If you are an avid outdoorsman then you know how important a good flashlight can be. Even if you aren’t into outdoor activities it is nice to know that you have a bright flashlight available in case of emergency. You simply can’t depend on a regular battery operated, household flashlight to work if the power ...
When discussing French wine, it is sometimes easy to forget that varietals even exist in the industry. However, there are several common Bordeaux varietals that you will see more often than others, and even though French wine is usually a blend of several grape varieties, it helps to understand the flavors and aromas associated with ...
In February, 2009, I had the pleasure of spending three nights at the Four Points Sheraton Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was overall a positive experience. Check-in/parking/lobby: Check in was fast. The front desk staff was helpful and professional when we had questions. There was generally plenty of parking, although one night, when the hotel was ...
When people think of places where to fish, the state of Arizona, much less the city of Tucson, are not the first words that come to mind. However, amid the desert terrain, people find some of the best fishing locations in Tucson and the surrounding areas. The following is a list of the best local ...
Hear ye! Hear ye! Welcome to the Maryland Renaissance Festival, now in it’s 29th season! This Fest is, of course, in a 125-acre field located on Crownsville Road, in Anne Arundel County in Crownsville, just outside of Annapolis, MD. The roads are marked, so it is easy to find. Very good directions can be found ...
In “Deadliest Warrior”: Ming Warrior vs, Musketeer, the conceit was that two early gunpowder soldiers, the late 14th Century Ming vs. the early 17th Century Musketeers, were being matched against one another in a fight to the death. But, come on. These are the Musketeers: Porthos, Athos, Aramis, and D’artagnan. I don’t care how much ...
Your children are surrounded by violence. From video games and television to the news itself, bloodshed is everywhere. Many parents and educators fear that violence seen on the media will at the very least desensitize children, and that it may even make children more likely to commit atrocities themselves. Other people claim the violence seen ...
John Donne uses metaphysical conceit in his poems, sermons, and passages to communicate a message to the reader. There are numerous examples of his use of metaphors as well his conveyance of ideas through imagery and alternate ways of thought. The following will illustrate out some poignant metaphors Donne used in some of his many ...
Type 2 Diabetes: If you have just received a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, there is no need to let the news throw you into a tailspin. Having diabetes need not change your lifestyle, and integrating some easy-to-follow practices into your daily routine will even improve the quality of it. Type 2 results from the ...
No, there’s no law that says you have to have a headboard, but a bed – and the room – looks so much more complete when you have one. I’m not sure who’s setting the prices for new headboards but they’ve gotten outrageous, am I right? Something as simple as a piece of wallpaper can ...