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The groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter and since then we have had a month dubbed 'February Fury'. By now everybody has heard about the snow storm that blanketed the major cities of the mid-Atlantic. Many of them had snow records and most of the travel industry took a hit. One of the cities hit hardest was Washington, DC. Our capital was shut down to dig out, something that I'm use to in my area. They aren't as use to it in Washington, because a couple of inches of snow shuts down everything, giving our politicians a paid day off!
So finally life is returning to the major metropolitans of the east coast. On the good side, New York City was spared from the wrath of this major snowstorm. I don't have the heart to tell them that another major snowstorm is heading their way. NYC will not be spared this time, and Washington is in the center of the bulls-eye! Over a foot of snow expected.
Bet they are hoping for global warming now...
In our daily fight against obesity, one of the main causes that keeps popping-up is soda. We can truly fight obesity if we remove our intake of sweetened carbonated beverages from our diets. I was once a soft drink junkie and consumed more soda than water. This may come back to haunt me later, but I hope not.
Now in a new study, soda is linked to pancreatic cancer. The high level of sugars in soda increases the level of insulin that is linked pancreatic cancer.
I admit that I am addicted to the carbonation of soda, that is why I drink club soda, seltzer and tonic water. Adding fruit juice, coffee, etc., can add that soda-dy flavor. I prefer drinking the alternatives without the flavor, but sometimes I'll indulge.
Soda is linked to many health problems in general. I would advise eliminating it or limiting it. You should take note that the soda industry is very manipulative and deceiving when it comes to portions. A serving is 8 fl. oz. and a can is 12 fl. oz. If you drink a whole can of soda(and who doesn't), you should read the label accordingly because everything is one-plus-half. A 20 fl. oz. bottle of soda contains two and a half servings. All labels give the total for ONE serving only. If nothing else multiply the calories and sugar by servings and prepare for a shock!
I didn't realize that the Super Bowl is considered a holiday. As far as beer consumption, the Super Bowl is big, but not bigger than other beer events. Here are the biggest beer holidays. Beer holidays are when beer is consumed in large quantities by a large number of Americans.
We may be witnessing an evolution in suicide bombers. Since terrorists never rest, a new twist appears and may be the next wave of explosives that may be hard to detect. Women suicide bombers are getting breast implants that are loaded with explosives.
The recruiting is by al-Qaeda that may be planning an attack on US soil by July. The new tactics of using explosive implants shows how determined our enemy is to attack us. They are also shifting to women suicide bombers that may be harder to detect in the long run.
Just when I think that I am the only one who finds climate statistics inaccurate and easily manipulated, I find a growing truth to this theory among my peers. I really hate to sound like I'm repeating myself on the topic by giving my own statistics, but experts are finding flaws to the climate-pushers theories of doom.
The UN climate change panel inaccurately claimed that the Netherlands is over half below sea level due to climate change. The claim was false but they manipulated statistics. From the article
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If some wonder why societies have a problem with the full cover Burqa used by Muslim women, then wonder no more! Some will take advantage of any situation that gives them easy access to criminal activity. You have to wonder if the robbers were men or women which would make this a double-edged sword.
In my opinion, if people truly believe in the separation of church and state, then religion should play no part in our secular societies. One can't single out one religion's symbols and turn a blind eye to others. Our societies are based on interactions and non-verbal communications which makes it hard when you can't see the face
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Whether people agree or disagree with the war, we all do what we can to support our troops. Many give to charity organizations that are geared towards the troops in general. Others give in other ways.
I found a way to give to any soldier what they really need and want. AnySoldier.com lets you pick a soldier in harms way and send them what they want and need. The site provides all the information you need to send a soldier some true support. Take note that after the introduction story there are links to support our fighters in other branches of the military.
Nothing drains your finances more than addictions. If you are addicted to smoking, drugs, alcohol, shopping, and anything else done in access, you are spending money that can be used for other things. Sure we all have our little habits that may get us through life. Some people smoke occasionally, some drink, we all may do things just for our entertainment.
I gamble occasionally, meaning hardly ever. I work with people and am surrounded by people that are daily gamblers. They buy lottery tickets, scratch offs, play numbers, bet on horses, games, etc., and are constantly hoping to win the big one so that they can retire rich. Most go so far into debt that they can never retire, but still continue to gamble, hoping the dream comes true
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Sometimes you need to follow what terrorists do in other countries to find a major vulnerability at home. Since deadly attacks have doubled on American-based hotels abroad, one should consider a possible scenario here at home.
For fear of not alarming the general public, it is business as usual at American hotels here at home. Forget that we have the technology to thwart off an attack or dramatically lower the number of casualties, we choose to err on the side of luck rather than caution. Don't worry until it happens and then deal with it is the basic philosophy
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We live in a violent society and anyone can become a victim. Even 'safe' neighborhoods are targeted. Having guns legally should always be an option.