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Diamonds – The Most Expensive of Twelve Beautiful Birthstones
A birthstone represents each month. Of the twelve gems, diamonds are by far the most popular and the most expensive. Why is this the case?
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Scams – Are You Sure They Could Never Fool You?
Scams are common these days. However, scammers can only scam you with your cooperation. You are not to blame, but you do leave yourself vulnerable.
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Generation – Two Different Meanings Not to Be Confused
We traditionally associate the word generation with family structure. For example, grandparents, parents, and children are three generations.
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Laughter – A Powerful Reaction For Good Or Evil
Laughter can be an appropriate reaction in many situations. However, it can also be inappropriate and hurtful to others. Know the difference!
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Redheads -What’s Special About This 2% of the Population
Have you noticed that redheads are different? Well, they are in so many ways. I don't usually promote the idea of stereotypes, but . . .
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Bears – Big and Scary But Not to Children
Bears are one of the most ferocious animals in the world. So how did they become the quintessential children's cuddly toy at bedtime?
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Country Mouse – Missed Opportunities And Employment Is Scarce
For the country mouse, life is dying all across the prairies. Giant conglomerates are taking over the family farms and creating vast mega-farms.
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Cowboys – Their Adventures in the TV “Wild West”
Shows about cowboys were most common on North American TV in the 1960s and 70s. The vast majority of these shows were American productions for the apparent reason that they were portrayals, realistic or not, of the American Wild West. Some of the actors in these westerns went on to even greater things in television and the movies. Unfortunately, most, if not all of them, have passed away, but their names and performances still live in reruns. So, let’s look at TV cowboys and the stars who played them. Here are some of my favourites. Pioneers in the Cowboy Business A few of these cowboy shows were already successful radio shows with established…
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Paper Usage – Past, Present, and into the Future
Everyone uses paper every day in some form or another. You might be surprised at the many ways paper or the lack of affects your day-to-day life.
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I’m the Famous Dr. Seuss, You Silly Goose
Dr. Seuss was one of the most famous and controversial writers of children's books ever. Was he racist, and if so, would the children even know?
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