Monthly Archives: July 2009
2 Methods of Taking notes
Help your child to find a method of note-taking that works for her. There are a number of different note-taking methods:
The two-column method
This is a valuable study tool when taking notes or preparing for tests. Here is how to use the two-column...
the privilege of living alone
My closest friend is now preparing to move to his newly rented apartment. The place is not as big as his parents’ house, but it will give him the privilege of being independent. For years, he has been seeking ways to exit his parents’...
wiffy interested with books?
I am not pretty sure why wiffy suddenly became so interested with books. For one year of being together, I haven’t seen her reading any book. And, now out of nowhere she just wants to buy as many books as she can. It’s not a bad...
dishwasher saves water?
Do you believe your dishwasher saves water? Trust me! If you only run it when it’s full, it does. Try to use appliances like washers and dryers when they’re completely loaded to avoid wasting energy and water. Believe it. Fill them...
problem with expenses
Due to the many expenses we incurred this month, we literally run out of money. I don’t regret since for the first time in my life, I was able to buy appliances for my own. Don’t get me wrong this is the first time; I live outside...
all I can do for him
When my friends ask for favors I seldom say no for an answer. Of course, there is limit to what extent they can get a yes from me. Well, the latest one asks if I could recommend a store that sells pond supplies. Thank goodness I am an online...
natural remedies for allergies
Are you a slave to Claritin? Break free with natural remedies. They can be just as effective as allergy drugs, but usually have fewer side effects, so you can unchain yourself from the tissue box without resorting to synthetics. Here are few...
delighted with my present
Sister is finally home again after a two week vacation. I am delighted with my present. She bought me a new watch. I am not expecting it, but I am happy that she remembers to give me one. She actually says that she had bought several Naot sandals,...
a duckling at home
Last few weeks, wiffy’s brother brought a duckling home. He bought it from a vendor outside his school. The kid loves the duckling’s funny antics. It’s such a relaxing view to see him moving around and following them whenever...
Does Drug That Extends Life in Mice Good for Humans?
According to a study published on July 8 in the journal Nature, a natural compound used as an immunosuppressant in organ-transplant patients has been found to extend life in mice. Aging mice that were given the substance, rapamycin, lived significantly...
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