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You can benefit from Internet banking in many ways. Certainly, there are the more obvious reasons, but also other ones that some people just don't think about. For many people who tend to be slightly lax about getting to the bank and making payments by the due date, or those who keep envelopes in their briefcases and never seemed to mail them, this is the best solution. Late payments will result in poor credit.

When your credit suffers, it will show on a credit report, which will have a negative effect on your life in some way. However, if you start using Internet banking, you'll be able to make all your payments by their due date, no matter what time of the day you choose to make them. Additionally, you can be pretty much anywhere in the world and still be able to make your payments.

However, one of the most incredible points is that anyone can set up their payments so that they are completely automated. That means that you only have to date for a particular bill to be paid on, and the system will see to it that it is done. This all results in easy and responsible banking.

It is in fact one of the most convenient ways to do any banking whatsoever. It has gained a lot of popularity or the last couple of decades because of its convenience. Unfortunately, many people fear becoming the victim of fraud by using online banking services. But, being an informed consumer, you shouldn't have any problems at all.

The bank will issue a card in your name, and you will be able to pick your own personal identification number, or PIN. This number must be kept completely confidential. That means that you should never give it to anyone. Additionally, it is important that you only supply information to your bank by typing in the URL of the bank. Never click on another link that will possibly redirect you to a webpage that is seeking out personal information. If you are informed and act responsibly, there is nothing to worry about.

Online banking will allow you to accomplish practically any task without having to leave your home. For example, besides Bill payments, you can order statements, ensure payments have been processed, you can also order checks and even transfer money from one account to another. But it doesn't end there! You can even apply for credit cards or even loans just as easily as you would by entering a branch.

Another positive point that comes with Internet banking is that it will save you money. With many banks, using a teller means paying a price for it. But, through your computer, you have many free transactions within your particular package. Some have unlimited amounts of transactions that can be performed while others charge very low fees.

Regardless of the amount of transactions you have to make monthly, Internet banking will help you along the way, providing you with the convenience and many benefits that are second to none.

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24 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

It can be quite amazing to watch the various generations of office equipment come and go, especially since this seems to be happening at such a quick pace. For those of us who have been there since the beginning of this wild and unpredictable ride in the world of technology, we can honestly say that each generation of equipment seems to be getting more efficient, more powerful and certainly more impressive. How many of us can remember being amazed the first time we used our computers, photocopiers or printers?

Now, thanks to multifunction printers, technology has managed yet again, to get a step ahead and create one device that combines a multitude of functionalities:

- Printing

- Scanning

- Faxing

- Photocopying

- Emailing

There are a variety of multifunction printers available for both home and office. If you have a home office, you might want to consider purchasing a small desktop unit with a print engine that is based on either a home desktop inkjet printer, or a home desktop laser printer offered in black or color.

If you are looking for an office unit, you can easily find a multifunction printer that will meet your needs. multifunction printers have been created to meet the criteria for any type of office, be it a small business or a large corporation. In many medium to large sized companies, the multifunction printers are often used as the main ‘go to’ piece of equipment within the corporation. These are usually large, stand alone units that are programmed as the central printing device(s) or reprographic department device(s) and are particularly relied upon for speed and efficiency.

Thanks to the creation of multifunction printers, you no longer have to worry about purchasing, maintaining and fixing a variety of separate devices. Now, you can benefit from the ease and practicality that a multifunction printer can bring to your personal and work lives.

Maybe it is time to consider investing in a multifunction printer – especially if you are old enough to remember just how impressed you were with that first printer – the one that usually took more than 90 seconds to deliver the page that you printed – how the times have changed.

It pays to look behind the scenes before you purchase a multifunction device.  The easiest way is to check on-line or magazine reviews of the printer you are looking to buy. This is because manufacturers will always ensure that their products are always seen in the best possible light – this is all down to the spin that their printer manufacturers’ marketing departments provide.  Unfortunately for the end user, this means the printers’ features such as the speed of print, duty cycle and supply costs that printer manufacturers display on their website or in promotional materials will always be best-case scenarios that will rarely reflect use of the printer in the real world.  Therefore, the easiest way to get another opinion on the printer you want to buy is to see what the actual product users have to say. 

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23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Of course, you expect your state of the art (or maybe not quite so) printer to produce the best copies possible. However, while most people tend to focus on the printer itself as the reason their copies do not quite measure up they often forget that their printer supplies are equally important in producing that ‘perfect’ copy.

Whether you are printing in black or in color, remember that focusing on the quality of ink as well as the quality of the paper can be the difference between a fuzzy, blurry copy and a crystal clear, crisp copy. Of course, as with most people, who use their printers on a daily basis, the quality of the copies does not always have to be exceptional – especially if you are printing ‘drafts’ or internal documents. However, you need to be well prepared and well equipped for those times where the quality of the document you print will be crucial – and this is especially true if you are printing with color.

Ink Cartridges

Always make sure that you have the right ink cartridge to match your printer. This becomes especially important if you are using refill cartridges or refilling your ink cartridges yourself. Remember that while these methods are cheaper, they may not always be better alternatives – as they will almost definitely reduce the quality of the printing. However, depending on your needs, you could think about using a more expensive ink cartridge for ‘high level’ printing or when printing pictures. If you are unsure which cartridge you should use with your printer, read the printer’s manual carefully.

Installing the ink cartridge properly is also extremely important and remember to clean the inside of the machine, on a regular basis with a specially designed brush, this will help the quality of your printing as nothing can damage a printer faster than spilled ink.

Don’t forget that proper storage of ‘extra’ cartridges is also crucial. Make sure that your cartridges are stores in a cool and dry area.

Paper

Unfortunately, not all printer paper is created equally – and like the ink cartridges, you can probably get by using regular standard paper for your everyday printing, although again, the quality of the print can be affected. Reading the manual that comes with your printer will give you a better idea of which quality paper to choose. For good quality printing, choose a 24-lb up to 40-lb white paper which has a high ISO brightness and if you are looking to print graphics or color pictures, you might want to consider using paper that is coated. This is paper that has been coated by a certain compound which provides that paper with certain qualities, including surface gloss and weight, in addition to ink absorbency or smoothness. Calcium carbonate and Kaolinite are the two compounds that are most often used in commercial printing for coating paper.

When it comes to your printing needs, fortunately, you do have choices that will make a difference to your bottom line.

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23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

The white Silk Aviator Scarf has a special place in history of fashion accessories. Whenever, you wear it you will become a symbol of elegance and luxury. Do you know where did the first scarf come from? Who invented it and how did it evolve through history? The scarf dates back at least as far as ancient Room, Romans uses Latin term sudarium means “sweat cloth” for it, they use sweat cloth to wipe sweat from their faces. Later people start using it for pragmatic use and with the passage of time it becomes fashion statement. Accessories often have practical origins. The scarf, particularly the aviator scarf is no exception to this rule.

Not all scarves are built the same way. Throughout history, this garment has taken on many different forms. None of which are more popular than the white silk beauty of the aviator scarf. While many people have a vague idea of its flight-borne origins, not too many individuals are aware that it has been used in other ways from generation to generation.

This type of scarf has had many changes in its design that go beyond the traditional white and silk variety. In fact, even in its early days, the aviator scarf was actually manufactured in black and red by the army.

It is also a misconception to think of this kind of apparel as always pristine and free of design. Some military groups wore the scarf with insignias printed on them to designate their group. A glaring example of this is the use of specially designed aviator scarves by a group of military pilots known as the Flying Tigers.

Despite its many variations, the silk aviator scarf remains the most popular primarily because it became known as a standard accessory for pilots. Famous aviators such as Amelia Earheart and Howard Hughes were regularly pictured wearing them. As the years progressed, even other hobbies and activities made use of them. This type of scarf was used for motorcycling as well as car racing.

When the scarf became synonymous with Hollywood glamour, the fate the classic silk scarf as a wardrobe staple was sealed. It is one of the few pieces of clothing that can transition from a businessman’s suit to an artist’s garb. The demand for it lies with the fact that silk is quite expensive. Wearing it connotes luxury, wealth, and in some ways, status.

Eventually, synthetic fibers made duplicating silk possible. This is one of the long-standing variations of aviator scarves: not all are actually made out of silk. Some are made out of fibers that are soft and light like the original material but is actually made synthetically.

The length of the scarf is also a source of variety. More often than not, the length of this kind of scarf is six feet, which gives enough material for the wearer to wrap it around the neck several times to protect his or her neck and provide warmth. However, the scarf has evolved to showcase lengths that reach up to 10 feet to accommodate those of the larger set.

Get scarves in various designs, fabrics, and shapes such as square, triangle, and rectangle. White aviator scarf is easy to knit and you'll want to make one for yourself and another to give away as a gift. White aviator scarves are chic, stylish, great looking and can be worn as outerwear or simply just to spice up a boring outfit.

23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Accessories often have practical origins. The scarf, particularly the aviator scarf is no exception to this rule. What is now considered a very chic and versatile accessory once performed a utilitarian function. They were meant to be a part of the gear of aviators as they took flight. Eventually, even other activities such as biking and racecar driving made use of this scarf as part of the official garb.

What is common among the varieties of the aviator scarf is their softness and size. Although often associated with the color white, they can actually come in a range of colors. The black aviator scarf is definitely just as chic as its white counterpart. In addition to this, these scarves can be made using printed materials too. In fact, it was not unusual for the military to use scarves that bore the insignias of their group.

Over the years, the aviator scarf became shorter and narrower to accommodate the size of women as well as become less cumbersome. The original purpose of this accessory, as can be culled from its name is that it provided warmth to the pilot as they navigated the skies in open-cockpit planes.

In today’s era, there are hardly any more of these kinds of planes. As such, the scarf is no longer as necessary to the pilot’s attire. But, the aviator scarf is still around to provide warmth. It is just that the function is performed more on the ground than up in the air. As a result, less fabric is actually needed to attain its full protective potential.

What makes this kind of scarf so useful is that it has the ability to block the wind that blows down the neck of its wearer. Usually, jackets are used to keep the wind away. But in order to achieve this, the jacket needs to have a tight, high collar. For some activities, this kind of design may constrict movements. For example, those on motorcycles need to be able to move their necks freely so they can see their surroundings properly.

In addition to this, most of the jackets that provide the most protection, such as leather, can cause the neck to chafe. This is where the practicality of aviator scarves comes in: it can prevent the air from coming in contact with the rest of the body through the gap in the collar.

The use of silk in this type of scarf is neither accidental nor a result of vanity. Silk is one of the softest materials that can be used so it is gentle on the skin. Unlike other materials such as wool, silk will not chafe. The tightly-woven fibers of silk are not only soft and comfortable but it is also effective against the cold.

It is ideal to use a scarf that reaches six feet in length because it provides the right amount of fabric to loop around the neck comfortably, without having the ends dangle. The classic design is usually the kind that is without fringe so it is easy to wear. However, there are also some with fringe for the more fashion-forward.

When it comes to color, there are no rules in choosing which one works best. Although white is still the most prevalent one, it is easy to see why other colors such as red or black can be a draw. First, white may not be the easiest color to wear on a regular day. Stains and dirt show up easily so the scarf may have to be laundered frequently. Experiment with color to go beyond the norms in aviator scarves.

Scarves can really give you the option to changing your look and style quickly and easily. Mens aviator scarf come in a variety of fabrics...silk, cashmere, velvet, pashmina, and others...so you'll have plenty of options. Silk aviator scarves not only looks great and masculine, but are warm and soft.

23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

For some people it is hard to believe that gluten can cause so much destruction. When we tell people that in order to treat a serious condition like arthritis, inflammation and pain, a few serious dietary measures are needed. Giving up gluten might be one of them.

When someone first hears they have to give up gluten which mean mainly wheat (but also includes rye, barley and oats), you can hear the panic in their voices "there is nothing left for me to eat". Most people find it unbelievable and unacceptable that their diet has made them ill often refusing to consider giving up anything you suggest especially wheat, at first. Yet the scientific evidence and our experience with dealing with patients with auto-immune disease it makes a huge difference. After a little while people come around to the idea of gluten-free might be worth it in order to become pain-free or at the very least drastically reduce their suffering.

There are several things this outburst reveals. We already know that wheat is addictive, and most people are addicted to it. The fact that someone says 'but there is nothing left for me to eat' means they are not eating enough variety in their diet, this is typical.

I'll give you an example - we all know pineapple is good for you, so I recommend you eat it 7 days a week 3 or 4 times a day, you would think I was crazy. Of course I would never suggest such a thing. Yet, people do this with wheat 7 days a week 3 to 4 times a day! And patients think I am mad? What do I mean - breakfast cereals, sandwiches, toasties, pasta, pizza, biscuits, cookies, crackers, pastry, dumplings, pancakes, muffins, cakes, dough-nuts, pretzels etc. This list is almost endless, as there are also products that contain some gluten - like sauces, gravy, sausages, fish in batter or chicken coated in bread crumbs, how did we end up drowning in wheat?

The other reaction I get from patients "but I don't have celiac disease also known a spurs!" You don't have to have full blown CD to have a problem with gluten. CD was once thought of as rare and only suspected in children, today it is considered more common and is most often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, whereas gluten sensitivity is very common indeed, causing all sorts of havoc and destruction. We have seen, as have other practitioners, patients vastly improve on a 'gluten-free diet' that have had the tests and were told they did not have CD. Yet they vastly improved, because you can have intolerance to gluten a Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity, setting up the same symptoms as CD.

I discovered about 7 years ago I had celiac disease, as naturopath I had been eating ultra well for years many, giving up wheat completely at least 10 years earlier. I did eat oats and rye sometimes. I became very tired which was a surprise as I ate really well and always felt good. A very rare visit to the doctor revealed anemia, that surprised even more as I did eat lamb and plenty of green vegetables. I then was diagnosed as having celiac disease, I immediately gave up all gluten and in no time without iron tablets my hemoglobin levels were high again.

For those people who are gluten sensitive and it is much more common than you realize, by continuing to eat gluten is putting yourself at higher risk of auto-immune diseases, and if you have a form of arthritis I suggest you consider sooner than later, going gluten-free.

Sonia Jones - I am a Brit living and working in Panama for the last five years. A naturopath, nutritional therapist and reflexologist with 20 years experience. A published author of three books. Owns her own spas and clinic, and launched her own natural organic skin care range. Married for 34 years - husband and business partner who is also an acupuncturist. www.arthritisalternativetreatment.com www.naturalweightlossmethods.com

23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Recently, the three main roads Jianshe Road Jining City, Guang River Road, Hill Road, Pipa street lamps on both sides have all been replaced with energy saving lamps LED material, and the original poles of varying the level of a high degree of unity. Jining City, according to Reid Municipal Engineering Department, the relevant responsible person said, the newly installed lights last longer, in the energy saving at the same time can also improve the evenness of illumination and exposure. According to the relevant sectoral planning, urban existing two thousand street lights will be 5 years to replace all street materials for the LED can not only enhance the image of the city's construction, but also to respond to the state's urban infrastructure requirements.

District 3 Trunk Road has Been Replaced with LED Lights Material

Piper's Hill Road, north south trunk road across the Jining, one of the south to the North Outer Ring Road North Taibai floor, passing through New Century Plaza, flowers are parks, cultural market, RT Mart supermarket, Second People's Hospital as well as some government departments, the office building, part of entertainment, municipal office and shopping sections of the relative concentration. Jianshe Road Jining of the main road across the North and the South, one of the south railway station and extended with the 327 and 105 national highway connecting the north to the North Outer Ring extended to 337 Provincial Highway, passing through the North South Jining coach station, experimental schools, labor market and so on.

"Pipa relatively wide mountain belongs to the larger flow of people traffic volume roads, the need not only beautiful, but fairly bright street lights to carry out lighting. While the construction of road belonging to the station the school shopping, the relative concentration of the labor market and other sections of roads are in comparatively wide part of pedestrian flow, relatively large traffic volume roads, the need to carry out relatively bright street lighting. "Jining City, Reid Municipal Engineering Department, Production Division Caihao chief told reporters in the relevant department of the replacement of street reconstruction program, the Urban Services Department in accordance with the Road to the street requirements, and Taiwan, a supplier ordered a new 1800 LED street lamp material, which has recently more than 900 lights to complete the installation.

Guang Rd section of the original street lamps are mostly circular Chinese Lantern, handsome and generous, but less than some illumination, municipal departments will be economic Onkyo Guang Shan North Road, Piper's River Road to the section material installed LED spotlights, this relatively bright lights can increase the visibility of the night, which will help vehicles and pedestrians. Cai Hao told reporters that the transformation of the street, the original power supply line has not changed, staff would be cut off part of the installation of the poles at the top of the new lamp, and the height of poles into 12 meters, this means a one time completion saving the construction costs, and can be completed as soon as possible in a short time.

City 20000 Streetlight Replaced Within Five Years all the New LED Lights

According to the plan, Jining City will Taibai floor this year to conduct a comprehensive upgrade path, the relevant departments have begun the road surveying, planning and construction and so on. On the road the transformation process, Taibai House Road, both sides of the street has become the focus of reconstruction projects, at present, street vendors also put forward several options, the relevant departments under review, although the final plan is not determined, but Cai Hao said that the Taibai House Road, the new lights will definitely avoid the trees shading leaves a serious problem, in addition, as the roads are wider, the larger flow of people traffic volume roads, Taebaek House Road, the new lights will reach both beautiful and relatively bright effect.

Torch Road, South Extension section of the new lights will be installed this year, "The biggest problem is the torch by some sections of the west side of South Road, High Voltage Transmission Line affected nearly 20 street is temporarily unable to install." Cai Hao told reporters that street during the installation process with the existing line cables, high voltage lines to avoid cross, or in the construction process can not guarantee a safe distance, will cause great harm to the staff needs to communicate with the electrical department, in consultation come up with options. According to reports, Torch Road, South Extension sections will be installed 310 sets of LED lights, each worth about 1.6 million, but also to install additional transformers, laying of power lines and other facilities.

In addition, the west outer ring road and the airport connector road will be nearly 20 kilometers more than 1,000 new sets of lights. Jining City, according to requirements of the current two thousand urban street lamp will strive to be completed in five years, upgrading, replacement into a new type of LED lights, so that irradiation effects in improving the street at the same time, but also saves energy and increase the city's construction image.

Good Results of new LED Materials and Long Life Energy Saving Lamp Energy Saving

Jining City construction sector construction projects in major cities task will be one of the key urban construction work on the optimization of road network, implementation of road upgrading of urban infrastructure, strong support for the installation of LED street lighting in order to achieve efficient energy saving, saving, green environmental protection and reduction row effects, not only to enhance the image of the city's construction, and respond positively to the state of urban infrastructure requirements.

According to reports, Jining City majority of existing high pressure sodium lamps, though with a luminous efficiency, low power consumption, long life and fog penetrating ability and non inducing insects, etc., compared with the current material to replace the new LED lights are a lot less. "The new longer lamp life, compared with high pressure sodium lamp is more energy efficient power of the same time increase illumination, new street lamps and more uniform illumination." Cai Hao said that the city is about 12 meters high poles, lamp distance of 40 m , the original range of high pressure sodium lamp irradiation on the lot, but would form between the two lights as part of the "blind spots" that can not get a clear lamp irradiation.

"Traditional lamp glass, easily broken, light body of poor durability, while the LED lamps can significantly reduce maintenance costs." According to information provided by the manufacturer, the municipal sector procurement of new street lamps light the average life expectancy of up to 50,000 plus hours per lamp 185 watt LED lights each year than the average 250 watt high pressure sodium lamp energy saving of about 360 units of electricity and reduce carbon dioxide emissions of about 230 kg. Thus, LED lamps can fully replace the traditional light sources in outdoor lighting and road between plant applications, such as lanes, sidewalks and parking lots.

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23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

I want to find out if my girlfriend is cheating on Faceboo Is this something that you are saying to yourself. You are probably well aware right now that your girlfriend can use the popular social networking site to meet other guys and have a relationship with them. The Internet is very powerful. Unfortunately, some people are using its power to deceive other people. If to find out if my girlfriend is cheating on Facebook is your goal, then you have to know that it can be easily achieved. There are many tools that you can use to help you in this endeavor.

What are the things that you need to answer the question, how to find out if my girlfriend is cheating on Facebook. First and foremost, you need to be very observant. You have to check on your girlfriend's behavior especially if she is in front of the computer. Do you notice your girlfriend getting overly excited whenever she is using the PC and surfing the net? Is she online during unholy hours of the day? Is she very careful not to let you see the monitor whenever she is surfing the net? If you have answered YES to most of the questions above then it is most likely that your girlfriend is doing something behind your back. Now you need to go to the particular techniques to find out if my girlfriend is cheating on Facebook.

To be sure whether your girlfriend is actually cheating on Facebook or not, you can turn to plain old snooping. That is, you can sneak up on her account. If you know her password, you can easily do this. Not the best or the safest way to find out if my girl is cheating on Facebook but it works. Many boyfriends are already doing this. Things could get messy though if she finds out you're snooping. For sure, you would want things to become ugly. You want to know is my girlfriend is cheating on Facebook as discretely as possible. There is an answer to your problem.

A better way to find out if my girlfriend is cheating on Facebook is to take advantage of special tools that make it easier for suspecting partners and spouses to find out the truth. There are computer programs available that can help you keep track of your girlfriend's online activities without her knowing about it. Through these computer software, you can tell what she is actually doing in Facebook and in other sites and you will also be able to know who she is chatting or exchanging messages with and what he has been saying to her Facebook friends.

How to find out if my girlfriend is cheating on Facebook? The answer to this question can be as easy as getting a computer software. Do not let your girlfriend make a fool out of you. There are tools available to you that you can use to determine the loyalty and sincerity of your girlfriend.

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23 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Maintaining a fit and healthy body is very important in today’s world characterized by stress and speed! To be up and running all the time you need to have a constant supply of energy. From where do you get it? True, much of it is already within you, but you have to keep polishing that which is inherent so that you don’t lag behind in the relentless race called life!

If you are into fitness training you might be in the know of its importance in your daily life. However, if you are of the opinion that the more exercise you do, the healthier you become, you may want to think again. In fact, recognizing unsafe workout habits is essential for every individual. This is because fitness training is highly specific and differs from one person to another depending on the body type and requirements.

If you are confused and don’t know how to understand whether the exercise routine that you follow is right or wrong, the best option is to get a personal trainer for yourself. A certified trainer can guide you through each and every step of your work out regimen. Here are a few tips that can give you a basic idea regarding the ways to identify and avoid dangerous exercise habits:

Rushing through The Workout Routine: It’s always prudent to do little at one time. If you want to do too much within a short period of time, your body might not be ready to accept the drastic changes. This may produce negative effects on your body which might be harmful too. Do not push your body beyond its limit. It is essential that you know how much your body can adapt to at a single go. So, when your body gives out signals in the form of pain, pay heed to it and design your workout schedule accordingly.

No Variety in Workout Routine: If you do only one kind of exercise day-in and day-out, your body is likely to get acclimatized to it after a certain period of time. After this it will stop responding to it. Bringing in diversity is the best way to keep this danger at bay. Try and find out new forms of exercises that you can benefit from. Consulting with your personal trainer or any fitness professional will be the safest way to do this.

Slack Movements: When you are exercising, do you get a feeling that your body is out of your control? Do you struggle to get on with your workout schedule? If the answer is yes, then you need to rework your routine. Uncontrolled movements of the body during exercise can prove to be detrimental for your health. When you start feeling that your body isn’t assisting you in your training sessions, its time to get a professional trainer for yourself.

Not getting Adequate Rest: If your workout routine doesn’t allow space and time for sufficient rest, you need to squeeze out time for the same. Regular rest periods are absolutely indispensable if you want your body to respond efficiently and positively to your exercises.

So, if you are a victim of these unsafe exercise habits, get in touch with a personal trainer or a gym without delay. This is the best way in which you can achieve your fitness goals!

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22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Cereals have always been a popular choice with children when it comes to deciding what to eat for breakfast. Those working to market cereals make no excuses for the fact that children are their main target and it is plain to see this from the fun packaging often adorned with a cute cartoon mascot. There are few cereals seemingly as popular as Lucky Charms which have been a firm favourite with children and adults alike for years with a history that spans around 50 years.

The General Mills food company in Minnesota, USA are responsible for the production and manufacturing of Lucky charms and have been since it first appeared on the shelves in 1964. For such a colourful cereal it is surprising to find that it comprises mainly of 2 simple ingredients: toasted oat pieces as well as the colourfully shaped marshmallow pieces. The marshmallow pieces make up approximately a quarter of the cereal's volume. Of course Lucky Charms has it's own mascot and we are all familiar with the little smiling Leprechaun, predictably named Lucky. The first TV adverts didn't have a jingle or theme song, instead opting for a jolly irish jig to accompany the advert. It was in later adverts where the simple 'magically delicious' song was added.

General Mills didn't come up with the idea for adding the marshmallows and it was an advertising company under their employment who suggested marketing the cereal around the idea around charm bracelets. The leprechaun mascot was devised around the same time. When they were first launched, Lucky charms were a little easier on the teeth as they were not initially sugar coated. It was the disappointing sales after the launch that caused General Mills to rethink their recipe and decide to add the sweet coating, leading to Lucky Charms becoming the success they are today. The company also found that periodically changing the shape of the marshmallows helped their sales. They also made use of focus groups to help them devise their marketing strategy and it was one of these groups who suggested that the marshmallows come in the bright colours we see today, as opposed to the duller colours we see in tradional packets of marshmallows.

When Lucky Charms were first launched the marshmallows came in simple shapes such as yellow moons, orange stars, pink hearts and of course the lucky green clovers. New coloured shapes were added to the line up over the years with blue diamonds being added around 1975 , red balloons in 1989 with several more being added over the years to the present day where the latest addition was an hourglass which was added in 2008. These hourglasses came in yellow and orange and were marketed with the slogan 'The Hourglass Charm has the Power to Stop/Speed up/Reverse Time"

Lucky Charms have been popular in America for decades, however they have only been sold in the UK for around 10 years where they have quickly become one of the most popular choices for parent's wishing to give their children a treat at breakfast.

Dave Matthews is writing on behalf of American Soda, a leading UK supplier of Lucky Charms Cereal.

22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

If you are interested in purchasing real estate, the wrong way to go about it is to simply find a plot or house that you like, and then make an offer. There are several often-forgotten steps that you should take before this point. Many people often overlook the land survey step of buying land. The best time to have a land survey undertaken is before you complete the process of purchasing the land.

Land surveyors can determine the boundary measurements to make sure that the plot of land you think you are buying is actually what you are buying. The land surveyor can tell you whether the trees, building ,fences, sidewalks, driveways, and other features of the land actually lie on the property, and also whether anyone else’s buildings or other features encroach onto the property you wish to buy.

They will also be familiar with building regulations, wetland regulations, and zoning. Land surveys are particularly helpful when purchasing a piece of real estate that you hope to eventually build on, as they can catch potential problems with this plan before you purchase the land. If you are purchasing mountainous land, land that may be considered wetlands, or land in other areas that may be difficult to build on, a land surveyor can help you evaluate the possibilities for building upon the land. If you plan to develop the land or subdivide it, a survey can help you determine whether this is possible or even legal.

Do not go off an old land survey provided by the current landowner. It may not describe recent changes to the land. The land surveyor you hire can place permanent markers on the corners of your property so that you are well-aware of the boundaries of the land that you will soon own. Before conducting a land surveyor, you may want to ask your real estate agent for a property profile, which will list the ownership information, legal description, plat map, tax information, and other characteristics. This is an excellent place to start when evaluating a potential real estate purchase. At least some of this information may also be available online. Then, be sure that you visit the property and walk the entire site, even if it is several acres, to see what it looks like with your own eyes.

Having a land survey conducted before the land changes hands is simply due diligence. Do not rely on anyone else’s word, such as the landowner’s, or a real estate agent’s, when purchasing land. This is a big purchase, and it should not be done unless you know exactly what you are buying. If you cannot get a land survey before placing a formal offer, at least have one done before the deal closes. The land surveyor will give you the best information possible to determine whether the piece of real estate will meet your needs. If any red flags come up, be sure that they are resolved to your satisfaction before closing on this real estate deal.

You do not want to make the mistake of buying land that is of no use to you, or buying land that is not what you thought it was. Although it’s especially important to have a land survey conducted when you are buying acreage or plan to develop the land, a land survey even of a small lot with a house can still catch potential problems before it’s too late.

We at Point to Point Land Surveyors pride ourselves on accuracy, customer service and quality work delivered on time, guaranteed. Residential land surveys are a specialty.

22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

You may have heard the name of Mike Dillard. He is very well-known in the world of MLM marketing on the Internet for creating several classic network marketing training courses such as Magnetic Sponsoring, Building on a Budget, MLM Traffic Formula, and more.

However, you may not have heard the name of Mark Weiser as much, even though he co-authored WITH Mike the acclaimed MLM recruiting course called Black Belt Recruiting.

So you may ask, who is Mark Weiser? You may be surprised to learn that he was Mike Dillard's MENTOR in learning how to effectively recruit high numbers of new distributors into his primary business!

Mark Weiser is truly a genius when it comes to network marketing. To justify that statement, here is just a bit about his background and qualifications....

Mark successfully personally sponsored 258 distributors in ONE year. In LESS than two years, he built an organization of 10,000 distributors and became the highest earner in his primary company.

And yet, Mark struggled desperately when he was first starting out in the network marketing industry, just as so many others have done -- and still are struggling, today, with MLM recruiting.

While Mike Dillard has gone on to build a huge brand in the arena of network marketing training and resources, Mark Weiser has kept a lower profile. Therefore, you may not have heard much about Mark's "Surefire Sponsoring" formula, a very inexpensive ebook in which Mark explains how he overcame his own mental obstacles and developed the skills it takes to achieve the title of being one of the MLM industry's top earners.

The fact is, only a tiny percentage of MLM distributors succeed to the point of making a 6-figure income....

In his "Surefire Sponsoring" ebook, Mark tells his own personal story of his failure in MLM and how he quit the first time -- and 10 years later, how he very nearly quit again.

If your personal goal is to join the elite ranks of those top MLM earners -- or even to simply earn enough to pay your bills, enjoy a good life, and build security and financial peace of mind for your future -- then you must read Mark Weiser's "Surefire Sponsoring" formula. I cannot recommend it highly enough to anyone who is new or still struggling in the industries of network marketing, MLM, or direct sales.

While a 40-page ebook may not sound like much to some, believe me, it is PACKED with valuable content about MLM recruiting and sponsoring. It is one of the things I personally most appreciate about Mark's style -- his ebook contains no hype or empty fluff.

In Section 1, Mark explains the psychology of sponsoring -- the inner game and the outer game. You will discover some powerful INNER strategies for developing your belief, overcoming fear, and how to become a top recruiter. OUTWARDLY, you will learn how to become more attractive to your prospects and the most important thing to look for in order to qualify whether they are even right to join your business or not. This will save you enormous amounts of time, effort, and emotional energy in terms of only working with people who are truly qualified, ready, and willing to do what it takes to succeed.

In Section 2, you will learn how to connect with your prospects whether you lead with your products or your opportunity. Plus he shares some great ideas on how to create instant rapport, stay in touch, and follow up. Discover a really powerful way to distinguish yourself from all other network marketers, even if your prospects have already been exposed to several presentations by other people in your company before.

In Section 3, the focus is on the game of prospecting. Learn new techniques to help give you POSTURE when interacting with prospects. This is a key skill needed in order to succeed with the recruiting process. Mark also provides creative ideas for building your list of people to talk with about your business. If you are purchasing opportunity leads, you will discover a valuable strategy which will help pay for the costs of your leads or other types of advertising.

Section 4 gives you essential tips on setting yourself up for success, including Mark's own unique and effective takes on goal setting, time management, and maximizing your daily productivity, as well as how to find continuing training and support.

This is just a brief overview of the "Surefire Sponsoring" formula by Mark Weiser, but it is jam-packed with MUCH more. If you are absolutely serious about succeeding with your own MLM recruiting, then one of your first steps is to buy this inexpensive ebook, read it over several times, and then APPLY what you learn toward your own success in the world of network marketing.

For less than the cost of a movie date, own and apply SECRETS REVEALED in the “Surefire Sponsoring” formula by Mark Weiser. You have it within you to succeed with MLM recruiting, too! Decide to take that first step toward your own success. Buy your copy at http://www.SurefireSponsoringFormula.com

22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Sponsor Equity: This is the cash investment contributed by owners of a project.

Preferred Equity: Preferred equity is similar in structure to a mezzanine loan; however, many of the complexities involving mezzanine debt are avoided. Inter-creditor agreements with senior lenders are not required and, because this investment involves equity and not debt, prohibitions in the senior loan documents against secondary debt become irrelevant.

The returns and general investment time horizons required by preferred equity investors fall into the same range as that of mezzanine debt. These investments are generally structured so that after the payment of debt service the investor receives a coupon return of 8 % to10 %. From the remaining cash flow, the sponsor is paid the same coupon return as the investor before distributing the remainder between the parties based on a predetermined formula. Unlike traditional equity, which shares the upside of a transaction with no ceiling, preferred equity investments enable a sponsor to determine at inception what will be necessary to pay off a preferred equity partner in the future.

This structure is attractive to a sponsor who can contribute capital for 10% or more of a project cost and has an operating plan to increase net operating income over a three-to-five year period.

Institutional Joint Venture Equity: Institutional investors have a strong appetite for joint ventures with experienced owner-operators or developers. Most importantly, investors seek a strong operator with a track record of success in a particular market. Investors seek partners who can create value in a way they can’t on their own. Creation of value can come in many ways, including the identification of off-market transactions that are purchased at attractive prices, rehabilitation of an asset in need of work, more effective management of a property or ground up development of an asset.

Yield expectations among institutional equity investors vary based on several factors, including transaction risk, desired hold period, the amount of leverage, and the amount of co-investment by the sponsor. Generally, investors seek five-year internal rates of return between 15% and 18% on an un-leveraged basis. On a leveraged basis, returns generally range between 18% and 22%. In many instances, institutional equity partners seek to limit overall property leverage to between 50% and 60%, thus lowering the internal rate of return to the sponsor.

Institutional joint venture equity transactions generally are structured so that the institutional investor contributes between 80 percent and 90 percent of the required equity, with the sponsor investing the remainder. These joint ventures usually include buy/sell agreements that allow a sponsor to buy out the partner within a specified time period. Investor’s generally have approval rights over major decisions including financings, sales and annual budgets.

The capital stack is the total mix of capital invested in a project, including pure debt, hybrid debt, and equity. The higher the investment appears in the stack, the greater the risk for that investment. The lower the placement, the less the risk. As a consequence, higher stack positions expect greater returns on the capital invested because of the higher risk involved. The typical capital stack is arranged as follows:
1. Sponsor Equity
2. Preferred Equity
3. Mezzanine Debt
4. Senior Debt

Andy Bogdanoff is the Founder and Chairman of Remington Financial Group. Mr. Bogdanoff is an expert in commercial real estate and equity capital transactions with over 35 years experience.

22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Being in business means always looking for the newest trends that affect our business and create new products or services that meet that demand for our customers. It is the same for those of you who are in the photography business. Even photography hobbyists can take advantage of this trend to make a little extra money. Who knows, it may turn into a full-blown business for you. It's a great feeling when your hobby can pay for itself. For just under $150 you can start this business.

People who have families that are very close have one thing in common. They take a lot of pictures at functions and events that celebrate the milestones in their lives. Digital photography has made it easier for them to collect pictures because the cost of photography has come down since the film photography days. In most cases they can take thousands of pictures for the cost of one memory card. Consequently they have more pictures than they can print from the files they have collected on their cards or the hard drives of their computers. They may even have thousands of printed pictures in boxes taking up room in their closets. Many people decide that they should put them into collections such as scrapbooks or video slideshows. Scrapbooking is a growing hobby that takes time and many of your customers may think they're not capable of such a big creative undertaking. Many of them would like to make a slideshow with music but balk at the cost. With other things asking for their attention they just might not have the time for doing it either.

That's where you come in. People are wanting slideshows of weddings, bar mitzvahs, and photo montages of their loved ones for their funerals. The demand is there.

You can take all their pictures and put them on DVD with photo slideshow software you can get for your computer. There are many different slide show softwares available to suit your budget or proficiency. Beginners can find simple programs for under 150 dollars to get started. More sophisticated programs will allow you to save your files in many different formats and have more professional-like control features.

So what are the advantages that your customers see if they let you do it for them instead of doing it themselves? It gives them time to do other things. You can do it faster because you have the skills and knowledge to do it professionally. It saves them time because they don't have to learn new software. It's convenient for them. You can do a whole video slide show project in a day or two and they get a package that is easy to show their friends and family. Instead of rooting through the closets for their pictures or heavy scrapbooks all they have to do is share their new family slideshow through the television.

Help your customers or your friends keep their memories alive by creating a photo slideshow they will treasure for the rest of their lives.

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22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

There are millions and millions of people that suffer from hair loss and there are advanced treatments available now that can help to reduce or stop hair loss. Fighting baldness with advanced hair treatments has become very popular among thousands of hair clinics around the world.

Causes of Hair Loss

Hair loss and baldness can be the result of an illness, or a genetic predisposition. May men and some women are born into a family that has a common trait of losing their hair and many of them start to lose their hair very early in life, some even in their teens. Some individuals have a tendency to lose patches of hair as a result of wearing tight braids and ponytails. This can cause hair to be pulled out and over time hair does not grow in those areas.

Treatments

There are several treatments available that can reduce hair loss. There are over the counter topical applications that can be applied to the scalp several times a day. This type of treatment is better suited for the crown or back of the scalp for reducing hair loss. There are also drugs that can be taken in pill form that are used to retain the hair that is currently on the scalp. It helps to stop the hair from falling out. There are also hair pieces that can be worn to cover up baldness. Lastly there is surgery that can consist of a hair transplant, where the hair is surgically removed from the back of the head and placed in the front of the scalp. The bald area can also be cut away and the remaining scalp with hair on it is sewed together.

Some of the more advanced types of treatment are the use of advanced laser therapy and the strand by strand technique. Advanced Laser Therapy is used to stimulate hair growth; it increases the flow of blood to the scalp. The follicles absorb the nutrients and possibly grow hair. The client will sit in a chair under the laser machine and the laser is concentrated on the area where the hair loss is prominent. Several treatments are needed in order for results to be seen. In most cases this type of treatment is used in conjunction with other treatments like medication or topical treatments.

The strand by strand technique involves implanting human hair into the scalp one strand of hair at a time. This is a very time consuming treatment but the look is very natural when completed. The clinician will determine and map out the natural pattern of the crown and baldness area and the hair will be placed in that pattern to mimic the natural growth of the hair. A graph of hair fibers are created and placed in the area of baldness and it is interwoven into the other part of the scalp with hair to allow for a natural growth progression.

There is another treatment that is used to supplement other treatments such as the laser comb. This is a handheld comb that administers phototherapy to the scalp as the hair is combed. This comb is a standard use for after surgery treatment, to continue to stimulate the scalp.

For some women hair loss can be remedied by wearing wigs or hair pieces, there are so many natural looking hair pieces available today that it is very hard to tell the difference . There are also hair pieces for men and sometimes this may be a choice for those individuals that do not want to go the medication route or the surgical route. Everyone has to do what makes them feel comfortable and what will make them able to move on with their day in a health and happy fashion.

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22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

How good are you at keeping business records? If you are recoiling at the mere thought of it, you would have to change your ways if you want to develop a successful home run business.

When you are self employed you are responsible for sorting out your own tax and National Insurance. But there is no one looking over your shoulder to prompt you to get this done and keep records throughout the year. Once the old tax year ends you will receive notification from the tax office that you need to fill out a tax return. But after that you won’t hear a peep out of them until it’s time to submit it and pay your first chunk of tax at the end of January the following year.

Many business people – particularly those who are new to business – have come unstuck through not keeping up with paperwork and failing to realise how much tax they are due to pay. And this is precisely why you need to keep regular records so you know exactly where you stand with your business.

But it isn’t just the tax bill aspect that makes this so important. If someone was to ask you now how well your business was doing, could you honestly answer them? If you are sitting there among piles of work to be done you would think your business was quite healthy. It may well look that way, but if you don’t have any up to date records of income and expenditure your ideas may differ greatly from the reality of things.

Keeping records doesn’t have to be hard either. Provided you do it on a weekly – or even a daily – basis, you can easily keep up with what is required. And it isn’t just necessary for official purposes. You will find that you can run a better business through keeping thorough records for yourself.

For example, the tax office doesn’t need to know – nor does it care – how you find your new customers. But you should care, because if you know the answer you will be able to find more new customers more cheaply and quickly in the future.

Let’s say you advertise in two different places and get 20 new customers a month. You might think that is a good result. But if you keep accurate records you might well realise that 15 of those customers come from one of your adverts and just five from the other. And you pay exactly the same for each advert. This knowledge – knowledge which comes from keeping paperwork about this aspect of your business, will tell you that perhaps you could ditch the less successful ad and find somewhere else to advertise instead. This could lead to even better results in the future.

Complete and accurate financial records are a must, so always make the effort to keep whatever paperwork you need to have when you are running your own business. It can make a real difference to how successful you are in the long term.

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22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

In recent years, as China's food and beverage industry, the rapid development of ancillary food packaging machinery industry has a strong momentum to the rapid development of. However, while the product market with greater demand, but because of the same area produced a large number of repeated low level of technology, poor product quality reasons, a very small profit margins of enterprises, especially SMEs in the low cost competition at risk.

China's food packaging machinery manufacturing industry was the current level of the pagoda like products. At the bottom of a large number of low level duplicate products. Relatively few high end products. Data show that the national food and packaging machinery manufacturing enterprises there are nearly 6000, of which 2,000 is not stable enough, every year nearly 15% of companies converting or closed down. Output and sales of over billion is only a dozen companies, with annual sales of more than 30 million yuan of only 50 companies, industry 75% of the exports are produced by these 50 companies produced. The industry believes that the industry reshuffle is inevitable, small businesses will be phased out in the competition and mergers. Led to this situation for many reasons, mainly including the following four areas: CUP Letter analysis:

In response to these risks, CUP letter to the industry made the following recommendations:

1, combined with the regional distribution of characteristics, to promote the coordinated development of the whole
In order to study in line with national conditions and development strategies, food and packaging machinery, food machinery necessary to study the impact the quantity and variety of the development of regional differences, study and formulate food machinery division. Quantitative point of view, North China, the Yangtze River downstream addition to sugar, other foodstuffs adjustable out; and China Nanqia the contrary, in addition to sugar adjustable out, other foods need to be transferred into, refrigeration equipment, pastoral need to slaughter, transport, refrigeration, shearing and other mechanical equipment. How to objectively describe the vision of food and packaging machinery development trends, estimates of demand for quantity and variety, and reasonable for food processing and food machinery manufacturing enterprises of the layout, is worthy of serious study of strategic technical and economic issues, and research food machinery division, the system is equipped with a reasonable is to carry out the study determined the basic technical work.

2, and actively develop large enterprise groups

China's food and packaging businesses, mostly SMEs, lack of technical strength, lack of self development capacity, it is difficult to achieve technology intensive mass production, it is difficult to meet the ever changing market demands. Therefore, China's food and packaging machinery enterprise groups should follow the road, breaking some boundaries, organizing different types of enterprise groups, research institutes and institutions of higher learning, to enhance integration with enterprises, enterprise groups qualified to enter into enterprise groups, The development centers and personnel training base. Government departments concerned according to the characteristics of the industry, from the reality, and adopt flexible measures to support enterprise groups in the industry have developed rapidly.

3, and actively introduce advanced technology to enhance self development capacity

The introduction of the technology, and technology research and experimental studies combine to arrange adequate digestion and absorption of funds, through technical research and experimental research, the real master of foreign advanced technology and design concepts, design methods, testing methods and critical design data, manufacturing processes and other technical know how , and gradually form a self development ability and improve the innovation capability. The introduction of technology and business but also a combination of technological improvements, the corresponding transformation arrange funds to allow the introduction of technology to the rapid formation of productive capacity, into a commodity market. Should strive to expand channels and a variety of ways to actively develop international cooperation, including joint development, cooperative production, introduction of talents, sending personnel training and so on, to take people long to make up has weaknesses.

4, To enhance the quality of work to ensure product quality.

Food and packaging machinery industry in the great development of the situation, we should firmly grasp the product quality of this link, the only way to withstand entry into the World Trade Organization from the market challenges. Chinese made food and packaging machinery to establish a standard or advanced industrial countries with the international standards of product quality indicator system to adapt to and implement the design, manufacture, testing, installation, commissioning, and service the whole process of TV towers, for the implementation of key products license the production, enterprises should strengthen quality awareness and quality management. Relevant government departments to the existing food and packaging machinery product quality supervision and inspection agencies to further support the improvement of product quality supervision and gradually form a national monitoring center, which, in addition to day quality control work, is also responsible for the quality certification of export products.

1, a small number of product varieties and complete. Most of the production of single based domestic and abroad, mostly supporting the production, very few stand alone sales. On the one hand the variety China made equipment can not meet the domestic food and packaging needs of enterprises, on the other machine factory on the production and sales of single low profits, lack of access to complete sets of equipment sales of high efficiency.

2, low level of technology. Mainly manifested in the product reliability is poor, slow technological upgrading, new technologies, new processes, new materials, applications less. China's food and packaging machinery more than stand alone, complete sets of low pass bank credit tips.

While the food and packaging machinery industry in China face many problems, but also faces enormous domestic and international markets and better opportunities for development. Thus, banks should be risk averse, while concerned about the investment opportunities in the industry. CUP letter advised the banks to focus on the following aspects:

1, in the products, food packaging machinery in China focus on the development of the 13 categories of products: 1, oil processing technology and equipment; 2, fruit and vegetable processing technology and equipment; 3, meat processing technology and equipment; 4, dairy processing technology and equipment; 5, convenience food technology and equipment; 6, Beer & Beverage equipment; 7, ultrafine grinding technology and equipment; 8, extrusion molding technology and equipment; 9, sterilization aging technology and equipment; 10, micro capsule technology and equipment; 11, vacuum freeze technical equipment; 12, preservation, and packaging technology and equipment; 13, agricultural products (32.30,1.30,4.19%, bar) deep processing of complete sets of technical equipment, such as soy, rice, corn, potatoes and other deep processing and comprehensive utilization of equipment. Banks should actively credit such packaging enterprises in order to obtain the benefits of development of the industry.

2, in the enterprises, should focus on support to key enterprises to enable them to grow up as quickly as possible. At the same time pay close attention to the adjustment of product structure, and resolutely put an end to the low productivity, high energy consumption products to provide loans to businesses lagging behind. Beverage packaging industry as an example to the next 3 5 years, the beverage market in the development of the existing fruit juice, tea, bottled water, functional beverages, and carbonated beverages and other products at the same time, will be to low sugar or sugar free beverages, as well as pure natural, dairy and other healthy beverages category direction. Product development trend will further promote the development of packaging differentiation, such as PET aseptic cold filling packaging, HDPE (the middle barrier layer) of milk packaging, as well as aseptic carton packaging. Beverage product development, will ultimately contribute to the diversity of beverage packaging materials and structural innovation. By then, the production of differentiated products, enterprises will benefit from the package, the banks should be actively given to these enterprises credit.

The industry will be green, profit compression, brand marketing, high quality high energy characteristics of packaging machinery industry. How to better focus on "safety, health, environmental protection," the purpose to develop the packaging machinery industry, is that enterprises need to consider the issue, the direction of deviation from the mainstream companies will eventually be a gradual system of healthy competition in the market out of this, banks should actively guide the development of industries and enterprises to the industry mainstream in order to reduce credit risk, access to lucrative profits.

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22 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Looking for the best elliptical trainers? Did you know there are over 30 brands on the market - each with several of their own models?

So there are a lot of choices. How do you find the best one for you?

Finding the best elliptical isn't really that difficult. Most top quality elliptical trainers share several features that you can look for when shopping to find the best one for you. Here they are:

#1 Proper Stride Length

Stride length is basically the furthest distance between the elliptical pedals. Stride lengths vary from 12" all the way up to 22" long. A proper stride length is about 18 - 20" for most people.

The longer stride more fully works your leg muscles and can give you a more complete calorie-burning workout. Cheaper ellipticals tend to have shorter stride lengths (12 - 16") so you don't get the most effective workout.

Some people that are under 5'8" however feel that a 22" stride is too long for them. You can even find some ellipticals that offer variable strides that you can adjust to suit your taste.

So for example you might use the 18" stride but your taller spouse may choose to reset the stride length to 22". Bottom line? The right stride length can give you a much more comfortable workout and can get you faster results in less time.

#2 Proper Ergonomic Design

This is more a function of price and brand than anything else. For example, many cheaper brands don't have the proper leg to arm bar ratio so you can end up leaning on the handrails (and not burning as many calories as you think).

Another thing that cheaper models use are stationary foot pedals. While these are ok, they can contribute to strained ankles and toe numbness after long workouts.

Higher end elliptical brands put more into proper ergonomic design. For example they use the appropriate foot pedal to arm bar ratio. Or they give you articulating foot pedals that follow the natural motion of your ankle to give it support throughout the elliptical motion. For the most part you do get what you pay for so look for a quality elliptical brand with proper ergonomic design.

#3 The Right Flywheel Placement

The design of the elliptical you choose will depend on your preference. For example there are rear drive ellipticals with the flywheel in the back, front drive ellipticals with the flywheel in the front and center drive ellipticals with 2 smaller flywheels on either side of the pedals.

These design differences give you a slightly different elliptical feel. For example. front drive ellipticals tend to have a more sloped feel to the motion, similar to stair climbing. Rear drive ellipticals can feel more flat, similar to running. And center drive is a mix of the two. With a center drive you also feel like you're standing more upright instead of leaning.

#4 Entertainment Options

While you wouldn't necessarily think that the entertainment options you have with an elliptical would make it the best machine for you, it's actually very important.

One reason why people don't exercise is because they get bored. So having an elliptical with an iPod dock, speakers, lots of specialized workouts and tracking tools can keep you using your elliptical for years. It also makes your workout more enjoyable and your time more productive.

So those are 4 key features of the best elliptical trainers. Take your time and do your research. By researching your options, you're much more likely to find an elliptical trainer that you love - and will use for years to come.

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21 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

Beauty is the most misjudged reason that takes responsibility for being the culprit behind several affairs that exist in this world right now! A Woman in general has a misconception that only beauty is the crucial cause for her husband to run behind an anonymous woman. Partially true, I would say! But what makes this partially right? Men crave for admiration and when it is showcased at the highest degree they go after it blindfolded.

Can you guess what would be the crucial reality, which has made beauty a partially true option behind men involving in affairs? For those who guessed here comes applause! For those who failed I pity your ignorance of certain subtleties pertinent to your marriage life. Yes ADMIRATION is the buzzword! Now you realize that this is the word you heard people talk about and you have only heard them talk! That’s it! Think whether have you admired your husband for several trivial things that he did?

It might seem trivial from your standpoint but what did your husband find that thing as? Did he value it so much? Then he should have got disappointed when you didn’t really admire him for that thing, right? Several questions like this may encircle your mind now! Don’t panic! We can find answers to all these questions soon! After all, you should try your level best to find answers for these questions if you have a real intention to get your ex back!

I have clearly emphasized the value husbands dedicate to admiration over beauty since they want to taste what their marriage life doesn’t bring to them. They are clear in identifying what their marriage life is devoid of and where to search for it! You as a counter argument may say that the ones involved in affairs are behind lust, sexual craving and physical orientation!

I wouldn’t negate your vindication as it has got substance. But where does the intention to develop lust for another woman begin? I admit certain husbands are behind sex but only a few of the population who have affairs! So where do the remaining count fall under? They come under the category of people who have developed more interest in other woman due to the fact that they get admired and esteemed much more than what they experience at home!

Therefore, having understood that admiration is the ultimate reason behind husbands deserting the wives, you must find a way out of the current distress you are in should you need your husband back! I suggest that you follow the pointers I have provided you in the paragraph given below if you need to regain your ex!

* Admire your husband more than ever! Make him understand that he deserves admiration and it was you who had erred by not respecting him at situations he needed to be awed. By admitting you were careless in admiring him you might get a twofold benefit.

** He would start admiring you for your candidness!
** In turn the love he has for you gets doubled! As in my book of relationship-maths admiration = love!

* Make him understand that your failure to admire him doesn’t mean that you are not happy with him! Tell your husband you need him whatever be the case!

* Finally make opportunities to express your admiration for him. Be frank whenever necessary and don’t inhibit yourself! Love gets divine only when expressed and not when deduced! Because once your love id deduced rather than expressed the person who deduces loses it’s original taste!

I believe you would slot in these pointers into your daily life to gain your husband back as soon as possible because you have got less time to admire but more patch-up work to be done!

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21 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357

The Aster are hardy herbaceous perennials and half-hardy annuals.

The perennial asters may conveniently be considered under four distinct headings.

Dwarf early-flowering kinds derived from such species as Aster Amellus and Aster Thomsoni.

The taller, later-flowering varieties with comparatively large blooms, which have been raised from the North American species Aster Novi Belgii and Aster Novse Anglias, and together with the next group are popularly known as Michaelmas daisies.

The late-flowering kinds with narrow foliage and ele¬gant habit and large panicles of starry flowers have their origin in such species as Aster ericoides, Aster cordifolius, diffusus, and Trade-scanti.

There are also miscellaneous low growing kinds most suited to the rock garden or the extreme front of the herbaceous border.

The annual asters are derived from a Chinese plant botanically known as Callis-tephus hortensis. Numerous distinct types have been evolved by hybridisation and selection, but all have similar cultural re¬quirements.

All the perennial asters are extremely hardy and will grow in any ordinary garden soil, though in the case of the choicest alpine species it is advisable to add a liberal quantity of sand and a little leaf-mould or peat moss litter if the natural soil is of a heavy, wet, or sticky nature. For the other kinds the only preparation necessary is good deep digging and the incorporation of a little well-rotted manure into the lower spit. The taller kinds, such as hybrids of Aster Novi Belgii, cordifolius, etc., should be staked early with long bamboo canes. Even some of the dwarf hybrids of Aster Amellus and Aster Thomsoni will pay for some support, which may be provided in the form of short, brushy sticks. Clumps increase in size very rapidly and should be divided every two or three years. If very fine blooms are desired, it is advisable to thin the growths in spring, leaving only three or four to each plant according to its strength. The most suitable planting seasons for most kinds are October, March, and early April, but varieties of Aster Amellus should only be planted in spring and never in autumn.

Annual asters will not thrive on a starvation diet. The soil for them must be deeply dug and well enriched during the winter months. They are best suited by an open sunny situa¬tion, but partial shade is not an insurmount¬able handicap. Great care must be exercised in planting to avoid burying the plants deeply. This is a frequent cause of collar rot. During the summer the plants must not be allowed to suffer from drought. Copious waterings should be given as soon as re¬quired. After the flower buds begin to swell, feeding with weak solutions of natural manure will also prove beneficial. Exhibitors must also practise rigorous thinning and dis-budding to produce blooms of the highest quality. Wilt disease is sometimes very troublesome, but this difficulty may be avoided by planting one of the wilt-resistant strains.

The perennial asters are all most easily increased by division at planting time, though a more satisfactory method is by cuttings of firm young growth 3 or 4 inches in length, which will root readily in sandy soil in a cold frame in spring. Seed sown in a cold frame in March also offers a possible means of increasing the species, but named varieties will not breed true in this way.

Sowings of annual asters can be made under glass in pans or boxes of a light compost in March. A gentle heat of 55 degrees to 65 degrees is a great aid to rapid germination, but on no account must the young plants be subjected to sudden fluctuations after they are seen appearing through the soil. As soon as they have formed their first rough leaves prick out the plants 3 inches apart each way in boxes or in a made-up bed in a warm frame. For the first few days the plants should be kept fairly close, but after they recover from the check a start must be made with the gradual process of hardening off in prepara¬tion for planting about the end of May. In most parts of the country splendid results can also be obtained by treating the plants as hardy an¬nuals and sowing where they are to bloom in mid-April, thinning out the seedlings at a later stage to 1 foot apart each way. This method is practised with great success by many commercial growers.

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21 Apr 2010 by LoreenC 357