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Let's Pretend

Children have amazing and wild imaginations. The next time you hear "I'm bored" or "What can we do", give them a few household items, or let them make their own and watch them expand into endless hours of fun and entertainment. The following are just a few ideas to get the fun started and be sure to use your imagination too!--->Make an Obstacle CourseObstacle courses can be a lot of fun, spark creativity and also be great exercise for the little ones. These can be set up in and out of doors. Pillows, chairs, tires and stools are just a couple of things that can be used to be climbed, jumped and skipped over, through, around and under.

Time each child as they scramble their way through and have a race. Best thing about these is that once they've done everything they can think of with the first one, it can be torn down and set up again another way. Have each child take turns in choosing the way it's set back up.--->Let's Play Dress UpDon't give away all those old shoes, shirts, pants, hats, gloves and costume jewelry! Set aside a special drawer or box for these item to play dress up. Have children act out their favorite play, television show or put on a fashion show. You'd be surprised exactly how cute she really looks in your old high school prom gown.

Be sure to take snap shots or keep the video camera rolling!--->Kid's Caf?Set up old card table and let the children play restaurant. Have children make up or use play money and menus. Children that can't write yet can draw the food items on the menus. Give them some paper plates, cups, plastic silverware, a little notebook and they're open for business. Take turns being waiter, customer and busboy (or girl ).--->Go CampingThis too can be played in or out of doors and the possibilities are endless.

If you have a smaller pop-up tent, it can be set up in the living room. If you're taking this activity outdoors, you can hang an old sheet over a clothesline securing with rocks at the bottom. Have children draw or cut out windows if you're using an old sheet. (Remember to keep for the next camping trip.) Set up some lawn chairs around your faux fire and tell stories, sing songs, make smores in the microwave or any other favorite camping activity. Go all the way and sleep there tonight!--->Movie NightGo to your favorite video rental store and have your child help pick out a movie for the whole family.

Have children make tickets for the show, play money, popcorn, baggies of dried fruit, paper cups of juice or any other favorite snacks. Set these items up for "sale" and have each family member "purchase" their tickets and munchies. Then sit back and enjoy the show!.

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Award-Winning Winery Harvests Solar Power Alongside Finest Merlot Grapes

St. Helena, CA (ContentDesk) December 13, 2005 -- Paloma Winery, winner of the Wine Spectators Wine of the Year award for their 2001 Merlot, just completed the installation of an 18 kilowatt solar electrical system from Akeena Solar. The Winery now harvests clean, affordable electric power right alongside their fine Merlot and Syrah grapes.
More information about and pictures of this system can be found at http://www.akeena.net/residential_systems/residential_case_study_ca_sthelena.htmlEnergy Price Increases Threaten Viability of Family Businesses:With high energy prices already an issue for many wineries, the rate increases coming in January could be devastating. By generating their own solar power, Paloma will be eliminating their entire electric bill while at the same time protecting the environmental integrity and natural beauty of Napa County.

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Buying A Pre-Owned Automobile

Purchasing a Pre-owned Automobile can be nerve racking for consumers. There are a number of concerns toward the integrity of the Automobile. In addition, it is difficult to compare the appearance and condition of a used car to the asking price. With some simple steps, a consumer can make a pre-owned purchase simple and know they are obtaining the vehicle for a reasonable price.Understand the Sellers Mindset ? Why is the Car for Sale?Probably the most important factor to consider is the reason a vehicle is for sale. Factors of the owners life may have lead him or her to require a new vehicle.

For example, their children may become involved in sports or a new child may have been introduced to the family. Reasons like this are good to hear. They indicate that the seller probably would have kept the car and was satisfied with the reliability and comforts offered. In contrast, if the seller simply became sickened by the vehicle and upgraded, take a look at what they are driving now....

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SUV Tires

SUV tires are specially designed tires, which work well in both on- and off-road conditions. Most SUV tires are wider than a traditional car tire. Compared with standard passenger car tires, SUV tires tend to have shorter lives but are designed to handle bigger impacts. All-season tires designed for all situations are the most popular form of SUV tires.

The main considerations when purchasing SUV tires are traction, tread wear characteristics, and temperature resistance.

Traction stands for the tire's capability to stop on wet pavement. Tread wear depends on the fuel economy ratings of the tire. Temperature resistance represents the tire's ability to oppose the production of heat. Proper tire pressure is the most important aspect in maintaining SUV tires. Tire-pressure monitors identify the pressure variations.

Speed ratings let us know how fast a tire is rated to perform safely at suggested air pressures.

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Giving Car Costs an Overhaul

Porter, TX (ContentDesk) November 23, 2005 -- Fuel prices, insurance rates and car maintenance expenses continue to rise.
Gas prices alone are up as much as 65% or more from a year ago according to a survey of service stations by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.Thankfully, you dont have to alter your driving habits or buy a new car to get some relief.
Here are some quick, inexpensive, easy ways to save money.
Mind the air to save money on fuelThe U.S.

Energy Department reports that under-inflated tires can increase fuel consumption by up to 3 percent. One study estimates that 50-80 percent of the tires rolling on U.S. roads are under inflated. Astonishingly, we could save up to 2 billion gallons of gas each year simply by properly inflating our tires.Secondly, a clogged air filter can increase fuel consumption by as much as 10 percent. Air filters keep impurities from damaging the interior of the engine, so replacing dirty filters will save...

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The HDTV Tuner Makes 'The Year of HD' Available to Everyone

Apple CEO Steve Jobs teamed up with Sony president, Kunitake Ando, during his keynote speech at Macworld Expo in San Francisco to tell the world that 2005 would be the year of high definition video and TV.He may well be right. Shipments of High Definition televisions and set-top boxes are gaining momentum and content providers like Dish Networks and DirecTV are stepping up their marketing activity. HDTV content is increasing rapidly with most major television content providers making high definition...

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Record Number of Online Degree Seekers in '05

Calgary, AB (ContentDesk) February 3, 2006 -- The number of students enrolled in online classes has doubled in the last three years. According to the Sloan Consortium, a group of institutions and organizations committed to quality online education, 2.6 million students studied online in the fall of 2004. Though figures for 2005 have not yet been released, it is projected that over 3.5 million students enrolled in online classes last year.Worldwidelearn.com, the world's largest online directory...

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Battery Doctors Develops Environmentally-Friendly Method of Reusing Batteries

Protec International and their global division, Battery Doctors, have worked to institute over 400 battery reconditioning divisions worldwide to keep batteries out of our landfills, water systems, and other areas at risk for contamination. Although batteries are known for their toxic materials, Battery Doctors has developed a successful and environmentally safe method to battery
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Happy Earth Day

What can you do to make a difference - pick up a copy of our book, Trash Talk, and we'll show you a myriad of simple ideas to reduce consumption of resources & new ways to manage your contribution to the landfill. (okay - forgive us for the little plug!)Just the other day there was a group of children walking down our streets downtown with bags cleaning up the area. We could all learn from this selfless act. Did you know that wind and traffic breezes carry waste from inland to water ways? Up to...

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Boost Your Education And Life With An Online Degree.

Obtaining an online bachelors degree can be a swift and easy way to further your career,prospects and life in general. But before you enroll, there are a few important points you need to know get your head around.Number one, you'll want to make ensure that the college that offers you a degree online is accredited. School and universities are accredited on a national or state level. This accreditation means that a relevant board of education has researched and approved the schools curriculum and...

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