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The Grahn 400 Project Unveils Website for "Another 400 of the World's People"

The Grahn 400 Project ("G400P"), a non-commercial and non-charitable effort that aims to give people in developed countries the opportunity to reflect on all the things that have but take for granted, today launched its website (www.grahn400.com).Parodying the Forbes 400 annual list of the world's wealthiest people, the G400P will -- in time, and with the support of contributors -- feature up-close profiles of people everywhere that lack food, health care, proper shelter, or basic political and religious freedoms, for example. In other words, "another 400 of the world's people," as the website proclaims.The G400P is the creation of Charlie Grahn. "It occurred to me last year," he explains, "that many who are likely in the top few percentiles of people everywhere in terms of wealth, are also those that are least satisfied with their lives. The more I thought about it the more I became convinced that the reason was because they lacked perspective."Grahn explains how after traveling to developing countries in Africa and Asia he returned feeling "immense gratitude for everything," but how that he soon found himself "coveting those 60-inch flat-screen televisions and strategizing ways to pay for one." He created the G400P to help people gain an appreciation for everything they have without the cost, hassles or dangers of traveling. "I hope people will contribute profiles, and I hope people will feel better about their lives after visiting the site," he explains..

Learning Mathematics May Have Become a Little Easier

(ContentDesk) February 8, 2006 -- The Los Angeles Times recent series of stories on education pointed out the difficulties schools have in preparing all students, particularly in mathematics. California resident, and ex-teacher of the year, Guillermo Mendieta, has just written a book that could help make the teaching and learning of mathematics a little easier and more engaging. Pictorial Mathematics: An Engaging Visual Approach to the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics uses pictorial representations for each of the major concepts in school mathematics to support the development of conceptual understanding. Have you ever wondered why mathematics is such a difficult subject for so many students? Do you remember the way your teachers tried to teach you how to multiply two mixed fractions such as 4 ? x 1 ?? Most of us were taught to follow the following steps:????Change the 4 and ? to an improper fraction. To do so, multiply the whole number (4) by the denominator (2) and add it to...

Learning Mathematics May Have Become a Little Easier

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Giving Up Cable Television

You are free to reprint this article in a print or online magazine, e-zine, or newsletter provided you leave the byline intact, don't change the content, and make The Dabbling Mum web address clickable. Please consider sending a courtesy copy for my records. Send an email to dabblingmum@yahoo.com Giving Up Cable TelevisionBy My children cried when they realized they could no longer watch their favorite television shows, but soon learned that wholesome videos can cure their withdrawals in a moment's notice. But more importantly, they've gotten off their butts and started enjoying more physical and bonding activities. And the best part is that I no longer hear, "Just a minute mom.

I'll be there on commercial. Huh, what did you say? Oh, I forgot because I got hooked on this show. And, do I have to? I was right in the middle of the good part!"It all began on February 9, 2004 when my friend and I attended an all-day Women's Bible Study. At one of the workshops, the speaker discussed...

Giving Up Cable Television

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Choosing An HDTV Television

To take full advantage of the great number of HDTV stations you can get with your satellite system, you will want a television with a breathtaking picture and mind blowing sound.
When shopping for a television today, you have many more options than just a few years ago.
From several hundred dollars, to a price similar to that of a new Corvette, you can choose the television to fit your budget and lifestyle.

If you want to watch satellite programming you will need a tv that is at least HDTV ready.
Your satellite service provider will supply you with an HDTV tuner.

Even if you will not be watching much HDTV programming, there is still a huge benefit to watching a digital television.
All HDTV and HDTV ready tv's contain upconversion circuitry that cleans up the picture with even non HDTV signals.

If you watch a lot of movies or dvd's, you might want to purchase a widescreen television.
Choosing An HDTV Television
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Barry Bonds Enjoys an Evening with Legendary Godfather Willie Mays at Mays Private Opening of Willie Mays Skybox Lounge

(ContentDesk) April 7, 2006 -- Future Hall of Famer Barry Bonds, and Broadcast Hall of Famer, Lon Simmons shared a table with Willie Mays to celebrate the private opening of Willie Mays Skybox Lounge- Mays first branded sports and entertainment venue located in Emeryville, California. I am so happy to be a part of something like this, says Mays as he casually speaks to an intimate room of guests. Mays, Bonds and friends enjoyed an intimate evening of entertainment hosted by Mays longtime friend, Lon Simmons. From the Khalil Shaheed Jazz Quartet to Best Intentions, a Motown tribute band- Mays favorite musical genres were covered. Willie Mays Skybox Lounge Executive Chef, Edward K.

Porter unveiled samplings from his bi-coastal cuisine menu and also impressed guests with assorted house made desserts.The evening was a tremendous success, says Mindy Kreis, Director of Marketing for Willie Mays Skybox Lounge. Everybody in attendance felt comfortable and Willies excitement was...

Barry Bonds Enjoys an Evening with Legendary Godfather Willie Mays at Mays Private Opening of Willie Mays Skybox Lounge

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