Gardening: Teak - a Touch of the Exotic in your Home & Garden.

It's a hot summer day. The sun is shining on your outdoor table, where a glass of orange juice is awaiting you. Your feet touch the soft grass and, right before reaching the place of relax, would love to step on a pleasant wooden surface, anticipating the delight of the fresh drink.

Or maybe it's winter, and outside it's cold and wet. You'd like to have some surface to walk on without mudding your shoes. Then, you think of what you might need...

In all these cases, and many more, teak is the right answer. Grey and green are no longer going to be the two predominant colours of your living space. Thanks to teak, the famous South-East Asia wood, golden, dark-brown and even reddish shades of colour will enrich the "palette" of your home's atmospheres.

Would you like to feel like you had parquet in your own garden? Think of modular decking systems. Teak, in fact, is a new solution for many Irish houses: a variety of timber that will give you the unique opportunity to create warm and welcoming environments, where to spend pleasant moments with your family and friends.

Ideal for offering a soft and relaxing decking for your patios, porches and balconies, teak also allows you to create a charming variation to more traditional tiles, and to add an exotic touch to your place. It suggests an ideal transition from your home to the surrounding green, so as to break all boundaries between the indoor and the outdoor of your house.

Traditionally used for garden furniture, teak is an excellent flooring and decking option, because it can excellently withstand the sudden changes of weather. It's very resistant and never splits, cracks or warps. Moreover, it doesn't cause rust when it is in contact with metal. You won't have problems with termites, either, as they cannot attack it.

Miroslaw Moroz (author) is director and owner of Teakodeck. He has been involved in modular teak decking system distribution, sales and promotion.

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New Generation Batteries for Portable Devices

Electronic products are an integrated part of modern lifestyle. People use various kinds of electronic products in their daily life to perform different kind of tasks. They cannot imagine their life without set of required electronic products. Earlier the use were limited to stable devices like computers, television and music players, but these days they have become more essential and efficient for several day-to-day tasks.

Recent advancements in communication and entertainment industry has given birth to several portable electronic devices like Laptops, Mobiles, PDA's, music and video players and their supplementary like mobile chargers, laptop chargers and different kind of batteries to run those portable devices. With in crease in average timing of using these products, the need for efficient batteries and portable chargers has come into people's mind. In order to use them for long duration, several new generation batteries were developed promising extra running life and quick recharge capabilities. Some battery manufacturers have launched eco-friendly batteries in order to protect environment.

The recent development in this area is, ready to use low self-discharge rechargeable batteries. This new innovative product is shipped fully charged from the factory, this new technology offer to the end user the benefits of an alkaline cell with the re-usability of a rechargeable battery. Eco friendly batteries have several advantages, like shelf life performance of these new batteries. After 1-year storage, the battery retains 85 percent of capacity compared to a typical rechargeable battery that loses 2 percent per day. With the go-eco maintaining 85% after a year, this has enormous environmental benefits, as it virtually eliminates the need for disposable batteries.

The key benefits of such products are: 1. Very low self-discharge, which means the end user can charge them, then store them until needed, great for emergency use. 2. Generally, you have to charge every new battery completely before first use. However, that problem is no longer after introduction of latest set of pre-charged batteries. The batteries are pre-charged, so ready to use out of the packaging. 3. Environmentally friendly

Due to the advantages being provided by these new generation pre-charged and eco friendly batteries, people now prefer using these batteries with their portable devices.

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Owning Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta

Imagine the joys of a summer home that makes you money whenever you are not staying in it. This kind of place would be beautiful to visit, comfortable and easy to live in, and ready for you whenever you want because it would be yours. A timeshare cannot offer you all of that no matter how desirable the location, since it can be difficult to get the time slots that you want and even harder during peak vacation time. A timeshare cannot give you everything you need to have the perfect getaway whenever you want, but a condo in a place like Puerto Vallarta, Mexico can.

Puerto Vallarta is one of the most incredible real estate location in Mexico. Invest in Mexico and you can retire to your beachfront condo whenever you wish to enjoy days filled with sun, sand, golfing, fishing, and anything else you could desire from a tropical paradise. Your oceanfront condominium will be waiting for your return whenever you are away, and you will surely wish to retire to Puerto Vallarta's idyllic setting after spending vacation after vacation in sunny bliss.

Owning real estate in Puerto Vallarta can also be a greatly profitable adventure. The typical American has only two to four weeks of vacation time per year, and for the other forty eight weeks, your vacation property would normally sit empty, awaiting you. To keep your property on the Pacific Ocean working for you, hire a local property management company to keep your place looking fresh and lovely and rent your condo out as a vacation rental to others looking to enjoy the wonders of Puerto Vallarta.

Real estate in Puerto Vallarta is a flourishing business because of the high profitability and constantly increasing prices of the local properties. Even just a couple of years of property ownership could translate into big money for interested investors, and getting a great vacation home that pays for itself is no small benefit either. You may become so enamored with your property in Puerto Vallarta that you will not be willing to sell it!

Owning real estate in Puerto Vallarta means living in the lap of luxury. You can enjoy a tropical paradise on the Pacific Ocean and never worry about a thing. The beautiful and luxurious condominiums and other properties in this city are made for the comfort and delight of their residents, even short term residents like yourself. Glance out the window of your Puerto Vallarta condo and watch the dolphins play in the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy sunshine on the beach or adventures beneath the waves, and fall in love with this incredible location.

Prices on properties in Puerto Vallarta seem to rise by the day, so now is the time to do your due diligence and learn more about investing in Mexico. Your investment property may be just waiting for you in sunny Mexico, but it won't wait forever. The time has come for you to make the smart move that you have been dreaming of and invest in Mexico.

Investing in a condominium in Puerto Vallarta could be a smart investment choice for those who are looking to invest in Mexico. You will have a vacation home to enjoy that practically pays for itself, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Ocean on your future vacations, and you could potentially be able to resell the condo for a great profit if you don't decide to retire to Mexico entirely. With all of these incredible benefits, what could be better?

Real Estate in the US maybe cooling, but real estate opportunities are heating up in Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta is a destination that likely going to be a hot bed for real estate development for years to come. Visit http://www.PrimePuertoVallartaRealEstate.com and subscribe to get information on how to purchase condos in Puerto Vallarta Mexico.

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Camping and Tent Tips

LOCATION

Avoid camping in low places--Air flow gets stagnant and typically moisture settles more. Also, if it rains whilst your tent is up, there's a greater chance of water collecting when you're camped in a low lying area. Lastly, position your tent so that your head is uphill wherever you camp (seeing as most locations are rarely ever flat).

Ventilation--It's better to face the tail of your tent into prevailing winds. This will maximize air flow. Scrutinize the area--Check the area for sharp objects that may damage your tent before setting up camp.

Set Up-- Once your tent is set up, if you notice wrinkles running from one corner to the next (interior), this means that you've pulled the tent too tightly in that direction. Reposition the stakes until the floor evens out.

Looking Good--Last but certainly not least: If you've never set up your tent before, it's best to practice at home until you can do it in your sleep (bit of an exaggeration...but you know what I mean). This will save you any embarrassment later on in the 'Real World'.

TENT CARE

Keep it dry-- Never store your tent when it's wet or damp! Consequences of forgetting this cardinal rule is mildew damage and tent stink. So, dry it after use (but not in direct sunshine).

Reduce condensation build up--Sometimes condensation may become a real issue, especially in certain types of tents. One of the ways to combat this, is to spray the outside of your tent with a product like ReviveX which beads up water so it rolls off the tent's surface (think of water rolling off a duck's back). Ground Cloth--Use one. It will protect your tent bottom from protruding objects.

Sweep out your tent--accumulated dirt between your sleeping bag and the floor will gradually erode the tent floor. Sunshine--Don't leave your tent in the sun for prolonged periods--ultra-violet rays damage the tent fabric and its waterproofing capabilities. If you can, set up in the shade.

Seams--Seal them all. In this particular case, water is not your friend. Keep it out!

Transporting your tent--Constantly folding your tent the same way will eventually cause creases that will compromise its weatherproofing and ultimately crack the fabric itself. Solution? Stuff it for transportation.

Packaging of your tent--The keyword here is "carefully" (assuming you have any concern about its lifespan). Poles dent, break, chip and cords stretch. Also bear in mind that poles and stakes can tear and poke holes in the tent fabric.

TENT TYPES

The following is not an indepth treatise of the types of tents available but rather a brief review.

Dome Tents

This type of tent has a rudimentary dome shape formed by inward curving walls that meet atop at the apex. Advantages: ample headroom and ability to sit upright. Disadvantages: Two pole design leaves a significant portion of unsupported tent material restricting this type of tent's use to moderate weather conditions.

Modified Dome Tents

Same as the dome tent with a few variations: addition of more poles plus cross-section rods, as well as tapered ends. Advantages: better able to withstand harsh weather and mounting wind levels.

Pyramid Tent

In essence this is little more than a waterproof tarp staked to the ground and draped over a central pole. Advantages: easy to set up. Disadvantages: it's sheer simplicity does not accomadate for the presence of bugs and other crawlies.

Tunnel Tent

As the name suggests this type of tent is designed in the shape of a tunnel. Usually the front has the most ceiling height (just enough to sit up) and tapers towards the rear. This tent type incorporates a single or dual pole design with the longer pole upfront. Advantages: Very lightweight. Disadvantages: Design type tends towards being cramped

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JUDO - The Art of Self-Perfection

Have you ever wondered what exactly is up with Judo? When you talk about martial arts, what comes first in your mind? This informative article can give you an insight into everything you've ever wanted to know aboHave you ever wondered what exactly is up with judo? When you talk about martial arts, what comes first in your mind?

This informative article can give you an insight into everything you've ever wanted to know about judo and martial arts.

Judo made the biggest impact in 1964 when it was first introduced into the Olympic Games. Now, it is practiced by millions of people all across the world. Judo can help students stay in shape, excel in all areas of competition, stay protected with self defense, and several other things.

There are many reasons for learning Judo. For a majority of students, Judo is practiced just for fun. Judo provides exercise, relaxation, sport, an interesting challenge, balance, coordination, self-protection and self-confidence. Although it starts out as fun for many, it quickly turns into a way of life, a burning passion if you will.

Modern Judo is a martial art based on the traditional Jujutsu fighting and self-defense techniques of Japan. It was developed by Professor Jigoro Kano from a martial art called Jujutsu (also spelled Jujitsu). He is often called the "Father of Japanese Sports." Professor Jigoro Kano eliminated some of the traditional jujutsu techniques and changed training methods so that most of the moves could be done with full force to create a decisive victory without injury.

The Japanese word "Ju" in Judo means "mild" and "natural" and "do" means "art" and "way." Judo therefore denotes "way to peace" or may be translated as "the Way of gentleness," with the implication of first giving way to ultimately gain victory.

Judo training has many forms for different interests. Some students study the traditional art and forms (kata) of Judo. Other students train for competition by sparring and entering the many tournaments that are available. Other students train for self-defense, and yet other students practice Judo for fun and recreation. Black belts are expected to learn all aspects of Judo.

The most important principle of Judo as practiced was to disturb the center of gravity of the opponent, and then pull or push in a way that the opponent cannot stand, exerting skill rather than strength, so that he might lose his equilibrium and fall heavily to the ground. A series of rules was taught respecting the different motions of feet, legs, arms, hands, the thigh and back, in order to accomplish this object.

Judo is an art, after all, a practical approach to life. Judo develops complete body control, fine balance, and fast reflexive action. Develops a keen desire to coordinate mind and body. Also, provides the means for learning self-confidence, concentration, and leadership skills, as well as physical coordination, power, and flexibility.

This is an excellent martial art - that anyone can enjoy.

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Enjoy, and in the words of Dr. Jigoro Kano:

"Before and after practicing Judo or engaging in a match, opponents bow to each other. Bowing is an expression of gratitude and respect. In effect, you are thanking your opponent for giving you the opportunity to improve your technique."

Copyright © Anne-Marie Ronsen

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Credit Repair is More Than a Right, It's Your Responsibility

The majority of Americans have errors and other unverifiable information on their credit reports that could be dragging down their credit score. Odds are good that your credit score is lower than it should be. The unfortunate thing is that odds are you will be yet another one of the millions of Americans who will continue to suffer with an unfair credit score because you will do nothing to repair your credit.

Most Americans want to believe the credit reporting system works; that people earn their bad credit and there is nothing they can do about it but wait for seven years. But study after study shows the credit reporting system frequently does not work. This is why the Fair Credit Reporting Act and other consumer protection legislation give you the right to do something about it - the right to make sure your credit score is as good as it can be.

So why is it that, though everyone has the right to dispute the negative items in their credit reports, very few people do? It certainly can't be because they don't understand the importance of a high credit score. After all, it doesn't take a genius to figure out the benefits of a good credit score when it can be the difference between paying $2,500/month and $2,000/month for the exact same house.

More likely, the reason people do not repair their credit is a mix of apathy and lack of understanding of the credit reporting system. Too many people assume the credit reporting system is some official government bureaucracy with an extensive system of checks and balances designed to ensure the safekeeping of their credit history. This couldn't be further from the truth.

The credit bureaus at the center of the credit reporting system are not official organizations. Instead, they are massive, for-profit corporations that collect personal information from your creditors and make money by selling this information in the form of your credit reports.

So now you are asking yourself, how do they ensure this information is correct? If a creditor reports something that is wrong, how do the credit bureaus make sure it doesn't end up on your credit reports?

The answer to both of these questions is: they don't. Your creditors report information, the credit bureaus record it, and for most people, the story ends there.

Nobody at the credit bureaus or in the government is going to make sure your credit reports are accurate. The way the credit reporting system is set up, there is only one person who will ever bother to check up on your credit reports - and that person is you. You are the missing, and ultimately the most important, piece of the credit reporting puzzle.

Making sure your credit score is where it should be is your responsibility and repairing your credit reports is a task you will have to initiate because no one out there will do it for you.

It is your right and your responsibility to dispute the questionable negative items in your credit reports and the sooner you start, the better. You can work to repair your credit on your own or you can enlist the help of a credit repair law firm like Lexington Law.

Whether you attempt to repair your credit on your own or with the help of a credit repair expert, by taking an active role in the credit reporting system, you can ensure your credit score is as good as it can be and that you have the advantage over the millions of people out there with bad credit who haven't taken action to do anything about it.

Lexington Law (author) is a consumer advocacy law for that focuses on credit report repair. In practice since 1991, Lexington Law has helped over 400,000 clients take control of their credit.

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