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A certified registered nurse anesthetist, or CRNA, is a highly trained registered nurse specializing in preparing anesthesia equipment and administering anesthetics for surgical procedures. A nurse anesthetist documents the drugs and techniques used and the patient’s reaction. Annual median income for certified nurse anesthetists varies in different regions of the U.S. and according to size…

Stop! Don’t throw that plastic bag into the garbage. You see them everywhere. They impact the environment and endanger wildlife. Protect the earth, our home, and the life on it.You probably thought of clever ways to reuse bags. How many of these tips have you tried?Garbage Use for stinky, or dirt spreading, garbage. Immediately put…

I’ve been in business for just over 3 months now and I’ve already made a whopping mistake! No market research. Well that’s not strictly true. I’ve already been ‘running’ the business for a year with friends and associates as ‘clients’ so I’m not exactly ‘unaware’ of my market but I was fortunate to get a…

I’ve done it to my husband but would never do it to my son. I don’t hide vegetables at dinner. I cook them gently and parade them out, touting their virtues to anyone who will listen (who, as it turns out, is my son!). Every magazine I pick up with recipes has clever tricks on…

Children and adolescents with ADHD can have more frequent and even severe harm and injuries than their friends without ADHD. According to research, children and adolescents with ADHD are considerably more likely to be in harm or got injured in certain common areas such as while riding a bicycle, crossing pedestrians, to receive head and…

Spearmint is better used on ailments of small children because it has a milder action. It has similar qualities to peppermint but it is milder which is why it is better to use on children. It does however, have a stronger diaphoretic and diuretic than peppermint. Over all it is very similar to peppermint with…

If you have school age kids, you no doubt have witnessed first hand the amount of stress that standardized tests create. Most kids are well aware of the lowest score they can get on these tests in order to avoid negative consequences. The consequences vary by location and school district, but they may include having…

By Kyle Hague and Krista Meyer All of Earth’s football players were combined into one team, after the Cleveland Brown Rockets beat every team thirty-five years in a row, and Intergalactic sporting events became popular with Earth people. One of the most popular teams, and winners of the previous Superbowl, twenty-two years in a row,…

The most recent events at the Penn State University have prompted numerous informal discussions on how well child molesters survive inside prisons and co-exist among the other prisoners. The fact is although their difficulties are somewhat exaggerated, they don’t cope or function very well inside prison unless they are segregated and in protective custody. In…

Since I received my iPhone as a birthday present, I have been downloading apps daily. In all, I’ve downloaded over 200 applications to my phone, and I’ve created a folder with my 5 favorite applications that I use most often. This is a list of those applications: 5. Angry Birds I assume you’ve heard of…

March is considered by many to be Irish Heritage month. With the yearly celebration of St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th, leagues of citizens of Irish descent will celebrate St. Patrick’s feast day, while wearing green and declaring their Celtic pride. While Ireland isn’t necessarily known for its food, it is certainly known for its…

Historical re-enactments, ren faires, and living history experiences are all the range right now. Increasingly people are marrying in what they think is historically correct medieval and renaissance clothing. Yet fantasy dominates so called “medieval” and “renaissance” gown options to the point where it is hard to trust what you see on the web. Most…

“Mommy!” “Just a minute.” I called out from the shower. I turned off the water, stepped out of the shower, and grabbed a towel. I walked across the bathroom, unlocked the door and opened it, expecting to see one of my daughters standing there. Nobody was there. Okay, it must be one of my girls,…

Infants often undergo a hearing screen before they go home from the hospital nursery. Although this is common in many states in the United States, hearing loss can develop later in life, possibly due to frequent ear infections or other illness, head injury or exposure to loud music. On average though, only half of children…

COMMENTARY | Herman Cain’s 999 plan is the Beast, an upside-down version of the Number of the Beast. Or Cain himself is the Beast. Or maybe his plan is a vehicle for the advent of the coming of the Beast, which would make Cain the devil’s henchman. At least that seemed to be what Rep….

Jeep enthusiasts and those who love to drive off-road will be relieved to find a reliable online auto parts store where they can find everything that they need for their vehicle. Why waste time running around town looking for auto supplies that your local shops may not carry? Auto parts are easy to find online…

How could it happen that Lori Berenson, a highly intelligent woman, stellar student, daughter of two prominent New York City professors, has become a terrorist, convicted by two courts in a faraway country? This 42-year-old former New Yorker was freed in 2010 from a Peruvian prison after serving 15 years of her 20-year sentence for…

In the arid climate of Ancient Egypt, perfumes were highly regarded by all. Egyptians even created a god that dealt exclusively with them, a god they called Nefertem. Nefertem was called “the lord of the nose” and in hieroglypths was pictured with a lotus blossom hovering over his head. The lotus blossom itself was so…

Since its first appearance in The New Yorker on June 28, 1948, Shirley Jackson’s short story, “The Lottery,” has become somewhat of a literary phenomenon. Over the years, the story has been “anthologized, dramatized, televised, and even [. . .] made into a ballet” (“On the Morning” 227). Much of the story’s popularity is owed…

Travelers wondering whether it’s safe to visit Japan this fall may get different answers depending on who they ask. Since the meltdown at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant in March, there has been continuing radiation leakage and differential risk assessment. These resources may help the traveler decide whether or not to plan a trip to…

Consumers enjoy a certain level of protection that business bank accounts do not, and it’s called “Regulation E.” Here is Regulation E in black and white: “ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFERS (REGULATION E) Limitations on amount of liability. A consumer’s liability for an unauthorized electronic fund transfer or a series of related unauthorized transfers shall be determined…

It was my privilege to speak to a congregation of my religion on the topic of service and of doing good amongst our fellowmen. My so doing was an act of service. I would like to share part of what I spoke on — “When I choose to do something for a fellow man I…

October 2nd, just outside of Washington DC: With the coming of autumn and the corresponding drop in temperature, new energy is found. Deep within ancient instincts, the end of summer triggers an awareness of impending scarcity, and those of us who feel it get moving. If there is work to be done, money to be…

A fierce war took place in the early 1990s, and it pitted one segment of society against each other: you were either Nintendo or Sega. There were no crossovers; there was no dissension. The 16-bit console war was the most intense the industry has ever seen, and as a result, the best era of video…

From grizzly bears to yellow-bellied marmots, Yellowstone National Park is home to a diverse collection of wildlife. Seeing vast herds of bison roaming in the park’s central valley is the highlight of any trip. About the American Bison Bison habitat used to stretch from Canada to Mexico, and from what is now eastern Oregon all…

We all have a dominant hand. Did you know we have a dominant side of our brain that is used? This article can help you determine if you are right or left-brained. What does it mean to be right-brained? This means that the right side of your brain is your dominant side. Usually this is…

Often, when I tell people that I teach Art History, they react either with enthusiasm about their favorite artist or with a groan and the story of their brain-numbing experience with an art history instructor who cycled through ancient slides in a darkened lecture hall and gave dreaded memorization-based tests. In my classes, I have…

Thursday, February 9, 2012 was the official start of Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. With designers showing from early morning until the evening, the day was chock full of fashion. Shows from Nicholas K, Honor and Richard Chai displayed a return to dark hues for fall. BCBGMAXAZRIA was fond of continuing the colorblocking trend from…

Living debt free means saving up for things, it means making sacrifices and resisting impulse purchases. It means planning for the bigger purchases and making sure that you are using your money for the things that matter most to you and your family. People often look at credit as an easy way to get the…

As any fan of the Giants has come to realize, it is hard for the team to hide any mistakes that are made in the free-agent market. The team has imposed a $130 million dollar budget on itself that has enraged some of its fanbase. I am one of the few that understand that the…

The jury for the North American Car of the Year and North American Truck of the Year announced the six finalists that will be competing for the 2012 edition of the awards. During an Automotive Press Association event that took place last week in Detroit, the awards committee announced that the Hyundai Elantra, Ford Focus…

The 2011 AMA Awards belonged to the gals; both Taylor Swift and Adele took home three awards each and Katy Perry earned a special award for being the first woman to have five #1 singles come from a single album. And all in all, on November 20, the hottest artists in music-at least for this…

I remember that day ten years ago. I had just begun to get back on my feet after a devastating injury and a divorce which had taken my livelihood and joy. At the time, I was driving a cab in Houston, just beginning to get a financial foothold. Houston itself isn’t known for being a…

They say that your best friend is usually your true love. That’s exactly how the story of One Day begins. Bookworm and aspiring writer Emma (Hathaway) and cocky womanizer Dexter (Sturgess) meet on the night of their graduation in Scotland. Due to Emma’s nerves and moral compass nothing happens, but there’s a definite connection between…

Recently, President Barack Obama has been critical of Republicans and opponents of abortion. He has accused them of trying to “turn back the clock” and “prevent millions of women from getting basic health care that they desperately need”. Further, he says they are “stirring up fights over a woman’s right to make her own health…

Many tweens live in areas where there is abundant candy given out at Halloween. Making these clever candy necklaces is a fun way for tweens who love candy to be creative as well. It’s quick and easy and tweens will love the idea of making their own jewelry and better yet, it’s edible! So go…

Finding an apartment in Paris can be admittedly overwhelming, but being sure of what you want can help limit your search and make the hunt more manageable. Below are five things to look for when renting an apartment in Paris. 1. Furnished vs. Unfurnished When starting an apartment hunt, be sure to determine whether you…

Casual day, unfortunately, has different meanings for different people. Though it is a day that companies typically allow employees to loosen up their ties and sport more relaxed attire, it is not a day to roll out of bed and show up to work looking like a complete bum. I have witnessed many casual day…

The air was moist as the southerly breeze carried with it a salty flavor of the ocean’s water as it made it inland where this family condor made its home. Their home, high up in the mountains of the Pinnacles National Monument Park is a special protected area that is made up of the volcanic…

Is the raw food diet a fad? The jury’s out, but the study results are rolling in, so it may not be out for long. The meal plan comprises completely uncooked fruits, vegetables and nuts with almost no meat. The raw foodists’ goal is to eat food as unaltered as possible, and if they do…

Smallville It is so hard to choose my favorite TV program, as there are so many choices. Even after weighing the odds, I have to say that Smallville takes the prize! Who doesn’t love a show about someone trying to save the world? I dearly miss however, the earlier days of its programming with the…

The bells are rolling… we already can hear the jingle bells coming from the distance as the months roll by quickly. Everyone is eager and excited for the big celebrations ahead. For some families this is the only time in the year they all get to see every member of their family all present at…

Why don’t we ever do what guarantees results? Let’s guarantee employment and growth. To lower costs and make existing systems more efficient and solvent, there are many sensible solutions – like means-testing entitlement programs and raising taxes on whatever we seek to discourage. But this article is not about such measures. The time has come…

Do you believe in Ghosts? The Bible clearly states that man is destined to live once and then die. His spirit rest until judgment. He, man, can not return to earth. Once man dies, his spirit leaves earth, goes on a journey and then rest in the bosom of Abraham until his judgment. Man cannot…

Perhaps it’s the lackluster economy. Maybe it’s the utter disappointment about the staggering incompetence of our elected representatives in Washington D.C. Whatever the reason, I just can’t help but notice people seem to be generally less upbeat these days. Nowhere is this more evident than a public library on a Tuesday afternoon. Last week I…

Fish oil has been more widely used in the last 10 years as a natural way to lower blood pressure and increase heart health. Known as ‘marine Omega-3’ fatty acids, fish oil is a great way to get this essential fatty acid (which the body cannot naturally produce on its own) into the body for…

One indicator that can help you determine your Oscar picks is to pay attention to other awards shows. Each awards season, ceremonies like the Screen Actors Guild Awards, the Golden Globes, The British Academy of Film and Television Awards (BAFTA’s), and critics’ circle awards can help your prediction system. Gambling911.com, which says the Oscars are…

I love to take photographs. I remember that one of my favorite photographs was of a cyclist in Lake Charles. The face was not showing because it was obscured by a smudge on the car’s window. However, the rest of the photograph popped out and captured the daily life of some people in Lake Charles…

It is never too late in the year to consider the appearance of your home. In fact, as the holidays approach the curb appeal of your home may be more important than during other months. Because many of us entertain more during the holidays than at any other time during the year, we need to…

If you live up North and are anything like me, Spring is the time of year you come alive again. Another thing that also returns to life are our Spring flowers. Here are some ideas for flowers that look staggeringly gorgeous in your yard when they blossom each Spring. Azaleas. Hugely popular in Japan, Azaleas…

It was recently reported that Will & Grace co-star Sean Hayes, who won an Emmy in 2000 as Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his work on the show, will be headlining a new sitcom for NBC. This will be his first TV starring vehicle since Will & Grace ended in 2006. Since…

If you’ve been in the weight lifting and strength game long you’ve undoubtedly tried to manipulate your diet in order to see faster results. Whether your goal is to add some muscle mass, or put 50 pounds onto your deadlift, modifying your diet is a mandatory requirement in order to achieve these goals. The trouble…

Maybe if she stretched her arms far enough she could touch the sun. That tiny ball of light filtered through her fingers and onto her plump face, almost blinding. Her eyes were lines as she tried to see through that light, but she was smiling. “If I could touch the sun,” she said, “could I…

September 9, 2011- Leon County The fire that started in the Concord-Robbins area on Sunday is at 100% containment and 75% extinguished, and mandatory evacuations have been lifted. Officials estimate that 5,000 acres and at least 20 homes and other structures have been destroyed. There was a scare Wednesday, when another separate fire broke out…

Finally the day comes and you are going to move to a new house. Either you are getting married or moving to a new city or just bought the house of your dreams and will finally settle in it. Many reasons but only one fact, you are moving and there are a million things on…

This is a Floresslah quest guide to help new players get through the level 17 quests for Kelloare city. After reaching level 17 you will need to head south east to the ancient ruins, you will see the anguish Sijelroah walking around near that area. When you reach the ruins you will need to talk…

From King Fu tacos to tikka masala burritos, food trucks in San Francisco push the envelope in the food on wheels business. It’s serious in this town and the competition is fierce. But no worries, you won’t go hungry–just follow the various online tips to fill your belly with a variety of cuisines from all…

Fly Eagles Fly: preview of the Philadelphia Eagles 2011-2012 season The Philadelphia Eagles are poised to have a great season. During the offseason, they have signed numerous free agents that will give them some solid firepower to an already talented team. This is different from years past as they would normally stockpile draft picks and…

The summer days have come and gone. Crimson are the leaves now falling, romance and revenge as one. A cool breeze of intrigue and suspense is now stirring, and new chapters are unfolding. Our characters have returned home, fan favorites, and on the whispers of their footsteps arrives groundbreaking television shows with promise and depth…

A tryst with law can be a difficult and frustrating experience, which can leave you bereft of energy as well as resources. Any country will have its own unique laws to maintain its integrity and protect its national interests. Immigration law, for instance can be decisive in granting any individual a status that makes him…

In the beginning of our US Constitution we have the Bill of Rights. These are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution that limits what our government can and can not do in order to protect our civil liberties. One such civil liberty is the freedom of religion which is protected by the Bill of…

As a parent of a preschooler, I’ve noticed that three and four-year-olds have quite a bit of personality. While everyone leans towards a more extroverted or introverted nature, I’ve observed several types of preschool personalities. The Negotiator My daughter is definitely a negotiator. If you tell her she can watch a TV program, she’ll automatically…

Like many public school teachers and teaching assistants, in 2010, my job ended quite unceremoniously one day during a lunch break. I was an ESL resource teacher at a public school in Virginia, and I had just come back from a marvelous spring break in the Caribbean, the first such vacation I’d ever taken in…

If you are a divorced parent with shared custody, the holiday season is probably extra stressful. One parent will spend part or all of the holiday away from the children, which can induce feelings of resentment and guilt. While it is a difficult situation, managing divorce and custody splits during the holidays can be done…

When I first sat down in Anatomy and Physiology, my brain freaked out. I was sitting there with this huge book, there were notes all over the white board and the instructor had a smirk on his face. My first thought was that this class is going to eat me alive. That was not the…

My fiancee and I got engaged August of 2011. We had been together for fourteen months and my family had already accepted him as one of their own. He chose to ask me the important question on an important weekend when most of my mom’s family would be in town. Everybody was excited and couldn’t…

“Belfast ambulance with medic 700 you have an unresponsive male, at 1234 Dispar Lane. Patient is not breathing. CPR not in progress.” In the world of Emergency Medical Service, these dispatches are disheartening. The volunteers of Belfast Ambulance and the medics on the ALS Flycar known as Medic 700 are some of the top rural…

The City of New York simply has it all. There’s the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station and Times Square. New York is a world-class destination and largest city in the country also has some of the most familiar parks. The following are the five best parks in New York City….

Potassium is a much needed mineral in the body and can become too low or too high. Hypokalemia is when the body has its potassium levels too low. Too low potassium gives symptoms of weakness, gastrointestinal issues, confusion and nausea. Most people get enough of the mineral through potassium rich foods in their diet. Melons…

Every baby is a blessing, and twins are twice the blessing, however, with twins, comes higher risks for both the mother and children. One specific health condition, known as twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome, is specific to only multiple gestations. What is twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome? Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome results from the transfer of blood from one twin,…

Growing up in South Boston, St Patrick’s Day was the biggest day of the year. In some ways, it was bigger than Christmas. Tommy Kelly’s father would pile the lot of them into the station wagon for a trip to Mass. They’d spend the rest of the day at Grandma’s. She lived on Bolton Street,…

When challenged as a writer to relay dramatic information, I usually ignore that type of work. After all, I do sports and financial articles and occasionally funny (I think) poems. I leave the mind-altering and emotional topics for writers who are professionally trained. However, it’s a new year. Perhaps I should open up. I should…

With the rustic charm that the quaint town of Nashville, Indiana contains, it is no surprise that there are many antique shops located within the city limits. Whether you are looking for antique furniture, décor, or even clothing, you are bound to find something that you will fall in love with in Nashville, besides the…

Consequently the alleged misconduct of Bishop Long builds onto a larger question from the Apostle Paul when he spoke to the Corinthian church, “Dare any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unjust, and not before the saints? Do ye not know that the saints shall judge the world? and…

Hundreds of Christmas trees catch fire each year. That’s why safety advocates like the Consumer Product Safety Commission advise consumers who decorate with live Christmas trees to choose fresh ones and keep them moist. But finding a fresh Christmas tree is trickier than you may think. Here’s what you need to know: Christmas Tree Lot…

I have taught middle school reading for nearly 20 years in inner city schools and loved nearly every day! I am one of those people who wakes up and thinks to myself, “Alright, another day with students and another opportunity to have a positive influence and change lives!” While there is a small percentage of…

The episode opens with Toya standing on a bridge. In his hand are some gold coins. He looks extremely heartbroken and states that it doesn’t matter how much money he has, it’s not worth anything without “her.” He drops the money in the water, and walks away. The scene shifts to the village where Toya…

Last week’s picks: 14-2 Season total: 24-8 Lock of the Week: 2-0 (Texans, Lions) After a pretty clear-cut week 2, week 3 of the NFL season features a lot of games that are up in the air. A rematch of last year’s NFC Championship game (Packers vs. Bears) is the best game on the schedule….

In the never-ending pursuit of earning money online, one of the latest trends seems to be search engine evaluation. What is search engine evaluation? It’s basically like quality control for the Internet. You use a search engine like Google to look for specific topics, keywords, images, etc… then you rate and review the results. What’s…

There are many things that a dog can and cannot eat. What is most important for a dog owner to know are the things a dog cannot eat. Feeding a dog products it is not suppose to eat can cause severe consequences. Dogs should never be fed chocolate, Tylenol, ibuprofen or Advil. Dogs should not…

Geoffrey Chaucer is considered to be the greatest English poet of the middle ages and he is also my favorite poet. While I appreciate all forms of poetry, I rarely read poems for entertainment. Even though Chaucer wrote in verse, most of his masterpieces read like a novel. Chaucer was also master of satire which…

We’ll review what worked, what didn’t and expected changes in 2012. What worked Mauro Rosales: The Argentinean midfielder signed a contract in March of 2011. Rosales promptly made his mark by setting a club record of 13 assist before suffering a knee injury before the start of the postseason. In my view, he is the…

Recently I read an article about a Reality Star advocating if you cheat once don’t tell. Is this personal philosophy, a simple cop out? Isn’t cheating, whether once, twice or a thousand times still cheating? Whatever happened to personal commitment in relationships that includes integrity, honesty and respect for the relationship and each other? Once…

The cold weather brings us indoors. If you have kids, you know that good indoor activities are needed to conquer boredom. A way to spend some quality time is to engage in crafting. Both kids and adults can explore their creativity and have fun at the same time. Great projects can be made by using…

There are so many problems in the world that you can be left feeling utterly overwhelmed and helpless. But wait! There just happens to be several organizations that are dedicated to changing these problems, run mostly by volunteers. These organizations are always strapped for cash. That’s where you can come in. But how do you…

This week, the board of UNESCO admited Palestine to their aid programs as a ‘state’. This move has triggered a cut-off of more than $84 million in the US’ annual contributions to the UN, including $65 million that was to go to UNESCO. It is also expected to trigger Israel to take actions in ‘retaliation’….

“The Late Show With David Letterman” sizzled when movie star Scarlett Johannson sat down with the funny man this week. She was funny, frank and absolutely stunning. Scarlett Johansson has had an interesting multi-dimensional reputation in Hollywood, a town that typically thrives on stereotypes. Her chosen projects have been a study in contrasts. Although she…

COMMENTATOR | Michael Kinsley, a liberal commentator, has made a very odd suggestion about New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. Kinsley believes that Christie is just too fat to be president of the United States, a sentiment he freely suggests is un-liberal. He is wrong on both counts. First of all, Kinsley’s attitude about Christie’s weight…

San Diego, California has always been a city that revolved around the sea. The beaches are perpetually populated with sunbathers, beachcombers, surfers and other water sport enthusiasts. Man-made Shelter Island and Harbor Island host marinas full of tall masts of sailing vessels and gleaming power yachts. On weekends, the bay is crowded with boats cruising…

I was eating a turkey supper with my family when my little brother climbed up onto the table and kicked me in the face. “What was that for?” I asked. “Cuz you pop my balloon.” I like balloons. Balloons are shiny. I like the red ones the best. I reach into the bag and grab…