Why are you going to have a dog? The rewards of dog ownership are real but hard to define. It can be for company, for exercise, to reduce stress, for security, or for many other reasons. It’s a bit like having a two-year-old who never grows up, and if you don’t like children you might…
Business Brochure Writing: What Is “Pitch” and Why It Matters
The “tone” of a written piece, such as your brochure, can best be defined as the “feel” or “emotional effect” that this piece has. Many things make up the “tone”. The words you use in the brochure about him. The length of his sentences. The colors you wear. The fountain. The score. The type of…
It’s showtime for the Amazon Echo
Have you heard an echo lately? Amazon continues to expand its line of Echo products. The company that introduced us to Alexa now has more devices to listen to music, get news and information, and control your smart home, all simply by using your voice. First came the cylinder like Echo. It was followed by…
Motorsports on TV: Formula One and Indycar
The global reach of television has given motorsports enthusiasts the opportunity to watch both traditional European-based Formula One competition and the long-popular Indy series in the US. Formula One racing has always have taken place on tracks that include most of the features of ordinary motor roads, especially hairpin turns and moderate inclines, while Indy…
How does your Japanese compare?
Which is better, your English or your Japanese? As you know, you make comparisons all the time. To get around Japan faster, you might want to ask, “Which is faster, the bus or the train?” On the other hand, you might ask, “which is better, sushi or tempura?” There are all kinds of comparisons to…
Animation South West – Pushed Ltd
Animation South West – Pushed Ltd Pushed are an animation studio and video production company based in Plymouth, Devon, South West England. We have a talented team of RTS award-winning animators, filmmakers and designers. With decades of experience behind us, we are true experts at bringing projects to life, on all types of screen and…
Driving in the United States – Traffic Rules
If this is your first time in the United States and you plan to rent a car during your visit, there are several rules of the road that you should be aware of. Please note that the penalties for disobedience can be severe. Familiarize yourself with the controls of the rental car. If you are…
Excellent Stock Market Guidelines for a Successful Portfolio
Investing can sometimes seem like a difficult thing to do. Many people want to see their money grow, but they don’t know where to start. The stock market is a good place to invest your money, so if you want to learn more about how you can earn a reasonable income through the stock market,…
Handcrafted Showers – The Options and Possibilities Are Limitless
You’re ready for a new bathroom, and if you’re like most people, your new bathroom will include the removal of a whirlpool tub or an increase in shower size. In remodeling, the shower has become the number one most requested item in the bathroom. Gone are the days of meeting code with a 30 x…
Lawn cost versus seed cost: which is more affordable?
It’s a good question and one you need an answer to in order to plan your new lawn. So you want to know what the cost of the lawn is compared to the cost of the seed. That’s putting the cart before the horse, what you really need to know is… can your lawn be…