Posted by Melvin on Feb 3, 2009 in
Stormy Life If you are in the process of making plans to visit Seattle Washington, I’m sure you’ve checked out all kinds of information about what there is to do and see in the area. There are many things that make all of the must do lists because they offer appeal to the greater population rather than things that would appeal to specific segments of population.
I consider myself young, hip, and fun loving. While there are many things on the mass lists that I find appealing, I really like going off the beaten path just a little bit and finding things to do and places to see that aren’t going to be overcrowded, overpopulated, and simply overdone. I like to find something that not every other tourist in the city is going to be standing in line in front of me to do. Here are a few of the nifty tours and other things I have found to do in Seattle.
The first one on my list is the Private Eye on Seattle Murder and Mystery Tour. There are three tours offered, the Queen Anne Murder and Mystery Tour, the Capital Hill Tour (which each cost $25 per person and lasts about two and a half hours), and Haunted Happenings, which is also known as the Seattle Ghost Tour (this tour lasts about 3 hours and is also $25 per person). These are great for any fan of true crime or simply dusty old detective novels. They are not however, tours I would recommend for the squeamish or faint of heart. I recommend any one of these tours or all of them if possible. They are a great way to spend your time while in Seattle.
After a trip with Private Eye on Seattle, you simply must check out the Seattle Museum of the Mysteries, which is a museum dedicated to the study of paranormal sciences. This is the only museum of its kind in Washington State. If you have any interest in Big Foot, UFOs, crop circles, ghosts, or just enjoy legends, lore, and tall tales, then this museum should be right up your alley. Even if these things aren’t vitally important in your day-to-day existence, it is still really interesting to see the artifacts that have been collected and to hear the stories that are being told.
Coming back to the world of the living, one of my favorite places in Seattle is a little bit crowded with tourists; however, it is well worth dealing with a few more people if you ask me. That place would be Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame. I’m not sure if my fascination with this place stems from my love of science fiction movies and literature or simply from the contribution that science fiction has made on society in the last few decades. Perhaps it is a slight combination of the two. Or maybe it is just the coolness factor alone. For whatever reason, this museum is a favorite of mine and I hope that you will feel the same way about it after you visit.
If you are visiting the Science Fiction Museum, you might seriously consider purchasing a combination ticket for the Experience Music Project. Separately the project is a tad expensive but when you purchase a combo ticket for both you save enough money to take the sting out of the visit. If you are a music lover, particularly rock and roll, then this experience is one well worth having. The price is somewhat prohibitive if you are visiting on a budget but if you plan carefully you can manage savings in other areas that will make up for the cost.
There are so many fascinating things to do, see, and experience in Seattle and the surrounding areas. I hope that I have introduced you to a few things that are a little off the beaten path and yet offer something of interest to you at the same time. The most important thing to remember when visiting Seattle, Washington is that vacations are fun and that is what you should have-lots of fun.
Posted by Melvin on Feb 3, 2009 in
Stormy Life Most large companies have no direct contact with their ultimate customers, the consumers. General Electric makes a washing machine, sells it to a distributor who resells it to appliance stores that sell it to you. The local appliance store talks with the ultimate buyer. GE does not have direct contact with them.
The producers of products and services have to know what their ultimate buyers are thinking; what do they like? What don’t they like? To find out they hire market researchers to tell them. The market researchers use surveys to measure public opinion. The fastest cheapest way to do surveys is over the Internet.
There are thousands of surveys being made every week. How do they get all those people to take the time to sit down and fill them out? The answer is, they make it worth their while; they pay them.
Those payments to survey participants is what makes it possible for you an me to take surveys for money at home and make extra cash.
That’s where the money comes from so that we can get paid for survey.
To get invited to take surveys for money you need to sign up with survey makers. The challenge is to find good ones. There are many, but 20% are good, 40% are marginal and 40% are to be avoided.
Your problem is how to get a good list of survey makers to sign up with. The problem is that the lower 40%, the no-pay/low-pay time wasters do 90% of the advertising, trying to recruit new survey participants to replace those that just quit.
Follow this link and find out how to find a good list and take surveys for money.
When you get a good list and are taking surveys for money, how much can you make? It depends on your diligence and demographics but most serious survey-takers report incomes of $200-$600 a month. Many report incomes of $1,000 a month or more.
By – Charles Riggins
Posted by Melvin on Feb 3, 2009 in
Stormy Life How does psyllium seed work?
Fiber from foods, when included in a low fat and cholesterol diet, helps to reduce blood total and LDL cholesterol levels. Psyllium fiber is a rich concentrated source of soluble fiber that swells with water to help clean the colon.
Everyone’s body responds differently to fiber, but generally, natural fiber dietary supplements will have little or no side effects on individuals. It is suggested that one should review all dietary supplements with your doctor prior to use.
what is psyllium husk used for?What is Psyllium Husk Fiber Used For?
Psyllium husk is a bulking fiber that helps restore normal moisture levels in the colon and provide bulk to induce proper bowel movements that are well formed. It is commonly used in the treatment of diarrhea or constipation and in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids,spastic colon, and diverticulitis|diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, and spastic colon}.
When taking a bulking fiber such as psyllium seed husk, take each dose with a full glass of water and drink plenty of liquids throughout the day. Chewable tablets are to be chewed thoroughly. Tablets can be swallowed with a full glass of water. If consumed as a powder it must be measured as directed and stirred into a glass of water or juice then one should drink immediately.
This husk dissolves fluids in the colon and forms a gel that binds with bile in the intestines. As a result, the liver manufactures more bile by removing cholesterol from the blood.
Fiber similar to psyllium fiber is found in oat bran, oatmeal, oats, beans, legumes, barley, and fruits to name a few. It can also be found in gums, including; pectin, konjac gum, vegetable gum, gum arabic and guar gum.
But generally, most have only a small percentage of soluble fiber. Oat bran out of all grains contains the most soluble fiber, about fourteen percent. All other grains contain much less. In comparison, fresh Konjac contains an average of 13% dry matter, of which sixty four percent is glucomannan, making glucomannan the greatest soluble fiber resource in nature.
In summary, consuming the right amounts of soluble fiber in the diet each day can lower cholesterol, promote proper bowel movements, stop hemorrhoids, and promote healthy intestinal flora, boosting ones wellness and health and lowering the change of intestinal cancer by as much as 70%. Soluble fiber such as psyllium seed can be found at your local or internet vitamin store.
*Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Psyllium husk is not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication or adding Vitamins to medications.