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The Health Benefits of Pets in our Lives
Many of the benefits of pets — companionship, affection and so on — have been well known for centuries — even numerous ancient Egyptians cherished their companion animals. However, data gathered during only the last few years have shown just how significantly our health is improved if we share our lives with animals.
A study undertaken in 2002 by the Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition and United States Food and Drug Administration revealed that the heart rates and blood pressures of pet owners increased less when the individuals were presented with math problems to solve if their companion animals were present.
Who Killed California?
by Troy Senik http://nationalaffairs.com/publications/detail/who-killed-california My apologies for having nothing originally in this post. The text was here but didn't show up. Apparently this article is too long to be printed here, at about 11 pages. It is nevertheless worth reading, unless, as someone has already done, you have made your mind up what to believe before reading.A National Disgrace- troop funds diverted to pet projects- $2.6 billion taken from guns and ammunition
U.S. troop funds diverted to pet projects Study finds $2.6 billion taken from guns and ammunition By Shaun Waterman THE WASHINGTON TIMES Senators diverted $2.6 billion in funds in a defense spending bill to pet projects largely at the expense of accounts that pay for fuel, ammunition and training for U.S. troops, including those fighting wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, according to an analysis.Improving Emotional Health
Strategies and Tips for Good Mental Health People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their emotions and their behavior. They are able to handle life’s inevitable challenges, build strong relationships, and lead productive, fulfilling lives. When bad things happen, they’re able to bounce back and move on.The Right Stimulus (The best I have seen IMHO)
The Right Stimulus Republicans need to provide one since Congressional Democrats haven't. by Matthew Continetti The economy is in recession. There's no end in sight.Dixie Chicks' New Song Will Debut on RED(Wire)
The Dixie Chicks will contribute a new song, "Lucky One," to a new digital music magazine, RED(Wire). For a $5 subscription, users will receive a new issue of the magazine every Wednesday with either an exclusive song from a major artist, a song from a new artist or a multimedia piece. Proceeds will benefit HIV-infected people in Africa.10 Reasons Why He Won't Commit
10 Reasons Why He Won't Commit
Posted Nov 12th 2008 12:39PM
by Tony Horkins, eHarmony Advice
As far as you're concerned, you've found "the one" – only he isn't quite ready to be your "number two." He resolutely refuses to indicate his commitment. So how come you're ready to settle down, yet he isn't?
Sustainable Clothing: EcoSpun
EcoSpun is a high-quality polyester fiber which has been developed by the U.S. company Wellman Inc. Many different fabrics are made using EcoSpun, including fleece fabrics which are warm, durable, weather resistant, lightweight and comfortable.
Horror Movie Hero Survival Guide
The following are tips for any character in a horror film. If you do happen to find yourself in a horror film someday, use these tips wisely and you may make it out alive. Until the sequel that is...Green Poll: Do You Change Your Clothes When You Get Home?
The Closet Environmentalist is on a quest to make her clothes last as long as possible so that she doesn't need to waste resources with new clothes. Her first mission in her Green Clothes Series to start "with how we can extract the most life of the stuff that is already in our closet. This means making it last as long as possible, and delay the dreaded moment when your favorite shirt makes you look like a scrub."
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