Steve Simmonds
Past Director Of the Gloucester Urban Development Agency tasked with the regeneration of the City of Gloucester. Past Director of shopping Centre's in England Also chairmain of Gloucester City Centre Management.
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What Does it Take to Earn a Living Online and is it Possible?Is it possible to make money over the internet? Of course it is but first be aware of many of the pitfalls. This is not an advertisment for any opportunities but geniune advice
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My Worst St Valentines Day MistakeEver made a mistake on St Valentines Day try and top this
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Curious Facts You May Not Have Known About Saint ValentineAs we all know St Valentine's Day falls on the 14th February each year but why then and why do we call it Saint Valentine day.
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Death by ChoiceWhat's it like to be diagnosed with a terminal illness especially when it could have been avoided?
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Near DisasterYesterday the 21st December was nearly one of the saddest days in the lives of all real ale drinkers.
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Littlie Known Facts and History of Macy's One of the Longest Running Parades in HistoryHave you ever wondered why Thanksgiving is always held on the fourth week of November?
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Three Choir's Charity Walk Gloucester EnglandEvery year in Gloucester England we hold a charity walk dressed in medieval garb. This walk links Gloucester,Hereford and Worcester Catherals over 135 miles all is completed on ancient medieval footpaths.Three Choir's festival is held every year -
2012 Phenomenon or the End of the WorldThe 2012 phenomenon or the End of the world now the subject of an upcoming film has to do with eschatological beliefs and proposals which insists that the end of the world will occur in the year 2012, on or around December 21
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Hunger in AmericaIn this land of plenty it has become apparent that 15% of all Americans a staggering 49 million, could not afford to eat properly.
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Health Care in AmericaThis year alone brand name drug costs have increased by over 9%. That's an increase of $2 per pill amounting to another 25 billion dollar profit
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America Recycles DayIf like me you were not aware today November 15 is America's National Recycles Day, you can be forgiven. But in a country that creates 251 million tons of trash per year or 4.6 pounds of garbage per person per day I think it deserves a mention
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The Battle of Ia Drang the First Major Battle of Vietnam.Today marks a rather somber anniversary, for on this day November 14th 1965, the first major conflict between the United States Army and the People's Army of Vietnam took place.
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The Rescue of Brownie the DuckBrownie the duck a four month old Aylesbury cross khaki-Campbell normally lived a tranquil life along with her siblings at the bottom of a garden in Abnash Chalford Hill England
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The Best Job on EarthAn Ale Conner was an officer appointed yearly by the court-leet of ancient English communities to ensure that all beer sold was fit to drink. Another part of the Ale Connors job was to ensure that the beer was sold at a fair price and not be to stogy.
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When Did We See the First Fax and Scanning Machines?If you thought as I did that it was in the mid 20th century you would be wrong. Amazingly enough it was in the 19th century as for back as 1864 and one of its first user's was Napoleon III.
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USS New York a Tribute to the Victims and Survivors of 9/11ON this day the 2nd November 2009 history has been made with the arrival of a ship called the New York. She will be birthed close to the USS Intrepid as close to ground zero in the city of New York as possible.
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Rationing in England During the 2nd World WarRationing was introduced very early on the 8th January 1940 and continued well after the war ended, finally ending in 1954 9 full years after the end of the war
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PandemicsThere have been a number of significant epidemics and pandemics through the ages some have even been credited with the destruction of whole cities. So if your thinking of not getting your H1N1shot this may change your mind.
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Halloween Where Did This Festival Come From?Why do we trick or treat and wear costumes? Where did this tradition start in English speaking America?
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The HoneymoonHave you ever wondered where this term came from
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Nothing's Impossible, Go for Your DreamsIf you have never thought anything is not possible watch Susan Boyle proove them all wrong. This lady shows us how to hold onto our dreams. -
The EggHave an egg you have a meal
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LabyrinthLabyrinth A true night of pure movie story telling. David Bowie and Jim Henson have shown what to great artists form different fields can accomplish.
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Easter Egg BreakfastSuch a simple idea but watch the kids smile as they tuck into this chocolate creation
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The Earths Second MoonSuudenly it has been discovere we have a visitor to our Earth. Our Moon is no longer alone we have another. What will this mean to us and our Earth?
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The Prostate the Gland of All GlandsI like most young men thought nothing of the Prostate Gland that was until it was nearly to late. Do not make the same mistake heed this warning and live a long and happy life.
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The CigaretteAs a smoker why do I smoke these things? Set out below are six of the most deadly substances on this planet and yes they are all packed neatly into a small tube for us to enjoy
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How to Fry the Perfect EggOf all the earths foods the egg has to be number one if you have an egg in the fridge you have a meal it might be an omelet, it might be scrambled, it might even be boiled, but once boiled as humpty found out you cannot put it together again.
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The Perfect DayIs there such a thing as the perfect day and I don't mean when we have made million's at work (not that I have) and never will do. What I do mean is that special day, that day when everything is perfect.
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Alfred Nobel Creator of the Nobel Peace PrizeWho was Alfred Nobel and why did he create this award. The answer may surprise you and may be an expression of the grief and guilt felt by Alfred Nobel after the death of his brother Emil. -
Saint Patrick a PoemA short poem for St Patrick's Day
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John Jackson 1924-2002 One of the Greatest Blues Artists of All TimeAs part of National Black History Month the man above John Jackson should be remembered with fondness and affection. Truly the greatest Blues artist of all time
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Breakfast for St Patrick's DayIn order to celebrate the whole day you need to start your day off with a breakfast to keep you going and this was one of the best. Cooked in Ireland, ate in Ireland and enjoyed in Ireland. -
Blueberry Delight a Valentine's MustThe lowly Blueberry one of the worlds most understated fruits has in-fact much going for it and this recipe has to be tasted to believe. So simple to make, this is a must to give to your wife, or partner on Valentines Day.
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My Loved OneFor someone I met in Quebec Canada and for someone who changed my life.
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How to Pour the Perfect Pint of Guinness and All You Need to Know About GuinnessGuinness is an acquired taste but once tasted is truly the best of all beers. You should only drink Guinness by using the method below. ENJOY. -
Strange Beer FactsBeer has been with us for thousands of years. On the way beer has placed itself within our hearts and created many strange stories
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Two American Old Fashioned Cookie Recipes and Their OriginsIf you have ever wondered where some of these old fashioned recipes come from here are just two to enjoy. -
Scottish New Year's Eve Party Whisky Drinks, Food and CocktailsA complete guide to a true Scottish New Years Eve Party. Includes Food Menu, Cocktails and superb Scotch Whisky. We will even show you how to cook with Whisky