Police force - Have you ever heard that saying - Take the law into your own hands - well how very true are those words that are spoken especially if you are looking to nail a criminal. Here in the UK, and what with today`s society as it is, we are advised not to approach the intruder in the home or argue with a mugger if accosted - well this all makes sense - but what does not make sense is, if we do not do the job ourselves then who will. If we had more law enforcement (police force) on the streets then crime prevention may uphold. We need more Bobbies on the beat to ensure our safety on the streets that we fear to tread. However in saying that - give our police force their due - they have been running an awareness campaign on offensive weapons. 0ver the last couple of months an amnesty was issued for people to surrender in their knives, and the outcome of this campaign as the police force stated - was a proven a success. What a whole load of codswollop, try telling that to the poor unfortunate victim who lies bleeding in a pool of blood after being stabbed in the back for reasons that remain a mystery - slain by those who refused to give up their killing device. What is it coming to when our police force have to rely upon asking for guns and knives. In contrast weapons as such should be taken from the hands of all perpetrators who maim and kill. What is the point of a police force we ask ourselves while we total up the number of bodies that lie on a cold mortuary slab? It is because of our government - that our police force hands are tied. Certain restrictions and limitations have been imposed due to government spending (money) therefore less street patrols. Without more policing on the street then there is no safe guarantee that you may reach pension age. Talking of money - if law and order was upheld by our police force then what would be the point of daily newspapers, for example no snippet or bulletins on abduction, a paedophile ring being busted or the reading of a rape or murder. All these penny pulling stories would be near to non existent headlines - should the police take charge of their position (Crime Prevention) Our government needs to address this matter on a more serious note. Why are our police force fully kitted out with crime prevention objects and safety clothing like a bullet proof vest, gun, and knock out sprays, only to find themselves sitting behind a desk answering 999 calls of which they fail to attend on time because of the mounting paperwork. The next headline you read in your daily newspaper will read, as long as those desks act as a barrier preventing the policeman from doing his job - then the criminal on the street will always roam free.

At parks and beaches, there are fences, barriers and trained lifeguards on duty to keep swimmers and their families safe. Unfortunately, many residential pools don't have the same safety measures in place. Without proper poolside precautions, summer celebrations could quickly turn tragic. "Each year, more than 250 children under the age of 5 are drowning victims, often in their own backyards," said John Drengenberg, manager of consumer affairs for Underwriters Laboratories Inc., a not-for-profit product safety certification organization. Drengenberg says a child in trouble may not be able to alert anyone by splashing or yelling for help. "We all need to be more aware and attentive whenever our families are around a pool," said Drengenberg. He offers these tips for keeping your summer pool parties safe. * Follow the "10/20 pool patrol" rule. Anytime kids are in the water, have an adult on pool patrol. A supervising adult needs to be able to scan the entire pool every 10 seconds and reach the water within 20 seconds. * If you own a pool, learn infant and child CPR and make sure your children take swimming lessons. * If a child is missing and a pool is in the area, don't waste valuable time searching elsewhere: Always check the pool first. * Install a fence that is at least 4 feet high with a self-closing, self-latching gate that has a locking mechanism beyond a child's reach. The fence should completely separate the pool from the house and play area of the yard. * Remove any overhanging tree limbs, chairs or ladders from the area to prevent children from climbing over the fence surrounding the pool. For above-ground pools, remove ladders and portable steps. * Consider adding a pool motion sensor and gate alarms to alert you to anyone approaching or jumping into the pool. * Don't forget a pool cover. Power safety covers are recommended for in-ground pools. * Keep rescue devices such as life preservers at poolside. Also, have a telephone nearby and appropriate emergency numbers posted. * Remove all toys when you leave the pool. Floats, balls and other toys may attract children to the unattended pool. * Always empty wading pools after your children are finished playing. Infants can drown in just a few inches of water.

I’ve always wanted someone to give me a portrait as a gift but somehow, there’s still no one who has the foresight to give me that. Portraits are not impersonal gifts that you can just purchase from the mall but rather portraits are very special gifts that can impress recipients with your thoughtfulness and level of care. Choosing the right subject and the right occasion to give portraits as a gift is the first obstacle in your path. To help you choose when’s the best time to give someone a portrait as a gift, here are several suggestions that you could bear in mind. For Better or For Worse, Till Death Do Us Part What else am I talking about except for marriages? For most people, especially the Catholics, you can only walk down the aisle once in your life so for them, marriages that last long as Britney’s Vegas ceremony are an absolute no-no. Hence, if you’ve got friends who believe that only death can ruin their marriages, you can certainly believe that they haven’t arrived on their decisions lightly. Most probably, they’ve married because they found true and everlasting love and could there be a better way than capturing the essence of their feelings for each other through a beautiful portrait gift? I’ll Remember You People who are bereft of their loved ones and in mourning usually feel that an integral part of their lives are lacking. Even though they’ve “moved on” with their lives, there are still times that they probably can’t help but miss their loved ones. To give them something concrete to hold on to, you could try giving them a portrait gift of that special someone who passed away. Animals – Friends For Life Never underestimate the bond between man and animal. That’s why they say that the dog’s a man’s best friend. A dog, for a lot of people, serves as a daily companion who stays with their masters throughout the good and the bad times. Sadly, dogs and other animals have a comparatively shorter life span so it would be inevitable when the time comes that they’d leave their masters to go to the after life. Hence, for pet lovers, portraits done of their pets could just be that perfect gift. Memories For some people, a remembrance of their old hometown or a favorite childhood spot is the best gift they could ever receive because it reminds them of their origins and how far they’ve come.

Les jeux de cartes offrent donc а tous une possibilitй de se divertir dans le calme, mais permettent aussi a la famille de se retrouver, de communiquer, de partager et d'йvoluer ensemble tout en dйveloppant ses capacitйs intellectuelles. Mкme dans les moments calmes, un enfant surtout encore assez jeune a besoin et d'attention et surtout d'occupation, alors que vous rechercheriez plutфt un moment de silence et de tranquillitй. En effet, la majoritй de ces jeux demande un effort de concentration de par la stratйgie requise et l'assimilation des rиgles de bases. Les jeux de cartes permettent de faire travailler votre concentration, essentielle dans votre rйussite professionnelle, personnelle et familiale. Pour cela, rien de plus simple. Fixez vous dans les premiers temps un temps de jeu rapide pour atteindre un but prйcis. Prenez ensuite une petite pause. Refaites la mкme deיmarche pour les parties suivantes. Pendant le temps fixe, ne vous dйtournez sous aucun prйtexte de cette partie (tйlйphone, cigarette, une pause cafй). Vous constaterez rapidement qu'aprиs quelques efforts surhumains que cela aurait pu vous demander, que cela n'a, au final, rien de compliquer. Pourquoi? Car vous vous y serez habitue. Au niveau des enfants, le problиme est similaire. Il est assez difficile pour eux, aprиs une journйe d'йcole, de rentrer directement a la maison et d'entamer immйdiatement leurs devoirs. Pour les convaincre qu'ils ont tout a y gagner, imposer leur un temps court de concentration au travers des jeux de cartes puis une pause et de nouveau une concentration courte sur une mкme partie. Ils constateront alors bien vite qu'ils auront d'avantage a gagner en restant concentre sur un problиme 20 minutes et finir rapidement le devoir que de rester a papillonner 1 heure pour ce mкme travail. Rйsultats aussi bien pour les adultes que les enfants: en restant concentrer sur des jeux, votre rapiditй au travail sera dйcuplйe grвce a cet entraоnement rйgulier. En consйquence, vos temps de loisirs se rallongeront, et vous йviterez ainsi les mauvaises consciences relatives au travail bвclй et mal fait, tout en donnant d'avantage de temps a vos proches ainsi qu'a vous mкme. Alors motivez-vous! Les jeux de cartes suivants permettant ce dйveloppement ne sont qu'a titre d'exemple. La Bataille est idйale pour se dйfouler mais aussi pour rester concentrй. Demande beaucoup d'astuce et permet de dйvelopper sa rapiditй d'esprit dans une ambiance bonne enfant. Le Domino: Le but est de se dйbarrasser de toutes ses cartes, en complйtant des sйries posйes sur la table. L'ordre des cartes est le suivant Roi/Dame/Valet/10/9/8/7/6/5/4/3/2/As. Le jeu demande une certaine rigueur d'esprit et beaucoup de patience. L'Euchre: Date du XIXe siиcle, est le jeu oщ apparait pour la premiиre fois le Joker. Celui-ci se joue а 4 joueurs, en 2 йquipes de 2, les deux partenaires йtant assis l'un en face de l'autre. Le but est de faire 3 levйes sur 5.L'Euchre permet donc de dйvoiler d'avantage l'esprit d'йquipe ou l'individualisme de vos enfants. D'autres jeux lus connus sont jouables tel le Tarot, la belote, le Nain Jaune (vivement recommandй), Napolйon, le poker, Pyramide, le Rami, la crapette et bien d'autres encore. Alors qu'attendez vous?

Comme vous l'avez surement constate, les adolescents ont la facheuse tendance a rechignez pour partir avec vous en vacances. Pour cela, il vous faut vous preparer a un travail de longue haleine afin de les convaincre. Une fois l'adolescent convaincu, le plus dur reste a faire. Il faut alors lui trouver des activites qui le distraieront. Vous etes dans le Sud de la France par exemple? Ils ne savent pas quoi faire? Rechignent mais n'ont pas d'idees? Car pour eux, les vacances ne sont pas un simple moment de repos c'est aussi le temps pour vous de decouvrir l'evolution peu ou pas remarque de votre enfant a cette periode, et de regler les problemes de comprehension entre vous. Bref, les vacances sont aussi l'occasion du rapprochement familial. L'objectif de cet article est donc de vous aider a trouver la meilleure occupation pour des vacances reussies a 100%. 1) Choisissez parmi les complexes tels les clubs offrant des activites distayante comme le golf, les spots aquatiques, tables de billards, tennis et basketball, et piscine. L'idee etant de partager ces activites ensemble et non separement. Les vacances sont le moment privilegiez pour regenerer vos relations avec vos enfants. Faites un effort pour decouvrir leurs loisirs, lectures, plat preferes et y participer, et decouvrir leur byorythme. L'une des options consiste a se rendre pres d'un lieu d'eau (piscine ou mer) et de prendre un balle et de jouer a l'aqua volley. Les tables de billards et les courts de tennis sont aussi une autre eventualite a prendre en consideration car le meilleur moyen de jouer avec ou contre eux. Les activites physiques sont a privilegier aux autres car l'effort physique est le plus rapide et le plus facile a executer. Cela leur permet d'autant plus d'evacuer tout le stress accumuler au cours de l'annee et de faire sortir leurs grieffs, de faзon а pouvoir se ressourcer avant la prochaine rentree scolaire. Mais ces activites vous sont toutes aussi benefiques car, en meme temps que vous decouvrez votre enfant, vous evacuer vous-mкme ce stress, qui vous rend alors plus disponible et plus a son ecoute et donc de redenir son "amie". 2) Les jeux de cartes, quant a eux, sont tres bons pour resserer les liens en fin de journee, lorsque l'effort physique se fait sentir. Prenez les avec vous lors de sorties piscines par exemple, ou en fin de journee avant les repas. Decouvrez leurs jeux favoris et apprenez en leur les regles comme le Blackjack ou du Poker. Attendez vous au depart a une reaction de mecontentement mais une fois impliques, rassurez vous vos ados retrouveront le sourire. Jouez y de preference une heure avant le diner. Quelques soient les regles que vous appliquez, gardez a l'esprit que vous etes en periode de vacances. Ne fixer donc pas trop de limites, mais n'autorisez pas tout non plus. Car meme en periode de vacances, il est important pour eux de garder certains repaires. Les deux extremes seriant tout aussi nefastes pour eux que pour vous meme lors du retour.

Many people find special occasions and holidays to be stressful. Trying to get the right gift for everyone is no easy task. To make your life easier during those times, follow these simple tips: Start looking for a gift in advance. Trying to find something the day before the occasion is extremely stressful and is nearly impossible. If you do find yourself in a situation where you need to come up with a gift right away, get the person a gift certificate to their favorite store. Gift certificates also make the best gift for someone who is very picky. When buying clothes or jewelry, look at what the person wears to get an idea of their style. When in doubt, choose the classic style items that are "safe" - not something along the lines of "love it or hate it". Include a gift receipt whenever you can. If the recipient does not like the gift, he or she will really appreciate the opportunity to return or exchange it for something they like. Avoid buying perfumes and cosmetics for people whose taste you don’t know. Most people are very picky about the personal care brands, fragrances and colors. Those items are embarrassing to return since many stores don’t accept them back or frown upon the return of "personal care" items. Avoid giving bulky items for the home such as paintings or furniture. It puts the recipient in a really bad position if they don’t like your gift. If you visit this person’s home, they will face the dilemma of either having to tell you that they got rid of your gift, or having to put the unwanted item on display at their home. Indulgence items make great gifts. Some people feel guilty buying things that are "nice to have", but not absolutely necessary. By giving that item as a gift, you will allow such person to enjoy it without the guilt. Don’t go overboard in trying to find the most perfect gift – be reasonable. If you try way too hard, it creates resentment and extreme disappointment if the recipient’s reaction is not what you have hoped. Keep it simple. Presentation and packaging are very important (yes, people do judge the book by its cover). To create a good impression, gift-wrap the gift and include a beautiful card. How you give is as important as what you give. Present the gift with an easy-going attitude - simply smile and say "This is for you". And please don’t bug the person about whether they liked your gift or not! Give gracefully, and feel secure about your gift. People will surely appreciate your skillful gift giving.

Housewarming gifts need to be practical yet unique gift ideas. Use some common sense to give a gift that fits the occasion but more importantly the people you are gifting to. Most people have a kitchen. Most people could use a useful kitchen or gourmet item. Be inclined to purchase an elegant glass teapot over that crazy cuckoo clock you were considering. No man but feels more of a man in the world if he have but a bit of ground that he can call his own. However small it is on the surface, it is four thousand miles deep; and that is a very handsome property. ~Charles Dudley Warner Housewarming traditions date back centuries. It’s possible to believe that people were more neighborly back then. However, good neighbors still exist and they exist, in most cases, because they believe that knowing and welcoming new neighbors is not an outdated idea. Often neighbors remain behind closed doors and fail to notice or welcome others to the neighborhood. It usually takes just one neighbor to help others see that being neighborly has multiple benefits. Whenever we move we can feel anxious about a new neighborhood, new city and a new way of life. When others reach out to us it helps us acclimate to these new conditions much more rapidly. They often become trusted friends. There are many housewarming gift ideas and none of them have to break the bank. A simple kitchen gift is always welcome because it helps fix in the mind of your new neighbor that there is investment in making their new location a home. A cooking gift may well be used on a regular basis and the recipient of the gift may conclude that they are indeed amongst good neighbors. There are upscale neighborhoods where a more extravagant housewarming gift may be appropriate; however, most gifts should be both functional and beautiful while remaining within your budget. The hallmark of a housewarming gift is their practicality. While other celebrations may call for an unusually high degree of creativity, housewarming traditions have always erred on the side of common sense. Housewarming traditions have changed over the years. Where eggs and cherry pie might have been the primary gift in times past, small practical kitchen gifts coupled with a home produced gift will be an appealing combination to new neighbors in the 21st century. This may be why some good neighbors may choose to implement a two pronged approach to housewarming traditions. For instance they might provide a glass oil lamp that provides elegance and an inspired aroma, but they may also provide a secondary gift of home grown produce or home baked goods. It might also be a combination of gourmet oil and vinegar cruet coupled with a potted plant or flower bulbs. The addition of a kitchen gift is almost assured to leave a favorable impression with new neighbors. Cooking gifts are well received housewarming gifts as well. Because we spend so much time in the kitchen, receiving a gift that either enhances cooking techniques or makes cooking easier remains a memorable token. Your gesture should indicate that you believe your new neighbor is a great addition to the neighborhood and that your hand of friendship remains extended. Your housewarming gift should communicate a genuine joy in meeting someone new. New neighbors should understand your wish for a quick adjustment and that it is your intent to remain a good neighbor while contributing to the warmth and charm of the newest ‘home’ on the block. You may have many neighbors over a lifetime or you may have very few. Please remember, sometimes the greatest neighbors are discovered when housewarming traditions are observed and implemented. A new best friend might be waiting - just next door.

Copyright 2006 David Steele Today’s couples seem confused, and today’s relationship professionals seem confused about today’s couples. Let me explain this statement. In August, the National Marriage Project published their annual "The State of Our Unions: The Social Health of Marriage in America, 2005." Below are a few of the findings: • Between 1960 and 2004 the number of unmarried couples in America increased by nearly 1200 percent • The marriage rate continues to decline • The cohabitation rate continues to increase, with a higher failure rate than marriage • The divorce rate continues to be around 50 percent, though has declined a bit, most likely due to fewer marriages and more cohabitation • An increasing percentage of teenagers state that they want to get married and that having a good marriage and family is important to them This research is disturbing because the trend is against having successful relationships. Our problems are getting worse, not better. There is a widening gulf between: • what people want (a successful committed relationship)… • what they do (cohabitate)… • and the results they get (relationship failure) The confusion of couples seems pretty clear. They want a committed relationship but fear failure, so they live together as a first step to minimize risk. However, living together actually increases risk because (in my opinion) they are acting committed without having made a real commitment. Current research seems to indicate pretty strongly that commitment is what makes long-term relationships succeed. OK, that seems pretty easy. Now for the challenging part. The Confused Professionals In my opinion, many relationship professionals seem confused about how to handle the growing number of “not yet committed” (“pre-committed”) couples that seek their help. Most seem to approach these couples the same as committed couples, as I did some years ago. But these couples are not the same as committed couples. They don’t have the “fact” of commitment, and more importantly, they don’t have the “attitude” of commitment. In my 20+ years of practice I have learned that when couples don’t have an alignment of “fact” and “attitude” their prognosis is extremely poor. This year I conducted five one-day CEU workshops on Relationship Coaching for licensed mental health professionals. It was pretty cool to do these workshops live and in-person after so many years conducting trainings over the telephone. Participants of these workshops universally appreciated learning the distinction between “committed” and “pre-committed” (as distinct from “pre-marital,” which is a couple that have a committed mindset) and “fact” versus “attitude.” Once the differences were pointed out, they immediately “got it” and the challenges they have been experiencing with these couples started to make sense. What Are They Thinking? All over the U. S. and other parts of the world, singles become couples by dating and then moving in together as the next step in their relationship. What are they thinking? • “Let’s see how this goes” • “We should ‘test’ this relationship before considering marriage” • “I’m (we’re) not ready for a committed relationship, so let’s just live together” The above attitudes reflect ignorance of how relationships really work, and are self-sabotaging if their goal is a successful life partnership. Three Levels of Consciousness In my way of thinking, we have three primary levels of consciousness: 1. Unconscious (awake but unaware) 2. Semi-conscious (aware of what’s in front of you) 3. Conscious (aware of the big picture) The unconscious pre-committed couple moves in together thinking “Let’s see how this goes” with the unexamined assumption that it is the logical next step. The semi-conscious pre-committed couple moves in together believing “We should ‘test’ this relationship before considering marriage.” They really believe they are making a wise choice, but are misinformed and setting themselves up for failure. The conscious pre-committed couple is asking themselves “Is this ‘The One?’ Should I make a commitment to this relationship?” They want to be successful and are not sure how, but at least they’re asking helpful questions rather than assuming they have the answers. The Round Peg and Square Hole Relationship Should we help all couples "make" their relationship work? If a pre-committed couple makes a less-than-conscious relationship choice and has an unsolvable problem related to an unmet requirement (e. g. one wants children and the other doesn't), then in my opinion there is not enough of a fit for long-term success, no matter how much they "love" each other and are attached to the relationship working. Our job needs to be to help them explore the reality of "what is" and make a conscious choice in alignment with who they are and what they want for their life and relationship. Please note that I'm referring to pre-committed couples here. In my opinion, this is the time to evaluate your relationship choice. Once you're committed, the task is to make the entire package work. I wish to clarify that I'm not "anti-cohabitation" or a zealot about marriage. I believe that in today's world we have many choices available to us and we should follow our own path. My goal is to help people find fulfillment in their life and relationships and I'm very pragmatic about how. My motto is "functioning first;" good choices are the ones that work, and poor choices are the ones that don't work. What Can We Do? As relationship professionals, what can we do to help pre-committed couples that seek our support when they are living together and experiencing problems? Here are some thoughts: 1. Ask the status of their relationship to assess “fact” and “attitude.” Don’t just assume they are committed and help them “make” their relationship work. 2. Educate them about some of the research mentioned above and have a conversation about “commitment” vs. “pre-commitment.” 3. Educate them about “requirements” and “solvable vs. unsolvable” problems 4. Once “informed” and more conscious, ask them to clearly articulate their agenda and goals for working with you. Don’t assume it is to “make” their relationship work. 5. Use a structured approach to help them explore their individual and shared vision, requirements, needs, and wants, and make a conscious long-term relationship choice in alignment with who they are and what they want. It’s for this purpose that I designed our “Partners in Life” program for these couples and provide workbooks, manuals, and training on helping these couples in our “Level One” couples coaching training at Relationship Coaching Institute.

People who purchase prefab homes from all of the social classes and have different interests. There is no specific group of people who purchase prefab homes. Prefab homes are usually associated with rednecks since most prefab homes are like trailers, but that is not the case. Don’t stereotype prefab homes because even people who are well to do have a prefab home. Many of the architects that are designing prefab homes are adding special flairs and interests to their designs. They are making them bigger and better. In fact, many of them cost around $85,000-$500,000 and have been known to go up as much as a million dollars. The whole idea that only poor people would need a prefab home is ridiculous. People purchase them because they are being offered way more features for half the price that it would take them to build it. It has nothing to do with the actual price; it is more about getting the better deal. People who purchase a prefab home are getting a home with all the trimmings. They don’t have to install hardwood floors or redo the walls and other things because their home is completely designed to look fabulous. Prefab homes have this stereotype that they are like a trailer, but they are not. They are smaller than you would probably build yourself, but they are nothing like a mobile home. Prefab homes have foundation built under them and are unusually added on like a regular home. People will add a garage to it, they will add a huge wrap around porch, and so on. People don’t buy prefab homes and sit in the parks, they purchase a home and usually place it on a lot that they have purchased or inherited. They are made to look great and classy. Prefab homes are becoming increasingly popular because of the economy. Everyone wants to have a beautiful home and still purchase within his or her budget. By purchasing a prefab home you can have the beautiful home and not worry about the stress of building or paying several businesses to make your home look great. By purchasing a prefab home, you still get to choose your options and most places allow you to personalize your home so that you feel like you build it. You get to have control on what it looks like, but you get it for a fraction of what it would cost for you to build. Some homes can get up to a million dollars because they are nice and because they offer so much more than people think. Prefab homes are simply just the modern home.

The availability of information has made it possible for people to become educated more quickly. Now that health and nutrition information is published in doctor's office, on television and radio, in grocery stores, and on the Internet, people have the opportunity to become more informed. There is a problem with this new widespread information. You now also have access to more varying opinions. One debate that shows no evidence of ever being settled is whether prescription drugs or natural alternatives are better. Being diagnosed with a serious condition, such as diabetes or heart disease is probably one of the scariest moments a person can experience in their life. When the health professional gives the prognosis, one of the first things that will happen is that the individual will be given a prescription medication that at the very least keeps the disease at bay. In fear of becoming sicker, people will generally rush and have the prescription filled and begin their treatment for the disease, hopefully following the health orders the health professional prescribed. There are people who are trying something different. More and more people are considering natural alternatives to prescription medication. What has caused this shift is the fact that many medications prescribed for serious health conditions have side effects. While many side effects tend to subside once your system has become adjusted to the medication, and many serious side effects are rare, many people don't want to take a chance with prescribed medication. This has lead to an increase in the purchase of natural alternativesparing natural alternatives to prescribed medication can help you and your doctor determine which route is best for you. On the side of natural alternatives is the belief that a treatment plan that features elements that are natural to the chemical makeup of the human body are best. There is also the belief that the reason prescription medications are often associated with unpleasant side effect is because they go against what the body really needs. However, there is no real concrete data that proves that natural alternatives are better. People basically take natural alternatives at their own risk, and the reason it is important to discuss natural alternatives with a medical professional. However, by now it's no secret that the pharmaceutical industry and the medical profession are close associates. Often doctors will offer their patients samples of the latest drugs. Despite the fact that the number of doctors who will never consider natural alternatives as a method of treatment outweighs the number of doctors who do, this close association with the pharmaceutical companies may be the reason. Until natural alternatives are investigated and approved by organizations, such as the United States Food and Drug Administration that oversee nutritional standards, the debate between prescribed medication and natural alternatives will continue. To check out the supplement we take daily and highly recommend, be sure to check out nutritional-supplement-guides/what-we-use. html

Rumor has it that press releases are the next big thing in the SEO business, and many companies are spending top dollars trying to write the next big press release announcing the next big balloon breaking technology. But is this really the next big thing? By definition, a Press Release is a kind of news item released by the company on whom the news is being reported. As such, you will have to compete with all the other press releases and hope that your will get picked up. Why Will Your Press Release Be Trashed? 1) Unless you are writing a press release about Microsoft, Adobe, Sony or one of the other mega-companies, or at least about a company that is relatively well known, forget about it. Journalists and news editors receive thousands of press releases a day and there is no way that they will waste more than a quick glance. So why should you pay a company seven to eight hundred dollars for them sending your press release to thousands of editors and journalists when they are going to junk it anyway? 2) Unless you are announcing a truly revolutionary product or technology (which I assume you are not since you are only interested in using the professionally paid and written press release to boost your search engine rankings), whatever you make up or announce such as some new free deal or new portal offering something unique, your chances of being picked up are very slim. Yes, the PR companies will tell you that they have vast experience in writing Press Releases that will make yours stand out and get picked up but this is not accurate. The only way your PR is going to get picked up is if it truly is something out of the ordinary or something that no one has ever thought off. 3) Unless you plan to spend millions of dollars and then just by sheer volume your site will go ahead in the search engines, this is not a good option. Why? If you send a large number of press releases then these will be placed on the different PR companies websites main page. Since most of these home pages have a very high page rank, your site will get a boost. The question is whether this boost is worth the large amount of money you will put into the PR companies pocket. No it is not. Use that money to buy (though I do not recommend this) links from high-ranked websites and you will pay less and receive more benefit. 4) Any press release, even if it has been accepted, will remain on the different pages for just a short time, making the time and effort and even more so the amount of money you paid fruitless. Conclusion: A press release is useful if you wish to contact the press and maybe get some free publicity, but it is of no use if you wish to use it as a tool in order to advance your website in the search engines.

: Pressure Washer Concrete Cleaning EquipmentBy Lance Winslow Cleaning concrete is tough and there is an easy way and a hard way. There is one thing you need to understand when you are pressure washer cleaning concrete; the concrete cannot always be made to look brand new again after it has been stained. You can always get stains lighter or bleached but completely removing it is very difficult, sometimes you get lucky, but if you are looking for perfection, chances are you will be underwhelmed. So when talking to customers let them know up front and explain this to them otherwise they will be asking for a job that just can't be done unless the entire concrete slab is ripped up and re-poured. Let’s talk about equipment that is needed for this type of work. Remember safety is always important when working with a pressure washer. Some times there are chemicals involved in cleaning some stains. Thus, you should always use some type of eye protection. Also, when you are using chemicals you need to wear jeans to protect your legs. Chemicals made for concrete are very strong and should not be toyed with. Would a person rather work with dry feet or wet? It is recommended that you get rubber waders or some type of rubber boot. They will keep your feet from getting wet and keep them from getting burned by the 250 degree water. Orange cones are also important to have for this job. These help make people visually aware that you are there if you are in a high traffic area or where there are a lot of contract workers at say a newly constructed house that needs the concrete cleaned. This makes everyone around you safe and you are helping prevent accidents. Of course you are going to need a Hydro-Twister for this job. You can technically do the job with a wand but it will take a lot more time and water, not to mention you can cause streaking if you are not using even strokes across the slab of concrete. Most of the new hot water pressure washers have an option of a hydro twister type unit but if you don't have one and or you need a second unit we recommend that you go to buy one. When buying a hydro twister buy the larger of the two. There my be only a 5 inch difference in surface coverage but it is well worth it when you are trying to save time without cutting corners. Especially if you are cleaning concrete at a construction site or a large retail type box store, there is a lot of concrete and the faster you clean it the more money you will make. Think about it. "Lance Winslow" - If you have innovative thoughts and unique perspectives, come think with Lance; WorldThinkTank. net/wttbbs Article Source: EzineArticles/

Most people would agree that the kitchen is the last place they want to encounter beetles, moths and worms. However, for some household pests, the kitchen provides all the main ingredients for an extended, comfortable stay. Few homeowners realize that, despite all efforts to keep kitchens clean and pest-free, some pests may already be thriving inside the foods your family has stored. Experts refer to them as "stored product pests" or "occasional invaders," but homeowners call them "pantry pests"-the more than 300 species of beetles, moths, worms and weevils that survive on any of the food items in your pantry or kitchen cabinets. According to experts at Orkin, Inc., virtually no items in your kitchen can escape infestation when left unused and exposed for substantial periods of time. Pantry pests normally gravitate toward whole and processed grains such as flour, meal and rice, but will eat almost anything they can access, including dried fruits, spices, chocolate and even decorative plant arrangements. Pantry pests are often carried into your kitchen via infested, store-bought foods. Others invade the pantry from the outdoors, lured by odors escaping from food that has been packaged improperly. "Many of these persistent pests can find food in your home by gnawing through cereal boxes and penetrating packaging," said Frank Meek, entomologist and technical director for Orkin. "But many just get lucky and find their way into our foods because we haven't sealed them tightly." These food-infesting pests are usually not the source of significant health threats for homeowners. However, health issues can result from direct contact with or inhalation of pest-related allergens produced by pest species including cockroaches, mites and meal moths. Following these tips can help prevent pantry pest infestations: • Store foods in tightly sealed containers that keep pests out. Remember that some pests can eat through paper wrapping. • Inspect food storage areas regularly; use a flashlight to peek in dark, undisturbed corners. • Clean pantry and cabinet shelves and floors thoroughly. Use a vacuum to pick up crumbs. However, if pests continue to feast on foods in your kitchen, trust a licensed pest control company to help you identify solutions for protecting your pantry.

Potting table is the place where the garden pots, manures, other mixes, temporary storage for garden supplies are kept. In other words, potting table is a work bench. This is the table where the gardener plans the gardening activities. Potting tables is the work shop or garage where fertilizers and spray bottles are kept. Potting tables can be made according to the requirement of the garden. Some potting tables have two or three shelves to store small garden tools in the lower shelf and garden supplies in slightly higher shelves. Potting table helps the gardener to keep garden supplies away from mud or insects. Potting tables helps to keep the garden fertilizers and spray comfortably. The lower shelf will also serve as incubating place to grow small seedlings in the required temperature. Potting table helps the gardener to make his dream garden. It is also a nice gift article for those who won medium or large gardens. Creative solutions can be found at potting tables. Potting tables find a place for everything and everything in its place. Beautifully hand crafted cedar or teak potting tables are sturdy and durable. Ideal potting tables will have enough shelves and trays to store gloves and tools with sufficient work space. Cedar and Teak potting tables are lightweight and unlikely to crack. These tables are resistant to weather, insect attack. It also stays cool. Normally potting tables are three feet high with strong storage compartments. Potting tables have multifunction and they are purposeful assets to any garden. It is dedicated to potting plants. Potting tables also used for sorting seeds, mixing soil, fertilizers etc. Potting tables are gardener’s play station. Potting is very a utility table, an all purpose work area. Every gardener requires essentially a potting table. During the rainy season no outside gardening activity can be undertaken, however, when a potting table is available preparations for next gardening can be done. After rainy season, entire family members will love to do some gardening. This is possible only with the help of a potting table. Hand made Potting table with finest materials provides dependable service. Gardener needs a comfortable size work space to do potting, repotting and other jobs. Garden dreams made realistic on the potting table whether it is humble or grand. Potting table made with natural wood is versatile and serve multipurpose. Potting tables are also made up of metals and plastic. Potting Bench with enclosed roof top is more convenient. Aluminum potting tables are loved by horticultural enthusiasts. These tables are available with two sections or three sections. Potting Table is a master piece in outdoor garden dйcor. Potting table saves valuable patio area. Potting tables designed with soil mixing box, handy top and bottom shelf made up of red cedar wood is simply superb. It is joy for our eyes and work station to do green house or yard. Many factors are to be considered before buying a potting table. Firstly the table should be made up of good quality natural wood or cast aluminum. Secondly the table must be of the normal height to make the work table convenient. The table should provide solid work surface. All these ensure a good Potting Table.

For most people, the wedding is a very important event in their lives. The joining of two people and the creation of a new family is one of the most meaningful occasions in a person’s life. Weddings are complex and memorable events. Weddings take extensive planning and good execution as a great number of people come together to celebrate the occasion. Both the wedding itself and the related reception, showers and pre-wedding parties can benefit from custom designed private label drinking water. One very effective way to establish a theme and create reminders of the memorable occasion is private label drinking water. Since a wedding is celebratory with food and refreshments for a large number of persons, private label drinking water serves a number of functions: • The label can be designed to celebrate the occasion with quality designed artwork that reflects a custom message and theme • The drinking water in the bottle is refreshing and healthy • Many of the participants will save the water as a memory of the event • The private label water can be combined with other items to create memorable party favors and gift baskets Private label drinking water affords a wedding planner the ability to create a custom designed label with a very personalized message that meets the specification of the wedding couple. Since the event is personal, an individualized thematic message can be created. With the proper technology, high quality individualized graphics can also be added to create a personalized memory. Personalized Bottled Water Memories Personalized bottled water is an excellent way to preserve the memory of the wedding event. With a custom designed label for every occasion, the water can be consumed at the wedding or at a later date. In addition, personalized bottled water is ideal for the common theme of the wedding and associated wedding parties. The technology is available to create a cost effective, high-quality personalized label that imparts a lasting message. Application of a custom designed label to a quality water bottle adds a powerful and distinctive message and advertising component to a high-quality refreshment drink. Often referred to as consumable advertising, personalized bottled water can include graphics and pictures as well as text that can refer to a specific wedding event and can often be modified for subsequent events. Designed labels can also be stored for future use and other occasions like anniversaries and birth announcements. An important feature of branded drinking water is the long term nature of the message. Many people who receive private label water tend to retain the bottles because of the uniqueness and quality of the label. Create a Personal Message and Brand Although brand creation has been identified in the corporate world, individuals can also create their own brand image related to their own interests. Private label water for weddings and anniversaries, the golfer, hunter, fisherman or sports car enthusiast for example can convey a personal message or one related to an individual’s club or organization; personalized branding can also create interest and enjoyment at future events or family gatherings. The key to the creation of an effective message is through the development of a unique and focused idea that is simple yet powerful. As a result, care must be taken during label design to maintain quality and keep the message as simple as possible. The Element of Quality An overriding feature in the creation of personalized bottled water is the consideration of quality in three areas: • Quality of water The basic element of private label bottled water is, of course, water. However, there are many differences in the quality of bottled water. Ultra-pure bottled water produced by a combination of the distillation, filtration and oxygenation processes is considered by many to be of the best quality because it tastes very good and does not contain minerals, contaminants or bacteria. • Quality of packaging Since personalized bottled water combines health, refreshment and advertising, the packaging component must make a bold and forthright statement. Substandard bottle quality will seriously compromise the strength of the message. • Quality of labeling design, printing and application The label is the most significant part of private label drinking water; the message must be communicated in the strongest and clearest way in order to extend its original intent to the consumer. The label should be developed by a graphics designer or with technology that will aid the consumer in developing their own quality image. Printing is especially critical and the printing process should create labels that are guaranteed to have the same quality of any top-shelf brand in your gourmet or quality food store. All labels should be waterproof and preferably laminated to ensure a long service life. What to Look For In a Private Label Water Supplier Personalized bottled water has become increasingly popular for personal life style events. This is particularly true with the advent of e-commerce that allows users the ability to design a label and purchase water online. Quality is critical because the label serves as a statement for the individual. If any portion of the water, package or label combination contains substandard quality, then the entire product is compromised. Reliable vendors with a reputation for quality, customer service and the ability to design labels and provide online service will almost always guarantee customer satisfaction.