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The Alabama Rig Controversy - - steven vonbrandt
There has already been a lot written about the latest craze to hit the bass fishing world called "The Alabama Rig". So far, this technique has accounted for numerous wins on the FLW tour and many local events all across the country. In some states the rig is not legal fully rigged with... Submitted 15 days 22 hours ago.

Have You Had A Date Lately? - Fran Larson
Maybe it was the relentless rain or the endless announcements of bad news and despair from the television that caused Jim and I to have the same thought at exactly the same time: We hadn't been on a date lately ; that is, not a real date. Yes, we had been out to dinner or ran errands or shopped... Submitted 2 years 208 days ago.

My Trip to See Elton John in Concert - - Judy Shubert
Thank goodness for mass transit! If any of you are familiar with the Dallas - Fort Worth, Texas metroplex you know that the traffic can sometimes be exasperating and downright dangerous! That was my argument when I convinced two of my sisters and a niece and one of her friends that we should... Submitted 3 years 260 days ago.

Sweet Trivia Question And Answer - - Deanna Mascle
1. Chocolate is made from cocoa beans. But where do cocoa beans grow? A. On trees B. On bushes C. On vines D. On roots A. On trees TOPICS: Cocoa beans come from cacao trees that grow in tropical regions of the world 2. During World War II, production of Hersheys Kisses was halted. Do you know... Submitted 4 years 117 days ago.

August Arcana Trivia Quiz - Deanna Mascle
1. Although it is the eighth months in the Gregorian Calendar, August was originally what month in the Roman Calendar? A. Sixth B. Seventh C. Eighth D. Ninth A. Sixth TOPICS: It was originally known as Sextilis which is the Latin name for the sixth month in the Roman calendar. 2. The US honors... Submitted 5 years 183 days ago.

Greek Island Beach Massages -- Choose Your Beach - - Paroshep
When you decide to go to the beach do you seek a quiet commune with nature or do you prefer people watching, activity and services? The Greek islands have beaches galore to suit every preference. They frequently score among the top ten lists for favourite beaches world wide. In this photo... Submitted 224 days 4 hours ago.

How to Fight the winter blues by going UFO Watching - Robert Benjamin
Why do some folks hate winter time so much? Is it the cold, the snow, the icy roads, or is it something else they truly fear, like getting the winter blues because they always think there's nothing to do. I for one love winter, now I don't care much for the heat bill, but as far as the snow, and... Submitted 355 days 23 hours ago.

Send Your Teddy Bear To See Santa Claus - Joel Kontinen
D oes your Teddy Bear need a vacation? If so, why not send him (or her?) to Lapland to see Santa Claus. Teddy will be able to feed Santa's reindeers, get a certificate as proof of crossing the Arctic Circle and then have his picture taken at Santa's Workshop with Santa, of course, who will give... Submitted 1 year 271 days ago.

Everything I know I Learned From My Girlfriends - Susan Bourdeau
Every once in a while, we are given the opportunity to relish a moment. Our lives are always set on fast forward, what we are doing next, how we are going to get ahead, and so forth, that we lose focus on enjoying great moments when the are happening. Too many times I have been so intent on my... Submitted 1 year 307 days ago.

PETA dons KKK robes at the Show - - Walter Rhett
These are strange new times when PETA dresses up like the Ku Klux Klan (complete with pointed hoods) to protest the purebreed AKC-certified lines of dogs entered in the famous Westminister Dog Show in New York City. The impact of the protest seem limited. People were stopping to snap pictures of... Submitted 2 years 348 days ago.

Does The North Pole Have A Smoking Ban Too? - - Garson Smart
These days, smoking bans are going up in one community after another, as fast as the burn on a cheap cigar. (The kind of cheap cigar that only a dilettante would smoke, of course.) Early in 2008, public smoking was even in trouble in Las Vegas casinos--which many observers would have assumed... Submitted 3 years 50 days ago.

How To Properly Install A Winter Pool Cover - Steven Morber
WINTER COVER INSTALLATION - IN GROUND: 1. The cover rests upon and is supported by the pool water. Therefore, prior to cover installation, it is important to make sure the pool is not leaking. 2. Follow the pool manufacturer's/builder's winterizing instructions for your pool and accessories.... Submitted 3 years 141 days ago.

Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know About Basic Swimming, But Were Afraid to Ask - - Jennifer Cuddy
First off: Do not be afraid to ask! Most, if not all, seasoned swimmers will very gladly give you a tip or two for a number of reasons... 1. Swimmers, being for the most part, a solitary group of athletes - very rarely receive feedback on how well we're doing until someone asks us how to do a... Submitted 3 years 161 days ago.

Bare Feet, Horsehair Snakes, and a Walk Down Memory’s Dusty Lane - Sandra E. Graham
I was probably about seven years old, holding my mother's hand as we walked down the dirt road a short distance from our house. My father's two sisters were following along behind-all of us barefoot, even my two aunts from the city. The dust on the road was as soft as baby powder and felt so good... Submitted 3 years 166 days ago.

Shade Tree Farmers Harvest Oats Just For The Fun Of It, And Don't Spend A Fortune On Equipment - - Marty RicKard
The Shade Tree Custom Farmers gathered recently on the Larry Collins farm to harvest a field of oats "just for the fun of it". These farmers all grew up in the Rockwell City , Iowa , area. On this day, they brought equipment manufactured in the 1950s, including four tractors, four combines and a... Submitted 3 years 198 days ago.

How to Find Affordable Camping Equipment - Sam Sinton
Would you like to go camping? If you would, you may be interested in turning your next camping adventure into a camping vacation. Camping vacations are fun and exciting, whether you choose to go camping by yourself, with a group of friends, with your romantic partner, or with your family. One... Submitted 3 years 293 days ago.

How To Choose the Best Place To Pitch a Tent - Lorena Angell
With the summer approaching us, many families will take to the hills to go camping. If you yourself have never truly camped in a tent before, you are missing out on the purest form of camping. Taking a tent with all the trimmings to the forest is an experience like none other. However, it is... Submitted 3 years 349 days ago.

How to get back into a Capsized Canoe - - Kathy Somers
If you are a beginner at canoeing, there will be a time that you will probably flip your canoe over. It even happens to me after twenty years of canoeing. It all depends on where you are how difficult getting back into your canoe will be. I cannot stress enough to always wear your life... Submitted 4 years 116 days ago.

How to Steer and Paddle a Canoe - - Kathy Somers
Being blessed to be a country girl I am surrounded by rivers and lakes. When I was twelve years old my parents sent me to Miramichi Bible Camp this is where I feel in love with canoeing. Each day we did activities and one being learning how to canoe, which involved what to do when you upset in a... Submitted 4 years 118 days ago.

15 Yogi Berra Quotes to Celebrate His Birthday - Noel Jameson
Yogi Berra is definitely a character and certain Yogi Berra quotes sum up his personality to a tee. His birthday, May 15th, is right around the corner and these fifteen famous Yogi Berra quotes are a fabulous way to celebrate this American icon. 1. "You should always go to other people's... Submitted 4 years 286 days ago.

Sakura Time of Year - Scott Brady
The Japanese cherry blossom tree, better known as Sakura, holds a special place in the hearts of Japanese. If you do not already know, Sakura bloom in early spring around Japan starting in Okinawa and run north to Hokkaido. In times gone by the short life of the Sakura blossoms symbolically... Submitted 4 years 300 days ago.

Bald Eagles and Alligators! - - Bob Alexander
Most of the alligators scurried away with tails splashing and feet churning the shallow water to a muddy paste. I gingerly walked into the water and began wading around the grass, keeping an eye out for the gator 30 yards away that refused to leave his sunning spot. He was a mean looking one... Submitted 4 years 308 days ago.

How to Create Your Own Sudoku Puzzle - - Kelvin Ho
If you are a sudoku fan, you will probably already have lots of experiencing of solving puzzles and know about how the game works. Creating your own sudoku puzzles is fairly straightforward and it can be fun to see other people pitting their wits against your creations! Try to have between 28 and... Submitted 4 years 312 days ago.

Secret Sudoku Tips and Strategies - - Kelvin Ho
The challenge for Sudoku players is to fill all (1 to 9) numbers in the box. However, there is a basic rule that is sometimes irritating for most players who find it hard to complete the box. The rule is: the number 1 to 9 must come out only once in each row and column. To avoid being... Submitted 4 years 312 days ago.

Back Yard Barbeque Blunders! - - Bob Alexander
Stupidity isn't one of the essential ingredients in the perfect back yard barbeque. As much fun as grilling can be, it can be dangerous at times. It can also be quite amusing, unless you're the one being the idiot. But then, life is made up of idiotic acts that we all have been fortunate enough... Submitted 4 years 339 days ago.