take up my whole night.
Find out how to get laid or not Tuesday through Saturday.
Tuesday
Sex: I heard people never have sex on Tuesdays, we should prove them wrong.
No Sex: I believe their findings are correct.
Wednesday
Sex: It's hump day, baby!
No Sex: Please, never say that again.
Thursday
Sex: Hey, my sex hormones are out of control.
No Sex: Didn't we just do it? It seems like we did.
Friday
Sex: That party was great, I had soooo many margaritas.
No Sex: You smell like my high-school art teacher. The one who got fired for being a drunk.
Saturday
Sex: You know, we've got nothing to do all day, and there's nobody around ,
No Sex: Oh, did I forget to tell you, I signed us up for a bird-watching tour of the wetlands. Ha. Ha.
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Three (3) easy tips for keeping a man attracted ALL the time.
Christian Carter
Ever wonder why men sometimes act so hot and cold? One day, he's totally into you and very affectionate, and then without any obvious reason he stops calling, acts distant and withdrawn, and no longer seems to be interested in you. It leaves you wondering what you did or said to change his mind about you.
What's going on?
The bad news is he's not feeling attracted to you anymore, but it's the last thing he'll admit to you. But the good news is that it's easy to have a man start feeling it for you again, if you know what to do. If you can learn how to create intense feelings of emotional attraction inside him, everything in your relationship will feel more effortless.
Here are a few tips for creating that attraction:
Tip #1: Understand Why a Man Can See You as Needy, Even When You're Not
Did you know that a woman doesn't actually have to actually be needy for a man to get that icky feeling inside when he's around her? The ways you share your feelings and lend emotional support to your girlfriends can bond your friendship, but that kind of talking and intimacy can actually make a man feel anxious and smothered by you. Asking a man such things as, "why didn't you call yesterday?" can also make a man think you're needy.
Tip #2: Avoid the Predictable, Boring Behaviors of Other Women
A man loves being around a woman who has more to talk about than the boring every day stuff. When you meet a man, asking him what he does for a living or talking about your job is boring. It's what every other woman does. Men will love being around you if you communicate a love and enjoyment of life and bring a unique and upbeat energy that will set you apart from every other woman he knows.
Tip #3: Create a Level of Unpredictability
If a man can't guess what you'll do or say next, he'll be constantly thinking and wondering about you. Learn to create a level of unpredictability and it will work like magic. For example, use humor and teasing when possible. Men love it because it is one of the primary male languages for bonding and connection.
Men usually lose interest in a relationship and leave when they stop feeling that gut-level of emotional attraction. That's why it's important to know what to do to trigger those feelings to keep the spark alive and healthy in any relationship.
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I want to share an interesting insight with you that not 1 in 100 men ever realize on their own. It's actually TWO insights, but they're two sides of the same coin. And it goes a little sumthin' like this:
1. Most men behave like WUSSIES when it comes to women and dating.
2. Women NEVER feel the powerful and magical emotion called ATTRACTION for WUSSIES.
WHAT exactly IS a WUSSY?
A Wussy is a guy who kisses up to women, accepts manipulative behavior from women, and doesn't care if a woman flakes out on him, takes advantage of him, or acts overly dramatic around him.
Most guys act like wussies, and this is why they fail with women.
And when being a wussy doesn't work for a guy, he'll usually TRY HARDER, making things even WORSE.
How do I know this so well?
Because I, my friend, used to be a BIG TIME Wuss Bag.
For whatever reason, it just wasn't obvious to me what I was doing back then.
Let me tell you something else:
Behaving like a Wuss is a lot like having a substance abuse problem. The first step is ADMITTING that you've been being a WUSS all your life, and that you were doing the best you could with what you had to work with.
I often make fun of guys who act like Wussies, and bust on them unmercifully, but the fact is that I've been there, and I get it.
Next, you need to learn how to EVICT your inner Wuss, and then it's time to get down to business and learn how to create that magical feeling called ATTRACTION inside of women.
It's not magic, and it's not voodoo. Making women feel a powerful, gut-level ATTRACTION for you doesn't require looks or money, and I honestly believe that almost ANY man can learn how to do it.
The amazing part about it is that we all have the NATURAL ability to communicate with women in a way that makes them feel ATTRACTION, but most of us guys never DEVELOPED this natural skill.
But just because you haven't yet learned how to use and develop these natural talents doesn't mean that you can't start NOW.
How do I know?
Because I used to have ZERO SKILL with women
Just a few short years ago, I couldn't even start a CONVERSATION with a woman I didn't know, never mind get dates and have success with UNUSUALLY ATTRACTIVE women.
But NOW I can. And it's all because I spent the time it took to find and learn the secrets of the "naturals", or the guys who had already figured out the skills that it takes to attract women.
You can too.
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The Ultima te Mistake Men Make With Women
by David DeAngelo
I want to share an interesting insight with you that not 1 in 100 men ever realize on their own. It's actually TWO insights, but they're two sides of the same coin. And it goes a little sumthin' like this:
1. Most men behave like WUSSIES when it comes to women and dating.
2. Women NEVER feel the powerful and magical emotion called ATTRACTION for WUSSIES.
WHAT exactly IS a WUSSY?
A Wussy is a guy who kisses up to women, accepts manipulative behavior from women, and doesn't care if a woman flakes out on him, takes advantage of him, or acts overly dramatic around him.
Most guys act like wussies, and this is why they fail with women.
And when being a wussy doesn't work for a guy, he'll usually TRY HARDER, making things even WORSE.
How do I know this so well?
Because I, my friend, used to be a BIG TIME Wuss Bag.
For whatever reason, it just wasn't obvious to me what I was doing back then.
Let me tell you something else:
Behaving like a Wuss is a lot like having a substance abuse problem. The first step is ADMITTING that you've been being a WUSS all your life, and that you were doing the best you could with what you had to work with.
I often make fun of guys who act like Wussies, and bust on them unmercifully, but the fact is that I've been there, and I get it.
Next, you need to learn how to EVICT your inner Wuss, and then it's time to get down to business and learn how to create that magical feeling called ATTRACTION inside of women.
It's not magic, and it's not voodoo. Making women feel a powerful, gut-level ATTRACTION for you doesn't require looks or money, and I honestly believe that almost ANY man can learn how to do it.
The amazing part about it is that we all have the NATURAL ability to communicate with women in a way that makes them feel ATTRACTION, but most of us guys never DEVELOPED this natural skill.
But just because you haven't yet learned how to use and develop these natural talents doesn't mean that you can't start NOW.
How do I know?
Because I used to have ZERO SKILL with women
Just a few short years ago, I couldn't even start a CONVERSATION with a woman I didn't know, never mind get dates and have success with UNUSUALLY ATTRACTIVE women.
But NOW I can. And it's all because I spent the time it took to find and learn the secrets of the "naturals", or the guys who had already figured out the skills that it takes to attract women.
You can too.
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100 Calorie Packs Pros and Cons If you've ever been on a diet (and who hasn't?), you know the feeling. You're doing well sticking to your diet. You haven't cheated once, but then it hits. The craving for something that isn't a fruit or vegetable -- something that sort of resembles a treat. You don't want to blow your diet, so you check out the latest diet snack food -- the 100 calorie packs. If you've been wondering if these snack packs are a good thing, here are a few pros and cons of these snack packs. Pros 100 calories per serving -- If you stick to only one pack, you get a little break from your diet and still only consume 100 calories. Satisfaction -- Sometimes it only takes a little bit to make that sweet or salty craving go away and one of these packs just might do the trick. Cons Serving size -- Most people are sadly disappointed when they see what's actually in one of these 100 calorie packs. Yes, there are only 100 calories per serving, but the amount of product you get isn't usually enough to satisfy a craving, causing you to eat two or three packs. Product Appearance -- If you buy the Oreo snack pack expecting to get regular cookies with creamy filling, you'll be disappointed. The Oreos and other products have been changed in these snack packs in attempt to make them 100 calories per pack. Oreos are now just a cracker, Reese's wafers are two small servings, and Entenmann's Little Bites have two button-mushroom sized muffins. Overall, what is shown on the outside of the package isn't exactly what you'll be getting and you'll probably be disappointed. Taste -- The taste of the products in the snack pack were, for the most part, altered from the original full-size product. Cheez-it and Doritos had a similar taste to the regular product but many others had the taste altered and in several cases they tasted worse than the original. Size -- Be prepared for miniature Doritos and tiny Goldfish. The companies that produce these snack packs have shrunk their product to try to give customers the appearance that they are getting more product. Cost -- If you eat one and only one 100 calorie snack pack and stick to your diet, you will lighten up. Even lighter than your weight, however, will be your wallet. The snack packs cost 16% to 279% more than the full-size products! Looking for a way to have a snack or treat while dieting? Your best bet is to buy the regular sized product, go home, immediately divide it into smaller portions, and store in individual baggies. When a craving hits you, get out one baggie and have a regular snack that tastes and looks like it should. You'll be much happier and that craving will be much more satisfied this way than with the 100 calorie packs. http://www.consumertipsreports.org/get_the_skinny_on_100_calorie_packs.html |
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3 Steps to Connect to His Heart, Not His Head
by Rori Raye
Has a man ever told you that you're a great friend, but he isn't feeling romantic about you? If so, it may be because you're doing a great job connecting with a man's head and intellect, but doing nothing to trigger passion in his heart. You're afraid to let your guard down and show your true feelings because you don't want to be hurt again. But this fear is keeping you from emotionally connecting with a man.
Instead, take these three steps:
Step 1: Stop analyzing and obsessing.
Women believe the lie that men fear displays of emotion. Actually, what men can't stand is "drama," but they fall to their knees in adoration for a woman who can feel something and communicate it in a non-judgmental, non-critical and vulnerable way.
Allow yourself to feel every emotion, even if it's not interesting or pleasant. When you stop analyzing why and just feel, you'll feel more fully yourself, more alive, and therefore you'll automatically be more attractive to every man.
Step 2: Get out of your head and into your feelings.
What are your conversations with a man like?
If you're in your head, you are probably expressing a lot of opinions and facts about things. That's not very romantic. Opinions are good for an occasional lively discussion with friends, but they don't do anything to inspire him to love you.
Instead, notice how you feel about things throughout your day. Whenever you catch yourself lost in your thoughts, to-do lists or opinions, take yourself back to how you feel in the moment.
Step 3: Communicate using the phrase "I feel," not "I think, "
Speak from your feelings. Start sentences with "I feel" instead of "I think." This may seem odd at first. You may be afraid that if you do this a man will think you're silly or too emotional or that you'll scare him off. Actually, the exact opposite is true.
The more you're able to share your emotions in a man's presence without going into drama and telling him what's wrong with him, the closer he's going to want to get to you.
The best way to help a man connect to his tender, emotional side is by knowing how you feel and being able to clearly and honestly communicate it to him.
When you start connecting with his heart this way, he'll be more affectionate and loving with you. He may even start sharing what he feels with you.
Taking these steps changed my marriage nearly overnight. Even now, whenever I spend too much time discussing things instead of feeling juicy and romantic, I remind myself to do these three things and everything shifts like magic.
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Out, out, damned spot! And take these laundry myths with you!
Laundry myths offer a good example of how even everyday tasks can accrue a web of misconceptions and false facts that get in the way of actually getting the job done. With the exception of a few Beverly Hills types and lazy husbands, almost everyone does laundry -- and a lot of what we know about it is wrong.
In this two-parter, we'll take a look at eight laundry myths that all of us would be better off without believing.
Myth 1: Washing my laundry in hot water will kill, or at least wash away, all the germs on my laundry.
Nope, not even close -- though this is one laundry myth we'd all like to believe. Even really hot water usually isn't enough to kill every microscopic bug on your Underoos, though it'll get most of them. And you certainly shouldn't avoid using hot water just to save a few bucks (we'll go into more detail on that later).
Unless you use a healthy dose of bleach, all a washing machine does is redistribute the existing bacteria across your entire load. Some bugs will drain away with the rinse water, but by no means all. To truly sterilize your clothing, you need to use chlorine bleach; color-safe bleaches won't cut it.
Myth 2: It's best to use cool water to wash your clothing.
This laundry myth is true enough from an ecological and economic standpoint; obviously, you save energy and resources if you use only cold water to wash your clothes. However, there's a point where cleanliness and concern for the environment need to part ways, and this is it.
From a health perspective, hot water works best to get clothing clean, especially when combined with the proper amounts of detergent and bleach (see Myth 1). Admittedly, however, it's possible to wash lightly-soiled laundry in warm or cool water, presuming you use the right amount of detergent.
Myth 3: The more detergent, the better!
This laundry myth seems reasonable, but the truth is that too much of a good thing is a definite possibility when it comes to soap. Even if you don't end up with a roomful of suds, you may find yourself with clothes so saturated with detergent that it's impossible for the rinse cycle to get rid of all of it.
The result may be itchy clothing and, in some cases, skin allergies. Even if that doesn't occur, excess detergent can degrade the fabric of your clothing. Check your dryer's lint trap; if you get an unusual amount of lint with each load, you're probably using more detergent than you need to.
Myth 4: Liquid bleach will break down your fabrics.
According to Clorox Labs (and, yeah, we admit that they might be biased), this isn't so. It's mostly wearing clothes that causes fabrics to deteriorate, though washing and drying do contribute. Then again, it's all a matter of using bleach as directed; use too much, and this one of our laundry myths might very well come true for you.
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In the dream
You walk with me
You talk with me
I know you
I see your face
When I wake up
your familiar face has no name
I know you yet I don't know you
I can still see your face
In the dream
I see snakes
I see unusual monsters
I scream
I cry
I run
In the dream
though different dreams
You are always there
At the end of the cliff
In the sea water
In the forest
On the side of the street
In the dream
You are always there to save me
You kill the snakes
You fight the monsters
You walk behind me
you walk in front me
In the dream
You always leave
Smiling
Waving
And then you disappear in thin air
In the dream
no snakes, no unusual monsters, no nothing
you are holding my hands
We laugh, we talk, we giggle
For the first time
you kiss me
I say "I know you"
I call your name
You laugh
With your hands
You close my eyes
You seal my lips
In the dream
I am finally home
You are standing at the gate
You are crying
You say to me
"don't go back there"
I wake up
earlier than usual
I see your name
It's on the tip of my tongue
Yet I cannot call your name
Now. . .
I can no longer
See your face
Remember your name
I am blank
Why?
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Our bodies need antioxidants. Many serious illnesses are thought to be triggered by oxidative stress. Antioxidants can help reduce this oxidative stress as well as the risk of developing the associated diseases, such as heart disease, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. But where can you get your daily serving of antioxidants? Especially since vitamins don't seem to be as powerful as we all thought? These foods may surprise you, Pop That Cork You're not dreaming. Wine is actually beneficial to your health. And it's not just red wine that has antioxidant benefits. White wine also contains them. Baby Food It's good news for babies, but it's also good news for those few adults who actually enjoy the occasion jar of baby food. Think I'm joking? I'm not. Many celebrities have been known to pop open a jar of baby food as a low-calorie healthy snack. And many baby foods are filled with healthy antioxidants. Applesauce, peaches and bananas seem to be the most powerful. Chocolate Lovers Rejoice How can something so good be good for you? It is. Baking chocolate has plenty of antioxidants. However, not all chocolate is created equal. You'll get much more power from dark, unsweetened bakers squares than you would from a milk chocolate candy bar. Hummus Hummus lovers, I've got some good news for you. Hummus that is made with chickpeas, garlic and tofu is a triple-threat. All three are antioxidant rich. Dip some 7-grain bread into it and you've got a meal that's an antioxidant powerhouse. Baked Potatoes Forget that advice about avoiding potatoes. While French fries definitely aren't a good idea, a healthy baked potato is a great source of antioxidant benefits. Add some garlic and season it lightly and you've got a healthy snack or side dish. And that's just the beginning. There are dozens of foods that are antioxidant rich. Check out this listing of healthy antioxidant foods. So the next time someone tells you that you can't possibly eat enough foods to get all of the antioxidants your body needs, take it with a grain of salt (or Tamari, if you prefer) and let them know there may be more anti-oxidant rich foods than they realize. http://www.consumersavvytips.org/ |
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The Secret Allure of the "Bad Boy
by Christian Carter
Ever stop to realize that you don't pick the right guys?
More to the point, do you find yourself picking one wrong guy after the next?
If so, you're about to spend the most useful 3 minutes you've ever spent on improving your future love life.
There's something I want you to do that I KNOW will improve your natural ability to understand a man's behavior, and why you're choosing the wrong men.
Take 2 minutes of time to yourself and answer these 3 questions for yourself:
Question #1: What is it about "bad boys" or men that aren't "available" that is attractive to women? And to you?
Question #2: Have you ever dated a guy even though you knew he was a "bad boy?"
Question #3: Is there a "nice guy" in your life who would make a great companion but you're not attracted to or share a "connection" with?
Don't cheat yourself on these questions. Stop, go back, make sure you take at least a few minutes of time and think about just these questions.
This exercise is all about actively improving your ability to know what a good man looks like for YOU, and to help you pick the right man.
Picking the wrong men can get you in all kinds of painful trouble it's hard to get free of.
As I say in my Inside The Mind of A Man DVD program, "the man you choose is the man you get."
Whether you'd like to admit it or not, you are responsible for the kind of men you spend time with.
And whether you'd like to admit or not, lots of women (and maybe you) rarely feel that powerful GUT LEVEL ATTRACTION for "nice guys" who chase after them, dote on them and kiss up to them.
You might LIKE the experience of the "nice guy" doing these nice things, but it doesn't make you feel that attraction or connection that has you wanting him.
There's something I call The Danger of A Connection.
When most women feel that intense chemistry and attraction and connection with a man, (as you might feel with a Bad Boy) they open up and start to explore their feelings and let him in.
The problem here is that the connection that they feel, while it's great to have, has NOTHING to do with whether or not this man is actually a fit for them as a partner in a RELATIONSHIP.
In other words, women are often choosing men based on the connection they FEEL with the man. Meanwhile, the only thing that having this connection means for sure about the man is that the man might feeling it too. For now.
The connection does NOT mean that a man is looking for a relationship, feels something more than a physical connection and is ready and capable of something more than a casual fling.
How many times have you made this mistake with a man, or a Bad Boy, because of the Danger of A Connection, and set yourself up for disappointment?
If you want to find out exactly how to identify and attract a great man, and have him feel that "something" that makes him instantly want you and treat you as "girlfriend material" instead of something casual, then I strongly recommend you sign up to get my free dating & relationship secrets of men newsletter. It's packed with my best free tips on men.
You can sign up for my free newsletter and learn tips and secrets about men, attraction and relationship here:
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Admit it, identity thieves, especially those involved in phishing, are creative. They stop at nothing, steal your personal information and use your identity to their advantage. Another area of your life they discovered to encroach upon, deceive you, and get your precious personal information involves texting. To some people, this area is near and dear to their heart, texting. Identity thieves took notice of how much time people spend texting and found ways to take advantage of the situation. Texting and phishing -- A dangerous combination We don't like thieves, do we? Not only do they do us harm by stealing our possessions and identities, but also they constantly seek new sources to suck out this information? Our beloved texting appears to be the next victim. Thieves noticed how many people diligently spend their time texting. So what did they do? They began sending phishing text messages to cell phones. These messages follow the same procedure as phishing emails. The phishing attack begins with identity thieves sending you text messages that appear forwarded from your bank or credit card company. The messages are professional in nature so you have no reason to doubt their authenticity. The messages state a breach in security of your bank account or credit card account and give you a number to call. When you call this number, an automated system directs you to give your personal information for the sake of "security." Actually, in this phishing scam the thieves are collecting all of your personal information for immediate theft of your identity. To protect yourself from phishing scams such as this one, never respond to these text messages. Your bank or credit card company does not contact you through text messages -- ever! Stay safe by simply deleting the text message and you remain safe from this phishing technique. http://www.identitytheftfixes.com/texting_and_phishing_--_a_dangerous_combination.html |
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Top 10: Annoying Things Women Do
By Shawn Croft
Number 10
A recurring theme among many women is that they try to place themselves under a "holier than thou" light, never admitting that they fooled around or dividing their number of boyfriends by five. Now, we applaud those ladies who truly are innocent and pure, but the rest should stop trying to water down their past. Women are allowed to have just as much fun as guys, and they should find a man who can appreciate that.
Number 9
Why is it that many women can't make a simple compliment toward another woman? They love to nitpick about everything from weight to hairstyle and everything in between. Only a woman will notice if another woman's shoes don't match her purse and turn it into a calamity.
Granted there are some women who are readily willing to admit when another woman is hot (and hopefully invite her over for a ménage), but most don't want to distract their men with any competition. Nevertheless, we spot the hot ones anyway.
Number 8
Oftentimes, just mentioning another woman's name can spell the end of your existence. Imagine, then, the warfare you'll have to endure if she finds out you were at a gentleman's club.
Call it what you will, but a lot of women have this thing that causes them to second-guess everything, especially their man's loyalty. That's why when another female enters the equation in any way, shape or form, she tenses up. If you've given her reason to doubt you, then her paranoia is likely justified. Otherwise, you shouldn't have to pay the price because she's feeling insecure.
Number 7
Some women have some serious security issues. They need their men to hold them, rub them, and tell them how special they are. They turn men into their emotional crutch and look to us for moral, mental and emotional support.
There's a real irony here when you think of all the women who go out of their way to show us how independent they are. These are usually the same women who become extremely insecure once they finally fall in love. Of course, as tempting as it may be to use this to our advantage, I think most men would prefer the tougher version. This way, they'd at least retain some peace of mind.
Number 6
The old "What are you thinking?" question is a timeless example of how women love to test their men and search for our true feelings about them. They hurdle obscure, theoretical questions at us that, according to them, we're supposed to know the answer to if we're really their soul mates .
What a pitiful sight it is, seeing a guy tense up as his mind goes into overdrive, looking for the right answer, while his lady looks on from a distance with her arms folded and foot tapping. At this point, there's nothing left to do except throw an answer out there and hope we don't end up in the doghouse.
She's in your space, she won't shut up, and the mother of all annoying things,
Number 5
Women have this instinctive tick that makes them want to groom us anytime they want and make our personal belongings theirs.
In other words, when they're not adjusting our tie for the umpteenth time, they're rummaging through our drawers, looking for a sweatshirt to change into. Am I the only one who sees a problem here? We all know that there would be hell to pay if we so much as thought about giving them a haircut or sorting through their stuff, so why is it that our turf is fair game?
Number 4
They cry over anything: a sad movie (or even a happy one), a broken nail, or a haircut gone awry. What's worse, they expect us to clean up the emotional mess. And if there's one thing we suck at, it's dealing with a crying woman on our shoulder.
It's not that we're insensitive, but aside from saying, "There there, sweetie," we don't know the first thing about comforting a woman. The fact that women are usually more delicate and vulnerable is great; we just don't want the steady stream of tears for every minor setback.
Number 3
When it comes to shopping, there just aren't enough hours in the day for most women. Whether it's browsing, window-shopping, or an all-out spending spree, they can spend hours on end in a shoe store, among others, without even thinking about food, water, or any of their responsibilities.
But what's worse is that they have to take us along for the ride. So there we go, from store to store, wandering aimlessly back and forth while they inspect every article of clothing by their respective price tags.
Number 2
Chris Rock nailed it when he said that asking how her day went renders a 45-minute conversation. Most women love to talk, and if you give them the ammo, they won't stop. It's not that we don't care about what they have to say; it's just that we don't need to hear every minute detail.
Number 1
In the war of the sexes, it's all about who wears the pants in the relationship. Oftentimes most women, in an effort to show their superiority, will attack men's universal weak spot: sex.
And while I applaud them for this gutsy tactic, they really should leave the basic human needs alone, don't you think?
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8 Phrases That Don't Mean What You Think They Mean
Oct 6th 2009 By Jeremy Taylor
1. I could care less
What you think it means: "I couldn't care less."
What it actually means: You actually do care.
2. It begs the question
Would you think it means: To ask or raise a question
What it actually means: To use an argument that assumes as proved the very thing one is trying to prove.
3. Let's table this
What you think it means: To discuss something later
What it actually means: This is tricky, because in the United States, it means what you think it does. But it means the exact opposite -- "let's discuss this right now" -- in most of the rest of the English-speaking world. Best not to be used in any international setting.
4. I did a 360
What you think it means: Completely changing your opinion.
What it actually means: Your opinion changed, but then changed back to your original opinion.
5. PIN number
What you think it means: A non-repetitive way to refer to your personal identification number
What it actually means: That you're being redundant. Especially when you use your PIN number at the ATM machine.
6. Lion's share
What you think it means: The greatest of multiple shares
What it actually means: You're not technically incorrect, because, over time this has become one of the phrase's definitions. But the phrase originally comes from an Aesop's Fable in which the lion took all -- not the largest -- of the shares. Because that's what lions tend to do.
7. The exception that proves the rule
What you think it means: Any counterexample to a rule proves the rule. For example, if you said you only date blondes, but somebody pointed out the time you dated a brunette, you might say that it is "the exception that proves the rule." This popular usage makes no sense at all.
What it actually means: The idiom actually does make sense -- but you have to think about it along the lines of the exception proves that a rule exists. For example," No parking on Saturdays" would mean that you can park in the spot any other day of the week.
8. I am nauseous.
What you think it means: I have a sick feeling in my stomach.
What it actually means: It depends. Prior to World War II, you'd have been clearly saying, "I make other people sick," and the correct term would have been "I am nauseated." However, over time, the usage has shifted to the point that many language experts have deemed "I am nauseous" as an acceptable explanation of your own queasiness. Just be careful using that term around the old folks' home.
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You've concluded you need a new computer. Your old computer was faithful, but let's face it -- you don't have all day. It takes forever to boot up and even longer to surf the Internet. Unless you're just dying to buy that latest, greatest computer, give these tips a try and speed up your old faithful.
5 tips to make your computer run like new
Tip #1 -- Free up disk space
Over time, your computer's hard drive becomes less efficient when it comes to storing and retrieving files. To overcome this problem, try defragmenting. Defragmenting the hard drive can be a slow process but is well worth the effort. When you defragment the disk, it organizes the information you have on your hard drive so it is easier for your computer to find next time you're looking for something and will make your computer like new.
Defragmenting:
-- Removes temporary files
-- Removes downloadable programs
-- Empties the recycle bin
-- Removes components you don't use
-- Removes installed programs you do not use
As you can see, this process gets rid of a lot of garbage on your computer resulting in speeding it up.
To defragment your hard drive, you can either use the Disk Cleanup tool on your computer under "Tools" or buy software that will do it for you.
Tip #2 -- Clean it up
If your computer is slow when you first boot up, the problem could be that there are too many programs running in the background. You may not even be aware of them, but all the same, they are there.
To get rid of these programs, go to your Start menu and click All Programs. Next, click Startup. When you're in the menu, delete the programs that you don't need.
Tip #3 -- Uninstall programs you don't use
Your computer slows down considerably once it has reached 50% capacity. To keep this from happening, go to Control Panel and then Add/Remove programs. Once compiled, you will have a list of all the programs on your computer. Scan the list and uninstall the ones you don't use anymore.
Tip #4 -- Memory
If your hard drive is loaded with programs that you use all the time and you can't delete any for the sake of speeding it up, you may have to resort to adding memory. This isn't expensive and will keep you from having to get a new computer. Once you add the memory, you should notice the difference right away.
Tip #5 -- Remove Spyware and Adware
Another common cause of computer slow-down is the installation of spyware and adware. Adware is software that displays advertisements on your computer and the more diabolical Spyware is software that sends your personal information to a third party without your permission or knowledge.
The problem with this evil duo is that most of the time, you've unwittingly agreed to install these items so if you have an older anti-virus program -- it won't protect you. What to do? Make sure you have a newer anti-virus program or anti-spyware program installed.
Before junking your old computer, try these 5 tips, and you'll probably realize you can avoid buying a new computer after all!
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many more snuggle years 2gether
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Is Swine Flu a Cause to Party? What exactly is a swine flu party, and why would a case of h1n1 make anyone want to sing and dance? Simply put, a swine flu party happens when people deliberately expose themselves to close contact with a person who has swine flu symptoms. In "theory", the partiers get infected with a mild case of the disease, resulting in future immunity. In other words, a swine flu party is supposed to be a sort of natural vaccination. In theory, it sounds like a pretty clever idea. But there are plenty of reasons why swine flu parties are disasters waiting to happen. 1. Control an epidemic, don't deliberately spread it An epidemic is a temporary surge in a disease that can result in thousands of hours of lost manpower and money, not to mention standstills in services and daily life. When facing an epidemic, we need to control the number of people exposed to the disease. The more people who contract h1n1, the more society in general suffers, which makes swine flu parties a bad idea. 2. Exposure of the disease to people who don't necessarily want swine flu Just because you're all fired up about a swine flu party doesn't mean your coworkers want to share in the joy. While waiting for your swine flu symptoms to manifest, you'll be cheerfully spreading the germs to your friends, family, and coworkers. 3. Just because one person gets a mild case of h1n1 doesn't mean you will too In America, most people who contract swine flu don't die from it. Keep in mind that swine flu has been severe and even fatal for some people. And you can't control how severe a strain you contract. In other words, deliberate exposure to a mild case of h1n1 could kill you. 4. A mutating disease makes immunities useless Your swine flu party experience could be a waste if the virus mutates again and counters your immunities. There are many other reasons to avoid swine flu parties, especially if you have children: epidemics spread particularly quickly in schools where children come in constant contact with other children. The CDC strongly recommends against the idea of a swine flu party, and in this case, listen to the experts. http://www.consumertipsreports.org/is_swine_flu_a_cause_to_party.html |
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Prevent Spam -- Prevent Identity Theft Want to stop spam and prevent identity theft? Follow these tips How can you prevent identity theft by preventing spam? First, you have to realize that spam is more than just a nuisance -- something that clogs up your inbox and takes your precious time to sift through. Spam is now a tool used on a daily basis to steal your identity. Learn how to prevent spam and you will learn how prevent identity theft. Every year there are an estimated 40 trillion spam emails delivered. No, not just to you, although it sometimes feels that way. These trillions of emails aren't sent just to annoy or sell you things you aren't interested in. Unfortunately, they're a lot more sinister than that. Spam used by identity thieves are loaded with malware. Malware can take over your computer and capture your information and steal your identity. Preventing identity theft isn't impossible, it just takes effort and staying informed. Follow these 5 tips to avoid spam and learn to prevent identity theft. Tip #1 -- Don't open any email if you don't recognize the sender This sounds like a no-brainer, but you know how it is. Sometimes you're just curious. Resist the urge -- click "delete." Tip #2 -- Don't click on the links in spam email messages Spammers have multiple pages on their sites and can track whether or not you opened the spam email. Tip #3 -- If you're a website owner, disguise your email address Never put your address in plain text on your site. Spiders that crawl sites scrape email addresses and send you spam. Trick the spiders by changing you email. Instead of john.doe@gmail.com, type it as John Doe At Gmail Dot Com. Crawlers cannot identify email addresses like this. Tip #4 -- You know those emails you get that tell you to pass it on to "the 10 people who are special in your life"? This is one way spammers harvest email addresses. Don't pass these on to anyone. Tip #5 -- Use a "junk" email address every time you join a group, chatroom or register for something on the internet You can get an unlimited number of free mail addresses from Gmail or Yahoo and it saves you from having your email address scraped by crawlers. Learning how to prevent identity theft is an ongoing process. Many people aren't aware that spam is more than just an annoyance. Begin looking at spam in a new light. Prevent spam and prevent identity theft at the same time. http://www.identitytheftfixes.com/prevent_spam_--_prevent_identity_theft.html |
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