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The Sunshine Monthly Newsletter
April 2008 Vol. III Issue 4




In this Issue:


  1. This Month's Myspace Related Article
    Web 2.0? Or Is It More Like Web 16.0?
     by: Stone Julian
  2. Free Hotel Rooms Coupon
  3. Sperti Riviera Tanning Lamp Information
  4. The Ins And Outs Of Elvis Presley's Relationships
    By: Shlomo Tommer
  5. Elvis Poster
  6. A Sexy Suntan
    Submitted
    By: Barney Garcia
  7. Norvell Spray Tan in a Can Information
  8. The Benefits of Online Tax Filing  
    By: Wade Robin
  9. B and W Repair and Return Information
  10. 16 Funny Quotes to Celebrate Mother's Day
    By Noel Jameson
  11. 08 Graduation Antenna Ball
  12. How To Find Cheap Airfare Tickets
    By: Benjamin Ehinger
  13. Click Bank e-Products
  14. Taking care of your tanning bed
    By: Sas Chris
  15. Solar Storm Home Tanning Bed Information
  16. Credit For Your Kindness: Car Donations
    By Michael Trusthold
  17. Visit Our Fun Pages
  18. A Sure Cure for Mood Swings
    By Kathy Moran
  19. Winterbright SAD Lamp
  20. How A Light Bulb Works and Other Interesting Tidbits
    By Antigone Arthur
  21. Over 300,000 Posters and Prints
  22. Organizing Paperwork for Your Bookkeeper
    By Janet Barclay & Jenn Kubilis
  23. Signup To Receive Sunshine Monthly via e-mail FREE
  24. Click Here To See the Previous Issue.




Free Hotel Room Coupon

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Sperti Riviera Tanning Lamp

Professional Tanning At Home Riviera Sunlamp

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  • Optional floor stand may be purchased separately for even greater convenience.

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The Ins And Outs Of Elvis Presley's Relationships
By: Shlomo Tommer

Intimate relationships are the arena in which Elvis Presley plumbs the depths of which he is capable. He could fall intensely and fanatically in love and be obsessive, extraordinarily jealous, or deeply involved with partners who are. Presley will experience both heaven and hell in his closest relationships. There is undoubtedly a peculiarly karmic, fated quality to these relationships which, though difficult, will teach Elvis Presley things about himself and about love that he could learn in no other way. Often Elvis Presley will enter relationships which he knows rationally will be very difficult but, which he nevertheless cannot resist. However, Elvis needs not berate himself for these bad choices but rather learn what he can from them.

His love feelings are easily aroused and his romantic relationships begin with a sudden electric attraction, but they often end abruptly, and Presley may have been in and out of love relationships for his entier life. Elvis Presley craves emotional excitement and he needs to feel spontaneous and free, so he may avoid making firm personal commitments. Unusual or nontraditional forms of love and relationships appeal to Presley, and he is attracted to unique, creative, or unstable people. Also, being tremendously romantic make Elvis often fall in love with love.

Elvis Presley often makes decisions solely for emotional or personal reasons, because something feels right or because he has always done it a certain way and he is uncomfortable changing it. Even when he thinks that he is being rational, his prejudices, intuitions, and feelings influence his thoughts a great deal.

He is a gentle, poetic soul and has a great love and affinity for music. Because many of his feelings are nebulous and vague and he cannot easily verbalize how he experiences life, music seems a natural language for him.

For Elvis, caring and affection must be expressed tangibly, and he loves giving and receiving gifts. Elvis values luxury, comfort, and elegance very highly and appreciates beautiful things. He can be self-indulgent and extravagant. Being overly possessive of people he loves and of his belongings is something Elvis Presley needs to beware of.

Often serious and emotionally reserved, Elvis withdraws from people altogether. At times, even when Elvis Presley is with people, he feels lonely or isolated. Learning to appreciate his own company and to find satisfying solitary activities is essential to Elvis' emotional well-being. He may also be attracted to persons older than him, someone who is emotionally mature and reliable and who can provide the security Elvis desires.

Tenderhearted and sympathetic to an unusual degree, Elvis Presley has an understanding of other people's feelings and needs which borders on being telepathic. He has also good psychological insight into others. Elvis Presley is extremely compassionate and cannot bear to see any fellow creature, be it human or animal, suffer. Because of his kindness, people in pain or confusion are drawn to Presley for help, which he readily gives, but sometimes Presley's soft-heartedness is taken advantage of. Elvis is comfortable talking about feelings and personal subjects, and sharing confidences, which enables others to express their own inner feelings with him as well.

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Article can be reprinted with copyright addressed to Shlomo Tommer, partner with Top Synergy Relationships Group, and editor of Elvis Presley's Astro Profile.

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Elvis Presley Poster
"As His Mother Saw Him" by Frank Szasz

Elvis Presley Poster 'As His Mother Saw Him' by Frank Szasz

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This beautiful large size poster will soon become the center of your Elvis collection. Why? Because Elvis became the King through his love for his Mother. Unlike the advertising posters, this poster is a rare and true view of the reality of the King himself.

The Painter is Artist Frank V. Szasz (1926 - 1995.)
1982 Copyright number is VAu 36-978.

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A Sexy Suntan
Submitted
By: Barney Garcia

When I was a teenager, many moons ago, I spent countless hours stretched out in my bikini at high noon trying to tan my body so I would look better to the opposite sex. I can remember slathering on a homemade tanning oil made of baby oil and iodine (for it’s brown color) as we didn’t have access to commercial preparations.

I don’t really know where the idea of being tanned became synonymous with being sexy but I would guess it came from the movies. We had no idea that the sun’s rays could cause skin cancer, so we were lucky the tanning season was short, as was our overall exposure.

Today, with the advent of tanning salons, you can tan all year around and a lot of people do. Most people are aware of the dangers from tanning salons but bury their heads in the sand and take a “That only happens to other people” attitude.

When you are young you think you are going to live forever and decide you will worry about it later.

There are alternative, safer ways to tan today. We have all kinds of self-tanners on the market and even though they can smell funny and if you’re not careful, leave you streaky, they are safe. You must wear a sunscreen though, because even if you look tanned, you can still burn. There are also tanning booths available for spray tanning which is quick, but expensive. You stand in the booth while being sprayed with the tanning solution and come out looking like you’ve just spent a week in Hawaii. The only drawback to this is it doesn’t last long and must be reapplied regularly to maintain the tan. This can add up very quickly, in terms of dollars.

All this being said, it is important to get some exposure to the sun’s rays for health reasons. The body makes vitamin D from the sun and this vitamin has been shown to prevent some cancers as well as being needed for bone health. The important thing to remember is to limit your sun’s exposure between the hours of ten and two o’clock and if you are out then use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least fifteen. It is necessary to get some sun exposure without a sunscreen so the body can make vitamin D. Exposure to bright light has been shown to prevent depression in some people. So get some sun, but to be on the safe side, use moderation.

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Norvell Ambersun Sunless Spray Can

Norvell Ambersun Sunless Spray Can

Great sunless solution in a spray for all skin types from fair to dark Self adjusting sunless spray to build a natural looking long lasting tan Nourishing solution w supple moisturizers, vitamins and antioxidants for skin health For all skin tones, fair to dark.

  • First shake can well then apply to the body part that you want to tan.
  • Aim the nozzle 6-8 inches away and spray in a constant sweeping motion.
  • After every few strokes re-shake the can to keep the pressure built up. This will allow for micro droplets to be sprayed evenly from the can.
  • Work one body section at a time until you have applied in all areas.
  • Next put the can down and rub in section with hands. (Gloves are recommended or use DHA stop to wash hands after application)
  • Apply product lightly the first day for light skin tones and apply another light spray the second day for best DHA color results.
  • Darker skin tones can also achieve a better result by spraying with a 2-day process but also can apply a bit heavier.
  • Cans: Application only: Spray each part of the body in sections and every few strokes shake the can to get best micro-misting performance.
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The Benefits of Online Tax Filing  
By: Wade Robin

Each year, the benefits of online tax filing get better and better. For example, in 2007, the IRS has set up 'Free File'. This program allows individuals who make less than $52,000 a year to file their taxes online free. In other instances, the price of filing online is as low as $19.95.

Other than the price of online tax filing, you’ll find that filing your taxes on your own is much easier with e File. You’ll simply have to gather your W2s, 1099s and other documents and you’re ready to go. Usually, you’ll be using tax filing software or web-based programs online. These programs will walk you through the steps, including the forms you will use, like the 1040A or 1040EZ. And if you need help, all you have to do is click a button. Even individuals who have never filed taxes before can quickly fill in the blanks with the step-by-step instructions given.

If you prefer to file your taxes with an accountant or tax specialist, e File will come in handy when it comes to receiving withholdings or paying taxes that are due. To use e File, just tell your tax professional that you’d like to e file your taxes this year. When you file your taxes online, you have the choice of receiving your refund by direct deposit. Simply fill in your routing number and checking account number when asked. The best part is that your money will arrive in about half the time it normally takes. Plus, you can skip the line at the bank!

What You Need to File Your Taxes Online:

If you decide to file your taxes via your home computer, you’ll need internet access, your social security number, W2s and 1099s and documents for your deductions. You should also have last years Adjusted Gross Income ready as a security check. Finally, visit the IRS website for a list of sites that offer online tax filing for little or no charge. Once you choose the right place, just fill in the blanks and select 'e File' when asked. If you choose to receive your refund by direct deposit, have a personal check ready so you can type in your routing and account numbers.

If you choose to have your taxes filed by a tax preparer, bring in all the necessary documents such as your W2s, 1099s, receipts, checking account information (for direct deposit) and last years tax paperwork. Your tax professional will do the rest. Just remind him or her that you’d like to e File.

Advantages Of Online Tax Filing:

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B and W Brake, Inc. Repair and Return Service

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When you are dealing with a unique disc brake caliper on your vehicle, your local auto parts store may well not stock your disc brake caliper throwing you into a special order situation.

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16 Funny Quotes to Celebrate Mother's Day
By Noel Jameson

Moms definitely have their humorous moments and these 16 funny quotes are testimony to the laughs that mothers often enjoy (and sometimes endure). This Mother's Day, share these funny quotes with your mom and enjoy a moment of shared love and laughter.

1. "Mothers of teenagers know why animals eat their young." ~ Author Unknown

2. "Mothers are all slightly insane." ~ J.D. Salinger

3. "I want my children to have all the things I couldn't afford. Then I want to move in with them." ~ Phyllis Diller

4. "There is only one pretty child in the world, and every mother has it." ~ Chinese Proverb

5. "It takes a woman twenty years to make a man of her son, and another woman twenty minutes to make a fool of him." ~ Helen Rowland

6. "The most remarkable thing about my mother is that for thirty years she served the family nothing but leftovers. The original meal has never been found." ~ Calvin Trillin

7. "A suburban mother's role is to deliver children obstetrically once, and by car for ever after." ~ Peter De Vries

8. "It would seem that something which means poverty, disorder and violence every single day should be avoided entirely, but the desire to beget children is a natural urge." ~ Phyllis Diller

9. "All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does. That's his." ~ Oscar Wilde

10. "A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie." ~ Tenneva Jordan

11. "You don't really understand human nature unless you know why a child on a merry-go-round will wave at his parents every time around - and why his parents will always wave back." ~William D. Tammeus.

12. "Working mothers are guinea pigs in a scientific experiment to show that sleep is not necessary to human life." ~ Author Unknown

13. "Any mother could perform the jobs of several air-traffic controllers with ease." ~ LisaAlther

14. "My mother had to send me to the movies with my birth certificate, so that I wouldn't have to pay the extra fifty cents that the adults had to pay." ~ KareemAbdul-Jabbar

15. "My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it." ~ Mark Twain

16. "My mother's menu consisted of two choices: Take it or leave it." ~ Buddy Hackett

Yes, children often give their mothers something to laugh about. Hopefully it makes up for the things their children will inevitably do to make them cry. This year celebrate the humorous side of Mother's Day with a few good laughs and share these funny quotes with your mom.


For more funny quotes, check out the popular funny quotes section of Famous-Quotes-And-Quotations.com, a website that specializes in 'Top 10' lists of quotations in dozens of categories.
 




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08 Graduation Antenna Ball

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Trying to find a considerate and affordable graduation gift can be very frustrating. If you have several graduates to buy for, it just gets harder and more expensive.

Why is the 08 Graduation Antenna Ball labeled as being "considerate?"

  1. It first acknowledges the graduation year as being 2008 - which your graduate is already proud of.
  2. Secondly, when placed upon your graduate's antenna - you help your graduate tell the world how proud you are of their graduation accomplishment.
  3. In crowded school or shopping parking lots - this little antenna ball becomes a beacon to help your graduate find their vehicle quickly and easily.
  4. The 08 granduation antenna ball definitely decorates your graduate's vehicle and does so with no harm to the paint and none of those view blocking window signs that cause wrecks. Indeed, here - less is more.
  5. After graduation - the 08 antenna ball will become a treasured keepsake.

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How To Find Cheap Airfare Tickets
By: Benjamin Ehinger

Do you need to find cheap airfare tickets? Would you like to pay less for your airfare tickets? There are some secrets that will help you in your search for cheap airfare tickets.

The first secret to cheap airfare is pretty simple. You need to know the right days of the week to fly and the right ones not to fly. The days of the week that are best to fly are usually Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Now this is not always true so you need to make sure to check the rates on each day of the week. You should also know that if you are flexible with the day and the time that you fly, then you will have a better chance at getting a lower price on your airline tickets.

The second secret that you need to know is to use different booking websites to do your search. You never know who might have the cheapest airfare and there are some airlines that do not sell their tickets on the larger sites like Expedia and Priceline. These airlines can be very beneficial to you because they offer an alternative. You should also consider doing a search on Google in different countries if you are planning to fly oversees.

There are other ways to travel for very cheap if you have the time and flexibility. You can fly standby, which is very cheap, but you must be flexible in order to do so. You can also avoid direct flights in order to save money and make sure you are flying to and from the right airports by checking all of them in the area that you are flying to. You can also combine your hotel, car rental, and airline tickets together in order to save even more money.

There is also something to be said to flying to certain destination in the off season or at least waiting till the peak season is over. This would be like going to Florida in the summer time or early fall and avoiding Florida during spring break time.

You are now armed with some secrets that will allow you to find cheap airfare tickets faster and easier. Make sure to check all the major sites and the minor flight sites. There are plenty of airlines out there and as long as you fly out on the right day of the week and fly back on the right day of the week you can save yourself a bundle on your airline tickets. Also, don't forget to combine all your travel needs into one package to save more money on your trip.

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Taking care of your tanning bed
By Sas Chris

All of us want our tanning beds to last as long as possible. This is why some people buy tanning beds that are touted to be durable. But tanning beds do last long and its lifespan can even be longer if the owners take good care of them.

Here are some hints and tips to expand your tanning beds life. After each and every session, you need to do two things, "examine" and "clean". You need to inspect the click strip and make sure that it is attached firmly. You also need to inspect the facial glass (if you're tanning beds got one) and make sure that it has no cracks, scratches or any other "blemishes". Then, you need to clean all the important areas like the bench and canopy acrylics. Use only the right kind of cleaning liquid, no alcohol or bleach should be used. It is also important to use soft non-abrasive cloth only and don't forget to clean the tanning bed pillow. When tanning make sure you're not using outdoor or oil-based tanning lotions because that will cause damage to the acrylic. Lastly, you must clean and sanitize the goggles for your own safety.

You should do the same thing to your tanning bed every time even if its not used much, and especially if there are many users using the bed. You must inspect the acrylics for cracks, wear, or hazing. Then, you clean the pillow, the bench, and the canopy acrylics. You must also clean and sanitize goggles and the bed exterior every day that the bed has been used. Again, use only the approved cleaning solution and supplies. Once a week, aside from inspecting and cleaning, you must do more things to make sure that your tanning bed is and stays in top condition. The lamps must be dusted without using your bare hands.

Then you must remove and clean the inside of the bench and canopy acrylic sheets. You must wipe and vacuum the fans, vents and the vent hoses. Have a look and see if the shock tension needs to be adjusted. If it does, then just adjust it to the right tension. You also need to check the set bolts if these are still tight. And check the power cord and the bench-to-canopy connectors if these are also snug with no wear and tear.

The bench and canopy acrylics should also be checked monthly and the reflectors should be cleaned using the appropriate cleaning solution. Inspect the vent hoses for optimum ventilation and do the necessary adjustments if needed. For sufficient ventilation, make sure that the bed is at least six inches away from the wall or any freestanding items finally check the voltage being supplied to the bed. It should conform to the ones stated in the manufacturer's guidelines. If you need to replace a lamp, choose replacements that meet the frequency recommendations. When you do all these things with your tanning bed, then you are assured that the quality of your tanning bed will last longer and it will cost you much less to maintain, so it really is worth your while.

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Credit For Your Kindness: Car Donations
By Michael Trusthold

Donating a used vehicle can be a great way to support your favorite charity. The charity will certainly thank you, and the government will, as well. Your generosity can be recognized with a special tax deduction, but certain requirements can apply when realizing this type of tax break.

Policies regarding vehicle donations are not as straightforward as with other types of charitable contributions. The tax relief you can receive depends not only on the claimed value of your donation, but also on the way the charity uses the vehicle. For this reason, you may not know what your full tax deduction will be at the time that you make your donation.

As of 2005, there have been changes to the statutes for tax deduction for vehicles donated to charitable trusts. If the stated value of the donated vehicle is more than $500, and if such vehicle is put up for sale by the charitable trust, then the taxpayer is limited to the gross profits from the transaction.

If you've made this type of donation and would like to take advantage of the tax break, keep these points in mind:

Itemize Your Deductions

You must itemize your deductions in order to take full advantage of tax relief available to you. If you are claiming standard education, you will not benefit from this clause.

Claiming Fair Market Value

When making your claim, deduct the fair market value of the vehicle. This amount takes into consideration the condition of the donated vehicle. You may not claim the full value of the car.

Estimating Fair Market Value

When determining the value of your car, there are various factors to consider. You can use an up-to-date used car guide for fairly precise instructions to evaluate your vehicle's value. Some adjustments may be needed to reflect the accessories, mileage and other indicators of the general condition of the vehicle.

Verify the Eligibility of the Organization

In order for you to receive the benefit, the charitable trust must qualify with the tax department. Check a copy of Publication 78, available online and at public libraries, for a list of eligible charities.

Filing a Charitable Contribution Deduction

When claiming a tax deduction for your vehicle donation, it is essential to keep good records. Be sure to keep and record all receipts and forms related to the car donation, and its fair market value.

Taxpayers in the United States who have donated a vehicle to charity can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to find out if the contribution is tax deductible. If you are afraid that someone has taken your contribution for deceitful purposes, you can speak with an appropriate state charity official at the state Attorney General's office.

Donating a spare vehicle is a very generous way to benefit your favorite registered charity. The organization will thank you, and the taxman will, too.

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Visit Our Fun Pages

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When they told us some Myspace folks were dropping in, we knew we had best provide some entertainment for our Myspace visitors. So, each month we post an article about Myspace to better inform our visitors, and we have some fun things to do as well.

While Myspace was originally about getting the word out to fans about celebrity and band gigs, Myspace has expanded into many other areas now. One thing that drives many Myspace folks is seeing how many friends they can gather. If that is your goal, give our train a day plan a try. Thanks.

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A Sure Cure for Mood Swings
By Kathy Moran

Much has been written about the many ways in which our moods and our health - physical and mental - can be affected by the seasons.

We've always heard that getting too much sun can be harmful. Lately, however, there has been speculation that getting too little is just as bad. Now, we don't know whether or not to wear sunscreen, how much to put on, or what number we should look for on the label.

It has also been said that the sun affects our emotions, and that the limited amount of it in winter causes depression and mood swings. It's hard to know how to fix this problem, because a lot of the information we get is contradictory and confusing.

Everywhere you look, you'll find advice on how to overcome this seasonal disorder, from exposing yourself to a sunlamp for a few hours a day, to taking a vacation in a tropical paradise. Some so-called experts even suggest that this condition is all in your head.

While this article is not intended - even remotely - to offer any medical or psychological advice, there is one trick that people everywhere have always used, in order to jar themselves out of the winter doldrums.

You can try it right now, because it's simple - and it's all in your head. Yes, even in the dead of winter, when the skies are gray and foreboding, and the ground is white and frozen, fantasizing about, and planning for, summer can give your mood a big boost.

One of the most common - and the most calming - scenarios is to imagine yourself on a beautiful, sunny day, relaxing on your porch swing in your gazebo. There you are, blissfully swaying back and forth, with the breeze blowing through your hair, and the heavenly scents of the flowers in your garden wafting away on the wind, taking your cares along with them.

If you happen to be reading this in the dark days of winter, this summer dream may have you looking out of your window at a snow-covered gazebo, longing for spring. If your gazebo is unfurnished, it may have you longing for a swing. If that's the case, all you have to do is to go to GazeboCreations.com, and choose from their 51 spectacular styles of porch swings, any one of which will make your gazebo the hottest - and the coolest - spot in your backyard.

Besides their classic, decay-resistant wood swings, made from Western Red and Northern White Cedar, pressure treated pine, oak, and cherry, GazeboCreations.com has polywood and synthetic wicker swings that are nearly indestructible. In fact, you'll find everything you need to furnish your gazebo, including garden benches, dining sets, furniture groups, gliders, chairs, and lounges, as well as accessories, such as cushions, swing stands, ottomans, and accent tables.

If you don't have a gazebo yet, don't worry, because fantasizing about one is the first step toward owning one - and a trip to GazeboCreations.com is like a mini vacation in itself. Visit today, and choose one of their stunning gazebo packages, or have fun using the Gazebo Wizard to customize your own, in 5 easy steps.

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Winterbright SAD Lamp by Techbrite

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Winterbright's Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Light Theraby Box

Benefits To You:

  • Elevate Mood Levels
  • Ease Seasonal Affective Disorder Symptoms
  • Enjoy Sunlight Indoors
  • Increase Energy
  • 10,000 lux
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  • The WinterBright has 85 CRIs (Color Rendering Index)
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How A Light Bulb Works and Other Interesting Tidbits
By Antigone Arthur

Light Bulb Science

Ever wonder how a light bulb works? I mean it seems easy, you flick a switch and "bam" there is light! While not much more complicated than that, there is a little science involved.

To understand how a light works you need to understand certain terms including voltage, watt and amperage. The energy a light bulb produces is called the voltage of the light bulb. Amperage is the energy a bulb uses to produce light. Watts is the electrical flow or energy produced by a light bulb. This tells you how much electrical energy flows through your light bulb within any given second.

In simple terms voltage refers to how strong the force of electricity is that flows through a bulb. Current tells you how fast electricity flows and resistance tells you how much space a current has to pass through. All of these factors impact your light bulbs performance.

When you flip a light switch, a current of electricity passes through your light bulb. The filament in the light bulb then heats up, eventually producing a glow or the "light" we are used to seeing. Believe it or not, most light bulbs are more adept at producing heat than they are at producing light. Traditional incandescent bulbs waste far more energy than other sources of light simply because a light bulb produces so much heat. That is of course unless you use your light bulbs to heat a room!

Now, most people go for cheap light bulbs. Why not? Cheap incandescent bulbs produce a sufficient amount of light and come in various shapes and styles.

You may find however, with a little experimentation your needs are best met with another bulb.

Let's look at some lighting preferences to decide what bulb may work best for you.

High Quality Light

If you want lots of high quality, natural looking light surrounding you there is no doubt about it... full spectrum light bulbs are the best choice for you. Full spectrum light bulbs provide bright lighting. The "white light" or natural light they produce is equal in intensity to outdoor daylight. Full spectrum bulbs are a good choice for anyone looking for a pick-me-up. These bulbs provide a full array of the ultraviolet spectrum.

Economical and Long Lasting

Halogen light bulbs are a good choice for someone willing to pay a little extra to get a high quality bulb in the long run. Halogen bulbs provide more light than a traditional light bulb. They also last much longer. You can use them indoors or outdoors. They do get hot however, so keep this in mind when buying.

Soft and Energy Efficient Light

If you want soft, energy efficient light you may consider compact fluorescent light bulbs. Compact bulbs produce light that is similar to incandescent bulbs, only softer. These light bulbs also use far less electricity than standard light bulbs and last much longer. Because of this they are a good value. You can use compact bulbs in almost any ordinary lamp. Most cost the same as traditional bulbs, so you save money in the long run. Most compact bulbs last up to 10,000 hours. That's several year's value in a light bulb.

Specialty Needs

Of course, if you have specialty lighting needs there are various bulbs to choose from. Projector light bulbs luminate your projector if you have a projector for personal or business use. Tanning light bulbs, much like full spectrum light bulbs, provide a high intensity light. Tanning bulbs mainly emit ultraviolet A and B light to help tan the skin.

Need a bulb for your automobile? Chances are you need an automotive LED bulb. No problem. Chances are the light in your car signals won't go out for a long time. If you want a light bulb that won't go out, the LED bulb is the best choice for you.

Now you know what types of bulbs are available and how a light bulb works. Always remember there is a light bulb out there for any lighting need! Happy lighting!

About The Author:
Antigone Arthur is a successful freelance writer with 10 years of professional experience providing consumers with informative articles on such topics as automotive led bulbs, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and tanning bed bulbs.

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Organizing Paperwork for Your Bookkeeper
By Janet Barclay & Jenn Kubilis

When starting out, it's not uncommon to personally handle all the work involved with running your business, but if all goes well, you'll reach a point where it makes more sense to pay someone else to perform some of the administrative functions, so you can devote more time to serving customers and generating more income. In many cases, bookkeeping is the one of the first tasks to be delegated.

Unless you've been well trained, a qualified bookkeeper will be able to process your paperwork more efficiently than you and make sure that all income and expenses are recorded appropriately for income tax purposes. Keep in mind, however, that for your bookkeeper to do his or her job accurately, it's up to you to provide all required information. Since you are likely paying for the service by the hour, it is also in your best interest to make sure that your paperwork is organized in a way that your bookkeeper doesn't have to spend a lot of time going through it all to figure out what everything is.

There are several things you can do to ensure that your bookkeeping is completed accurately and efficiently.

1. Keep your paperwork organized throughout the year - don't throw it all in a box until tax time. If a question arises about a purchase you made 10 months ago, will you be able to answer it?

2. Separate paperwork for income, expenses, and other transactions - or ask your bookkeeper what he or she prefers.

3. When you receive a receipt, make sure that the date is clearly marked. If it isn't, write it on the receipt while it's fresh in your mind.

4. Similarly, make sure that the items you purchase are identified on your receipts so your bookkeeper can enter them under the appropriate tax category.

5. If you have multiple bank accounts or credit cards, make sure the account used for the transaction is clearly indicated on the invoice or receipt.

6. If you aren't sure whether something can be claimed as a business expense, flag it with a sticky note.

7. Attach your paid client invoices to the respective deposit slips.

For paperwork which your bookkeeper has already processed, develop the habit of filing it right away. It should already be well-organized, and you will only need to pop it into the appropriate file folders. After all, didn't you hire a bookkeeper to make your business life easier?

About the Author

Janet Barclay, MVA and owner of Organized Assistant, provides administrative assistance and website services to coaches, professional organizers and other small business clients. Learn more about Janet and her business by visiting her website http://www.organizedassistant.com and her blog http://www.janetbarclay.com. To receive monthly tips for Maximizing Your Time and Space, request a subscription to her ezine, The Organized Assistant Resource.

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Web 2.0? Or Is It More Like Web 16.0?
 by: Stone Julian

It has become difficult to keep up with the meanings of all the new phrases and terms generated by modern technology. One of the most commonly used phrases on the world wide web (www) today is "Web 2.0." It seems like every web solutions company is using this phrase to sell its stuff. So to the average Joe who's not a geek, what is "Web 2.0"?

Well according to Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia…

"[T]he phrase Web 2.0 can refer to a perceived second generation of web-based communities and hosted services — such as social-networking sites, wikis, and folksonomies [collaborative tagging schemes] — which aim to facilitate creativity, collaboration, and sharing between users. The term gained currency following the first O'Reilly Media Web 2.0 conference in 2004. Although the term suggests a new version of the World Wide Web, it does not refer to an update to any technical specifications, but to changes in the ways software developers and end-users use webs. According to Tim O'Reilly, 'Web 2.0 is the business revolution in the computer industry caused by the move to the Internet as platform, and an attempt to understand the rules for success on that new platform.' Some technology experts, notably Tim Berners-Lee, have questioned whether one can use the term in a meaningful way, since many of the technology components of 'Web 2.0' have existed since the early days of the W!
eb."

There is no doubt the www has advanced significantly since inception, but there really is no new version of the www. It is simply much more useful to the everyday person.

However, if we counted each major innovation as a whole number and each minor revision as a tenth, we would already be into double digits. So why are we calling it "Web 2.0"?

If you have seen the latest Die Hard movie, or ever bought software for your computer, you will understand why we are not in Web 2.0. Even if we call it Die Hard 4.0 or MS Office 2007, it's still basically the same movie or tool. So what we are really experiencing now is more like Web 16.0.

If you have an in-depth, honest conversation with your web designers, they will tell you that Web 2.0 is a myth. So to explain how we got to Web 16.0, here's a history of the most significant events on the www.

WEB 0.1 -- 1958 – SAGE – Radar systems are first networked
WEB 0.2 -- 1960 – Packet switching is first created

WEB 1.0 – EMAIL – "A New Way to Send Unsolicited Mail Is Born"

Although the exact history of Email is a tad murky, it is generally accepted that it appeared in 1965, and was created so that people accessing a mainframe could communicate with each other. This was the first step in the interconnection of people, facilitating almost instant communication at no cost to the user.

WEB 1.1 -- 1967 – Markup language is created
WEB 1.2 -- 1969 – ARPA – A link is established between computers
WEB 1.3 -- 1696 – ARPA Net – First packet-switched network created

WEB 2.0 – WYSIWYG – "What You See Is What You Get (sometimes)"

With the invention of WYSIWYG in 1970, users could now be presented with a basic display of what their finished product would look like, as they were working on it. This removed the need to memorize complex code.

WEB 2.1 -- 1970 – ASP – First Application Service Provider (SAAS)
WEB 2.2 -- 1970 – Style sheets are created
WEB 2.3 -- 1971 – @ is created to separate hosts and users
WEB 2.4 -- 1973 – TCP/IP is created to simplify networking
WEB 2.5 -- 1973 – First connection to another country established
WEB 2.6 -- 1974 – The term "Internet" is adopted
WEB 2.7 -- 1976 – X.25 – The first network standard is approved
WEB 2.8 -- 1978 – International packet switching service created

WEB 3.0 – USENET– "The Black Market of the Internet"

Usenet was established in 1980 to offer mail and file transfers as well as give personal users access to news. Usenet is in fact a large network of servers all in communication with each other; a user posts something to the local server and that item is passed along to the other servers. Usenet was a major turning point because users could finally have an open conversation with anyone on the net, without needing to specifically know the user (unlike Email). The downside is that with a sometimes un-policed net capable of file transfers, the Usenet of today is a haven for piracy of all types, where anything you can imagine is accessible.

WEB 3.1 -- 1979 – Email is made available to personal computer users, millions of Nigerian Princes suddenly need public help

WEB 4.0 – REAL TIME CHAT – Going Outside Deemed "Obsolete"

Real-Time Chat was created in 1980 following users' frustrations with Usenet articles sometimes taking 24 hours to be updated. This signaled a turning point: online conversations became instant, albeit isolated into segregated groups.

WEB 4.1 -- 1980 – First ISPs created providing dialup internet
WEB 4.2 -- 1981 – TCP/IP becomes a standard
WEB 4.3 -- 1981 – US/Europe/Canada/Hong-Kong/Australia connect
WEB 4.4 -- 1983 – TCP/IP becomes the only standard
WEB 4.5 -- 1983 – First wide area network using TCP/IP operational
WEB 4.6 -- 1985 – FTP – The File Transfer Protocol is created
WEB 4.7 -- 1988 – IRC – Internet Relay Chat is created
WEB 4.8 -- 1988 – Bulletin Board Systems and Forums created

WEB 5.0 – HTML/HTTP/Web Pages – "It Has Begun…"

Around 1980, many researchers were using the internet, but they had no single way to create/display "documents" (web pages). Physicist Tim Berners-Lee and his colleagues needed a simple system for creating/displaying documents, but found that existing systems were too commercial, platform-specific or complicated for the average user. So they created their own relatively simple system, consisting of browsing software called "WorldWideWeb," a protocol for transmitting the information (HTTP) and a document annotation convention called "Hyper Text Markup Language" (HTML). This meant anyone could now create web pages using their simple language.

WEB 5.1 -- 1989 – Images can now be animated, oh the horror!
WEB 5.2 -- 1990 – The network now covers the entire world (publicly)

WEB 6.0 – Search – "Did You Mean: Google?"

Before 1990, there was no way to find a page; you had to know the specific location. Around 1991, search engines began indexing (storing) the content they found, giving users the ability to search for a page even if they didn't know the page's location.

WEB 6.1 -- 1991 – DNS – Dynamic Naming System is created
WEB 6.2 -- 1991 – The first text-based browser is created

WEB 7.0 – DHTML – "Because Non-Scrolling Text Is Boring"

The web was static until Dynamic HTML (DHTML) was created. DHTML introduced client-side scripting, allowing authors to include code in their web pages that performed an action upon being downloaded onto a user's computer. DHTML introduced rollover buttons and drop-down menus on web pages. It goes a long way to making the web more personalized.

WEB 7.1 -- 1993 – The first graphics based browsers are created
WEB 7.2 -- 1993 – Screen casts are first created
WEB 7.3 -- 1994 – Wikis are created; Britannica begins holding its breath
WEB 7.4 -- 1994 – The World Wide Web Consortium is formed
WEB 7.5 -- 1994 – CSS – Cascading Style Sheets created

WEB 8.0 – ONLINE DIARIES – "Teens Reportedly Misunderstood"

Online diaries were first created in 1994 as a means for people to store their diaries online for personal or public reading. Writers could now reach almost anyone worldwide at practically no cost, and everyone could create editorials on whatever subjects they liked, without fear of censorship.

WEB 8.1 -- 1996 – The first social bookmarking site created

WEB 9.0 – RANKED RESULTS – "The Online Popularity Contest"

Search engine results helped find things, but many of the results were useless or had nothing to do with the keywords used. As of 1996, search results started to be ranked based on a multitude of things, like how popular a page is. This made searching faster and easier, and significantly less painful.

WEB 9.1 -- 1996 – Flash is created, whole websites can now be animated
WEB 9.2 -- 1997 – The term "Blog" is adopted

WEB 10.0 – HIRED BLOGGERS – "Wow Isn't Product X Great!"

As of 1997, personal diaries began to evolve to what became known as "blogs." Many corporate websites and personal homepages had (and still do have) news sections, these were traditionally updated manually in a back-end system. With the advent of blogs, the commercial sector jumped in, seeing a new marketing medium.

WEB 10.1 -- 1998 – The first audio news site is created
WEB 10.2 -- 1999 – The first web-based operating system is created

WEB 11.0 – RSS – "Newspapers Deemed Obsolete"

Really Simple Syndication (RSS) was created due to the lack of a universal feed format. The creation of RSS means that users could now "subscribe" to feeds containing video, audio, text, or graphics. Users no longer had to trawl the web for new information, they could "subscribe" to a feed and have it sent to them directly.

WEB 12.0 – REMOTE SCRIPTING – "Waiting For 4 Seconds Now History!"

Remote scripting allows scripts running inside a browser to exchange information with a server, so that scripts could be triggered locally, processed remotely and have information returned directly to the browser. This made the web faster and easier to use, and removed the need to refresh the page for simple tasks like sorting.

WEB 12.1 -- 2001 – Blogs evolve from online diaries

WEB 13.0 – PODCASTING – "Now Everyone Can Avoid Listening To You By Choice Rather Than Circumstance!"

Podcasting originated as a portmanteau of the iPod® and broadcasting, although "portable on demand broadcasting" has now become the widely-accepted definition. Originally Podcasting was created to allow individuals to distribute their own radio shows, but it has become popular for a wide variety of things, from educational materials to the latest gaming news. Podcasting opens up distribution of audio content to anyone with a server, with users "subscribing" to the RSS feeds that appeal to them.

WEB 13.1 -- 2002 – Folksonomy is created, giving rise to "tags"

WEB 14.0 – VIDEO PODCASTING – "Web-Based One-Sided Conversations"

Shortly after Podcasting became popular, video Podcasting was created as a means to send the equivalent of TV episodes to users. Though similar to podcasting, the content was not limited to just "TV episodes". Video Podcasting opens up the video medium so that making a TV show is possible for anyone.

WEB 15.0 – VOIP – "High Tech, Dodgy Sounding Free Calls"

With the Voice Over Internet Protocol, telephone audio is sent over the internet, rather than a traditional phone line. This removes almost all cost involved, and also removes the need to have a physical phone line. What this means for consumers is calling becomes much simpler, easier and significantly cheaper.

WEB 16.0 – SAAS – "The Industry Makes a SaaS of Itself."

Software as a Service (SaaS) is just a new term for a concept that has been around since the dawn of the internet (ASP from 1970). SaaS refers to using a piece of software run/provided through the internet, and instead of paying a large one-off purchase price, you "rent" the software for as long as needed. So while SaaS is the buzzword of the day, the concept is decades old.

..The CONCLUSION?

So if you follow the basic rule that each total upgrade is a new ".0" then we are nowhere near Web 2.0. The story is really one of falling price, increasing reliability and bandwidth, coupled with ubiquitous access.

Simply put, "Web 2.0" is just shorthand for the development process outlined above. Bottom line, the web really becoming what the web really always should have been.


About The Author

Article researched and written by: Julian Stone, Sam Law – Project and Time Management Specialists from ProActive Software - http://www.proworkflow.com Peter Hodge – Editor and Contributor from InfoNews – http://www.infonews.co.nz Disclaimer: Facts are as accurate as could be researched at the time.

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