Christina M.
I've always enjoyed all aspects of the arts and I'm continuously pursuing anything that obliterates the ordinary limits that society has placed on artistic achievements.
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How to Showcase Your Research in a Job InterviewMost interviewers will start by asking a job candidate what they know about the company they are interviewing for, and if you know how to present your research information, you will stand out from the other candidates.
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How to Answer Weird Interview QuestionsYou might not be prepared to answer questions about aliens, ice cream, and superheroes in a job interview, but you might want to give strange questions some thought in case you are asked nontraditional interview questions.
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Mr. K's Offers Books and Music at Discount Prices in Asheville, NCIf you're looking for a selection of inexpensive books and movies in Asheville, North Carolina, Mr. K's is a great place to start.
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Books that Make You Feel SmarterIf you want a book to be entertaining and improve your knowledge of any topic, this article is for you!
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Amnesty Week a Success for Port Charlotte Libraries in FloridaCharlotte County libraries held their first-ever Amnesty Week from October 27th to November 1st, allowing patrons to return long lost items, clear up old fines, and make donations to homeless shelters and animal shelters.
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Baking Tips You May Not Have Heard of BeforeFor those who want to give their favorite recipes an added kick of flavor, these tips can make a tasty dish even better!
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Gift Ideas for Obama FansWhether for Christmas or any occasion, there are a number of gifts you can get for an Obama fan. These gifts can be homemade or store bought, and can fit any budget.
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Going Beyond Gifts This SeasonMost people don't have much of a budget for this holiday season, or don't have one at all. There are various things, however, that people can do besides buying gifts that someone may or may not like.
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Unusual Wedding FavorsYou name it; it's a wedding favor. But if you're looking for something unique for your wedding, here are a few ideas and places where you can get what you want.
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How to Support a Political Candidate Beyond VotingAlthough I was unable to vote for Senator Barack Obama, I found other ways to support his campaign.
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Late Library Fines Can Effect Your Credit RatingThink your late library fines won't come back to haunt you? Think again. Libraries are using collections agencies to get their money back. -
How to Be a Movie Buff Without Busting Your WalletMovies have become pricey, but there are ways to remain a movie buff and save money, without having to sacrifice much (or anything at all). -
Pro Obama and Biden HaikusWith this historical race, it's easy to see that everyone's become inspired, and here are a few Haikus that reflect the tone and direction of the Obama/Biden campaign.
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50,001 Best Baby Names ReviewPart Four is made up of various lists, including "Names Celebrities Give Their Babies", "Derived from Literature", and "Girlie-Girl Names".
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Ugly Dog, Jewelry, and Baby ContestsPeople have the opportunity to turn their jewelry, dog's, or baby's unslightly appearance into prizes with contests designed to find the ugliest of the ugly.
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Philosophy in Everyday LifeWhen I started learning about philosophy in college, I found that it applies to everyday life, and for everybody.
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Hubris Tracks Origins of the Iraq WarTwo reporters track down how the Iraq war began, with insider information about politician's secrets and informer backgrounds.
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Shut Up, Stop Whining, & Get a Life ReviewLarry Winget, "The Pitbull of Personal Development" gives self-help a kick in the rear in this book.
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Strange and Unusual PhobiasWhile some of these fears are rare, I can vouch for gamophobia, the fear of marriage, because I have it.
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Actresses Who Changed the Female ImageThese leading ladies still have an influence on fashion, beauty, and women's attitudes in general. -
Dethklok - The Most Popular Fake Band Since Spinal TapThe fictional band from the animated series Metalocalypse has become a best-selling metal band, with a limited deluxe edition still in demand.
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Tattoo Ideas that You Won't Regret LaterWhether it's your first time getting inked, or if you're adding to your body art, it's important to pick a tattoo that fits you, and that you won't want removed years later.
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How to Enjoy the Bible If You're Not ChristianAlthough I've lost my Christian faith, I still find the Bible fascinating. -
Human-like Robots and the Uncanny ValleyWhenever I saw a news report showing a realistic, human-like robot, one that could blink, move, or smile, I would first be impressed, then repulsed, and even afraid.
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My Worst Job: A Bank TellerI've worked retail, fast food, office and clerical work, and customer service, but no horror stories from those jobs match the ones from when I was a bank teller.
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I'm Adopted, and Who Cares?I've never understood why adoption has become something of a four letter word in a family structure.
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Why Pulp Fiction Should Have Won Best PictureQuentin Tarantino's masterpiece launched the careers of the director and the stars, while resurrecting John Travolta's iconic status and changing filmmaking in general. -
Will Ferrell's Best Movie RolesHe makes an impression with every role he has, no matter how big or small, but his best roles have produced unforgettable characters and quotable lines. -
What is Ockham's Razor?Ockham's razor is the argument that in order to understand something, we shouldn't invent elaborate explanations that use useless information.
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Code Pink's Anti-War AnticsCode Pink has recently grabbed headlines after Pink protester Desiree Anita Ali-Fairooz approached U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice with fake blood on her hands. -
Do You Have a Google Twin?A Google Twin, or Google Ganger, is the person you find when you enter your name in Google and see their information instead yours.
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Nextel, Avril Lavigne and Other Over-Hyped RipoffsExpensive walkie talkies, tap water in a fancy bottle, and pop stars who insist they are rock/punk icons are just a few of the creations from advertising giants made to con us out of money and worthy attention. -
Were the Poltergeist Movies Cursed?After four cast members died and strange occurences happened on the sets of the three films, people began to wonder if the Poltergeist movies were cursed. -
What Motivates Arsonists?With the recent discovery that the devastating California fires were started by arson, law enforcement agents and profilers are looking for the person who started the fires. What sort of person would intentionally set these fires, and why? -
Gay Tolerance a Deciding Factor for Foster Parental RightsA British couple who have taken twenty-eight foster children in their home have had an eleven year old taken from them because they refused to teach him tolerance for gays.
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The Stories of Santa's Scary CompanionsSanta's worldwide image is of a jolly, round man who delivers gifts to children. What's not so well known about the legend of Saint Nicholas is the story of his travelling companions, which include two frightening characters who punish bad children. -
J.K. Rowling Reveals that Major Harry Potter Character is GayLast night J.K. Rowling, author of the wildly successful Harry Potter series, revealed that Dumbledore was gay and in love with rival Gellert Grindelwald.
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Last Minute Halloween Costume IdeasBefore you shell out money for an expensive costume, look around your house first. The perfect costume might be hiding among your regular clothing.
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Does Christmas Season Start Too Soon?Most people object to having Christmas displays out before Halloween, but according to retailers, sales opportunities are too good to pass up putting up Christmas decorations in the fall. -
The Lindbergh Kidnapping is Revisited in The TrialTold through quiet, effective prose in poem form, "The Trial" tells the story of Katie Flynn, a young girl who lives with her mother in Flemington, New Jersey. It's in this town that the famous Lindbergh kidnapping trial took place in 1935. -
Two Mystery Novels for a Reader Who Doesn't like MysteriesI don't generally prefer the mystery genre, so finding two mystery novels that piqued my interest was unusual, and this might be because they are both so different from the typical mystery novel. -
America's Most Haunted HousesWhether or not people believe in ghosts, haunted houses are a huge tourist attraction for those who are interested in other realms or history. Haunted houses act as museums, hosting old relics and fascinating stories. -
Why Does Halloween Keep Getting Banned?Halloween, or All Hallow's Eve, often brings about images of trick or treaters and spooky decorations. Still, the holiday is a sinister one to some groups who try to ban the celebration of the holiday. -
The Best Bushisms (so Far)Whether you love him or hate him, there's no denying that George W. Bush has an interesting way with words. His word inventions or mix ups provide fodder for late night comedians and can leave listeners scratching their heads. -
Do You Have a Zombie Escape Plan?Every horror movie fan has a "zombie plan", which is a survival plan to use if the dead rise to hunt the living. With the rise of terrorism and recent natural disasters, survival plans are an essential asset to anyone who wants to be prepared for any sort of disaster. -
Why I Refuse to Wear My Name Tag at WorkWhile I understand the need to offer a reliable identity to those I serve and attend to, I don't see the need to offer my full name and thus expose myself to possible unsafe situations. -
How I Lost My Love for Comedian Dane CookI was surprised when I didn't see Dane Cook listed among Radar Magazine's recent Overrated List. -
Want to Send a Hint, Cheer Someone Up, Get Rid of a Pest? Hotlines and WebsitesThere are plenty of websites and services than can assist that person in rejecting a date or letting someone know about an odor problem, and keep the sender anonymous. -
Crooked Little Vein: Noir Detective Story Reworked in Warren Ellis's Novel"Crooked Little Vein" is without a doubt the weirdest book I've ever read, and easily among the most fun (and disturbing). -
How to Hepburn Teaches Women How to Be "Brash"fascination with the Hepburn lifestyle and philosophy is the driving force behind "How to Hepburn", a book filled with tips "for getting your Hepburn on" - "say what you think", "find danger exhilarating", and "find yourself fascinating". -
Banned Books Week (September 29-October 6) Celebrates the Freedom to ReadCertain examples of banned and challenged books come without surprise; Mein Kampf is a banned book, as is The Anarchist Cookbook. Other choices can surprise readers - The Wizard of Oz, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and The Diary of Anne Frank are a few examples. -
Weirdest Fall TV ShowsWith the success of such fantasy/supernatural shows as "Lost" and "Heroes", the networks are looking to enhance their fall lineups with shows that are unusual. Some have interesting twists, some are downright weird. -
Does the Full Moon Really Have an Effect on People?What is the reason for the apprehension of other people when the moon is full? Is this fear mere superstition, or do we actually respond to moon phases? -
The Emmys Go GreenThe fifty-ninth annual Emmy awards show ran a campaign called "Green with Emmy", as the show was environmentally conscious about every detail. -
Whirligig: Paul Fleishman's Tale Has Great Plot but Bad DialogueWhirligig is the first book I've read in a long time that really disappointed me. -
Best Movies Featuring the Seven Deadly SinsMost memorable movie characters are sinful in some way, but in this list, they've taken it to the next level, with hilarious (or disturbing) results. -
Young People Are Broke, Not Greedy: Generation 2.0's Supposed Greediness is Just a Desire for a Better LifeWhile it's true that greedy young stars like Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan are known for excesses and vanity, no one seems to focus on the idea that my generation dreams about having money because most of us are broke. -
An Agnostic Reads Christian Fiction (and Likes It)I thought all of Christian fiction had a boring storyline: someone has the perfect life, then something horrible happens, but they find God and then everything's okay again. I was completely wrong.
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The Ignored Market of Stepparents in Greeting Card CompaniesThe scenario is always the same, each time. I'll go into a card store or the card section of a retail store and look for the stepparent cards. The selection is always lousy - oversentimental or cold and distant...those are the choices.
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The True Story of The Radioactive Boy ScoutDavid's scientific fascination gave way to obsession, and thus led to his homemade nuclear reactor. His project eventually led to the United States Environmental Protection Agency taking apart the shed and burying the radioactive contents in Utah. -
Top Five Actors Turned DirectorsThis list focuses on my personal picks for top actors turned directors, considering their achievements as directors and not their acting abilities (although some do act in their own films, sometimes starring or having a noteworthy supporting role).
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How I Lost My Faith (and Became a Lot Happier)I believe that there is a force out there but I don't believe in a conscious God, one who has a list of things that I shouldn't do and who cares who I sleep with, what I eat , who I'm friends with, and where I go on Sundays.
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Musicians Who Are Taking Down the Music IndustryThe advance of the internet has revolutionized the world, giving power to such online stores as Amazon.com and effectively eradicating the presets set by brick and mortar businesses.
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New Girl on the Job is Essential for Young Women Entering the WorkforceWith the guidelines and takeaway points outlined in New Girl on the Job, young women can expect to have the right mindset to take on the workforce.
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I'm a Woman Who Hates Chick FlicksI'm not completely averse to romantic comedies, but as soon as something becomes overly sentimental and mawkish, I dive for the remote.
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The Hallucinogenic Toreador: Salvador Dali's Most Autobiographical WorkIt isn't uncommon to see various forms of expression and painting techniques in Dali's pieces, and with "The Hallucinogenic Toreador" the artist combined symbolism, visual motifs, optical illusions, and color to express the emotion he felt about the subject.
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King of Queens: Patton Oswalt Delivers Surreal Sarcasm in Werewolves and LollipopsIn his latest CD, "Werewolves and Lollipops", Oswalt brings his own brand of sarcastic comedy to life with clever wordplay and surreal imagery.
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Feminist Figures in the Harry Potter SeriesWith the prominence of strong, courageous female characters, J.K. Rowling has essentially laid down groundwork for parents wishing to teach their children about the importance of feminism and equality.
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Peaceful Anti-Bush Protests in Port Charlotte, FloridaIf you drove down US 41 from 10:30 to noon on July 28th by Murdock Circle in Port Charlotte, Florida, you probably saw a group of people proudly waving the American flag and holding anti-Bush signs. -
The Power of The Daily ShowWhat sets the Daily Show apart from Saturday Night Live is that it provides comedians with the opportunity to hone their acting skills, improvisation talents and access to the most important figureheads in the world today.
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A Journey Through Historical FictionThe limits that society used to set on women are brought to life in historical fiction novels, which place the characters in the past and illuminate their struggles against the backdrop of a world that had not seen the fruition of the feminist movement.
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Harry Potter Mania - a Librarian's PerspectiveThe shipment came in on July 18th, after an agreement was signed that the books were not to go into circulation before the release date. The books were then locked in the office of the Library Manager and a staff email went out with strict instructions.
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I Am a Serial Killer (of Plants and Flowers): I've Always Had a Black Thumb, and I Think I'm Done Fighting ItI don't neglect on purpose, and I don't hold a vengence against pretty plants and flowers. It's quite simply laziness combined with a healthy dose of apathy.
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Ethical Arguments in FrankensteinAs cloning and medical experimentation become commonplace, questions regarding the necessity or right to perform said experiments also arise. Frankenstein is more than a horror classic; it is a commentary on the ethics of science and technology.