K. E. Satyr
I'm a female graduate student studying mechanical engineering at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. I wish I had more time for my creative endeavors like writing, and I write whenever I get time for practice
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University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Bachelor's of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 2008Interests
travel, photography, engineering, writing, playing the drums, playing the harmonica, riding her motorcycleMotto
A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Go to school, get a little knowledge, live dangerously.
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What is a Virtual Assistant?The internet has changed the way business works. Firms collaborate with companies all around the world harnessing local and foreign talent with amazing results. Here's an introduction to how becoming or hiring a virtual assistant can change your life. -
Kevin Smith Tackles Religion (yet Again) in the Highly Anticipated 'Red State'At the 2011 Sundance film festival, Kevin Smith will release his first thriller, "Red State", which exaggerates the dark side of fundamental religious fervor to terrify audiences. The film is already prompting protest and controversy. -
'Big Bang Theory' Star Jim Parsons Takes Home a Well-Deserved Golden GlobeLauded by an Emmy last year, Parsons racks up awards playing TV's funniest abstract physicist, Dr. Sheldon Lee Cooper. -
How to Get the Most Out of Airline Mileage ProgramsAirlines have rewarded fliers for years. They know that you may buy few hundreds or thousands of dollars worth of flights every year, and they want your business. Here's how you benefit from these lavish programs. -
School on the Road: How to Keep Studying and Learning While TravelingPotential employers and admissions departments love applicants with International experience for good reason: people who can thrive in a variety of different environments are useful. However, you should not have to choose between school and travel. -
Most Interesting Cover BandsSometimes, a cover band is just a fun-loving group of musicians who do not want to make their own songs. Other times, they are a creative twist on an old concept.
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The Best Musicals and Their Best ShowtunesThough many never get to see a live Broadway show, the music is still culturally pervasive. A great musical can spawn movies based upon them, sell soundtracks, and keep its songs relevant decades after its live showing goes dark. -
Things You Must Do in AlaskaAlaska is romantisized as beautiful and untamed. This reputation is earned; to this day the state has a unique natural beauty -
Music Sharing and Its Effect on the Music IndustryIn the past couple decades, the internet has become a force to reckon with for sharing massive files, programs, etc. -
The Best Regional Fast Foods in AmericaIn college, my buddy and I embarked on a 3 week cross-country journey. We were doing it to visit friends, see cool sites, and just understand more of the country. One of the highlights of our trip was the food choices. -
How to Hitchhike (If You Absolutely Have To)If you've ever had a car emergency without any communication, or been stranded anywhere, you may have had to hitchhike. It can happen to anyone; so here's how to be prepared. -
What is a Rock Residency?A rock residency is an agreement between a band and a venue that the band will play in the venue for a some period of time. The venue fills their stage with an eager performer, while the performer gets a constant gig and exposure. -
Best Songs from Glee Which Actually Advance the PlotIt may be one of the cheesiest shows on television today. Glee plays catchy pop tunes in seemingly random situations, but has had some incredible musical moments.
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In Defense of the Best Cover SongsA great cover song can be amazing or it can be terrible.
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Hoi An, Vietnam in picturesHoi An, Vietnam was a major trading port in the 16th and 17th centuries. Both historically significant and preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has the laziest beach and most pleasant river next to which you can drink beers for $0.25 apiece. -
Kuala Lumpur Over the Chinese New YearKuala Lumpur is a worldly city, and it becomes even more amazing during the Chinese New Year.
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Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, VietnamIf you want to understand Hanoi and the Vietnamese people, visit Hoan Kiem Lake at 4:30 in the morning, and say 'Good Morning, Vietnam' -
How to Prepare Your Backpacking BackpackBackpacking can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, but packing can be a daunting task. Here's some advice on how to do it from someone who's learned through trial and error,.
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Sapa, Vietnam: Mountains in the VillageOne of Northern Vietnam's most popular tourist sites is Sapa, a small town in the mountains central to traditional villages and hiking trails. -
Why Adult Jokes in My Childhood Cartoons Made Me SmarterIn the last 20 years, children's media have included adult jokes and references. Sure, they can make children's cartoons more palatable to parents, but they can also help introduce children to high quality media.
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Best Punk Bands EverPunk means so many things to so many people. Understanding its nature can be a zen process. -
Where to Find Free Music on the InternetThe internet can be a big scary place when it comes to music: so many musicians recording, bloggers reviewing, and fans cheering or booing. Sure, you could stick with iTunes and Youtube, but where's the fun in that?
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Summer Concerts to Get Excited AboutWith so many summer concerts to choose from, how do you know which musicians bring down the house and which just phone it in?
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Fire and WaterPurple is a mixture
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Where Are They Now: The Great Chuck BerryWidely regarded as one of the greatest artists, guitarists, and musicians of all time, Berry's early recording success and later touring career was punctuated by scuffles with the law and personal friction.
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Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island, VietnamHa Long Bay, which encircles Cat Ba Island, is reputed to be gorgeous. Cat Ba National Park is one of Vietnam's most popular tourist attractions. Here are photos from my visit.
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Vietnam DMZDuring the first Indochina war, Vietnam's demilitarized zone separated the French Union-supported (an later US-backed) South Vietnam from the Viet Minh in the North. The area still suffers today as a result.
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Tiger Muay Thai Traininng CampBesides self-indulgent tourists, Phucket, Thailand attracts serious martial artists wishing to train. This camp coaches hobbyists and professionals who are serious about their fighting
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Koh Phi Phi, ThailandKoh Phi Phi is a fun little tourist island. Like any respectable Thai tourist beach, it's gorgeous and has plenty to do.
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Koh Lanta, ThailandKoh Lanta island is a gorgeous island that does not attract loud, obnoxious tourists. This is how the locals like it.
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BangkokThe name "Bangkok" has become synonymous with tourism and debauchery. There's a lot more to this ancient culture's modern capital.
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Taman Negara National ParkTaman Negara, at an estimated 130 million years old, is believed to be the world's oldest tropical rain forest.
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Melaka Town, MalaysiaBefore Singapore became an essential trading hub in Asia, Melaka Town, in Melaka, Malaysia was an important port that hosted Chinese and Dutch colonists.
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Chinese New Year's in Kuala LumpurBecause of a huge Chinese influence, Chinese New Year's is a series of many public festivals in Kuala Lumpur. If you're in KL for the Chinese New Year, swing by Chinatown
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Cameron HighlandsOne of Malaysia's most amazing tourist attractions is the fragrant Cameron Highlands
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Batu CavesThe Batu Caves are a limestone cave just outside of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, that house bats and a Hindu Temple honoring Lord Murugan.
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Yogyakarta, Java, IndonesiaI heard about the majesty of Yogyakarta's from the Philippines, but my Indonesian friend advised me to only spend a day (if that) photographing temples. 18 hours in Yogya brings you this.
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Gyeongju, South KoreaPicturesque Gyeongju, in the North Gyeongsang Province, is the former capital of the Silla peoples who inhabited ancient Korea, when Korea was composed of Jeolla, Han, and Silla peoples.
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Chickenstock 2010: Bluegrass in the BushChickenstock is two-day bluegrass festival every summer in Alaska. It's a drive (or a chartered flight), but it is worthwhile.
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Banaue, Ifugao, the PhilippinesThis 2000-year old man-made mountain formation is sometimes called the "8th wonder of the world.
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Robbed in Thailand: The VIP Bus ScamMany VIP busses will have a person go under the bus in the luggage compartment and spend the duration of the ride opening all the bags, searching for cash and small variables.
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Hoi An: A Worthwhile Day Trip in VietnamHoi An, in the middle of Vietnam, is known for its mellow atmosphere, including peaceful jungle dining on the river.
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Megan Fox Out of the Next Transformers Movie? Whatever Will We Do?Michael Bay's Third "Transformers" movie will be less foxy in the absence of Megan's heroine. Will moviegoers care? Maybe? Will ticket sales be affected? Probably not.
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Best Scenic Drives of the Western United StatesIf you want to really contemplate and appreciate the "wild west", a lot of its natural beauty is still intact and wondrous in the 21st century.
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Talking to Myself: Adventures in Time TravelEven world-class geniuses get depressed. Wouldn't you look at dinosaurs if you had a time machine?
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Best Educational Websites for AdultsThe internet is providing better ways for people to reach their audience. This makes it easier for great educators to share their knowledge worldwide and for individuals to share academic information.
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The Joy of the Paper NotebookIn the year 2010, when mankind communicates by sending wavelengths of information through space with hand-held computers, there is still nothing like a paper notebook and a pen.
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New Year's in Borocay, PhilippinesBorocay island in the Philippines is not a bad place to spend New Years' Eve.
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Facts About Hybrid Animals: The TigonThe tigon is an interesting lion-tiger hybrid with some unfortunate health issues.
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How to Prepare for a Family Road TripFamily trips can be a great childhood memory if done well.
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Hue: Vietnamese Art and HistoryHalfway up the length of Vietnam is Hue, a city of historical importance for Vietnamese people concerning the 19th and 20th century.
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What is a 'Gap Year' and Why is it a Good Idea?In Europe and Australia, its fairly common for young students to take a gap year between finishing their equivalents of high school and starting their university educations. Why is a gap year a good idea for so many young people?
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Patong, Thailand: The Beach for You If You Love Muay Thai, Ladyboys and Old PeopleA night bus ride from Bangkok, touristy, Patong is the most famous beach in the Phuket region.
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Koh Lanta: Peaceful Island of Diving and Elephant TrekkingKoh Lanta is the beach you visit in Thailand to escape the craziness of some of the more notorious islands.
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The 3 Best Viral VideosLarger internet bandwidths and increased production quality of internet video have resulted in some internet videos that can rival network tv in quality.
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A Sandwich HaikuA humorous poem for the hungry
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A Letter to the RIAA and MPAAMany consumers pirate media because it's easier than the alternative. Why go to the video store and risk getting a scratched DVD when I can download the same movie cheaper and more easily.
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Good Movies You've Never Seen: Married ToIt1991's "Married to It" was met with a cold response when it was released, but this frank comedy-drama can make you laugh until you cry and then cry until you laugh.
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Koh Phi Phi, Thailand: Rock 'n' Roll All Night, Adventure EverydayOff Thailand's East Coast, Koh Phi Phi offers diving adventures, gorgeous beaches, mischievous monkeys, and one hell of a nightlife
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Khaosan Road: Any Little Evil Your Heart DesiresFor pleasures chemical and sexual, there are few places on Earth as well-known for their sinful indulgences than Bangkok, Thailand
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Malacca Town, Malaysia: A Delicious Mixing PotMalacca Town, Malaysia is a port town where many cultures mixed, resulting in a laid back river town
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Street BikesThis is a haiku I wrote while watching a fat tourist mount a display motorcycle in the middle of a resort mall.
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RIP, Roadrunner: A Tribute to My First CarDriving around in my Roadrunner made me feel like the world was mine and like I was free.
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Taman Negara: The World's Oldest RainforestIn Malaysia's Taman Negara, you can trek through the world's oldest rain forest on the lookout for tigers, elephants, monkeys, and other wildlife.
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Cherating: Malaysia's Secret Beach TreasureMalaysia's Cherating is a peaceful, laid back artsy surf town, where a tourist can feel like a local
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Malaysia's Cameron Highlands: The Rafflesia in BloomOne of the best places to visit the blooming rafflesia, in this writer's opinion, are the mountains of Malaysia's Cameron Highlands. This mountain resort town has good food, great hiking, and several worthwhile tours.
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Love and Dating: Part 1: The Teenage YearsJust a little poem commenting on society's views on dating, and teenager's judgment of one another.
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Singapore Changi: The Best Layover of Your LifeSingapore's Changi Airport, Asia's fifth busiest airport, is almost a destination in itself.
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Bukit Lawang: Tourists Come for the Orangutans, Stay for the Jungle LivingBukit Lawang is home to an authentic jungle orangutan preserve. Once booming with tourist business, a flood has robbed the town of lives and revenue. A visit is still a lot of fun and worth the trek into the jungle.
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Bali, Indonesia in the Off-SeasonTropical island paradises can become even more attractive when crowds are few and prices are low. Here I recommend some awesome activities.
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Indonesian Cuisine - Bat, Monkey, Turtle, Assorted ReptilesI had only been in Jakarta for three days when my host suggested we try some of Indonesia's more interesting delicacies.
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Cartoons Are Better Than They've Ever BeenOver the years, cartoons have become more sophisticated as cartoon-watching kids have grown up and created the kind of cartoons they would have wanted to watch as kids.
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Asian T-Shirts - Lost in Translation?My personal theory on why shirts produced in many Asian countries have the craziest English expressions on them
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Guy LoveThis is my story for Associated Content's assignment to create a short story based around a song. I chose "Guy Love" from the musical episode of the tv show "Scrubs" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL4L4Uv5rf0
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Years to Rebuild: Why Haiti Will Not Be Recovering Any Time SoonEverynody is doing what they can to save lives in Haiti right now, but the quality of life in Haiti will take decades to recover unless some sort of change takes place.
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Song of Doubt [Short Story]Our perception of the world can change our perception of songs. Our perception of a song can change our perception of the world.
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Haiti: Mission Critical; Money is NeededA natural disaster shows no mercy on one of the smallest and poorest nations on Earth. The only thing that can save Haiti is human mercy.
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Should I Give Him My Phone Number or Get His?The dating world can be complicated. Times change, and so do cultures, phone technology, and societal norms. What are you supposed to do?
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Banaue, Ifugao, the Philippines - Rice Terraces, Hiking, CultureIf you're going to the Philippines and are especially partial to beautiful vistas and hiking, take a trip to Banaue.
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Finding a Place to Sleep While TravelingWhen you travel, finding a place to sleep can be a hassle. Here are some tips.
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Stupid Movies - Observation on Human BehaviorWhy are the most idiotic of entertainment options irresistible?
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Lovng SpiritThe holidays are about the people who matter.
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Saving Money on Gadgets: Buy Only What's Right for YouSo many people go crazy when any cool-looking new piece of technology flashes before their eyes. (I'm looking at you, Apple fanboys and girls). Don't buy what you don't need.
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My Top 10 New Year's ResolutionsNew Year's resolutions are a time for self-reflection, personal examination, and a deep commitment to personal improvement. Funny
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The Five Dollar BillWe'll never know how the money we spend affects our community.
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How to Prepare for Life in South KoreaSouth Korea is a fairly homogeneous culture, which foreigners may have a hard time understanding. Here are some points that will help you.
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How I'm Going to Keep My New Year's Resolution: To Learn Conversational MandarinThis year, I'm going to try to learn Mandarin. My goal is to be able to have a simple conversation in Mandarin before I go back to America next Christmas. Here's how I plan to do it.
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Toy Airplane - Some Thoughts About the Effects of Toys on Our LivesWhen I was a kid, my dad bought me a toy airplane. I don't know why, and I don't understand how far this toy has affected my life.
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5 Original New Year's ToastsIf you're hosting a New Year's party and don't know how to start toast, here are some ideas to get you started
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The Pusan International Film FestivalEvery Year, in early October, Pusan holds its annual film festival. If you're in the area, check it out.
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Spontaneous Travel: A Weekend with XKCD NerdsSome of my best friends are nerds
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TurkeyMy submission to the turkey haiku contest
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Why I'm Giving Thanks This YearEvery year I try to take time out from my life to reflect on my blessings.
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I Lost My Job Because of Swine FluIn South Korea, swine flu is a huge concern in the childhood education industry. I lost my job because of a decreased demand for my school's services.
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[Not] Home for the HolidaysSometimes you can't be with the ones you love around the holidays. Sometimes you've got to love the ones you're with.
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Good-Bye PartyRevenge Is Sweet
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Autum Leaves in Gimhae, Gyoungnam, South KoreaAsia has gorgeous fall foliage too
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Letter to Santa (From Maura, Age 23 1/2)A long overdue letter to someone I used to write anually.
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10 Things to Do on Jeju IslandWith so many activities, Jeju Island can be a vacationer's paradise. The more relaxed traveller can lie out on the beach while adventurers can go hiking and explore caves.
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Top 10 Webcomics on the Internet TodayA lifelong comics geek reviews her favorite webcomics.
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Unusual Foods in the USAIn a country primarily composed of a wide vairety of immigrants and their descendents, you're gonna get some strange foods
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Tips for Staying Active in the WinterLess sunshine and colder temperatures can make you less likely to want to get out and stay active. Follow these tips to stay in shape.
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My Favorite Budget Hotel: Hyatt Summerfield Suites, Burlington, MassachusettsChristmas time in New England with the grandparents is even better when staying in a comfy business hotel.
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Finding Inspiration in Travel: The Kindness of StrangersKindness from strangers can be the best thing you find wherever you roam
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How to Use Twitter (if You Absolutely Have To)Twitter's uses may have not been abundently clear when it hit the market, but for some, its potential is untapped.
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Top 10 Christmas Rock SongsFrom the 1950s to the present, rock is alive, kicking, and awesome for celebrating the holidays with loed ones
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Top 10 Country Christmas SongsIt may not be your favorite genre, but every Christmas playlist should mix it up with different types of music.
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Top 5 Travel Guide WebsitesTravel with a good guide for maximum funness
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Top 5 Websites for Cheap Air TravelTravel can be pretty cheap when you know where to go for great deals
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Growing Up with ADHDBetween three and seven percent of school aged children have ADD or ADHD these days. My struggle may not be unique, but it also has not been easy.
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Top 10 Halloween Thrift Store Costume Articles from Associated ContentAssociated Content is full of so much great advice that sometimes it's difficult to sift through to the best of the best. Allow me to assist you in finding the frugal Halloween costume of your dreams.
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Top 10 Disney Movies with PrincesSomething about royalty captures every kid's imagination and makes girls want to feel beautiful and graceful and boys want to be handsome and gallant.
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Top Halloween SpecialsHalloween commercialization has gone the way of Christmas: so why don't you sit back and watch some TV?
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Top 5 Books to Read on a PlaneAirplanes and Airports can be extremely stressful, so try to relax with a good book
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How I was Robbed in EuropeTravel experts always warn people against pick-pockets, but they get you when you let your guard down and think you're safe.
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Alternatives to Candy for HalloweenThere are many reasons consuming copious amounts of candy is a stupid idea. It can cause tooth decay and aggrevate diabetes. Here are some alternatives
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CampingMike, Sarah and Kasey are just three more careless young people visiting the infamous Kilgore Woods.
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Some of the Top 5 Kinds of Trendy Baby NamesWhat you decide to name your kid is a decision that will last a lifetime
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Book Review: Jonathan Safran Foer's Extremely Loud & Incredibly CloseMany people died in the attacks of September 11th. Some of them were jewelers, fathers, sons, husbands, and great men.
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Deciding to Teach English in AsiaSpending a year teaching English in Asia can seem daunting, but it can become home if you are comfortable in your new surroundings.
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Top 5 Ways to Keep in Touch While TravelingWhen you're on the road and away from loved ones, the world can seem lonely. Here's some advice for keeping in touch
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What Makes Associated Content so AddictiveI got myself a new addiction. The only cure is more writing.
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1990s Halloween Costume IdeasThe 1990s were about progressing forward, moving forward and general improvement, dotted with many embarrassments.
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Top 5 Sports MoviesSports isn't just about games. It's the dizzying ecstasy of victory, and the crush of defeat. What better subject for a movie?
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Totally Radical 1980s Halloween CostumeThe 1980s were fun, decadent, and wild. Relive, or vicariously apprectiate what you've missed with these fun costume suggestions.
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My Summer at the Washington CenterMy experience working for the Washington Center was valuable but intense.
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Top 5 Road Trip Car GamesLong car trips can be a real bummer if you're bored.
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The Top 10 Sports SongsNeed to get pumped for the game? Players and fans know the need for the perfect jam when it's time to play
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Top 10 Halloween Party SongsThrowing a halloween party and need some suggestions for rockin tunes?
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Jeju Island's Word Sex and Culture MuseumIf you're visting a place known as a 'honeymooner's paradise', you should definitely check out this sex-themed museum.
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Hiking Mount HallasanTo appreciate the true beauty of the volcanic Jeju Island, hike Mount Hallasan.
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Horse Racing in BusanBusan Horse Park can be a great way to while away a lazy summer Sunday afternoon
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Jeju Island's Mount HallasanSee a gorgeous picuresque island from the biggest mountain in South Korea
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Jeju Island World Sex MuseumIn a beautiful tropical paradise frequented by honey
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The Busan Race Park in South KoreaOn an average Sunday in the Summertime, a day at the races is the perfect day.
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What is My True Purpose in Life?Many people wonder about their purpose in life. I will explore this question myself in 20 minutes. Sit back and enjoy the ride.
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Michael Jackson: No Longer a Living LegendAnyone can die at any time. So why do people think that people can die "too early"? An ode to Michael Jackson
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How to Subscribe to RSS Feeds with GoogleIt's easy to create your own personal newspaper with RSS feeds and Google reader. It's also a faster way to check the websites you read every day.
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South Korea: A Great InvestmentSouth Korea is an quickly developing country due to its good education system, strong work ethic, and dedication to capitalism. Its economy is sure to grow by leaps and bounds over the next few decades, making it a great long-term investment.
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Best Rock Bands of the Last Ten YearsThe 21st century is bringing many new sounds for rock music. Blending old genres and the advent of the digital music age has made modern music exciting.
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Top 10 Rock Bands of All TimeThey wanna hold your hand. They want to break free. They wanna sniff some glue. They wanna be where the bands are. These are the greatest bands of all time, and they are about to rock (I salute them).
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Top 10 Female Bands of All TimeAsk your average rock fan to name 10 of their favorite of bands of only girls, and chances are he or she will come up short. That doesn't mean that rock music hasn't graduated several classes of talented, tough, wonderful women.
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Guide to the Top 10 Female Vocalists of All TimeIt takes a lot to be a good woman singer. Some know pain, some know soul, and some know how to rock. All the following women know how to belt out a tune.
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The Harvard Classics: An Invaluable Education for FreeThanks to the internet's ability to make information readily available, its easy to find text and audio versions of the Harvard classics, to use to get a time-honored liberal education at your convenience.
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Review: The Spin Doctors' "Pocket Full of Kryptonite"The Spin Doctor's "Pocket Full of Kryptonite" is definitely worth a listen.
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Top 10 Classic Country SongsCountry music is honest, candid, catchy: something to listen to love, cry to, and dance to.
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Film Review: George Axelrod's Lord Love a DuckThis George Axelrod classic features Roddy McDowell in a wonderful jab at pop culture of the 1960s.
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Capture the FlagSometimes guts and glory and alcohol get in trouble. Sometimes you just have to show more respect for your flag.
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Movie Review: 1987's: Raising ArizonaBefore Fargo, The Big Lebowski and No Country for Old Men, the Coens gave us this feel-good ride, complete with baby snatchers, wife swappers, good-hearted criminals, and fast tongued-hayseeds.
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A Small Woman's Guide to Traveling AloneI'm a woman who has traveled alone and wants to help other women do likewise. These hints will help teach you how to go without fear but with the right amount of caution.