Hobbies Articles (Sorted by date)

Enchanting Elementals

Before scientists conceived of the periodic table, with its 116 elements, scientists taught that the earth and everything therein was made of four basic elements: water, air, fire and earth.
Robin DanielsJune 21, 2007

The Great Things About Photography

Are you thinking about taking up the hobby of photography? Many who have already discovered this exciting and fulfilling hobby can tell you the top ten reasons why photography is so great.
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

Innovative Portrait Photographers

Ever since photography was invented, there have been famous names associated with it. Ansel Adams, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Dorothea Lang are just a few of those who have changed how we look at the world and at photography.
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

Historical View of Chess

Not every chess game ends with a clear winner; an opponent that declares checkmate. Occasionally a chess player will choose to resign to their opponent, which is essentially surrendering.
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

Who's Who in UFology Today

Below are ten names of the most educated, respected UFologists alive today. By studying their theories and published works, you will be on the forefront of UFology research.Jerome Clark: Researcher and writer.
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

The Robertson Panel: The CIA Considers UFOs

1918-1939 is sometimes called “the golden age of aviation” because of the much technological advancement made in aircraft. With World War II came better, faster airplanes and more experienced pilots.
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

World War II Foo Fighters

In the 1938 comic strip Smokey Stover, a firefighter was known for his line, “Where there’s foo, there’s fire.” From Smokey, aircraft pilots borrowed the term “foo fire” to describe the various unexplainable phenomenon...
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

Galactic Empire, a Space-age Third Reich

Born in May of 1944, in Modesto, California, George Lucas lived a world away from the horrors of Fascist Germany. Yet its imprint is more than evident in Lucas’ life’s work and creative brainchild, the Star Wars Saga.
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

Science Fiction's Influence on Society

Accordingly, the borderline between fantasy and science fiction is blurred, and many bookstores shelve science fiction and fantasy together. The science fiction genre has a strong fan community of readers and viewers, of which many authors are a...
Fran BlackJune 21, 2007

Basic Care for Juniper Bonsai

Growing bonsai trees is an ancient art that is becoming increasingly more popular. Research shows that plants benefit our mood and attitude. Introducing bonsai plants into your life will bring these benefits along with reduce stress levels and...
Fran BlackJune 20, 2007