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Hello everyone. I am the owner and Designing Manager of Victory Web Productions.
I live in Guilderland, NY and am a father of a beautiful baby girl, Amy.I guess this is where I tell you a little about my hobbies. I enjoy politics, science and am what you call an information whore. I will do anything to learn anything about just about anything. Sometimes I find myself reading encyclopedias not for research, but simply for self education.
I am married to a wonderful woman who treats me like a king. I love her so much.
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I live in Guilderland, NY and am a father of a beautiful baby girl, Amy.I guess this is where I tell you a little about my hobbies. I enjoy politics, science and am what you call an information whore. I will do anything to learn anything about just about anything. Sometimes I find myself reading encyclopedias not for research, but simply for self education.
I am married to a wonderful woman who treats me like a king. I love her so much.
Please check me out on Facebook by going to http://www.facebook.com/SoldierBoyX
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Getting Your Baby to BedThis article will help you you get your child to bed.
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How to Bathe My BabyParents of their first child may thing that they should bathe their newborn every day. This comes from the misconception that what’s good for me is good for my child. Even though most adults bathe every day, this doesn’t mean your baby should. -
Handling Condescending Parenting AdviceThis article will deal with a problem most fathers will face. That moment when a female will attempt to give you advice or criticism based on an apparent assumption that you don't know what you are doing because you are a man.
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All Diapers Are Not Created EquallyThis article will hep readers understand why it is that some diapers can cause diaper rashes. Different children have different sensitivities. -
Spoiling Your Child on a BudgetThis article will show you how to save hundreds of dollars while still giving your child all the toys you want.
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Avoiding False Alarmsmay women rush to the hospital the moment they feel a contraction. This article will help you better understand the difference between false labor contractions and the real thing. -
What is Lamaze Class?What comes to mind when you hear the word Lamaze? Chances are whatever you picture in your mind is not all that accurate. This article will go into detail as to why it is important that you and your wife take this class.
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She Just Had a Baby, Why is She Sad?Postpartum Depression can be a serious illness requiring medical attention. This article will help you determine whether the mother is suffering from the "baby blues" or something more serious.
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Baby Showers Are Not Just for MomsWe traditionally think of baby showers as events for women. The truth is that there are advantages to having the man take an active role in planning the event. -
Should I Go to My Wife's Pregnancy Doctor's Visits?Many fathers to be wonder whether they should attend their wife's doctors visits. This article will explain why it is a good idea to go to as many as you can.
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Localizing Your Business WebsiteWith millions of website out there providing the same service you do, you might think that there is no chance your site will ever show up. Google and other search engines have ways for you to rise up above national chains to promote you local business.
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Is Pot Prohibition Worth It?There are those who argue that marijuana is bad for society and should be illegal. There are those who argue that marijuana is harmless and in fact medicinal. Both sides of the argument make their points well. There is one argument that is seldom made.
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Referrals in the 21st CenturyThis article explains how you can use social media sites like Facebook to market your business and generate referrals from existing customers.
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Can You Get a Redo If Your Counsel is Incompetent?The case originates from the conviction of Anthony Cooper. Cooper was charged with assault with the intent to murder and weapons charges after he allegedly shot a woman.
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Is a GPS Planted in Your Car a Violation of Privacy?Do you think police placing a GPS on your car to see if you are doing something wrong unconstitutional? This question is currently before the US Supreme Court. Federal agents placed a GPS tracker on a suspected drug smuggler's car without a warrant. -
Eyewitness Evidence on Trial at the Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court is hearing arguments on a case that could change the way courts allow eyewitness testimony in court and whether suggestive behavior by police may taint the reliability of an eyewitness.
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The Dangers of Collective BargainingWith the defeat of the ballot proposal in Ohio that would have curbed public employee unions, we can use this election as a perfect example of why public sector unions must be abolished. $30 million were spent to oppose this measure by labor groups. -
International Diplomacy Drama QueensThis article highlights how governments around the world and throughout history play the game of international relations at the expense of the people they are supposed to protect and provide for. -
Government Plans to Raise Dairy PricesTax advocates and consumer watchdog groups are demanding the congressional “Super Committee” not add a Dairy Market Stabilization Program as part of its proposed deficit reduction bill. This plan would hit the poor the hardest. -
"#OccupyAlbany" PhotosThese images were taken by me while touring the Occupy Albany camp in Albany, New York.
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Free Money is the ProblemWhile the poor benefit from the free money, the middle class can barley meet ends meet because they are wasting their time working for the poor’s free money. This is work they could be using to increase their standard of living.
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Does a Doctor Need to Have Cancer to Treat It?Many people will shout down anyone attempting to point out an address issues of poverty and race. Their shouts usually include "did you ever live in poverty?" This article will demonstrate why this argument is absurd.
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Economic Advantages of Same Sex MarriageWhen speaking of the economic advantages of same sex marriage many proponents consider only the immediate economic impact of people crossing state lines to get married in legal states.
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The Death of EmploymentThis article will explain how our youth is being groomed for an economic environment of the past rather than teaching them to be self-reliant and and enterprising.
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Your Household is Your BusinessThis article will show you how easy it can be to get caught up in the profit and loss statement of your business and overlook the effect that business may have on the rest of your household income. It is easy to sink so much time and effort recklessly.
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The Value of Organic FollowersConventional wisdom is to simply to gain as many followers or subscribers for your business's social media regardless of methods. However if your followers don't really care about what you offer, they are as valuable to you as a non-follower.
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Don't Give Up Your Day JobMost people try to start a business with the goal of being able to quit their day job. However, keeping your day job may help give you the wiggle room you need to grow your business and your income as well.
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You Need a "Way Out" of Your Small BusinessThis article will teach you how to generate residual income from your business in a way that allows you to retire for scale down your involvement without taking a hit financially.
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What is Tumblr?As a social media consultant, I would like to believe that I am at the cutting edge of social media. That is until I got a "follow" requests from one of my friends for a site called Tumblr. I was skeptical at first.
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The Chamber of NetworkingYou may visit your local eateries and see a plaque hanging on their door proclaiming their membership in their chamber of commerce. Depending on the type of business you are starting, you might think that being a member is not necessary. However..
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What is a Tax ID Number?Everyone has become used to the social security number. You cannot seek employment, apply for credit or open up a bank account without it. In some of your research while starting a business, you may have come across information telling you that you should
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Know Your Score Before You ApplyAs a young adult I was very financially savvy. I would always save and bought my first car cash. To be more precise, I repossessed my first car from my parents.
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A Lame Duck Mubarak is Not EnoughAlthough Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak is not seeking another term, it is not enough for the people of Egypt, nor should it be. This gesture may be a small victory, but to sit by and tolerate a dictatorship for one day longer is in itself a defeat.
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A Corporation is Voluntary SocialismWhen you look at every apparent ill of capitalism you will find socialism beneath the surface. I have always contended that corporations are essentially governments with an opt out clause.
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A Conspiracy of Bad LogicIn this article I lay out the case for the indictment of a conspiracy theory blogosphere. My charge is that it is responsible in part for acts of violence perpetrated by gunmen like the one who shot congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.
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The Power of Business OwnershipI recently got into a debate with someone about saving. She asked me what I was doing for retirement. My answer was, "my business is my retirement plan." They threw back at me the statistic that 85% of small businesses fail within the first five years.
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Operation PaybackJust as terrorism has created a distrust of Muslims, so too has these acts fostered distrust in the Internet. They are creating a population friendly to tighter government control over the Internet. War has a chilling effect on civil liberties.
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Why Aren't There More Business Owners?As a business owner I decided to explore the reason why most people do not explore becoming an entrepreneur and why most people insist of living a live under the thumb of a boss. What I discovered is truly fascinating.
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Should I Start a Business?Most ask what type of business should they start. The first question that should be asked is whether you should start a business at all.
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The Concept of LeverageFinancial leverage of allows you to pay little or no money for an asset in still reap the benefits of owning the asset. As with any aspect of business, being successful requires a change in mindset.
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Don't Overestimate the Power of the InternetChances are your site will never receive more than a few visitors a month unless you take the time to promote your site. This article will show you how.
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Review of Dante's Pasta & Vino - Barrington, New HampshireOne of my favorite restaurants in the world has to be Dante's Pasta & Vino in Barrington, New Hampshire . My wife and I stumbled across this fantastic Italian restaurant on a cross country trip, and now make repeat visits each year.
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Review of Freeman's Restaurant in New York CityFreeman's Restaurant in New York City is a gem in the big apple. When I go to New York City, I'm often overwhelmed by the culinary options: from street food to fine dining, there is a wide variety to choose from that can be daunting.
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Review of Noodles & Company in Naperville, IllinoisNaperville, Illinois- Located at the corner of Washington and Jefferson in historic downtown Naperville, IL, Noodles & Company stands as a delightful treat for your palette, while still maintaining affordable prices.
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Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in Austin, TexasMy ultimate point being that whenever we have any free time to enjoy a day or night out, we go straight over to our local Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in Austin, Texas.
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Review of Good Girls Go to Paris Crepes in Detroit, MichiganOne of the oldest and most beloved restaurants in Los Angles is Phillipe "The Original". Phillipe is located at 1001 Alameda Street in downtown Los Angeles, just down the street from Union Station.
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Tremont 647 in Boston, Massachusetts: Restaurant ReviewTremont 647 is owned and operated by "Hell's Kitchen" participant Andy Husbands. Located at 647 Tremont Street in Boston's historic South End, this restaurant and bar hosts a variety of dishes advertised as being on the "edge of American cuisine."
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Review of the Spot Restaurant in Galveston Island, TexasAn exciting place to eat is located in Galveston, Texas and named "The Spot". The Spot is located on the beach at 3204 Seawall Blvd. 77550. They serve food that is comparable to T.G.I. Fridays or Fuddruckers but at decent price and locally owned flare.
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Review of Our Gang's Lounge Inc in Sharon, PennsylvaniaThankfully Our Gang's Lounge Inc, located in beautiful downtown Sharon, Pennsylvania, does not fall into that category. While it is a bar and grille both aspects of the business are top notch.
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Packinghouse Dining Company in Galesburg, IllinoisThe Packinghouse Dining Company located in Galesburg, Illinois is perhaps one of the best steakhouses I have ever had the pleasure of eating at. The ambiance alone is worth a visit
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Restaurant Review of Phillipe "The Original" in Los Angeles, CaliforniaOne of the oldest and most beloved restaurants in Los Angles is Phillipe "The Original". Phillipe is located at 1001 Alameda Street in downtown Los Angeles, just down the street from Union Station.
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Review of Cicada Restaurant in Los Angeles, CaliforniaIn the beautiful city of Los Angeles is a grand and elegant restaurant known as Cicada restaurant. Cicada restaurant is located right in the heart of Los Angeles city, at 617 S. Olive Street, in downtown L.A.
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Review of Ippolito's Italian Restaurant in Roswell, GeorgiaRecently, I visited an Italian restaurant called Ippolito's Italian Restaurant in Norcross, Georgia. I'm not exactly sure if it is a chain or not, but it should be. Their food was delicious, and everyone in my party of five greatly enjoyed their meal.
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Review of La Palomar Mexican Dining in Redding, CaliforniaFor many years growing up I had been a frequent patron of La Palomar Mexican Dining, but after returning home from college I discovered the service had taken a drastic turn for the worse.
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Review of First Watch Restaurant in Tampa, FloridaThis restaurant gets its name from the fact that they start off with serving breakfast as early as seven in the morning and hence the reference to first watch.
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Review of the Hogfish Bar & Grill in Stock Island, FloridaThe Hogfish Bar & Grill on Front Street in Safe Harbor on Stock Island in the Lower Florida Keys is a "funky" restaurant on the water in a marina. If you really want to dine at The Hogfish, I suggest you do so at lunch or sit outdoors and sweat.
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Review of Paley's Place in Portland, OregonI recently celebrated my anniversary with an incredible dinner at Paley's Place in Portland, Oregon (1204 NW 21st Avenue). This truly was one of the best meals I have ever eaten in my life!
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Review of Cheeky Monkey in Puerto Vallarta, MexicoThat's when we discovered the Cheeky Monkey. Our moods changed almost instantly, knowing that we had stumbled on something sparkly, if not a bona fide gold mine.
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Review of Sparky's Roadhouse Cafe in Eureka Springs, ArkansasSparky's has been a family style dining staple in Eureka for more than 15 years. The menu is your basic Hamburger fare with a twist.
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Red Lobster in Cedar Rapids, IowaMy favorite restaurant to eat at is Red Lobster in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. I am never disappointed when I go to this Red Lobster location.
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Corporatism is Not CapitalismMany free market capitalists and socialists alike misunderstand the role that corporations play in the economy. Many look at corporations as a bastion of capitalism.
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Can You Be a Conservative Atheist?This article goes into how my political and religious views puzzle most on both sides of the political spectrum.
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Are Environmentalists the Biggest Threat to the Environment?This article highlights how emotions get in the way of enviromental protection
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The Greatest Argument Against CommunismThis article explains why profit is needed in order to properly distribute a society's resources.
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Introduction to HTML TablesThis tutorial will go over the coding involved in creating a visible and invisible table in order to arrange items on your website.
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Basics of HTMLThis video shows you the basic concept of HTML and how to create an HTML document.
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My Deconversion: Sort OfI grew up a catholic. I early went to church, but throughout my youth I was pretty dogmatic in my views. As I reached adulthood I started to change and my belief in the bible itself was starting to wane.
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Aligning and Changing Text Fonts in HTMLThis tutorial shows you how to properly align your website's text and change your font.
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Basic HTML Text TypesThis article explains the different html text tags.
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Intro to Web Design: HTML BasicsHTML or hypertext markup language is a computer-based language used by web browsers to interpret web pages.
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Three and Six Digit Color Codes and Adding Text Colors in HTMLThis article will go over the proper way to add text coloring to your HTML website, and also goes over understanding how to interpret three and six color coding systems.
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Adding a Link to an Image in HTMLthis article teaches you how to create image links in your website in order to link to product descriptions, create thumbnail previews, or make image-based menu bars.
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Inserting an Image into a Website with HTMLThis article will instruct you on how to properly add an image into your website.
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Adding Underlined and Strikethrough Text in HTMLthis article will show you how to add underline and strike through text to your HTML document.
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Creating Text Links in HTMLThis article explains how to create a text link in your html website.
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Adding Bold and Italicized Text and HTML Line Breaksin this article I will be going over how to add italics, bold text and line breaks to your HTML document.
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Intro to Web Design: What is Web Design?A web designer is a person who is knowledgeable in the art of designing web sites. This article is an introduction to the art of web design
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Web Design Tutorial 1 : Page PropertiesLearn how to build a website, whether for your own use or to become a professional web designer. Each tutorial will go through the steps needed to create a professional looking website.
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Internet Marketing BootcampI remember as a young teenager watching in awe, as seemingly everyone was becoming a millionaire online. During the Internet boom of the late 1990's almost every day another 13-year-old kid would be featured.
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More to Life Than YouTubeThis video points out that in order to properly market your website or business using video marketing, you must look outside of YouTube, and market your videos on all possible video sharing sites.
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Poor Man's Copyright?Do you need a copyright filed with the government to have a legal standing? This is the question that I will be answering in this video.
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Generating Leads with a Contest BoxThis video show you how to generate leads by holding a contest to win prizes.
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Applying for an Employer Identification NumberThis is a video tutorial on how to apply online for an Employer Identification Number through IRS.gov.
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Don't Ask Me for Financial Advice!I am happy to give people financial advice. However I am growing sick of giving financial advice to people who fail to follow it.
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Starting a BusinessThere is a lot to consider before you embark on your business endeavor. First of all, you must figure out whether your idea is really a viable business or if it is simply a hobby that pays for itself.
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How to Submit Your Site to GoogleThis video is a tutorial on how to submit your website to Google. Although Google randomly search the Internet for sites to rank, By submitting your website yourself, you can bypass this process and have Google review your site quicker.
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EBay MarketingWhether you have a product to sell, if you extra things in your basement to get rid of, or you're a professional marketer with distribution; it is hard to deny the potential profits that eBay offers its members.
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Cash GiftingMany people are familiar with the standard pyramid scheme. Pyramid schemes are fake business opportunities in which the main way to profit is with the recruitment of other individuals.
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Online Facebook MarketingThis video goes through the ways you can market your online business or endeavor with the use of web based social networks.
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Is an Individual Retirement Account Right for You?Retirement savings and retirement planning is very important. Depending on Social Security as your only retirement income could leave you and your spouse with your retirement dreams unfulfilled.
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Review of the Metro 20 Diner in Albany, New YorkOne rainy afternoon my wife and I decided to go out for dinner. We decided to try out a diner about 4 miles down the road from us. The Metro 20 Diner is on the corner of Western Avenue and Crossgates Mall Road, in Albany New York.
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Search Engine OptimizationWhen designing a website, the most important thing is to attract page views. Without page views you cannot make a single sale or urban single cent in advertising revenue. There are two ways to attract visitors to your website.
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Google Adsense TutorialThis is a video tutorial on how to sign up and create pay per click banner ads to monetize your website or blog with Google Adsense.
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A Review of MoCa Asian BistroNow celebrating its first anniversary since opening at 107-18 70th Road in Forest Hills, MoCa Asian Bistro puts the lie to the belief that quality dining is non-existent in Queens.
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A Review of Le Paris Bistrot at 1312 Madison Ave New York, NYOne look at restaurateur Patrick Laurent tells you that he's a man unafraid of taking risks. With his disheveled hair and rumpled attire, he could have stood shoulder to shoulder with his fellow citoyens.
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The Real Way to Make Money OnlineMany people at least consider sometime in their life whether to start an online business. However the hope of success and the lack of economic experience leads many to fall for scams.
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Understanding Your Health Insurance CoverageMany people signed insurance policy, set up a premium payment plan, and think nothing of it after purchasing health insurance. This is until the bill comes in the mail after a hospital stay.
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Restaurant Review: The Standard in Guilderland, New YorkThis article is a review of The Standard restaurant located in the Crossgates Mall in Guilderland, New York.
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Cash 4 Gold: Do Your Homework Before Turning in Your Unwanted Jewelry or Gold CoinsIn the last few years gold has been in the news for hitting record highs. Fears of a weak dollar and economic uncertainty have allowed gold to surpass $1200 an ounce.
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Paper Tiger Politics:Using The Myth of Health Insurance Profits to Fake Health Care ReformCongress is poised to pass sweeping health-care legislation. Every day another politician gets on television telling us how evil health insurance companies are.
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What Are Medicare Supplement Plans?The federal government allows seniors to purchase supplement plans to augment their traditional Medicare's coverage. Medicare has many gaps which can leave a senior which tremendous medical bills in the event of a catastrophic medical issue.
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Life Insurance: A Matter of EconomicsWhile Congress debates the health care reform bill, the focus has been on health insurance. However, there are less known issues cost the economy billions of dollars annually. Financial risks that can threaten your assets are final expenses.
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Juvenile Life InsuranceHowever, many people overlook purchasing life insurance to cover their children. One of the main reasons is because of the stigma attached life insurance. Life insurance is viewed simply as death insurance.
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Life Insurance: Another Savings Option?this is an informative article on the disadvantages and advantages of a universal life insurance policy.I go step by step in explaining how a universal life insurance policy works.
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Why Do I Not Celebrate Christmas?Many people do not celebrate Christmas for religious reasons, or because of their lack of religion. There are some eight years who celebrate Christmas in a secular way. I however choose not to celebrate Christmas.
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Things to Consider when Applying for MedicareAs more baby boomers turn 65, they faced the daunting task of applying for Medicare. This is not to say that the task itself is hard, but there were many choices out there and many misunderstandings.
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What Type of Life Insurance Do I Need?What is life-insurance? Many people when trying to explain life-insurance either do a poor job of it or overcomplicate it. I'll try to keep this as simple as possible. There two categories of life-insurance, whole life and term.
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The Pros and Cons of an AnnuityMany Americans do not adequately plan for retirement. Many large employers and even some small ones offer some kind of retirement savings plan. Some employers will match the funds that are contributed by the employee.
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The Struggle to Eliminate Al Qaeda with an Undermanned ForceMarines fan out along the Afghan-Pakistan border in the hopes of prevent fighters from crossing the treacherous hillside passageways on their way to destabilize the fragile Afghan government. However, the Marines are stretched thin.
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Review of Creo in Albany New YorkMy wife and I recently celebrated our first marriage anniversary. I volunteered to be in charge of planning our anniversary. This being our first wedding anniversary, I wanted to make sure that it was special.
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The Root of CorruptionCorruption has been a disease that has plagued mankind since the beginning of civilization. We know all too well the stories of lawmakers taking thousands of dollars in exchange for access or legislation.
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Review of the Western Diner Western Ave. in Albany, New YorkI recently took my wife for breakfast and to the Western diner located on Western Ave., in Albany New York. The diner is a few blocks down the road from the 20 Mall in Guilderland.
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The Sobering Reality of Long-term CareThis article is a sobering look at the way expenses related to long-term care could quickly deplete your retirement savings, and leave your inheritors with little to inherit.
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Fast Food EconomicsThe value of money is based on the productivity of the population. When you purchase a product or use a service, you are not paying for the raw materials involved in producing, or used to provide the service you are using.
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Congress Should Not Play Politics with HealthcareI believe the Congress could possibly kill the healthcare bill simply by adding frivolous amendments that jeopardize the crucial support it needs to be passed.This is why I do not support the amendment allowing for federal funding for abortions.
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The Epic Struggle to Prevent the Fall of CivilizationIt seems as if the one reoccurring theme throughout history is the fight between enlightenment and darkness. From the dawn of civilization, society has been at war with elements of society bent on bringing forth chaos and destruction.
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How to Make Breakfast BurritosThis is a recipe I came up with while looking through my cupboard and could not find anything good to have for breakfast. I came across a box of El Paso Taco Mix and had some left over red and green peppers, and diced onions.
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Photos From Joseph Bruno Corruption Trial Press ConferencePhotos taken Dec 2 at a conference at the Federal Court in Albany, NY. Bruno is a former State Senate Majority Leader and is indicted on 8 counts of theft of honest services. At the time of pictures, the jury still in deliberations.
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President Obama Plans to Increase Troop LevelsIn a prime time address to cadets in West Point, President Barack Obama officially announced his intention to send over 30,000 troops to the war in Afghanistan. This decision is drawing fire from congressional democrats worried about escalating the war.
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How to Chroma Key in Windows Movie MakerI searched for a program to add images with the use of a technique called chroma key. I wanted to produce a professional looking news program. This meant using chroma key to add images into my videos.
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Dubai World Refused to Sell Assets to Pay Off DebtsThe Middle Eastern real estate giant Dubai World may have rejected a chance to avoid the current credit situation. Dubai World totally rejected a request to auction off some of its high performing real estate assets
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Suspects in 2008 Terror Attack in Mumbai Face Charges7 suspects in the November 2008 terror attacks were charged in a Pakistani court today. The suspects face the death penalty in connecting to the attacks that left 160 people dead.
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Worries Mount that Dubai World May Default on $60 Billion DebtThis week the emerging economy of Dubai is showing signs of slowing down. The government run company Dubai World has requested that payment of debt totaling over $60 billion be postponed until at least May.
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Real Estate Market Shows Signs of ReboundAfter almost a year of negative economic news, the real estate market provided investors with some good news this week. New home sales increased by 6.2% in the month of October to reach volumes not seen in over a year.
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Breaking Stereotypes with RealityI am glad that I had a chance to watch this movie. Blind Side is a true story about Baltimore Raven's offensive lineman Michael Oher.
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Deadly CompanyA woman threw herself out of a fifth story window. This woman was an employee of France Telecom. This French based communications company, which is partly owned by the French national government, has become notorious for employees attempting suicide.
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Ballston Spa High School Receives Unwelcomed Fireworks ShowHigh school student Daniel Berger was arraigned in the Town of Clifton Park Court today for allegedly setting off fire crackers in the school cafeteria. According to State Police spokesperson, the incident occurred around 7:30 AM.
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Roaming Charges from the Combat ZoneA local soldier from Ballston Spa, New York, signed up with Verizon wireless international service so he could call his home from Afghanistan, and was hit with hefty roaming fees.












