Lessons We Learned From Terri Schiavo

Author : Dr. Mel Glazer
Let's talk about Terry Schiavo, since her death illustrated for me many aspects of grief and hope. Who among us was not moved by the drama of her last days? I know I was. Her death was not the way I would want my own death to be. When my time comes, I want no heroic measures, since for me they simply postpone the inevitable. And watching the family feud that took place between her husband and her parents, with all the tension and the anger, saddened me terribly. Peace should be the last emotion Terry felt, but who knows if she heard only the angry words passed between those she loved. No one should have to die as she did.What a shame. At the same time, look at the two different approaches to grief presented to us, one by her husband Michael and the other by her parents the Schindlers. Michael was clearly ready to "lay her gently down," he was prepared to move on with his new life and to "begin again" with his fiancee and two young children. Some say he was ready a bit too soon, but I disagree. Grief takes as long as it needs, there is no clock for the soul. Her parents, on the other hand, were clearly unable to give her up yet. It is understandable that parents would be so protective of their kids, and I don't know what I would do if, God forbid, one of my own kids was in a similar state.I am not judging, just pointing out the differences in style and approach in this wrenching drama. For Terri's parents, despite how they may feel now, they must know that there is still hope for them. There is a new future which they will soon help create; there will be new challenges for them and their family which they cannot yet know. When you are grieving, you often lose sight of the future, because the present is so draining. But no matter what has been taken from you there is hope. They still have each other and they still have a life in front of them. I certainly pray that they will find healing and consolation, and that Terri's memories will bring them peace.
Category : Self-Improvement:Grief-Loss

Quick Smart Cleaning - The Lounge

Author : Barry Hynd

In our very first quick smart cleaning guide we look at how you
can clean your lounge area in fifteen minutes.

Now, you're probably thinking that a fifteen-minute clean just
isn't possible. Not only is it possible, though, it's also
highly desirable: it can be a very long day when yu have to
work, look after the kids and take care of all of the household
chores, too: hopefully we can show you how to save a little but
of time which you can then spend however you want.

First of all before we start you'll need some sort of basket or
bag. This is to put non-lounge items in. It would also be good
if you could have a duster to hand and also a vacuum cleaner or
a brush. OK, are you ready?

Take a look around the room to find any items that don't belong
in the lounge. Put these in your basket or bag and put it to one
side. The settee is next: brush down all the cushions and check
down the backs for any foreign items. Brush any dirt straight
onto the floor.

Brush down the coffee table next and arrange anything that is on
it. Put away any books or magazines in the rack or under the
coffee table.

Grab that vacuum cleaner or brush and set about doing the floor
area. Forget about moving the furniture, it's been a long day;
you can come back to this when you have more time.

Take a look around: it's probably looking far less cluttered.
Put away your cloth and your vacuum cleaner or brush and take a
deep breath. You're done!

If you do have a few spare minutes left take the container and
put all the non-lounge items back in their proper places. It
only takes a few minutes and will save you time the next day.

This quick fifteen-minute routine will help to de-stress you,
and allow you time to put your feet and relax, maybe have a look
and see what's on TV or pick up a good book. It's important to
remember that you need "me" time and while this routine does not
go in-depth with the cleaning it's a sure fire way of helping
you to get time for yourself.

Category : Time Management

Why to Choose Paid Hosting Instead of Free?

Author : Jeffrey Haber

Many of you faced with the question today of having a web site. And after developing your site you will probably starting to find good free hosting.What's the catch with the free hosting providers?There is nothing in this world for free. Ask yourself a question - how do they survive?They have to pay for servers, bandwidth, server software and got no income?The answer is - advertising, yeah they place an ads on your site and usually have a tracking tools to decidewhether traffic on your site click on their ads and generate income or not. If not do not be surprised your account closed.- Free hosting companies usually place their own ads on your site.- There are some free hosting companies that do not place an ads but if you get some traffic on your site your free provider may close your account and place his own page with ads instead of your site.- PHP, CGI, Perl and many other tech tools are disabled.- You have very limited disk space and limited bandwidth.- You have not memorized by others address like /freehoster.com/somedir/~youraccount- You don't have useful tools like Site builder, add-on scripts which some paid hosting companies offer for free.- You don't have email address similar as your account name.- A lot of free hosts change their Terms without warning you. - Because they are offering free hosting, the majority of them can not afford to offer 24/7 or any support.- Very few free web hosts offer a control panel with their plans.With pay host you eliminate all this inconveniences except one - it's not free.I know this is not simple step to decide to pay for hosting. So if you need just informationpage for your friends then free hosting option is right for you. But if this is your presentationsite or you plan to do some business and need tools like PHP, CGI etc... I'd recommend to take a look at paid hosting companies. Jeffrey Haber is a working manager and online publisher in ArtFortHost affordable hosting company also runs www.hqhosts.com a directory of quality low cost hosting providers.

Category : General Web Hosting

Methods for emergency contraception

Author : Olivia Andrews

Many women today want to hold their pregnancy or they look for a planning and because of this they take help of birth control pills. A birth control pill is an effective means to avoid unwanted pregnancy each time after having an intercourse.There are various forms of birth controls methods found such as condoms, contraceptive patches or contraceptive pills. Other methods include contraceptive sponge, vaginal ring, diaphragm or other fertility awareness methods. Amongst these, oral contraceptive pills are found to be quite effective and much in used by women around the world. A contraceptive pill contains the hormones estrogen and progesterone that prevent pregnancy. Broadly classified there are four types of pills known as combined pills that are normally used on a daily basis. An emergency control pill helps to avoid unwanted pregnancy when there has been an unprotected intercourse but this pill has to be taken within three days of the act. Others include mini pill and phased regime pills that are not much common in use. Emergency contraceptive or "morning after" pill can be also said to be a backup method to prevent pregnancy but it should not be used in routine. There are chances that while using a condom it broke or a woman fails to take the hormonal birth control pill on time then emergency control pill is very effective if taken within 72 hours of the intercourse. While taking an emergency control pill some women can have their period earlier or later than the usual cycle. The main difference between a combination pill and an emergency pill is that it holds larger amount of levonorgestrel that works to avoid pregnancy. Emergency contraceptives such as plan b should be used within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. The first dose should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, and the second dose is taken 12 hours later. The sooner it is used, the more effective it is.For more information upon emergency contraception please visit our website http://www.benzer11.com/planb.html Olivia Andrews, writing for http://www.benzer11.com/planb.html

is a freelance journalist and has written many reviews on subjects such as finance, education, health, entertainment, music, gifts, crafts, travel, apparels and mobile phones.

Category : General Medical: Pharmaceuticals

Fine Art Supplies

Author : Seth Miller

Fine art is any kind of aesthetic expression, communication, or expression. In ancient times painting and sculpture were two examples of fine art. The term fine art, according to the encyclopedia, was coined in 1767 and referred to objects of beauty that appealed to taste. Today the term encompasses murals, installations, tapestry making, terracotta work, photography, and more.An artist gives expression to his muse using either paints, clay, cloth, wood, thread, stone, iron strips or any other material that may catch his eye. Many centuries ago artists used materials that existed around himwood pieces brought in by the waves, rock surfaces, the walls of his home, or the walls of caves, ceilings of churches and other places of worship. Now fine art supplies encompass specially manufactured adhesives, paper, canvas, paints, tools, kilns, potters wheels, easels, art books, instructional videos, lighting, brushes, and studio furniture.Products are manufactured at two levels for use by children and amateurs and for use by professional artists. The ones for use by amateurs are cheaper but of a lower standard than those manufactured for professional use. There are manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, and online stores devoted solely to the business of fine art supplies.The first stores were established as early as the 17th century and have moved with the times, going from single outlets to chain stores, to wholesale distribution, and now to online stores where artists can order materials, view catalogues, look up special discounts and promos, and more. Some websites host forums and classifieds, and announce art shows as well as courses. Business has come a long way from selling a brush or tube of paint, to encompass the world of fine art in its many forms and needs. Art Supplies provides detailed information on Art Supplies, Art Supply Stores, Wholesale Art Supplies, Fine Art Supplies and more. Art Supplies is affliated with Flash Animation.

Category : General Art & Entertainment

Running Hydration Gear! A Good Water Hydration System Keeps The Motor Running

Author : William Lezubski
For individuals preparing for their next marathon or leisure running event, you know how important it is to keep your body fully hydrated to maintain your ultimate peak performance. But no matter what level of runner you are, having properly designed running hydration gear can be the vital reinforcement in helping you get across that finish line safely!A balanced performance level for runners is a very important component, and your concentration level plays a key role in keeping proper pace, and maintaining your ability to read the warning signs your body is telling you. This is why the correct sports apparel and running equipment is just as important as the training for the serious running enthusiast.Hydration accessories play a key role in the runner's mix of sports products needed to keep their endurance at the level required by the individual runner. Many designs are currently available that not only provide functionality, but also offer comfort and stability. While running long distance or taking short mountainous trail runs, the last thing you want to be worrying about is if your water pack is fitting correctly, and the gear content isn't shifting and bouncing all over your body.With inferior product designs, you will experience more frustration, and with your attention focusing on your bottle gear and not your activity, you increase your chances of throwing your concentration off, or even worse, you may seriously injure yourself.Hydration Packs Are Specially Designed Running Systems!Like proper running shoes, athletic clothing, and accessories such as a pedometer, all have certain features that you desire in order to assist you in an overall better performance. The same applies when you choose your hydration pack, because all packs are not created equal, and they also have features that may differ in application.The right running system for you will determine on what level of comfort you're looking for and also the required function. If you're a speed walker, you may feel the packs with the water bottles will be sufficient, however, if you're a full out long distant runner, having bottles may be a hindrance, and switching to a more stable waist pack with a bladder/reservoir system, plus also adjustable features that will prevent bouncing during your stride, may be exactly what you're looking for in a water hydration system.The good news is that with the incredible technology and design, you have many options today than ever before, and when you start searching outdoor sporting good stores, or online bag suppliers, you should have no worries finding the right running pack that's right for your needs.As an athlete, I understand the importance of maintaining the concentration levels during a good run, or any other sporting activity that requires your mind to keep that necessary focus. Having the best hydration tools to help you achieve your goals, and prevent you from breaking your level of concentration is crucial to any sport. Keeping your body fully hydrated is surely important to you and your health, so there should be no compromise when you decide to select your running hydration pack system!About the author: William is the owner and Author of "Hydration Backpacks.com" available at http://www.hydration-backpacks.com Your source for Hydration Running Systems! For running enthusiasts, we encourage you to visit our site to view the many options available for all your running needs. Compare our select list of outfitters and bag suppliers in our All Listed Sites page to see who is offering the most innovative hydration products, all here in one convenient location
Category : Recreation-and-Sports:Running