The "Memory" Collector
The "Memory" CollectorEveryone collects something right? It may be baseball cards, hats, or some other type of sports memorabilia. Even if you don't consider yourself a collector of anything, you may be and don't even know it. How about the collection of tools in the cellar you don't really use, but you have to have them! Even maybe all those movies laying around you no longer watch, sounds like a collection to me.More common items people typically collect are things like, coins, military items, guns, and sports items. Generally it will be something that once interested a person, had an impact on their lives or they just simply enjoyed. Me, I am a collector of shot glasses.
What it was that spawned the interest is beyond me, I think it may have started in college. I now have a collection of over 300 shot glasses, and yes, I have had at least 1 shot of some type of a concoction from each one of them. Looking at them now, they are reminders of places I have been, and things I have done. Every one of them has a story to be told, the memories flood my mind every time I pick one up. None of my shot glasses really have any monetary value, but I would never part with them, as a collection, they are proof of my existence if kept together.
I have searched the internet to find the reasons why others collect shot glasses. This quote was found on a personal site of an obvious diehard Hard Rock Caf? shot glass collector; "My goal is to display each of the shot glasses that have been available over the years from The Hard Rock Cafes and The Hard Rock Hotel." Needless to say, the man(or woman) has their work cut out for them to complete that collection. My next quote comes from another personal web site; "I love my shot glasses! Currently I own almost 400 of the mini drinking vessels. My friends insist that one day we have a party where each glass gets used at least once. I don't have enough floor space for when they pass out! For now, I am content to hanging these puppies on the wall.
My other loves are Pink Flamingos and Oreo Cookies, but they haven't overwhelmed an entire room yet. Give me time." This collector just loves collecting them, no rhyme or reason why, she just enjoys the act of doing so. I am sure it is clear to you by now that the reasons why people collect many times are very different. They range from being a simple hobby, all the way to self preservation. Sometimes people collections end up in museums after they have past on.
The Smithsonian Institution is living proof of that. So no matter what it is you collect just remember, next time you go somewhere, bring a memory home with you.AUTHOR BIO: writes for Http://www.ShotGlassShelf.com ? Display Cases for the Shot Glass Collector, and Http://www.Secret-Deals.com ? Every day discounts on Brand Name Merchandise. Articles can be found on the sites along with a wealth of other information.Please feel free to use this article in your Newsletter or on your website. If you use this article, please include the resource box and send a brief message to let me know where it appeared; Mailto:webmaster@secret-deals.com.
David Kunstek writes for Http://www.ShotGlassShelf.com ? Display Cases for the Shot Glass Collector, and Http://www.Secret-Deals.com ? Every day discounts on Brand Name MerchandisePlease feel free to use this article in your Newsletter or on your website. If you use this article, please include the resource box and send a brief message to let me know where it appeared; Mailto:webmaster@secret-deals.comAre My Arms Shrinking Or Do I Need Reading Glasses?
With age comes many things, one of which is the need to wear reading glasses.
People over 40 will often realize that they are holding reading materials out at arms length just so they can read them.
The cause is an age-related condition called presbyopia.
It may not be preventable, but it doesnt need to be the end of the world.Presbyopia is what causes people to need reading glasses.
People without other vision problems will be more likely to notice the development of presbyopia.
This condition is caused by hardening of the lens in the eye that causes it to lose flexibility.
This loss of flexibility results in difficulty seeing up close, also known as nearsightedness.
The condition generally worsens over time and should be diagnosed by a doctor.
The symptoms of presbyopia are blurred vision when reading or working closely, headaches, eye strain and dizziness. A doctor can diagnose the condition and give you your...
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Another Special Earth Day for a Unique Glassware Company
The U.S. generates more than 200 million tons of municipal solid waste annually, which is 4.3 pounds per person per day. More than half of this waste ends up in landfills. That's why "reduce, reuse and recycle" has grown in importance for consumers and businesses worldwide. While 'Earth Day' was established in 1970 to promote ecology, respect for life on our earth and highlight the concern of pollution of soil, air and water, we need to ensure that its focus is not relegated to just the one day a year??.
it is to become our firm way of life, every day. The Green Glass company bears testimony to this way of life. The company founded 14 years ago by two enthusiastic entrepreneurs welcome the fact that they can once again partake in Earth Day celebrations.Green Glass Inc, which opened for business late 2002, is an innovative company that converts reclaimed bottles into elegant glassware. Its one-of-a-kind products are available to the American public at select national retail venues,...
Another Special Earth Day for a Unique Glassware Company
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Brightshades.com ? Shop Online For Your Very Own Personalized Sunglasses
At www.brightshades.com you can find unique sunglasses for any occasion, whether you want them for holidays, business, or leisure wear. You can choose from womens sun glasses, fashion sun glasses, cheap sun glasses, designer sun glasses, sport sun glasses plus many more.The founders behind www.brightshades.com built the site to set alive an inspiring, almost unsurpassed choice of designer style sun glasses, discount polarized sun glasses and cool designer glasses sun, as well as seeking to ensure that all new visitors will be impressed with all of which is now available.Whatever you are looking for www.brightshades.com can design your sunglasses for you. They use the finest Swarovski crystals which are of the highest quality making your sunglasses unique and personalized, which...
Brightshades.com ? Shop Online For Your Very Own Personalized Sunglasses
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Virtual Reality Christmas!
(ContentDesk) December 1 2003--3d-glasses.us is the place to review the very latest Virtual Reality toy available on the web.Experience the latest in virtual reality technology this Christmas with 3D images that float inside and outside of your monitor! Become immersed in unbelievably real 3D gaming, movie, internet, photo, and graphic environments as our patented stereoscopic 3D glasses instantly take you there. You have to see to believe--thrills guaranteed!The E-D ? 3-D glasses instantly convert virtually all of your existing PC video game titles into true 3D. Installation is a snap with no USB or serial ports required and nothing internal. Just install our patented software one time, plug in our adapter to any standard PC, and we guarantee you'll experience the best gaming graphics EVER.Using an infrared transmitter for wire-free operation of the glasses, this system provides superior ease-of use.
A dual-emitter transmitter is utilized to give the widest viewing angle and...
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Better Natural Eyesight Within Days! No Glasses. No Contact Lenses. No Surgery.
You have permission to publish this article electronicallyor in print, at no charge, provided the bylines below are included. The article must be reproduced in full. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated Send email to: itman6666-m2@yahoo.co.ukBetter Natural Eyesight Within Days! No Glasses. No Contact Lenses. No Surgery.
Do you wear glasses or hate the inconvenience of contact lenses? Then just get rid! Even if you've worn glasses or contact lenses for years. Defective eyesight is a problem suffered by up to 85% of the population at some time in their lives. The usual solution is glasses or contact lenses. Laser eye surgery is the other option most people think of. A recent online survey carried out by Verso Research Publishing showed that most people fear the results of laser eye surgery and so would not have it done.
The main reasons given by people in the survey for wanting to stop wearing glasses and contact lenses were a) inconvenience and b) worry...
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Trouble Sleeping? Colored Glasses Cure Insomnia
University Heights, OH (ContentDesk) March 23, 2006 -- Half of Americans claim they dont sleep well. Artificial light from lamps, TV or computer screens in use in the hours before bedtime may be the major source of the sleep problem. It is well known that exposing the eyes to light prevents the pineal gland from making melatonin, the sleep hormone. Nerve fibers run from the eyes to the pineal gland and control when it produces melatonin and other hormones.
It has only been knows for several years that not all colors of light cause the suppression of melatonin.
It is the light at the blue end of the visible spectrum that prevents melatonin production. This means that light bulbs can be made that do not eliminate melatonin secretion by coating them with filters that remove the blue rays that interfere with sleep. TV and computer screens may also be fitted with filters that remove the blue light that is creating sleep problems. An even more practical way to avoid the sleep...
Trouble Sleeping? Colored Glasses Cure Insomnia
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Trouble Sleeping? Colored Glasses Cure Insomnia
University Heights, OH (ContentDesk) March 23, 2006 -- Half of Americans claim they dont sleep well. Artificial light from lamps, TV or computer screens in use in the hours before bedtime may be the major source of the sleep problem. It is well known that exposing the eyes to light prevents the pineal gland from making melatonin, the sleep hormone. Nerve fibers run from the eyes to the pineal gland and control when it produces melatonin and other hormones.
It has only been knows for several years that not all colors of light cause the suppression of melatonin.
It is the light at the blue end of the visible spectrum that prevents melatonin production. This means that light bulbs can be made that do not eliminate melatonin secretion by coating them with filters that remove the blue rays that interfere with sleep. TV and computer screens may also be fitted with filters that remove the blue light that is creating sleep problems. An even more practical way to avoid the sleep...
Trouble Sleeping? Colored Glasses Cure Insomnia
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Financing a New or Used Car
If you decide to finance your new or used car, be aware that the financing obtained by the dealer, even if the dealer contacts lenders on your behalf, may not be the best deal you can get. Contact lenders directly. Compare the financing they offer you with the financing the dealer offers you. Because offers vary, shop around for the best deal, comparing the annual percentage rate (APR) and the length of the loan. When negotiating to finance a car, be wary of focusing only on the monthly payment....
Financing a New or Used Car
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How to Donate Your Car to Charity and Get Tax Deduction
Donating your used car to charity is a win-win situation; the charity gets your gift and you get tax deduction. Below are some simple steps to make a car donation.1. Understand the rules. A good place to read the government rule on car donation is IRS Publication 4303, A Donor's Guide to Car Donations (available on the IRS's website at www.irs.gov). This guide outlines some important rules regarding car donation.
For example, one important rule states that car donation must be made to qualified...
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Next Generation Dating Services from MyBestDate
London, UK (ContentDesk) December 2, 2005 -- CSB Electronics announces the launch of MyBestDate.co.uk a rapidly growing online community, bringing an online dating experience with never seen before features. MyBestDate is one of the many sites launched by CSB Electronics. What makes MyBestDate different than other dating sites is its unique and easy to use interface with innovative features those 80% of all other dating sites lack. Some of these features are:? Builtin messenger type chat services.?...
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