How to throw a huge Project x party?

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Jean

I live in a rural area and have a lot of land. Im 16. I'm far away from neighbors. I have about 7 acres. I consulted my mom and she approved. I want to throw a huge party with at least 300 people. I am pretty sure I'd be okay with law enforcement on the count of no noise complaints from neighbors being far away. There might be some underage drinking so I was thinking to have a form minors have to sign in order to drink so they couldn't get back at me for that. I was thinking to hire a dj. Have a huge area for camping. A bonfire. A few security guards. A bunch of water balloons and a slip and slide because I don't own a pool. Have the house only be open for restroom reasons and indoor activities like dancing games and karaoke (living room mainly). Lock all bedrooms. People clock their belongings in their tents, cars, or the bedrooms s their safe. If anyone wanted to fight someone I'd have my security break it up. No firearms or weapons of any sort will be allowed. Have a bunch of decorations like balloons and what not. Maybe have a live bnd play. My side yard will be designated for parking and I'd have a parking director outside. All food and beverages will be on the back deck on a party table. I want to make sure I have things set and ready for the most worse cases. Does this sound good to you guys? Should I think about more things? Any ideas? Just want to have a party that will sky rocket my reputation. I'm going to a vocational school and I'll invite people from there and from my home school and they can bring people. There will be no destroying of property and that will result in discharge of the party. Im sure with that many people, thre will be someone who will bring illegal drugs (I personally don't do anything, but I won't stop them.) people will not be permitted to leave if they are too drunk or tired to drive, they will be forced to camp or have someone pick them up. All valuables will be locked and stored away properly. My moms boyfriend is a firefighter and could help if they party is out of control or the bonfire gets out of hand. People will be notified what the boundary of the propery is and there will be posted signs. The animals will be kept inside away from guests. There might possibly be two fires since the yard is rather large nd there will be a lot of people. I'm hiking a normal fire up front and a bigger fire out back. There will be trash cans everywhere (though people usually throw stuff on the ground) but for easier clean up. I'm sure people will be hooking up, they can do whatever thy want in their tnts, that's not my business. There will beva olleyball net set up for people to play some games if they want. Food and beverages will be provided. People will be notified that there could be drinking. Neighbors will be notified that there could be some noise since I'm far away but close enough to see their houses. There may be fireworks. I just want to make sure this is a party they won't forget. Thanks for your response.

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This sounds AMAZING! I'm so jealous! Here's a few tips:

1) If you plan on 300 people, only invite 250. When people realise you're having such a huge party, they'll tell their friends and also bring people along with them!

2) Get twice as much food and drink as you think you'll need! If I was you I wouldn't supply alcohol for anyone apart from you and your close friends because if your mom gets charged with 300 counts of supplying alcohol to minors I can guarantee you'll never be allowed another party.

3) Be prepared for gatecrashers. People that force their way into parties aren't known for being polite, so get ready for foul language and possibly violence. I'd let your security know the second you see someone you don't want in your home.

4) When it's time for the fireworks, make sure there's no drunk people fumbling about with matches and explosives. Also, it's cool that your mom's boyfriend is a fireman because it would be a good idea to have him in charge of lighting the fireworks and making sure the bonfires stay under control.

5) Have a well-stocked First Aid kit in reach, because with such a big party, fights and accidents are bound to happen!

Most importantly, have fun! I've thrown a few parties, but at my first I was a nervous wreck! I was constantly running about checking that people were enjoying themselves that I forgot to enjoy it myself.

How should I decorate for my son's sleepover?

Sunnydaze9

Son is having his 7th Birthday and instead of a party we are doing a sleepover for all his friends. What type of decorations should I do. Should I still decorate like a birthday party? I was thinking of just getting a few ballons and decorate the cake table. What do you all think? Any help is appreciated.

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I agree with the answer from "constant..." Put away anything that may break in the case of an ad-hoc pillow fight.
Boys are more concerned about the food than the decorations. If you want to decorate, concentrate on the table where the cake and food will be.
Camouflage is a good theme. Fun boy colors - green, black, and gray! You can bend this to the Military, GI Joe, Camping, Hunting, on and on.
It can also easily blend into the whole sleeping bag thing.

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I'm in need for some ideas for a good outdoor (poolside, beach) wedding concept. Anyone have an idea?

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Friends of us are planning to get married next summer. They are thinking of an outdoor wedding (poolside, beach) and are in need for some ideas for a good outdoor wedding concept.
Anyone have an idea?

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You already have the concept: water/beach/pool side.

If by the pool:

I would suggest floating gardenias or other flowers in the pool
Floating ice sculptures in the pool
Petals on the fountain

If by the beach

-Adirondack chairs
-Mini Adirondack chair or life guard towers to hold the table numbers

My wedding was a beach wedding and we had shells as place holders with the name sprinted on a capiz shell. They were displayed on a wood boat with sand and mini-star fishes and an Italian mini-lace umbrella. here is the picture of it:

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I designed our menu cards and also attached a capiz shell on it, everyone oohh--ahh on those. Here is the pic

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I wanted to keep it tropical, so my bouquet was made of orchids. Here is a picture of my bouquet

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For my wedding cake, I wanted a "beach" feeling, but wanted to steer clear from the old and tired graham crackers "sand" and fondant shells, so we got a Belgian chocolate cigarellos cake with fresh orchids on top:

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My colors were navy blue, sand beige and gold.. to keep it along with the beach concept.

I hope that helps.

Good luck

What do you call the umbrellas that they have at the beach and sometimes at pools.?

Ryan

Also, what is that type of furniture, like those tables that house the umbrellas called?

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They would be identified as beach umbrellas, beach chairs, and beach tables.

If you were to ask about those they are called "beach furniture." because that is what it is and where it is used.

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What's a good place to buy a tv stand or tv table?

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ansrplz

I just got a new Sony Bravia 55 inch tv. The thing is unless its elevated it looks kinda small but the screen is technically big. Are there good trustworthy online sites to buy tv stands from. I want a nice modern looking, sleek, perferabbly pianio black glossy finish stand (so it matches the tv and decor nicely). It also has to be able to accomodate a blue-ray player, a verizion fios hd box, and a ps3.

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This site is reliable and have huge selection.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FTV-Stands-Turntables-Accessories%2Fb%3Fie%3DUTF8%26node%3D13820221%26ref%255F%3Damb%255Flink%255F6864222%255F2&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

Where can I buy colored astroturf, preferably black colored, size 10W X 17L feet?

Ryan Rudin

I live in downtown Houston, and am making a game room kind of in the garage. I called around to lows, home depot, couple carpet stores, and they sell astroturf but its only in green. So my pool table has a black felt on it so black would look the best. You think it would be easy to find online but it's not, thanks!

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Hi, You could try rubber flooring or else garage flooring tiles http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=garage%20flooring%20tiles&tag=recommended0b-20&index=garden&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325 Hope this helps.

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Where can I buy a wood patio swing with canopy and side tables?

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Prof

I have a wood patio swing with a metal "A" frame that has a canopy and built in side tables, unfortunately the wood has cracked after 10 years of use. I'd love to replace it with a high quality contemporary model but haven't been able to find a stylish replacement. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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Check here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fsite-directory%2F&tag=funjok-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325
You will find what you like!
Good luck!

What are some things to find on a scavenger hunt while camping?

ayomollyyy

My friends and I are camping, and we want something to do tonight. What are some things we could find in a campground? I need a reallly big list.

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First you must attend a scavenger hunter safety course and pass the test. Next you must apply for a scavenger hunter license. After that you have to pick which zone your going to scavenger hunt in and apply singly or with a group and purchase your scavenger tags. Use caution when picking which zone as some are in a no lead bullets zone and may have other weapons issues. Once all that is completed you can go scavenger hunting. Now if you have successfully taken your permitted quota of scavenger be sure to attache your scavenger tags to the scavenger in the field, next you need to arrange with the DFG inspection of any scavengers and submit the lower jaw before sending them off for processing and freezing. When self processing in the field be sure to bury any gut piles and skin your scavenger quickly to reduce meat spoilage. Trophy class scavengers will be at least 6ft 280lbs or better for males and 5ft 130lbs for females, antlers are a plus as these would be considered freaks of nature and could be posted on popular magazine web sites like outdoor life. Any way lots of different hunting techniques are out there such as Bow, Black powder Rifle, Primitive weapons. A few folks have used Turkey calls and had a lot of success. It's best to scout out preseason and find where scavengers are herding at, set out some decoys sitting around a table, at or near these hang outs and hunt them from tree blinds as scavengers never look up. Some other popular calls that work are opening beer cans, yelling "Pizza Delivery" or "free beer" any way good luck?

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where can i find those cheap little plastic tables for kids?

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Christina

When I was a child my parents got me a little table from like a .99 cents (and more) store. I cant seem to find them at any stores these days.

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Amazon.

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Does any one know where I could purchase a Thomas The Train set and table?

Sacmen

Where can I purchase a Thomas The Train set and table that is already built with the tracks stapel or glue to the table?

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You can buy a Thomas The Train set and table at
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=Thomas%20The%20Train%20table&tag=search0d8-20&index=toys-and-games&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325
Good luck!

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is it feasible to live in a camper van all the time? what about being a bit clever about it? could it work?

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groovyweir

Basically folks im having some ideas recently and i thought id put this stuff up here where the whole world can join in on this subject. Its all about living in a camper van and firstly let me say i dont mean a VW camper, too small, too unreliable i cant see it happening.

What im talking about here is a nice minibus conversion, like say an Iveco or an LDV minibus or something like that (anyone from abroad they are UK vehicles you'll find them on Ebay to see what i mean.)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=ldv+minibus&_sacat=9800&_odkw=iveco+minibus&_sop=1&_osacat=9800

These have space in them which i think cant be underestimated - i think you'd go mad cooped up all the time.

I wouldn't be filling all the available space with various cupboards and cabinets like i see everyone else doing, leaving a narrow passage in the centre to move about. id prefer carpeted floor, lots of cusions or bean bags, a folding camping table, something like this to cook with :

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Azura-3400w-Electric-Induction-Twin-Portable-Cooker-/110965627047?pt=UK_Home_Garden_Kitchen_Ovens_Hobs_Cookers&hash=item19d61118a7

not a whole bloody oven and a whole unit to fill up the van with it, ive used these things in studios etc. before and they are more than fine. I dont see the point in creating a kitchen in the back of the camper, kind of goes against the idea of it i think.

Anyway il continue- so we have a single quite large storage chest with all the stuff inside it, lockable. blacked windows, curtains, nice warm thick carpets, insulation- maybe carpet the walls eh? theres no rules on this stuff- whatever works i think.

So, id have my camper, i can cook in there, sleep in there on a mattress or blow up bed or whatever. Have a camping battery so i can watch movies on my laptop at nights - imagine if you will, living in a small studio. what do you do in the evening? what would be so awfully different? you cook dinner, you sit down with a bottle of wine and a movie. then after you go to bed. Have a small fan heater to give you comfort. Same in the camper.

Now, heres where my clever idea could take this to the next level.
There are problems, security being one of course. Also where to park safely and comfortably at night. people and places get funny about that. What about power for charging your batteries?

well I was sitting and thinking about it and then it hit me - Why not rent a garage!? or a lock up or whatever? my god think of it- it could be ideal? you park in there, every night, rent one that has lights and electricity so you can charge up stuff, it would be warmer. you could sleep safe knowing that padlock cant be broken.
You can use it as storage too! Now the thing about these garages and stuff is that they rent for say 10 per week to what.......50? maximum? not even that!
So if you did all this right, you could pay 100 TOP a month for that privilege and cut out alot of the downsides of the whole idea. Imagine the insurance company when they hear its in a secure padlocked garage constantly? another saving!
Whats left? toilets and showering.
Well, imagine all the money you would save, imagine not paying the rent you are now and instead just a fraction. Id go swimming or working out at a leisure centre and shower there. Get healthy too! Toilet? well come on, adapt right? im sure you could arrange something, possibly utilizing the old water bottle rinsing technique used by our arabic pals hell i wouldnt mind. Or get real regular and go at work/at the gym.

I know this is all a bit odd but just consider it, could it work? i swear it could. Within months you could save up so much money, over a 1000 easy. Sure youd have to get used to it but as i said you would still be living your life. going to work, cleaning yourself, eating, relaxing. What would be so different?

If the garage owner spotted the electricity use a bit high then say your working on your van and stuff and hammer out some little deal.

So, what do you think folks of the world? do any of you do this currently? what about the garage idea? i cant be the only one who thought that. Any of you spend alot of time in campers now? tell me about it please.

I await your feedback and you yea, you can take the piss out of me or call me a dirty hobo whatever but this is a genuine post and question.

D

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It's not only possible, there is already a web community devoted to it.

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I am looking for the most reasonably priced destination in Europe for about a weeks vacation in Oct. 2008.?

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Squeak

My wife and I would LOVE to finally make it to Europe for our anniversary in 2008. Anybody have any reccomendations for a reasonable destination price wise? We would need RT air from Houston, TX and hotel, rail pass or rental car etc. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Ireland would be our top choice, but if there is something less expensive, we would certainly entertain that. Nothing is off the table for Russia to Spain. Thanks!

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For October a good destination would either be Italy or Spain. Still warm, but not hot and not so expensive.

As a general rule for prices in Europe north (Scandinavia)and west is more expensive than south and east. The cheapest countries are Ukraine, Romania and Albania. But if you went there I think you would be quite dissappointed, as the reason these countries are cheap is bc the people are poor.

Now I don't know how much time you have, but if you got 3 weeks I suggest spending 2 weeks in Spain and one week in Morrocco. You would fly into Madrid and rent a car. You could tour southern Spain (Granada, Toledo, Gibraltar) before dropping the car off and heading by train and ferry over to Morocco. Morocco is much cheaper than Spain and seeing the country could make you appreciate and understand Spanish and thus Mexican heritage better. (Plus you can say you've been to Africa.)

Alternatively you could go Italy. Railpasses are a waste of money in Italy, you should just buy point-to-point tickets it works out cheaper. You would need about 2 weeks to see the highlights.

For a shorter trip of one week, I suggest visiting Portugal, Andalusia (southern Spain) or Hungary. Hungary would be the cheapest. For Hungary you could fly into London or Frankfurt and then catch a budget flight to Budapest. You could make it a combined Budapest-Bratislava-Vienna trip, using train and boat to travel along the Danube.

Airfare from Houston should be in the 800 USD range per person. October is not high season, so it should not be too difficult to get a decent fare. For your stay you need to budget around 200 EUR per day for both of you if you stay at hotels and pensions and eat out. You could also look into renting either a campervan or taking camping gear (tent, sleeping bags) along with you. Staying at campsites (or hostels) is significantly cheaper than staying at hotels, it could reduce the cost of your trip by half.

Rental cars should be booked in a package with the flight through a travel agent. Good travel agencies can get you special "fly + drive" packages with significantly reduced rental fees for the car.

What's all the songs named in the movie Narnia?

lollipop34

No, not narnia 2 or 3. i want 2 find the video that has this dramatic sound. its a pretty happy song, kinda.

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Here is the soundtrack listings for The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

1. The Blitz, 1940 Harry Gregson-Williams 2:32 $0.99
2. Evacuating London Harry Gregson-Williams 3:38 $0.99
3. The Wardrobe Harry Gregson-Williams 2:54 $0.99
4. Lucy Meets Mr. Tumnus Harry Gregson-Williams 4:10 $0.99
5. A Narnia Lullaby Harry Gregson-Williams 1:12 $0.99
6. The White Witch Harry Gregson-Williams 5:30 $0.99
7. From Western Woods to Beaversdam Harry Gregson-Williams 3:34 $0.99
8. Father Christmas Harry Gregson-Williams 3:20 $0.99
9. To Aslan's Camp Harry Gregson-Williams 3:12 $0.99
10. Knighting Peter Harry Gregson-Williams 3:48 $0.99
11. The Stone Table Harry Gregson-Williams 8:06 $0.99
12. The Battle Harry Gregson-Williams 7:08 $0.99
13. Only The Beginning of The Adventure Harry Gregson-Williams 5:32 $0.99
14. Can't Take It In Imogen Heap 4:42 $0.99
15. Wunderkind Alanis Morissette 5:19 $0.99
16. Winter Light Tim Finn 4:13 $0.99
17. Where

And from Prince Caspian here's the listings:

Prince Caspian Flees Harry Gregson-Williams 4:33 $0.99
2. The Kings and Queens of Old Harry Gregson-Williams 3:26 $0.99
3. Journey to the How Harry Gregson-Williams 4:39 $0.99
4. Arrival at Aslan's How Harry Gregson-Williams 2:53 $0.99
5. Raid on the Castle Harry Gregson-Williams 7:00 $0.99
6. Miraz Crowned Harry Gregson-Williams 4:42 $0.99
7. Sorcery and Sudden Vengeance Harry Gregson-Williams 6:15 $0.99
8. The Duel Harry Gregson-Williams 5:51 $0.99
9. The Armies Assemble Harry Gregson-Williams 2:17 $0.99
10. Battle at Aslan's How Harry Gregson-Williams 5:14 $0.99
11. Return of the Lion Harry Gregson-Williams 4:10 $0.99
12. The Door in the Air Harry Gregson-Williams 7:50 $0.99
13. The Call Regina Spektor 3:07 Album Only
14. A Dance 'Round the Memory Tree Oren Lavie 3:38 $0.99
15. This Is Home Switchfoot 3:58 Album Only
16. Lucy

I got all of this from Amazon
Hope any of this helped, I didn't quite get your question.
Oh and btw you can hear samples of each one on amazon.com

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Is doing 145 pounds on a Smith machine the same as doing 145 pounds on an actual bench press?

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-N-

I know they are basically the same, but are they exactly the same. The smith machine has the sliding rack while the bench doesn't.

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Here are some outstanding tips for you to follow:

1. Set Goals
Simply saying you want to lose weight is not enough. Instead, set three specific short- and long-term goals that you'd like to achieve. For example, a short-term goal could be, "I want to go down two dress sizes by February 14th," while a long-term goal would be "I want to lose 15 lb of fat in six months."

2. Take a "Before" Picture
Take a picture of yourself in a bathing suit or sports bra and shorts. When you look at yourself every day in the mirror you tend not to notice changes in your body. Having a picture allows you to better see results and it's a great motivator.

3. Measure Your Progress
Donât just rely on the scale. Muscle weighs more than fat so you may not see a change on the scale but your clothes will feel different. Take your base measurements and then re-take them on a regular basis. You cannot measure your progress if you don't know where you started from.

4. Be a Joiner
Getting a gym membership is often not the best solution for getting in shape. Too many people buy a membership but then donât actually go on a regular basis because there's no structure, accountability or group support and personal trainers are costly. Instead, join a fitness boot camp, exercise class or other fitness program (try the Wish 20-Minute Shape-Up Club) where you'll have a set time and workout plan done for you. Bonus: You will learn proper form and technique, plus you'll meet people with similar goals that can give you support.

5. Flex Your Muscles
Donât just do cardio! Strength training is an essential part of any fitness routine. It will build your muscle and increase your bone density. Not to mention, for every pound of muscle you gain, you speed up your metabolism, which means you increase the rate at which you burn fat. We recommend strength training one to three times a week.

6. Start Your Day Off Right
Itâs easy to come up with excuses for why you canât work out when you're busy, so be sure to book exercise time in your calendar and donât double-book. We recommend working out first thing in the morning so that there are less excuses to get in the way of your goals.

7. Rest Up
Make sure you get 7-9 hours of deep sleep each night. Studies have shown that people who donât get enough sleep have a tendency to overeat and are more susceptible to weight gain. Also, be sure to give your muscles a break by taking at least one or two days off from exercising each week.

8. Reward Yourself Weekly
If you eat healthy all week, allow yourself a cheat day to eat whatever you want. Knowing that you donât have to completely deprive yourself of foods you love will keep you motivated.

9. Change Your Eating Habits
Instead of three big meals a day, opt for five or six smaller ones instead. Your body needs fuel every three to four hours, which also speeds up your metabolism so you are burning more calories throughout the day. Be sure to include protein (eggs, cottage cheese, chicken, fish), low glycemic carbs (brown rice, fruits, lentils, quinoa) and fibrous vegetables.

10. Eliminate Processed Sugars
Processed sugars are carbs that have been stripped of valuable nutrients. How can you identify these sugars? They are all white: table sugar, pasta, rice, and bread. Look for alternatives that provide a nutrition boost. Try honey in place of sugar and go for whole-wheat pasta, rice and bread.

Camping in NJ Pine Barrens for the first time?

Christine

My mom and I are going camping in Bass River State Forest in the New Jersey Pine Barrens for the first time. It's a public campground with showers, flush toilets, and a fire ring and we'll be sleeping in a tent. We're only staying for one night, but since i've never done this before I was wondering what to bring and if there are any other important tips to keep in mind.

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This time of year it is plenty hot enough not to require extra layers. Expect to sweat and try to wear synthetics that wick up moisture and dry quickly to stay cool. A change of underwear, a clean shirt and a fresh pair of socks and sock liners and a swimsuit should be all you need for spare clothes. Long sleeves/pants will help keep bugs off, but bring a pair of shorts to sleep in. Wear good hiking shoes or boots and don't forget thick socks with sock liners to help keep your feet cool and comfortable.

A basic sleeping bag and mat will be fine; you'll probably wind up sleeping on top of the bag in shorts and a t-shirt. A battery fan will be appreciated. Keep a clean campsite and do your cooking/eating away from your tent. Store all your food in your vehicle. Even with all this, raccoons will likely visit your campsite but will usually stay to the shadows away from people and the camp fire -- unless you have dropped scraps on the ground or haven't packed away your food. I have never seen or heard of bears being a problem in the pine barrens.

You will need a container to carry water from provided spigots to your site. The blue plastic ones sold at WalMart are fine. Check to see if your area has picnic tables, you might need to bring your own folding table and chairs. If you use the campground's picnic table, you'll want a plastic tablecloth or two (one for the table top, the other cut in half lengthwise for over the benches) and clips to keep them in place. Bring several kitchen-sized trash bags as you are required to pack out all your own trash. Bring your own stove and/or grill, or grate to put over the campfire, plus whatever cooking/eating containers and utensils you'll need. A lantern, flashlights and a small first aid kit are useful.

Get your supplies before setting-out from home or on your way, as supermarkets are quite far from the campgrounds. Use empty soda bottles filled 3/4 with water and frozen instead of bags of ice in your cooler: they last longer and don't leave your cooler full of water when they melt. Two coolers -- 1 for food and 1 for beverages -- are better than one. Remember: keep the food in your car to avoid animals. Note: alcoholic beverages are not permitted in state parks.

Bring your own dry/seasoned firewood. Chop kindling in advance or bring a hatchet. Cotton balls saturated in petroleum jelly make excellent tinder. Have a shovel and large bucket of water near the fire in case of accidents, and keep your tent far enough away that sparks and flying embers won't melt holes in the fabric. Camper courtesy is to clean-out the fire ring and leave a few sticks of firewood for the next camper (as well as completely cleaning-up all trash from your site before leaving).

Bring flip-flops or water shoes for the bathrooms, and obviously your own soap, shampoo and towel. Also, pull the cardboard tube out of 1/2 a roll of toilet paper, squash the paper flat and stick in a zip-lock bag. Carry the TP, a small hand trowel (shovel) and a second large zip-lock bag with you while hiking just in case the need suddenly strikes on the trail, or the bathrooms run out of TP.

Although you are not permitted to "swim" in any rivers or streams unless a lifeguard is present, you can legally wade in them to cool off. The water is stained a dark tea color due to tree sap and pig iron in the soil, but is actually quite clean (though should still be filtered, treated or boiled before drinking, except when drawn from a tap marked as drinking or potable water).

Biting flies, mosquitoes and other bugs will be in full force. Ticks are present year 'round. A cocktail of Avon's Skin So Soft and DEET will help keep them at bay. Wear a hat or a buff that's been treated with Permethrin to help keep bugs away from your face and sweat out of your eyes. And don't forget sun block and sunglasses. Leave make-up, hair products, etc at home -- the heat and humidity will cause these to run all over your face, making you look like Frankenstein, and the scent will attract bugs and animals.

When you stop at the ranger station to check-in, ask for any pamphlets, guides, maps to the area to plan your day's activities. Also get their phone numbers for emergency calls.

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What is daily life like in New Zealand?

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Sophia Mar

I am really interested in the idea of moving to New Zealand.I am wondering what daily life is like there?I am from Staten Island(New York City)so I am used to always having something to do.Will this be different in New Zealand?Will it be a big culture shock for me?Also,are American brands/items sold in New Zealand?

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I immigrated to Auckland from the States so I have experience with the change in culture. I grew up in Boston and then lived a couple years in DC so I can compare city life in the US to city-life here. I never experienced any culture-shock and I don't know of any Americans who did. It seems to be tougher for the British immigrants I know to adjust.

Moving from most parts of NYC to NZ would be a major change, but Staten Island is not that different in density and population from Auckland. Auckland has 1.4 million people spread out over a large area. It has all the stuff you'd find in the US to do. There are malls everywhere, movie theatres, clubs and pubs, nice cafes and restaurants etc. On the surface it will seem just like the US. But here are the biggest changes you'll probably begin to notice within a a few weeks of living here:

Malls and other shops close very early, like 5 or 6PM, even on a Saturday. There are no family chain restaurants like Uno's, Bertucci's etc. that you find all over in the US. Restaurants are very expensive, in fact food in general is much more expensive than in the US and the portions will be half the size. People don't dress up unless it is a special occassion. It is perfectly acceptable to be barefoot in public places. If you arrive in winter you might think the kids you see barefoot at the supermarket or mall on a cold rainy day are poor; they aren't. They all have shoes, they just don't wear them. Kids are allowed to go barefoot to elementary school and adults regularly walk around shoeless as well and this is not seen as redneck or strange at all. At most cafes and less fancy restaurants you are expected to order and pay up front first. Service is very slow by US standards but no one rushes you to move on and free up the table. You do not tip anyone in NZ, not waiters, not taxis.

As far as things to do goes, that won't be an issue. Kiwis do go to bed early and shut the shops early but there are plenty of evening activities. I go to pub quizzes a couple nights a week. Drinking during the work-week is much more acceptable here. Most work-places have friday night drinks often right in the office. I'm a teacher and still can't believe our staffroom here has a fridge dedicated to booze for friday afternoons.

Everyone in NZ gets 4-weeks paid holiday by law, so there is much more holiday culture. There are lots of beach-side camp-grounds with rows of little cabins where families go for a week or two every summer. Most of the city shuts down from late December to start of Feb while everyone takes a vacation. It's all part of the more laid-back way of life.

If you move to a rural NZ town there would be some serious culture shock I'm sure, but no different to the shock you'd have moving to a small town in upstate NY. Wellington supposedly has more culture than other cities in NZ but the weather there is awful. Honestly it makes Seattle look good. It does have a real San Fran vibe to it but it is much smaller than what your used to.

Women of GS what is your dream vacation?

Astro

Where would you love to go? If you've already been on your dream vacation where was it and what did you do?

Thank you for answering. :)
Emo man and White man I never read your comments, I always give them a thumbs down once I see your avatar (which is always the first thing I see), so don't even bother next time.

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Camping in New Zealand. I'm not normal a very active or outdoorsy person, but I guess that's why it'd be a novelty and an exciting trip. It seems like every time I see a visually stunning film, that's where it was shot (Lord of the Rings, Narnia, etc.). I just have to see it. Plus, NZ has no natural predators. No bears, coyotes, poisonous snakes/insects, etc. The most you'd have to worry about while camping would be birds nicking your cameras. All of those waterfalls, forests, mountains, volcanoes... I'd love to just put up a big tent and a clothesline, make a fire pit, set out a table, and just forget about the modern world for a good 2 weeks. Heaven.

Second best vacation: Christmas in St. Petersburg, Russia (which is actually on January 7th because of their Orthodox calendar, so you'd still get to be with your family for "real" Christmas). I've heard it's stunning. Cold lol, but stunning. And really, who doesn't want cold & snow on Christmas?

Third option (just for fun haha): historic tour of Washington, D.C. I'd love to see the Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, the Smithsonian Museums, the Lincoln Memorial, etc. And of course try out one of their many famous pubs ;)

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How to decorate for a backyard summer camp party?

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Q. My 3 year old daughter is having a camp theme party and want to decorate so you really feel like you are camping

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Make a large wooden sign at the entrance to the "Camp Site" and have other signs pointing the way to the toilets and showers, picnic area and wildlife trail.
Set the tents around a central seating area with the campfire as a centerpiece. Lay out low benches for sitting on or just use mats or planks of wood balanced on rocks.
Decorate the inside of the tents with streamers and balloons
Around the edges of the camp, erect some citronella torches. These will keep the bugs away and add to the camp atmosphere.
Place cuddly toys in the tress and bushes for the younger kids to discover or for the older kids, hang plastic bugs around the camp. Use glow in the dark bugs and stars which will be fun later on when it gets dark.
Hang multi colored Chinese lanterns around the garden. Some kids just can't help playing with candles so be careful where you place them.
Set up a food table and cover with green or camouflage cloth. Use plastic tableware or tin plates and cups. Provide bug stickers for each child to personalize his/her own plate and mug. It saves muddling them up.
You can also add:
Bug stickers and tattoes
T-shirts with the name of the camp and date of the birthday camping party

How are you supposed to clean billiard balls?

Two Dogs T

In the past I have used windex or something when I needed to clean them. The balls I have, came with my table and were made around 1970. I want to make sure I am taking care of them properly. A friend also suggested that I put them in the dishwasher.

Answer
Soap leaves residue!

There are a bunch of different devices and products suggested for cleaning and shining pool balls, especially the cue ball. To get a real shine, you are going to need some elbow grease and some hard buffing. Some companies sell billiard ball polishers, and they run about $50 dollars. There are some industrial ball cleaners that run upwards of $500.

There is a product made specially for this, called "Tiger Ball Cleaner/Polisher".

I just clean them on occasion with Windex, and it worked pretty well, but never use abrasive cleaners on them. I've also heard of people using dish soap too, saying that it works better on billiard balls than regular soap, but you risk leaving residue.
You can also try a vibrating rock polisher. ($110)
Canada

Gary,
Billiards Forum Owner, Administrator, and Webmaster
http://www.billiardsforum.info/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=573

Tiger Ball Cleaner/Polisher: $9.95 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OWP23O?ie=UTF8&tag=ipodvideosour-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000OWP23O

Spray some "Fantastik" household cleaner onto a clean terrycloth towel and polish away. Buff it up with a dry section of the towel and your balls will be as good as new.
http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/63692

Personally, I'd opt for the Tiger Ball Cleaner/Polisher if I couldn't get to a pool hall or pro shop to have them cleaned properly by machine.

Good Luck -

LAG

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What are some interesting and different things to do in Maryville, Tennessee?

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Theodore M

I'll be going in January. I'm not interested in Dollywood or Pigeon Forge. I would like to know where the more interesting places to shop (no chain stores). I like antiques and boutiques. Where is there good spicy food? Thanks.

Answer
SPECIALTY SHOPPING
Antiques


Antique Time - The Clock Shop 319 South Magnolia Street, Maryville, TN 37803-5791, Located 2 miles from Downtown, 865-977-0270, An authorized dealer for clocks by Howard Miller, this wonderful antique shop specializes in new and antique clocks ranging from the early 19th century to the present. Professional repair services are available. more... map

Garden


Plant City 1812 West Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801, Next to Knoxville Boating Center, 865-984-4003, Professional garden center that offers a wide selection of beautiful flowers, shrubs, trees, grasses, ground covers, vines, gravel, soil, and mulch. Landscaping design services are available. more... map

Gourmet Foods & Sweets


Horn of Plenty 924 West Broadway, Maryville, TN 37801, 865-984-4719, Horn of plenty is the source of fresh produce for Maryville. They offer tips for growing your own veggies at home as well. Their selection includes seasonal vegetables as well as peanuts, eggs, milk, homemade rolls and muffins, jams, sourwood honey, buttermilk, butter, and sorghum molasses. They offer custom made fruit baskets as well. more... map

Home & Decorative Accessories


Treasures & Gifts 408 South Washington Avenue, Maryville, TN 37802, 865-924-6910, Wonderful gift and home decor store that offers a beautiful selection of unique home accessories, wood crafts, tables, benches, floral items, plush animals, and shelving. more... map

Jewelry


Briston and Bragg Diamond Jewelers 715 Watkins Road, Maryville, TN 37802, Located in Maryville Commons at Target, 865-982-8565, "Blount County's Premiere Diamond Jeweler", this full service jewelry store offers a wide range of beautiful and unique jewelry items plus provides expert rebuilding, repairing, and redesigning services. more... map

Recreational Equipment


Johnny's Outboard 3317 Highway 411 South, Maryville, TN 37801, 865-984-2484, This boat store provides a wide selection of name brand, new and used boats and motors plus features a professional onsite parts and services department. Boat accessories, flotation devices, decals, patches, and apparel are also available. more... map

Shopping Area


Foothills Mall 197 Foothills Drive, Maryville, TN 37801, Located Near US Highway 411, 865-982-3613, Anchored by Sears, Proffitt's, Goody's, and JC Penney, this local favorite shopping mall also features over 50 specialty stores including Bath & Body Works, Radio Shack, and Rack Room Shoes. Nine different eateries are also located within the mall. more...

What are some interesting and different things to do in Maryville, Tennessee?

Queenie

I'll be going in January. I'm not interested in Dollywood or Pigeon Forge. I would like to know where the more interesting places to shop (no chain stores). I like antiques and boutiques. Where is there good spicy food? Thanks.

Answer
SPECIALTY SHOPPING
Antiques


Antique Time - The Clock Shop 319 South Magnolia Street, Maryville, TN 37803-5791, Located 2 miles from Downtown, 865-977-0270, An authorized dealer for clocks by Howard Miller, this wonderful antique shop specializes in new and antique clocks ranging from the early 19th century to the present. Professional repair services are available. more... map

Garden


Plant City 1812 West Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801, Next to Knoxville Boating Center, 865-984-4003, Professional garden center that offers a wide selection of beautiful flowers, shrubs, trees, grasses, ground covers, vines, gravel, soil, and mulch. Landscaping design services are available. more... map

Gourmet Foods & Sweets


Horn of Plenty 924 West Broadway, Maryville, TN 37801, 865-984-4719, Horn of plenty is the source of fresh produce for Maryville. They offer tips for growing your own veggies at home as well. Their selection includes seasonal vegetables as well as peanuts, eggs, milk, homemade rolls and muffins, jams, sourwood honey, buttermilk, butter, and sorghum molasses. They offer custom made fruit baskets as well. more... map

Home & Decorative Accessories


Treasures & Gifts 408 South Washington Avenue, Maryville, TN 37802, 865-924-6910, Wonderful gift and home decor store that offers a beautiful selection of unique home accessories, wood crafts, tables, benches, floral items, plush animals, and shelving. more... map

Jewelry


Briston and Bragg Diamond Jewelers 715 Watkins Road, Maryville, TN 37802, Located in Maryville Commons at Target, 865-982-8565, "Blount County's Premiere Diamond Jeweler", this full service jewelry store offers a wide range of beautiful and unique jewelry items plus provides expert rebuilding, repairing, and redesigning services. more... map

Recreational Equipment


Johnny's Outboard 3317 Highway 411 South, Maryville, TN 37801, 865-984-2484, This boat store provides a wide selection of name brand, new and used boats and motors plus features a professional onsite parts and services department. Boat accessories, flotation devices, decals, patches, and apparel are also available. more... map

Shopping Area


Foothills Mall 197 Foothills Drive, Maryville, TN 37801, Located Near US Highway 411, 865-982-3613, Anchored by Sears, Proffitt's, Goody's, and JC Penney, this local favorite shopping mall also features over 50 specialty stores including Bath & Body Works, Radio Shack, and Rack Room Shoes. Nine different eateries are also located within the mall. more...

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How do I start doing push ups? (PLEASE READ THE WHOLE THING)?

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Brianna Le

I'm really out of shape, but I want to get back into shape and lose weight this summer.
Only thing is, I can't do a push up to save my life.
I've tried and tried, but I barely get a inch off the ground before my arms fold under me like wet noodles.
How can I actually start doing push ups? And how can I improve my form and technique?
Any tips would be helpful :)

Answer
Many many ways to start a pushup.

You can do an inclined pushups, i.e. do a pushup on a bench while your feet are on the floor.
Or you can do it on the wall... no joke :P just build your arms a bit.

Then you can move on to knee pushups, knees down, feet crossed and do pushups.

Be sure to keep a proper form. Quality>Quantity
Back straight, no dipping of the lower back.
Go down till your chest nearly touches the ground/whatever you're pushing against.
Then push back up (NOT ALL THE WAY) and go back down.

Be sure to breathe!
Exhale when pushing, inhale when going down is the general rule, but if you're doing pushups slow then just breathe naturally as you would.

Good luuuuuuuck. :)
BTW I recommend the site 100-pushups (google it)
It gives you a table and all other things necessary to get to the 100 pushup goal

Looking for Opinions on Good Family Vehicles?

USAF_SF_06

I currently own a Dodge Avenger, but with two children, space is a little too tight. If anyone out there with 2 or more children can throw in their opinions on good vehicles, I'd appreciate it. I am active duty military, so affordability is also a very relative factor.

I am looking at Dodge, Ford, Chevy, or Jeep vehicles, so the ever so reliable Toyotas are out of the picture.

Answer
First and foremost, thank you for your service and helping to keep all of us safe.

The Dodge Journey:
Provides seating for up to seven, or lots of cargo spaceâyour choice. Turn the second row into a bench or keep the reclining seats separate for a little more individual space. Stay comfortable in the available third-row seating with access from both the driver's and passenger side. And for your smaller traveling companions, the Dodge Journey is the only crossover to include available integrated child booster seats.

Folding the seatbacks down gives you up to 67.6 cubic ft. of cargo room, so there'll be plenty of room for whatever you need to take with you.

The Dodge Charger:
Provides seating for 5 and the trunk provides you with16.5 cubic ft. cargo capacity. The Dodge Charger was quick to gain a 5-star crash test rating with more than 65 standard and available safety and security features including its advanced airbag system, high-strength safety cage, and lifesaving crumple zones.

The Dodge Grand Caravan:
Has the industry-exclusive Super Stow 'n Go® seating - convert from 7-passenger seating to a flat-load floor in seconds. The industry-exclusive Blu-rayâ¢/DVD system with second- and third-row screens. Plus, provides you with over 45 Safety & Security features including 7 standard airbags.

The Jeep Compass:
Every Jeep® Compass offers comfortable seating for five with ample cargo storage behind the second row, or maximum floor space and cargo-carrying capability with two split-folding and fold-flat rear seatbacks and an available fold flat front passenger seatback.

The Jeep Patriot:
There are loads of options thanks to the flexible 60 / 40 split, fold-flat rear seats and fold-flat passenger seat. The fold-flat front seat folds forward to create a table-like surface for added versatility.

The Jeep Liberty:
The five-passenger Liberty combines comfort and convenience with an exceptional amount of utility.
Stay safe on the toughest off-road terrain, or on the highway. The Libertyâs advanced multistage driver and front-passenger airbags, supplemental side-curtain airbags, and roll-sensing technology for additional side-impact protection.

You can build your own vehicle or explore more information about each vehicle at the following websites: www.Dodge.com and www.Jeep.com

Good luck finding the right vehicle for you and your family.

Lisa
Customer Care
Chrysler Group LLC

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Is there anything that is naturally straight or naturally round, or is just man-made?

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DC Native

I've always been curious about it, please answer, I want different viewpoints.
BTW, I mean perfectly straight or perfectly round.

Answer
Plenty of round in Nature
a lot depends on the perspective or distance of observation
this planet and others look round from a distance ,but closer up they are not
this also works on a small scale

many creatures have round eggs especially reptiles ,but from very close up they are wobbly round
Oval is more common

But almost nothing is absolutely unbroken straight .
there are plenty of straight trees and stalks ,that look straight from a distance ,but close up
there are always knots or spiraling branches

Nature does not have square ,rectangle or square corners.

In my concrete furniture designs, that i use in gardens
all my tables and benches have roundish corners .

What paint do I use on a concrete three tier water fountain and concrete outdoor patio table and benches?

Eternal Te

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I am a landscape contractor that specializes in water features, and if there is no paint on the concrete as of now, I would go to your local brick and stone supply company and purchase a gallon of acid stain for concrete. The good thing about the coloring of portland cement of concrete in this manner is that it is permanent and wont ever flake off as will happen eventually with most all paints. There are many colors available and most are along the browntones to blues and greens.

You then buy a cheap 1 gallon pump up sprayer and put a small amount of the acid in it along with some water to dillute. I usually dillute to start, just to have more control of the color. If you have another piece of statuary to test the color on, it would be helpful, otherwise just spray it on and let it sit for a few minutes and hose it off. You can repeat this step and or let it sit longer to make it a darker hue. Also not dilluting will also work faster and darker.

If there are plants and grass around it, just hose it down to dillute the acid to a non destructive level. Be careful with overspray and dont use this on a windy day as whatever it touches, including you, will be colored and it will burn your skin on contact.

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Do the WASHINGTON WIZARDS have a legit shot at making the playoffs...?

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marky_funk

Wizards current lineup..

PF A. Jameson
SF C. Butler
C B. Haywood
SG D. Stevenson
PG G. Arenas

The wizards have solid players in arenas and jameson. However, Haywood and Butler are at most average. Stevenson is sub par.

If this team is healthy, then could Arenas and Jameson carry this team to the playoffs? It remains to be seen. After all, Flip Saunders will help to get this team back to the playoffs. Flip is a great coach with a wealth of solid playoff coaching experience. I think that Flip will transform the wizards into playoff contenders.

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Well, i think you dont give this teams depth credit with their aquisitin of miller and foye, and their talented backcourt, including nick young, as well as that butler is a 20ppg guy and all star on a well balanced team.

Here is my take on their chances next year, hope you find this helpful, i know it is long but please read.

im not sure about the rotation but this is an overveiw of their chances and i believe it will be a combo of the starting five of james, jamison, butler, arenas, and any big man they can find, and then blatche, miller, and foye as the first guys off the bench, followed by their now 3rd year player, i forget his name, and javalle mghee. But below is really an overveiw of their trade, and their chances, and really hwo things could and should work out.

Firstly i will asses the trade. songaila was a decent bench warmer and of no consequence to the team. neither was etan thomas. I also think trading the pick was intelligent due to the weakness of the draft, the in between spot of number 5 having no clear cut best player on the board most likely, and the apparent risk involved.

instead they got foye, who will make a good 6th man as he can score a little and is good for the magics style of loose offense, and miller, an excellent shooter and defender, who will help them spread the floor and bring experience.

Now about the magics chances. They definately have talent, in foye, arenas, butler, and jamison offensively as well as some good offensive bench peices . The issue is that all their players seem to be getting on in years, and last year, despite having 2 of their supposed 3 key players, they were awful. I know arenas brings alot to the table, but their stars are not particularly efficient , although arenas can be he and butler and not and for a big man neither is jamison.

They also do not move the ball particularly smoothly, and mike james is a heavily overrated scoring point. THe issue here is with arenas back will they move the ball, get better shots and be more efficient all around scoring threat, or will they continue to take bad shots.

now, assumign they get that under control, which i think they can with arenas's presence and the reduced offensive strain on the other two, do they play the championship defense that teams like boston, orlando, and cleveland play. The thing here is that orlando and boston, and cleveland if they make some anticipated moves have the same offensive all around team talent that the wizards do and so does la. There is no outgunning the east with its stacked offensive rosters and good defensive teams.

to be a threat flip saunders is going to have to do what he did with the pistons, although they were already doing it and impose defense and order.

the facts are that the wizards with their big three couldn't beat the cavs before their high profile aquisitions of williams and lebron coming into his own, so they need to improve, judgeing by that cleveland actually has the least talented roster of orlando, boston and itself at the moment.

Defense is their challenge, and although they dont have all the personell pieces like a defensive big man, they are capable of it if they work.

they have the offense, its about the d, id be interested to see how well flip can do with his peices here. I put them at a second round playoff team, but with a trade for a defensive big man, they may surprise me.

hope i helped, they have a decent shot, as specified above.

Posted them 7 months ago , but who cares :D?

Make My Da

Why do we press harder on a remote control when we know the batteries are getting weak?

Why do banks charge a fee on "insufficient funds" when they know there is not enough?

Why does someone believe you when you say there are four billion stars, but check when you say the paint is wet?

Why doesn't glue stick to the bottle?

Why do they use sterilized needles for death by lethal injection?

Why doesn't Tarzan have a beard?

Why does Superman stop bullets with his chest, but ducks when you throw a revolver at him?

Why do Kamikaze pilots wear helmets?

Whose idea was it to put an "S" in the word "lisp"?

If people evolved from apes, why are there still apes?

Why is it that no matter what color bubble bath you use the bubbles are always white?

Is there ever a day that mattresses are not on sale?

Why do people constantly return to the refrigerator with hopes that something new to eat will have materialized?

Why do people keep running over a string a dozen times with their vacuum cleaner, then reach down, pick it up, examine it, then put it down to give the vacuum one more chance?

Why is it that no plastic bag will open from the end on your first try?

How do those dead bugs get into those enclosed light fixtures?

When we are in the supermarket and someone rams our ankle with a shopping cart then apologizes for doing so, why do we say, "It's all right?" Well, it isn't all right, so why don't we say, "That hurt, you stupid idiot?"

Why is it that whenever you attempt to catch something that's falling off the table you always manage to knock something else over?

In winter why do we try to keep the house as warm as it was in summer when we complained about the heat?

How come you never hear father-in-law jokes?

What about this...

The statistics on sanity are that one out of every four persons is suffering from some sort of mental illness. Think of your three best friends -- if they're okay, then it's you :D

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im trying to amuse my self silly with this one! ;D

Why do we press harder on a remote control when we know the batteries are getting weak?
- Coz literally we r transforming into that 'couch potato' thingy. Lazy brats. D tube is evil! :)

Why do banks charge a fee on "insufficient funds" when they know there is not enough?
- coz banks r adamant to be richer n make sure evry1 else is bankrupt. Thts how corrupt they r.

Why does someone believe you when you say there are four billion stars, but check when you say the paint is wet?
- 1 bench is easier to count, den 4 billion. Dont have enuf fingers to count that. Ever.

Why doesn't glue stick to the bottle?
- aint on d labels

Why do they use sterilized needles for death by lethal injection?
- making sure the poison does d job not germs?

Why doesn't Tarzan have a beard?
- jane says so

Why does Superman stop bullets with his chest, but ducks when you throw a revolver at him?
- he'll get bruised. That takes longer time to heal

Why do Kamikaze pilots wear helmets?
- crash landing procedure

Whose idea was it to put an "S" in the word "lisp"?
- stan

If people evolved from apes, why are there still apes?
- too expensive to live as humans

Why is it that no matter what color bubble bath you use the bubbles are always white?
- same reason as why d sky is always blue

Is there ever a day that mattresses are not on sale?
- the day when bedsheets r no longer on sale

Why do people constantly return to the refrigerator with hopes that something new to eat will have materialized?
- they believe they wld loose a pound or two with all d walking

Why do people keep running over a string a dozen times with their vacuum cleaner, then reach down, pick it up, examine it, then put it down to give the vacuum one more chance?
- who is that dork?

Why is it that no plastic bag will open from the end on your first try?
- bags have personalities

How do those dead bugs get into those enclosed light fixtures?
- they walk right in there

When we are in the supermarket and someone rams our ankle with a shopping cart then apologizes for doing so, why do we say, "It's all right?" Well, it isn't all right, so why don't we say, "That hurt, you stupid idiot?"
- oh ur that dork..

Why is it that whenever you attempt to catch something that's falling off the table you always manage to knock something else over?
- needed a reason for a makeover

In winter why do we try to keep the house as warm as it was in summer when we complained about the heat?
- we are just warm people

How come you never hear father-in-law jokes?
- less colorful then m-i-l

What about this...

The statistics on sanity are that one out of every four persons is suffering from some sort of mental illness. Think of your three best friends -- if they're okay, then it's you :D
- i tot it was u dude! :D

i had fun!! Phewww! :P

ask again next 6-7 mths. (wink)

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When is the best time to go to Myrtie beach south Carolina?

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Pip

Me and 3 friends are planning a trip to Myrtle Beach.We are older retired lady's.Want to go when it is beach weather before it is real busy.What month would work best?Thank you.
I am from Ohio.And yes we would like it robe warm to swim.We would enjoy the beach every day.

Answer
The best time is not before the season starts but as it's winding down. The reason's are many and I will point out just a few:

Sept. the water is still high 70's maybe 80, water does not get to 75 until mid June and the crowds have started and the weather is beautiful, where May June very warm but could rain every day.

Sept., the crowds have died down, everything is open and there usually is no wait.

Sept. the restaurants are not busting at the seams and turning tables very fast as folks are waiting to eat, the staff is more relaxed thus giving better service, the kitchen staff is not as rushed thus the food is better.

There are many more reasons to come in Sept., just trust me this is the best time to vacation in the area.

And never leave home without the Myrtle Beach Promotions Ultimate Discount Book, the savings are outstanding with buy 1 get 1 meals, Attractions, Things to do, Golf discounts and so much more.

Gary

What is the number one thing a wife can do for her husband that is the total turn on?

Lauren

I have been maried 20 years and I am trying to come up with a few new things to spice up the entire relationship, not just the sex part, but everything as a whole. He is an awesome guy!

Answer
Its really tough to say. Every couple is different. Not knowing the roles in your relationship, I can only offer suggestions:

1. Do you guys get to go on vacation together often? Does he plan it? If he does the planning, take the inititive and plan a getaway together. If you have kids, dump them on someone for awhile. You friends with his boss? See if you can schedule some vacation time for him without him knowing it. So someplace romantic, warm, or fun (the Water Club Hotel in Atlantic City has some great prices on packages right now. Vegas is getting hit terribly by the economy and with some planning is dirt cheap)

2. How many times have you heard that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach? Its cliche, but the saying has survived generations because it is true. Go to the local culinary school or vocational school and take some cooking classes. Send the kids for a sleep over and cook something new, delicious, and exotic. Lay out a nice table with candles and a nice bottle of wine (Riesling is usually agreeable, even to those who do not like wine). Spice things up? Cook in a chef's apron..only

3. Does he hunt or fish? He got a fishing boat? Take up his hobby with him. Go out on the boat with him for some night walleye fishing, during the day in a secluded spot in the open ocean, or get a nice pop-up blind if he is a hunter. Wear something "nice" under your appropriate clothing and make it one great experience.

4. Bring your youth back into the sexual aspect of the relationship? Remember of days of giving pleasure while your bf was driving? Doing it in the backseat in a parking lot (or a drive in if you can still find one)? Going on a weekend road trip and pulling over to get it on at a rest stop? Going to a concert, get drunk, and do it like bunnies in a hotel room while you are wasted? Ever go at it on a beach somewhere? You might be older, more sophisticated, and maybe a mom, but you are still a woman. Remind him of that and remind him why you got married. If you get caught? So what? Even if the community finds out, you will probably secretly be the envy of your friends.

5. While the point of this is to spend time together, how about spending time apart? He got a stressful job? He tired a lot? Send him away for the weekend with a buddy to a football game or another sports game. If he is a hunter or fisherman, book a hunting trip for him somewhere (not all are expensive...you can go hog hunting for virtually free). There are conventions for virtually anything you can think of. Take a beloved hobby of his and send him away. Go to the local spa/salon yourself. Get highlights, buy a nice outfit, do your nails or have them done, put on the makeup and make yourself hot and beautiful. Take it from there when he gets home. If he was able to rest and relax while he was gone, make sure he is worn out when he gets home.

6. Find a hobby the two of you can share together. He an outdoorsman? Buy an ATV or two and go out together. Just find something new and different you can do together. Skydiving is a great possiblity (being that I've known of people in my small town that were killed skydiving, if you have kids it might not be worth the risk..if not, find an air tunnel that simulates it). Nothing needs to be sexual, but just find something cool that is fun. An adreniline rush is a bonus. Flying lessons? Horseback riding? Rent an RV? Bungee jumping? Whitewater rafting? A covered wagon ride simulating the old west for a few days out in Yellowstone?

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What kills little insects from plants & flowers?

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This Babe

Few months ago I bought all this seeds to start my little garden. Everything was going good, i always check them & water them, feed them. So the plants where getting big, & I bought more pots ,now there are lots of plants & sunflowers. I have a problem, I own 2 large labradors & they love to digg everything. So I kind of lost few plants cuz they dug them out and broke them. So I decided to build a big 4 feet tall table. So they wont reach my plants. After I builded my table everything was good till'
One day I was watering them & this huge cockroach came out a pot & I got scared & then I wondered & thought he probrably just passed by or fell off the roof, then like 5 days later this little wood color frog jumped out a pot & I was like " how did this little quarter size frog get up here?". So now I'm getting grossed out because I planted few vegetables, fruits. That I will be eating in the future but I don't want to put nothing on my mouth that I know little creatures were touching & wondering on. So if anyone that know about some type of liquid or anything that scares little insects, frogs, cockroaches away from my plants & it doesnt kill the plant, please share it with me I will be more thankful if you did. Just type the name on the bottom & I'll search it from there. Thank you. God Bless.

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You can pick up a basic garden insecticide from a hardware store, like lowe's or home depot, and even places like walmart and target have them. If you want to try a more natural approach you wash your plants twice a day by tilting your pot over, so anything on it will fall off, for a week. That is not usually enough for outdoor gardens though so you can mix 1 Liter of water with 1 tblsp of soap and 1 tsp of oil and put it into a spray bottle. Spray it twice a day for 10 days and be sure to rinse the plant off after. The mixture will cause insects to desiccate and the oil will clog their spiracles and cause asphyxiation in the pests.

Store bough insecticides are the most reliable, but the water-soap-oil mix can sometimes be all you need, and will expose your food to less residues.

Inexpensive ways to decorate my outdoor patio please?

Q. I live in a second floor apartment and don't spend much time outside on my patio, but I would love for it to look half way decent, what would you suggest for a working girl with a budget? Plant recommendations that ward off bees, wasps and bugs in general would be a plus! Thank you and happy Summer time to you!

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You can get a bistro set - table and two chairs for around $100 at most stores or online. You can also get a gas grill for around $100 if that's something you would use. Plants look nice. You can buy flower pots pre-planted at home improvement stores or target/wal-mart. I am working on the same thing for my lonely patio.

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how can i get my bedroom to have a beach-y look and feel?

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cakes

no paint or anything since im renting an apartment though, thanks :)

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mount sand dollars or starfish to the walls, hang up an old fishermans net, use wicker (dark) furniture, get a mini palm tree fake or real, put it in a ceramin pot and put it in there, spray a ocean scented spray there every day, put a bowl of fake mangoes by the table, put a hula skirt on the lamp, use blue bedsheets, hang up pictures of tropical sunsets and tropical fish, use candles, use bamboo things, like a bamboo screen, make a mobile out of coctail umbrellas, mosaic a lamp with mini shells (like the kind on shell leis) or beach glas, put a jar of sand in your room, like a big glass vase 3/4ths with sand, rest with clear resin to look like water, and before the resin hardens put fake flowers so they look like theyre floating, get fat seabuiscut/sand dollar shells and put xmas lights in the holes in the back ( http://images.scrippsweb.com/HGTV/2005/01/14/dodvignette_shell_finished_w190.jpg )

What is some things i can add to my room to make it more beachy ?

I don't have the option of painting my room, but i've painted a few small pieces of furniture blue, put pictures of the beach on the wall and have got shells and origami fish stuck to the wall, but i've run out of ideas and i'm looking for ideas of things that won't cost a lot or i can make myself. any help would be good.
Thanks (:

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Tan/cream carpet. Paint the walls part way up in a wave of tan, then paint blue sky above that. Get an beach umbrella for the corner and put a beach chair under it for reading. You can put a light in the umbrella to shine down. Get glass end tables and put a beach ball under each. Buy a mural for one wall from the internet that shows a palm tree, and ocean. You could match the tan paint to the sand in the poster. Also you can add cocoanut scented candles. Lamps can be glass with seashells inside--they are on the internet under glass-lamp--shells search for about $100 each or less.

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Part of California LA most affordable to live?

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abercrombi

Right now I am living in Ny. What was your experience with regard to the cost of living?

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Most affordable? Try the three B's: Barstow, Bakersfield, Beaumont. All are about 100 miles away from LA.

If you want to live in or around LA, you need a plan: First item on the agenda is rent. A decent 1BR apartment in LA currently goes for $1200, give or take. Nicer areas and areas closer to the beach are much higher. Don't expect to move to Santa Monica and get an apartment on the beach for that much. Or Toluca Lake, or Beverly Hills. Unlike many metro areas, LA is unique in that it extends for nearly 100 miles in every direction. There are no open spaces between towns. So the price tends to stay high until you are 70-100 miles from Los Angeles.

Next, you will need a car. Los Angeles is VERY spread out, and train service is extremely limited. If you don't have a car, you will have to take a bus, which takes 3 times longer to get anywhere than a car.

All told, it generally takes about $3,000 per month to live here. If you don't have a job that pays that much or skills that can get you that kind of job, stay where you are. If you are unskilled and work for minimum wage (or for tips like bartending or waiting tables), you'll only make about $1200 per month.

And speaking of jobs, they are rather hard to come by now. College grads seeking employment are having a very tough time of it right now, since the job market is flooded with experienced people who were laid off. Unemployment is over 12% right now. Not exactly the kind of job market you want to move into.

Finally, you will need money. Landlords want first month's rent and a security deposit up front. You'll need money for food, transportation, utilities, etc. The consensus in this forum is that you need about $10,000 to start out.

Do some research on these sites to see about safety vs. price:
http://www.lalife.com
http://www.neighborhoodscout.com
http://projects.latimes.com/mapping-la/neighborhoods/

can you drive on the beach at cresent beach fl?

Jo

would like to know if driving is permitted on cresent beach.

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YES. Apparently there is limited beach driving there. Here is what it says from the county website:

Crescent Beach
Note: Park undergoing renovation through winter 2010.

Location: On Anastasia Island just three miles south of St. Augustine Beach at 6930 A1A South, St. Augustine. Google Map (approximate location).

Facilities: Restrooms, dune walkover, covered picnic tables, and showers. Pavilions on a first come first serve basis. Lifeguards are staffed seasonally.

Other Information: The natural profile of the coastline gives this beach its name, Crescent Beach. Minimal vehicle beach driving / parking. Access fee from March 1st through end of September, Horseback Riding during designated times only with special permit. For more information, contact St. Johns County Recreation Department, (904) 209-0333.
http://www.sjcfl.us/BCC/Parks_1_Recreation/Beaches/Access.aspx

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