Month: August 2010

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Gettysburg

The civil war was one of the best and worst of times for our country. After going through the division, our country became stronger than ever before. Though it’s been many years since the war has been over, it seems that some battles will still rage on. One in particular is the fight over a planned casino that will be close to the sacred grounds where so many Americans died.

Supporters of the new casino say that it will bring much needed jobs to the area. It will also provide needed taxes and draw tourists to the area. Despite these benefits, many believe that building a casino so close to the park will cheapen the sacrifice that thousands of Americans made to their country. I guess the people of Pennsylvania will have to decide what they want.

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Easy living

One thing that can be tricky for every man is shopping for a woman. I always dread when my wife or daughter has a birthday coming up. Trying to figure out what to get them always seems hard for me. Luckily, through the years I have gained a lot of experience in this area and am becoming a lot better at the game. I found a pretty good site online called shopwiki.co.uk that helps me find the right gift.

One thing I am always sure that women want is clothes. It seems that they can never have enough. That’s why I use the site to find the best deals and values for women’s clothing. This is a place where you can find everything from the latest Women’s Fashion Trends to Party Outfits for Women. The next step is just deciding what they would like the best.

Since both my wife and daughter will soon be having birthdays, I started my search a little early. I wanted to be prepared for the occasion and not have to do any last minute shopping. I’ve always found it easier to buy Women’s Complete Outfits rather than try to match up the separate pieces. I’m glad I found this site as it has helped me on a number of occasions. Anything that makes my life easier is always a plus.

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Miner’s Hell

Deep below the surface of the earth, 33 men are trapped in a Chilean copper mine. The men have been trapped since august 5 when a landslide blocked their exit back to the earth’s surface. There are plans to build an escape tunnel for the men, but the effort will be time consuming.

The men have been reached by a small hole in which a camera has been lowered. They are also being fed through the hole and ventilation is being provided. Family members have high hopes for their rescue. It will be nice to see the miners return to their loved ones.

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The constitution

There has been a lot of debate lately over the constitution of the United States. Some people want to make changes to it and some want it left alone. I am of the opinion that the constitution is a living document. I believe that if the people vote to change it, it should be changed.

Not only should the people be able to add amendments, they should be able to strike down the ones we don’t like. Some worry that this will harm our country, but I believe it will only strengthen it!

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Careers

It seems to me that there are two major portions to our lives. School is one and work is the other. Getting through school can be tough and this is happening to my daughter as she is struggling with one subject in particular. While she excels in reading and writing, math seems to give her a lot of trouble. We have been working to fix the problem by using the internet as a source of help.

One method we have been developing is utilizing online tutors. They can teach things that are as simple as How to divide. By taking advantage of a service like this, my daughter has become more familiar with math and is doing much better in that subject. Online tutors are available at her schedule and the cost is very low for the service she receives.

Now that my daughter has become more proficient in math, she is starting to move ahead of her class. She has been working on Pre Algebra and has even successfully done some of the simpler Algebra equations. I am proud of the work she has put in and expect her to continue to gain confidence in this difficult subject. It’s good to know that she will be able to rely on this type of service as she finishes her scholastic career.

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Eggs and Us

The recent recall of millions of eggs due to salmonella has the nation concerned. There have been over 1300 reported cases across the country. Experts predict that there will be more to come. The eggs have been linked to two Iowa farms. That is where the egg shells developed the bacteria.

Investigators have been checking into the background of these two farms and have found they have violated many rules in the past. They are also linked together as they use the same supplier for feed and chickens. I hope they will be able to find the problem and provide us with food that is safe.

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My friend next door

I have a neighbor who just moved in next door. I gave him a hand moving in and we hit it off pretty good. I like him a lot and have been helping him when I can. We have a lot of similar interest. One thing he wanted to know was what the best TV provider he could get was. I told him about a site called www.localtv-satellite.com. I knew that it was here where he would find the information he needed to make the right choice.

I have been a user of cable TV for many years. I was basically happy with it until HD came out. I found that watching movies and sports in HD was much better. That’s why I decided to quit cable and go to satellite. They have many more channels in HD than anyone else. I also like local channels. I know that local tv satellite can provide for all my local channel needs.

My neighbor was thankful for the advice. He went to localtv-satellite.com and found what he was looking for. I knew that he would enjoy having the same great TV watching experience as I have. I also knew that he would save a lot of money by going this route. It’s a great feeling when you can help a neighbor!

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Turtles in the Gulf

In the aftermath of the giant oil spill disaster, there appears to be some good news. Today, 22 oiled sea turtles were released back into the wild. On the coast of Cedar Key Florida, the turtles were given a second chance to survive. They were captured and cleaned before their return to their natural waters.

While the turtles seem to be doing well, there are still questions as to their long term health. That will be a difficult question to answer as it is nearly impossible to monitor the turtles after their release. All we can do is hope they will be ok.

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Getting Away

Once in awhile it’s good to get away. The hustle and bustle of everyday life can be a burden. I work everyday and the stress can really bring me down. That’s why I have been dreaming of taking a vacation. The only problem I had with that was wondering where to go. I went on the internet to see what choices I had and this is what I found out. I found a site called http://www.horizonmyrtlebeach.com. This site had the answer to my problem.

After reviewing the site, I discovered all the Myrtle Beach best hotels. I didn’t know that one hotel stood out from all the rest. The location of the hotel is almost perfect and the service there is incredible. I know I would have a great time when I visited this place. It was everything I could ask for.

When I am ready to take a break from work, I want to be somewhere that makes me forget about all my problems. I know that going to a Myrtle Beach hotel would do the trick. The location and proximity to the beach make all the difference. I am looking forward to taking my vacation at this resort. I hope I will see some of my friends there as well.

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Warming

In the news recently were the giant wildfires that tore through Russia destroying fields and homes. Some in Russia believe that the fires are the result of global warming. This opinion is held by the Russian weather advisor Alexander Bedritsky. He believes that this and other events around the world prove that the world’s weather is heating up.

The recent fires in Russia have caused the government to take a new look at the climate change issue. I hope that Russia as well as the many developing nations will review their policies on greenhouse gases and come to a new agreement to fix the problem.