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Morocco's Treacherous Marathon Des SablesEvery year, the harsh climate of the North African Sahara Desert is the setting for one of the most grueling long-distance races in the world, the Marathon des Sables in Morocco.
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Happy Music: The Top Ten Best Songs to Pick You Up when You Are Feeling SadWhen you are feeling down or troubled or you find yourself stuck in a funk, put on some happy tunes to inspire yourself and shake those blues! Here are ten great choices to bring the happy :)
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TransgressionThis is a sad haiku about a lost relationship. Whose fault was it?
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Relationship Advice for Men: The Importance of Cuddling “After”Why does a woman want to cuddle after sex? Why doesn't she just want to sleep? You can score major points by understanding this phenomenon, guys.
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How Elements Affect Your Zodiac SignCan you predict how well you will get along with others based on your relative signs? -
Grammar Mistakes that Intelligent People Make – Confusing PluralsSome grammar rules are tricky enough to trip up even the smartest folks. Please allow the Grammar Diva to save you from making this mistake!
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My top five interior decorating mistakesEven with an art degree, I, too, have had some epic fails in the field of interior design. Here are my top five interior decorating mistakes, for your reading pleasure...
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He's My AngelA poem for my love.
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SEO Consulting: Increase Traffic to Your WebsiteUsing SEO (search engine optimization) is the best way to increase traffic to your website. Not sure how to do it yourself? There's a consultant for that! -
Facts About Lead and Lead PoisoningLead is one of the oldest metals known and worked by man, but although it is useful, it can be deadly. Here are some basics and history of lead and lead poisoning.
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Review of DatingSiteBuilder.ComInternet dating is as hot as ever, and you can make some serious money by creating a dating website. I looked at a website called DatingSiteBuilder.com that helps you create a dating site, and this is my review.
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Winter's BreathShivery cold meets cozy warmth
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How to Be a Better StudentCollege can be fun, but it pays to take it seriously! Here are some study and work tips that will make being a better study easy and lead to life success.
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Review of EconoLodge Inn and Suites, Wilmington, NCWilmington, North Carolina is a great city to visit, with proximity to several beaches and lots of cool places to visit -- just be careful where you stay.
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A Pair O' Dactyls About PterodactylsA prehistoric subject inspired this example of dactyl poetry. Well, really it was just a chance to make a HORRIBLE PUN. -
Prom MemoriesMy various proms and the underlying quest... -
Relationship Advice for Men: How to Be a Ladies' ManAspire to be a ladies' man, gents? Well the best investment isn't the car or the clothes...it's the bathroom. -
Floating AwayThe little boat was lost...
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Other RoadsI took off down the road today with no particular place to go...
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How to Tell If Someone is Looking at YouHow can you tell if someone is looking at you if they always turn away too quickly for you to catch them looking?
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Relationship Advice for Men: How to Answer the Impossible QuestionsGuys, here is some useful advice to handle one of the most impossible questions: "Does this dress make me look fat?"
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Pictures from the Autumn Glory Festival Parade in Oakland, MarylandEvery year, Oakland Maryland has a great little fall festival called Autumn Glory. These are some pictures from the parade.
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GraceI want grace, the lightness of being The love, the quiet joy in heart
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Translation of Japanese Lyrics from "Love Letter to Japan" by the Bird and the BeeTranslation for the Japanese verse of the song "Love Letter to Japan" by The Bird and The Bee
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Stink BugsStink bugs are trendy right now.
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Why Are the Hummingbirds So Angry?Here's a lingering little taste of summer for those of you who are reluctant to let go of it. Follow along to see why the hummingbirds aren't very happy about the feeder...
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How Elements Affect Your Zodiac SignWhat element is your zodiac sign--earth, air, fire or water? Why do the zodiac signs even have elements, and why does it matter what element your sign is?
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To Pee in the Shower: Is it Okay, or No Way?Is it okay to pee in the shower? Ms. Canary evaluates the risks and rewards.
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Images of Japan: Pictures from Temple at Nikko, pt 2More pictures from Nikko, Japan--these show carvings and other details
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Images of Japan: Pictures from Temple at NikkoThese are pictures we took while in Japan, visiting the temple at Nikko
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"Precycling" is the New Green TrendYou've heard of recycling, but what's "pre-cycling"??
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Pictures of Temple and Shrine in Utsunomiya, JapanThese are photos taken by the author and her husband on a trip to Japan. We stopped at a lovely old temple in Utsunomiya city.
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Three Little WordsWhat three little words would any woman LOVE to hear?
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ProcrastinationI am supposed to be working on a portrait right now, so of course I am crafting incredibly bad poetry instead. At least it's short. Enjoy!
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The Best in Writing: Half Asleep in Frog PajamasFirst in a series of my favorite literary passages, this excerpt from Half Asleep in Frog Pajamas by Tom Robbins is evocative and mesmerizing. Enjoy!
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Best Workout Songs for the TreadmillLooking for some great workout songs to keep you going on the treadmill? Here are Ms. Canary's faves for a jammin' treadmill workout!
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I Miss YouHe's been away...
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Jury Duty in Guilford County, North Carolina: A Play-by-PlayMs. Canary had jury duty back in March, and she has finally gotten around to filling you in. A scinitllating behind-the-scenes look at jury duty in Guilford County.
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 9We have worked through the Greek alphabet from alpha, and now here we are at sigma and tau. Strap into your chariots and get ready for some more vocabulary fun and learning with Greek roots!
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An AC Slacker Hits 100,000 Page Views: You Can, Too!If a slacker like me can achieve page-view success, you can do it The Slack Way, too! Let's increase our page views together!
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 8Improve your vocabulary the easy way, by learning word roots instead of long lists of words! Instead of simply memorizing definitons, learn what words actually mean.
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GratitudeThe secret to happiness is not having what you want, it's wanting what you have.
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Most Romantic Restaurants for a Dinner Date in Greensboro, NCAre you looking for a nice, romantic restaurant for your dinner date in Greensboro, NC? Don't worry; Greensboro has plenty of romantic restaurants for a lovely dinner date.
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Last NightA poem for my dream lover...
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Ode to Krispy KremeWho can resist the HOT NOW sign at Krispy Kreme? If doughnuts (or donuts) are your drug of choice, you will definitely relate to this short poem.
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More Fun with Craigslist: The Weirdest Posts on Craigslist.OrgAli Canary reviews the strangest, funniest and just plain dumbest posts from craigslist.org this week.
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What I Did with My Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) DegreeWhat is a college degree good for? Can a college degree get you a better job? Enrich your life? Here's what I did with mine...
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Three Great Places to Take a First Date in Greensboro, NCIf you're looking for a nice place to go on your first date in Greensboro, don't miss these spots!
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How to Tell If a Guy is Interested: The Hair QuestionAn easy, non-embarrassing way to tell if a guy is interested in you!
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Review of Ross Dress for Less Stores in Greensboro, NCRoss Dress for Less stores are no-frills, but carry pretty fantastic merchandise at even more fantastic prices.
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Easter Lillies - Original ArtworkA still life of Easter lilles in a vase.
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 7We are working our way through the Greek roots, and I am sure you have been spotting new vocabulary words that contain the roots you have already learned. Fun isn't it?
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Jury DutyAli Canary had jury duty today. Here is a lovely poem she wrote about it.
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Which Came First - the Easter Egg, or the Easter Chicken?My Easter Poem!
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A Wee Limerick and a Few Irish Jokes for St. Patrick's DayTune up your green funny bone with this gaggle of giggles for St Patrick's Day!
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A Short Silly Valentine's Day PoemA poem for you on Valentine's Day!
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Image of Valentine's Day - Love-Goddess Venus and Cupid Original ArtThe Roman goddess of love, Venus, poses with her son, Cupid, for a Valentine's Day portrait!
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 6Today's lesson in Greek root words will have you loving it all--and playing a fun new word game!
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 5Another installment of vocabulary-improving, brain-powering root love!
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Classic Batgirl - Original Comic Book ArtThis is my mixed-media illustration of the original Batgirl from DC Comics.
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Lights of New Year's EveLights sparkle, shine, glimmer and glitter. The lights of New Year's Eve appear in all different forms.
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 4Here's another installment of Greek roots to help boost your word-power!
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Image of Hanukkah, Picture of ChristmasAn original pen and ink drawing by Ali Canary
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 3Learning to improve your vocabulary with shortcuts--learning roots instead of tons of new words!
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Images from Autumn Glory Festival in Oakland, MarylandOakland, MD puts on a great little party every October. Here are some pictures from this year's festivities.
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Image of Thanksgiving: Thanksgiving DreamHere is my original pen and ink art for Thanksgiving. Enjoy!
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Oops: A Thanksgiving HaikuA little Thanksgiving mishap. Seriously, don't try this at home.
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Christmas Image: Kitten's First ChristmasAnother picture I did as a holiday card.
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Image of Christmas: Nativity IllustrationI produced this illustration of the Nativity for a Christmas card.
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Micro Story: The Restaurant Across the StreetThis is my AC micro story contest entry, a short short story about an evening that starts out nice...
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Christmas Love Letter to My Mother: The Art of GivingSeveral years ago, I lost my beloved mother to cancer. But what she taught me about art and of giving lives on, at Christmas and always.
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Image of Christmas: Madonna and Child PictureOriginal artwork used as my Christmas card a few years ago.
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The Dealership: A Novel Opening for National Novel Writing MonthMy entry in AC's One-Day Contest for NaNoWriMo.
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Images of PhiladelphiaI lived in Philadelphia for several years, and I miss it quite a lot. Here are some photos I took on my last trip back.
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News Flash! Bat Canary's Secret Identity Revealed!Bat Canary has been deemed too silly to deserve a real writing career, so she is going to have to unmask...a little bit. You can still call me Bat, especially if you want to confound new readers. Why not? It's fun!
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Improve Your Vocabulary-Today's Lesson: Greek Roots, Part 2Today's vocabulary lesson covers Greek roots demo, dox, and dyna. Is it all Greek to you? Well, read and learn!
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Classic Silver Age Wonder Woman Original Comic ArtDC Comics had some great costumes in the Silver Age. Here, Princess Diana is shown with the full-circle tiara, boy-shorts, white belt and red lace-up sandals of the early 70s.
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Trick or Treat: A Halloween HaikuA haiku for Halloween
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Improve Your Vocabulary: Roots, Part OneNow that you've learned the three steps to building your vocabulary, here are some building blocks. Come play!
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"Cornucopia Kittens" Thanksgiving PictureMy original pen and ink design for a Thanksgiving greeting card
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Improve Your Vocabulary in Three Easy Steps: Step ThreeLast time, we discussed Step Two, which was: Reference, but to spare you from having to run for a dictionary every time a new word pops up, you can save a lot of time by getting a handle on Step Three...
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Text of President Obama's Address to the U.N. General Assembly: Speech to Leaders is a Firm Call to ActionIn his speech to the United Nations, President Obama addressed many topics, including nuclear proliferation, the pursuit of peace, the preservation of the planet, and the global economy, as well as taking a few nations to task.
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Semifinals, Group One ResultsOkay, I know the show's over, but the Snark lives on! Results for Group One, plus "performances" by David Hasselhoff and The Muppets on tonight's America's Got Talent!
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Tax on Soda Proposed to Counter Costs of Health Care, ObesityOne of the proposed ways to cover the cost of health care reform is a tax on sodas and other sugary beverages. This is why I think that proposal is more than just so much fizz...
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"Be Yourself" Lovable Halloween Monster PictureHere is my monster, out trick-or-treating on the one night he can just let it all hang out!
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Top Five Books to Read on the PlaneHere are my best suggestions for interesting reading on the plane. Engrossing novels for travel and great nonfiction picks, too!
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Semifinals, Group OneThe first half of the 20 America's Got Talent semifinalists perform, and Arcadian Broad takes advantage of live TV to impart a little truth.
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Chris Brown Begins Community Service Sentence for Beating of RihannaChris Brown began serving his 56-week sentence of community service today, but will Brown be properly rehabilitated?
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Improve Your Vocabulary in Three Easy Steps: Step TwoImproving your vocabulary is not as challenging as you might think. Here is the second of three easy steps to help you become an expert wordslinger!
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Halloween ImagesHere are some of my pen and ink drawings for Halloween.
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Group 4 ResultsYour DVR Diva continues to play catch-up with America's Got Talent. Can she make it before the finale?
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Group 4 PerformsAmerica's Got Talent, I guess, but after Group Three, it's not as easy to tell. More snark for me!
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When Medicines Are the Enemy: The Rise of MRSA and Other Drug-Resistant "Superbugs"Overuse and misuse of antibiotics have created some truly frightening "superbugs" like MRSA and clostridium difficile ("C diff"). Here's what you need to know about superbugs.
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Improve Your Vocabulary in 3 Easy Steps: Step OneImproving your vocabulary is not necessarily a function of learning larger words - it's more about learning to express yourself more accurately. To this end, I will present you with three easy steps to achieving a larger vocabulary. Here is step one.
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September- Back to School, Back to FootballHere is my pen and ink drawing to celebrate the joys of September.
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Group Three ResultsTonight's America's Got Talent features guest performances by Daughtry and Ashley Tisdale, as well as results for Group Three. Come snark with me!
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"Green" Product Review: Wal-Mart's Reusable Water BottleThe reusable water bottle sold by Wal-Mart sounds like a great product for the environmentally-minded, but it has some basic flaws.
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Group Three PerformsAmerica's Got Talent continues the quarterfinals with the third group-who will be the two resurrected acts this week, and will they do better than all the prior returns?
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Text of President Obama's Eulogy of Senator Ted KennedyThis is a transcript of President Barack Obama's moving and eloquent eulogy at the funeral of Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy , for those who did not get a chance to hear it delivered.
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Hotel Room of DoomDon't think you're getting out of here Without a price to pay...
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Group Two ResultsResults for America's Got Talent's second group of quarterfinalists, plus performances by LMFAO and Penn and Teller!
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Group Two PerformsAmerica's Got Talent continues the quarterfinals with the second group of ten, plus two more acts that are back from the dead and ready to party!
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Product Review: Green Giant Just for ONE! Frozen VegetablesI like the concept of a small, easily prepared serving of vegetables, so I bought the Green Giant Just for ONE! single-serve trays in two different flavors. Were they a success? Here is my review...
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Floral Cats #4: Himalayan and Lily-Flowered TulipMy drawing of a Himalayan cat with a lily-flowered tulip, just in case you couldn't tell from the title. Last in the series, I promise!
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Floral Cats #3: Russian Blue and CrocusMy drawing of a Russian Blue cat and a crocus
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Floral Cats #2 ; American Shorthair Tabby and ClematisMy pen and ink drawing of a tabby cat with a clematis flower.
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Floral Cats #1: Angora and Miniature OrchidIllustration of a long-haired Angora cat with a miniature orchid.
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Avon Products Sales Drop, Jobs CutAvon Products, Inc. announced that it will cut about 1,200 positions in response to lessened demand for its products, but Avon is advertising like never before for sales representatives. What explains this seeming disconnect?
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Wonder Woman: Princess Diana vs. The Rockets- Original ArtThis is an original illustration of my favorite superheroine, Wonder Woman.
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Knit Wit: Images of Knitted Textile DesignBat Canary is not only a writer and artist; she is also a knit wit!
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Book Review: J.A. Konrath's Murder Mystery Bloody MaryBloody Mary is young writer J.A. (Joe) Konrath's second book, a murder mystery featuring Chicago PD homicide Lt. Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels. Read my review!
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We Will Have Our Time: Flash Fiction Contest EntryHe had not been expecting a letter...
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: First Group ResultsVoters determine the first semifinalists for America's Got Talent. Did your favorite make it? Also Mrs. Nick Cannon (a/k/a Mariah Carey) performs "Obsessed" and indulges in a little grab-ass with her hubby!
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Yeah Yeah Yeahs Video "Heads Will Roll" a Tribute to Michael JacksonThe Yeah Yeah Yeahs have hit it big with their new single, "Heads Will Roll," and the accompanying video has an interesting tribute to Michael Jackson.
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Why I'm Steamed at Dylan McDermottDylan McDermott's appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon steamed me like a Maryland blue crab. Why am I in such a dudgeon?
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: First Group PerformsAmerica's Got Talent goes live to start the quarterfinals with the first group of ten-or is it?
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Vegas Week, Part Two-The Rest of the Top 40 Are ChosenAmerica's Got Talent makes the final decision that will fill out the Top 40 acts for the quarterfinals
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Vegas Week Begins with CutsAmerica's Got Talent makes sure some dreams are well and truly crushed-AT THE AIRPORT!
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Ancient Egypt Detailed in Book Two of the Histories by HerodotusGreek historian Herodotus offers some insight into the living civilization of ancient Egypt.
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Auditions Draw to a CloseAfter five weeks of auditions, America's Got Talent wraps it up. Did they save the best for last?
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Your August Birthday: Holidays, Traditions and MoreAugust doesn't have any national holidays or well-known religious holidays, but there's more to August than meets the eye, and you will find most of it here!
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: MySpace AuditionsAmerica's Got Talent features contestants who auditioned via MySpace live at...an undisclosed location.
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Opossum: My Temporary, Invisible PetOpossums are cute, but what do you do when one moves in?
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America's Got Talent Features Interview of Susan Boyle by Meredith VieiraBritain's Got Talent's singing sensation Susan Boyle, on her meteoric rise to fame, subsequent flame-out, plans for the future and her own pop idols. Snarky recap alert!
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Fun, Free Things to Do in Greensboro, North CarolinaLiving or staying in Greensboro, NC, on a tight budget? Check out these fun things and free activities to do in Greensboro!
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Auditions Continue in New York, SeattleAmerica's Got Talent auditions continue in Seattle and New York--read recap
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Sexy VampireWhen books and movies are not enough, I sleep in a sexy nightie and sing this song...
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Back to the Big AppleHas New York got more talent to spare? Are you talkin' to ME??
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Senate Confirmation Hearings for Sotomayor Have Confirmed at Least One Thing so Far: Some People Don't Know What Empathy IsSenator Jeff Sessions makes his opening gambit against Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor and has a go at the English language while he's at it
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My Low-Tech LaptopWhat's the safest way to store your original data?
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Auditions - Houston, Pt 2AGT returns to Houston to see if there's any talent left-and there is, a little
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Auditions - Los AngelesFinally, we get to see what they've been saving for us in LA!
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Haiku for All SeasonsA quartet of haiku poems. The Poetry Doctor says take one every three months and enjoy life!
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America's Got Talent Season Four Recap: Auditions - Houston, MiamiAGT descends on the Lone Star State and returns to Miami for more weirdness!
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TV Review: Dance Your Ass Off on the Oxygen ChannelThis reviewer approached the Dancing with the Stars-meets-The Biggest Loser-hybrid with a bit of apprehension, but the show turns out to be worthwhile
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America's Got Talent Season Four RecapAmerica's Got Talent returns to auditions in New York City and Chicago for more weirdness!
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Your July Birthday: Holidays, Traditions and MoreJuly is a great time for fireworks, family picnics and lazy afternoons by the pool. What else is there to celebrate in July? Oh, oodles of stuff!
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America's Got Talent Season Four Premiere, Part 2 RecapAmerica's Got Talent rolls into Miami for auditions and meets a hurricane of silliness!
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Promise FulfilledA haiku.
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America's Got Talent Season Four Premiere Part 1 RecapAGT kicks off its fourth season with auditions in New York City, Chicago and Seattle. Fire up the Snarkatron!
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Economic Stimulus Information for Greensboro, North CarolinaGreensboro, North Carolina, will be receiving funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, also known as the "economic stimulus bill." Find out more about how these funds will benefit our community here!
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No Good Deed Goes UnpunishedThe author attempts to do something pretty awesome, and the results are awesomely unpretty.
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Hybrid Heroes: Original Comic ArtMy original artwork of famous DC superheroes, combined in a whole different way!
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Organizing For the Cheap and LazyAre you overwhelmed by the clutter in your messy, messy house? Don't worry, you don't need super-powers or a small army to whip it into shape. Join me, your cheap and lazy guru, and learn how to do it the cheap, lazy way!
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Setting Up an Interesting Still LifeWhether you are just learning to draw or paint or have many years of experience, a still life is an excellent way to practice your rendering skills. Here are some suggestions to make your still life setup creative, interesting and well-balanced.
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To Those Who Plan to Take Their LivesSometimes life can be overwhelming. You don't have to go through it alone.
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How to Paint New WindowsGetting new windows installed is expensive, but you can save hundreds of dollars in expenses by painting them yourself. This step-by-step guide will show you how easy it is to paint your own windows and save money!
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Your June Birthday: Holidays, Traditions and MoreHolidays, traditions, zodiac signs, birthstones, flowers and more for the month of June
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The Phantom of the OperaHe yearns from afar, but not for long...
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TimeI am alone now, but I have time...
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Sir High MaintenanceJust the basics for this knight, please!
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American Idol Finale: Adam Lambert Outsings Kris Allen, but Who Will Danny Gokey's Fans Choose?Tonight's American Idol Finale gave each finalist a chance to shine with three songs apiece. Adam Lambert proved he is the better singer, but will Danny Gokey's fans put their weight behind Kris Allen for the win?
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 3 ResultsTonight's American Idol results show features Katy Perry, and Jordin Sparks, whose jewelry doubles as a projectile weapon.
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 3 Perform to See Who Goes to the FinaleTonight's American Idol features songs from Aerosmith, Terence Trent D'Arby, Joe Cocker, Kanye West, U2 and One Republic. Plus, Bat Rankings!
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Movie Review: Newly Released on DVD, Seven Pounds is an Overlooked JewelMovie review of Seven Pounds, Released 2008, Starring Will Smith, Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson. Absolutely NO SPOILERS in this review.
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 4 ResultsTonight's American Idol results show features Gwen Stefani and No Doubt, Daughtry, Slash, a performance by Paula Abdul and another really annoying elimination. Get your hot, fresh Bat Rankings right here!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 4 on Rock and Roll NightTonight's American Idol features songs from Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Styx, Janis Joplin, the Beatles and freakin' Foghat, but no Guns n Roses or Velvet Revolver, despite the presence of Slash. Plus, Bat Rankings!
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Misadventure at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and PaulA true, if rather ridiculous account of how I managed to cheese off a nun in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, PA.
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May Holidays, Traditions and MoreCheck out all the interesting holidays and features in May--includes zodiac signs, birthstones and more!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 5 Results: Shocker!Tonight's American Idol features Natalie Cole, Taylor Hicks, Jamie Foxx, and a giant shock at elimination time! Also, Bat Rankings for your Top 4!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 5 Perform Songs from the Rat Pack EraTonight's American Idol uses the Rat Pack as inspiration for a night of standards and crooner faves. Plus, Bat Rankings!
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American Idol Top 5: Kris AllenAn evaluation of American Idol Top 5 Finalist Kris Allen. What are his strengths, his weaknesses, and what does he need to do to get to the finale?
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American Idol Top 5: Matt GiraudAn evaluation of American Idol Top 5 Finalist Matt Giraud. What are his strengths, his weaknesses, and what does he need to do to stay in the competition?
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American Idol Top 5: Danny GokeyAn evaluation of American Idol Top 5 Finalist Danny Gokey. What are his strengths, his weaknesses, and what does he need to do to win this thing?
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American Idol Top 5: Allison IrahetaAn evaluation of American Idol Top 5 Finalist Allison Iraheta. What are her strengths, her weaknesses, and what does she need to do to stay in the game?
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American Idol Top 5: Adam LambertAn evaluation of American Idol Top 5 Finalist Adam Lambert. What are his strengths, his weaknesses, and what does he need to do to win this thing?
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 7 Results, Again!Tonight's American Idol features David Archuleta, an awesome lot of disco divas, and a whole lot of eliminations! Also, Bat Rankings for your Top 5!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 7 Performances, Again!Tonight's American Idol gives Matt Giraud his second chance as the Top 7 rolls through your town yet again. But this time, it's on a disco train! Plus, Bat Rankings for tonight!
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The Differences Between Angelina Jolie and OctoMom Nadya SulemanEveryone thinks OctoMom Nadya Suleman has tried to model her life on that of actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie, but she has gotten a few things wrong...
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Two Faces of Spring: A Call-and-Response Cinquain SetAn entry in AC's poetry challenge for National Poetry Month, two cinquain verses show the dual nature of Spring.
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 7 ResultsTonight's American Idol features Miley Cyrus, Jennifer Hudson, and a whole lotta "anyone could go home," and yet...don't miss this week's Bat Rankings!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 7 Performances, with Guest Mentor Quentin TarantinoTonight's American Idol features songs from the movies, with guest mentor Quentin Tarantino. Plus, get your hot, fresh Bat Rankings for tonight!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 8 ResultsTonight's American Idol elimination makes much of the judges' save. Too much? Plus, Bat Rankings for the Top 7!
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Dumb Stuff I Have Observed, Part 7Amazingly, there's still dumb stuff I haven't talked about, yet. Please read about the very important, top secret dumb stuff!
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The Difference Between a Dollar, a Fin, and a DolphinThere are very important differences between a dollar, a fin, and a dolphin. This handy guide will explain it all for you!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 8 PerformancesTonight's American Idol features songs from the year each contestant was born. Plus, get your hot, fresh Bat Rankings for tonight!
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Drops of SpringA poem about renewal, nature's glory, and wet birds.
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Why Baseball is My Favorite SportA woman looks at men's sports and determines why baseball is the best.
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 9 ResultsTonight's American Idol eliminations give us Lady Gaga and a lady going gaga. Plus Bat Rankings for the Top 8!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 9 PerformAmerican Idol this week keeps the predicted Twilight vs. Harry Potter showdown rolling, but a new voice tops the Bat Rankings for a change-and what a change!
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Earth Day ResolutionsNew Year's resolutions are getting old and ineffective. Let's start a new tradition--Earth Day Resolutions! Resolve to save the environment and you'll be helping everyone, not just yourself, and that's a nice way to celebrate.
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A Beginner's Guide to SushiWould you like to try sushi, even though it freaks you out a little? Let my guide teach you how to properly enjoy sushi, even if you have to sneak up on it!
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April is National Card and Letter Writing MonthRemember how good it feels to get a personal letter among all the crap in your mailbox? Pass that good feeling along this month--here are some ways to make it easy.
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April Holidays, Traditions and MoreApril has some holidays you know, like Earth Day, April Fool's, and sometimes Easter and Passover, but there's more stuff in this Spring month to celebrate!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap of the Top 10: Lil Rounds Falters; Adam Lambert ShinesAmerican Idol's Top 10 featured an amazing range of performances, from spectacular to just plain spectacle, plus Bat Rankings!
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Dumb Stuff I Have Observed, Part 6Ever wonder what non-dairy creamer is made out of?
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American Idol: Season 8 Recap: The Top 11 ResultsRyan promises shocking results. Do we get them?
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 11 PerformThe Top 11 compete with country songs to see who makes it onto the tour. Many surprises tonight, and Bat Rankings for tonight's performances, whether you want 'em or not!
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A Guide to Types of Women's ShoesHere is a quick overview of different shoe styles, plus the answer to the question that has eternally perplexed you: Why are women so crazy about shoes?
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Learning to Draw: First Step? Have the Right AttitudePractice, not magical powers, make a person good at drawing. You have the potential, too!
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 13 ResultsWe find out the New Rule! And two people will go home tonight...or will they?
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Painting Composition 101: Creating a Strong Focal PointTo capture the eye of the viewer, a painting must have a well-defined focal point. Once the eye is arrested by this focal point, the viewer will stay to take in the rest of your artwork.
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American Idol Season 8 Recap: The Top 13 PerformThe Top 13 sing "the catalog of Michael Jackson", which sounds better than the catalog of JC Penney, I suppose. Plus, oodles of Bat Rankings!
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RainbowA poem for peace.
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American Idol Season 8: Wild Card RoundBat Canary called it! The three contestants that were fated to sail through to the remaining three positions in the Top 12 were no mystery, but American Idol offered a twist tonight,thankfully.
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American Idol, Season 8: Results for Group 3 of Top 36Three more finalists go through, eight are chosen as wild cards, and don't miss the Bat Rankings!
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American Idol, Season 8 - Group Three of Top 36Twelve more singers compete for the three remaining finalist spots that will be determined by voters
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American Idol Season 8: Halfway to the Top 12Bat Canary evaluates the sitch thus far, predicts the future players and offers exclusive Bat Rankings for your first six finalists!
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Dumb Stuff I Have Observed, Part 5The dumb stuff just keeps on coming!
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American Idol, Season 8: Group 2 of Top 36 ResultsIt's Judgment Night for the second group of 12 hoping to move on in the competition.
