The ubiquitous nature of the Mexican blanket has left many people wondering just where did this iconic symbol of Mexico get its start. Legend has it that the Mexican blankets, known as serape (sometimes spelled Sarape) has its beginnings back in the days of the Aztecs, when they used bright colored cloth, stained from berries…
DetailsWhen people think of cleaning their carpets and furniture, they often consider whether they should have Scotch Guard applied as well. Stain protection for your furniture and carpets is a wise decision, however most people have a misconception about stain protection products. Let me explain the mechanics of the product for all of those people…
DetailsLet’s look at Forbo Colored Cork, it is widely used as a tack or bulletin board in our schools and in our homes, they claim No VOC’s. . . why then does it smell so bad? First, what is VOC? (Volatile Organic Compounds) are organic chemicals that have a high vapor pressure at ordinary, room-temperature…
DetailsWhether you are a home owner or an apartment dweller, there are few occurrences that are quite as unsettling as having an intruder in your home. Even if that intruder is of the 4 legged, long pink tailed variety rather than of the human variety, it is a very upsetting thing. If you have ever…
DetailsA leaky mask can spoil a dive. It's a real pain to have to spend most of your dive clearing a mask instead of taking in the underwater surroundings. This can be particularly annoying for new divers and if your mask clearing skills are not up-to-par, a leak can even be a bit frightening. Do…
DetailsNot a week goes by when I am not approached by a non-profit organization and asked for a donation. Some charitable organizations do it with cold calling, some with selling candy. Some 501c3s offer the most ridiculous items and they are instantly dismissed. Some have great ideas at a reasonable price. Some are WAY off…
DetailsWhen buying a multi-family building as an investment property, closing costs can add up to a large amount, and thus should be calculated with careful attention since the investor needs to estimate if he has enough funds for the down payment and the closing costs prior to closing the deal. It is also important to…
DetailsOver the past several decades, divers mostly used what’s now referred to as paddle fins. They have a flat flexible blade that provides thrust and mobility for a scuba diver. Recently, another type of fin shape has made an appearance, and it’s shaped like a fish’s tail with a split down the center. While fish…
DetailsSymbols are used to explain a certain set of principles, rules, preferences, and as for the flag, identification. So it has nothing to do with just randomly choosing objects without having any underlying meaning. The six symbols of Jamaica ALL have individual meanings and as such I am very excited to give some insights as…
DetailsSending anonymous fax messages over the Internet to anyone in the world is possible and there are service providers who will help you do it and you need not have to use a fax machine. Many people use anonymous sending of emails and/or fax messages to their opponents in a revengeful mood to settle scores.…
DetailsLet’s take a look at some common flow plans for food preparation that you’ll discover inside the kitchen. The most basic, and most desirable, flow plan is the straight line, also known as the assembly-line flow. Materials move steadily from 1 procedure to another in a straight line. This type of style minimizes backtracking; it…
DetailsLAN(s) or Local Area Networks are the small-sized sets of connections to which various users of home and office computers primarily connect. LAN networks facilitate the sharing of printers, drives and files at the same time regulating interchange to and from the internet. Despite the fact that “Wi-Fi” connections are becoming so prevalent, the utilization…
DetailsFor many people who want to fix credit rating, It would be ideal to have a 700 credit score but if your FICA scores are lower than you may need to make some adjustments to the way you’ve been doing things. A low report affects your ability to get a mortgage, buy a car, apply…
DetailsThere are numerous bathroom basin styles and designs available on the market today, ranging from traditional pedestal basins right through to contemporary and sleek inset basins. However, one often biggest trends of the market today is the semi recessed basin, which has continued to gain popularity around the world. Although all basin designs and styles…
DetailsIn California there are oral sex classes where the learning process is taking place with the help of plums and candy. In England there is a school where a young girl is acting as a practice material. That would be great to attend one of those schools, but for those of us who are not…
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