Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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Aug 11, 2008, 6:58 pm
The Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, situated at the end of a breakwater that extends 1/2-mile into the Portland Harbor, is one of Maine's most decorative lights. The lighthouse, which is a cylinder surrounded by six fluted columns, is modeled after the Greek Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, built in... Comment - Like
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Plan of Action Self Development
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Aug 11, 2008, 5:54 pm
I Think - Therefore, I Am - NotByPeter Vajda, Ph.D
The question beneath the question is: On what basis am I who I think I am?
Picture a motherboard, or a system board - the piece of electronic equipment that runs many electronic and computerized devices. If you've ever seen a motherboard or system b... Comment - Like
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Aug 11, 2008, 5:39 pm
SOS Sent Out To "Support Our Solders"ByJulie Walke
A group of concerned and innovative companies and one private university have developed a four phase program called Support Our Soldiers (SOS) to assist Active Duty Military Personnel and Veterans in transitioning into a productive civilian life. Th... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Popular Dog Names
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Aug 11, 2008, 5:24 pm
Congratulations! After searching long and hard at the shelters, through the newspaper and even enlisting friends and family in your search, you've found the right puppy! So what's next? Giving him/her a proper name of course!
So you think to yourself, just any 'ol name won't do. It's got to be uniqu... Comment - Like
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Directory of Dog Breeds
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Aug 11, 2008, 5:06 pm
There are few who do not know about the breathtaking Collies and their extreme intelligence, which makes them one of the most popular breeds in American. Everyone knows and loves Lassie and still reads the Collie books written in the 1920s and '30s by Albert Payson Terhune.
The origin of the Collie ... Comment - Like
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Jul 17, 2008, 9:35 pm
PTSD Treatment
It is very important to understand the core stimulus of the post traumatic stress disorder before a remedy can be identified. One of the challenges for psychotherapists is to make the patient open up and describe the event that had caused the trauma. You wish there was something like ... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
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Jul 17, 2008, 9:29 pm
Heaven and Hell - Which Are You Creating at Work?ByPeter Vajda, Ph.D
One night, a man (generic) had a dream, and in the dream an angel comes and takes him on a tour of heaven and hell. They visit hell first. It turns out that hell, surprisingly enough, is a huge banquet room, with tables full of all... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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Jul 17, 2008, 9:08 pm
A three-hour program is offered in summer Monday through Friday, twice daily at 10 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.
The Novelty, located at Pier 8 in Boothbay Harbor, serves as the ferry to the island. (This is through Balmy Day Cruises - see below)
The Burnt Island Living Lighthouse tour is $20 for adults and $... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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Jul 17, 2008, 9:04 pm
ON SHORE OPTIONS...Seguin Island maybe be seen from a number of locations along the coast. At the end of Southport Island, Seguin may be seen at the Town Landing at Newagen at a distance of 6 nautical miles. From Ried State Park in Georgetown, Seguin is 4 nautical miles. The best view of Seguin from... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
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Jul 17, 2008, 8:19 pm
The tour schedule for 2008 is from Saturday July 5th through August 30th.
Tours run on:
Wednesdays 4:30 PM & 5:30 PM Thursdays 5:00 PM & 6:00 PM Saturdays 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM
A tour to Wood Island Lighthouse is run by the Friends of Wood Island Lighthouse, an all volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The li... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Popular Dog Names
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Jul 17, 2008, 8:11 pm
What's in a name?
You have made the big decision to get a new puppy or your adding another pet to your home, picking a clever dog name for you new family pet is the top priority. The name of your pet says just as much about you as it does your new dog, and "Sox" just will not do for your new puppy.... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Directory of Dog Breeds
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Jul 17, 2008, 8:02 pm
Choosing The Right Breed DogByJim Hodges
As a dog trainer, I have always wanted to put together a dog breed list for those wanting to choose a dog breed for their particular situation.
I believe that there are certain characteristics in choosing a dog breed that would make a particular dog breed ri... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Directory of Dog Breeds
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Jun 19, 2008, 11:23 am
Adding any new pet, especially a dog, to your family is always exciting. But the smart thing to do before making this purchase (or adoption) is to do some research about the diverse breeds of dogs that there are. Here we will discuss some fundamentals about how to choose the correct dog breed for yo... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Directory of Dog Breeds
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Jun 18, 2008, 11:36 am
A Shih Tzu cross is a combination of another breed of dog with a Shih Tzu. This refers to an intentional cross to produce a dog with different characteristics. Many people want a pet that's different and intentional crossbreeding is a way to accomplish that. Most often the cross is with another dog ... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Popular Dog Names
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Jun 18, 2008, 11:31 am
Getting a new puppy is an exciting time for a family. It's just like the arrival of a new baby! If there are kids in the family, then the event is even more thrilling. Hopefully, you have done your homework and read books on the subject and know all about the responsibilities of owning a new pet.
Th... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
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Jun 18, 2008, 10:58 am
What Should We Name Our New Dog?ByDale Klessig
The variety of opinions about dog names can create quite a discussion; This is what happened in our family as we tried to pick a dog name prior to getting a new puppy. Should we pick a traditional dog name like Boots or Sheba? Maybe we should opt for a ... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Popular Dog Names
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Jun 17, 2008, 11:33 am
After searching long and hard, you've finally found the perfect dog. So what's next?… Finding the perfect dog name of course!
Considering that over the course of your puppies lifetime his name will be used over 30,000 times, and that 1 in 5 new dog owners want to change their dogs name in the firs... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Directory of Dog Breeds
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Jun 12, 2008, 4:47 pm
With hundreds of pure breed dogs, an almost infinite number of mixed breeds and a growing number of designer breed dogs, it is hard to decide which one is a good fit for your family. Some dogs might be good with children and thrive on the noise and commotion of the family home. These same dogs might... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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Jun 12, 2008, 1:00 pm
Located on the west side of Portland Harbor, Spring Point Ledge was built in 1897 after several ships had struck the dangerous ledge there that is now covered by a breakwater.
The lighthouse is built in a "spark plug" style on a cylindrical cast-iron caisson. And although it is typical of other cais... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Plan of Action Self Development
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Jun 12, 2008, 12:52 pm
Credentials are a fact of life - degrees, certificates, diplomas, titles, qualifications, and real or symbolic badges of one kind or another. Credentials have their place in life, and in life at work. Credentials support us to feel confident, and support others to feel confident in us. Credentials a... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
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Jun 12, 2008, 12:15 pm
Emotions are a gift of nature to us - they keep us human. Feelings of joy and sorrow are all natural reactions to situations in life. Interestingly enough, the same situation in life could be interpreted as joy for one person and sorrow for another. It depends on how we perceive as individuals perce... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Popular Dog Names
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Jun 12, 2008, 12:06 pm
The name you choose for your dog is both a reflection of him and you. While you can have all the "creative license" in the world when naming a pet, picking that perfect and creative dog name - one that will be used thousands of times over your dog's lifetime - can seem a little overwhelming if you h... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
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May 31, 2008, 10:33 am
This is my fourth year of publishing an article on Memorial Day. I'm always surprised by the reaction that I receive each time I write one of these. I've received emails from total strangers saying how they can relate to the context of my article or how my article gave a person the courage to speak ... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Plan of Action Self Development
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May 29, 2008, 8:03 pm
The famous yin-yang symbol represents a complete person. The yin is the feminine and the yang is the masculine qualities, when balanced creates a complete person. In the Feminine Revolution women are developing the yang within them and manifesting. That makes a woman a complete person which qualifie... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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May 29, 2008, 7:39 pm
The Ram Island Ledge lighthouse is surrounded by several dangerous ledges that caused many shipwrecks. There were four shipwrecks alone on May 27, 1866! When the 400-foot transatlantic steamer, California, ran aground the government was finally convinced a lighthouse needed to be there.
The Ram Isla... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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May 21, 2008, 4:45 pm
The events of March 16, 1865.
Around 1 AM in the morning, Eben Emerson, the lighthouse keeper at Wood Island Light, Maine, left his bed after a sleepless night. There was a raging storm outside and the sound of thundering surf and howling wind filled the air. Emerson always had difficulty sleeping d... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Lighthouses in Maine
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May 20, 2008, 12:07 pm
Portland Head is Maine's oldest light, and one of its most beautiful and frequently photographed. The area where it sits has been important to the protection of the Portland area since the 18th century. In fact, in 1776 residents of Cape Elizabeth posted guards at Portland Head to warn residents of ... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
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May 20, 2008, 12:01 pm
How much time do you put in, just being with yourself?
With our busy schedules it is often difficult to find anytime for ones self. To truly understand who we are, we need to take time to get to know ourselves on a new level.
Most of us have heard of the idea of meditating or journaling, but why tak... Comment - Like
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May 20, 2008, 11:53 am
Veterans own over 5% of all small businesses in the United States. This growing number of small businesses, upwards of 4 million, is due to the success rate of veteran business startups being higher than the average due to the experience veterans have gained serving in the armed services. While ther... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Popular Dog Names
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May 20, 2008, 11:40 am
So, you have a new dog and you're looking for a name. Choosing a name for your dog is something that many people enjoy but others find it to be rather frustrating. It is usually best if they try to find out what the popular dog names are in order to give them a little bit of direction. Not only c... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Directory of Dog Breeds
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May 20, 2008, 11:35 am
Are you considering getting a dog, but have concerns because you have children? There are several breeds of dogs that make better pets than other breeds. Some breeds to consider include Retrievers, Schnauzers/Beagles, Collies, Spaniels, and Poodles.
The most popular breed is the Labrador Retriever. ... Comment - Like
Greg M. posted an article on
Directory of Dog Breeds
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May 11, 2008, 2:31 pm
The English Bulldog has many of the normal traits found in molosser breeds though it also has some characteristics that are specific to it and which help in distinguishing the Bulldog from other dog breeds. Typically, Bulldog puppies will show a sweet temper and are ideal family pet dogs as well as ... Comment - Like
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