Updates From Ruby Hawk: February 2011

Monday, February 28, 2011

Kids Smoking Pot and Warning Signs | Healthmad

Smoking pot is a big deal. Some kids think smoking will be a fun way to get in with the crowd, or they think its something to do to avoid boredom. Kid’s brains are still developing and they don’t realize the danger. You as the parent, must. Don’t try to be a buddy and let your kids slide into addiction, poor grades, and eventually lung and brain damage. Pot is a serious problem.

Coat Hangers a Powferful Symbol for American Women | Socyberty

Coat hangers had a different meaning before 1973 when the Supreme Court handed down it’s decision on Roe Versus Wade. Before abortions were legalized, poor women who had no other resources used coat hangers to abort their fetuses. Many died from perforated wombs and infections.

With swim suit season coming on, it’s time to get in the best shape for that new bikini, even if you don’t plan on a bikini, it’s still a good plan to get into your best shape for your good health. It isn’t expensive to do. It costs no money. All you need is your two feet, a place to walk and a healthy diet. A healthy diet costs no more than a bad one. If you have no place to walk, use the stairs, or if you only have a one floor apartment, walk there. You can always find a way.

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Continue to Live at Home in Old Age | Healthmad

Many people today move to senior living complexes or if ill to nursing homes. But if you are in fair health and want to continue to live in your own home. There are ways to accomplish that well up into old age. When remodeling or updating, think of what you will need later in life and apply it now.

Kids Complaints | Healthmad

The sniffles can make a child miserable no matter the cause, and sometimes it’s hard to know if it’s a cold or allergy. Here are some tips to help you decide how to treat your child’s sniffles and sneezes.

Saturday, February 26, 2011

How to Choose Your Interior Paint | Gomestic

How to Choose Your Interior Paint | Gomestic

Don’t choose your interior paint by brand name alone. Manufactures often change formulas to cut cost so don’t assume that paint you loved last time will give the same results when you paint again. Choose the right gloss levels. Flat paint hides marks and scratches better than gloss but isn’t as good at resisting stains. Semi gloss paints have a high gloss sheen and are easy to clean but tend to dull with cleaning. It’s best to use them sparingly. Low luster paints have the best points of all paints, and are ideal for most rooms.

History of Women’s Education in The Eighteenth Century | Socyberty

In the 1700s and on into the next century very few women could write their own names. Education was considered harmful to girls. Girls were married early and expected to obey their husbands. Until then, they obeyed their fathers and brothers. Women cared for the children and household chores, and were completely under the rule of their husbands. They were chattel and had no rights under the law.

Friday, February 25, 2011

Women’s Breasts are Different | Healthmad

Breasts go through many natural changes in a lifetime. The shifting levels of hormone levels, pregnancy, nursing, and finally menopause. Knowing what your breasts look and feel like and being aware of any changes will help you know what is normal and when something is wrong. If you notice anything out of the ordinary don’t hesitate to see your doctor.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

The Pros and Cons of Alcohol | Healthmad

Research tells us that one drink of wine every day is good for our health. One glass of wine a day lowers your risk of heart diseases and protects your liver. It does slightly raise the risk of breast cancer. Wine also increases your HDL (good cholesterol) which is very good. You do not get the same benefits from beer or liquor. They are the leading cause of liver disease.

Bumblebees are Becoming Extinct | Scienceray

Bumblebees are becoming extinct. In the last twenty years bumblebees have declined 96 percent. Not only are bumblebees becoming extinct, so are honey bees and solitary bees. Bees pollinate more than 235,000 species of plants on the Earth, without them we will become a starving population. The EPA has allowed the use of a toxic insecticide called Clothianidin that is killing off bees that pollinate our crops.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Curtain Styles and How to Hang Them | Quazen

There are many curtain styles. If you are remodeling a room and would like a different style, look in magazines to compare or go to department stores to look at those on display. You are sure to find something to please your taste. If you plan to buy material and make them yourself, look carefully at how they are put together and go to your favorite discount store to buy material. Or if money is no object, buy the curtains in the store display.

Make Your Money Grow | Gomestic

If you really want to save money for retirement and the long haul, and you have an income, it’s almost certain you can do it. Many people don’t know the difference between what is necessary and what they want. When you get a handle on that, you are well on your way to saving for the future. We must have shelter, food, utilities, insurance, transportation and clothing. That’s about it. Other things are extra.

Lose Weight The Natural Way | Healthmad

It is hard to lose weight when we are used to eating to excess. The stomach stretches to accommodate excess food and craves to be filled, but continue eating less and the stomach will shrink to it’s normal size. Don’t skimp on vegetables and fruit. Skip sugary, fatty foods and eat only a little meat. Remember beans, eggs, and nuts are protein. They can be substituted for meat.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Contour Drawing | Quazen

Contour drawing is an exercise that any artist should practice. You will observe possibilities in your subject that will bring more life to your drawings and paintings. Practice this type of drawing and you will see an improvement in all your artistic efforts.

Part Time Jobs | Bizcovering

Part time jobs are more plentiful than you think. They aren’t usually advertised but ask friends and relatives if they know anyone who needs help. Figure out your skills and write a resume. Look for employers who can use those skills in an employee. Sometimes part time jobs can turn a full time job. When at all possible go in to speak to a manager. Otherwise send a letter with your resume in it asking for an interview.

Monday, February 21, 2011

Lose Weight The Natural Way | Quazen

It is hard to lose weight when we are used to eating to excess. The stomach stretches to accommodate excess food and craves to be filled, but continue eating less and the stomach will shrink to it’s normal size. Don’t skimp on vegetables and fruit. Skip sugary, fatty foods and eat only a little meat. Remember beans, eggs, and nuts are protein. They can be substituted for meat.

Military Women in The Persian Gulf | Socyberty

Military women in the Persian Gulf War came into their own. Combat zones were hard to pinpoint in Operation Desert Storm and women were given more recognition for their abilities to serve where they were most needed. Among other things, they fired missiles, fueled aircraft, constructed buildings and intercepted incoming Scuds. They more than proved they were capable of doing the job.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Military Women in The Presian Gulf | Socyberty

Military women in the Persian Gulf War came into their own. Combat zones were hard to pinpoint in Operation Desert Storm and women were given more recognition for their abilities to serve where they were most needed. Among other things, they fired missiles, fueled aircraft, constructed buildings and intercepted incoming Scuds. They more than proved they were capable of doing the job.

The Role of Women in The Military | Socyberty

When President Richard Nixon created a commission to study the possibilities of an all volunteer military. That commission didn’t take women into consideration as a military resource. They did note that only twenty to to thirty percent of duty is directly related to combat. The remaining positions are, support positions, administration, training and maintenance.

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Coca Cola’s Secret Recipe | Quazen

Only two or three people in the world have Coca Cola’s secret recipe. But a pharmacist fifty years ago found what seemed to be the original Coca Cola recipe.
Everett Beal found the recipe in an old pharmacy receipt book given to him by the widow of another pharmacist. He says, he never tried the recipe so he doesn’t know if it’s for real.

Military Women in Vietnam | Healthmad

Our U.S. military women in Vietnam saw all the mutilating horrors of jungle warfare. Americana lost more limbs in Vietnam than in all other wars but due to the nurses efforts, fewer men lost their lives due to the wounds they received. Military nurses worked seven day a week under the most extreme circumstances. Four received the Purple Heart but President Reagan didn’t even mention their names during a 1981 Medal of Honor ceremony at the Pentagon.

Women in The Military | Healthmad

Equality has yet to be achieved for women in the military. Although women have served their country in some fashion since time memorial. They served as washer women, cooks, and did other menial jobs in George Washington’s Army. Some women dressed as men and went into battle. They served in the Civil War and every war since, receive less pay and less benefits, put up with sexual innuendo and worse, yet they continue to serve.

Women in The Military | Healthmad

Women in The Military | Healthmad/

Equality has yet to be achieved for women in the military. Although women have served their country in some fashion since time memorial. They served as washer women, cooks, and did other menial jobs in George Washington’s Army. Some women dressed as men and went into battle. They served in the Civil War and every war since, receive less pay and less benefits, put up with sexual innuendo and worse, yet they continue to serve.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Frederick Douglas The Most Influential Black of His Time | Socyberty

Frederick Douglas was the most influential man of color in his time. An escaped slave from Maryland, he went on to become an outspoken lecturer for the freedom of slaves, and women white and black. He was taunted and threatened with death while he worked for the freedom of his people. His biography describes the horror of his life as a slave, and his escape from it.

Rape in The Military | Socyberty

Rape in The Military | Socyberty

Rape in the military is a sad but true fact but that’s not the end if it. It’s also how the military handles the situation. Often the victims are discouraged from reporting rape and when they do report it little is done. A class action was filed Tuesday by a group of U.S. veterans who say they were raped and abused by their comrades then forced to live and work along side of them. They want to force the Pentagon to change how such cases are handled. Named in the federal class-action lawsuit were Defense Secretary Robert Gates and his predecessor, Donald Rumsfield.

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

A Jack Pot of Old Folk Sayings | Socyberty

A Jack Pot of Old Folk Sayings | Socyberty/

Colorful and to the point old folk sayings that were common in years past but have almost faded away.
I have published two articles of and about the Old Folk Sayings that I grew up with. I love these old colorful country sayings and hate to see them pass away. As I began, I had to dredge them up from the depth of my memory, but after the last article, they began to come to the surface and now I have remembered many more.

Read more: http://socyberty.com/folklore/a-jack-pot-of-old-folk-sayings/#ixzz1EAfjaYPT

Politics in America | Socyberty

Americans complain about crooked politics and unsavory candidates, and it’s the truth. Look on the Internet, Newspapers or TV, and there are the names of politicians dealing in corruption, adultery,swindles and about anything you can think of. But we tend to think that earlier in our history politicians were more honest and acted with less self interest. Not so. Take a look at some of the earlier politicians in America. Don’t get me wrong. We do have politicians who are honest to the extent possible but most of it is self interest all the way.

Monday, February 14, 2011

The End of The Recession May be in Sight | Socyberty

The end of the recession may be in sight. The economy is picking up faster than economists estimated last year. Businesses are more stable and are hiring more workers. Lower taxes and higher stock prices are encouraging the population to spend more money and empower the economy. Things are looking up, folks. We aren’t there yet, but we are on our way.

Sunday, February 13, 2011

A New Study of Breast Cancer Surgery | Healthmad

According to a new study on breast cancer surgery, at least 20% of breast cancer patients have been routinely undergoing painful lymph node removable which was unnecessary. New studies show the long painful process of lymph node removal from under the arm does not make cancer less likely to reoccur nor does it improve the survival rate of many breast cancer patients. Experts say the new study will change the treatment of many breast cancer patients.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

You Can Learn to Sew | Gomestic

You can learn to sew. You can make beautiful clothes and enjoy your own creations. It doesn’t take expensive lessons. All it takes is a piece of material, a pattern, a pair of scissors, straight pins, thread and a needle. If you have a sewing machine, that’s great. But if not, don’t let that stop you. It will be more time consuming but the results will be just as satisfying.

Create Your Inner Peace | Socyberty

Create Your Inner Peace | Socyberty/

Inner peace may seem impossible with all the upheavals and disappointments we are faced with every day. But it is possible to create our own inner peace. If you feel your life is off track take time out to find your inner self. When you find your own strength you won’t worry so much about life’s problems. You will learn peace of mind is still possible in grief, or when the world seems to have gone haywire. It’s all within you and it was there all the time.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

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Our government is promoting obesity by supporting dairy farmers to the tune of $140 million annually. The U.S. Department of Agriculture while urging Americans to consume less fat has turned it’s back on it’s own recommendations and is funding Dairy Management to get a surplus of milk fat back in circulation. They’ve teemed up with fast food places marketing high fat cheese. This is a disservice to our populations health and well being.

Politics Promotes Obesity | Socyberty

Our government is promoting obesity by supporting dairy farmers to the tune of $140 million annually. The U.S. Department of Agriculture while urging Americans to consume less fat has turned it’s back on it’s own recommendations and is funding Dairy Management to get a surplus of milk fat back in circulation. They’ve teemed up with fast food places marketing high fat cheese. This is a disservice to our populations health and well being.

Coach Tom Walters a Coach with a Big Heart | Sportales

Who could have a bigger heart than coach Tom Walters of Wake Forest? On Monday, Walters gave a kidney to one of his recruits that had never had the opportunity to play his first game with Wake Forest’s baseball team, the Deacons. Kevin Jordan’s family were overjoyed when Walters was tested and found a good match for a kidney donor. Jordan was taking 35 pills and 10 hours of dialysis every day due to kidney failure. Now that’s all in the past, thanks to coach Walters, the coach with a big heart.

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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Choose The Best Vacuum Cleaner | Gomestic

With all the new and supposedly better vacuum cleaners coming out, how do we really know which one to choose? Consumer Magazine says some of the old models are better than the new. Here is a run down on the vacs and what Consumer Magazine’s tests have shown.

Be a Smart Looking Lady | BeyondJane

It feels absolutely wonderful to walk down the street knowing you are one smart looking lady. It is easier than you think. You don’t need a lot of money. Often all it takes is sorting through your own closet and mixing and matching what you already have. You might need no more than a neutral colored blouse or jacket that will go with several pieces. Try it and see how much fun it is to do this for yourself.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

How to Add Flavor and Protein to Veggetarian Diets | Gomestic

A vegetarian diet is both healthy and environmentally sound. Add spices and herbs to make it tasty and you can enjoy flavorful meals without unhealthy fats and high sodium. Experiment with your herbs and spices and learn what suits your taste. You will find that peppers, salsa, onions, and crunchy cucumbers among other veggies, spices and herbs will add flavor to all your meals.

A Safe Way to Begin Exercising | Healthmad

Even if you have never exercised or been active, it’s never too late to start. Your body will respond surprisingly well at any age. Follow the tips below and you will be off and running before you know it. If you have any major health problems, ask you doctor if there are any restrictions to your activity. Other wise, the sooner you get on an exercise program the better.

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton Impress Students | Quazen

With sex blogs and other Internet publications from college students you would think sex is running wild on campuses. But surveys show there is less sex among students than is advertised. Students today think these blogs are good resume builders that will open doors to them professionally. How they came to that conclusion is cloudy until you think about the examples like Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian. Then it makes more sense with minds that are young and easily impressed.

Human Growth Hormones | Scienceray

Human growth hormones have caused a lot of controversy and have been banned by all major leagues in the United States. Yet scientists tell us there is no proof of their effectiveness. Tales of stronger, younger customers abound on the Internet and sales of the drug is roughly $2 billion every year. Aging movie stars, professional athletics and and just plain deluded folks buy the stuff, mostly from Internet sales.

Ruby Dee a Legend in Her Own Time | Socyberty

Ruby Dee at 84 years old is a legend in her own time. She was raised in Harlem where she is still revered. When she goes into a favorite restaurant her friends give her a standing ovation. Dee and her husband Ossie Davis had a 57 year marriage until he passed away in 2005. They were staunch fighters for Negro rights and Davis spoke at the funerals of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X.

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Stop Diabetes in Its Tracks | Healthmad

We are a nation of overweight junk food junkies, not all of us, but studies tell us 66% of adults (not counting children) are overweight and underactive. This fact is a recipe for Diabetes in parents and children. We can stop this trend by buying healthy food for our families and getting everyone out to exercise. Stuffing our faces isn’t worth the cost of diabetes, strokes, heart disease and all that comes with overeating and being couch potatoes. So come on folks, lets move it.

Friday, February 4, 2011

Acute Kidney Failure (Renal Failure) | Healthmad

Acute Kidney Failure (Renal Failure) | Healthmad

Acute kidney failure usually happens when people are very sick. When the kidneys have more work than they can bare they stop. What is truly amazing is that it doesn’t happen more often. It’s more common in hospitalized patients who are in ICU. The patient will require dialysis treatments during the hospital stay but kidney function can return to normal as the patient recovers. In other cases dialysis may be required for weeks or months before recovery of full kidney function. Some patients may never recover kidney function.

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Ladies, Smoking Will Add Wrinkles to Your Face | Healthmad

Besides all the damage to your lungs and other organs, smoking adds wrinkles and years to your face. Even 20 year olds are receiving skin and lung damage from the 4,000 plus chemicals in tobacco smoke. Smoking is a no win situation. It ages you faster and destroys your lungs. Cancer risks are also higher for smokers than non smokers, and not just in the lungs.

How Can I Tell If I Have Kidney Disease | Healthmad

It’s hard even for doctors to agree on how to detect the early onset of kidney disease. It’s best to have your doctor do a regular yearly routine test to be sure. If you have hypertension you are a candidate for kidney disease, on the other side of the coin, if you have kidney disease you are a candidate for hypertension. So if you have one it’s good to be watchful for the other.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

A Diet Plan That Works | Quazen

This is a diet that will work to help you lose weight or to keep from gaining extra weight. It is really not a diet at all but a common sense eating plan that will keep you at your healthy best. We have heard of the rice diet, the protein diet and so on. They don’t work in the long run. They may work short term but you cannot live on those diets for long. We must have a variety of food to stay well and strong.