In the short story Roman Fever by Edith Wharton, the story of two women who used to be best friends is explored. The characters who are involved in the main part of the story are two women who used to be best friends when they were younger. The first is Grace Ansley, a middle aged woman who is now widowed and visiting Rome with her young daughter Barbara Ansley. The other main character is Alida Slade, another middle aged woman who is also...more
Chicken & Egg SituationThe chicken and egg argument is an old one and is still extremely relevant. After all, why look for customers if you dont have a product. As long as youre certain that there is a demand for your product its reasonable to expect that you would want to put your initial energy into creating it under the presumption that if its a decent product it will be an easy sell.I need an example here to make a few points so lets look at...more
Let's debunk some of the most common myths about playing guitar.Myth #1: You are either born with innate musical ability or not.Clearly, excelling at a musical instrument is easier for some than others. But anyone that is motivated can learn to play guitar. You might never be as great as a musical prodigy. We can't be Clapton or Hendrix. But do you need to be? Everyone can learn to play guitar. Your level of proficiency will depend on the effort and time you want to put into it, your passion for it and your motivation.Myth #2: The best guitarists learn and master all guitar styles.It can take a lifetime to master one style. You might be able to master two styles if you take up two genres that have some crossover potential, such as blues and rock, but that is the exception.When you are beginning, pick a genre and style you're passionate about and concentrate on that. Don't feel like you have to learn acoustic guitar and then move on to bass guitar lessons, then blues, etc. and expect to conquer that genre as well. Don't get distracted with other music styles. Most guitar legends are that because they mastered a genre. Few will crossover their from their area of expertise and excel...more
Tucci is an independent producer, who has several credits under his belt both in the fiction, and nonfiction world. He later went on to study at Chapman University, where he took out his first option on a feature screenplay entitled Once Upon A Time In Harlem and was able to attach Bernie Mac for a while before the option expired. He then...more
In challenging economic climates, hiring talent can be among the most difficult tasks. It has become clear over the last few years that top talent can improve morale and increase service levels. As a result, the hiring environment is highly competitive and once the right person has been found, offering the right package can be complicated. In...more
An injury claim is a legal proceeding resulting from injury sustained by the negligence of another due to an accident, defective product, or faulty service. These cases may be lengthy and complicated at times, and having a clear understanding of the steps involved in the resolution of such cases can prepare an individual for the events to come. For detailed information related to a specific case, one should consult with the injury claims advice professional whose services they have retained. This attorney is there to represent the interests of the client, as well as to keep them informed of the progress of their particular case.But the key first step toward a successful injury claim often takes place before the first phone call to your injury claims advice professional. The collection of data regarding the incident with which the case involves is often critical. Police reports of automobile accidents, photographs or video of the scene of an accident, as well as witness statements need to be obtained as early as possible. Medical care should be sought, and detailed records kept of all injuries sustained for future use in potential court proceedings. Failure to collect the...more
There are as many types of injury claims as there are injuries themselves. Whether your injury was sustained while at work, in a traffic accident, or from slipping and falling at another's property or place of business, the most important step you...more
It is said that around 5% of the world's population suffer from a panic attack at one time or another, and an even smaller percentage have a chronic condition called panic attacks anxiety disorder. There are numerous ways of treating panic attacks...more
After sustaining a personal injury of any kind due to the negligence of another, the most appropriate place to turn for injury claims advice is a respected and experienced injury claims attorney. Due to varying statutes of limitations in different...more
Many experts may say weed control is the key benefit of semi-permeable geo-textile membrane, and one would have to agree that on the surface, weed control seems to be the most appealing aspect of this modern invention.As a Gardener/Landscaper...more
You won't be able to pick up any of those in store bargains if you do your shopping online, right? Wrong. The popular jeweller Ernest Jones is giving shoppers the chance to make discount purchases this holiday season to help those shopping online...more
When you don't use chlorine the right way, the bacteria in your pool can cause a lot of problems. A sanitary pool is a pleasant pool, so learn about how chlorine works - and figure out the kind that's right for you - to keep it as safe as...more