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TreeHugger.com

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I remember a group in the early 90’s when all these environment-save-the-earth movements were taking shape.  The Tree Huggers of America, was and still is a cornerstone movement championing the preservation of forests, of nature.  Oh those warm feelings when I heard about this movement.  Made me hug a tree too! 🙂

Anyway, I’ve recently come across what seems to be a branch of the tree-hugging concept.  TreeHugger.com is fast becoming a central resource of everything about saving the natural resources of the planet.  I was a little impressed at how the site is active with posts and participation from around the world.  It seems so riddled with advertisements though.  If you can wade yourself through the ad gunk, the site may have something really important to say to you.  It somehow feels like the commercial version of the Tree Huggers of America website. 🙂

Check out the Un-Tree Hugger section. That’s original and really very interesting.

Paws and Fur

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Dog lovers know the benefit of having one around, they are very good listeners who never answer back(except for the occasional bark that is). Kids love them and want to have them and who wouldn’t want to have one of these cute and cuddly balls of fur in their home? Well, those who haven’t had them in the past for sure. Many a horror stories have been written and heard swaying them from having dogs in their home. From rabies to ticks and fleas, not to mention the cost of rearing them(properly!) is like raising a child with may ups and downs.

Raising puppies would be your best chances of having a loyal and well behaved dog by your side. The saying, it’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks is quite true for they tend to carry their past experiences and trauma with them. Though many would swear the error in this adage of these words, won’t argue for what matters is the dog’s welfare as well as your safety. Having a dog guide to follow might be the best way of having a pet you can love and cuddle for all its life. They generally live up to 15 years, all filled with love, laughter and fun that ends in sorrow when they do leave us showing that we did love them even if the realization was a tad bit too late.

Breeds… So Many Breeds!

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dogsDogs have graced the surface of the earth since time immemorial, when man domesticated them for their abilities. Acting as guard dogs or companions they have evolved into the many kinds we enjoy today. From small bundles of joy to their adult lives, they manage to do their part in human life where they have managed to save time and time again.
Many a dog breeds have been specifically tailored to suit our many needs, from shepherding sheep, play companions for the kids and adult alike and even guarding our homes, they do so with gusto and unfaltering loyalty. With the several breeds it is hard to imagine that they started out as wild animals tamed and domesticated into furry balls of fun. The best way to see their distinct differences is through dog pictures that shows the outside traits as well as beauty of these small yet extremely intelligent pets. Dogs have been loved in the past and continue to be loved today, and we can be sure that they’ll be loved in the many years to come.

Women Are “Safer” Drivers

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We already probably know this, but for the sake of putting things on the record, let’s take a look at a recent study conducted by Quality Planning. This is a group that works with car insurance companies. What they do is to check on the information of policy holders.

So what did they find out? The study basically says that men are more likely to throw caution to the wind when on the road, as compared to women. In order to come up with the results, the group took a look at various factors including citations for DUI, reckless driving, seatbelt violations, speeding, and not following basic traffic signs such as yield.

The numbers are quite clear. In ALL of the cases, men had a higher violation count than women. Naturally, this is not to say that ALL men are worse drivers than ALL women. I can name more women than I can count with my fingers who are arguably more dangerous on the road than some men. Then again, numbers do not really lie, do they?

What does this mean for us average joes who have to get insurance? If you’re a woman like me, lucky you! The numbers are on our side, and we’ll probably get better deals when it comes to car insurance. As for the male of the species, be prepared to deal with tough insurance agents who may give you a hard time with your policy. If you’re a good driver who follows all the rules, though, you shouldn’t have anything to worry about – your squeaky clean record should speak for itself.

For the women: The next time a man disses your driving, point them to this article!

Photo courtesy of http://www.thedctraveler.com/

Hmm….Which to choose….which to choose?

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confusedHave a kid who’s going to college but hasn’t decided which course to take or where to go? For you, its hoping that they pick the right course and college or else waste time and money on transfers. For them, they have to realize that they’ll be going there for the next couple of years of their lives as they pursue the tools for a career.
No worry though, for there are tons of resources available through the internet that can help both you and your child choose the best courses and colleges to go to. Many schools have their own web sites as part of their online campaign but searching for them one by one is kinda’ like looking for a needle in a haystack. It also becomes confusing for the truth is, most offer the same courses and have the same facilities so college tips are a must for the best choice. Get to see the college’s profile before you even leave your home for a visit saving you time and money.