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- An Easily Distracted English Springer Spaniel - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe English Springer Spaniel is a breed of medium build – it can weigh 40 to 55 pounds and stand 18 to 21 inches, depending on its gender (males are heavier than the females). The length of their double coats is medium. The external coat can either be wavy or flat, while the internal coat is ...
Views: 1225 - A Holistic Healing Through Thai Massage - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThai massage is one of the ancient healing arts practiced for centuries. It has long originated and developed for over 2500 years from the time of Buddha and has been performed by monks for hundreds of years in Southeast Asia. Thai massage was an element of indigenous Thai medicine and was ...
Views: 1223 - Hiring a Motivational Inspirational Speaker to Boost Employee Morale - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIncreasing Employee Morale. Why not hire a motivational inspirational speaker? A motivational inspirational speaker helps lift the employees’ drooping morale through some of his enlightening and inspirational speeches. After listening to him speak, it is unlikely to remain apathetic. ...
Views: 1222 - The Reality Of Male Menopause - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWomen basically do not monopolize the market corner of menopause. Perceived as a natural physiological process brought about by aging, menopause is more or less an anticipated phenomenon. Menopause being the transition from being reproductive to non-reproductive in women is instigated by a ...
Views: 1214(3 votes) - How To Protect Your Own Invention - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraNew ideas and invention are the life blood and the heart and soul of our innovation, technology, business and economy. Inventions may come in all forms, shapes and sizes. Okay, so you have a fantastic idea great enough to become an invention. Now this invention of yours can be big or ...
Views: 1212 - Is It Important To Discuss Your Sexual History? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIn just about any kind of relationship, honesty is one of the qualities that many people want, hands down. After all, who doesn’t want a truthful, genuine and honest partner? These traits are very important, particularly in an individual’s sexual relationship with another person. While sex for ...
Views: 1202 - West Highland White Terrier Facts - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAnother beautifully cute pet that resembles a stuff toy is the West Highland White Terrier breed. This dog doesn't stand tall, according to statistics it usually grows to a maximum height of 11 inches. Not heavy either, weighing only 15 to 20 pounds. It has a double coat, where the outer coat is ...
Views: 1200(1 vote) - The Essence of Genuine Friendship in Marriage - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEvery expert, marriage counsellor or therapist have their own list of the qualities of a good marriage. There are two words, though, that has consistently stayed on almost every relationship advice, articles and columns about happy marriages: true friendship. Love and sex are equally important, ...
Views: 1199 - Understanding Bisexuality - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraSome people are straight, while others are not. We often refer to those who are not straight as homosexuals—either gays or lesbians to be exact. But, there is an often- overlooked segment of the gay/lesbian and straight communities: the bisexuals, also popularly known as “bi’s”. So what exactly ...
Views: 1196(1 vote) - Providing Home Care Services at its Best - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAs home care certainly offers more advantages than extended hospitalization, the number of households opting to hire home health care services is steadily increasing. Most households consider home health care services to be as efficient as hospital care, and in fact, home care can even provide ...
Views: 1194 - The Best Feng Shui Positions For Your Bedroom - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraAt times while it is quite difficult to understand, we call or refer to the best feng shui position in the bedroom as the command position. This command position imposes the best feng shui position and it just doesn’t involve the bedroom, but it also comprises or includes business like your ...
Views: 1193 - Why Men Dump Women - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraFor a woman being dump by a man can be a total bummer not to mention embarrassing. We can’t exactly pinpoint why men dump women because there can be several factors involved like incompatibility, beliefs, culture and many others. And these factors are given; you cannot force yourself into ...
Views: 1192(6 votes) - Penny Stocks: Small Investment with Big Returns - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere’s a basic rule that many entrepreneurs follow, and that is: the more you put in, the more you get back. That statement didn’t of course take into consideration the many other factors that can affect the success of a particular investment, because the factors not mentioned are clearly and ...
Views: 1187 - Signs That He Loves You - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraLet’s face it ladies, in these days, we just can’t take anymore crap from men. We have no time to play around and be fooled around with. We value our time and with that we need to know that the person we are with is really worth our time. All women need to know that they are being treated ...
Views: 1187(2 votes) - Age Gracefully: Dealing With Your Mid Life Crisis - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraThe mid life crisis—are you undergoing or experiencing it right now? Although this term is already commonly used here and everywhere, one way or another not all experience this and it’s dissimilar for males and females. There will most probably come a time when several adults mull over some of ...
Views: 1185 - Relationship Guide For New Lovers - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe start of a relationship can be a slippery road to navigate. Young lovers can be overwhelmed with their anxiousness and excitement. They tend to over think their new relationship, and sometimes depend on guessing games on what their partner thinks or wants. Since new lovers are taking the ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Weight Watchers For Weight Loss Motivation - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraI know many of you out there are very interested in losing weight so you’re keen on embarking on a diet plan—the healthy way. And if you are really serious in your goal and motivation to diet, then maybe you might try considering Weight Watchers. So what is this Weight Watchers stuff, you may ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Start Your Motivational Speaking Career Now! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAs a motivational speaker and mentor, it is understood that you teach and train people the basic principles which work to produce wealth and happiness for themselves repeatedly. It is naturally deemed that any individual who has the interest and desire could begin a motivational speaking career ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Helping The Bereaved Work Through Their Loss - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThere will come a time in your life that you might be given the chance or opportunity to help or comfort somebody who has lost a loved one or even a beloved pet, work through their grief and loss. Treat the person who is experiencing grief and loss as you would also want to be treated if you ...
Views: 1166 - Breaking Free From The Emotional Cage Of Jealousy - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraJealousy can be sweet when it’s done in a minimum level. It can make you feel secure, or even attractive. But when jealousy hits the top of the scale, you better hold on tight for a chaotic and emotional roller coaster ride. It’s because dealing with a jealous partner can be emotionally and ...
Views: 1165(5 votes) - 4 Communication Techniques To Remember When Talking To Your Man - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraA lot of women find themselves getting frustrated over the fact that it’s hard to get their message across to their man. She says one thing, and he does another. Do men and women actually speak the same language? Can they really communicate? The answer is yes, here are 4 simple communication ...
Views: 1159 - Using Sex To Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Menno Spijkstra“Not tonight, Josephine” even the famous conqueror Napoleon Bonaparte can decline the carnal needs from the Empress Josephine because of stress… well I’m not sure about that but basically most couple compromise their sex- life because of too much pressure. If only I’d get a penny for every man ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - A Quick Glance at the Lhasa Apso - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis breed was said to have originated from Tibet, and considered to be exclusive – meaning not everybody could get their hands on this cute dog. It was kept amongst the noble families, and was never available for sale. The only way you could get one was if it was given to you, but the odds of ...
Views: 1153 - Optimism vs. Pessimism - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOptimism and pessimism are attitudes. And they are attitudes that help design and form our whole existence. These days, I’ve been giving some thought regarding pessimism and optimism. These two attitudes are entirely opposite of each other. What I mean is, have you ever met a miserable optimist? ...
Views: 1153 - The Job Description of a Manager - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe skill in being able to manage could be a profitable secondary asset for any qualified employee or staff with any specific training in a certain area. Actually, the duties and responsibilities of the senior management personnel in any organization may vary from one industry to another. For ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Anger Management: Dealing Kids With Bad Temper - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraDealing with kids who have bad temper is one of the difficult tasks that parents or teachers can do. Many people said that it's better to get by with adults because they already know what is right and wrong. No need for you to explain and they can recognize their mistake. But how about kids? ...
Views: 1150 - Can You Handle A Chow Chow? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Chow Chow is an extremely cute dog, which is often perceived by many to be a teddy bear or lion. This breed has been around for thousands of years originating from Mongolia, where they were kept as watch dogs. What makes it so special and different from other pets is its fierce loyalty. On ...
Views: 1149(1 vote) - Discerning Fact From Fiction on Men’s Sexual Health - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIssues on men’s sexual health are generally a hush-hush topic even among men themselves. Whereas women are more open in discussing personal and sexual matters with their peers and with their doctors, men are generally reticent to seek advice from other people even with medical professionals on ...
Views: 1147 - Finding Your Way To Blissful Marriage - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe dictionary version of the definition of bliss is short—“heaven, paradise, complete happiness”. This kind of bliss is short-term in duration. This day my friend and her husband marks 15 years of their blissful marriage. However, “bliss” as defined by a marriage veteran and “bliss” as defined ...
Views: 1144(2 votes) - Alaskan Malamute: Sled Dog and House Pet - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest arctic breeds there is. It is said that they have been around for thousands of years. This pooch was used by the native inhabitants of Alaska as a work dog. They took advantage of its fairly large and very muscular build and put it to good use. It was ...
Views: 1142 - Foot Massage: From Bottom to Top Well-being - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraReflexologists often perceive the feet and the hands as a reflection of the body. By applying foot massage or reflexology techniques, a reflexologist can dispel stress patterns in other parts of the body. Foot massage is the practice of stimulating the nerves of the feet to encourage a ...
Views: 1138 - Getting Angry: How To Control It - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhy do we get angry—all of us get angry sometimes. Most of us are able to control our anger yet, some of us get angry all of a sudden. Many suppress or restrain their anger, whereas some simply express it. And is there any way to control or deal with anger the healthy way, and how do you do ...
Views: 1135 - Surviving A Break Up - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraYou’ll find that the hardest part about surviving break up is getting over this painful predicament to accept that there is someone else out there for you. As you ponder the thought “what if there’s no one?!” Then panic creeps up on you which make one think that surviving break up would be ...
Views: 1124 - Crying Is Never A Sign Of Weakness-- Ever - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraWhen was the last time you cried? Is it because of frustration, getting the occasional blues, being mistreated, betrayed? Is it a heartbreak, a painful ordeal, physical sickness, problems--big or small, regrets, hurt or someone offended you, whatever it is, you may have your reasons. But one ...
Views: 1119 - Effective Tips To Grief Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraGrief and loss recovery requires no method or order. It really depends on the individual, their social background or environment, their emotional strength at the time of their loved one’s passing and it also depends on how they died or what kind of grief. So here we have some sensible ideas of ...
Views: 1117(2 votes) - Using The Creative Mind Power To Solve Problems - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe great difference between the big winners in life and almost everyone else lies in their skill and capacities in solving problems. And you could be one of these big winners, too! Like them, you came out into this universe prepared and provided with the natural and inherent power in solving ...
Views: 1117 - FYI On Endometriosis Laparoscopy - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraEndometriosis is one of the common diseases that beset quite a number of women of reproductive age these days. The first step in diagnosing endometriosis is usually through ultrasound, but although this can be used to ascertain the signs of endometriosis, at times it can be unreliable and ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - Single Seniors: Never Too Old for Romance - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraHow old is too old? Aging, or growing older is not a disease; it is a process that every one of us is going through. In affairs of the heart, age hardly matters. When a person grows older, it does not mean that the desire for companionship and intimacy diminish. Single seniors enjoy making ...
Views: 1114 - Cosmic Ordering— Manifest What You Desire - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraThe universe is vastly teeming with abundance, and those who are in touch with this belief seem to be so successful with Cosmic Ordering and are easily able to manifest those things which they desire or aspire. But even for those people who are not really into all those manifestation and ...
Views: 1112 - Real Estate Taxes vs. Personal Property Taxes - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraLots of people, like you, are living in confusion. Uncertainty clouds their minds and keeps them from “seeing” the truth as it really is. Take for example, distinguishing real estate taxes from personal property taxes. There are some individuals that don’t know the difference between the two. ...
Views: 1111 - Renewal Delivered By a Skilled Massage Therapist - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAlternative health practices have been widely accepted and recognized in the recent years as the methods employed by such are usually anodyne and of natural means. With this increasing trend comes the prevalence and demand for alternative health careers as more and more individuals prefer to ...
Views: 1110 - Sexual Confidence Boosters For Him - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraNot all men are born like Casanova, whose amorous charms no woman can resist. It is not unusual for men to experience a sudden lack of sexual confidence around women. In fact, a lot of guys usually feel some form of anxiety because of being unsure of what to do to satisfy their partner in bed. ...
Views: 1110(3 votes) - Are You Good In Bed? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraBeing in a romantic relationship has its rewards. And one of these great rewards, other than having someone to love and be loved in return, is having the chance to experience the magic of sex. Sex may not be the only thing we think of in a relationship but it is something to consider. It may ...
Views: 1102(2 votes) - Parenting Advice: Promote Imaginative Play - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraImaginative play should be encouraged and fostered in children because not only is it fun for them but it is also a significant part of growing up and learning. Playing through imagination is an essential part of childhood. Through this, the child learn more about the world and about himself and ...
Views: 1102(2 votes) - A Reasonable Adjustment for the Hearing Impaired - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere is often a tendency for normal individuals not to take seriously the disability of a person being hearing impaired. This may be so as the disability is not visible and those within the category of being normal do not have an inkling about the challenges encountered by the hearing impaired. ...
Views: 1101(1 vote) - The Top 3 Things To Try To Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIn our world today, people just have too much in their hands that they lose sight of some of those things which are somewhat important to their well being. As a matter of fact, stress management tips are fast becoming something we constantly look for when we do get some time. That is because ...
Views: 1096 - Cheating- If She Thinks You Are, She Might - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraToday’s women are competitive, aggressive, assertive, and will not take crap from anybody. They speak out to get what is due to them. They work as hard as men do, and can earn as much, some even more. Relationship wise, they refuse to be ignored and be taken for granted, by all means they should ...
Views: 1094 - Writing And Delivering A Eulogy - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraA eulogy is typically delivered as a speech at a funeral ceremony. It’s at once something personal and a method of involving all of those present in reminiscing some of the good things about the life of someone who has already passed away. Maybe the best and the most effective way to begin ...
Views: 1092 - The Driving Force of Ambition - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAmbition! Success! What exactly do these words mean to you—because without one you can’t have the other. The mere impelling force to struggle and exert for anything we desire to accomplish is as strong and powerful as our will to survive. Ambition is what drives you to dream, strive and reach ...
Views: 1089 - Getting What You Want By Setting Smart Goals - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraDo not wait for another day because the future is now. Perhaps you have heard some of the techniques and strategies for accomplishing goals before but oftentimes we have to hear them again. A simple and easy acronym to recall is “smart” goals. These smart goals actually stand for specific, ...
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