http://www.a1articles.com en-us editorial@a1articles.com Intense circumstances create high amounts of stress, not only for adults, but children also. Whether it is a fire, flood or earthquake, children need to know what to do and how to do it in order to minimize stress and anxiety. Have you heard stories on th... http://www.a1articles.com/article_195323_27.html 01st August 2007 Anyone is susceptible to robbery, home invasion, or assault. Criminals often survey their target before entering and taking a few precautions will make your home and those who dwell there less likely to be victimized. Those who have experienced someone co... http://www.a1articles.com/article_193407_27.html 26th July 2007 Although many people are becoming conscious about what they put in their bodies, they do not take necessary precautions for what they put on their bodies. Pesticides and other chemicals can not only damage our bodies as they are ingested, but also as they... http://www.a1articles.com/article_160251_23.html 16th May 2007 Life has many uncertainties and unexpected events. Planning for the unexpected will be of great help if evacuation is needed for a disaster. Being prepared with a 72 hour kit will allow for you and your family to have something on hand that is ready to gr... http://www.a1articles.com/article_157213_27.html 09th May 2007 You don't have a special someone to celebrate Valentine's Day with? Invite friends or family over and enjoy Valentine's day with them. Here are some theme ideas for a fun and lighthearted evening. Classic Movie Night What better movie than Casablanc... http://www.a1articles.com/article_151308_35.html 24th April 2007 Growing bonsai trees is an ancient art that is becoming increasingly more popular. Research shows that plants benefit our mood and attitude. 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Hemp is considered the world's most versatile fiber. The fi... http://www.a1articles.com/article_104809_23.html 17th November 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black So what is the difference between a trekker and a trekkie? The short answer is: nothing. According to Wikipedia, the all-knowing, on-line encyclopedia, both terms denote a fan of the Star Trek science fiction franchise. S... http://www.a1articles.com/article_103375_29.html 16th November 2006 Born in May of 1944, in Modesto, California, George Lucas lived a world away from the horrors of Fascist Germany. Yet its imprint is more than evident in Lucas' life's work and creative brainchild, the Star Wars Saga. Admitting that the Galactic Empire wa... http://www.a1articles.com/article_96773_32.html 06th November 2006 Copyright (c) 2006 Francesca Black January 1985 marks the beginning of America's love affair with Ender Wiggin. It was that month that Ender's Game was published, becoming an instant blockbuster, and "probably the most popular science fiction novel pub... http://www.a1articles.com/article_93550_32.html 10th October 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black If you thought UFO sightings only belonged in science fiction movies and late night TV, and that believers existed on the fringe of society, think again. It is a little known fact that for over thirty years UFO investigat... http://www.a1articles.com/article_91378_18.html 03rd October 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Protection from Cyberstalking Computers and the Internet are becoming indispensable parts of America's culture, and cyberstalking is a growing threat. What is Cyberstalking? Cyberstalking can be defined as threateni... http://www.a1articles.com/article_89591_45.html 27th September 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Nothing beats a romantic night at home, snuggled up on a coach watching a romantic movie. Stop at your local video store and find a movie sure to capture the heart of your mate. Here are some of the best all time romantic... http://www.a1articles.com/article_86893_35.html 07th September 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black One and one-half acres of rain forest are lost every second with tragic consequences for both developing and industrial countries. Rain forests are being destroyed because the value of rain forest land is perceived as onl... http://www.a1articles.com/article_83876_29.html 21st August 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Chess, the game of kings, has its origins appropriately shrouded in mystery. The chess board and it's pieces are indicative of medieval life. The six different chess pieces on the board represent a cross section of med... http://www.a1articles.com/article_83760_32.html 21st August 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black If you have a lot of jewelry, valuable documents, cash or other negotiable items, consider installing a safe or a burglar alarm. Don't leave notes for service people or family members on the door, these act as a welcome m... http://www.a1articles.com/article_79497_27.html 07th August 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black In 1619 Jamestown Colony, Virginia enacted laws ordering farmers to grow hemp. Similar laws were enacted in Massachusetts in 1631, Connecticut in 1632 and the Chesapeake Colonies in the mid-1700's. Even though the U.S.... http://www.a1articles.com/article_78381_35.html 01st August 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black IQ or intelligent quotient is supposed to test intelligence irregardless of age or environmental factors, yet numerous studies show that environmental factors can strongly influence IQ. The concept of intelligence has con... http://www.a1articles.com/article_76906_27.html 26th July 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Before bringing your new puppy home, select a veterinarian and set up an appointment for your new puppy to have a checkup. Your puppy will need to have regular checkups, and immunizations to protect him from common canine... http://www.a1articles.com/article_76263_27.html 25th July 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Some law-enforcement authorities call identity theft the fastest growing crime across the country right now. In fact, identity theft is the most called-about subject on the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse's telephone hotline... http://www.a1articles.com/article_75134_45.html 24th July 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black The Chinese, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans all recognized the therapeutic properties of essential oils and plant extracts. The use of plant oils can be traced back over 6000 years. Individuals in many cultures believed tha... http://www.a1articles.com/article_66112_23.html 23rd June 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Anti-Virus Software: Install virus protection software. That means three things: having it on your computer in the first place, checking daily for new virus signature updates, and then actually scanning all the files o... http://www.a1articles.com/article_62842_45.html 12th June 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Bonsai are shaped by trimming the branches or by wiring them into new positions. You are dealing with living things, and you must be respectful of that. You will kill trees. This is a sad fact of the activity, especial... http://www.a1articles.com/article_60882_22.html 07th June 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black They say a picture is worth a thousand words. That being the case, it is important to use photos as a tool to sell auction items. Background: Use a neutral backdrop in your photos. You want potential buyers to focus... http://www.a1articles.com/article_57733_3.html 26th May 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black The city of Roswell boasts a population of nearly 50,000 residents, a healthy economy, and a reputation for being a haven for UFO enthusiasts. The most famous of all UFO and alien stories is that of Roswell, made legend i... http://www.a1articles.com/article_53210_22.html 15th May 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black The Dragon has played an important part in myths and religions since pre-historic times. The history of dragons goes back at least six thousand years, and there are dragon tales and legends from every continent except Ant... http://www.a1articles.com/article_51552_22.html 10th May 2006 Copyright 2006 Francesca Black The word "organic" may appear on packages of meat, cartons of milk or eggs, cheese and other single-ingredient foods. Certified organic requires the rejection of synthetic agrochemicals, irradiation and genetically engine... http://www.a1articles.com/article_49785_23.html 02nd May 2006