“America’s finest maybe non-rock band”…..Robert Palmer, New York Times, 1977. That quote may be an apt description for Steely Dan, a musical act that clearly cannot be defined by conventional words. Actually, Steely Dan is not a band at all–two pretty unassuming, nerdy guys named Walter Becker and Donald Fagan are really who make up … Read more
Does Your Cat Meow Too Much?
Karla News
A meowing cat can drive you up the wall-or at least away from home to seek relief for a few hours. Does your cat meow too much? I’m not referring to a meek little meow now and then, but the “Chinese water torture” kind of meowing that goes on, and on, and on. Before you … Read more
Product Review of the Swiffer Sweeper Duster
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The Procter and Gamble Swiffer Sweeper Duster is one of those products that we all wish we came up with first. The Swiffer Sweeper comes with an extension handle with attachments that are capable of being detached. This not only provides for convenience for those who use the present version; it also sets up an … Read more
Help Understanding Court Ordered Creditor Garnishments of Wages
Court ordered payroll creditor garnishments can be devastating if you are already living paycheck to paycheck. Once they are set in place, your employer can not stop garnishing your wages until the garnishment period has ended, the debt owed has been satisfied, or until a court ordered release has been received. If you have received … Read more
Tragedy Plus Time in Crimes and Misdemeanors
In Crimes and Misdemeanors, Woody Allen explores the question of whether a moral structure exists within this world. Allen does so by developing the stories of two men’s lives simultaneously, that of Judah, a successful ophthalmologist and Clifford, a struggling documentarian. Allen places these two characters in similar situations, but each responds to their circumstances … Read more
DIY Home Improvement – How to Paint a Hardwood Floor
When in optimal condition, hardwood floors provide a rich beauty that can’t be found in carpeting, vinyl, or any other type of floor surface. After years of wear, however, they can take on a dull, lackluster appearance that some homeowners find a bit boring. Instead of refinishing and/or restaining, consider learning how to paint a … Read more