Saturday, December 31, 2011

In Ground Pools

Although above ground swimming pools may be cheaper to buy, easier to install, and cheaper to operate, a lot of people prefer to have in ground pools. In groung swimming pools provide you with a lot more room to swim, and a lot more space. Those

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Start a Reading Club

Reading is an activity that should occur all year round but it can be made into a fun
summertime activity too. If each child doesn't have their own library card yet, that is a
good place to start. While you are there, see if there is any

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Friday, December 30, 2011

Keeping your Swimming Pool Filter Clean

One of the most effective ways to keep your swimming pool operating like it should is to keep the filter clean. Once it is clogged it will result in a downward spiral of things occurring that you aren't going to be happy with. Without a filtering

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Thursday, December 29, 2011

Free Tours around your City

Tours of local attractions take place on a regular basis but you can organize your own
tour with just your kids or with a few other families in your neighborhood. You may be
surprised by what companies and organizations will provide free

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Wednesday, December 28, 2011

History of Teddy Bears

Teddy bears all started because Theodore Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear, which in the end got him the nickname “Teddy.” Yes, it is true there were toys that had bears on them, but they did not actually have stuffed teddy bears before 1902.

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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Above Ground Swimming Pools

Swimming pools are very popular these days, proving to be one of the best investments you can make for your home and your family. If you live in an area that is known for a hot climate, a swimming pool can be an ideal way to cool off. You can

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Monday, December 26, 2011

Fictional Teddy Bears- Fictional Teddy Bears in Cartoons

Fictional teddy bears have been around longer than any of us and have a very dear part in all of our memories. From our very own teddy bears to those fictional ones we watched every morning, there is always something we remember about them. There

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Put on a Play

Kids love to dress-up in costumes or other articles of clothing that aren't their own.
Instead of putting away the Halloween costumes each year, leave them out in a play chest
to be used year round.

Whether you have lots of Halloween

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Friday, December 23, 2011

Teddy Bears Are People Too!

Over the past 100+ years, teddy bears have been given the distinction of being more human than bear. They have been best friend, constant companion, protector and confidant to more than a few. Teddy bears have been there through illness, heartache

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Types Of Swimming Pools

Swimming pools provide a great way to relax, exercise, and enjoy yourself on a hot summer day, coming in a variety of different shapes and sizes. To efficiently and safely operate a swimming pool, you'll need to have a pump, basin, water filter,

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Gardening for Kids

Here is a summer activity that can last the entire summer. Helping the kids grow their
own garden is fun and they will be able to reap the benefits before school starts again by
harvesting their own vegetables.

This activity will require

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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Enjoying Your Pool Year Round

The beauty and relaxation provided by a swimming pool is nothing short of spectacular. On a hot day, a pool can be a blessing. On the other hand, a swimming pool can also be a headache if it isn't cared for properly. Swimming pools require a

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Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Create Your Own Teddy Bear Best Friend

Maxine Clark founded Build-A-Bear Workshops Inc. in 1997 and has served on the board of directors when the company was incorporated in 2000. By the end of 2006 There were nearly 300 Build A Bear Workshop stores worldwide, including company owned

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Taking Care of a Saltwater Swimming Pool

Saltwater swimming pools are becoming more popular than ever before. Many homeowner's love how easy they are to take care of. For those that want to spend more time in the water and less time caring for it this is a great option. Of course it does

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Monday, December 19, 2011

Summertime Picnics

Summertime, kids, and picnics are meant to go together. Having a picnic doesn't have to
be reserved for a day out at the beach or park. Kids love to eat outside, especially if it
means they don't have to stop playing to come inside and get

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Sunday, December 18, 2011

Microwavable Teddy Bears

No these microwaveable teddy bears aren't something you eat. These are very therapeutic teddy bears that are meant to help you out. Whether you've had a rough day at the office or even have a child that has a tummy ache, these little bears are

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Saturday, December 17, 2011

Choose your Swimming Pool Carefully so Maintenance will be a Breeze

There are many factors that people consider when they look for a swimming pool. The size and shape of it are very important. They have to decide if they want it to be above ground or below it. They have to decide if they want a salt water swimming

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Friday, December 16, 2011

Different Ways to Play Hide and Seek

The traditional way to play hide and seek never gets old, but you may want a change if it
is requested every day. Here are a few ways to play hide and seek with a twist while
staying in the backyard.

Have the kids pick out some toys that

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

Swimming Pool Accessories

Within the vast world of swimming pools, shopping can be pretty mind boggling. Choosing the type of pool and the type of accessories can be very stressful to say the least. There are decisions everywhere that you'll need to make, which can be

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Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Learning with Teddy Bears & Incentives

Teddy bears are teaching our children. More teachers are pulling out all the stops these days to get the kids involved with learning. That includes adding teddy bear items for them to count, help them read and just about anywhere else in the class

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Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Teddy Bears as Advertisers

Teddy bears have always been cute and cuddly, but no one realized how marketable they were until the 1980s. This was the decade that would begin the teddy bear campaigns, bears would be used in television shows, commercials and storybooks. They

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A Day at the Beach

Visions of summer will eventually lead to a day at the beach. It can be at a lake, the
ocean, or any sandy area you can find but it no matter what it will be a day to remember.
There are many activities that can be done on a beach day, or

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Yoga, learn the basics

For you to learn what yoga are you should know first what the real meaning of yoga
is. So what is Yoga?

Yoga is present for more that 3,000 years and originated from the land of India. The
word yoga comes from the Sanskrit word “yuj” which

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Monday, December 12, 2011

Pool Safety For Children

Having a swimming pool on your property can be a great way to have fun for yourself and your entire family. Even though a pool can be fun, it can also be very dangerous if you have children around. If you can wait, you should wait until your

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Saturday, December 10, 2011

Keeping Mosquitoes Out of Your Summer Garden

Our summer gardens are filled with all kinds of pests at one time or another. One pest that has potentially nasty health consequences to many species that may be welcome additions to your summer garden habitat is the very unwelcome mosquito. Keep

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Friday, December 9, 2011

Show Your Love with Handmade Teddy Bears

Making homemade teddy bears show your love and dedication to that person. It'll also show them that you've paid enough attention throughout the years to know they'd like it. They'll love you for all the hard work you've put into it and you'll

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Balloon Wars

In the winter everyone loves a good snowball fight, build a fort and stockpile the
snowballs and you are set. The same idea can be implemented in the summertime too. If
it's a nice day, fill balloons with water and have a balloon war.

If

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Thursday, December 8, 2011

Types Of Swimming Pool Covers

All across the United States, thousand and thousands of people own swimming pools. A swimming pool can provide a lot of fun and excitement, although it can also be dangerous. As many of us already know, it only takes a few seconds for a child to

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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Building a Summer Garden with Kids

We love our children and we want to teach them to value the things that are important to us. These things include morals, integrity, ingenuity, and an appreciation for the things in life that we consider beautiful and worth expending our energy,

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Tai Chi Facts: A Beginner's Guide

For those who are thrilled in experiencing Tai Chi, it is all-possible. Although, there are certain points to remember if you are really thinking of joining the group.

First, know some facts about Tai Chi. Tai Chi and Tai Chi Chuan is not

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Swimming Pool Ladders

You can find a swimming pool ladder on almost all types of swimming pools. Ladders are essential to swimming pools, as they are used to get in and out of the pool. For both in ground and above ground pools, you can find a variety of different

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Tuesday, December 6, 2011

How to Replace Old Teddy Bears

It is never easy getting rid or losing an old friend, especially when that old friend was one of your beloved teddy bears. Sometimes when it comes to kids there is no other way to replace an old teddy bear without them knowing. Don't just think

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Alternative Technologies Subliminals And Their Growing Popularity

A lot of people are already being open to new changes and technologies in the field of healing of mental, physical and emotional problems. One of the new innovations that seem to be getting more popular nowadays is the alternative technologies

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Monday, December 5, 2011

Cut your Pool Maintenance Time down with a Robotic Cleaner

People love to have a swimming pool to call their own, but they often don't like all of the work that is associated with it. Of course it is understandable why someone would rather be spending their free time in the water instead of cleaning the

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Bowling

Kids love to bowl, being allowed to roll a ball to towards a target and knock it
down takes skill and is fun to do. You can take a trip to the local bowling
alley or try these variations of the game that can be played at home - inside or

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One Of A Kind Teddy Bears And Their Makers

For those of you who would like to step out of the ordinary, here is an idea. Instead of buying a teddy bear that everyone can get, why not go to a teddy bear artist and get a teddy bear that is unique?

After all, this teddy bear will be your,

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Making Your Summer Garden Grow

For as long as there have been gardens there has been some degree of garden envy. Whether the garden is made of flowers, plants, or vegetables, there always seems to be one garden that is more prolific, greener, more colorful, or yields more food.

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Sunday, December 4, 2011

Tai Chi Exercises Suitable for Arthritis

One of the best approaches in controlling arthritis is exercise. Next to it is proper diet and so on. Almost all medical experts' opinions are focused on the natural way of preventing arthritis which is through practicing Tai Chi. Furthermore,

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What is Supercross Motorcycle Racing?

Have you heard of supercross motorcycle racing before? Supercross motorcycle racing is a sport that is popular in America. However, despite that popularity, there are still many individuals who have no idea what supercross is. If you are one of

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Saturday, December 3, 2011

Bug Bingo

Don't worry; this doesn't involve catching bugs just finding them. You will need a piece
of paper for each child that is playing, crayons or pencils and stickers. Divide each piece
of paper into nine squares with three columns and three

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Summer Vacations: Why Your Family Should Take One

Each year, a large number of families make the decision to take a summer vacation. Despite the fact that a large number of individuals do vacation during the summer months, there are even more families that do not. Which type of family are

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How to Discuss Pool Safety with a Relative

Are you a parent? If you are, pool safety should be at the front of your mind, even if your backyard isn't home to a swimming pool. Why? Because pools are everywhere, even if not necessarily in your yard. For that reason, there may come a

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Basic Tools to help you Keep your Swimming Pool well Cared for

In order to care for your swimming pool properly, you need to have the right tools readily available. Without them you won't get the same quality of results that you need. There are swimming pool tool kits you can buy that come with all the basics.

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How to Get a Personalized Teddy Bears

Personalized teddy bears are better than your average bear because you get to have the say in what it looks like, right down to its very toes. This bear will be different from all your other teddy bears because you designed him yourself and

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Why Do People Do Exercises For The Stomach

Exercises for the stomach muscles are among the most popular type of exercise done among people wanting to build a better body. When anyone plans a workout program to build and strengthen muscles, abdominal workouts are always included in the

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Friday, December 2, 2011

Booking Your Summer Vacation: What Are Your Options

This year a large number of couples and families intend to take a summer vacation. Summer vacations are popular. In fact, they are so popular that it is likely that you are interested in taking one. When it comes to booking a summer vacation,

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Silent Subliminals: Too Good To Be True?

Silent subliminal messages are made silent because they are recorded at very high frequencies that are not really masked by music, noise, or any other sound. The amazing thing about silent subliminals is that even though they can't be heard, they

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There's always an Excellent Tax Attorney in Michigan to the Rescue

To some, everything that is related to taxation is devastating. Why do you have to share your hard-earned finances with the government? Why do you have the duty to chip in? Well, that's life. Every citizen is expected to contribute for the

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Thursday, December 1, 2011

Tai Chi Uplifts External and Internal Systems

What is an external system? What is an internal system? The answer lies beyond its difference.

Tai Chi is a form of exercise that incorporates between the inner and outer aspect of a human being. When one says that is affects the external

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Colorful Summer Garden Flowers

If flowers are your thing or if you plan to include some flowers in your summer garden then you should take a moment to learn about those flowers or flowering plants that are best suited to summer months and what those plants like by way of

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The Jeremy McGrath Invitational

Jeremy McGrath is a well-known supercross rider. In fact, his name is known by those who are not even fans of the sport. Throughout his career, he has achieved a number of victories. In addition to victories, he has also set a number of records.

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How Much are Your Teddy Bears Worth?

It is important to know how much your teddy bears are worth before buying or selling them. Some have been known to go up in price over the years while others stayed the same or went down. If you aren't sure how to figure out how much your teddy

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5 Benefits of Quitting Smoking

The idea to stop smoking might seem really great, but what are you actually going to get out of the process? For many people there are some benefits that are immediately obvious. Of course, your clothes and house will smell a lot better, and if

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