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How to Find Interesting Art Subjects © - - Arlene Wright-Correll
This week’s email question asks “I am really finding it hard to find subjects for my paintings. Do you have any suggestions?” The answer is simple. Just look around you. First you must decide what you want to paint. Will it be landscapes, still life items or people? In the... Submitted 18 days 13 hours ago.

How to Be Successful? Start Small! Be Passionate! - Jennifer Stewart
The other night Piers Morgan interviewed Walter Isaacson, the author of Steve Jobs’ biography and for the first time that I’ve seen he had an audience. Maybe it’s the start of a whole new style for him. He seems to have drawn more from Oprah than Larry King, so a live audience... Submitted 208 days 1 hour ago.

How to Paint a Bathroom - Dianne Lehmann
Once again I find myself having to apologize. I could give you a numbered or bulleted list of steps something like this: 1. First select the paint color. (But of course this doesn't take into account the fine art of negotiation necessary to do that, or the hours, days or weeks that might be... Submitted 347 days ago.

DIYFYI - Dianne Lehmann
In a recent article, I wrote that I am not a good handyperson. But that doesn't mean that I am not good at some aspects. So, in my inimitably charming way I got to wondering what defines a good handyperson. Abilities regarding the business of Doing It Yourself run the gamut from numerous to... Submitted 1 year 38 days ago.

How To Live Through The Worst Days Of Your Life - Michael Ramzy
Another in a long line of beautiful days here in America, of course. I say 'of course' because we all know things could be, and might have been, much different. Our history, the history of the world, in fact, is full of choices and decisions made at the right time. Sometimes I wonder if people... Submitted 2 years 89 days ago.

Writing Ideas - How to Find the Missing Muse and Overcome Writer’s Block - Julian Price
Writer’s block! Dreaded words for any writer and even more dreaded if you actually write for a living! What can you do when writer’s block strikes? One moment you are in the full flow of inspiration and every word and idea is your friend and the next...nothing! Writing ideas evaporate, words... Submitted 2 years 103 days ago.

How To Know when Enough is Enough and when Enough is too Much - Dianne Lehmann
I'm not talking about the "War on Terror" or the brouhaha over health care reform and such things. I'm talking about the little things we have to deal with on a daily basis in our very personal lives. The pebbles, rocks and boulders that line our path and hurt our figurative feet or make us... Submitted 2 years 128 days ago.

How to Quit Chocolate with Extreme Diet - The Toffee and the Torment of a Chocoholic - Julian Price
As I write, I am practically frothing at the mouth craving a piece of chocolate. A small, tiny, miniscule piece will do. Just the hint of a chocolate taste will help quench this insatiable hunger for dreamy chocolate. My extreme diet, however, prevents me from even grazing the tips of my fingers... Submitted 2 years 131 days ago.

How To Make Your Point & Not Just A Lot of Noise: Conversation Cheaters and Debate Defeaters - Edward Rhymes
Introduction I have wondered what my first article of 2010 would be and I had given some long and hard thought concerning it. I have always been disturbed about the lack of real debate and real dialogue that takes place in our back-and-forth discussions in our society and world. This is not a... Submitted 2 years 134 days ago.

How to Talk Your Teenager Out of Getting a Tattoo - - Brianna Popsickle
A study done in 2006 by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology shows that 24% of Americans between 18 and 50 are tattooed; that's almost one in four. The survey also showed that about 36% of Americans age 18 to 29 have at least one tattoo. If you're a parent, chances are at some... Submitted 2 years 135 days ago.

How to Replace a Light Switch in a Metal Electrical Box - Bruce Horst
Do you have a light switch in a metal electrical box that stopped working or doesn’t stay on? Well, so did I and now I’m going to show you how to replace it. This light switch is in my garage and is a metal electrical box, so it’s a little bit different than most light switch replacements. ... Submitted 2 years 140 days ago.

How to Quickly and Easily Trim Your Cats Claws - - Stephanie Harkins
I am opposed to de-clawing cats, as it is more crippling to a cat than you might think. However, this still leaves the cat owner with the problem of sharp claws which can be destructive and/or painful. I've written this easy to use tutorial on how to easily and quickly trim your cat or kittens... Submitted 2 years 141 days ago.

Expandable Overlap Onground Pool Liner Preparation and Installation Guide - - Daniel Osko
To assist you with your inground or above ground liner preparation and Installation, Bubbas Pools has compiled the following Tip Guide for your use: Required Tools and Supplies: 1) Duct tape 2) Shop vac 3) Soft bristled broom 4) Tape measure 5)... Submitted 2 years 347 days ago.

Seasonal Swimming Pool Opening Instructions - - Daniel Osko
By following the provided instructions, you will be able to professionally open your pool for the swimming season. Required Tools a) Standard Screw Driver b) Phillips Screw Driver c) Ratchet Set e) Plumber Pliers f) Sump Pump g) Extension Cord h) Garden Hose i) Five Gallon Bucket j) Leaf Rake or... Submitted 4 years ago.

Removing your Above Ground Swimming Pool - - Daniel Osko
Recently, a reader of one of my other articles asked the question; " How do you take down an above ground swimming pool to move it? I can't seem to find anything to help me. I read your article on replacing a liner but I need to know how to move one". Well, (I thought to my self), this is a very... Submitted 4 years 49 days ago.

Seasonal Swimming Pool Closing Instructions - - Daniel Osko
Information By following the provided instructions, you will be able to professionally close your pool for the winter season. Additionally, you will protect it from winters abuse and make opening it next season...simple. Required Tools a) Standard Screw Driver b) Phillips Screw... Submitted 5 years 276 days ago.

Onground Pool Installation Guide - - Daniel Osko
Prior to any Pool Installation, it is advisable to fully read all documentation which accompanies your Swimming Pool. Next, insure that you are in the possession of all parts and hardware by taking a full inventory. Finally, gather all necessary tools and resources to complete your installation.... Submitted 5 years 312 days ago.

Tips for above Ground Swimming Pool Liner Preparation and Installation! - - Daniel Osko
NEW! Updated to include overlap and beaded liners. Do you think that only the pro's can do it? Think again. Although we recommend a professional installer, with the correct tools and care most anyone can install their liner. Just follow the guide below, and you decide. A little work can save... Submitted 6 years 19 days ago.

Tips for Inground Swimming Pool Liner Preparation and Installation! - - Daniel Osko
Do you think that only the pro's can do it? Think again. Although we recommend a professional installer, with the correct tools and care most anyone can install their liner. Just follow the guide below, and you decide. A little work can save you a lot of money! These tips apply to inground... Submitted 6 years 56 days ago.

Log Home Basics - Mercedes Hayes
As we start to research log homes, it quickly becomes apparent that there is much more variety than one would ever think. Not only do log homes come in all shapes and sizes, but the logs themselves come in as many variations as you can imagine. Once you decide on the look you want, you can start... Submitted 7 years 127 days ago.

Installing Swimming Pool Liner Bead into Receptor Coping Track - - Daniel Osko
Is your Swimming Pool Liner Bead pulling out of the Receptor Coping Track? If your liner has pulled out of the liner bead receptor coping, either one or more of the following conditions has happened. 1) Your Swimming Pool Structure is not perfectly shaped. Take measurements to confirm or... Submitted 53 days 3 hours ago.

Above Ground Swimming Pool Wall Hole Repair - - Daniel Osko
If your pool wall is metal, it rusted. If your pool wall is aluminum, it oxidized. In either case, the most common repairs methods are as follows: 1. Pin Holes : Sand inside area of wall. Paint area with rustolium. Cover area with duct tape. 2. Dime Size Holes : Sand inside area of wall.... Submitted 69 days 4 hours ago.

Swimming Pool Liner Quality: Gauge or Mil - Re-processed or Virgin? - - Daniel Osko
Are you sure of the quality of the liner you’re about to purchase? If not, here are some tips to help aid you in your purchasing decision. Gauge or Mil Thickness: Although Mil Thickness is the industry standard for measuring a liners thickness, Gauge is often used by Pool Companies to... Submitted 70 days 22 hours ago.

Pool or Spa Pump Losing Suction or Prime - - Daniel Osko
If your Swimming Pools Filter system looses Prime, it is caused by one of the following conditions. Note: The lost of suction/prime is caused a leak which in turn sucks air into the system. The lost of suction/prime will be anywhere from the Main Pool Skimmer(s) to the Pool Pump. It will NOT... Submitted 87 days ago.

How to Control Anger & its Effects? - Chiradeep
I started a group in Facebook recently called as “Proverbs for Life” and added few of my friends on Facebook and they added few more of their friends. My main aim was to post valuable verses from the book of Proverbs which can help or edify many of us. Everybody was quite... Submitted 308 days 22 hours ago.