April 28, 2005 
One of the things I like about living in Portland, Oregon is the local music scene. There are so many small clubs and hotels that feature live artists that on any given night you can see and hear any type of music. With such a large number of venues that feature music, it stands to reason that ... continue reading...
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Learning to play a musical instrument in school helps children to develop not only an ear for music, but also the discipline to undertake a task and stick with it. The results of that discipline can last them all their lives, helping them as they grow into adulthood. But many young... continue reading...
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Many popular movies and television shows are made in very recognizable locations. "Saving Private Ryan" was made in France, where the action occurred. "Apollo 13" was made on a sound stage but did use some exterior locations to supplement the story line, such as Cape Canaveral and the Jo... continue reading...
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One of the most depressing scenes that can be viewed on television today is gang violence and shootings. It is growing in epidemic proportions all over the country. In the city I live in, four people were murdered in gang... continue reading...
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I'm a cat person. Always have been, always will be. So when my wife said she'd like to get a small dog, you can understand how my world was going to be changed. Not that I have anything against man's best friend, you understand. I'm just happier if he lives with someone else, that's all. But sin... continue reading...
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Have you wondered just how that cell phone you are using everyday really works? Or how the ice in an ice rink gets cold? And how it stays that way? Are you a naturally inquisitive person? If so, then today's Family First Site will be of special interest to you.
Called howstuffworks, this site... continue reading...
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Social Science April 20, 2005 
The Internet has changed how publicity is generated. In the past, entertainers had agents and studios and record labels with publicity departments that made sure the public knew about their clients. Today that still holds true, but cyberspace has added a real time... continue reading...
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The Internet is a treasure trove of information for just about any subject you can imagine (and some that you can't, I am sure). There are various methods for finding the information you want or need, some more effective than others. Today we take a look at a program that not conducts your se... continue reading...
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I was watching the History Channel on television today, and was treated to a day of programs about the Presidents of the United States. There were about 6 hours of devoted to mini-biographies of all the men who served in the office, from George Washington to George W. ... continue reading...
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In the War of 1812, the British invaded the U.S. In the 1960's, there was another British invasion of a different sort, brought on by the Beatles. Now, it looks like there is another one, of sorts.
Called BBC America, this is the online site of the British Broadcasting Corporation, the nation... continue reading...
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