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The Myth Of A Christian Soul Mate
by rosana sammon - Sunday, 24 February 2008, 03:58 AM
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By Jay White Catch phrases are a part of everyday society. They become hugely popular, ride a wave of cultural phenomenon, than seem to disappear as quickly as they came. But theres a term that was introduced years ago and still hasnt dropped from the vocabulary, even in Christian dating circles. Whenever theres a conversation about relationships, it always seems to pop out of somewhere. That term is soul mate. Read romance novels. Listen to popular love songs. Watch movies on Lifetime television, and chances are soul mate will be uttered in some way, shape or form. In fact, entire stories have spawned from the idea of a soul mate. Ever see Sleepless in Seattle? You get the picture. But Im here to tell you something that may not be popular, but I sincerely believe its the truth: Theres no such thing as a soul mate. Now, before you gasp and go storming away from your computer, consider the premise of Sleepless in Seattle. A perfectly happy woman, engaged to a man she loves, spends most of her time lamenting the fact that she may have missed out on someone better. Of course, were led to believe her true soul mate lives 3,000 miles away and doesnt know her from Adam. Yet, destiny and fate must have their way, and incredible circumstances bring them to the climactic scene on top of the Empire State Building, where the two strangers lock eyes and know instantly that they are to be together forever. Fade to black, roll credits and hand me a barf bag! Dont get me wrongI can dig a chick movie now and then. But to buy into the soul mate theory goes completely against what God wants for us in a relationship. For example, my wife and I believe 100% that God brought us together. I am completely and totally in love with my wife. Does that mean I could never love another? Nope. I could fall in love with someone else if I wanted. I could crush everything weve built and separate myself from my family. But I CHOOSE not to. And thats the key. Real love is not at-first-sight, violins-and-bluebirds baloney. Its a choice. Plain and simple. Destiny hasnt preordained our lives, God has. But Hes also given us free will in the matter. Just like we make the choice between serving God or serving ourselves, we also choose whether or not to love someone. But according to popular culture and the media, you dont have a choice. You must search for your one-and-only soul mate. Get all swept up in the romance. Dont be concerned with the real world. And thats what gets a lot of people in trouble. They start believing the hype instead of believing the Truth. Before you know it, theyre throwing away a perfectly healthy relationship for a fantasy. In fact, its my personal belief that a large factor in the demise of traditional family values is the proliferation of such anti-Christian ideas, such as a soul mate, through the media. If I buy into the notion of a soul mate, then I believe destiny has preordained just one person for me. Only one. Anyone else would obviously make me unhappy and unfulfilled. After all, its been laid out for me already. I have no choice. Wrong! What if I lost my wife tragically? I would hope that the Lord would bring someone for me to marry again in time, but if Ronda was my soul mate, then what would that make my second wifesoul mate part 2? See what am I getting at here? God has a perfect mate for you and will help you find them. But He cant make you love them. Thats up to you. For example, we have friends who spent their lives on the mission field. The wife will flat-out tell you that she did not love her husband when she married him. But she knew God wanted them to be together, so she grew to love him over the years and never looked back. Now THATs faith! Do yourself a favorturn off the tube. Throw away those trashy novels. Stop listening to those sappy love songs and dig into the Word! Jesus said I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. He had a plan for me and he has a plan for you. Talk with Him, listen to Him, and Hell lead the way. And when you do find that special someone, youll know that its not destiny that brought you together, but His good and perfect will. So take that Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks! Jay White is an author, copywriter, and former Christian single who knows the struggles and frustrations of Christian dating. For more information on how you can find God's perfect mate for you, go to http://www.christianonlinedatingsecrets.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jay_White http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Myth-Of-A-Christian-Soul-Mate&id=561585 cheap zolpidem stillnox ambien drugstorecom zolpidem online about ambien withdrawal
How Can I Manage to Get a Student Loan Waiver?
by rosana sammon - Thursday, 21 February 2008, 02:49 AM
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By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mary_Wise]Mary Wise You may find yourself struggling to make ends meet every single month and paying off your student loans may imply huge sacrifices. Even if you can afford the monthly payments, youll still be attached to your student loan debt for years, being unable to undertake projects like starting your own business or buying a house due to the fact that no large amount loan will be available until you finish paying off your student loans. Getting a Waiver Wouldnt it be great if you could obtain a waiver on your student loan debt? You could find yourself not having to pay those monthly installments anymore and you would be free to use the extra money for any purpose you may have in mind. If you are wondering if this is possible, read on because the answer is yes. What you need to know is that with the exception of certain situations, student loan debt cannot be totally eliminated without having to pay. Bankruptcy doesnt discharge student debt unless it causes severe hardship on the debtor and prevents him from satisfying basic needs, such as buying food, paying for medical bills, renting, etc. However, you can get rid of part of your student loan debt if you meet certain requirements. What you need to understand is that we are talking about a reduction on the loans principals that will also imply a reduction on the amount of money you pay on interests. The importance of this fact is that a reduction on the interest rate or interests' forgiveness can be easily accomplished by student loan consolidation but it wont save you so much money as a waiver on the capital of the loan would. Government Debt Forgiveness The government agencies that grant federal loans are instructed to forgive part of the student debt if the students or graduated students apply for certain job positions that the government has special interest in filling or that provide special social benefits. Well spell out a few so you can get an idea of how this system works but you should consult with the government agency that provided your loan as there may be more. For those students who study medicine, or are already graduated, there are special waivers if they provide their services in poverty-stricken areas or areas affected by disasters (such as hurricanes or floods or famine). This is a great opportunity since medicine is known to be a very expensive career and its likely for a student to have become greatly indebted. It is also possible to get a waiver on your student debt by teaching at understaffed schools or schools situated in underprivileged zones. For those who like to teach this can be a rewarding experience in more than one way. Another way of obtaining forgiveness on your student loan debt is to join the military forces or a department of social services. In both cases, there are programs available that will reduce your debt progressively as you continue being employed by the government. Summing up If your vocation is connected in any way with one of these jobs you might want to consider these great opportunities as youll be able to pay off your debt sooner by doing what you love to do. If you would do it just to get a waiver, you need to make sure you wouldnt get your debt cancelled sooner by getting a better paid job in the private sector. Mary Wise, a professional consultant with twenty years in the financial field, helps people in the process of securing personal loans, mortgage, refinance or consolidation loans and preventing consumers from falling into the hands of fraudulent lenders. You can visit her site and get aid for [http://www.badcreditloanservices.com]Student Loans regardless of your credit. If the link doesnt work, just copy badcreditloanservices.com and paste it in your browsers address bar. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Mary_Wise http://EzineArticles.com/?How-Can-I-Manage-to-Get-a-Student-Loan-Waiver?&id=243323 phentermine and no prescription phentermine com online buy phentermine diet pills buy phentermine master card
Accepting all Beliefs Made U.S. Great ?
by rosana sammon - Tuesday, 19 February 2008, 05:22 AM
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By Anthony Smith Accepting all beliefs made U.S. Great ? Quote; In a letter posted Nov. 3, the letter writer said that, "The law should be based on the Bible. God cannot lie."It is a fact that men, not God, wrote the Bible. Humans make mistakes and these men were no exception. The letter writer claims that "there are no errors in the Bible," or it would not be here today. If errors are the premise for the destruction of a book, there would be no books in existence. She states that "people of that time had a much better understanding of humanity, nature, and truth." We find it difficult to associate raping, plundering, stoning, public executions, slavery, human and animal sacrifice with "the better understanding of humanity, nature and truth." The Bible, as a literary work, is one of the most violent books ever written. If she believes that this country was founded because people wanted religious freedom, shouldn't that freedom be extended to every view? Our country prospered not because it was founded on "God's words" but because of separation of church and state. This country's prosperity is related to its ability to attract the best of the world. Our ancestors made this country what it is today. Certain "Christian" groups expect us to take their beliefs as gospel, yet they are unwilling to entertain others' beliefs. Unquote. Mankind has placed itself at odds with the Creator. Mans ability to serve God is based on mans ability to believe God. And when man refuses to believe, there occurs a rift between himself and God. Mans idea of right and wrong become clouded by his ambition to gain worldly riches and to be the center of attention. In the preceding letter, I have found that the view of the people that had written it are also the view of not only those in the United States but around the world. They being clouded, in the mind and spirit, by the arch enemy of man, The Spirit of Anti-Christ. Who ever said that being a Christian was easy, who ever said the Gods government was one of compromise? Where did you ever see where The government of the Kingdom was a democracy? Lets look a little closer at the letter. 1. Quote; The law should be based on the Bible. Unquote. In Fact, the Law of many countries is based on the Bible. The greatest example of this is on the Supream Court Doors. The Ten Commandments. In 2nd Peter 2:10, We see the reason for most of mankind's failure to be at peace with each other. But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities. Now we see in, Isaiah 9:7, The result of The government of Jesus and His reign. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. 2. Quote;It is a fact that men, not God, wrote the Bible. Humans make mistakes and these men were no exception. Unquote . To be more precise, the absence of mistakes in the Bible proves, that man had no part in the contents or construction of the Scripture. According to scripture, man was inspired by the Spirit of God. They in essence were being secretary's of the dictation of the Word. 2Ti 3:16 17. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. The key words we look for in 2Ti 3:16 17 are these; That the man of God, here we see that the words of God, i.e. The Bible, are power to those that have received the word of truth willingly. There-by, we who believe in Gods word, are made acceptable in the Beloved. Being endowed with a spirit that the world cannot understand. What we, as believers, see cannot be seen of those that refuse to believe, in a Being, of Unlimited power and Vision. 3. Quote;The Bible, as a literary work, is one of the most violent books ever written. Unquote . Violence comes from the hearts of man. Man does not regard God, nor his precepts, nor his threatenings and judgments. The Bible being violent isn't the work of God but of mans disobedience to God and His Laws. Man, as was with the past in scripture, had made his own choices. The more that man walked away from God and His stipulations, the more violent man became. No one ever say anything about the books and movies of WWI, WWII, Viet Nam, or any other book that deals with mans violence to man. I wonder why? 4. Quote;Our country prospered not because it was founded on "God's words" but because of separation of church and state. Unquote. Being misled is mans ultimate downfall. There is no separation of Church and State, for without The Father, there would be no state. The clouds of unbelief are gathering stronger and darker. Man has turned away from God and has turned to fables and science. How do you believe, that mankind evolved from anything, how can you believe that man just appeared, how can you believe that man can survive on this earth for eternity? The Idea of Separation of Church and State came from idolaters and those that wanted a way out, so they could, use mans law for his own purpose. With a Nation based on Gods Laws, it was restricting to them and oppressive. Instead of wanting a Land protected by the Hand of God, they wanted to turn to their own imagination, which was and still is on evil continually. What have we gained by turning away from God? Homosexuality, Prostitution, Murder,Terrorism, Pornography, Drug addiction, open borders and all manner of False Religions. Bibles were taken out of Schools and in return we received an increase of Gangs, instead of students. Deception and corruption in government and all the way thru, what used to be a society serving God. Psalms 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God. You say that this is violence? Why cant God destroy something that He created and owns? Mans violence against the week, is an oppressive man, He is no different than the animals of the wild, seeking the week as prey. Man has become the oppressor of man not God. When God says Love thy neighbor, He didn't tell us to accept, nor Love, the sinful abominations that they co-mitt. On the contrary, He tells us to warn them, and if they refuse to listen to turn our backs on them, for He will judge. Psalms 72:4 He shall judge the poor of the people, he shall save the children of the needy, and shall break (destroy.) in pieces the oppressor. All the nations that forget God - They will not live in his fear. There are both nations and individuals who, though they know God, forget him, that is, are unmindful of him, do not acknowledge him in their designs, ways and works. These are all to be thrust down into hell. Reader, art thou forgetful of thy Maker, and of Him who died for thee? 5. Quote;If she believes that this country was founded because people wanted religious freedom, shouldn't that freedom be extended to every view? Unquote. Here is the view of God and His accepting all views as being right; 1Co_6:9, 1Co_6:10; Gal_5:19-21; Heb_13:4; Rev_21:8, Rev_22:15. Pro 8:13 The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogance, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. What is evil, all those things that Our Father calls sin and a abomination is evil. My Father hates it and therefore we hate it. Psalms 9:20 Put them in fear, O LORD: that the nations may know themselves to be but men. Psalms 9:15 The heathen are sunk down in the pit that they made: in the net which they hid is their own foot taken. 6. Quote;Our ancestors made this country what it is today. Certain "Christian" groups expect us to take their beliefs as gospel, yet they are unwilling to entertain others' beliefs.Unquote. Luke 6:22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man's sake. How can God accept lifestyles, opinions, and views that are contrary to His word.? 2nd Co 6:14-18; Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty. Barnes states; Come out from among them - That is, from among idolaters and unbelievers; from a frivolous and vicious world. The underlying principle is that in a moral universe it is impossible for God to fully bless and use His children who are in compromise or complicity with evil. The unequal yoke is anything which unites a child of God and an unbeliever in a common purpose. We cannot call Good evil nor evil Good, for it is in contradiction to what we know is true. (Deu_22:10). 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Cactus Gordoni Hoodia
by rosana sammon - Monday, 18 February 2008, 01:33 AM
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Antique Spinning Wheel or New Spinning Wheel, Which One Is Best For Me?
by rosana sammon - Saturday, 16 February 2008, 06:16 PM
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By Leslie Arnold Okay, you have decided to learn how to hand spin. Wonderful choice! You have made the decision that you are going to invest in your very first spinning wheel. You have been looking all over that that perfect first wheel. Now imagine that you have just entered a wonderfully quaint antique store and have your eye on this marvelous antique spinning wheel. You move closer and touch this rich, wonderful, handcrafted spinning wheel. As you move your hand over the wheel you can see in your minds eye the many women that have stood in front of a fireplace spinning at the end of the day. You put yourself in their place and cant wait to take this wheel home! But wait! Now you face a dilemma! What kind of what kind of spinning wheel to buy. Should I get the antique spinning wheel I have just found or a new spinning wheel? What would be best for me? Here are some things to consider when choosing between an antique wheel and a new wheel. Many of the antique spinning wheels have been stored in old attics, wet basements or have been housed in antique stores that dont have adequate ventilation. Remember that the wood that was used to make this spinning wheel is now very old, and even though it was hopefully stored with loving care, it still may have many problems associated with where it was stored as well as with its age. If the wheel was stored in an attic, did the attic get too hot or too cold? This could lead to problems with the swelling and shrinking of all of the wood in the wheel but most importantly with the moving wheel part itself. The heat and cold in the attic could cause the moving wheel to warp. Another consideration is that the actual moving part of the wheel could warp simply because of not being used or not being used properly. Suppose this beautiful spinning wheel were stored in the basement for the last fifty or seventy-five years, there is a possibility that the legs and treadle of the wheel could have been submersed in water at sometime. If this is true, then you might have possible wood rot in any part of the wheel that came into contact with the water over time. Basements are also notorious for being wet and damp which could lead to the wood swelling which could also damage your beautiful wheel. If you have now decided that you cannot live without this historically rich antique spinning wheel that you have just discovered, and believe me I would give my eye teeth for one, then consider using it as a focal point in your home. This beautiful wheel should be placed where all could see your investment but not where you would be tempted use it to spin. Please, please do not put your antique spinning wheel in front of a picture window. I once drove by a house where a large, beautiful Great Wheel or Wool Wheel was displayed in the front picture window for all to see. It was a real thing of beauty, but I was also saddened because this beautiful wheel was taking daily abuse with the harsh sunlight and temperature change that it was being subjected to for years. My advice then is to purchase the antique spinning wheel if you want, but use it as a focal point. If you wish to spin on a wheel, purchase one of the new wheels that are on the market. There are many beautiful wheels made today. Many companies still make the centuries old Saxony wheel or the Traveler Wheel that many spinners use today. There are even a few craftsmen that are still handcrafting the Great Wheels or Wool Wheels as they did decades and centuries ago. The new wheel is most likely the one you want for daily spinning use. Leslie Arnold has spun for over 25 years. She is now writing articles on spinning and other craft related fields. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Leslie_Arnold http://EzineArticles.com/?Antique-Spinning-Wheel-or-New-Spinning-Wheel,-Which-One-Is-Best-For-Me?&id=519175 buy phentermine overnight buy phentermine no script phentermine 37.5 90 no prescription buy phentermine diet pill
Atkins & Low-Carb - Part 6
by rosana sammon - Friday, 15 February 2008, 04:40 PM
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By Tracie Johanson In this series of articles we have focused on low-carb dieting. Is it right for YOU? We have looked at some of the concerns with low-carbing, we've examined the diets of bodybuilders, and we've explained exactly how carbohydrates react in the body. In this final article on the topic of carbs, we will attempt to answer the million dollar question: should YOU start a low-carb diet? * THE EXPERTS First and foremost, please understand that the majority of physicians in the United States will not recommend a no-carb diet. By and large, doctors are going to follow the generally accepted health practices, and those practices require us to partake of all four food groups. Citing the fact that there are no long-term studies available on the effects of carbohydrate deprivation, the American Heart Association does not recommend a no-carb approach. On the other hand, there are some doctors who look at the results achieved on low-carb or no-carb diets and say (like some of us have): you can't argue with results! * THE RESEARCH Both sides in the low-carb debate have doctors and studies to back up their claims. The Atkins group has well-done studies proving that their diet results in weight loss and lower cholesterol. The South Beach folks can quote even more studies. Both groups also do a very good job of trotting out some very convincing before-and-after pictures of people (just like us!) who have seen results on the low-carb diets. On the other hand, there is no shortage of research proving that low-carb diets are unsafe and ineffective. A study by Linda van Horn of Northwestern University in Chicago assessed more than 4,000 people in the United States, Britain, Japan and China, asking them to write down everything they had eaten over two 24-hour periods. "Lo and behold, what we did find is that without exception, a high complex-carbohydrate, high-fiber, high vegetable-protein diet was associated with low body-mass index (the standard measure of healthy weight)," Van Horn said. The more animal protein a person ate, the higher his or her weight, she said. It's easy to see that the research conflicts on this issue, as it does on many topics. * THE ROLE MODELS In a previous article we examined the diets of professional bodybuilders and (female) fitness models. Almost without exception, we found that these EXTREMELY healthy people did NOT eliminate all carbohydrates from their diet. Again, almost without exception, these folks DID strictly limit the intake of 'garbage' carbs (donuts, cake, cookies, etc.). Bodybuilders and fitness models get their carbs from QUALITY sources including brown rice, vegetables, fruit and yams. * PHONE A FRIEND! Yikes! The experts don't agree and the research doesn't agree! What to do? Let's phone a friend..... Most of us have a friend or family member that has lost weight on a low-carb plan. Sometimes they've even lost a SIGNIFICANT amount of weight. All that anecdotal evidence can't be wrong, can it? As we learned in a previous article on this topic, low-carb diets will help you lose weight! There's enough research and evidence out there now to fully support that claim. But is it the 'right' weight, and is it 'safe' weight? Especially during the first two weeks on a low-carb diet, much of the weight loss is attributable to water loss. Falling off the diet, or introducing carbohydrates back into the body, will result in faster-than-normal weight gain from replenished glycogen stores. Another HUGE concern with low-carb weight loss success is whether or not it is 'safe' weight loss. We're not talking about heart health or cholesterol levels, but right now we're discussing fat loss vs. muscle loss. After all, nobody wants to lose muscle, do they? When we talk about wanting to lose weight, it's just understood that we want to lose FAT! On a low-carb diet, it is very possible to lose far too much weight from muscle and not enough weight from fat. (For more information on the distinction between fat loss and muscle loss, go to www.letspickupthepace.com and check out the e-book titled "The #1 Mistake People Make In Their Weight Loss Efforts"). So although our friends and family may have experienced weight loss on a low-carb diet, that fact alone is not enough to convince US to try it too. * CAN WE STICK WITH IT? As we've said time and time again, NO DIET IS GOING TO WORK FOR YOU IF YOU CAN'T STICK WITH IT. The Idaho Press Tribune ran and interesting article in defense of low-carbing (3-25-04, LeAnn Coffelt, Your Health section), where some of the challenges of low-carbing were disclosed: carb withdrawal (compared to nicotine withdrawal), hair loss, etc. Perhaps the most intriguing quote of the story was "One of the silliest things I've ever heard is that you will put the weight back on after you stop the diet. Well, of course you will." Before attempting to lose weight on a low-carb (or ANY) diet, you simply must ask yourself 'Can I stick with it?'. If you love pasta and pizza, then the answer is probably no. * THE MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION Okay, okay, enough talk about the pros and cons of low-carb life! Should you or shouldn't you 'go low carb'? Sorry to disappoint you, but NOBODY can answer that question for you. You, and only you, know if a low-carb diet is something you can stick with for life. There is, however, a list of questions you can (and should!) ask yourself before taking the plunge into low-carb mania: 1) HAVE I DISCUSSED THIS WITH MY DOCTOR? 2) Do I have a family history of heart disease and/or high blood pressure? 3) Do I have a family history of cholesterol problems? 4) Do I have a family history of cancer? 5) Do I think I can stick with it, even through the 'carb withdrawal' phase? 6) Have I scheduled regular bodyfat tests to make sure I am losing fat and not muscle? 7) Do I have a support system in place to help me stick to my new lifestyle? 8) Have I taken the time to EDUCATE myself on the specific diet, or am I simply following the advice of friends? 9) HAVE I DISCUSSED THIS WITH MY DOCTOR? 10) HAVE I DISCUSSED THIS WITH MY DOCTOR? Low-carb (or even no-carb) dieting MAY be safe and effective for you. Only your doctor can help you answer that question. In addition, Low-carb (or even no-carb) dieting MAY be something you can stick with for life. Only you can answer that question. * OUR FINAL ANSWER You didn't really think that we'd conclude this article without a reminder to EXERCISE, did you? After all, EXERCISE IS THE ONLY THING THAT ALL THE DOCTORS AND EXPERTS DO AGREE ON! Melanie Polk, RD, is the Director of Nutrition Education at the American Institute for Cancer Research. "We already know how to lose weight and keep it off," said Polk. "It's not a secret: eat less, EXERCISE MORE. Instead of eliminating all carbohydrates, choose whole-grain options and beans with the fiber to fill you up and provide energy throughout the day. Add vegetables and fruits while cutting back on animal protein and fat." Doctors agree that exercise is critical to achieving a healthy fitness level for life. Not just a healthy weight, but a healthy fitness level!! * Copyright 2005 Pick Up The Pace. Permission is not required for the distribution of Pick Up The Pace articles as long as they are used in their entirety, are properly credited to Pick Up The Pace, and are accompanied by our website link: www.letspickupthepace.com. * The information in this article and on this site is for general reference purposes only and not intended to address specific medical conditions. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice or a medical exam. Prior to participating in any exercise program or activity, you should seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health professional. No information in this article or on www.letspickupthepace.com should be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition. Tracie Johanson is the founder of Pick Up The Pace, a 30-minute exercise studio for women, focusing on fitness, health and nutrition for maximum weight loss. Please visit http://www.letspickupthepace.com for more information. 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The Joys of Selecting Wedding Themes
by rosana sammon - Thursday, 14 February 2008, 06:13 PM
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By Amy Spade For the imaginative couple, you may want to break away from the traditional church and reception hall theme. And many more couples are trying something outside of this standard, so youre sure to find whatever the two of you can think of. What do you like? Many couples come up with wedding themes based on where they met or what they like to do together. For example, a couple that met in a particular city may want to celebrate that city, or even hold the nuptials there. Although more extreme, some couples have exchanged vows while jumping out of an airplane or skiing down a mountain. Why not pledge your love in the waters of a tropical island or create a traditional renaissance fair? Make up a list of all of the things that you might like for your wedding. Let it be everything that you could imagine enjoying. This celebration is for the two of you, so let the wedding reflect the couple that you are. Showing off Creating your dream day may be as simple as a few well-placed decorations or an island setting. For a tropical wedding, you may want to stand on the beaches of a favourite vacation place or just decorate the reception hall like a luau. The bridesmaids can wear leis and the groomsmen can wear sandals. If youre looking for a more renaissance themed wedding, then you may be able to capture this with medieval music or entertainmenta jester might be a great addition. Of course, the outfits that you wear will reflect your theme. A bride dressed as Guinevere and the groom as Lancelot would make for beautiful pictures. Try to find the recognizable details in the theme of your wedding and incorporate them into the decorating plan. You may also want to find food that would compliment the theme as well. A roasted pig can make a great conversation piece as well as dinner. And the theme can even begin with the invitations. Try to find a way to signal to your guests the theme of your wedding. Some couples have even had their guest dress the part of the wedding theme as well. Its like a great big costume party and a trip back in time. Of course, dont make it too strange or no one will go along. An alien themed wedding might seem like a good idea, but if the wedding party is that only one that plays the part, then it can be more awkward than anything. But its your wedding! Amy Spade is an expert on planning weddings, and she has written an amazing totally free minicourse on how to make sure that you have the day of your dreams, and avoid wedding day disaster! Get the free course "Your Special Day from Start to Finish" now at at http://www.weddingdata.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Amy_Spade http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Joys-of-Selecting-Wedding-Themes&id=101894 purchase phentermine cod phentermine union pharmacy cheap phentermine no prescription free shipping discount phentermine online
Guide To Sole Proprietorships
by rosana sammon - Wednesday, 13 February 2008, 05:55 AM
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By Richard Chapo Many people starting a business have little knowledge or interest in business entities and thus become sole proprietors. There are pros and cons to this approach. A sole proprietorship is a default business form. If you start your own business and do not form an official entity, you are a sole proprietorship. Congratulations! If you start a business with another person and do not form a business entity such as a LLC or corporation, you are not a sole proprietorship. You are a general partnership. Just thought I would be clear on that. There are some major advantages to being a sole proprietorship. First and foremost, it is very simple. Obviously, you dont actually have to do anything other than get the necessary business licenses for your area. You can just focus on making money with a minimum of administrative issues. This also makes it inexpensive to get up and running. Sole proprietorships are also very simple from a tax point of view. Since there is no official business entity, the finances of the business are handled on your personal tax returns. You report the revenues, expenses and so on with the Schedule C that goes with the 1040 form. Unfortunately, keep in mind that you will have to pay the self-employment tax, a whopping rate of 15.2 percent. If you are not aware of it ahead of time, it can be a killer when tax time rolls around. If sole proprietorships are so easy, why does anyone form a LLC or corporation? Well, there is a major downside. As a sole proprietor, you are personally responsible for all of the debts of the business. This includes debts because the business doesnt make money and you owe a vendor as well as any judgments arising from a lawsuit against the business. Most businesses fail within the first two years, so this represents a very big risk. If you were to form an LLC or corporation, you would be protected from such debts even if the business failed outright or lost a judgment for a gazillion dollars. Many small business people start out as sole proprietors. Sometimes it is an intentional choice, but sometimes people just dont know any better. Either way, this is a fine approach, but you run a huge risk of being personally liable. If you own anything of value, such as a house, you should seriously consider forming an LLC or corporate entity so you dont lose the assets if things go bad. Richard A. Chapo is with phentermine online prescriptions buy phentermine tablets phentermine with online doctor phentermine no prior prescription required
Why Does God Need a Gender?
by rosana sammon - Monday, 11 February 2008, 07:59 PM
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By Olga Moe Why does God need a gender? Cant we, as creative beings come up with something more majestic than biological anatomy? Doesnt the Holy Spirit transcend flesh? I thought that is what the resurrection was all about. It makes me feel like we are children playing with dolls. Here is the mommy, here is the baby and here is daddy whom we obey and who punishes us when we are bad. Isnt that a rather limiting concept? I like to think that the Grace which generates healing and love is a bit more universal, resplendent and powerful than that. Do I believe that the Holy Spirit manifested as a human man 2,000 years ago and showed us a perception which expanded our earth-bound senses? Yes. For humans to incarnate, we have to come up with either a male or female body. I believe the Holy Spirit could just as easily be a female and in many cases has and still does reveal itself as exactly that. The point is, Spirit itself is universal, so the gender of the vessel it travels in is not even relevant. Once again, we are feeding earthly values into our understanding of the Divine. When we do this, such values become as transitory and vulnerable as we humans are.They are further interpreted and reinterpreted by more humans who all have different earthly interests. They become superficial symbols to represent whatever a persons own self interest is at the time. Therefore, we are back into the mire of fleshly helplessness from which the Spirit came to set us free. Gender is a superficial aspect of an entity, almost an afterthought. Maleness (testosterone) does not even inhabit the fetus until after the fourth week of development. Our biological system is set up so that we need two opposing sexes to produce a zygote from which the fetus starts to multiply itself. End of story about gender. It has nothing to do with the soul, with the spirit, with the capacity to love, with the goodness, energy and power of the Holy Spirit. The latter is exempt from such a very carnal aspect of being. Personally, I dont feel comfortable with God having a penis any more than I do with God using a toilet. Also, there is no need for God to go around procreating a bunch of little offspring Gods. I understand that the notion of a mighty loving Source needs to be compared, at times, to a concept that is recognizable. It is like feeding strained food to a baby, it is reaching people at their level of understanding. Fair enough. But are we really that creatively impaired? Cant we conceive of a force more closely related to what it really is? The Christians have always been hung up on male supremacy, so it makes sense that they would push the idea of God being a male. (Notice that the human, perishable, fleshly aspect of Christ is contributed by the woman.) I understand that for their particular culture at the time of incipient Christianity, the patriarchal society was considered to be most preferable. Okay. But here we are talking only of a social configuration. We are not talking about the Spirit which moves and breathes in us and in all living and non living things. We are talking about the energy which we know before we even incarnate, and which we will know after our incarnation has run its course. That seems vast and awesome to me. It seems greater, more nurturing, more loving, more dependable and more Present than the human male ever will be. But maybe that is just my own opinion. Olga Moe lives on an island in the Puget Sound. She is known mostly for her fiction contributions to literary e-zines but recently has begun writing articles as well. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Olga_Moe http://EzineArticles.com/?Why-Does-God-Need-a-Gender?&id=234237 buy cheap phentermine online phentermine without doctor prescription phentermine online next day buy phentermine with a mastercard
Collectible Bears Vie with Collectible Dolls for Collectors' Hearts
by rosana sammon - Sunday, 10 February 2008, 07:10 PM
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By Chris Robertson Collectible porcelain dolls are beautiful, baby dolls are adorable and artist dolls can be breathtaking. But for many people, collectible bears can't be beat for sheer heartwarming hug-ability. Their cuddliness and reassuring eyes are comforting, while their soft fur begs to be touched and squeezed. If you are tempted to start your own collection of bears, or want to find the perfect collectible bear for a loved one, there are a number of manufacturers and artists that create beautiful collectible bears. Among them are: Steiff: These German collectible bears are easily identified by the distinctive Steiff buttons in their ears. Steiff makes a variety of collections, including the Steiff Classic, Steiff Baby, Steiff Collection, and Steiff Cosy. The Cosy collection is affordable, soft, cuddly, and features bears and other animals. Busser Bears by Leeann Snyder: Busser Bears are unique because each face is soft sculpted, and each bear has a "breather nose" that actually has nostrils. Snyder's collections include one-of-a-kind, limited editions, and open editions. In other words, there are collectible bears in every price range for every collector. Annette Rauch: Annette Rauch is a master toymaker whose bears include a signature on the bottom. Limited edition Annette Rauch collectible bears are known for their careful handwork, attention to detail, and high quality materials. Candi Bears: Made by Candi Taylor, these collectible bears typically have a double-jointed neck feature and always have a brand tape strip sewn into the leg seam. Deb Canham: The English designer Deb Canham make miniature collectible bears that are perfect for the discerning collector. Made with German mohair, the bears are made in limited editions specifically for collectors. Each bear is numbered and has the artist's signature. Finhold Gallery: The German Finhold Gallery bears are, by any definition, art. Featuring expressive faces, oversize noses, and soft mohair fur, Finhold Gallery bears are limited editions, one of a kind, or made to order. Gaby Schlotz: Gaby Schlotz began making collectible bears as friends for her dolls, but they became her passion. Her Teddy Collection is made from mohair plush. Most notably, Gaby Schlotz bears are fully jointed, with up to eleven swivels that allow you to pose the bears in any number of positions. All Gay Schlotz collectible dolls and bears are accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity. Chris Robertson is an author of Majon International, one of the worlds MOST popular internet marketing companies on the web. Learn more about Collectible Dolls vs. Bears or Majon's Gifts and Collectibles directory. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Chris_Robertson http://EzineArticles.com/?Collectible-Bears-Vie-with-Collectible-Dolls-for-Collectors-Hearts&id=251199 order phentermine cod phentermine without a dr prescription cheap phentermine with no prescription buy cheap phentermine online net