How to practice your second language
With about a year or a little more of focused study, most students may be able to carry on a simple conversation in a second language. Still, some…
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Traveling for English-only speakers
Do you long to visit far-flung destinations, but hold off on your travel plans because you only speak English? There’s no need to abandon your dreams –…
Suppose you could drive a car to the moon…
If you wanted to get into space and you had a car that could drive upward at 60 mph, you could get there in about an hour, according to astronomer Fred…
History of the tongue drum
The tongue drum is a modern invention, and yet it isn’t. According to J. Kevin Wolfe (blog: wolfewithane.com), the ancestors of these drums were the…
Always wanted to play music? Try the tongue drum
Some say it produces the most relaxing music in the world. Round steel tongue drums fit on your lap and can be played with the hand or a rubber tipped…
Arthritis of the knee: PRP injections may help
Suddenly, your knees hurt. Getting up from a chair becomes an ordeal. Walking into the kitchen seems like an endurance test. Swelling. Stiffness. Pain….
Teach your kids how to love reading
Reading is great for kids. Pediatricians, educators, child psychologists and every other relevant expert agree on that. It exercises their brains,…
Facing the mess: First, make your bed
When your house is a mess and you feel too overwhelmed to clean, take a breath. You’re not lazy — you’re busy, and everyone knows that cleaning kind of…
Indoor garden systems offer growing options
No outdoor space to garden? No problem. With a well-designed indoor garden system to fit your space, budget and needs, you can grow and enjoy fresh…
Parades of Mardi Gras, then and now
The many parades of New Orleans’ Mardi Gras season are the highlights of the famed Fat Tuesday celebration. While origins of Fat Tuesday date back to…