He was a thief, a pickpocket, a Tammany Hall politician, and finally, a murderer. However, William J. Sharkey was best known for his daring escape from death row, in New York City’s Tombs Prison. Sharkey was born in New York City in 1845, into a wealthy family residing in the Ninth Ward in Manhattan. Despite…
Increased sexual energy through the Law of "Opposition" With Autofellatio and Autocunnilingus
Autofellatio and Autocunnilingus are forms of oral sex that allow a person to sexually stimulate their own genitals with their own mouth. Ancient history has left us many clues that such acts were part of cultures around the world. It also appears that such acts were more common than they are today. Especially with cultures…
Austin Bat Festival
Austin’s amazing population of 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats is one of the most unique aspects of a city that is already exceptionally unique. Austin’s love affair with these charming little bug-eaters is epic, and is celebrated every year with a bat-tastic festival held right on the Congress Street Bridge while honorees sleep below. Bat…
Back to boring banking
These days it seems bank is a four letter word and the bankers who get bonuses are bad, as bad as any comic book villain. All the fuss about banks passing the government’s “stress test” makes the average American want to say, “Who cares?” Well, unfortunately we all have a stake these days in how…
A dive shop is a must for all divers
A dive shop will offer you everything you need for your diving needs both for sale and for rent. You should know that everyone who shows up at a dive shop to rent equipment or book a chartered dive will be asked to show their dive certificate cards. If you’re looking for just about any…
Baltimore Ravens Perspective
It’s been several years since the Baltimore Ravens brought home the Super Bowl XXXV Championship, and for Baltimore fans, that’s too long. The team had a breakout year in 2006 with a 13-3 record, but floundered in 2007 with a 5-11 season record and one playoff miss. In season 13, the Ravens hope to improve…
Can you guess the names of these 12 unique fruits and vegetables from Colombia?
Unique Fruits and Vegetables from Colombia Do you consider yourself a seasoned South American traveler? Here’s a quick little test for you. Read the description, then try to guess the name of the fruit or vegetable described. You can check your answers later in the article. Can you guess the names of these strange foods?…
advance directive warning
approx. 1:30 a.m. Saturday morning, December 18, 2010 “I think I need help!” Mom is standing outside my bedroom door, gasping and writing in pain. She says that she waited an hour before waking me up. (Background: When I got in last night, Mom told me that she sometimes gets “uncomfortable” at night. Knowing that…
How to become an innovative thinker
Time to stir the pot, so to speak. While other companies and perhaps some of the competing VARs are panicking or sitting around waiting for something positive to happen to the economy, it’s time for you to step up. And I mean step up. No more using marketing tactics in the tried and true ways….
2. Mortgage Loans – Extra Cash, Extra Risk?
A second home loan allows the homeowner to access the equity in their home. It is the appraised value of the property minus the amount of the first mortgage. Traditionally, second mortgage loans were used to finance improvements. Homeowners can remodel the kitchen, add a deck, or finish the foundation to provide a family room…