Published documents by Ann Knapp Subscribe to this feed

It's A Cigar World After All Published on 25/08/2008

Though the first country many of us think of when it comes to great cigars is, of course, Cuba, the fact is that great tobacco, skilled rollers and serious craftsmanship can be found all over the world. So here, whether you're a newer smoker ready to move on from the few you've tried or a cigar aficionado, who'd like to change it up a little, is a guide to the some of the best cigars in several...

So, You Are A Diabetic? Published on 25/08/2008

So, you are a diabetic. If you have just been recently diagnosed, then there is much to learn. Be careful where you get your information. The doctor should be your first source. Your doctor should prepare you with literature and other teaching material, as well as give you referrals to help groups. Being a diabetic doesn't mean your life is going to change. It does mean that you will have...

Bridal Body 411: Don't Get Stuck in a Hairy Situation on Your Wedding Day Published on 25/08/2008

Everyone's heard of bride-zillas but what about the notoriously hairy bride-rilla? She's a new species of bride that has noticeable hair above the lip, on the arms and potentially on the honeymoon bikini line. She's oblivious to the dark hairs forming on her feminine face, arms and upper legs and needs a beauty intervention. As brides are taking an average of one-to-two years to prepare...

Father's Day Cigars: A Great Gift Idea Published on 25/08/2008

We hand them out during bachelor parties. We give them to new fathers. We hand them out to potential business partners and employees ("Sit down. Have a cigar."). It's no wonder, then, that cigars are also a well-known father's day gift. (For example, a Google search turns up 442,000 possibilities for "father's day cigar.") Cigars have that reputation - they're the gift that you give someone...

The 5 C's to Success: Securing a Business Loan with a Bank Published on 22/08/2008

Beginning or expanding a business can be an exciting venture. But to do so successfully, a business owner is going to need capital. That comes from either the owner's personal check book or financing extended through a bank. To secure financing through a bank, a business owner must understand the 5 C's of Credit. These guidelines are used by financial institutions as a way of analyzing a...

The Necklace as Jewelry Transcends Cultures and Time Published on 21/08/2008

A representation of feminine beauty and mystique, the necklace has been an integral part of a woman's decoration and beauty for ages. Whether a choker, rosary or chain, the necklace has achieved a timeless appeal. In many cultures, necklaces have marked cultural distinctions, based on ornamentation, length and attire. From Greek mythology to the French Revolution, the necklace has played a...

Take the Guesswork Out of the Spa Published on 21/08/2008

With more Americans than ever discovering the spa lifestyle, it would appear the road to wellness is a smooth path. But there are still those who have yet to discover the benefits to this life-affirming approach to living. In fact, for those who yet are unaware of what to expect from a spa and its treatments, the spa concept may seem a stressful venture. The spa experience is meant to...

Play it Safe: Choose Lasers to Fix Beauty Flaws Published on 20/08/2008

For those of us who were fans of the Naked Gun movie trilogy, Priscilla Presley, wife of the King, went from '80s comic beauty to a tragic beauty train wreck as the oldest contestant ever to appear on the reality TV hit, Dancing with the Stars. It is heartbreaking to see someone, who probably would have aged very gracefully by nature, have such a bad experience with plastic surgery, exposing...

All That Glitters is Gold Published on 20/08/2008

Since the dawn of civilization, gold has been used by humankind for both decorative and daily use. Gold art objects and jewelry have been discovered as far back as 3,000 B.C. to be used by the Ur civilization what is now Southern Iraq. Similarly, gold objects have also been discovered in Peru by archaeologists that date back to 1200 B.C. Gold's nearly indestructible nature is virtually...

How to Pay Bills Online Published on 20/08/2008

If you're still paying bills via snail-mail, it may be time to consider paying them online. With today's online bill pay systems, you can forget the stamps and checkbook and discover the ease and convenience of your nearby computer. You'll need a computer, access to the internet and an online bill pay service. This is moderately difficult. Paying bills online will require a small amount of...