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Preserve Your MemoriesWith the proliferation of digital cameras, more people are taking more pictures. People are snapping pictures of children, nature scenes, sports and special events at an ever increasing rate.

After a recent trip to Dahlonega, Georgia, I'm became obsessed withwanting to know more about the U.S. Mint that had been there and itshistory. To say that "The Neighborhood Mint: Dahlonega in the Age ofJackson" by Sylvia Head,...

It stands to reason that leaving the King in the center often means exposing the King to a dangerous, very possibly fatal, attack. This leads us to the conclusion that castling is the best way to safeguard the King.The castled position, then, is...

The biggest flower benefit of all is flowers make you happy.Research has proven this. Flowers actually make you happy. When you are down, look at aflower arrangement and you will be in a happy mood.Put a flower arrangement in your office, you can...

So often new gardeners are put off the idea of gardening by thinking about the time it might take, and the hard work involved. The popular idea of a low-maintenance garden is one of covering the space with decking and gravel, planted with a few...

If you’re a birder, you want to keep a list of sightings when you bird watch. Your life lists should be kept in a bird watching journal.Life ListA life list is a record of the species of birds you’ve sighted over time.

We all love to dream up new concepts, don't we? Here are a few from my imagination. They are not patented or trademarked, so take them and call them your own if you want.A human kite: Years ago I used to design and build kites while living...

New thoughts can come from taking a new perspective on things. One way to do that is to challenge the assumptions that exist. For example, is love really a feeling of desire or attachment? This is a common assumption, but what if we challenge...

So you can't wait to start collecting coins. Welcome to a fantastic hobby that will last your lifetime. Something you can pass on to your children and grandchildren. Don't Panic. It is a very simple hobby to begin.

What is it that lures grown men (and women) into the undergrowth to get cold, wet and muddy just to gaze at our feathered friends? Many people are discovering birdwatching and finding it to be an immensely rewarding pastime.