Internet marketing secret

If you are trying to sell a product or service on the Internet, then you are probably doing so through an affiliate program. You signed up as an affiliate (usually for free) and they gave you an affiliate ID (user name or number). They may have even given you a basic marketing package which includes text ads, banner ads, and solo ads with a link to your affiliate sales page. All you have to do is use these tools to get traffic to your affiliate sales page. Well that sounds pretty easy, doesn't it? This process actually works too, except that your probability of converting your traffic into sales is very, very, very low. In other words, you may have to have thousands of people to visit your affiliate sales page before you ever see your first sell. Now those aren't very good odds, are they? Unfortunately, that is what most people do. They spend a lot of time, effort, and money getting all of those people to that affiliate sales page and then they finally make a sale and earn a referral fee or commission. But wait, it can get even worse. Let's say that you made one sale and earned a $10 commission. That's great, right? Well not really, because in the terms and conditions of your affiliate program, you don't actually get paid until you have accumulated at least $20 of commissions. So get back to it and get another sale and finally get paid. Good grief! Don't quit! Internet marketing is a great way to make extra money, but you have to know some of the secrets. Here's one. "Don't advertise your affiliate program directly." You must use a four step process. Four Step Process 1. First, you must provide something of value. The easiest valuable thing that you can give away is information. An informative email course, special report, or ebook are all great ways to give away free information. 2. This step goes along with the initial step above. Don't give away your free information until you get an email address. You must capture the name and email address of your prospective sale in order to be able to implement the next step. 3. If the information that you are providing is good and helps people, then you will earn some trust. If someone gives you some information that saves you time, money, or effort; then you are going to closely read anything that they send you - as long as the information is still valuable. This is why it is so important that you get that name and email address before you start giving away your information. Now you can keep the information flowing through an occasional email to your prospect. 4. Finally, if you have been providing valuable information and earning trust from people, it is much more likely that they will buy something that you recommend. This is especially true if you can convince them that what you are recommending will help them and that it is worth their money. The easiest way to do this is to recommend something that you have actually purchased and use yourself. Just tell them how it helped you and why you think that it was worth what you paid for it!

Mudras hand symbolism mudra power part 2

[Note: This paper contains images which may be seen as originally published at our website] What Would Occur During Practice? Having described briefly the effects of mudras, their theory and practice, it is important that some knowledge regarding the actual occurrences during practice be known as these might cause some unnecessary alarm and consternation. Below we list some points that are likely to occur during mudras practices and should be understood as a natural result of the generation, accumulation and flow of the Shakti principle: Warm sweat--this is a good sign. It means that the body is undergoing a cleansing and healing process. Swaying and rotation of the body--this shows that the body's attunement with the influx of the invoked energies is taking place. Hands moving and resting at various chakra points--this is the result of energy being channeled into specific parts of the body. Hands moving and resting at various layers of the biofield--this indicates that certain areas of the aura is being cleansed or being magnetized. Hands moving in an up and downward chopping movement--this is one of the signs that the nadis or subtle channels are being opened and unblocked, or that the aura is being cleansed. Hands moving in a forward-backward movement--same as above. Hands moving left to right--same as above. Hands moving in circles or ellipses--same as above. Hands moving in arcs or in figure-eights--same as above. Hands moving erratically or with other definite patterns--same as above. Hands vibrating intensely--same as above. Sudden jerks of the hands--same as above. A strong sense of energy surrounding the hands and body--this is a sign of a build-up of cosmic forces in the body. A sensation of warmth, tingling, and power in various parts of the body--same as above. A sense of tingling, and energy flowing throughout the whole body--this means that the nadi channels have been purified to a certain degree and that energy now flows freely without any obstructions in its path. Movement of the head--a sign that the energies have moved up to the head to clean the energy pathways. Cold sweat--this is an indication of circulatory problems. Cease mudra practices for the time being until the body regains a certain degree of health. Physical gymnastics at this point would help. Breaking up of hand formation--this shows that the body has absorbed enough energy for the time being or that it is being overcharged. Whatever happens here just go with the flow. Yawning and belching--this denotes that stagnant chi (prana), or energy is being removed. Spontaneous pranayama, or control of the life-force flowing with the breath--this shows that the Shakti flowing in the body has taken control over the respiratory processes and as a result, the mind may slowly undergo a transformation and the awareness-principle will be heightened. Should spontaneous pranayama occur, one finds oneself doing kumbhaka (the retention of the breath) effortlessly and naturally. Activity of inner perception or the manifestation of psychic visions, sounds, etc.--this signifies that the contents of the subconscious mind is being cleansed of all dross. During this process visions of gods and demons may occur, landscapes may be seen, unusual sounds heard. Jerking movements of the body like a frog-leaping as though levitation were to take place. Experiencing negative emotional states of anger, hatred, etc.--this is caused by the Shakti force purifying sushumna, or the central channel of the etheric body corresponding to the spine. All of our karmas, traumas, pain, and emotional feelings of our past and present lives are lodged there and when Shakti encounters them she releases and expels their crystallizations and the psyche temporarily re-experiences them. Positive feelings of bliss, joy, and mirth are also lodged in sushumna and these may likewise be experienced. If one were standing while doing the mudras, one might suddenly feel an inner force taking over and the movements of the hands, feet and limbs in a dance is a possibility as iconically displayed by Shiva in the Cosmic dance. It should be noted that all of these sensations and hand-movements are temporary and represent certain phases of pranic or energy influence. The motions may start out strongly at first in early sessions but later evolve to graceful movements or even to stillness. Convulsions and spasms are common manifestations of the activities of energies within the subtle and physical bodies. These are positive signs so let them happen. Yoga kriyas such as bandhas, and the types of mudra processes mentioned in the yogic text Gheranda Samhita may likewise happen naturally. Spontaneous occurrences of these are safe--much safer than doing the yogic exercises through your own conscious volition and forcing their manifestation. If none of the above are observed during practice, a knowledgeable spiritual Guru may empower the disciple at his own discretion so that progress may proceed at a greater pace. Whatever spontaneous movements or yogic processes occur are necessary and appropriate for you. The Shakti energy that flows through you knows what to do to spiritualize and transform your whole being. Shakti is an evolutionary force and she will lift you up to greater heights if you will let her. When Shakti flows through your being you may find yourself spontaneously practicing all of the yoga systems. For instance, you may find yourself withdrawing your senses and focusing within to your Higher Self, as in Raja Yoga; find yourself emanating an overflowing love for Nature and all life, as in Bhakti Yoga; or even acquiring divine knowledge effortlessly, as in Jnana Yoga. One may even find oneself chanting as in Mantra Yoga. Do not be startled or afraid of the movements that occur naturally without your conscious volition or direction. You can exert your will at any moment to stop them if you wish; however, by doing so you will be hampering the occult work that is being done to you by the presence of the spiritual force. It would be best to let it run its course. Only in this manner will you reap the full benefit of mudra practices. There are many stories of spiritual practitioners experiencing spasms and involuntary movements of the body and hands while engaging in meditation. One of the spiritual messengers of God referred to as "the Seal of the Prophets" is an instance: One day while meditating in a cave at Mt. Hira, Muhammad, the future Prophet of Islam was said to have shivered uncontrollably. This occurred when a voice commanded him to "recite" or "read." Replying to the voice that he was unable to do so, he was instantly seized by a spiritual presence (Shakti) that was previously sensed to be in his vicinity (forcefield). What was the real nature of the Prophet's experience? Were the convulsions that he experienced symptomatic of an unusual energy flowing throughout his body? What were the spiritual yogic exercises that he was engaged in that brought about such an experience? Did he make use of mudras, or any other esoteric practices? It is said that the Prophet was a "widow's son." In esoteric language this refers to an initiate of the Mystery Schools; the latter was called a "widow" after the goddess Isis lost her husband, Osiris, to the machinations of their brother Set, who is the personification of evil and materialism. Isis was the symbol of the Mysteries. In these mystical schools spiritual disciplines and practices were taught to the initiate. Mudras were undoubtedly one of the many teachings given. After mastering the teachings and attaining a higher level of consciousness, the initiate would emerge out of the womb of Isis and become Horus, the would-be slayer of his evil uncle. Mudras & Spirituality It is vital to keep in mind that the sensations, effects, and powers that mudras help unfold are not an end in themselves--they are simply a means to an end. They are tools that may support us to achieve Self-Realization. Evolving to a higher state of awareness or experiencing oneness with All That Is should be our primary aim. Other motives are just baubles that should be given up. Mudras, meditation, or any other religious discipline when exercised for the sake of acquiring the gifts of the spirit is not spiritual work nor is it spirituality. Offering unsolicited advice is not spirituality; predicting people's future is not spirituality; perpetuating a sense of mortality and helplessness in people is not spirituality; causing others to maintain materialistic attitudes is not spirituality. To seek the Giver rather than the gift is spirituality; to give of oneself without thought of self is spirituality; to cease forcing one's desires, or imposing one's will upon others is spirituality. So long as the sense of separation exists, the sense of duality, the illusion that we are separated from everything else, we shall never attain the state of true spirituality where only divine love is the law. The "heresy" of dualism in one's mental conception and spiritual blindness is what prolongs the "sleep of the ages" where one is ignorant, unaware, and unresponsive to the eternal Truth of Oneness. Spirituality has many expressions, however, none of them have anything to do with acquiring or vainly displaying psychic powers. Initiates are not always psychic or magickally powerful, but they are sensitive to inspiration, to spiritual impulses emanating from celestial spheres and the Spirit within. Those that ambitiously seek psychic powers and abilities for self-centered purposes normally end up shackled in the astral realm where they become the playthings of malicious spirits. It is much wiser to first purify the mind, body, and soul of all negative energies, congestions, sense of limitations, and blockages and developing the love-wisdom-intelligence aspect of the soul before embarking on any psychic development. Without the proper spiritual and moral preparation we would be deluded, deceived and entrapped by wayward psychic forces. Mudras are definitely a help on the Path of Purification, but it should be accompanied by other practices and studies that awakens the heart, and the acquisition of esoteric knowledge and wisdom. Preparation Empowering the Hand There are energy points in the hands and fingers just as there are all over the physical/etheric bodies. Called chakras (lit."wheels") in Yoga philosophy, these vortexes of energy may be detected and their existence verified in various ways. Perhaps the most simple method is to directly feel them in one's hands. This requires a certain amount of sensitivity though, which may be acquired through an exercise that we will provide below. Pendulums may also be used for detection. Hold a pendulum (any sort will do) in your right hand and hold it above the palm of the left hand. Watch it slowly move in circles. The swing may be clockwise or counterclockwise depending upon the flow of the energy from the palm whether it is outwards or inwards. The circumference and velocity of the swing indicates the size and activity of the chakra. At various points of the fingertips the pendulum might swing too indicating the presence of a minor chakra. As related to Mudra-Vidya, or the "Science of Mudras," what sort of unfoldment or empowerment do the hands require? What sort of preparation is necessary for the successful performance of mudras? First of all it would be helpful to massage the hands often so that they would be flexible enough to assume the positions of the mudras. Most of the mudras are easy to do; some, however, may require isometric exercises of the hands as a preparation. Flex your hands often--bend it, contract/relax it, stretch the fingers, and massage them. This would create a greater flexibility in the hands and would be conducive to a better performance of the mudras and enhance the circulation of blood. Massage of the hands after mudra practices is also suggested to help circulation of the blood and remove stiffness. Those with short, stubby hands may have some problems doing certain mudras, unlike individuals with long slender fingers that palmistry identify as "philosophical" and "psychic." However, subjects with short fingers normally are not the type that would be interested in yoga, spiritual training, or mudras; logically speaking, as the person reading this series of articles is intent in developing spirituality, they should not encounter any obstacle practicing the mudras or executing the forms. The next essential step is to empower the hands to increase the sensitivity, activity and size of the hand/finger chakras. This may be done through such exercises as the focused attention upon the palm of the hands and the fingertips. This particular exercise enlarges the hand chakras so that there may be a greater stream of energies flowing bi-directionally according to need. To carry-out this exercise follow these steps: 1) Focus upon each fingertip for about a minute each. Feel them tingling and vibrating. Begin with one hand and then move on to the other. 2) Now concentrate upon the palm of either hand for about 3 minutes and then move on to the palm of the other hand. Feel as though a flower were blossoming in your palms. Do this every day for about 40 days during which time the size of the chakras should be permanently extended and greater sensitivity achieved. In the meantime, it would be permissible to commence mudra practices simultaneously with the hand-empowerment exercise. Meditation Pose and Inner Tranquility Generally, most of the mudras may be done while seated in a chair, cross-legged, or standing. Certain mudras may call for specific body-positions. If you are knowledgeable on Hatha yoga and flexible enough, you may assume the various asanas or body positions while practicing mudras such as, "Padmasana," "Siddhasana," and "Vajrasana." Before commencing mudra-exercises, the practitioner would reap the most benefit by first relaxing the mind and body so that a certain degree of inner tranquility may be attained. Any relaxing method taught in occult schools may be employed; one may use contraction of the muscles, perhaps even coupled with visualization and auto-suggestion--the point is that the physical body and mind should be deeply relaxed so that they may not hamper the energy-flow coursing through the subtle channels. Mantras, or Words of Power Mudras may be accompanied by chanting and vibrating certain bija (seed)-mantras (words-of-power) that stimulates/activates the chakras and enlarge the subtle channels, or otherwise affect the psycho-physical body in some metaphysical way. Whenever possible, appropriate mantras would be given in association with the mudras in the following papers of this Mudra series. Chanting may be verbal or mental--directions will be given for this. Seed-mantras should be vibrated strongly as you chant them so that the power of the mantra would be felt in the various psychic centers. Vibrating the mantras does not imply raising the volume of your voice, it implies chanting the words-of-power in a peculiar way so that the vibes are felt palpably in the microcosm; some seed-mantras requires right intonation. Breathing Exercises and Visualization Pranayama, or the art of controlling the life-force through rhythmic or specialized breathing, may be engaged in while simultaneously doing the mudras. Some mudras may specifically call for a certain breathing technique. Generally, though, if instructions are not given, breathing should be allowed to flow naturally without any conscious direction. Visualization may be employed to support specialized breathing. Cosmic energy may be visualized as a brilliant silver, white, or gold force--each of these colors do have their specific properties. You may experiment to feel the sensation and know the effects of each of these forces. As a general rule, always inhale as you visualize energy flowing into you, exhale as you channel energy to a certain object, area, or space. In the following papers of these series, an extensive amount of mudras of various traditions will be presented for practical application. Copyright © 2006 Luxamore

Right diet regime help reduce weight

Most of us, in an effort to find ways for shedding a few lbs within a minimum time possible, either starve or opt for very strenuous physical exercises to achieve the goal of weight loss. Actually it is not required if we take the right kind of food to lose weight. There are certain types of food which when consumed, actually burn more fat than the calorific value of the food itself. These kinds of foods are also known as negative calorie foods. They are classified into three different groups such as the citrus group – consisting of lemons, limes, tangerines, grapefruit, oranges, kiwi fruit etc, the cellulose rich fruits and vegetables group consisting of cabbage, asparagus, beetroot, broccoli, blueberries, apple, watermelon etc and the dairy group of foods including non fat milk, white cheese and low fat yogurt. As far as dairy products are concerned, they have clinically proved it that calcium rich dairy foods help in weight loss by increasing the breakdown of fat in fat cells. Hence, non-fatty dairy products should be included in the diet towards weight loss. When these foods are combined with mild exercise, tremendous results are achieved. Cinnamon is the oldest spice which was once considered to be more precious than gold and were used by the early Egyptians for medicinal purposes and for flavor in foods. It was accidentally found that foods containing cinnamon helped in reducing the blood sugar level in the body. If cinnamon is added to the diet in any of the forms such as herbal tonic, or as a capsule or by sprinkling over foods, it tends to reduce weight. Foods which are metabolism friendly and the carbohydrates with lower or moderate glycemic indexes help in weight loss. Normally foods which are rich in protein are low in carbohydrates and in turn are with low glycemic index. Such foods are eggs, turkey, fish, red meat, ostrich, chicken etc. To minimize fat, lean cuts of meat, or chicken without skin can be eaten. Soy products like tofu, soymilk, soy powder etc are very good for weight reduction. Raw vegetables and green leafy vegetables are lower in glycemic index, carbohydrates and fat and they are very much higher in minerals, vitamins, anti oxidants and fiber than when they are cooked. Fruits with high glycemic index need to be avoided and those with lower glycemic index can be consumed.

Gambling addiction don t lose grip on reality

Compulsive and problem gambling is a problem that, left unattended, can ruin the life of any gambler and those close to the gambler. Like other addictions such as alcohol, smoking, or drugs, gambling addiction is a psychological disorder that impairs a person’s ability to make good decisions. Often, gambling can cause a person to lose their grip on reality, leading them to do things and spend amounts of money that would normally seem outrageous. Especially in today’s day and age when gambling over the internet is so popular, there are many people who have a problem with it. The first signs of problem gambling are not serious, as they will probably include small amounts of money lost. Over time, the problem can grow out of control, though. As a person begins to lose more money, desperation sets in and they begin to make terrible decisions. The problem is compounded over and over again until there is no money left and all hope is gone. Gambling is dangerous because it is a gateway addiction. It can lead to things like depression and criminal activity. Do you feel like you have to gamble each and every day? Do you feel like gambling has taken control of your life to the point where you cannot stop get yourself free of its grip? These are realities for many people and it is often difficult to admit that. Doing so is important, though. Treatments for gambling addiction are out there, but nothing has been noted as being extremely successful. Hypnotherapy is one of the more effective modes of treatment for gambling addiction, though. People see hypnotherapy on television and in movies and they miss out on the reality of the situation. Hypnotherapy is no joke that is used to simply mesmerize people. It is a real psychological treatment that can set a person’s thinking back to the correct state. Hypnotherapy has long been an effective treatment for things like smoking, slimming, and stress, but it is successful in stopping problem gambling in a lot of people. I have been using hypnosis for many years to treat different problems that people may face. If you want to get rid of a problem that is having a terrible effect on your life, I suggest you find out more information about hypnotherapy and get started on stopping your problem. Hypnotherapy and self-hypnosis treatments are excellent stoppers for life’s worst afflictions.

Menopause and gastrointestinal distress

Numerous women report that menopause comes along with gastrointestinal distress causing uncomfortable symptoms such as indigestion, flatulence and sudden bloating. Not only are these annoying and embarrassing, they can also be quite painful. During menopause, gastrointestinal bloating is caused when air fills the abdomen, creating a full feeling. Even though your stomach remains the same size, your pants probably feel tighter and your waistline just seems to keep expanding. Excess intestinal gas is produced by bacteria in the intestines. Sugar located foods often contribute to the growth of this bacterium. Poor digestion, a lack of lactose - an enzyme that breaks down food and liquids, can cause gastrointestinal distress as well. Gas distress can also be rampant during menopause due to lack of estrogen. Medical studies have suggested that a menopausal woman's diet can be to blame - particularly too many high sugar foods including fruit, and certain vegetables such as cauliflower, onion and broccoli that create even more bacteria in already inflamed intestines. Of course your hormones might also be the trigger for bloating. For example, progesterone in the right doses has a calming effect, but in too high doses can cause bloating and breast tenderness. A form of estrogen called Estradiol, on the other hand, is sometimes prescribed as a relief for bloating. People who eat too much protein at once can cause bloating because the stomach can't digest it all. Enzymes that help digestion such as Beano aid in the consumption of products such as soy that can have numerous positive effects for menopausal women. Herbs can be used to restore balance in menopause. You need to be clear on what stage of menopause you are in. Different hormone levels vary significantly from peri-menopause to menopause and post-menopause, and of course your doctor needs to help you with these decisions. For bloating as well as headaches and breast tenderness, an herbal tea that provides minerals in a dissolved form can help. Minerals help your body handle waste loads as well as provide a good source of calcium. You can use a combination of raspberry, dandelion, lemon balm, nettles, and green oat straw tea. Drink one cup of tea per day. Don quai can increase the effectiveness of estrogen released from fat tissue and help soothe menopausal discomfort as well. The information in this article is for educational purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice.

Make way for sperm blocking male contraceptive

It's about time that men should also share responsibility with women in terms of being educated about effective contraceptive methods. Researchers and scientists around the world are now working on male contraceptive products that are potentially safer, more effective, and more convenient than the current contraceptives out in the market. Men should have access to reliable and reversible contraceptive options beyond condoms and vasectomies. Currently underway are several other male contraceptives given as injections, implants or patches based mostly on hormones which trick the brain into switching off hormone production. Over a decade ago, the drug treatments for schizophrenia and high blood pressure were found to have the effect of stopping men from ejaculating. These drugs also had other side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness, which later led to the conclusion that they could not be used as contraceptives. Tests on human tissue have revealed that some chemicals can have the same effect and help stop men from ejaculating. Researchers from King's College in London have also determined that these chemicals prevent the longitudinal muscle in the vas deferens from contracting to propel sperm out of the penis. The team is now planning to use the chemicals in animal studies, and later on, with humans. They are hoping that in five years time, an alternative male contraceptive could already be released in the market. The dosage for men is one pill a day, which is similar to the dosage given to women who use the female contraceptive pill. or could take one a few hours before they plan to have sex. The effect of infertility caused by this drug is only temporary. Developers of the new contraceptive say that a man's fertility should return the next day because the contraceptive is not dependent on hormones. “If a man was taking the pill over a period of several months and decided to come off it, we would expect his fertility to return just as quickly as if he had taken it on a one-off basis,” said Dr. Christopher Smith regarding the research. The concept is welcomed by women who find it really tiring to be always the one in charge of fertility. As Rebecca Findlay of the Family Planning Association have said, “For women, it would be another form of liberation.” Although Dr Allan Pacey, Honorary Secretary of the British Fertility Society, welcomed the idea with reservation, he said that he was concerned that the sperm would be 'redirected' into urine, or may be present in the urethra, and that pregnancy could therefore still occur. There are some sectors and pharmaceutical companies, however, that are skeptical about the concept's appeal with the male population regarding new contraceptive products, its side effects, issues about sensation and infertility, as well as the lack of fund for most research studies. On-going trials of a male contraceptive which combines an implant and regular injections to lower sperm production temporarily have started in the United Kingdom but scientists are having trouble in recruiting men to take part in the study. The public is encouraged to participate in on-going survey and tests as volunteers. The aggregated results of the survey will be used to show policymakers that there is demand and future for new male contraceptives.

Ruin not thy word of mouth quest

Robert D Clarke, copyright 2006. "The greatest power is often simple patience." - E. Joseph Cossman Highlights Opening a sale is more difficult than closing it Most valuable word in your presentation: Consider Introduction One of my mentors is James English. He consults to sales organizations, large and small. He has been self-employed for more than 40 years. Invariably, he is contracted to help staff close sales. Jim believes people have more trouble opening the sales process than closing it. I agree. Most Valuable Word in Your Presentation Sales trainers teach you to present to people who have needs you can fill, and who have money to pay for your service. Jim determines (in seconds) whether a prospect is interested in his services. His opening statement is, 'May I request an opinion and direction from you?' The answer is usually affirmative. He continues with a statement tailored specifically to his listener, then uses the single most valuable word in an opening presentation. Let me demonstrate, using Network Marketing as an example. 'It seems every successful person in Network Marketing tells me their team members are reluctant to present the business opportunity to potential recruits.' Let your listener think about your statement. Generally, they’ll give you their opinion about its validity. When they’ve responded, (usually with a nod or a statement), continue. 'If I could show you a way to overcome your team’s reluctance to make presentations, might you consider doing business with me?' Pause before consider. Emphasize the word. Pause after consider. There is no other word which so quickly qualifies your listener. And Their Answer Is... Yes, I’d consider it. They’re not immediately committing to buy your service, yet given you permission to continue. Although they may not say it, their mind is thinking, 'Tell me more. If I like what I hear, I may buy.' No, I wouldn’t consider it. Thank them for their opinion. Ifthey are not open initially, they never will be. Move on. They saved both of you time which would have been totally wasted. People don’t like to buy. They don’t want to be sold. Your time to attract their interest is restricted to about seven seconds. In that time, you can ask only one question. Who could I talk to who may (pause) consider (pause) my services? This open-ended question focuses your listener on a specific person. Summary Feedback from many sources (including several professional sales trainers) convince me consider is the most important word in any opening presentation. It is also the key word when requesting referrals. Excerpted from "How to Increase Sales at No Cost" Robert D Clarke, 108 pages, paperback, copyright 1994. Online version copyright 2006.

Take your valentine on a mega date

: Ever been on a Mega Date? Wondering what in the world is a mega date? Probably best described as more fun than two people should be allowed to have in one day. A mega date is an all day date taking in all the typical dating activities. It’s not for the weak! You need a great sense of humor and a great sense of adventure. Why a mega date? Between working, going to school, taking care of the kids, having any type of social life can be difficult and time consuming. Finding time to date can be next to impossible. You meet someone, maybe meet for lunch one day, go out on a typical Friday night date, take in a movie and dinner, make small talk. Yawn! Life is short! Kick it up a notch! A mega date is a great way to get to know someone new or add spice to a stale relationship. It will take a bit of planning but doesn’t have to be expensive, there are plenty of activities you can do that don’t cost much. Here is how it works. You plan out as many activities as you can fit into one day. The mega date day will start at 8am and go to midnight! You will need to figure out how long each activity will last and how far apart they are. You need to allow for travel time between activities and some time for unexpected things that can pop up. It is best to find a number of quick activities that don’t take more than an hour or two. For example, instead of playing 9 holes of golf you can just go to a driving range and hit a bucket of balls. Instead of an all day bike ride, ride for a half hour, have a picnic, then ride back. I think you get the idea. Your day may start with something like a walk around a lake and then going out for breakfast or just a bagel and coffee. Your next few activities should include more physical things like golf, tennis, biking etc. Try and schedule a picnic for lunch. The afternoon might include visiting a local museum, other interesting landmarks or your local “must see” tourist destination. Try to include things you or your date have never done but had always wanted to. Take in a movie, a show or other current event. Have dinner at some romantic restaurant or local hot spot (as long as the wait isn’t too long!, you don’t want to get off schedule.) Try a carriage ride, horseback riding, miniature golf, anything on the water, rent a canoe or paddle boat, Go for a swim at a waterpark or beach. Visit an art gallery, Go to a casino, put $10 in a slot machine and see who is the bigger winner. Go bowling. Go hiking in a park, Play Frisbee golf. Go indoor ice skating, Go rollerblading. Get a couples massage, Visit a vineyard. Visit a petting zoo. Plan both indoor and outdoor activities. Have backups if there is a change in weather. Put your thinking cap on and search for fun things to do in your area. Cram in as much fun as you can. At the end of the day, you and your date will be exhausted but it will be the most fun you have had in a long time. You will both be thinking “I can’t believe we did all that!” Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture the day, then make a scrapbook of the mega date day. A Few Mega Date Rules: Stay on schedule A sense of humor must be maintained at all times The person who plans the mega date is in charge. The person who was invited on the mega date is not to ask what the next activity is. The day is a total surprise for the person invited. All activities must be kept confidential. No whining. No napping. The person invited must be a good sport and go along with all activities. The person invited must read these rules. Have fun!!

Elementary school fundraisers are no different from others

If you are thinking of elementary school fundraisers there are many things to choose from. There are many companies willing to provide you with items to sell and they usually do this at a reasonable rate so you can walk away with a nice profit at the end of the day. The elementary school fundraisers are usually left up to the moms of the kids to get these things together. To have your fundraiser you will have to decide on what product you want to sell. There is not much difference between elementary school fundraisers than with middle school fundraisers or high school fundraisers. The bottom line is that the school needs money for various reasons, but the product you choose may have to differ from elementary to high school. Another factor is that you may get a lot more help in the middle school fundraisers than what you would verses the elementary. With the lower grades, there may be a added problem of closely watching over the kids. Whatever the grade level, elementary, middle or high school fundraisers should be fun for anyone that participates. You can choose a tried and true product or choose something that is new wave. Just keep in mind there is always a chance with a new wave product, your elementary school fundraisers may not be as successful as with a product that you know for sure is going to sell. It is best to research the product you choose before you purchase it. This will insure that your middle or high school fundraiser will be popular with the people that purchase it. It is a good idea to make sure that the product you choose for your school fundraiser is of good quality there may be another time you will have to do this all over again. You have to give a good product for the donations to your fundraisers whether it is elementary or high school fundraisers. If your elementary school fund raisers are too much for you then get professional help. Professional fund raisers will guide you through the process of how to make either your middle school fund raisers or high school fund raisers a huge success. Don’t be afraid to ask for help because there is lots of it out there. Elementary school fundraisers, there’s lots of things to do. Make sure you do them well.

The formula to creating goals that help you improve your personal life

The Formula to Creating Goals that help you Improve your Personal Life In life, we have a formula to use that helps us to create goals that assist us in improving our personal life. To start these goals however, we must use our inner qualities. The inner qualities include skills, ability to commit, ability to set priorities, ability to accept failure, will to say no, and so on. We have self-awareness, personality and other details within as well that helps us to find ways to improve our personal life. Once you find your qualities, develop them you will find it easy to set goals. To get started consider brainstorming, long-term goals, short-term goals, evaluation of these goals, brainstorming some more, evaluating, and so on. You want to consider managing your time as well. When you brainstorm you, develop new ideas. New ideas is the market that leads you to success. Brainstorming helps you to learn something new. When you start to brainstorm you, begin seeing things you didn’t see before. When you brainstorm, it is wise to take notes. The notes will help you to remember things you had forgotten. Use the notes to structure your plans. As you sit and write be sure to start your plans with short-term goals. The short-term goals should lead up to your long-term goals. Short-term goals should include what you want to accomplish in the next few years. Do you plan to open a business? Do you plan to move? Do you plan to start a new career. Each question will lead you into the right direction as you find answers. For instance, I plan to open a business in the next few years. How do you plan to open that business? What business are you considering? How will you get the money to start your business. You have many options, so check your resources, learn new resources and continue building your dreams to improve your personal life. After you layout the plans for your short-term dreams, start working toward your long-term goals. For instance, in the next ten years what do you see yourself doing? Use your visions and voices inside to cultivate a plan. Brainstorm your ideas. To set up long-term plans keep them realistic. Make sure that your long-term falls in accord with your short-term goals. For instance, if you plan to start a business in the next few years, build on this dream and plan to become productive and established in the near future. Start saving money to back your plans. You will need to set up a budget that allows you money to save. How to budget: Your budget is based on your net income. If make $30,000 per year, set a budget that works within your means. Set aside money for backup, recovery, and money to save. Perhaps you can also include in your plans a trip to the Internet. On the Internet and at your local library or colleges you will find that many grants are available to those starting a new business. How to save time: You will need a time plan. You will need to plan your time wisely. The more time you plan to save the faster you will reach your dreams to improve your personal life and reach your goals. Save time by reviewing your daily activities, entertainment, family time, work time, leisure time and so on. If you spend four hours watching television, reduce your time to save by viewing television one hour each day, or two if the movie is worth your time. You have many options so spread your wings and reach for the sky.

Baby clothes the top 7 essentials

One of the best parts of preparing for a new baby is to buy baby clothes. The tiny clothes are so charming and can melt any heart any number of times. If you have had any issues about whether you will be a good mom or dad, just take a look at that cute onesie – anything that fits something so small can’t be unmanageable! One thing you must keep in mind when buying baby clothes is that your new baby is going to need lots of them. The top seven things that your baby’s wardrobe must have are: 1. Diapers: I can’t even begin to tell you how many of those your baby will need, but just buy them in bulk. For ease of operation and less headache for mommy, try the disposable types 2. Onesies: Onesies are one – piece garments like overalls or coveralls and expect your new born to be spending a lot of time in them. Choose onesies that can be easily opened and fastened so that you can change the baby with minimal effort. Cotton tees: Cotton tees teemed up with cotton shorts or skirts and are great for indoors. Do buy lots of tees because they will need frequent changing. 3. Sleep – ins: Sleep ins like sleepers and pajamas for night wear keep the baby safe from draft and are comfortable to sleep in. 4. Warm clothes: Add some warm clothes like sweaters and fleecewear in your baby’s wardrobe because they need a lot of protection from cold weather. 5. Caps and hats: Maybe not several of them, but buy a couple of caps to keep the baby’s head out of the wind. 6. Mittens: In winters you can’t do without them but keep some cotton ones for the summers so that the baby doesn’t scratch itself with its own nails. Babies do that, seriously.

Unable to answer question about pet health problem

: Every family have an first aid box fro their kids and family members, What about your pet ? A pet owner is responsible for their pet health and pet should be treated as an family member. Your pet has any health problem, behavior problem or seriously ill or has an immediate health concern, seek treatment from your local veterinarian IMMEDIATELY. Online pet health care sits are a very good source to get correct information related to pet health care and health problem questions. Pet health problem got you down? then for answers to your pet health care questions, You can ask question online. Online doctors are always available to answer general pet health questions and if answers are not satisfactory then directly go to the pet clinic where pet will get an proper treatment. It is said that prevention is better than cure. You never know where something is going to go wrong. If everything is with you in an certain place then you won't be worrying or wondering where it's at when something does happen. When we have first aid box for our family member then why not for our pet as they to are our family member. To prepare pet first aid box a pet owner should keep in the kit includes, Newspaper to roll up and make a splint or to line something to keep it clean, Rectal thermometer, Three large garbage bags for sanitation on the way to the veterinarian's office, Book on pet first aid, plywood board to move your pet safely. I am Free Lance writer and currently for this website Pet health care . I have just started to write article and press releases which are related to this mentioned site. This article is prepared on the basis of reliable sources. If you find any error or mistake in this article please email us immediately at this email address annajosephs@gmail so that we can take immediate action.

Junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment

Finding Junior Used or Discontinued Cleveland Golf Equipment When people are looking to purchase some golf equipment, especially for their children, there are a number of times during the year that these presents would make great gifts. Youth golf equipment is specially sized in order to allow for accessible handling of the equipment by the child. Junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment is a great way for individuals in the Ohio area to purchase golf equipment that can be used by a child, especially when the individuals purchasing the equipment are not sure if the child will be interested in the sport later on. For Christmas, Hanukkah, or a birthday, Junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment will prove to be a very appropriate gift for a child that is beginning to be interested in the sport and game of golf. By purchasing junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment, individuals are ensuring that they are protecting themselves financially in the event that the child does not like the game of golf for an extended period of time. It is also helpful because many people are worried that their children will not take care of their beginning golf equipment. By purchasing junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment, an individual can assure themselves that even if something does happen to the equipment, at least they did not pay full price for the item. It would be advisable to purchase junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment in the Ohio area, until one is at a point in their lives that they are sure their child is responsible enough and interested enough in purchasing new golf equipment. In some cases, the children or the parents will be so happy with the Junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment, which they will never switch over. Instead, they will go on using the equipment that they have been enjoying. One of the benefits that come with purchasing junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment is that the individual is able to examine the equipment if they are themselves located in the Ohio area. On the other hand, if an individual is not in the Ohio area, they can still rely on the purchase of junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment. This is because many people are able to utilize the internet as a place to buy and sell goods. If a person is looking for junior used or discounted cleveland golf equipment, but they are not located within the state of Ohio, or a reasonable distance from Cleveland, they will still be able to purchase the items online from individuals in Cleveland selling their golf equipment. These people may not be able to see the equipment first hand, but in many cases there will be pictures available for the prospective consumer to view. This is helpful since it allows the consumer to see exactly what they will be purchasing. Even with shipping, in some cases this is a less costly option for interested parties that are looking for acceptable and affordable types of golfing equipment for their young son or daughter.

Give me some credit

Are you a small business owner, especially one that interacts frequently with the public, such as a real estate agent? Do you spend considerable time taking clients out to lunch, sending out flyers or other mail, or driving a lot in your business? If so, consider applying for a Chase Business Rebate Card. This credit card has some wonderful advantages to consider. First, there is no interest for the first twelve months. That means that the business upgrades you have been considering can be done now, and paid for over the next year. Whether it is a new suite of software, a whole new computer system, or a new copier, you can put the purchase on your Chase Business Rebate Card and not be charged any interest for the entire next year. This allows you to be more efficient and also to relieve those worries about your current computer actually lasting another six months. If you purchase the new computer or the new software at an office supply store, not only do you have time to pay for it, but you also get cash back rewards for purchasing it. The Chase Business Rebate Card gives 3% cash back for any purchases at an office supply store. This 3% cash back reward is also given for purchases at home improvement stores, hardware stores, restaurants, and gas stations. So, for people whose businesses have customer interaction similar to real estate agents, this card is wonderful, since the 3% rebate applies to many of the main items purchased. It is also wonderful for individual contractors and other building industry professionals that do a lot of purchases at building supply and home improvement stores. As with most rebate credit cards, you earn rebates for every purchase on the card, no matter what store it is used at. So even purchases at grocery stores would earn 1%. The Chase Business Rebate Card is also set up to help business owners simplify running their business. There are on-line management tools available to use. There are free additional credit cards for your employees, so that each employee has access to the same rewards as they participate in the business. The Chase Business Rebate Card also has quarterly reports available on card use, so that the owner can keep track of what is being spent during each week of the quarter, to see how the monies are directed.

Book review the next thing on my list

I think readers will agree with me that “The Next Thing on My List” is a wonderfully written heartwarming story about a woman’s self-discovery that will have you hooked from the very first page. Jill Smolinski knows and understands her audience and delivers a winner with her second novel. The story centers around a 34-year-old woman, June Parker, who is living aimlessly and without passion. Her life completely changes when she attends a Weight Watchers meeting and offers one of the other members, Marissa a ride home. Marissa is upbeat and celebrating her 100-lb weight loss. As she is reaching into the back seat to get June her favorite taco soup recipe, the truck in front of them suddenly loses a dresser off the back. To avoid a collision with the dresser, June swerves and flips the car over. June is banged up, but okay. Marissa is not so lucky; she does not survive the car crash. After the accident, June finds a list with 20 things on it that Marissa wanted to accomplish before her 25th birthday. Only two items are crossed off – lose 100 lbs, and wear sexy shoes. June finds purpose in her life as she works on completing the other 18 items in Marissa’s honor. The list includes simple things like kiss a stranger and eat ice cream in public, to more complicated items like change someone’s life and pitch an idea at work. As June works on accomplishing the tasks, she finds that her life has new purpose and meaning. She realizes that she wants more from her work as a writer for a not-for-profit and works toward a promotion. Her relationships with friends and co-workers evolve as they develop a new respect for her as she completes the list. She also takes on the role of a Big Sister to Deedee who desperately needs her help through a crisis and begins to form a bond with Marissa’s sexy brother Troy. The author develops the characters in a very human way that will make you fall in love with them and cheer June’s progress as she works towards completing her list. Woman and teenage girls would enjoy reading “The Next Thing on My List.” Shaye Areheart Books (2007) ISBN 0307351246 Reviewed by Cherie Fisher for Reader Views (3/07)

Skin care non surgical treatment with tretinoin

Topical tretinoin can be effectively used for treatment of mild sun damage and fine wrinkles and lines for skin care. Tretinoin is easy to use as a non surgical method to get a youthful look. The skin care treatment has to be continued otherwise the benefits disappear. After some time of treatment, your doctor may reduce the dose of tretinoin to be used for giving you the young look. Tretinoin is generally used for face because face is the most exposed part of the body and acne, rashes sun damage etc. are more apparent on the face. Let us find out more about how tretinoin helps us non-surgically in skin care. What is tretinoin - it is a form of retinoid that is derived from Vitamin A. It is also very popular in treatment of acne. Generally tretinoin is recommended for use by older patients who have fine wrinkles and sun damaged skin and spots. It is also used for younger people, who want to maintain a youthful look. Tretinoin may also be used as a preparation for further treatments such as chemical peeling. Use of tretinoin thins the skin and this prepares skin for better absorption of chemicals in peeling treatment. For best skin care, your doctor may prescribe tretinoin for use every day at nighttime for about a year. After that this interval may be increased to once every two to three days. As tretinoin produces dryness, you may need to use a moisturizer twice a day. You may also need to adopt better protection from sun because tretinoin makes the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. If tretinoin is properly used, it can help reduce fine wrinkles, reduce age spots and also help you maintain a young look. It is a boon for those who are very careful about skin care. This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

Past time sports

An Invigorating Family Past Time: Sports Activities If you are feeling bored, listless, and out of shape, you need a new past time. Sports activities will get your blood pumping and help you get back into shape. Not only will you be getting good exercise but you will be starting a valuable family past time. Sports activities are a great way to spend time with your kids. So get up off the couch, put down that soda, and get out in the yard for a little touch football. If touch football is not for you, why not play a little kickball with your kids. Set up a diamond similar to a baseball diamond. Now the pitcher rolls a large soft ball, like a playground ball, on the ground to the "batter." Only in kickball, the batter kicks the ball and runs to first base. Since the ball is soft, the fielding team can throw the ball at the runner to get him out. Since the kicker will almost always manage to kick the ball and foul balls are rare, this is a classic game to play with young kids and others who are not very athletic. A fun family game that makes a good past time sports activity is tetherball. This rousing game can be played with one or two people. Tetherball is called that because the ball is on a tether - it is on a rope tied at the top of a pole. The ball hangs about hand level. The object is to hit the ball and make the rope wrap around the pole. The two players attempt to make the ball go different directions. If you have never played tetherball, you should give it a try. It is really fun! And it really gets you moving (and laughing!) Sand volleyball may have started on the beaches, but many towns are now installing sand volleyball courts in their public parks. The littler kids can sit in a safe place and play with their sand toys while Mom, Dad, and the older kids hit a beach ball or volleyball back and forth over a net. The sand feels good on bare feet (but not so good inside your shoes!) The kids will enjoy this past time sports. A cross between volleyball and tennis that many families enjoy is badminton. In this game, the object is to use lightweight rackets to volley a "birdie" back and forth over a net. The birdie looks like a little plastic funnel attached to a firm rubber ball. You hold the birdie by the plastic and drop it onto your racket to serve to the other team. Badminton moves more slowly than tennis and is a leisurely way to get moving with the kids. You'll get some exercise, though! Kids are naturally energetic and active, making past time sports activities extremely attractive to them. Since parents need to be spending more quality time with their kids as well as needing to get more exercise, too, these vigorous games are a good idea for everyone. Some say that the family that plays together stays together. This could be so, since exercise gets positive hormones flowing in your mind, putting you and everyone else in a better mood. Don't get so competitive that your family past time sports cease to be fun. Just volley that ball or birdie for fun and exercise.

Private label rights affiliate marketing fast profits

Are you new to private label rights, Internet Marketing or are you unsure of what to do, or where and how to begin with any of wide options available? You’ve probably heard of Internet Marketers making lots of money online, but you don’t have the talent to write and create information products or make crafts. You’re not a programmer so you don’t know how to develop killer application software. You can’t get into wholesale and reselling designer shoes, handbags and other fashion items because you don’t have a whole lot of money to invest. Believe it or not, you’re perfect for affiliate marketing! You can make money of off other people’s products or services by becoming an affiliate marketer. You may not have your own product or service, but there are others out there who do exceptionally well and they’re willing to give you commissions in exchange for promoting their materials. Many companies and small business owners use affiliate marketing to sell their products for them. They provide graphics and text advertisements that affiliates can use for promoting their products or services. You can also get private label rights and PLR content. These are the simplest and fastest way to stamp your name and market information without being an actual writer or a published author! The services are all over the Internet, but caution with the high fees. Going back to the affiliate option, as an affiliate, you will have your own unique code or link that serves to identify you as the affiliate who made the sale of a specific affiliate marketing product. Most affiliates today are called “publishers” because many of them have their own sites or blogs where they are promoting other people’s products. As a publisher, you can choose from the thousands of affiliate programs available and you can even devote an entire site or blog towards “pre-selling” specific products. When someone who visits your site or blog clicks on your affiliate link and buys from the merchant you’re an affiliate with a new commission. You get paid your commissions based on the terms set by the merchant. How much money you’ll make as an affiliate depends on the commissions offered by the different merchants. For instance, someone selling a $50 e-book may offer 75% commission for every sale. Diamond merchants generally offer between 8% and 12% commission on the sale price, so you can make a handsome amount on a $5,000 diamond ring or a $10,000 bracelet. Then there are merchants such as mortgage brokers and credit card companies that will pay you a fixed sum for referring qualified contacts or leads. There are also companies that offer continuing commissions if customers purchase membership with recurring billing (and remain a member) from your affiliate link. Some affiliate programs have unusual terms and conditions. For instance, there are merchants who are willing to pay commissions of up to 200% of the sale price of the product. There are others that offer tiered commission structures wherein you also make a commission from sales brought in by a person who signs up as an affiliate via your affiliate link. Some companies offer tiers that are four or five levels deep. In resume, start as an affiliate marketer advertising other people products or go the simplest and easy way with your own pen name by using private label rights and PLR content if you don’t have that mile budget, upload the site to the Internet and your kiss your competition goodbye by being persistent and constantly searching for more traffic opportunities!

How to get cheap homeowner s insurance online in iowa

It would be easy to tell you to just jump online, find one of the many sites that allow you to make comparisons of the prices of homeowner's insurance policies from a variety of different insurance companies and be done with it. Unfortunately doing that will not necessarily get you the cheapest homeowner's insurance that you can find online in Iowa. The good news is, the steps you need to take before getting online to look for your cheap homeowner's policy are all relatively easy to take. Let's start with smoking. If you smoke you are going to pay more for your homeowner's insurance. It's that simple. You need to stop smoking if you want to get the best possible rates. If you already have a homeowner's insurance policy and you were a smoker at the time you took out the policy but you have since quit, you need to let your agent know as you will be in line for a rather nice reduction in your monthly premiums. Do you have other insurance policies – auto insurance or health insurance for instance – with the same insurance company? If so you should be getting a multi-policy discount. Similarly, if you have had your policy with the same company for 5 or 6 years you need to ask your agent if you qualify for a Long-Term Discount. Keep your credit rating good. Many people are not aware that the monthly premium you pay for your homeowner's insurance is based, in part, on your credit score. The better your credit score the less you will pay each month for your homeowner's insurance. If your home is more than 10 years old talk to your agent about the savings you could receive if you were to up-grade the plumbing or the electrical system. Fire danger is a big part of the monthly premium you pay for your policy, so clearing all brush and weeds ten feet away from all structures on your property can often lower your premium. If you can afford to install a sprinkler system or a monitored home protection system that reports fire and burglaries to the authorities 24/7 you could be entitled to as much as a 30% reduction in your monthly homeowner's premium, but talk to your agent before installing such a system as not all systems receive the same discount. Install motion-sensitive outdoor floodlights to discourage burglars, and trim bushes away from all windows to further discourage home break-ins. Install deadbolt locks on all exterior doors and make certain that all windows, even those on upper stories, have a working lock. Install the proper number of fire and smoke detectors for the size and layout of your home and make certain that all of them are in working order. Change batteries twice yearly at the same time that clocks are set forward or backward an hour. Buy a fire extinguisher that is specially designed for kitchen fires and keep it handy in your kitchen. When setting the value of your policy make certain that it is enough to rebuild your home from the foundation up and that it is sufficient to replace all of your belongings – but don't make the mistake of insuring the land under your home. Can you afford a bigger deductible on your policy? Consider this question carefully as you will be asked to come up with the cash to cover your deductible if you ever have a claim. Doubling your deductible from $500 to $1,000 can greatly reduce your monthly premium payment. O. K., now that you know what you are looking for in a policy – how you can structure a policy to save you the most money each month – it's time for you to get online and start making comparisons on at least 3 of the websites that allow you to compare homeowner's insurance policies and prices here in Iowa. Be sure to take the extra time to make your comparisons on multiple sites (at least 3 different websites) if you really and truly want to get cheap homeowner's insurance online here in Iowa, since no one website compares all of the different insurance companies operating in the state.

Ipod and itunes friends or foes

Despite how user friendly iTunes is, it can nonetheless prove a real threat to the music collection stored on your iPod. Before saying anything else, rest assured that there are steps you can take to essentially eliminate this risk, but if you keep the default iTunes settings, the risk will remain. The first impression iTunes gives is that of a very simple and easy to use software to buy music online. It also servers as a library with a huge amount of music data as well as the primary application through which you manage you iPod. Before that slick interface, however, lies cutting-edge encryption, authentication and digital rights management technology (DRM) that tries to make sure that what you download and play on your iPod is actually paid for! Apart from Apple's own DRM restrictions, iTunes seems to do everything in it's power to make sure you loose your music collection. Here is a list of dangerous iTunes behaviors and settings. Automation Even if you are a complete beginner using PCs or an iPod, you should never, ever allow for automatic synchronization between your iTunes' music library and the library stored on your iPod. You see, an iPod can only be tied to a single iTunes library, at least in terms of synchronization. Hence, if you connect your iPod to a friend's computer (or vice versa) and iTunes starts synchronizing the two libraries, all content on the iPod will be lost! To avoid that, go to Edit - Preferences - iPod and select Manual Synchronization. iPod is not a Backup Many people think that their iPod also acts as a back-up of their music collection. Guess again. Data transfer always happens from your computer to your iPod and not the other way around. So, in the unfortunate event that you computer's hard disk fails and you loose your iTunes library, you can't restore your tracks from an iPod. 3rd Party Solutions Lucky for us, the huge user base of iPod and iTunes as well as the flexible design of the iPod's operating system have allowed for the creation of 3rd party programs that can help you better manage your iPod music library. SharePod, for example, is a very simple end easy to use application that allows you to transfer songs from your iPod to your PC (and vice versa), manage your iPod playlists, share your iPod tracks across a network and much more. Anapod explorer is a similar application that also allows you to manage photos, notes and contacts, as well as convert music tracks to different file formats.

Is web 2.0 going to solve your small business online needs

There is a lot of buzz going round about web 2.0. The big boys of the internet are already on it and we all know it's the next big thing. As a matter of fact small online businesses have already started experimenting on it. With all the excitement building up to the possibilities of web 2.0, the challenge though lies in this simple but confounding question. How can small online business web sites utilize content 2.0 to grow and expand their core business without loosing focus or burning their resources? To allude to that question, here are three guiding principles. Plan, don't rush: The internet is an amazing place, just take a quick look at its history and development and you will be surprised by instances in the past that have been full of hype and trends that came and faded away the moment they arrived. Now here is the paradox, the internet continues to grow at an exponential rate and as such any savvy online business can not afford to be left behind holding onto outdated technologies and expect to compete effectively. At the same time they can not afford to just jump into the band wagon without dire consequences. Web 2.0 is the next big, that we know for sure. But there is a need to sit down and come up with a realistic plan of how this can be beneficial to your online business. Depending on the theme and nature of your web site, content 2.0 can have a major impact or no effect at all as far as your online business success is concerned. Content 2.0 By now even the most ardent critics of content based web sites would agree to admit that with the current shape and operation of the search engine dominated web, to breathe life into a web site, it's paramount to include content that has been optimized for the search engines into the layout and design of any online business. As far as creating quality content based articles is concerned, the major disturbing question and headache has always been: How do small business with limited financial resources manage to create new content on a continues basis considering the time and nature of work involved? Fortunately for those who lacked the time or cared less to write their own unique articles, the solution has always been to post articles on their web site from article distribution directories. But there has always been a problem to this solution. The same articles ended up being picked by so many other web sites effectively thereafter diluting their effectiveness and uniqueness. Enter Content 2.0 and again another ingenious solution to this problem has been born. You can now put up a form on your own web site and invite your regular visitors to comment, submit tips or ideas and in the process effectively creating more content on you web site. This is what they call, user generated content. Be in control: Nothing can ever get worse than a brilliant idea gone wrong. Web 2.0 has a potential viral marketing effect. One good invitation that is well laid down and managed can bring forth a lot more people willing to contribute and spread the word around and consequently make your site popular. But that is where the challenge lies, human beings can at times be hard and complicated to understand, people may have other ultra motives besides making contributions. In other words using content 2.0 would require one to manage and regulate the kind of content that the owner would want their site to be associated and identified with. So keep your invitations to that level that you can be able to manage and control without having to break you back or create counteractive results. Conclusion. Much is being talked about and the debate and rush has just started but for now hold tight and learn all that you can, when your moment comes, you won't regret it. Your online business might be among those that would have a lot to cash out of the next big thing of the internet. Web 2.0.

Verifiers first to meet new standards

PSC’s bar code verification equipment is claimed the first in the world to conform with the newly established European CEN and ISO bar code quality standards. The certification ensures that PSC’s equipment has been manufactured, calibrated and tested to conform with the specifications found in both the CEN ENV12647 standard as well as the current ISO 15426 standard. With immediate effect, the Certificate of Conformance/Celibration is issued with all PSC bar code verification equipment from the QC600 series, the QC800 series, and the QCPC600. These are the only bar code verifiers to have passed the conformance tests set down by European bar code standards committee (CEN) and ISO thus far. Chairman of UK master distributor and European Support Partner for the PSC range of bar code verification equipment, Harry Clark commented; ‘The optical geometry and the wave length achieved by this device as the user passes over the bar code being checked , means that it is the only piece of kit in the world right now that meets the required standards. The mousewand device exactly meets the requirements of the reference optical system specified in the newest European Standards have only just been published and the new ISO Standards are currently under development.’

Easy affiliate profits using ppc

Easy Profits Using PPC In Your Affiliate Marketing Business PPC is one of the four basic types of Search Engines. PPC is also one of the most cost-effective ways of targeted internet advertising. According to Forbes magazine, PPC or Pay Per Click, accounts to 2 billion dollars a year and is expected to increase to around 8 billion dollars by the year 2008. Let us take a quick look at how PPC Search Engines work. These engines create listings and rate them based on a bid amount the website owner is willing to pay for each click from that search engine. Advertisers bid against each other to receive higher ranking for a specific keyword or phrase. The highest bidder for a certain keyword or phrase will then have the site ranked as number 1 in the PPC Search Engines followed by the second and third highest bidder, up to the last number that have placed a bid on the same keyword or phrase. Your ads then will appear prominently on the results pages based on the dollar amount bid you will agree to pay per click. How do you make money by using PPC into your affiliate marketing business? Most affiliate programs only pay when a sale is made or a lead delivered after a visitor has clickthrough your site. Your earnings will not always be the same as they will be dependent on the web site content and the traffic market. The reason why you should incorporate PPC into your affiliate marketing program is that earnings are easier to make than in any other kind of affiliate program not using PPC. This way, you will be making profit based from the clickthroughs that your visitor will make on the advertiser’s site. Unlike some programs, you are not paid per sale or action. PPC can be very resourceful of your website. With PPC Search Engines incorporated into your affiliate program, you will be able to profit from the visitor’s who are not interested in your products or services. The same ones who leave your site and never comes back. You will not only get commissions not only from those who are just searching the web and finding the products and services that they wanted but you will be able to build your site’s recognition as a valuable resource. The visitors who have found what they needed from you site are likely to come back and review what you are offering more closely. Then they will eventually come back to search the web for other products. This kind of affiliate program is also an easy way for you to generate some more additional revenues. For example, when a visitor on your site does a search in the PPC Search Engine and clicks on the advertiser bided listings, the advertisers’ account will then be deducted because of that click. With this, you will be compensated 30% to 80% of the advertisers’ bid amount. PPC is not only a source of generating easy profits; it can also help you promote your own site. Most of the programs allow the commissions received to be spent for advertising with them instantly and with no minimum earning requirement. This is one of the more effective ways to exchange your raw visitors for targeted surfers who has more tendencies to purchase your products and services. What will happen if you when you integrate PPC into your affiliate program? PPC usually have ready-to-use affiliate tools that can be easily integrated into your website. The most common tools are search boxes, banners, text links and some 404-error pages. Most search engines utilize custom solutions and can provide you with a white-label affiliate program. This enables you, using only a few lines of code, to integrate remotely-hosted co-branded search engine into your website. The key benefits? Not only more money generated but also some extra money on the side. Plus a lifetime commissions once you have referred some webmaster friends to the engine. Think about it. Where can you get all these benefits while already generating some income for your site? Knowing some of the more useful tools you can use for your affiliate program is not a waste of time. They are rather a means of earning within an earning. Best know more about how you can use PPC search engines into your affiliate program than miss out on a great opportunity to earn more profits.

You should better purchase steroids online legally

Steroids are helpful for bodybuilders and weight-lifters. Those who want to reduce their body fat or want to gain muscle mass, can greatly benefit from steroids. There are numerous websites that are serving the people who want to purchase steroids online. However, before you purchase steroids online, you must check out, if your steroids online come directly from the manufacturers and renowned legit pharmacies. You can find a really wide range of steroids online. You can purchase a number of steroids, such as Deca Durabolin, Anadrol, Sustanon, Dianabol, Winstrol, Anavar, Equipoise and other anabolic supplements. There are so many good anabolic supplements available online, to effectively assist you gain muscle mass, increase strength and lose body fat. You literally use the fastest, low cost way, when you purchase steroids online. The online steroid stores allow you purchase steroids online 24/7. They offer you an array of steroids online. They offer you convenient way of payment, and deliver your steroids very fast. They deliver steroids worldwide, in special prices and discounts, competitive prices, and assure you complete security and privacy of product with shipping. Many steroid online suppliers promise you delivery with the lowest price right at your home. However, you need to be very careful, while you purchase steroids online. You must check out the online reputation of the steroid store that you have chosen to purchase steroids online. You must also check out the quality of steroids that you intend to purchase. You should better purchase steroids online legally. You can consult a physician, he or she can prescribe you the steroids that you intend to buy online. Make a good research on the internet to purchase steroid online legally. In many countries including United States, it is illegal to purchase steroids online, without a doctor’s prescription. So, be cautious of this thing. Internet is a pool of information; you can easily find all the relevant information on anabolic steroids and try to know every aspect of the anabolic steroids. If you have any question regarding the anabolic steroids, you can ask the steroid suppliers online. Read lots of articles on steroids, steroid use, steroid cycles, and steroid stacks, before you purchase steroids online.

An african hope peddler

“A man who refuses to move forward will never leave a footprint.” - Modupe Oluwalademi Modupe lived in Nigeria. He had very little in the way of wealth and had been robbed more than once, but he had an incredibly entrepreneurial spirit. His contagious spirit inspired many to do more with their lives than they thought possible. This man was marketing hope and he was gifted and promoting his product. He had seen the worst of circumstances yet found the means to pen words that were both motivational and hope-filled. Consider the following… “If you don’t begin where you are today, you’ll never get anywhere tomorrow.” – Modupe Oluwalademi “A time waster is an opportunity waster.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “You’ll become a king-size liability to your generation if you lack ‘a plan of action’ for your life.” – Modupe Oluwalademi “It is a fool that celebrates a plan that has not delivered results.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “Don’t give up on your failure. ‘Try again’ might be what you need to become a world changer.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “When you learn every day and you don’t act upon what you have learned, you are like a farmer plowing every day without sowing seed.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “A problem solver is always a crowd puller.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “A man who dares nothing learns nothing.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “The greatest risk in life is not to take any.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “Courage gives strength to vision, but discouragement stifles the life out of it.” - Modupe Oluwalademi “Attitude is like an epidemic, it is very contagious.” - Modupe Oluwalademi Modupe was only forty-three when he passed away, yet his words provide important clues to the bold spirit of entrepreneurialism. No matter what you are marketing it takes a brash mixture of risk, opportunity and drive to moves you from a person with passive interest to one that is passionate about what you have to offer and the benefits of the product. Modupe also reveals another truth; you will have plenty of detractors in your quest to establish your dream when he writes, “Armchair critics are often champions at nothing.” You may think that the marketing of hope on the streets of Nigeria to be a waste of the entrepreneurial spirit, yet if you are honest you will find reason to move forward with your own dreams when you consider the words of an African Hope Peddler.

Top ten ways to get tons of traffic

Look, its obvious isn't? Without a ton of traffic to your site you aren't going to get any sales or any leads. Over at WebmasterFX, the number one question I receive from my clients is "How do I get more traffic to my site?" I'm about to let you know some easy ways to get visitors flocking to your site starting today. Lets look at some obvious but often overlooked tips: 1. Get a Killer Domain Name. People will never forgeta catchy domain name. Be sure to choose a short and easy to remember domain name that is appropriate to your business and has a nice ring to it. Remember the domain name is your online brand. 2. Upload Fresh and useful content. These days people are banner blind. They want more than ads. Give them information they can't find anywhere else, and give it to them for free. Give them the content they want and need. If you do don't know what it is, Ask them. 3. Get yor site seen by the Search Engines. Search engines bring more than 75% of traffic to most web sites. You can submit your site all day long but the best way to get seen is to get links on quality relevant sites. The search engines will find you within days. You can seek out both one way links from other sites and also reciprocal link exchanges with other webmasters. Just stay away from those nasty link farms! 4. Pay For Top Spots. The quickest way to get website traffic without trying too hard is to pay for it. These advertisements would be posted on prime locations or banners of websites. Banners are cheap and are great for branding, thogh don't expect a ton of click throughs. Popular websites like leading newspapers and search engines would provide immediate recognition and visibility to their customers. If you have the cash, spend it. Many don't or won't. 5. Form a Community. Start a message board, email group, or even a chat forum. Actively participate in these groups by posting answers to other people’s questions. Be visible and always include your signature at the end of your postings. The best thing about these types of sites is that people come back again and again. Check your hosting account to see if you have free forum software included. I bet you do. 6. Start Your Own Mailing List. It is the best way to keep in touch with your prospects and your customers. Build a relationship with your list. Your email list can make your site a success again and again. The best customer is an existing customer. 7. Start an E-Zine for Your Website. An E-zine is an extension of your site, but this will highlight new information and features of your site. People will be reminded of your website as they read each issue. If they find they issue interesting or worth sharing, they can easily and instantly pass this on to the people within their network. Give them a freebie for signing up. 8. Submit Articles. Write your own article just like this one and submit it to e-zines, websites and magazines that accept article submissions. Be sure to include your business and contact information and website address in the resource box. 9. Exchange Ads with other Website. Create ads that will promote your business and website. Submit this to e-zines or other websites in exchange for free ad space in your own electronic publication. Your presence on other sites is very important in getting the increased traffic that you want. This is usually facilitated with either simple links or flashy banners. 10. Always Update Your Website. Your website should always be up and running and full of fresh content. It is to your advantage if you maintain your website with new articles and updated features. If your visitors always find what they want and need, they will definitely be coming back again. Additionally, search engine spiders love a site with changing content! Now go back to the top and read through this list again. You may think you know this information already, but I wonder how many of you have actually taken action on it. Also don't be discouraged if you don't see amazing result straight away. I guarantee working on these strategies a little bit each day will bring some serious traffic in the weeks and months ahead.

Mom are you happy

I’m a new Stay at Home Mom and I’m just miserable. I love my baby, but I miss my career and my co-workers. Going back to work isn’t an option. But, how can I be happy? What can I do? Signed – Miserable in MO Dear Miserable, Making the transition from a busy career woman to a stay at home mom can be quite a struggle, especially if you really enjoyed your job and your co-workers. I’ve been there! Don’t get me wrong. Being a Stay at home mom is a great job. I’ve been an at home mom for several years and I wouldn’t trade being home with my kids for anything. But, it was hard to adjust to the transition from conversing with adults to talking to a drooling diapered dude all day. So, how can you go from struggling stay at home mom to a happy one? Take time for you. Get rid of the guilt. You do not need to play with your baby 10 hours per day, just because you’re home. You can take time to rub some lotion on your feet or read a book. You’re setting a positive example for your little one that Mommy matters, too. And, every time you pick up a magazine or book, you’re also reinforcing the concept that reading is good. (Well, even if that one is an excuse, it’s worked for many years for me.) So, grab a book and relax. As long as you’re keeping baby close by and safe, you’re doing just fine. Spend time on your marriage. You may not always like your partner, but you do love him. Whether you go on a date night or just sit together on the couch at night, show him that he’s special to you. Don’t let the ‘messy house syndrome’ win its battle. Try to do at least one load of laundry daily – and put it away. Load the dishwasher before you go to bed so you can wake up to a clean-ish kitchen every morning. You’ll feel better about your day if you do. Stay healthy. If your health suffers, you can’t take care of your baby. Eat well, drink lots of water, take naps every chance you get, and try to get some fresh air and exercise every day. It’s good for you and your baby. And, as convenient as that drive-through fast food is, keep it to a minimum. That sodium and grease does not help your mental or physical health. Plan lunch dates or grown-up time. Bring your baby to lunch to meet your co-workers. Or, if baby doesn’t handle restaurants very well, then have your friends over during a weekend for a barbeque or card game. You can still have a life. And, of course, if you just can’t break past the blues, or if you feel unsafe around your baby, then get some help. I promise you that you won’t be the first mother to walk into a doctor’s office and break down into tears. It’s hard work being a Mom. And, it’s a heck of an adjustment. Take care of you. Your baby needs a healthy, happy Mommy. Your baby deserves that – and so do you.

The art of fly fishing

What is fly fishing? For most people, fishing is just fishing. Throw some bait on a line, toss it in the water and wait for a nibble, but for fly fishing enthusiasts, it’s so much more. An ancient angling method, fly fishing is a method that was initially developed primarily for catching trout and salmon. Currently, however, it is also used to catch pike, carp, bass and other species. Fly fishing uses an artificial fly as bait, which is tied to a hook with the use of thread, feathers, fur and other similar materials. The idea is to create an illusion that will match a natural vision of food to attract the fish. Fly rods, which are used for fly fishing, are light in weight, but long in their design. The lines, themselves, are somewhat heavy in order to provide the casting weight. The lines may be made to either float or sink and are typically matched to the fly rod according to the weight. The fly itself will be very lightweight and is attached to the line. So, what is the difference between fly fishing and regular fishing? Realistically, it is more than just the bait, right? Right. The main difference in fly fishing and regular casting is that with casting, you use the weight of the bait to throw out the line, while fly fishing uses a weightless bait and a weighted line that directs the actual placement. Fly fishing is commonly done in two different forms, which consists of either dry or wet. Dry flies are coated to sit atop the water’s surface, while wet flies are placed beneath the water’s surface in an attempt to lure fish. Fly fishing rods and accessories can be commonly found at any bait shop, retail store’s fishing department or online specialty store. There are a number of online fly fishing experts that are happy to sell their recommended products. The internet may, in fact, hold the greatest selection of fly fishing gear as customers are granted access to a world of businesses and a haven of products to feed their fly fishing appetite. The art of fly fishing is best enjoyed in the company of friends. A quiet afternoon on the water, enjoying nature and competing for the greatest catch is all apart of the fun related to fly fishing. There are many areas that are accommodating to fly fishing, including the western United States and parts of Canada.

Water filters and water purification system for whole house

: Water is the basic necessity of human beings, as without it you can’t survive for a single day. Being the basic necessity today people have become more aware and alert regarding water, as they know that water is the prime source of many diseases. Due to growing awareness among people water filters too are gaining equal attention. By seeing this sudden awareness many water filter producing companies have joined the bandwagon in providing the best and safe water filters. They are said to be selling like hot cakes in the market as everyone wants to have long and healthy life. If we talk about water filters, they are the device primarily used for providing safe and pure drinking water. Scientifically talking it is the barrier or hurdle which obstructs impurities to mix in the drinking water. It not only cleans the water but also keeps the water nutrients intact. Water filters have become the real rage as now you will not only find water filters in houses but also in offices and even at public places. Water filters are basically used to purify water that can be used for drinking, irrigations, water aquariums and also for swimming pools. These days’ water filters not only cleanse the water but also remove the smell and bad taste from it making it drinkable. They are generally equipped with special filters which never allow bacteria to pass through it irrespective of its size and type. With technology boom big water filters are significantly replaced by portable water filters. They are as handy as they can be simply attached with the running water tap which makes you get instant germ free water. Despite having various added features they are still easy to install and operate. For operating water filters you don’t require any technical know how as they are fully automatic and can be easily operated. But always makes sure that the cartridge or filter paper is frequently replaced with the new one as it has got its own life. Being the backbone of water filter, cartridge should be properly handled and periodically changed. Currently counter water filters are becoming real trend as they cover less space after installation and also perform the complete transparent water filtering operation. But countertop water filters are too equally effective as they perform a more scientific modus operandi for water filtration. So if you want to live a healthy and germ free life then you must install best water filter in town as healthy and pure drinking is the doorway to happy living. For more information on water filters, please visit quality-water-filters.

Car loan calculators

There are many car loan calculators available to allow you to determine your monthly payment or even your car purchase price. 'Buy or lease' car loan calculators are also available. Such calculators are capable of comparing amounts, and will let you see which is the better value for you. One limitation of a car loan calculator is that it is not a quote. This is because your actual repayments may change based on your individual circumstances. The features of a car loan calculator are generally similar. Most car loan calculators allow you to put in the amount of money you would like to loan. Afterwards, you can select how many months you would like to pay it back. Finally, you can click the car loan calculator button and see how it works out how much you will end up paying the finance company. This would, of course, depend on how many months you choose and what their annual percentage rate (APR) is. A car loan calculator can be offered free on the internet as an Excel Spreadsheet Download Area. It is ready to use. All of them have several loan scenarios on one 8x10 printout, allowing you to make quick decisions about your car loan. You can also find car loan calculators online at E-LOAN and Capital One Auto Finance. If you have a PocketPC type PDA, you can download a version of some car loan calculator for PDA. You can use the spreadsheets to compare online auto loan rates to the car dealer auto loan rates. New car financing has never been easier for you. Here are some general kinds of car loan calculators and see which works best for your car loan needs. Free Car Loan Calculator - There are tons of free car loan calculators around, especially on the internet. Remember most of the calculators are just to work out what your ideal monthly payments should be and are NOT a quote. There are free car loan calculator links all over the net. New Car Loan Calculator - New car loan calculators help you work out your ideal monthly payments. A lot of new car loan calculators can be used for a variety of uses like used car loans. With this calculator, you can usually enter your own interest rate for your loan. Online Auto Loan Calculator - There's quite a lot of online car loan calculators out there that you can use and you'll find links to online auto loan calculators that can hopefully help you find the best deal. Why are car loan calculators useful? You'll need to calculate your car loan payments and look up dealer costs for cars and trucks. Without the knowledge you have derived from using a car loan calculator, you could miss out on a good deal. Bank and finance companies could take advantage of your lack of research. As you try to arrive at how much car you can afford with car loan calculators, don't think in terms of the monthly payment or just of the total price of the car. The monthly payment, as we've seen, can be manipulated just as easily and both approaches leave out other costs associated with the car, such as insurance, fuel and maintenance. To truly understand if you can afford a car, you must take all these factors into consideration. There are 'how much car can you afford?' calculators which will help you arrive at a close approximation. They work in the same way as car loan calculators. There's still more to do before you actually start shopping for a car of your own. Decide whether you should buy a brand new or a pre-owned vehicle and whether you would be better off buying or leasing. There are pros and cons to both questions. Either way, car loan calculators can speed up your decision.

Keeping active pets healthy during the warm weather

Getting back to nature may not always be the best thing for pets. In fact, medical claims data shows that as pets spend more time outside in warm weather, they are more likely to be injured, suffer from heat stroke or be affected by a number of other ailments. Of course, that doesn't mean pets need to be kept on a short leash just because it's nice out. Pet owners just need to take some precautions. "Pets are treated more frequently in the warm months due to their increased exposure to the outdoors. Warm weather exposes pets to more insects, higher temperatures and bodies of water, such as swimming pools, lakes and oceans," says Dr. Carol McConnell, director of veterinary education and services for Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. (VPI). "High temperatures can lead to sunburn and heatstroke. Exposure to swimming pools can lead to ear infections or-worse-case scenario-a pet accidentally falling into a pool and drowning." Dr. McConnell says her company sees a significant spike in veterinary claims during the warmer months. In February of 2005, for instance, her company paid on 12 claims that involved a pet stepping on an object such as glass and injuring its paw. That number jumped to 76 claims in June and 87 in July. Some of these injuries most likely required surgery, which averages about $574 for canines and $337 for cats. Dr. McConnell suggests offsetting those costs by keeping a watchful eye on your pet and by purchasing pet insurance. "Protecting your dog or cat with a pet health insurance policy is not only a smart decision prior to warm weather months, but all year round," she explains. Her company's insurance plans cover dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets for thousands of medical problems and costly procedures relating to accidents, illness or injury. Optional Vaccination & Routine Care Coverage is available as well. The following facts from Dr. McConnell explain some of the most common warm weather injuries to pets: • Foreign Bodies-Foxtails, a type of grass with sharp points, are common in dry, warm months. The sharp points often become embedded into pet paws, ears, eyes or noses. As a penetrating foreign body, the foxtail inevitably causes an infection. • Stings/Bites-Insects and spiders of all shapes and sizes come out of their hiding places in the warm weather months. Mosquitoes congregate near pools of water. Dr. McConnell recommends ridding your yard of even the shallowest pools of water (including the toddler's pool) so mosquitoes don't breed. Additionally, pet owners should keep their pets away from bees, wasps and woodpiles that may harbor spiders. • Heatstroke-Dr. McConnell recommends keeping pets indoors as much as possible during the warmest hours of the day (usually 10 a. m. to 4 p. m.). Never leave your pet in the car unattended. • Burns-Hot sidewalks can be downright painful for pets and could account for the rise in claims for burns, says Dr. McConnell. In addition to burns on the paws, sunburns are more common in hot months, especially on body areas not protected by fur or dark skin. • Ear Infections-These are frequently caused by water getting trapped in a dog's ear after swimming or bathing. If your pet is involved in water activities, speak to your veterinarian regarding specific ear-cleaning products that will help dry the ear canal after water exposure to prevent recurring ear infections. • Near Drownings-Although relatively rare, cases of near drownings do increase in warm weather summer months. If this happens, be sure to keep the pet warm, and dry thoroughly with towels. Then, take the pet to the veterinarian immediately.