Articleburnhttp://www.articleburn.comfree submit original articleen-EN Sat, 06 Sep 2008 03:07:46 GMTCopyright 2007 articleburn.comCreatively Speakinghttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34141-creatively-speaking.htmlRecently a friend was talking to me about her first experience in a store where you can paint your own pottery. She was excited and animated while talking about this experience, and explained how she wanted to be there everyday during lunch to paint. That she could just live in that store and paint all day. I understand that pa ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMT10 Tips for Saving Money in Your Kitchen, While Implementing thehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34165-10-tips-for-saving-money-in-your-kitchen-while-implementing-the.htmlCan implementing the three R's - reduce, recycle, reuse, save you money? If you only implemented the three R's in your kitchen, you would save money. Here are 10 tips that implements the three R's and helps your pocketbook: 1. Recycle margarine containers, and other plastic containers rather than buying new plastic co ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTHave you tried an au pair?http://www.articleburn.com/articles34190-have-you-tried-an-au-pair.htmlAs parents we face many challenges. One of those challenges is childcare. I always thought an au pair was expensive and out of the realm of the average person. I was so wrong! Compare the cost of a good daycare or pre-school with an au pair and you'll be surprised. An au pair is not a nanny. An au pair i ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTHow Many Sex Offenders Live On Your Block?http://www.articleburn.com/articles34203-how-many-sex-offenders-live-on-your-block.htmlFor any parent, learning that a convicted sex offender lives on the same block, can be a chilling discovery. The thought of it alone, can be disturbing. Most parents can't imagine that someone, who could be so potentially dangerous, may live somewhere on their block or along the path their child takes to school. However, it is highly ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTPhoto Wedding Invitations - A Refreshing Approach to Wedding Invitationshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34205-photo-wedding-invitations-a-refreshing-approach-to-wedding-invitations.htmlWedding invitations are often overlooked in wedding planning as important because it is a small cost compared to the price of the dress, renting the venue and ordering the catering. However, the wedding invitation should be considered one of the most important aspects of wedding planning because wit ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTAlternative Baby Clothinghttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34255-alternative-baby-clothing.htmlWhoever coined the phrase that there is nothing new under the sun was clearly not expecting to see the latest trend in clothing for infants and toddlers. The members of the punk rock generation of the ‘80s are the parents of today and it seems that a good number of them chose to go the way of Peter Pan ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTOrganizing a School Classroom Partyhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34259-organizing-a-school-classroom-party.htmlb>Before the party It's always a good idea to talk to the teacher before you start planning your party or purchasing items. You may plan everything ahead of time and then come to find out that a student has an allergy or that certain decorations aren't allowed. Here are some good questions to start with: "Do any children have food ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTTEACHING CHILDREN TO ORGANIZEhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34295-teaching-children-to-organize.htmlTeaching Children To Organize Organizing is something that many people are born with, yet those who aren?t need not despair. Organizing is a LEARNED SKILL and one that kids and adults alike can pick up at any time. Here are some ways to organize a kid?s room, and teach the principles of organizing at th ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTMommy & Babyhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34312-mommy-amp-baby.htmlLactation difficulties are not completely prevented by using PDF; you are rested and eating properly, your baby is getting enough food and growing, and your life is relatively predictable. So you might think that you're immune from production issues, right? There are many more factors which play in to milk production th ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTWedding Table Decorationhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34322-wedding-table-decoration.htmlWhether you are having the gala of the year in your city or town, or a homespun and modest get-together for your wedding, if you are like most brides you will want at least a small wedding table decoration to add to the festivity at your reception. From 10 foot tall cascading flower arrangements to small candle or greenery centerpie ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTWhat being Best Man is all abouthttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34339-what-being-best-man-is-all-about.html Being a best man is like many duties you will undertake in your life no problem (even enjoyable) if you are fully prepared. Before we begin let’s take a quick look at the origins of the role. The duty of best man can be traced back to Anglo-Saxon times where a man who wanted a woman from another village as his bride wou ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTInfidelity Discovered? 10 Ways to Calm Your Powerful Feelingshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34407-infidelity-discovered-10-ways-to-calm-your-powerful-feelings.html When you find out about the affair, the first few hours, days and weeks can be emotionally wrenching to say the least. Or, if someone you deeply care about begins "pulling away" you may also experience intense feelings. Read through this list and pick out a couple things you can do to help yourself during these times. ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTEmbroidery Types do you know themhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34425-embroidery-types-do-you-know-them.htmlThe use of decorative stitching to produce unique, beautiful and spiritual designs on personal belongings has been practiced by man since he learned the ability to use a needle and thread. In fact, evidence has been found that decorative stitching, also known as embroidery, was practiced as early as 3000 BC by ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTTrolls and Norfinshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34441-trolls-and-norfins.htmlThese lucky little dolls with the funny little faces and wild hair were born many years ago in a town in northern Jutland, Denmark. In 1951, Thomas Dam began carving little wooden trolls, while his wife and daughter began making stuffed toy trolls. In 1959 the Dam family began a factory, making little vinyl trolls. Each model was design ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTDiamond Wedding Engagement Rings: The Factshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34480-diamond-wedding-engagement-rings-the-facts.html Buying diamonds has been shrouded in mystery ever since the DeBeers family monopolized the industry and created the marketing campaign that enthralls the hearts of women everywhere, along with the wallets of their men. No longer. The secrets of the universe (of diamonds) will be revealed below. Try n ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTChild Obesity and Diethttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34502-child-obesity-and-diet.htmlThis article is looking at child obesity as the result of poor diet. Medical conditions resulting in child obesity, or the physical appearance of obesity, are issues to be discussed with your physician and beyond the scope of this article. If you are concerned about your child possibly being overweight then you need to decide whether the excess ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTFamily Management Tip #1http://www.articleburn.com/articles34518-family-management-tip-1.html Family life is busy. It's hard enough to manage your own time, but in a family you're responsible for managing everyone's time. And like any other team, your family cannot succeed without teamwork. Problem is, even though you may be close to your family members, they still tend to take a lot of things for granted. It's not ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTHow Two Quarelling Kids Helped Invent the Better Behavior Wheelhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34523-how-two-quarelling-kids-helped-invent-the-better-behavior-wheel.html When David was nine and Laura was twelve, the battles started. Prior to that, they got along great. Laura was always protective of her little brother, and he in turn, doted on her. Perhaps it was about needing space, asserting independence…whatever the reason, it drove my husband and I crazy. It would start over t ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTAre You Co-dependent? Take This Quiz!http://www.articleburn.com/articles34546-are-you-codependent-take-this-quiz.html One of the greatest benefits of having close friendships is that our friends can support and help us when things get rough in our lives. In exchange for the support our friends give us during a crisis, most of us also help our friends when they need it. In a relationship between two emotionally healthy adults, the ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTTranslating What Men Dohttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34547-translating-what-men-do.htmlIntroduction The article below contains a few sweeping generalisations within it that hold true in most cases. I wouldn't for a moment claim that all men or women act out a particular gender role, I would however say that some assumptions can be very useful. This article has already changed lives, my editors understanding of men improved and she ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTPicking The Right Lingerie for Your Galhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34620-picking-the-right-lingerie-for-your-gal.htmlOk Jim, you have convinced me that lingerie is a perfect gift for my gal, but I don't know diddly squat about lingerie. How do I know what she likes? How do I know what size she is? How do I pick the right lingerie for my gal? (If I haven't convinced you, you probably haven't read my article " Lingerie an ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTComing Up With Baby Shower Ideashttp://www.articleburn.com/articles34684-coming-up-with-baby-shower-ideas.htmlThe time spent waiting the birth of a new baby is one of the most exciting events in the life of any woman. It is traditional for this wonderful occasion to be marked by one or more baby showers. A baby shower is a great way to honor the mother to be, and friends, family members and coworkers' look forward to sharing the jo ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 GMTDating After Divorce: Things To Think About Regarding Dating After Divorcehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles32928-dating-after-divorce-things-to-think-about-regarding-dating-after-divorce.html Dating after divorce is a much debated topic due to the psychological and emotional impact it can have on people. Dating after divorce can be complex, too often divorcees don"t consider the ramifications of dating after divorce before they jump into it with both feet! If you"re going to start dating again after you"ve gotten a ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTRotisserie Barbecued Leg of Porkhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles32929-rotisserie-barbecued-leg-of-pork.html 1 Leg of pork,9-11# 1 t Mustard,dry 1 c Brown sugar 1/4 c Vinegar 2 T Flour 1/4 t Cloves,ground 1. Insert rotisserie rod through center of meat, place on rotisserie, and cook over coals that have burned down to red and glowing ash. If using a meat ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTTHE MYSTERY OF PICKY EATERShttp://www.articleburn.com/articles32935-the-mystery-of-picky-eaters.htmlIf you were to ask 100 parents why they think their children are picky eaters, chances are you would get 90 different answers. Although we know some children are picky eaters for no apparent reason, most are hard to please when it comes to food for two reasons – they are naturally fussy about tastes and text ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTPlanning Aheadhttp://www.articleburn.com/articles33030-planning-ahead.htmlWhat do you think of that title? Just another article about the impossible task of trying to predict the future. Not this time. This is an article that may give you some ideas on, not how to predict the future, but to be ready when it gets here. Naturally, I'm talking about your finances. When it comes to your regular bills and expenses many o ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTTHE TREASURE IN "USED"http://www.articleburn.com/articles33045-the-treasure-in-quotusedquot.htmlYou’ve spent the entire day shopping for new furniture or accents for your home and yet nothing seems quite right. You come home exhausted and in ill spirits. You grab the newspaper to check out the ads and possibly something there will light up that spark in your eyes and put that spring in your step. You sink back down into that old chair ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTEvery Mom Worrieshttp://www.articleburn.com/articles33058-every-mom-worries.htmlEvery Mom Worries ~ But do you obsess about your child’s affinity for sweets or worry that he’s not as smart as the kid next door?  If so, read this to determine if you’re being silly or sensible. Cold Cop: A one-woman germ patrol, this mom is always on the lookout for telltale signs of germs that can cause colds. W ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTThe Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel - exciting!http://www.articleburn.com/articles33089-the-viva-las-vegas-wedding-chapel-exciting.htmlViva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel is a comprehensive wedding service with several types of themes and plans that are common to a las Vegas chapel. You also can opt for a traditional wedding that will remove the need for creativity and development of ideas. Couples who wish to renew their vows likewise ca ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMTChecklist for buying a homehttp://www.articleburn.com/articles33099-checklist-for-buying-a-home.htmlI had a client who called saying that his bath tub just fallen through the floor in his new home (new to him). Mold had eaten away the floor from the crawlspace up. The seller had placed a few 4x4s under the floor to hold everything up long enough to sell the house and get out of town. I asked if he ...Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:11:36 GMT