Mar
25
2009
by: Jonathan Randazzo
There are exactly 24 hours in every single day. That is precisely 1440 minutes, which comes to 86,400 seconds. You might be wondering why I am saying this? Because, I wanted to expose that indisputable and unchangeable fact, and present you with a thought-provoking question to follow that fact. Alright, you say, so what is the question? Well, some of you might be guessing that the question could be why 24 hours is the amount of time allotted to one day, or how long has the 24 hour day been around. But, in point of fact, my question runs via an entirely different tract. It's this: How different would our world be if our days were three hours longer?
Mar
17
2009
by: Eric Meek
Words carry a great influence. Often they are uttered mindlessly from what is heard or read strictly because it sounds "good". Phrases are dropped into the conversation without truly thinking through what is actually being stated. Many of us have these drop phrases... phrases like "I know" when we haven't a clue or "you know" when we can't explain it.
Mar
12
2009
by: Heather Haskins
Inflation is a word which stirs fear in the minds of good citizens everywhere. But what exactly is inflation, and how much concern should Americans devote toward its looming specter?
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines inflation as "a continuing rise in the general price level usually attributed to an increase in the volume of money and credit relative to available goods and services".i
Mar
10
2009
by: Paul Schmutzler
Hopefully this article will fulfill three purposes. One, it will prevent engaged couples from registering for junk that they will never use. Two, it will prevent wedding gift-givers from giving junk that the bride and groom will never use. Three, it will relegate junk to thrift stores, yard sales, and landfills where it belongs. With that said, I submit to you an in-exhaustive list of what not to put on your wedding registry.
Feb
26
2009
by: Heather Meek
I've been told that once the media starts recognizing a recession, the economy is already coming back to normal. However, I don't think the trouble with the economy today is a normal recession cycle. Why? Because I believe that the economy is in the midst of a power struggle for control over the American people and the American way.
Feb
24
2009
by: Laura Jones
Like many of you, I resolved to be healthier this year - especially when it comes to what I eat. And, unlike most years, I actually have a plan this time:
- Follow a Weight Watcher-esque meal plan
- Join Curves this month
- Start dancing once a week
- Keep tabs with my buddy who is also working on a healthy diet
I'm even going to buy a knock-out, drop-dead gorgeous dress in a size 10, hang it on the bedroom door as an incentive, and have a party at the end of the year when I can finally wear it.