Using Wing Tip Vortices Wind Energy to Power Up Runway Lights
What if we used the wing tip vortices from a heavy jet airline taking off to power up the run way lights? At three minute separation, the runway lights could hit a peak output just in time for the next landing aircraft or the next one to take off. This would be most excellent at O'Hare, LaGuardia, LAX, Memphis during FedEx operations, etc. Also good for military operations. These aircraft generate a lot of wind on take off and climb out and that wind came at an expense of power to make the thrust and create the lift. We should never waste power. To learn more: then if these vortices are enough power to rip apart a small aircraft or cause an aircraft to crash, then surely we can use this with pop-up...
Management Aircraft Washing Business
If you are setting up an aircraft washing business you need to be concerned with your management skills and the need to start by writing a business plan. I started my first aircraft washing service when I was 12 years old at a small airport in California. By my 16th birthday I had about 200 regular customers, which I watched on a weekly or biweekly basis. It was a good business for a 16-year-old still in high school.As things progressed my company start watching other types of vehicles besides airplanes, as once I got my driver's license I could drive off the airport and go clean vehicles and fleets of trucks. Later after growing my business into a multistate franchise company, which operated in 450...
How to Turn a Rap Song Into a Country Song
Many guitarists just starting out find the idea of music theory to be boring, and hence don't invest much time in studying it. While words like "pentatonic scales" and "transposed keys" may not conjure up exciting imagery, the truth is undeniable: even the basics of music theory can prove to be endlessly useful, and can help guitarists improve their compositional and performance capabilities. In this article, we'll take a look at how music theory can be used to transform any rap song into a country song. Now that, my friends, is pretty exciting stuff.How it Works Once you have a basic understanding of music theory, learning how to transform a rap song into a country song is a fairly straightforward...
Hot Air Balloon Advertising Works
Traditional advertising consists of tri-media meaning the television, radio and print. These mediums are still very powerful and effective but more and more marketing people are entertaining the idea of using non traditional advertising. This is mainly because traditional media is becoming so saturated and also becoming very expensive.In order for your brand or message to get across, a marketer should make sure that the medium used is unique from the rest. Small brands on the other hand have no budget as big as established brands so there is the challenge to find not only unique mediums but mediums that will not cost so much money. This challenge has opened many new entrepreneurs to think of all...
Water Balloons
Used for fun and enjoyment, water balloons come in a wide range of colors. These water balloons are simply ordinary latex balloons that you use to decorate parties and events. However, this time, instead of air or helium filling it up, the balloon is packed and loaded with water. They are usually not filled to the maximum capacity because they are mostly used in water balloon fights. If you try to fill up these balloons to the maximum and use them, you might end up hurting another person.Water balloons are usually used during outdoor parties and activities. Of course, it would not be wise to throw around these balloons indoors unless you want to create wet spots everywhere. The best venues for using...
Kids Crafts: Balloons, Bubbles & Balls #2
Craft: Balloon Person Activities: Balloon Hot Potato, Homemade Bubble Makers, Balloon Eggs, Tarp Toss Snack: Balloon Snack Reading Selection: Bubbles, Bubbles by Kathi Appelt Craft Balloon Person Need: # Balloon # construction paper # tape # yarn # markersBlow up the balloon to make a small head. Cut out an outfit for the body(one piece). Take strips of paper and fold accordian style to make legs and arms. Tape the arms and legs to the outfit. Then make shoes and glue on to the bottom of the feet. Trace the child's hands, cut out and glue to the end of the arms. Draw a face on the balloon and attach yarn or crete paper with tape for the head. Also, attach a long piece of yarn to the...
Fight Back Locust Plagues Over Lake Victoria in Africa
The Locust Plagues threaten to devastate crops in Africa, but can we use modern technology, namely acoustic directional sound waves, to defeat them? One research believes it is possible and announced his plans to do so in an online think tank recently. Warren Powers has a plan and has done research which leads him to believe it is now possible to beat these locust plagues once and for all.An acoustical sound wave beam will be blasted at the Locust Swarm while they fly over the lake causing them to crash into the lake and become fish food. Now then, the insects, which fall in the water will make a virtual island and therefore the others will simply land on top of them and have a land bridge, so you...
Hot Air Balloons
How does it feel to ride in a soft white fluffy cloud? Well, nobody knows the exact answer to that question since nobody could possibly set foot on a cloud. However, the nearest thing that could pass for riding on a soft white fluffy cloud would be to take a ride in a hot air balloon.If hot air balloons are taken apart, you would notice that there are three major sections or parts that comprise this vehicle. The basket, which is also referred to sometimes as the gondola, is found at the bottom part of the balloon; this is where the passengers ride. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes as well as designs. There are big baskets that are used for public transportation, and there are small baskets...
Flying in the Slow Lane
Dogs distrust hot air balloons. I gathered this tidbit as my husband and I floated over the mountains in a wicker gondola, listening to the barking chorus that followed us even 3,000 feet into the air. The burner evokes canine protest -- but we had no problems, as we drifted with the currents and contemplated the silent fog in its morning retreat over the hills. We learned that a mere a six foot rise in altitude can change your direction, if your vehicle is a hot air balloon. We learned that the tops of trees look a lot different from above, and birds look surprised if you greet them in their nest. We waved reassurance to cows whose moos voiced concern at our strange presence...
Make a Chocolate Spider Web Cake for Halloween
Spider Web Cake IngredientsOne pkg. Chocolate Cake MixOne Can Prepared White Frosting OR (1/2 cup white chocolate chips & 1/2 tsp. shortening)Butter knife or Wooden PickFor Spiders:Large Black Gumdrop & Black Licorice WhipsORPeppermint patty & Red Licorice WhipsORChocolate Doughnut Hole & Black Pipe Cleaners-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Making the Cake:Bake the cake according to package directions. Let cool and remove both layers from pans.Place first layer upside down on cake plate or cake board. Frost top of cake and place second layer right side up. Frost entire cake with chocolate frosting...
Hey, It's a Rabbit - Magic Party
With plenty of black top hats, white rabbits and black wands that turn into flowers, you are ready to have a magic party. If your child is captured by the perplexities of magic and thrilled by the thought of the impossible becoming possible, then they would really enjoy a magic party.First think about decorations. Buy black top hats at the party store. Place a stuffed white rabbit in the hat so it looks like it's coming out of it. Use this as centerpieces or create one or two for tabletop decorations.Ask children to bring their own magic cape or supply them for your guests. The kids will love the fact that they get to be the magicians as well. Decorate the walls with large pictures of playing...
A Haven for Creative Artists - The Greenbrier Valley in West Virginia Has a Creative Mind of Its Own
People often pride themselves in having "minds of their own"; but what about places? A good character study can enthrall, mesmerize -- a strong portrayal of personality can stun, captivate, intrigue. But who says the main character must be a person? Why not let a bustling city, yarn-spinning town or lazy locale take center stage -- play the protagonist, and even tell a success story?The Greenbrier Valley in southeastern West Virginia, home to old-time mountaineers, middle-class business folks, lawyers, academicians, and people of rather high net worth in search of some peace and quiet in the pure mountain air -- is a place of simple, rare beauty with much to tell. For this reason, it is also a...
Aircraft Maintenance
Flying in the sky like a free bird has always been a dream and motivated the Wright Brothers to create this marvelous machine called Aircraft. But to ensure optimum performance, reliability and safety from it, you need to maintain the Aircraft as well.Aircraft Maintenance has two main critical functional models- preventive maintenance and requirement-based maintenance. In Preventive Maintenance, some extra steps are usually taken to protect the aircraft from snags that could possibly occur in future, like wing inspection after every flight to foresee and rectify problems that could possibly create problems while landing or in the air.Requirement Based Maintenance involves rectifying the problem as...
A Haven for Creative Artists - The Greenbrier Valley in West Virginia Has a Creative Mind of Its Own
People often pride themselves in having "minds of their own"; but what about places? A good character study can enthrall, mesmerize -- a strong portrayal of personality can stun, captivate, intrigue. But who says the main character must be a person? Why not let a bustling city, yarn-spinning town or lazy locale take center stage -- play the protagonist, and even tell a success story?The Greenbrier Valley in southeastern West Virginia, home to old-time mountaineers, middle-class business folks, lawyers, academicians, and people of rather high net worth in search of some peace and quiet in the pure mountain air -- is a place of simple, rare beauty with much to tell. For this reason, it is also a...
September 11, 2001: When the Chickens Came Home to Roost
As should have been expected, after spreading so much methodical bloodshed all over the world, bloodshed returned to the United States mainland on September 11, 2001. The death toll was about 3,000, only 0.1% of the 3,000,000 Vietnamese killed by US aggression. The number of casualties from the attacks on September 11th was also much lower than the over 30,000 children who died from starvation and easily curable diseases on that exact same day. For those who only value American lives, keep in mind that over 7,500 Americans suffered cigarette-related deaths that same week. (Yet Philip Morris has never been the target of US bombing raids.)This is not to devalue the American lives lost on September...
Kids Crafts: Balloons, Bubbles & Balls #2
Craft: Balloon Person Activities: Balloon Hot Potato, Homemade Bubble Makers, Balloon Eggs, Tarp Toss Snack: Balloon Snack Reading Selection: Bubbles, Bubbles by Kathi Appelt Craft Balloon Person Need: # Balloon # construction paper # tape # yarn # markersBlow up the balloon to make a small head. Cut out an outfit for the body(one piece). Take strips of paper and fold accordian style to make legs and arms. Tape the arms and legs to the outfit. Then make shoes and glue on to the bottom of the feet. Trace the child's hands, cut out and glue to the end of the arms. Draw a face on the balloon and attach yarn or crete paper with tape for the head. Also, attach a long piece of yarn to the...
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
Of all the heavy bombers that flew in WWII, the B-17 Flying Fortress was without a doubt one of the two most famous, the other being the Lancaster. The prototype first flew in 1935 but it would be another five years before the B-17 was delivered in any quantity. They first saw action with the RAF in 1941. The first order filled by Boeing was for 39 B-17Bs with turbo-charged Wright Cyclone radial engines. The 17C followed with seven machine guns instead of the original five; this modification together with better armor and self-sealing tanks in the 17d resulted from lessons learned in the early bombing raids over Europe. The B-17E and 17F soon followed with a larger tail. The final version came...
Water Balloons
Used for fun and enjoyment, water balloons come in a wide range of colors. These water balloons are simply ordinary latex balloons that you use to decorate parties and events. However, this time, instead of air or helium filling it up, the balloon is packed and loaded with water. They are usually not filled to the maximum capacity because they are mostly used in water balloon fights. If you try to fill up these balloons to the maximum and use them, you might end up hurting another person.Water balloons are usually used during outdoor parties and activities. Of course, it would not be wise to throw around these balloons indoors unless you want to create wet spots everywhere. The best venues for using...
Is the 20-Aircraft International Terror Plot Real?
Well, well what do we have here an Al Queda initiated plot to blow up in mid-flight some 20 aircraft using liquid explosives? Looks like the number two man of Al Queda and the junior chemists are at it again...
Top 10 Most Popular Theme Party Ideas For Adults
Who said theme parties are just for kids?I've picked out the most popular party themes for adults, sure to bring out the "kid" in you.If you are looking to host a party that is sure to go over well, check out the tried-and-true party ideas below.Hawaiian Luau PartyWelcome each guest with an "aloha" and a kiss on the cheek. Hand a lei to all guests, and a silk flower for the women to put in their hair.Think balmy and exotic! Bright and colorful is sure to set a tropical ambiance.The best drinks include Margaritas, Mai Tais, Pina Coladas, Bahama Mamas, and Frozen Daiquiris. Be sure to have Hawaiian punch on hand for the non-alcoholic set as well as water for all.Be sure to have a limbo contest to...
So Today - The Rising Fame of Hilary Duff
It's undeniable - if you had never seen Hilary Duff before in your life her beautiful face would instantly sweep you up. With pearlescent eyes that never quite seem the same colour in any two pictures, and a face that screams both girl next door and sexpot, it is obvious to see why she has captivated the music and silver screen industries.At a mere eighteen years of age Hilary has already been in the spotlight for eight years. Her career began, as so many do in Tinsel Town, with a small un-credited part in the Emmy nominated TV movie, "True Women". It makes sense that Hilary's first debut on film would be along side such mega stars as Angelina Jolie and Michael York, as a few short years later she...
When Pigs Fly
I'll do that When Pigs Fly! - End of argument.Well, now Pigs Do Fly! Yes, you heard me right, there's a site dedicated to when this miraculous event happens. After visiting it, you will probably think twice before throwing out that derisive salute to the fact that the recipient isn't going to get what they want. This site opens up with "Who Let The Pigs Out", pictures of pink, pig balloons and a brief history of why this site was created.How many times have you heard the phrase "When Pigs Fly"? For me, way too many, for it was my dad's favorite expression. How many times did I ask for something as a kid only to have my dad say, "Only When Pigs Fly"!Well guess what? Your Ship, or Pig, Has Come In...
Sesame Street Birthday: A Party to Remember!
A Sesame Street theme party for your young child, toddler, or babies first birthday is a fun popular kids theme, thus, there is a huge selection of party favors, party packs, and cakes available featuring the Sesame Street Gang.Since Sesame Street parties are normally held for young children, and simple forms of entertainment work the best...
Dog and Cat Party Fun
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to - la la, la la la. Okay, so I don't know the words to the song but I do know bringing a dog or cat to a party needs to be approved first by the party host. Double check the front of the party invitation, who was it addressed to? Did it include your pets name? If not, then a friendly chat with the host should be done before bringing your animal. It can be an easy oversight, even if the party invitation was imprinted, to forget inviting a pet. So use kindness when speaking with the host. It is not recommended asking the host if your pet can come to a few types of events like a wedding, Bachelor party, baby shower, baby naming party or bridal shower...
An Adventure to Plymouth and Plymouth Rock
American history doesn't get much older than Plymouth Rock, the pilgrims, and the Mayflower. It all starts in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Peg and I, along with long time friend Al Burrage, began our own journey from West Dennis on Cape Cod to Plymouth on a day in late September.Although the pilgrims landed first in Provincetown further east on Cape Cod, they quickly made their way further inland across Cape Cod Bay to Plymouth. Nothing appears in print about the rock until over one hundred years later. The information was passed from father to son. Elder Faunce at the age of 95 pointed out the actual rock where his father and the other pilgrims landed a hundred and twenty years or so earlier.Plymouth...
Kids Crafts: Balloons, Bubbles & Balls #1
Craft: Colored Bubbles Activities: Flyswatter Bubbles, Cotton Ball Pickup, Balloon Water Fun Snack: Chewy Popcorn Balls Reading Selection: The Twenty-One Balloons by William Pene du BoisCRAFT: Colored BubblesNeed: dishwashing detergent food coloring or washable paint a straw paper shallow panDirections: Mix about 1/2 dishwashing detergent, and 1/3 of water in a shallow pan(cold or hot)mix any kind of food coloring until you get the ideal color you want. If you use paint, make sure it is washable. Go outside with the pan full of the colored bubble mixture. tip one end of the straw in the pan, lift it up, and blow through the other side to create a bubble, then slowly pick up the paper...
A Haven for Creative Artists - The Greenbrier Valley in West Virginia Has a Creative Mind of Its Own
People often pride themselves in having "minds of their own"; but what about places? A good character study can enthrall, mesmerize -- a strong portrayal of personality can stun, captivate, intrigue. But who says the main character must be a person? Why not let a bustling city, yarn-spinning town or lazy locale take center stage -- play the protagonist, and even tell a success story?The Greenbrier Valley in southeastern West Virginia, home to old-time mountaineers, middle-class business folks, lawyers, academicians, and people of rather high net worth in search of some peace and quiet in the pure mountain air -- is a place of simple, rare beauty with much to tell. For this reason, it is also a...
Mix CD - A Unique Kids Birthday Party Favor
A Mix CD is a simple, fun, and long lasting kid's birthday party favor idea. A CD mix of your child's favorite songs from the past 12 months easily trumps the dollar-store quality toys, balloons, stickers and regular party favor material which is forgotten about or broken shortly after it is received. A mix CD is long lasting, enjoyable, interactive, and a perfect document of your child's previous year, through music. When compiled yearly it becomes a chronicle of your child's interest in music (both the kid and adult variety) and as far as memories go a collection of mix CDs, one for each year of his or her life, will become as treasured as any crayola masterpiece or notches on a growth chart.Mix...
Scrapbook Ideas for Your Baby Album - Part 1
A scrapbook album of your baby's first year is one of the most special albums you'll ever complete. There are so many magical memories, beginning with the pregnancy itself and continuing right through your baby's first birthday. Below are a number of scrapbook page ideas to help you capture those precious moments.Title Page A great way to start the album is by matting a 5"x7" or 8"x10" of your baby's hospital photo on the first page. Then add the baby's name and birthdate as the title and subtitle respectively. This makes a very simple yet very beautiful page.Baby on the Way How did you celebrate the news that your baby was on the way? Maybe it was a quiet dinner just for you and your...
Taking Great Birthday Party Pictures
Say "Happy Birthday"Capture the precious moments of your kid birthday party for all time by taking great pictures with your still camera, digital camera and your video camera. Your child gets ready to blow out the candles on their birthday cake (the cake you spent so much time making), you pick up your camera to capture this very important moment in your child's life and... You're out of film, you've run out of Smart Media cards for your digital camera or you're out of tape for your video camera, or you're out of batteries! Sound familiar? While everyone waits, the candles on your wonderful kid birthday cake are now melting away, and your child and all their guests are getting impatient...
Midget Tossing - A Lost Art
It's 2am. It's dark outside. I look over at my clock with the sudden realisation that there are literally hundreds and thousands of people out there getting wasted on cheap booze and generally having a much better time than me. I rub my eyes, sigh, shake my head and get back on with it. Not because I'm better than them. And not because I'm some sad, locked-in loser either (although that is debatable.) You see, I don't need the usual distractions - booze, fun, women, daylight, other people, normal human society - all fade into obscurity. I care not for these things. Why? Because I have stumbled upon the ancient art of Midget Throwing!Perhaps it's a sign of the times. Perhaps I have finally gone crazy...
Why Men Should Wear Skirts
Until now, men have considered the idea of wearing something other than pants or long shorts in public to be nothing less than a sacrilege against humanity. Although, throughout history, the concept of men wearing skirted garments was all too common. After all, pants were not widely used by any society more than three hundred years ago. - Pants were originally an invention to make it easier to ride a horse. The idea stuck, and the two-legged garment became standard apparel for working men to stave off cold and abrasion.At the onset of the industrial age, Levi's were probably the most popular mass-produced garment made for men. Sewn of heavy canvas, Levi's jeans were designed to stave of the...
Scary Halloween Crafts
Looking for some great Halloween crafts for your Halloween party, haunted house, or just for trick-or-treaters?A fun craft is something that can keep you occupied for hours on end especially if you enjoy it. Here are some ideas that will hopefully set you on your way in preparation for your next Halloween...Halloween Crafts Part 1:If you live in a house that has a wood-burning fireplace, then chances are that you have access to tree stumps or large blocks of wood. These are great for making stands for your Jack O'Lanterns. You could use a chisel to slightly hollow out the middle of the stump so that the lantern can sit stably or simply use some Blu-Tack or Velcro.Get some small or mini pumpkins and...
Bluefin Tuna Fishing
Bluefin tuna are one of the greatest challenges to anglers off the coast of New England, and Massachusetts continues to be a center of activity for giant bluefin tuna.Most tuna are caught chunking or trolling. I will describe the techniques used by top crews to catch these giants.Chunking for Bluefin involves archoring on a good fishing spot known to hold bluefin. Once anchored, top crews deploy chunks, stick baits and live baits suspended on ballons at different depths. Most captains have their crew position the baits where at the depth they mark tuna fish on their fish finder.Many top captains use Gamahastu Live Bait hooks. In determining the hook size, it is important to match the hook to the...
Tips for Using Balloons at Your Next Party
Balloons are a great way to decorate any party. They are colorful, festive and rather inexpensive. The two most popular balloons are latex and mylar balloons. You can even purchase a helium tank and fill them yourself. A kit comes with a tank, 50 colored latex balloons and ribbons.One way to decorate your tables is balloon centerpieces. Depending on your budget you can purchase pre made balloon weights or make your own. To make your own weights all you need is sand and foil wrap. Don't forget about putting a balloon on each chair. If you plan in advance, you can purchase personalized latex balloons.A great way to give out party favors is to package three or four ounces of candy treats in a bag and...
The Meanings Of The Most Popular Tattoo Designs
Tattoos have been since ever a sign for some meaning that was linked with it. The meaning of Tattoos can be of spiritual nature but can also be a sign of strength or power, harmony and other qualities. This is a list of the most popular tattoo designs and their meanings:Anchor tattoo meaning: Safety, hope and salvation.Angel tattoo meaning: Protection, guardians, keepers of dreamsBat tattoo meaning: Longevity, happiness, mystery.Bear tattoo meaning: Good nature, good luck, also ignorance.Bird tattoo meaning: Birth, intuition, freedom.Bull tattoo meaning: Fertility, power and strength.Butterfly tattoo meaning: Spiritual immortality, temporary element of life.Cat tattoo...
The No-Tears First Birthday Party
Is it possible that it's already been a year since your baby arrived? Your knees and your back don't lie - your baby is almost one year old. And you, naturally, want to throw a big celebration to commemorate the day. But first birthday parties are notorious for producing more tears than smiles, and no one likes a crabby birthday boy (or girl). So here are five ideas for throwing a tear-less first birthday party that everyone will enjoy.1) Think Photo Op.A baby's first birthday is essentially an extended photo opportunity. The pivotal event is the moment when the baby stares at the becandled cake, just before plunging his or her hand into it. The rest of the party is just filler. So plan a brief (one...
Princess Birthday Party Ideas - An Enchanting Birthday
Once upon a time in a kingdom run by the most wonderful king and queen (you), there lived a beautiful princess (your child) who was preparing to celebrate her birthday.Then one night the princess had a dream and in her dream she wished for an enchanted princess birthday party.The King and Queen wanted to make the princess's dream come true, so they planned a lovely party just to please their daughter.With these enchanted princess birthday party ideas, your child's wishes and dreams will come true.Imagine your little girl all dressed up in her royal princess costume, happily greeting her party guests as they arrive for her special celebration.InvitationsI suggest the "royal treatment" for your...
Incredibles Kid Birthday Party Idea
Mr. Incredible and Elastiwoman to the Rescue. The Incredibles based on the hit Disney movie has become a favorite fun kid birthday party theme. The Incredibles Invitations Have fun creating a "top secret" message as your Incredibles child birthday party theme invitation. You might say something like this. "Calling all superheros... The Incredibles need your help!" "You're invited to help Mr. Incredible and Elastiwoman protect our city from the evil villain, "syndrom" at (insert the first and last name of your birthday child)'s birthday party... And we're celebrating with The Incredibles." "The superhero birthday action begins on (date of party)." "Our superhero birthday party location is...
When Pigs Fly
I'll do that When Pigs Fly! - End of argument.Well, now Pigs Do Fly! Yes, you heard me right, there's a site dedicated to when this miraculous event happens. After visiting it, you will probably think twice before throwing out that derisive salute to the fact that the recipient isn't going to get what they want. This site opens up with "Who Let The Pigs Out", pictures of pink, pig balloons and a brief history of why this site was created.How many times have you heard the phrase "When Pigs Fly"? For me, way too many, for it was my dad's favorite expression. How many times did I ask for something as a kid only to have my dad say, "Only When Pigs Fly"!Well guess what? Your Ship, or Pig, Has Come In...
Playtime Ideas For You And Your Kids
Are you constantly trying to come up with new and exciting ideas for playtime with your kids? Finding new playtime activities can be a challenge for any parent when it seems you've done every activity in the book. There is good news however- new playtime activities are more numerous than you may think. Take a look at the following ideas. These can be done indoors, but can also be changed into outdoor activities if needed.Obstacle Course: This first activity can be set up easily in your living room, even if space is limited. Just pull out a few chairs, bring out a stepstool, roll up a blanket, and lay down a few pillows. You can also have your kids pick out a few items around the house to add...
September 11, 2001: When the Chickens Came Home to Roost
As should have been expected, after spreading so much methodical bloodshed all over the world, bloodshed returned to the United States mainland on September 11, 2001. The death toll was about 3,000, only 0.1% of the 3,000,000 Vietnamese killed by US aggression. The number of casualties from the attacks on September 11th was also much lower than the over 30,000 children who died from starvation and easily curable diseases on that exact same day. For those who only value American lives, keep in mind that over 7,500 Americans suffered cigarette-related deaths that same week. (Yet Philip Morris has never been the target of US bombing raids.)This is not to devalue the American lives lost on September...
When Pigs Fly
I'll do that When Pigs Fly! - End of argument.Well, now Pigs Do Fly! Yes, you heard me right, there's a site dedicated to when this miraculous event happens. After visiting it, you will probably think twice before throwing out that derisive salute to the fact that the recipient isn't going to get what they want. This site opens up with "Who Let The Pigs Out", pictures of pink, pig balloons and a brief history of why this site was created.How many times have you heard the phrase "When Pigs Fly"? For me, way too many, for it was my dad's favorite expression. How many times did I ask for something as a kid only to have my dad say, "Only When Pigs Fly"!Well guess what? Your Ship, or Pig, Has Come In...
The No-Tears First Birthday Party
Is it possible that it's already been a year since your baby arrived? Your knees and your back don't lie - your baby is almost one year old. And you, naturally, want to throw a big celebration to commemorate the day. But first birthday parties are notorious for producing more tears than smiles, and no one likes a crabby birthday boy (or girl). So here are five ideas for throwing a tear-less first birthday party that everyone will enjoy.1) Think Photo Op.A baby's first birthday is essentially an extended photo opportunity. The pivotal event is the moment when the baby stares at the becandled cake, just before plunging his or her hand into it. The rest of the party is just filler. So plan a brief (one...
Princess Birthday Party Ideas - An Enchanting Birthday
Once upon a time in a kingdom run by the most wonderful king and queen (you), there lived a beautiful princess (your child) who was preparing to celebrate her birthday.Then one night the princess had a dream and in her dream she wished for an enchanted princess birthday party.The King and Queen wanted to make the princess's dream come true, so they planned a lovely party just to please their daughter.With these enchanted princess birthday party ideas, your child's wishes and dreams will come true.Imagine your little girl all dressed up in her royal princess costume, happily greeting her party guests as they arrive for her special celebration.InvitationsI suggest the "royal treatment" for your...
When Pigs Fly
I'll do that When Pigs Fly! - End of argument.Well, now Pigs Do Fly! Yes, you heard me right, there's a site dedicated to when this miraculous event happens. After visiting it, you will probably think twice before throwing out that derisive salute to the fact that the recipient isn't going to get what they want. This site opens up with "Who Let The Pigs Out", pictures of pink, pig balloons and a brief history of why this site was created.How many times have you heard the phrase "When Pigs Fly"? For me, way too many, for it was my dad's favorite expression. How many times did I ask for something as a kid only to have my dad say, "Only When Pigs Fly"!Well guess what? Your Ship, or Pig, Has Come In...
Tips for Using Balloons at Your Next Party
Balloons are a great way to decorate any party. They are colorful, festive and rather inexpensive. The two most popular balloons are latex and mylar balloons. You can even purchase a helium tank and fill them yourself. A kit comes with a tank, 50 colored latex balloons and ribbons.One way to decorate your tables is balloon centerpieces. Depending on your budget you can purchase pre made balloon weights or make your own. To make your own weights all you need is sand and foil wrap. Don't forget about putting a balloon on each chair. If you plan in advance, you can purchase personalized latex balloons.A great way to give out party favors is to package three or four ounces of candy treats in a bag and...
Bluefin Tuna Fishing
Bluefin tuna are one of the greatest challenges to anglers off the coast of New England, and Massachusetts continues to be a center of activity for giant bluefin tuna.Most tuna are caught chunking or trolling. I will describe the techniques used by top crews to catch these giants.Chunking for Bluefin involves archoring on a good fishing spot known to hold bluefin. Once anchored, top crews deploy chunks, stick baits and live baits suspended on ballons at different depths. Most captains have their crew position the baits where at the depth they mark tuna fish on their fish finder.Many top captains use Gamahastu Live Bait hooks. In determining the hook size, it is important to match the hook to the...
Why Men Should Wear Skirts
Until now, men have considered the idea of wearing something other than pants or long shorts in public to be nothing less than a sacrilege against humanity. Although, throughout history, the concept of men wearing skirted garments was all too common. After all, pants were not widely used by any society more than three hundred years ago. - Pants were originally an invention to make it easier to ride a horse. The idea stuck, and the two-legged garment became standard apparel for working men to stave off cold and abrasion.At the onset of the industrial age, Levi's were probably the most popular mass-produced garment made for men. Sewn of heavy canvas, Levi's jeans were designed to stave of the...
Once Can Be Enough
There are many things that I would like to do. In fact I have made a list of 100 things I would like to do before I die. I have been checking quite a few things off the list in the last couple of months, including a fire walk and a hot air balloon ride. One of the things I am learning is that there are things that doing once is plenty.When I made my list of 100 things I wanted to do before I die eight years ago, I put hot air ballooning at the top of the list. It was something my father always talked about doing and I thought it would be fun. Although I have a huge fear of heights, I still wanted to attempt the feat. While attending the Albuquerque, New Mexico Balloon Fiesta my dream came true and I...
Midget Tossing - A Lost Art
It's 2am. It's dark outside. I look over at my clock with the sudden realisation that there are literally hundreds and thousands of people out there getting wasted on cheap booze and generally having a much better time than me. I rub my eyes, sigh, shake my head and get back on with it. Not because I'm better than them. And not because I'm some sad, locked-in loser either (although that is debatable.) You see, I don't need the usual distractions - booze, fun, women, daylight, other people, normal human society - all fade into obscurity. I care not for these things. Why? Because I have stumbled upon the ancient art of Midget Throwing!Perhaps it's a sign of the times. Perhaps I have finally gone crazy...