Month: February 2010

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SeaWorld

Yesterday’s tragic death of a trainer at SeaWorld has led to some very different views. The death of trainer Dawn Brancheau at the hands of a killer whale was tragic indeed. She was mauled by the whale and forced under water where she drowned to death by an animal she loved. Feeling on both sides of the issue are strong.

Some believe that the animal should be destroyed. This is not the first incident with this particular whale and some wonder if this animal is a “Bad Egg”. Others believe that the whale should be released back into the wild and released from confinement. Whatever feelings you may have on the issue would be interesting to hear. I hope you will express your feelings with me!

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Integrity

The economy is still recovering and many people are unsure how to invest the money they have. Being as that I am one of those people, I have been looking for ways to diversify my own portfolio. I heard about a way to protect my money when the market goes bad and that is to buy gold coins. I know that gold can bring a good return on my money when times are tough.

The funny thing about gold is that it comes in many forms. Gold coins are the usual way and there are many types. I know that investors have their favorites and one of the best is the st gaudens gold coin. It was named after a famous sculptor who created the design. The coin is as beautiful as the day it was created and has a timeless quality.

Gold has been a great investment for man since time began. Throughout the ages, it has held its place as a standard of excellence. That’s why I feel good about having a stake in IRA Gold as a way to maintain my money’s integrity. It’s good to know that I have a stake in something that will keep its value in the worst of times. I think investing in gold has been one of my best ideas yet!

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Long Haul

I have heard of people doing amazing things in order to keep a job they like, but this one takes the cake. Michael Hanley lives in Wisconsin, but he works in Kansas. His General Motors job was moved and he felt it was necessary to go the extra mile to keep the job he had. He now drives 530 miles every weekend in order to visit his home and children.

It’s another 530 miles back to work and the trip can be heart wrenching. Leaving his wife and kids behind has got to be hard for anyone. Keeping his health insurance was a major factor in his decision to keep the job he had. It’s a shame that one man has to go so far to keep his family fed.

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Superman

It is sometimes very interesting how much people will pay for rare items. One example of this came this week when an unidentified man paid a record one million dollars for a No 1 Action Comic book featuring Superman on the cover. The magazine is from 1938 and cost 10 cents when it was new.

The seller of the magazine has also remained anonymous. The sale took place on an auction site called ComicConnect.com. The book was worth so much because its condition was rated an 8. That means “Very Fine”. The previous record for a comic book sale was $317,000.

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I’m Good!

Every once in awhile, I’m really good; what I mean is that sometimes I can solve a problem for somebody else when they really need it. I was able to help my nephew who was struggling at school. He was coming home needing Math answers for his math class and there was no one who could help him. It was lucky that I found out about the problem as I knew the perfect solution.

It can be difficult to get into a good college these days. You have to have the required amount of good grades to get accepted. If your grades are slipping in just one area, you may be denied a spot at your favorite college. That’s why it was important that my nephew receive Precalculus help in order to make the grade. I knew of a great website that could offer a solution.

The site is called tutorvista.com and they offer help in many subjects. One of the subjects they specialize in happens to be Calculus help. It can all be done online at your convenience. I also like that it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg to pay for it. My nephew has been working with the tutors on the site and has raised his knowledge of math to a much higher level. It’s good when a plan comes together and another problem is solved!

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The Boy King

For 3,300 years, the boy king laid in his tomb surrounded by numerous jewels and artifacts. A golden funeral mask adorned his head and he laid in peace. In 1922 his tomb was discovered and he is now famous. King Tutankhamen (King tut) is known throughout the world. The mysteries that surround him are slowly being unraveled.

The cause of his death has long been speculated upon. Some say he was murdered, some maintained that he died of natural causes. The truth has now been revealed. A team of scientists have used DNA testing and CT scans to reveal the true cause of his death. The boy king seems to have died from a broken leg that was exacerbated by malaria. I hope he will soon be laid back to rest!

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No 2

A team consisting of Pakistani and CIA operatives have worked together to execute the capture of the number 2 leader of the Afghan Taliban. Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar was arrested in Karachi recently. This is considered to be a cause of celebration for U.S. forces and Afghan’s alike.

Baradar is now in custody and is believed to be co operating with security teams. Baradar is a long standing member of the Taliban and was in charge of its day to day running. Officials hope this will help disrupt the Taliban organization and keep other leaders on their toes. I think that every thing we can do toward that cause will help us win the fight for the hearts and minds of the Afghani people.

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Using time wisely

There are many ways to spend your time. You can do the usual household items like cleaning or cooking, or things you need to get done for work. There are other times when you need to do something for yourself. I was thinking that I really wanted to take my family on a getaway in order to relax and renew. Whenever this thought gets into my head, I usually look toward a Myrtle Beach Accommodation to be the place where I can achieve this goal.

I am somewhat familiar with this area and I know a little about its attractions. When we consider the many Myrtle Beach Accommodations, this has to be one of the best. They have everything you can think of as far as service and location. They have outdoor areas where you can relax and the beach is only a short walk away. I especially enjoy their pool area that is very nice.

Another aspect that we have to consider is the surrounding area. I like golf and that is convenient because there are many courses in the area. Anytime I stay in a Myrtle Beach Hotel, I know I’ll be in for a great day of hitting the links! I know that all the time my family and I spend on vacation will be precious, that’s why picking the correct spot is important. I feel satisfied that my decision is a good one and I’ll see you there!

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More funny tricks

It seems that all my life I have been subjected to some phone company’s tricks. For years, they would send a bill that was so complicated with fees and charges; no one could make sense of it. Now that they are required to explain their charges, they have switched tactics. Nowadays they are trying to force a service on you that you may or may not want.

Verizon Wireless is the first company that is starting this practice. When you buy a non smartphone, they are Requiring that you subscribe to a data plan. I think these phone carriers should be ashamed at themselves for forcing people to pay more just to use their phone. I hope some legislation is forthcoming!

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Tearing down strongholds

In Afghanistan, the U.S. military is on the move. The pentagon has confirmed that it plans to attack the town of Marjah that is known to be a Taliban stronghold. While details of the impending attack have been kept secret, the word about it is out. Top military officials say they plan to drive out the Taliban and regain control of the town for the afghan government.

One problem that the U.S. forces have is that the town is surrounded by landmines and IEDs. This has slowed the effort to surround the town and deploy forces. Despite the trouble, Marines are confident that they will succeed in taking the town. I wish them all Godspeed.