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Believe it or not, the electricity you use has the biggest impact of the environment. The best way to stay in the green in your household is to use solar power or wind, but we all know that this can be an expensive endeavor and can meet certain zone, landlord and neighborhood restrictions. But did you know that many electric companies are now offering 'green' power. It's true and ... read more »

It's hard to know how to describe what 9/11 was like for those who lived in New York City on that fateful day. I know for me, it put the reality of the holocaust and any other horrific event into a clear vivid picture of what these people must have gone through and how for years and years after, relatives relive the events over and over again in their minds -- trying to make sense of it all... read more »

There is nothing more fascinating than the first few months of a baby's life. In just a few short weeks, your newborn grows usually an inch or more and gains at least a pound (if all is going well). At four weeks, you will probably notice that your baby is making sounds other than crying. One day you may suddenly notice little cooing sounds or what could almost be humming noises comin... read more »

If you have a newborn you may wonder how this tiny creature can sleep so much; yet, at the same time keep you wishing you could catch even a couple hours of solid sleep. While it is true that newborns sleep most of the time averaging 14 to 18 hours in the course of a day during the first couple of weeks and then 12 to 15 after a month or so, they only sleep for two or three hours at a time. This... read more »

Every wonder where the biggest bottle of Scotch Malt Whiskey in the world calls home? Well it's at the Clockhouse Restaurant in Tomintoul, Scotland. The bottle holds 105.3 litres of Tomintoul Single Malt Whiskey and it's 14 years old. IT was made in Germany and found its way to Tomintoul in August 2009. Authenticated and verfied by a team of experts, the cock was hammered in and the bot... read more »

Although the arm shaped peninsula of Cape Cod is renowned as a summer paradise, an increasing number of people have started visiting the area during the 'off' season to enjoy the peace and tranquility. Most of the activities in Cape Cod are centered on the beach area where a number of festivals are celebrated throughout the year. The area is accessible via two bridges and has plenty in ... read more »

What is there not to get about President Obama's Health care Reform? I, for one, just don't get why there is so much opposition to something that makes total sense to me. I listen to stories about the many citizens including me who are struggling to find affordable healthcare, often times finding none and living on the prayer that illness stays away. And, the fact remains has it has f... read more »

If you're looking for a place to visit, take my advice and go to Costa Rica. It's a trip of a lifetime, and each moment you spend in this vibrant place will bring more excitement and enchantment in your life than you could ever hope to expect from any one place. Costa Rica is truly a vacation experience not to be missed. From the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea, there is so much ... read more »

When you think of visiting New York City, you think of Time Square, Central Park and other unique places that are familiar tourist draws. There is another fabulous place to check out that is certainly worth a place on your 'must see' list and that is Governor's Island. You can get to Governor's Island by taking a quick ferry ride from Wall Street or Battery Bark to the Isl... read more »

Parents with a child are facing a financial dilemma if college is in the future plans. The sooner you get started saving, the less devastating the reality of what tuitions are these days will be. Hopefully, your child is young and you have years to plan, because putting a way a spare dollar here and there each week can add up to a hefty some by the time your child is college bound. There a... read more »