Layla Lair
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Stanley Steemer of Atlanta Review: Tile and Grout CleaningThe price sounded great so I called in hopes that they could clean and lighten my unsealed colored grout. Did Stanley Steemer of Atlanta live up to my expectations with their specialized tile cleaning services, or was my time and money wasted?
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Best Buy Free XBox 360 with PC Purchase: Bait and Switch or Bad Business?My son qualified hands down to receive the free XBox gaming system based on the list of criteria, or so we thought. A sneaky play on words felt like bad business by this Chattanooga Best Buy and actions of a manager questionable. -
Carpets of Dalton: Review of My Tile Order and Suggestions for Your PurchaseOnce my tile was ordered at Carpets of Dalton I was left to face several delays . I found that customer service at this Dalton, Georgia, company had become flawed after my purchase. However, a few simple suggestions may ease some confusion for others. -
Empty Nest Depression Over Graduation and College Bound ChildWhen my daughter graduated and was accepted at a prestigious college I should have been on top of the world. Instead, I was filled with deep feelings of empty nest depression. It spurred a type of sadness that I had a hard time explaining even to myself. -
Samuel Garrett Poem: May the Angels EmbraceSamuel Garrett was a Trion High School student who passed away unexpectedly on November 14, 2010. He was only 15 years old. May his friends and family find comfort and understanding in this tragic and difficult time.
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Vampire Novelty and Halloween Party Favors from Wicked Wines OnlineThe shop located at Vampire.com is a Halloween party must with everything from games, beverages, and novelty items aimed at ultimate vampire fans looking for unique party favors and more. -
Vampire Wars: Step by Step to Zombie ModeThe following is a step by step instruction that will get vamps on their way to using Zombie Mode as a helpful strategy in this popular facebook game.
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Does Tiger Woods Owe Former Porn Mistress and Other Mistresses an Apology?Some women who wear the big M for mistress, Miss ex-porno included, feel they deserve an apology from Tiger Woods. Should Tiger Woods apologize to his former porn mistress and others with whom he carried an affair? -
A Holiday Haiku: Wonderous EyesA Christmas Haiku seen through wonder filled eyes -
Vampire Gift Ideas for Adults from Wicked Wines OnlineAdult vampire gift ideas include out of the ordinary wines designed to enchant the senses and seduce the palate. In addition, other unique vampire gift ideas include specialty products and novelty items targeted for the adult vampire within.
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Vampire Wars: What is Zombie Mode and How Do I Use It?Zombie mode describes a strategy where vampires intentionally drive their health below a 20 and keep it there to get ahead. Knowing how and when to use this strategy can help vamps climb the ranks quickly and avoid the hit list.
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Black Friday Safety Tips for Smart ShoppersBefore shoppers head for doorbuster lines, there are safety tips for shopping in crowds and handling money to consider. Safety tips for Black Friday could mean shoppers come home with the bargains anticipated versus coming home empty handed. -
Black Friday Sales: How to Boost Bargains and DiscountsTo get the best Black Friday bargains and discounts, shoppers need to arrive early and bring the sales circulars. Enlisting help and inquiring at retailers can also help make the most out of Black Friday sales. -
Black Friday Survival Tips for Doorbuster LinesSurvival of the cold temps, and long hours spent in line, mean shoppers have to come prepared. With a few tips and forethought, Black Friday shoppers can boost their chances to keep warm and grab doorbusters when retailers finally open their doors. -
Vampire Wars: Strategies for Zombie, Getting Abilities and Blood and Abilities Seen in BattleUsing strategies such as zombie mode, or strategies to get blood, are imperative to a vampire. Having a better understanding of the abilities used in Vampire Wars can also help a player be more prepared when planning strategies for battle.
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Vampire Wars: Tips to Get Blood QuicklyThere are quick tips in Vampire Wars to obtain blood, and others that you will have to invest more time in. These tips will help get more blood fast so that your vampire is not just hanging out in the coffin.
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Flood Pictures in Trion, Georgia, Sept. 21Heavy rains brought significant flooding to Trion Georgia, leaving behind extensive damage. -
Supplies to Clean a New College Dorm RoomAfter months of planning, do not let the condition of a new dorm room take the air out of move-in day at college. Come prepared with these few tips and supplies to get a new college dorm room clean and ready. -
Disadvantages of a Front Load Washing MachineThese types of machines have disadvantages due to their unique design and I have found they require more maintenance. If you are considering a purchase of a front load washing machine, the following features and aspects should be taken into consideration. -
Prevent and Remove Mildew Odor in a High Efficiency or Front Load WasherMildew odor is one of the most common complaints with a front load or high efficiency washer. However, there are simple and inexpensive steps to prevent and remove this offensive odor, and leave clothes smelling their best. -
Watchmen: Nudity, Violence and Adult Theme, Make This Superhero Movie Unfriendly to KidsWatchmen characters are not the do-good or save-the-day superheroes that parents might expect when thinking of comics brought to the screen. The character portrayals and adult situations make this superhero movie one to pass with kids. -
Artificial Sweeteners Could Be Hidden in Your Foods and MedicationsTrying to figure out if a product contains an artificial sweetener can take detective work. Knowing the ingredient names behind these popular brands will help determine if an artificial sweetener could be lurking in your medications or favorite foods.
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Product Review: Eucerin Calming Body Wash for Dry Itchy SkinThis product sounded like the answer to my winter skin. I decided to try the Eucerin Calming Body Wash and share my opinions on its effectiveness. I did like many aspects about this Eucerin product, but one I found a bit unpleasant.
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Chocolate Fondue Recipe: Valentine's Day or Special Occasion DessertThe decadence of my chocolate fondue recipe is evident in the first bite making it a perfect choice for Valentine's Day or any occasion. Prepared with minimal effort it is best served very warm so that the chocolate devours your items for dipping.
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How to Build a Helium Atom ModelBuilding a helium atom model is one of the more simple projects kids and parents will face for school. A helium atom contains two protons, two neutrons, and two electrons.To build the Helium atom model pictured you will need the following supplies.
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Arby's Restaurant in Chattanooga Refuses Service to Begging Man, Pregnant WomanOur attitude concerning this Chattanooga restaurant changed forever because of the callous treatment that a disadvantaged man and pregnant woman received from the Arby's management while begging for a chance to earn food.
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Northwest Georgia Festival of Balloons PicturesThe skies over Northwest Georgia celebrated with a splash of color May 16th-18th with the first Northwest Georgia Festival of Balloons. Vendors and artisans were on hand to entertain guests between carnival rides and those awaiting local country music favorite Buck and Duke
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Ashley Barley and Byron Thompson: 2008 Trion High School Senior PromThese pictures were taken of Ashley Barley with her friend and date Byron Thompson before the 2008 Trion High School Senior Prom. Other friends who shared in their day include David Echeverria with date Sarah Wall and friend Micah Hughes.
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Slumbers EmbracePoetry by Layla Lair
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Couvade Syndrome: Sympathetic Pregnancy Symptoms in MenCompassion and concern make expectant fathers more in tune to their partners. However, for some men sympathy symptoms also emerge with these changing attitudes. This type of empathy can take on a whole new meaning and leave them feeling much like a pregnant man
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Auburn ArrayAuburn Array by Layla Lair
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Alternative and Holistic Treatments for Bells PalsyMedical treatment for Bells Palsy may include Steroids and Antiviral medications. Many patients also add to their medical regiment certain alternative or holistic treatments in hopes of speeding the healing process of Bells Palsy along.
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Whispered GoodbyesPoetry and artwork by Layla Lair
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Windstream Bundle Packages: Buyer Beware About the Quote You Receive and Hidden FeesAfter our initial calls, we were ecstatic about the money we could save by combining our telephone services, broadband, and Dish Network. What we received though was a lot of misinformation and definitely not the bundle agreement we had bargained for.
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Tips for Living with Bells Palsy and Its SymptomsIn most cases, Bells Palsy will resolve itself in as little as weeks but could take months or longer. During this time of adjustment, there are tips that help with the discomfort and hurdles facing these victims daily.
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One Victim's Account of Being Stalked by an Ex-BoyfriendOur relationship was both emotionally and physically abusive and he told me no matter what, he would find me wherever I went. I watched as he loaded the clip into the 9mm Luger and he snapped it into place.
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How to Make Felt Mitten Ornaments for ChristmasInexpensive to create, these Christmas ornaments have a wintery snowflake design and are made from easy to use felt. Felt ornaments make a perfect choice for kids Christmas crafts and ornament construction for adults too.
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Definitions for Popular Slang Among TeensBeyond text messaging lingo, and computer abbreviations, lurks a popular and ever changing slang language among teens that many adults will never manage to grasp. I have touched on a few key terms learned from my daughter and online sources.
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Madame NikitaFounder of hopes hidden unseen, Ive the answers for what you dare dream...
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How to Make Chubby Gingerbread Man OrnamentsInstructions for handmade Chubby Gingerbread Man ornaments that both parents and kids can enjoy making, and at a fraction of store bought cost. These cuties are very versatile and can be used as name tags or in your holiday wreaths etc.
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Tips and Suggestions for Filing a Successful Complaint with WalmartMany times, knowing effective guidelines or steps to complain will lend success in finding a satisfactory resolution on both ends. It can also give the company a chance to show they value your business as well.
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Vampire Poetry: a Child CondemnedTo become a lost shadow, everlastingly marked. To become your child, condemned to the dark
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Praying for BlacknessA poem about sorrow and sadness...and denial
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Do Teenagers Suffer from a Form of Vampirism?What teen does not exhibiit moodiness or have an easily irritated temperament such as the brooding figures we think of as Vampires. Could it be, that laying through the day as if in a trance but feeling rejuvenated by the night air is not teen laziness but Vampirism?
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Five Foods You Should Never Feed Your CatIn small amounts table food is not usually harmful. However, there are some foods meant for human consumption that are harmful to cats and a few that are even deadly. Some of these taboo foods might be a bit surprising.
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Make Hand Washing Fun for KidsTaking the time to wash hands before meals and after bathroom breaks does not hold any importance on kids tall list of things to do. With a few creative tips and suggestions, parents can turn hand washing into the new "can't wait to do" activity.
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Back to School: Time to Stress Handwashing with National Clean Hands WeekJust in time, the Clean Hands Coalition would like all to celebrate National Clean Hands Week this September 16 - 22, 2007. Teaching kids the importance of handwashing might just keep Back to School from turning into back to the Doc.
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Back to School: What Parents Need to Know About Sleep and ChildrenWorking to establish a bedtime routine can be an adjustment after summer break but a new study has found sleep to be an important factor in how your child may perform at school and in their overall health.
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Restaurant Horror Stories: What You Need to KnowI worked at a popular restaurant years ago. People could not get enough of the reasonable priced fare and salad bar. I seen many issues first hand such as food tampering, lack of hygiene, and unimaginable acts. These accounts may have you doubt your next evening out.
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Beluga Whales: Enchanting Visitors at the Georgia AquariumVisitors to the Georgia Aquarium may decide to visit because it proudly boasts to have 100,000 different animals. However, one smile from any of the Beluga Whales will be the reason many decide to come back.
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Cat Bite Results in Painful Rabies Injections as PrecautionRecently I was bitten by an unvaccinated cat from our neighborhood. After many calls to my Health Department and Poison Control, I was advised by my medical doctor to start Rabies Injections. This experience has wreaked havoc on more than my emotions.
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Cat Puncture Bites to Humans Are Highly InfectiousThe most deadly type of bite from our feline friend is typically a puncture wound. Research provides that 80 percent of cat puncture bites result in infection. Acting quickly and seeking medical attention is an important factor in lessening your chances of infection.
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Lack of Rights and Freedom Endured by a Young Muslim WomanThrough my friend Marwa, I was granted a glimpse into a world cloaked in mystery and misunderstandings. Freedom of any kind for a woman in the Muslim world is but a fantasy.
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Giada De Laurentiis : Heating Up More Than Recipes on Food NetworkGiada De Laurentiis, seems to be steaming a bit more these days than just recipes. Recently, I saw in the June 25th 2007 TV Guide issue that some "cleavage haters" think this petite beauty might possess too sexy an image for food TV.
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Georgia Aquarium Loses Second Whale Shark in Less Than Six MonthsThe Georgia Aquarium announced in a press release that Norton, one of their prized giant whale sharks had passed on the morning of June 13, 2007. Norton's death comes as a double blow to officials at the aquarium and animal lovers alike.
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Alex Rodriguez and Playboy Bunny Bounce Across HeadlinesBad boy Alex Rodriguez seems to be clouding sports scores and news with his recent antics of strippers, strip clubs, and naughty boy ways. What is it about some pro sport stars?
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A Recent Study Suggests Changing the Face of Eating Disorders to Include Males and Other Ethnic GroupsThe face pictured when thinking of an eating disorder is generally that of a teenage female. As research on eating disorders expands, it appears more men and boys are suffering from this affliction than thought. Additionally, many ethnic groups need to be closely examined.
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Confronting Bell's Palsy: An Informative Look at Symptoms, Treatment, and How I CopeAs I started to get ready for the day I noticed my smile was grotesquely lopsided and that one side of my face appeared to be paralyzed. In a panic, I headed to the emergency room in fear that I had suffered a stroke. After many tests, I was informed I had Bells Palsy.
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Japan Examines Rise in Dismemberment CasesThe people of Japan do not typically have the same worries about crime as we do in the United States. That only emphasizes the severity of a case against a young Japanese boy. He stands accused of killing his mother and carrying her head to a local police station.
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OxyContin More Addictive Than Previously Reported... for at Least One This Revelation Comes Too LateThe makers of the painkiller OxyContin pled guilty about misleading doctors and the public about the addictive nature of its drug. For many this admission may come just in time. For my dear friend, this info comes more than a little too late.
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Honey Therapy Could Give Diabetics Hope when Facing Possible AmputationsHoney has been used in other countries for years to promote the healing of diabetic ulcers and wound care in alternative medicine throughout Europe. Until recently, this possibility has not been explored here in the United States.
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Canada and Australia Are Banning Light Bulbs... Are the United States Next?Traditional Incandescent light bulbs could soon be outdated as countries take steps to ban these in hopes of a greener tomorrow. Could the United Stated be on the heels of this trend to help reduce the greenhouse gases?
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Corpsewood Manor : Summerville Georgia's Best Kept SecretMany towns have a tale. Many have a secret or something questionable in their history. In the decaying ruins that were once Corpsewood Manor, whispers of such an account.
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Some Women Turning to Cytotec as an Abortion AlternativeThe drug Cytotec is intended to treat stomach ulcers and protect the stomach lining by decreasing acid secretion. Another controversial use deals with abortion.
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Plush Webkinz Continue to Soar in Popularity Among Children and Tweens!If you are a parent of small or tween age children, I'm sure you have already heard of this growing fad. Webkinz are the latest toy sweeping kids from ages 5 to 13 everywhere. They resemble beanie babies but, with a unique virtual twist.
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Remembering Summer MischiefWhen I was growing up there were several plum trees in my neighbors yard. This was always a big draw to all the neighborhood kids. Most times you could find any number of us raiding the trees for that prized plum.
