R. J. Gardiner
I am a college graduate with a degree in philosophy who enjoys sports, video games, reading, and writing.
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Bachelor's in philosophyInterests
Philosophy, literature, sports, mental illness, computers, exercise and fitness, and video gamesMotto
True humility is more attractive than intelligence.Favorites
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My Techniques for Purchasing a New CarThe criteria I will use for purchasing a new car.
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Five great backyard games for this summer: Boring to soaringA look at five fabulous backyard party games.
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Top 10 Father's Day gifts for the golferTen ideas to help make dad's special day memorable.Also published on: -
Top 10 Father's Day gifts for Detroit Tigers fansBaseball gifts for fans of the old English "D". -
The 10 best Father's Day gifts for an Eastern Michigan Eagles football fanTen great gifts to show dad you understand his love of Eagles football.
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The Recurring DreamA poem
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Three outdoor pools for Westland, Michigan residentsGreat places to swim and stay cool
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Best places for lap swimming in Westland, MichiganA look at two excellent indoor pools perfect for lap swimming.
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The Funniest Moms on FilmMy selections for the most hilarious moms in the movies
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Why the Nintendo 64 is My Favorite Video Game Console of All TimeMy reasons for choosing this as my favorite game system
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Best and worst of the 2011 Detroit Lions' schedule: Fan reactionThe three worst and three best games on the schedule for Detroit in 2011
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A Sonnet for My WifeA love sonnet
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Movies About the True Meaning of EasterThree religious-themed movies that make for great Easter viewing.
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Fan perspective: The five greatest draft steals of the Detroit LionsFive of Detroit's all-time best draft selections
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Before you ride: The best bike shops in Westland, MichiganThere are several bike stores nearby that can set you up with a new pair of wheels to keep you gliding down your favorite bicycle paths in comfort and style. Here are the three best in the Westland area. -
Oh, the pain! A fan's look at the five worst draft busts of the Detroit LionsMy picks for Detroit's worst selections
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Review of the 2011 Nissan MuranoA look at the popular 2011 Nissan Murano crossover vehicle. -
Hands on with the Nintendo 3DSA review of the upcoming portable 3-D system from Nintendo.
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Where to ride: Best bike paths in the Westland, Michigan areaAs summer approaches, and with it warmer weather, the thoughts of many a Westland, Michigan resident turn to the prospect of bicycling. -
Are Skill Game Sites a Good Way to Make Money Playing Video Games?An examination of skill game betting sites and how they work. -
Can Anybody Compete with Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony in the Home Console Market?Some potential competitors to the main players in the home video game console scene.
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Review of the Dell Streak 7 TabletI take this new Android tablet for a little test run.
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The Three Best Alien Invasion Movies EverThree amazing films about mankind attempting to thwart aliens. -
Ten Private Destinations for the Solitary TravelerTen remote areas to visit for those who enjoy traveling alone. -
The Ten Best Models Ever Built by KiaMy choices for the top ten models from the South Korean automaker -
Five Special Sights Not to Miss when Visiting Quebec City, QuebecMy picks for must-see attractions in the beautiful city of Quebec. -
New and Improved Storyline for 'Mortal Kombat'The Game Developers Conference has unveiled exciting changes to the storyline of this popular fighting series.
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Review of the 2011 Honda Civic CoupeInformation and review of the popular yet somewhat aged 2011 Honda Civic Coup. -
Why Playing Video Games Can Help You Lose WeightAn explanation of the potential weight loss benefits associated with video games
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Review of the Asus EEE Slate Tablet ComputerA look at this Windows tablet and if it is a serious player in the tablet market
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If I Could Only Choose One Tech Device, it Would Be..The one tech gadget I could not live without.
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Top Three Tattoo Studios in the Westland, Michigan AreaMy choices of where to get inked in Westland -
Is There a Future for Dedicated Portable Gaming Systems?An examination of hand held gaming systems and their competition from cell phones.
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Three Awesome Movies that Should Be Made into Video GamesA brief discussion of movie video games and three films that have great potential to be great video games.
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What Type of Video Gamer Are You?A look at six types of video game players. -
Review of the 2011 Volkswagen BeetlePros and cons of the stylish, somewhat funky 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
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Is it a Good Idea to Pre-Order a Video Game?Some things to consider before pre-ordering that game -
Five Great Stories from the 2011 North American International Auto ShowA look at five upcoming vehicles and their potential strengths
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Three Ways to Make Money with Video GamesThree strategies to turn a love of video games into some extra money. -
Exergaming - A Great Way to Use Video Games to Get in ShapeA description of exergaming and three best exergames available
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My meeting with former Michigan coach Lloyd CarrMemories of when Lloyd Carr came and spoke at my work
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The Five Best Cooling Pads for Gaming LaptopsFive great laptop coolers that are perfect for gamers.
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Top Three 3D HDTVs for GamingThe best sets on the market for the 3D gaming enthusiast.
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How 'Star Wars' Made a Movie Maven Out of MeMy experience with this 70's science fiction masterpiece
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Review of the Crucial 2 GB DDR2 200-pin Memory ModuleMy experience with this memory module
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Fan reaction: Auburn fans will be crying on January 10thWhy Auburn will lose the BCS national championship.
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Top Ten HDMI 1.4 Cables for GamingGreat values on these premium cables.
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Review of the LG 42LD450 HDTVHow this 42-inch HDTV performs
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The Worst Horror Movie-Inspired Games for the NESA look at these five games that are scary due to poor quality, not content.
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Five Music Acts that Should Be Video Game CharactersFive popular musicians and why they would make for great video game material.
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Where to Find Midnight Movies in the Detroit AreaA look at the Main Art Theatre's midnight movie program
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5 Inconvenient "Conveniences"Five devices that actually make life harder while intending to do the opposite.
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Avoid These 10 Passive-Aggressive Behaviors Toward Your ChildTen damaging techniques that parents use that can hurt their children.
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The 5 Best Laptops Under $500 for the Casual GamerGood deals on these laptops for those who don't play hardcore games.
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Top Five Stereotypes in Video GamesA look at this common video game characterizations.
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The Five Best Single Player First-Person Shooters of All-TimeA history of the best in this popular genre, First-Person Shooter (FPS) video games.
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Four great places to watch college hoops in Westland, MichiganMy picks for best sports bars to enjoy a college basketball at
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Why Arcades Died and Movie Theaters ThrivedA brief examination of the parallels and dissimilarities between the movie theater industry and the coin-op arcade industry.
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Review of the Cisco-Linksys AE1000 High Performance Wireless-N AdapterMy observations regarding this wireless receiver.
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Where to get college basketball gear in Westland, MichiganIt's not easy, but there are a few places in Westland to find college basketball gear.
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The five best winter cycling pants for menFive great cycling pants that will keep riders warm even in the coldest of climates
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The best ski jackets for kidsJackets cool enough for your kids to wear that will still do a good job of keeping them warm and dry while skiing
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The top five men's ski pantsThe best five ski pants on the market for men
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Top five men's ski jacketsA list of the five best ski jackets for men
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Top Ten Eco-Friendly Stocking StuffersTen fun toys that are also environmentally friendly
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Haunted OilsAn unwanted painting produces chills
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Halloween Needs at Noir LeatherSome of the costume items I noticed at a recent visit to this rather wild leather retailer.
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The Beautyberry: A Colorful Shrub with the Most Comely Berries You'll FindSome information about this attractive shrub
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Review of the Ooma TeloMy experience with this "phone company in a box" device
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Monday Night Football at the Royal Oak BreweryA night of football and beer at one of Royal Oak's bars.
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Open Mic Night at the Goldfish Tea Room in Royal OakHighlights of the Friday October 15th open mic event.
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Folk and Bluegrass on the Corner of West 4th and Main in Royal OakThe band Petal Shop's performance on Friday, October 15th in downtown Royal Oak
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Does Royal Oak Really Need $1 an Hour Parking?A firsthand look at Royal Oak's downtown parking situation in light of a proposed 1$ an hour parking
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Royal Oak Not Suffering Due to the Indoor Smoking BanA look at how the indoor smoking ban is affecting business in Royal Oak, Michigan.
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Top 10 Coolest Arcade Game Names of All TimeTen fun and memorable video game names.
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My First Home Video Game System: The Magnavox Odyssey2Reminiscences of being a video game-addicted child.
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Enjoying U of M Versus MSU at Rosey O'Grady'sThe fun and excitement of the game as viewed from this Ferndale hotspot
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Biking in Ferndale's Quiet StreetsA look at a great way to unwind in Ferndale
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Rapping at AJ's Music CafeA recap of Friday night's concert
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Ferndale Thrashes Groves 45-13Recap of the Eagles win on October 8, 2010.
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The Java Hutt in Ferndale serving up coffee and WiFi downtownA cool time at this coffee house.
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A fab four in FerndaleA look at the fun and relaxed vibe on a downtown street corner in Ferndale.
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Hands on with the Microsoft KinectHow the controller-less system actually plays.
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The Pros and Cons of Michigan's Proposal 1A brief dissection of the Michigan Proposal 1 on the 12010 ballot proposal. Find out the pros and cons of this Proposal.
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The PlayStation Move Versus the WiiTesting Sony's latest peripheral compared to the Nintendo Wii.
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Opening night at the DIY Street FairThe first night of the 2010 DIY Street Fair in Ferndale.
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Getting Funky in FerndaleDetails of the eclectic art show.
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The Top Five Best Mentally Ill Video Game CharactersA look at some famous pixelated creations.
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Chariots of the Gods: The Best Five Cars Lamborghini Ever BuiltFive super expensive and super cool cars.
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The Worst of 2010: Vehicles with the Highest Repair CostsMy choices for unreliable cars that cost a lot to fix.
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Dragon's Lair: The Greatest Arcade Game I Ever PlayedMy memories of how 'Dragon's Lair' rocked the video gaming world of 1983.
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AlreadyYou are already all you ever will be.
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Alternatives to the iPad: Five Ways to Avoid "iRemorse"A look at five products that are better choices than the iPad.
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How to Improve the Online System of Super Street Fighter IVSuggestions on how Capcom can improve the online experience of the excellent fighting game, 'Super Street Fighter IV.'
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The Five Most Curseworthy Video Game Controllers EverA look at the controllers that rate the worst of the worst in video game history.
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The Danger of Video Game AddictionAn attempt to raise awareness of this potentially tragic condition.
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The 10 Greatest Video Games to Never Spawn a SequelTen great games whose legacies do not include a follow-up.
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The Wicked Three: The Best Three CPUs for a Gaming PCThe three best desktop CPUs for gaming computers.
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The Top 10 RPGs Ever MadeMy list of the best of the best.
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How to Get Your Girl to Grab Your Joystick (To Play Video Games)Suggestions for guys who would like to share their passion of video games with the women in their lives.
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Top 10 Sports Video Games We Don't Want to SeeWhat would those sports games be like if they were painfully accurate?
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My Reservations About Cloud GamingThe potential drawbacks of the heavily hyped technology of cloud gaming.
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Why MadWorld for Wii Didn't Sell as Well as Resident Evil 4A look at what works for mature games on the Wii.
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The Top 5 1080p HD CamcordersThe best full HD camcorders for the money.
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A Simple JobA ghost story.
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How I Lost 60 Pounds and Kept it OffSimple diet tips that worked for me.
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Why You Should Be Eating BisonHealth benefits and information about this increasingly-popular meat.
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Bruins Score Pick of the 2010 NHL Draft with Center Tyler SeguinMy firsthand impressions of why this talented player was a great choice for Boston.
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The 5 Best Affordable WiFi Digital CamerasFive great cameras that allow you to send your photos online in a snap.
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3 Cars Under $14,000 that Ranks at the Top in DependabilityThe best inexpensive, yet still reliable, cars available.
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Should the NFL Cut the Preseason to Two Games?A discussion of the proposed new preseason and regular season formats.
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Seven Substitutes for the Seven Words You Can't Say on TelevisionA humorous look at swearing.
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When Prayer Pulled Me Out of a Dark, Dark PlaceA very personal story.
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Why I Believe in God when His Existence Can't Be ProvenA statement of personal belief.
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How to Get More for Your Used Video Games by Selling Them OnlineSimple tips on how to get the most money for your used video games.
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5 Vampire Games that Really Bite - In the Good SenseMy five favorite vampire-themed video games.
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How to Stop Your Computer Games from LaggingSuggestions on how to get your computer to keep games running smoothly.
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The Three Best Movies Based on Television SeriesThree great movies whose origins were TV shows.
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The Top Three Energy-Saving Color Laser Printers for the HomeSave electricity and get your printing done with one of these three printers.
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Preview of Five Popular SUVs that Will Arrive in 2011The future of the SUV is coming. These five SUVs exhibit better mileage, looks and features.
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Super Mario Galaxy 2 ReviewedFind out of the acrobatic Italian plumber's latest adventure is worth the price.
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The 10 Greatest Game Shows of All TimeMy favorite game shows.
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Three Tips for Avoiding Phishing Scams on CraigslistA guide to how to lessen the chance you will get "hooked" by a phishing scam on Craiglist.
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The Best of the Midwest: Three Super Scenic Drives in MichiganMy three favorite drives in the Great Lakes State of Michigan.
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My Experience with Chronic Iliotibial Band SyndromeThe various forms of treatment I received for this dreaded runner's injury.
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Review of the Husqvarna XT721F Self-Propelled Lawn MowerA look at the good and bad features of this lawn mower.
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The Top 10 Video Game AnimalsMy picks for the most famous animals in video games.
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Three Blazing Wireless Routers Under $50 for Your Game SystemMy choices for the best three wireless routers for a home game console or computer.
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Licorice, Fenugreek, and Chili Peppers for an Upset Stomach?Learn how these three home remedies can help with stomach problems.
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Why is Nintendo Offering a Black Wii in the US?A discussion as to the reasons behind Nintendo offering a black Wii in the US and who might be buying it.
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Three Viral Videos Sure to Make You SmileMy three favorite online videos and why I like them.
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Three Books that Would Make for Cannes-Worthy FilmsThree excellent books and why they would make for epic cinema.
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Five Green Dating TipsWays to consider the environment while wooing that special someone.
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The Top Three Most Romantic Restaurants in Westland, MichiganMy picks for where to go when you want a good meal out and have romance on your mind.
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The Top Three Microbrews in MichiganThree Michigan beers that you have probably never tried before and why you should.
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The Three Best Bars in Westland, MichiganThree get places to eat, drink, and be merry in this "All-American City".
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A Guide to the Racers in Sonic and Sega All-Stars Racing for the WiiDescriptions and opinions regarding the characters in this Sega racing game.
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Review of the Philips USB Powered Portable Notebook SpeakersFeatures and opinions regarding these portable speakers.
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Review of the Logitech V100 Corded Notebook MouseFind out if Logitech's tiny mouse has what it takes.
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Preview of Super Mario Galaxy 2's Coolest New FeaturesMy favorite new gameplay elements for the upcoming blockbuster.
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A Review of the LG Flare Cell PhoneThe pros and cons of this tiny flip phone.
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The Top 5 Video Game Chairs You Can Actually AffordFive video game chairs of varying prices that should satisfy a gamer wanting a more immersive experience.
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The Likely Future of Sex in Video Game ConsolesMy predictions regarding sex-themed games and consoles.
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The 5 Best Netbooks for TravelFive great netbooks that have long battery life and are ideal for travel.
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Westland, Michigan's Fab Four Places to Watch the World CupFour great places to get out and watch the World Cup at in Westland, Michigan.
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My Top 3 Getaway Ideas for Michigan ResidentsA look at three fun vacation packages for people living in and around Michigan.
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Top 10 Landscaping Don'tsTen simple tips to avoid wasting time and money on your yard.
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The Three Best Places to Go for a First Date in Westland, MichiganYes! There are actually three great places in Westland to go on a first date! Read about them here.
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5 Video Games that Will Rock This SummerMy picks for the five most anticipated games of 2010.
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Seven Lawn Diseases and How to Treat ThemMy experience with seven common lawn problems.
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Moonwinks Cafe: A Coffee Lover's DreamA description of an Ann Arbor-area coffee shop.
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What to Do About Fairy RingsSome suggestions on how do deal with this common lawn disease.
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Review of the Embark Flocked Twin Airbed with PumpDoes this low price airbed measure up? Find out here.
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Review of the HP Officejet 7210xi All-in-One Multifunction PrinterIf you're in the market for an multifunction printer, read this first.
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Review of the Notemagix M10 Netbook from Velocity MicroThe pros and cons of this netbook from gaming computer builder Velocity Micro.
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ECTA disturbing memory
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Prison of HeartsA group of friends awake in a prison.
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Sony Takes Aim at the Motion Control Game EnthusiastA look at Sony's recently announced PlayStation Move motion control system.
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Dracula: Undead Awakening for the Nintendo Wii ReviewThe world's most famous vampire comes to the Wii. Is he worth downloading? I check out this WiiWare shooter.
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What Kind of Gaming Experience Can You Expect with a Netbook?A look at how to improve a netbook's gaming capabilities and at the games they can play.
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Review of the Vanguard 22V40FM1 Natural Gas Water HeaterMy opinions regarding this residential water heater.
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10 Things to Never Say in an Online GameA guide on how to keep from being considered the biggest jerk in your respective online game.
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The Five Best Free Browser-Based Role-Playing GamesMy picks for the best free-to-play browser-based games for the PC.
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The Five Best Custom Gaming Laptops Under $1,000A look at five well-equipped, customized gaming laptops for under $1,000.
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Why I Love the Maxthon Web BrowserA look at this customizable web browser.
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Sony is Bringing 3-Dimensional Games to a Console Near YouA brief exploration of Sony's announcement of a 3D firmware upgrade for the PS3 and what it might mean to gaming.
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Florensia: a Free MMORPG with a Nautical SideA look at the pros and cons of this free-to-play mmorpg.
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Ten Commodore 64 Games that Need to Come to the Virtual ConsoleA look at ten Commodore 64 games that would make excellent additions to the Nintendo Wii's Virtual Console.
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Five Improvements I'd like to See in the Wii 2.0Musings on ways to make Nintendo's Wii update worth the money.
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Five Creative Valentine's Day Gifts for MenFive choices that will show your man he's no match for you when it comes to picking out romantic gifts.
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Review Cursed Mountain for the Nintendo Wii: Horror at 27,000 FeetA look at this unique horror title.
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How I Boosted My HDL Cholesterol by 300%What I believe to be the cause of my greatly improved HDL cholesterol levels.
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Top 10 New Year's Resolutions for Tiger WoodsA humorous look at 2010 goals for the famous golfer.
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Five Ways to Ruin ChristmasA sarcastic look at five of the biggest ways Christmas becomes less sacred.
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Puzzle Kingdoms for the Wii: A Puzzle/RPG HybridA look at this recent offering from Zoo Games Inc.
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A Socialist's Take on the Public Option for HealthcareMy rant on how to fix healthcare.
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Beware of Lifetime Powertrain Warranties: My Experience with Saturn of PlymouthA look at how a seemingly great warranty ends up being a really bad deal.
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My Prediction for 2009 NCAA Football Coach of the YearA look at my best guess for NCAA football coach of the year, Houston Nutt.
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The Running Joke of the Collegiate Sporting World: Determining College Football's National ChampionA look at five reasons why a playoff is essential to college football.
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The Witch's Request, a Halloween PoemA poem about the dangers of a will unfulfilled
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Top Ten Halloween Songs, an Eclectic MixHalloween songs ranging from pop to operatic.
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Why Spying on Your Kids is a Good IdeaA look at a couple concerns to keep in mind when debating whether or not to intervene in your child's "private" affairs.
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My Personal Experience with the "Don't Become a Drug Addict Diet"A look at the paranoid diet plan I embarked on after reading a quote from fitness guru Jack LaLane
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Five Fall Landscape ProjectsA few suggestions on things to do in the fall to improve your yard.
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Five Free Things to Do in Westland, MichiganSuggestions on things to do in Westland besides visiting the mall.
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Five Tips to Make Your Shrubs ThriveBasic information on how to keep shrubs healthy.
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Five Ideas for Bay Window TreatmentsA look at some ways to improve the appearance of a bay window.
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Ten Tips to Consider when Planting ShrubsTen important things to remember when landscaping with shrubs.
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Unclogging Your Kitchen Sink Using a Metal HangerA step-by-step process on how to deal with standing water in your kitchen sink.
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The State-Wayne Theater: A Piece of Wayne, Michigan History and a Great ValueA discussion and review of the State-Wayne Theater in Wayne, Michigan.
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Doyen and the Covered OnesA tale of the mysterious visit by an oddly-dressed gentleman and his covered minions.
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Boom Blox Bash Party for the Wii: A ReviewA look at this family/multiplayer offering for the Nintendo Wii.
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Do We Really Care About Child Labor?My views and personal experience regarding use of child labor.
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How and Where to Make Money Donating Plasma in Metro DetroitA brief overview of plasma donation and a look at the only two centers in the metro Detroit area.
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My Opinion of My Primary Care Doctor, Dr. Nusrat Rahman in Westland, MichiganA look at a Westland, Michigan doctor who refuses to play by the rules of the medical establishment.
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The Tahquamenon Falls: Michigan's NiagaraA look at this beautiful natural park.
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Something to Keep You Up at Night: The Top 10 Scariest Movies of All TimeMy picks for cinema's most frightening offerings.
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Separate Dishwasher Rinse Aid: Do You Really Need One?In this article, I describe the results of a test I performed using an all-in-one dishwasher detergent with no rinse aid compared to a traditional detergent with a separate rinse aid.
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We Can Land People on the Moon but We Can't Give Consumers the Cable Channels They Want? Come On!A simple idea on how to improve TV.
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The Ten Greatest Sports Movies of All TimeMy top ten movies about sports.