Choose The Best Beach In Jamaica For You

People, obviously, have different needs and different styles. What constitutes a great beach for one person may not be all that enjoyable for another. What makes Jamaica a great travel destination is that, as an island nation, there are a variety of beaches to choose from. Knowing what you want and where to find it will help you to make the very most of that precious vacation time.
There are the classic Caribbean beaches that feature the traditional joys of pristine white sand and blue, blue waters. But, there are also the craggy, undeveloped beaches that are perfectly suited for those hoping to avoid crowds or for those who best enjoy nature in its natural state. There are beaches known for the gentle waters that are perfect for families with children visiting J View the rest of this article

Preventative Measures For Credit Card Fraud?

If you’ve ever been the victim of credit card fraud, then you know just how traumatic it can be. What’s more, if not detected early enough, it could leave bad marks on your credit report that could haunt you for years. The most commonly thought of credit card fraud is when your wallet or purse is stolen, and the thief uses your credit cards to make unauthorized purchases.
But, with the rate on online buying growing at an amazing rate, another form of credit card fraud—known as misappropriation—is spreading like wildfire. All that a thief needs to create havoc on your credit life is your credit card number—not your actual card.
Here are a few ways that this type of theft can happen:
* One day you get a phone call, and the person on the other end of the lin View the rest of this article

Why Consumers Need A Nationwide Credit Freeze Now

What do a shoe retailer, an online discount broker, and a popular clothing retailer all have in common? All three - DSW Shoe Warehouse, Ameritrade, and Polo Ralph Lauren - sustained breaches to their customers’ accounts. Unfortunately, these three are not alone when it comes to security breaches. CitiFinancial, Bank of America, LexisNexis and other companies have also experienced similar events.
Over 46 million Americans have had personal records containing credit card numbers, bank account information, and social security numbers lost or stolen during the first six months of 2005.
Having even just one piece of personal information is sometimes all that an identity thief needs in order to wreak havoc to your credit profile. Many people falsely believe that an View the rest of this article

Marty The Martian Learns ABC

Marty The Martian Learns ABC


By Valerie Laud


Illustrated By Dimitry Chaley





Ekadoo Publishing Group


PO Box 2286


N. Redondo Beach, California 90278


info@ekadoo.com





ISBN: 0-9747387-1-19


Ages: 9 months to 8 years


Retail: $16.99


Pages: 24, board book





Review 8/7/05





Marty The Martian Learns ABC is filled with short sentences and


vibrant, active illustrations, which makes this the perfect book for


children under the age of 6. In Marty The Martian Learns ABC, Marty


ventures to earth, learns the alphabet, and meets many interesting


creatures along the way.




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A Cat Island Bahamas Vacation

One of the outer islands of the Bahamas, Cat Island is a quiet


vacation destination for those who are really looking to relax.


Among its varied pleasures and activities, a little exploration


will turn up a historical oddity or two that add to the


individual character of the place. Beautiful beaches in natural


settings welcome the nature lover and peace seeker alike.





The Hermitage is a bit of an historical oddity, fascinating and


strange. The hike up to see this religious site will take


visitors through small villages along beautiful trails, full of


island flora and fauna. It is located at the top of Mt.


Alvernia, which is 206 feet above the sea and the hig View the rest of this article

The Process Of Golf

Golf is learned little by little one step at a time.
Not exactly a modern American game, is it?
Well, if your heart is set on “convenience” sports, you might want to consider kickball or four-square. Golf isn’t learned in a day. Or even a year. According to some players – even a decade is too short! There’s no such thing as a perfect golf game. That’s all part of the “beauty and beast” nature that makes up this simple, complicated game.
There are some fundamental tips, though, that can shave a few years of frustration off your career! Some golfers disagree on even the basics. So I guarantee you’ll find somewhere someone who will disagree with me. But here’s what I’ve found to help golfers tremendously in improving their game.
The three most important View the rest of this article

Nightlife In The Bahamas

Travelers to destinations in the Bahamas, in addition to enjoying the many fascinating activities offered by the islands, ranging from the traditional attractions of sun, sand and surf to the culture attractions of museums and historical sight to the simply amazing zoos and aquariums, have the opportunity to enjoy a vibrant nightlife in the company of an international mix of tourists and residence. There’s always something interesting to do or to see in the nightlife scene of the Bahamas.
The Wyndham Nassau Resort and Crystal Palace Casino is one of the largest casinos in the Bahamas. It features all of the casino favorites, including more than 700 slot machines and 51 blackjack tables. Visitors can also try their luck at the roulette wheels and the craps tables, View the rest of this article

Homeschooling - Is It Worth It?

Suppose that you rearrange your life to homeschool your child
and the experiment fails? You may feel that you've disrupted
your life and wasted a year of your child's time. Your child
may even be kept back a grade by the local public school.
The answer to this concern is, can you risk not trying? Isn't
your child's future worth the risk? If you see that your child
is getting a bad education in public school, the worst thing to
do is nothing. Then there is no chance of improvement. If you
leave your children in public school, chances are great that
their ability to read, self-esteem, and love of learning may be
damaged, and they can waste twelve years of their lives. Look at
the potential consequences to your child if you do View the rest of this article

Ten Ways to Help You Improve Customer Service

Ten Ways to Help You Improve Customer Service


?Copyright 2005 Catherine Franz





Stay in contact with customers on a regular basis. Just


as it is bad news to send out too many emails to customers,


it is just as bad to not stay in contact with them.


Customers don't want to feel abandoned.





Here are three things to help you stay in touch.





(1) Offer them your e-zine subscription at least once a


month.


(2) Ask customers if they want to be updated by e-mail when


you make changes to your Web site.


(3) Follow-up after each sale to see if they are satisfied


with their purchase. Send an e-mail out a few days after


thei View the rest of this article

Betting Portfolio Management

Betting Portfolio Management





The subject of financial investment is such a wide and varied area. We all know (or should know), that investing surplus funds is a sound idea; nothing new there. If you make the decision to invest, what investment options do you have?





1. Property - unit, house, holiday house, commercial property, a managed property investment fund etc.





2. Shares - stock options, different stock investment sectors such as small capitalisation mining companies, international or local share funds etc.





3. Fixed Interest - bonds, convertible notes, fixed deposits etc





The above are your major investments categories in which you may be looking to invest View the rest of this article

Hemorrhoids Symptoms And Preventive Measures.

Hemorrhoids is a "shamed" from the standard point of view illness, still is one of the most widespread. 40% of references to doctors concerning intestines are connected to hemorrhoids. Proctologists consider, that 70% of people sooner or later face hemorrhoids symptoms. And if you sit before a computer all days long, the probability to catch hemorrhoids is greater.
What is hemorrhoids? Hemroidal units are in an organism of each person. They are the crimps of a mucous membrane of an anal channel. In addition to muscles?s action they provide deduction of feces. When in rest hemroidal units participate in blocking of anal channel of intestines. At defecation the pimples should smooth out to prevent the passage of feces. Stagnation of venous blood and an excessive ex View the rest of this article

Choosing Dinner Party Flowers For Your Table Centerpiece – Three Key Secrets

Are you planning a dinner party? Do you need to choose the right flowers for your floral table centerpiece?
Choosing the right flowers can be frustrating and expensive – or it can be simple and economical. Knowing three key secrets makes it simple for you to choose the right flowers to create a simple but beautiful floral centerpiece.
The key is to have a plan and stick with it.
Have you tried to create a table centerpiece for your dinner party without a plan? Then you know how easy it is to get off track. Here’s what happened to Sally because she didn’t have a plan.
Sally wanted a beautiful table centerpiece. A little behind schedule, she rushed to her local flower store to buy her flowers. The selection was wide, the flowers looked so lavish and the View the rest of this article

The Effects Of Televised Sexual Content On Adolescents

According to a September 2004 study by the RAND Corporation, "Adolescents who watch large amounts of television containing sexual content are twice as likely to begin engaging in sexual intercourse in the following year as their peers who watch little such TV." In addition, the National Institutes of Health-funded study found that these children's sexual behavior was akin to those adolescents who were 9 to 17 months older, but who watched only average amounts of TV with sexual content.
"Television habits predicted whether adolescents went to 'second or third base,' as well as whether they had sex for the first time," said Rebecca Collins, a RAND psychologist who led the study. "The 12-year-olds who watched a lot of television with sexual content behaved like the View the rest of this article

Successful College Study Habits

College can be tough for anyone. With the Internet, cable television, gaming opportunities everywhere, cell phones ? wow, it?s difficult to put life on hold and hit the books. But you need to. You have to, if you want decent grades.
Yes, grades. Wouldn?t it be nice to get some help and improve your grades? Maybe you could you use some tips of on how to study better - for yourself, a friend or loved one? Well check these out and see how you score.
RECORD ? First of all, grade a notebook or start a section in one just for monitoring your progress. List the courses you need help with and specific areas in which you need to focus on for improvement. For instance, maybe you to catch up on reading the lessons, interpreting your class notes, completing your assignme View the rest of this article

Cricket Bowling Tips And Hints

When bowling in cricket there are many possible cricket tips or hints that can help improve your bowling.
In bowling, a combination of natural ability, good technique and practice is the recipe for good bowling, whether it is fast, slow or spin.
Here are some tips that will help your bowling and when implemented correctly your bowling speed:
The basic grip to hold the ball is to keep the seam vertical and to hold the ball with your index finger and middle finger either side of the seam with the side of your thumb resting on the seam underneath the ball.
In your approach/run in, try to stay:
- Smooth,
- Balanced,
- Economical,
- Rhythmical,
- Consistent and stay relaxed and try not to tense up.
During your approach and action, y View the rest of this article

Solving the Nursing Shortage

For years, hospitals all over the United States have experienced a shortage in nurses, nurse administrators, nurse managers and nurse practitioners. Unfortunately, the shortage doesn’t appear to be getting any better.





According to a report by the Health Resources and Services Administration, 30 states currently have shortages of registered nurses (RNs). The shortage is expected to intensify over the next two decades, with 44 states expected to have RN shortages by the year 2020. Furthermore, the demand for nurses in 2012 is expected to be 2.9 million, up from the 2.3 million that were needed in 2003.





There has never been a more appropriate time to pursue a career in nursing in the United States. The total job openings, incl View the rest of this article

Dog Training, Training Your Dog

Obedient dogs make the best companions. Time spent training your dog will reward you with a pet that is deeply bonded to you, respects you and is a joy to have around. Training your dog doesn't mean extinguishing her unique personality, it is simply a means of setting boundaries-something that makes dogs feel secure.
Some owners unconsciously train their dogs to exhibit bad behaviors. Since dogs are social animals, they are interested in doing whatever gets them attention. Positive attention is best, but if negative attention is all they can get from you, they'll try to obtain that. This is why yelling at a dog that has had an "accident" in the house doesn't teach her to not do that. All your excitement reinforces her behavior. The best way to let a dog know you View the rest of this article

Boost E-Bay Profits with Audio

Can you boost profits significantly by adding audio to your E-Bay auctions? According to a recent article on a net business site the answer is a definite yes. In fact, one e-book author suggested that adding audio to your auctions could potentially increase bids by as much as 22% over auctions without audio.

A recent trend showing up on a lot of websites is the addition of an audio clip. The clip is a personal message by the author or the website owner encouraging you to take advantage of what they offer.

The psychology behind this technique is really Marketing 101. It's called personalization. An audio clip added to your Ebay auction allows you to personally tell the potential bidder about the product. Using your own voice allows you to make cont View the rest of this article

Bad Credit Doesn't Rule Out Unsecured Credit Cards

Many people believe that because of their bad credit, unsecured credit cards are not available to them. While it may be more difficult, there are options for people with bad credit who want an unsecured credit card to build their credit or have available for use in an emergency. While a secured credit card is the most commonly recommended option for people with bad credit, unsecured credit cards ARE available - even for those with the worst credit.
Bad Credit: Unsecured Credit Cards vs. Secured Credit Cards
One of the easiest ways to get a credit card when you have bad credit is to opt for a secured credit card. With a secured credit card, you deposit money in a bank designated by the credit card company to serve as a 'security deposit' - an assurance that th View the rest of this article

TEAS FROM WILD PLANTS AND THEIR BENEFITS

All these teas (unless specified) are brewed with one teaspoon of dried
leaves or two teaspoons of fresh leaves to one cup of water.
You should always steep the teas. This means pouring hot water over the tea substitutes and
leaving for five to fifteen minutes. You should always dry the tea leaves and roots out
of the sun, in dark airy places. Then you should store the dried teas in airtight
containers.

Persimmon Tea:

a fine strong tea can be made from the persimmon leaves when dried and crushed. The leaves can be used all year
round and are rich in vitamin C. Use Persimmon tea as a healthy tonic.

Sassafras Tea:

Boil the fresh Sassafras roots after wash View the rest of this article

Refinance Your Mortgage To Rebuild Credit

Refinancing your mortgage is one way to rebuild your credit, particularly if you have recently declared bankruptcy. With a poor credit history, you can find refinancing through a sub prime lender. To rebuild your credit, make regular payments on your mortgage and other bills. Then after two years, refinance again for lower rates with your now good credit rating.
A Note About Sub Prime Lenders
Sub prime lenders offer B, C, and D credit, which means they offer credit to high risk lenders. For taking on these high-risk loans, sub prime lenders charge slightly higher interest rates and fees.
Some sub prime lenders charge excessively high fees, but you can screen these out by comparing mortgage rates. Online mortgage lenders make this easy with their on View the rest of this article

Alexa: Why You Should Be Using The Toolbar.

Why on earth would anyone want to install a piece of spyware onto their Web browser? No sensible right minded person would …unless you are a webmaster and you want to improve your SERPS ranking that is.
The Alexa toolbar is not “technically” spyware as it doesn’t retrieve any private or personal information. It does however log all the sites you visit and as webmasters we can use this to our advantage. It uses this information to compile traffic ranking statistics and a relational list. The relational list is very useful as it shows what other sites people who have looked the current website have also visited. Alexa is owned by Amazon and it is possible to make your own Alexa toolbar with your Amazon affiliate code included. You can then place this on your site a View the rest of this article

Effective List Management Can Save You Big

Let’s talk about how to keep your postage costs down.





So far you have been following my advice and mailing to the same list more


than once. At some point you find lists that will produce returns continually, but you notice that you are receiving more returns than when you started mailing to those lists.





You may see things like "Undeliverable as Addressed" or "Forwarding Order Expired." Every time you mail to an address and that prospect has moved or cannot be found for any reason, you have just paid for the postage with no possibility of getting a response.





Obviously it is a pretty big waste of money to continue to mail to this address, but what do you do about it? You could simply go into the View the rest of this article

3 Step Blue Print To Internet MLM Business Success

When I build my internet mlm business, many of my downlines always ask me for a strategy to build their business. Building an internet mlm business has a great advantage over offline means, you can get people to watch your presentation online and you can generate leads online. This article will show you a simple 3 step blue print that any of your downlines can emulate and be successful online.
Register a domain
The first step that anyone in an internet mlm should do is to register a domain name and point it to your company referral url. It looks more professional and allows people to remember your internet mlm business url better. Studies have shown that if the person does not bookmark your domain name, he will resort to guessing so you do not want someone el View the rest of this article

Saving For A College Education

Saving for a college education is one of the most difficult things for a student and their family. Luckily many businesses, organizations, and institutions offer helpful plans that assist in making this task a little easier and a little less frustrating.
One such plan was developed for the staff and families of colleges in the State of New York. New York's College Savings Program is designed to help families of all income levels save for this important goal.
It works through payroll deduction and employees can enroll for as little as $15 per pay period. These deductions are made on an after-tax basis.
The program offers New Yorkers an annual New York State income tax deduction for contributions of up to $5,000 for individuals and up to $10,000 for married View the rest of this article

Marketing Options For Cleaning Companies ? Part Two

Part one looked at telesales, yellow pages and other directories, using mailing lists and advertising in local papers and journals. In this article I will be considering direct selling techniques, leaflet drops and internet advertising.
1. Direct Approach
You could simply cold call on a company and hope you can get to talk to somebody. My experience of this is that it is quite a daunting task and by and large relatively unsuccessful in gaining new business. A lot of time, effort and fuel can be wasted as well as damage to ones morale which could take quite a severe battering as you experience one knockback after another. Not a technique to be recommended. However with regard to builders cleans it can be successful. What this entails is visiting any building s View the rest of this article

Forex Software Packages

If you plan to start trading FOREX online you will of course be using a software system. This system will make it easy for you to get information quickly about market prices and make trades. There are two types of FOREX software available, client based and web based.
As the FOREX market is a fast moving market and you will need up to the minute information to make informed transactions, it is up to you to see you have a high speed internet connection. Dial up internet access will absolutely not work for this. Another consideration could be the location of the servers used by your broker. If your broker's servers are located quite a distance from you, say in another country, this could potentially slow down your transmissions. If you plan to trade online you will View the rest of this article

Babies Bring Love, Joy And Opinions

The old saying ?babies aren?t born with instruction manuals? has opened the door for unwanted advice from family and friends, alike. If you?re a mother, specifically a ?new? mother, at first you may appreciate the guidance of those that went before you. But eventually even the most patient of women will break. You will most likely become a hermit, hiding the car in the garage, locking the doors, turning the ringer off and avoiding anyone that perceives themselves as an ?expert? on the subject of motherhood and newborns. So before you become a recluse and start avoiding all human contact; here?s some more advice on ?unwanted? advice.
Often times, a new mother?s insecurities get the best of her, and in all honesty, this happens to all mothers; not just the ?new? on View the rest of this article

How To Gain Web Traffic Through 9 Simple Tips

Driving traffic to your website can be a time consuming task. However, these easy tips may help you increase traffic and convert those visitors into actual customers.





1. Title on your main URL and secondary pages


Originally, my title was ADVANCED SYSTEMS-A Leadership & Organizational Training & Development Firm near Chicago, IL. If I searched for the first two words ADVANCED SYSTEMS using Overture at http://inventory.overture.com I found a little over 4,000 keyword searches. By using this tool, I entered various key words and discovered that the term education and training had over 210,000 searches during the previous month. Research also recommends that the title length not exceed 77 characters and so I continued researching the most View the rest of this article

Ten Great Reasons to Create an eBook

According to some sources, it is estimated that the Information
industry is going to be worth over $7.8 billion over the next 3
years.

If you could tap into just 0.0000001% of that $7.8 billion, you
could rake in $78,000!

Isn't that a good enough reason to create your own information
laden ebook?

If it isn't, here are 10 more great reasons to create your own
ebook:

1) If you create an ebook that solves peoples problems, you will
feel great knowing that you are helping a few, possible thousands
of people improve their lives.

2) A well written and presented ebook will bring you notoriety,
prestige and even fame! People will respect your opinions and
want to read more of your work.


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Who Is Responsible For Solving All Of Life's Problems?

What are the biggest problems facing the individual these days? Although they will vary from person to person, generally in the Western society I see the following four problems:
1. Unhappiness
2. Health issues (in the majority of cases this is a weight problem)
3. Money problems
4. Relationship problems
I live in Australia, a nation of 20 million people, in which 1 million are currently reported to be on anti-depressants. With such horrendous figures, why has no-one taught us ?basic happiness skills??
When one in two marriages lead to divorce, why are we not taught ?basic relationship skills??
When greater than 50% of people are considered overweight, with obesity rates continuing to rise, why are we not taught ?basic health skills??
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Do you work from home? Plan your next home purchase accordingly

The flexibility afforded by a “zero-commute” combined with the skyrocketing price of gasoline has strengthened the case for full time teleworking and telecommuting. According to an Environmental Protection Agency (2004) study:

“Americans spend an average of 46 hours per year stuck in traffic. Gridlock produces more than $63 billion in congestion costs per year”

The artist community has been well acquainted with the use of work/living spaces for years, but improvements in technology have made the benefits of teleworking and occasional telecommuting more attractive to general consumers. According to the key findings form the International Telework Association & Council (ITAC) Telework America (2000) View the rest of this article