Lincoln: A Great Place to Relocate to
by Patricia Orrin, Pat. Despite the apparently isolated location of Lincoln, Nebraska, it is one of the most happening places. Away from the hectic activity and madding crowds on the east and west coasts, the city promises a bright future. It is certainly a place worth...

The Famous Mouse in Orlando
by Patrick Jafrey, Pat. Orlando, Florida is one of the top destinations for a family vacation, its main attraction being the series of parks dedicated to the world?s most famous mouse and all his friends. Florida is famous for the fabulous Disney theme parks and water...

Boredom Impossible in Memphis
by Priscilla Rozee, Pri. Seldom are vacation spots built for both elders and kids. It is more likely that the vacation spot either tends to cater to kids or to adults alone; never to both. Some may go to the extent of providing options but such options have rarely satisfied...

POND LINERS: The Hole Story
by Douglas Hoover, Dou. Sometimes I get calls from people who have purchased a new home with an old pond that has a big problem. The number one complaint is that it won't hold water; second is the water is green; third is that the rock work is ugly ? an eyesore!At that...

History Of Grapevines
by Patrick Malcolm, Pat. The first documentation of grapevines growing in the Americas was discovered in researching the logbook of navigator Giovanni de Verazzano, who reported in 1504 that a large "white grape" was vigorously growing at Cape Fear, North Carolina. The...

Pond Liners: Seven Reasons Why I Don't Use Them
by Douglas Hoover, Dou. 1. Liners will eventually leak. Manufacturers have varying warranties, ranging from 10 to 30 years, with a 75-year life expectancy. In reality, it will definitely last as long as the guarantee claims as long as you leave it in the box, and store it...

Koi Pond: Finding a Contractor - 18 Important things to know
by Douglas Hoover, Dou. Because there is such a wide range of information to be learned on this topic and so much technical information out there, you may decide to seek professional assistance to complete part or all of the water features.1. Remember: asking friends or...

The Charm of Minnesota lies in its Natural Beauty
by Laura Durso, Lau. It?s true that Minnesota is not the place many people would like to call home. It turns extremely cold in the winter due to its location on the northern edge of the continental United States. No wonder, the geographically large state of Minnesota...

The Houston Space Center
by Wayne Gunnstone, Way. The Houston Space Center is the best place for space exploration, especially if you have kids who are budding astronauts or just interested in space, science, or American History. A visit to this legendary landmark is an absolute must if you happen...

Boston, Massachusetts: Family Fun Destination
by Todd Roeloss, Tod. If you planning a family vacation, consider Boston, Massachusetts; it will be more than just fun and entertainment for the family; you will take a trip back in time in American History and the patriot in you will come alive. This classic...

Koi Pond: Biological Filters
by Douglas Hoover, Dou. Contrary to common belief, biological filters do not process or filter the solid waste of fish in your koi pond. They continue to build up and putrefy, creating a breeding ground for harmful species of heterotrophic bacteria which are pathogenic to...

Visit Spain On A Small Budget
by Florence Northcroft, Flo. When it comes to European travel, many individuals feel left out because of the high price tag associated with international travel. This is a common myth is that Spain is only for those willing to throw down some serious cash. The truth could not...

Koi Pond: Digital Masterpieces- Virtual Water Features Part I
by Douglas Hoover, Dou. One of the most challenging aspects of designing ponds and waterfalls is trying to convey my ideas to my client. Coming up with award-winning pond designs or implementing them using adequate skills and experience is not a problem.My challenge is...

Pond Design: Digital Masterpieces- Virtual Water Features Part II
by Douglas Hoover, Dou. TRICKS I'VE LEARNED In creating a pond design digitally, you first need a digital photo of the area (5 Mega pixels min.) Next load it into your digital imaging program. Now you are ready. Many graphic or photo software programs such as PhotoShop and...

Getting Baby To Sleep Through The Night
by , . If you follow some simple rules, getting baby to sleep through the night can be achieved painlessly and quicker than if you just put her to bed and hope for the best. New born babies sleep a lot and feed a lot! Any mother can tell you that! If you...

Surviving the Super Bowl
by Karen Fusco, Kar. Ah, the Super Bowl. That cold day in January when nearly every husband and boyfriend in America is glued to the tube ? and the couch. Though you may have negotiated time off from football during the season, this is the one day of the year no fan...

Try These Scrabble House Rules
by Emma Snow, Emm. Any family with a Scrabble tradition has doubtless developed their own set of house rules, particularly if that household includes children requiring modifications. House rules can make play more interesting and lively, place an emphasis on learning...

The Water Heater Industry and Anode Rods: It Saves Money To Be Inform..
by John Haynes, Joh. Each commercial manufacturer of water heaters puts in their own amount of anodes inside a water heater. The amount is usually based on warranty duration, hence the more anodes in a water heater, the longer the warranty the manufacturer will provide....

History Of Apple Trees
by Patrick Malcolm, Pat. Apple trees were the most popularly grown fruit tree in colonial America and practically every settlement farm and backyard gardener planted this easily grown fruit tree, or easier, the seed of the apple could be planted to establish a permanent...

Maryland Trails are a Hidden National Treasure
by Lana Coom, Lan. Ask just about anyone what they know about Maryland and you should not be surprised to get a blank stare in return. At most, you might find some rather astute people that are aware that Maryland is one of the states that was used to create...

FDR?s Tennessee Valley Authority
by Grace Pallin, Gra. President Franklin Roosevelt set the Tennessee Valley Authority was into action on May 18, 1933. This was part of a set of programs known as the New Deal that attempted to lift the country out of a devastating Depression. It sought to provide much...

The First Flight in North Carolina
by Fleur Paipa, Fle. The ?Tarheel State? of North Carolina has an unusual boast. The state is home to the very first airplane flight, made on the sandy hills of the tiny town of Kitty Hawk on the chain of Barrier Islands known as the Outer Banks. Brothers Orville and...

News Over Breakfast Makes Man Sick
by Johnny Jenkins, Joh. Sam is recently divorced. He has a 5 year old daughter named Jeanne. His girlfried of 3 months is named Gina. Sam was awarded custody of Jeanne. The court decided that his exwife could no longer handle the responsibility of raising a child. She had...

Choosing the Engagement Ring that's Right for You
by Brian Welsch, Bri. Contrary to popular thought and memory, engagement rings, especially diamond rings, are not an "age old" tradition; it is a fairly new preference that was propelled by some very clever marketing about 150 years ago. Fortunately for the jewelry...

Dog Care - Fighting Fleas
by Michelle Johnson, Mic. Fighting Fleas can be very frustrating. They multiply very quickly and if not caught early enough they will infest your dog and your home. Once infested it is not easy to get rid of them. If your dog is constantly stratching himself that is a sure...