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73Fun With Nines (math tricks)
You may already know that nine times any number equals nine. There are some amazing puzzles or tricks that have been developed using this mathematical phenomenon. First, let me explain what I mean by nine times any number equals nine. Look at the...
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78It's All About Perspective...and voice inflection
Have you ever said something and noticed an unexpectedly bad reaction from someone who was listening? Then you think back over what you said and wonder what made them react that way? I certainly have. Many times, it is not what was said, but how...
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69Big Bang Theory? What are the odds?
I recently read an article where the Big Bang Theory was presented as a credible scientific theory and I took a bit of time to read some information online about this theory. One of the facets of science is mathematics--I began looking at the Big...
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87Before You Buy a Manufactured (Mobile) Home
A manufactured home can be a great alternative for you if you are looking for the most square footage for the lowest price. The modern, residential-style construction and design of some of the better brands...
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79The Flying Bicycle (short story)
"Whatcha doin'?" Mike asked, pointing at my special project with a messy Popsicle. He rubbed his mouth on his sleeve, leaving a red smear across his shoulder. "Making a plane," I answered a little smugly....
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74Mr. Lucky (short fictional story for kids)
Mr. Lucky hasn't always been known as Mr. Lucky--in fact, it wasn't until just last week that people began calling him that. All of his life he had answered to the name of Herberteous Bewilderness...
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63Easy Chili Recipe (without using chili seasoning)
A friend of my wife's family was camping one year at Lake McQueenie and she and her husband had a serious craving for chili. After rummaging through the cabinets in their camping trailer, she found a few...
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63Studio (Music) Numbering System
Studio musicians have used a numbering system for many years. This numbering system applies to both chord changes and chord construction. Using the key of C for an example. The C scale is C,D,E,F,G,A,B,C....
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66The Missing Dollar (Math Puzzle)
Three hunters stopped at a hotel. They decided to save money by sharing a room. When they explained to the desk clerk that they wanted to share a room, he consulted his price list and then told them that the room would cost them $30.00 for one...
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672 Simple Tricks to Reduce Guitar String Fingernoise
If you use round-wound strings for your guitar or bass because you enjoy the bright sound and the sustain that they offer, but the finger noise drives you crazy (especially with new strings), you can: Use 400 grit (or higher) sandpaper and...
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