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Aging Pets Need TLC
When we adopt a cute little puppy or kitten, we generally are not thinking that at some point that puppy or kitten is going to become a senior citizen and require special care and pampering. But, the fact is dogs and cats have a much shorter life span than their human companions.
By Linda Paul7 years ago in Petlife
'Small Town Murder': The True Crime Comedy Podcast Phenomenon
The Premise Murder can't be funny, can it? These two a**holes disagree and prove that a horrible story can be told with wit and levity whilst still respecting the victims. The comedy flows from the surreal madness of tiny towns, bungling police forces and most of all EVIL MURDERERS who deserve to be taken down a peg or nine.
By Matt Richards7 years ago in Criminal
Best Tips for Quarterbacks
While every member of a football team is vital to its success, quarterbacks have a uniquely important role in the offensive lineup. They control where the ball goes and are thusly the focus of just about every opposing player. If you are a new quarterback, there are a few things you need to know if you want to serve your team as best as possible. Here are ten important tips for quarterbacks who want to be successful in the game of football.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Restaurant Cookbooks to Help You Bring Flavor Home with You
There isn't a foodie alive who hasn't dreamed of being a famous chef at one point or another. Most of us, though, don't have the passion or skill it takes to be a world-class chef. So, instead of trying to serve up French cuisine on our own, we go to restaurants.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Feast
Potty Training
Being a first time mother is an amazing experience. My fiancé and I had our daughter fresh out of college and had minimal income coming in with my fiancé only working. Yes, we received tons of diapers from our baby shower, but that only lasted for two months after she was born. We were so happy when our daughter stopped drinking formula, which she seemed to just run through within a few days each week. The next major expense to get rid of was diapers. We started potty training a few months after my daughter's second birthday. By the time she was two and a half old, she was fully potty trained and in underwear. Here are some steps that we used that I hope will help you out.
By Heyy Bam7 years ago in Families
Photography Project Ideas: Car Window
In This Article Photographers who inspired this idea Equipment you’ll need Best type of location to take your photos Optimum camera settings Composition of your image Editing your pictures using Lightroom and Photoshop Examples of my photos
By Becky Street7 years ago in Photography
10 Signs You're Dating a Red Piller
Once in a blue moon, people will see a philosophy that is so toxic, it's incompatible with having healthy relationships. It's rare, but it happens. Sadly, it also happens with increasing frequency now that most people get their love and life advice from the internet.
By Sasha Konikovo7 years ago in Viva
What Is 'The Phantom Edit'? Part 1: A Brief Backstory
Next year Star Wars: The Phantom Menace celebrates its 20th anniversary. As that milestone approaches, discussions have increased about The Phantom Edit. Younger (and newer) fans may be aware of this unauthorized edit, but not know the details surrounding its creation. An essential understanding of the context of the time, as well as the intentions of the editor, is needed as the world once again is talking about Jar Jar Binks. This article is the first part of a three-part series.
By Kathy Bugajsky7 years ago in Futurism
The Ultimate Concert Guide
I may only be 15, but I consider myself quite the avid concert go-er. I've been to about 14 concerts (although I probably left out one or two), and a variety of venues; whether it's a stadium, an amphitheater, or a smaller indoor venue I've seen it all.
By Sarah Rush7 years ago in Beat
Three Signs He May Be Cheating
Are you in a relationship and something just doesn't seem right? You aren't sure what it is. You don't want to seem paranoid or clingy but you just can't help wondering. Maybe it is just because men and women are so different. If you suspect something like cheating is going on in your relationship the best thing to do is ask.
By John Doe7 years ago in Humans
How to Heal
What happens when everything in your life seems to be going great, and then in the blink of an eye, you lose everything. And I truly mean, everything. Your entire world is turned upside down and shaken so thoroughly it will never be the same.
By River Garman7 years ago in Psyche
10 Reasons a Student in College Is Too Busy for a Job
There once was a time when I read an article on ten questions someone had for students who were "too busy" for a job while in college. It is linked below if you'd like to read this article first!
By M.G. Sprinkle7 years ago in Education
10 Wedding-Related Signs Your Marriage Will Not Last
I'm a true believer that a wedding can tell you volumes about a couple. It can tell you who their biggest friends are, what they value, the type of lifestyle they'll have together, and also their socioeconomic status. It also can be a great indicator of whether a marriage will last.
By Sasha Konikovo7 years ago in Marriage
Television Shows You May Have Never Heard Of, but Need to See
Dear Vocal Readers, Oh, television. Where would we be without it? It's rare for me to go a day without at least turning my TV on, and I bet a lot of you are in the same boat. We all know those extremely popular and praised shows like Game of Thrones or Breaking Bad. However, there are so many programs out there that it is near impossible to see every good one. I am here today to tell you all some shows that have gone under the radar, but would pleasantly surprise you if you gave them a chance!
By Kacie7 years ago in Geeks
My Wife Was a Ghost Whisperer and Her Story Is Amazing, Yet Terrifying
My wife to this day can communicate with the dead. As a child, her abilities were stronger than ever. This is her story. Before getting started, we shut off most of the lights to set the mood. The house we were staying at was quiet. I got my son to sleep and went back into the living room. Samantha and I took a deep breath and for the first time in our relationship, I asked her from start to finish what happened with her spiritual gifts as a child.
By Israel Petty7 years ago in Horror
10 Lifehacks Every Salesperson Should Know
Working in sales is a special type of brutal. It's the kind of brutality that has people insulting you to your face, working against you while you're trying to make ends meet, and also where you find yourself being forced to keep a smile on your face for no apparent reason.
By Riley Raul Reese7 years ago in Lifehack
Top Porn Parodies of All Time
Like sex? Like to laugh? Then porn parodies might be for you. As the name suggests, these are porned-up remakes of TV shows, movies, books and comic books. And they're quite popular today.
By Art7 years ago in Filthy
So Far, So Good
One time, I was told to line up. Our ties were removed by absent hands with long, bored fingers and inspected... then, we washed dirty steel liars
By Thomas Owens7 years ago in Poets
The Lexicon of Street Culture
As the bad-boy of fashion is increasingly co-opted by the luxury market, it’s perhaps important to remind ourselves of streetwear's roots, intrinsic values, and the man whom many say started the whole thing in the first place—Shawn Stussy.
By Jason J7 years ago in Styled
A Knapp-tastic Time
Ever wonder about the life of the man known as the "Serial Strangler?" Or maybe, you haven't heard of him at all. This man's legacy is not taught in all schools, if any, but is very intriguing none the less. So, whether you just want some research material, knowledge, or something to pass the time by, enjoy this tale I have offered you; a tale that begins and ends with a man named Alfred Knapp.
By Keri Gordon7 years ago in Criminal