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By J.D Theis, May 5, 2010 8:25 pm

The Color Purple. Ref: amazon.com

African American novels have been making an impact on the world for a very long time, and while most African American novels are great, there are a few that are simply incomparable, and these books by black authors are definite must-reads.

The Color Purple was written by Alice Walker and is a book that is a definite read for anyone who is interested in good fiction books. The story is about a young black woman named Celie who has a very difficult life, the story follows Celie and her sister, Nettie, as they live in a world that is not designed for people of their color. Celie goes through tremendous changes in the book. The strength and substance in this book is why it is always listed as one of the best African American novels of all time.

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By J.D Theis, April 11, 2010 3:36 am

Phillis Wheatley. Ref: ohiou.edu

The impact of the African American author in history is one that can be discovered simply by doing a little bit of research.

The impact can be felt, however, almost anywhere you go.

Great African American literature has helped us as a people to see what it is like to live in another culture and in another skin.

This work is all thanks to many an African American author in history.

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By Colin Jones, March 10, 2010 9:26 am

San Francisco Trains. Ref: ehow.com

One of the greatest things about visiting San Francisco is the being near to some incredible attractions. You can stay in one city but visit several. You get not only the conveniences of the city, but the splendor of nature is not far away from almost any point within the city. In fact, a short train ride will take you quickly to some nearby attractions that are definitely worth checking out.

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By Alice Evans, March 8, 2010 10:30 am

Nashville. Ref: utk.edu

One of the great things about this country is the huge presence of some incredible cities. Many of these are a lot of fun when it comes to travel, and should absolutely be visited at some point when you can. Do you think you’ve seen it all, and don’t know where to go next?

Anyway, I’ve been fortunate to see most of this great country, and I’d like to share a few worthy destinations that might pique your interest. Try visiting one of these cities if you’re looking for ideas.

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By Alex Ariel Sanders, March 1, 2010 9:47 am

Diet Fiber. Ref: ourohio.org

Bodybuilders have known for years about the direct connection between fiber and fat loss. However, until recently, it has been one of the few well kept secrets of those who intend to build muscle or trim body fat. Now, reports are coming out showing this correlation as well as the drop in occurrence of chronic degenerative diseases.

Fiber is defined as the cell walls of vegetables and fruits that are indigestible. These cell walls are only found in plants, so you cannot get fiber by just eating meat. There are actually two kinds of it; you have the insoluble fiber, which doesn’t dissolve in water, and the soluble fiber, which can dissolve in water. Both types of fiber, though, are needed by the body. If you can increase your intake of fiber, you can reduce your calories, since plants have very low calories.

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By Cindy Myers, February 3, 2010 8:47 am

Garden Decor. Ref: akamai.net

If the British, or the French, or the Italians like gardens, so do we; here, in the United States. We’re not obsessed with them and we don’t usually gossip about who has the best gardens, but we know how to maintain our gardens.

Though we don’t value these green places for the tea parties that we hold in them and though we do like a good, wide, and lush lawn for those barbecues that we love to have; there’s plenty to do to get a pretty garden. Now, there’s something that we sure do know how to do. We sure know how to make things pretty.

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By Fred Fibbet, January 13, 2010 9:14 am

Fitflop Walkster. Ref: lookatmycrazyshoes.com

Do you wish to lose weight without too much difficulty?

We all know the importance of exercises in order to get in shape. But it can be so difficult and boring to spend hours in the gym shedding off those pounds.

What is a better way to burn calories?

The method I am going to reveal will help you in not only losing weight, but also getting your legs and butts in great shape. There is a new product in the market which can help in achieving this.

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By Jayde Johannsen, November 2, 2009 9:18 am

Ref: styleexpert.co.uk

Grand ruler of fashion in Paris and around the world Coco Chanel once said that while fashion fades, style remains the same. She’s right, of course, and one of the main mistakes the women make when shopping and dressing themselves is focusing too much on the present trends in fashion. It’s possible to look good and feel fabulous without becoming a slave to the season. In fact, dressing well is easier if you focus on timeless style rather than keeping up with the trends.

It’s not about the money. So you don’t have a walk-in closet and a disposable income of five figures to spend each time the season changes. That doesn’t mean you need to be running around in a burlap sack, honey. Regardless of your budget, it’s possible to find clothes that are stylish anywhere and everywhere. From thrift stores to designer stores, there’s always at least one garment in your size that’s classy, timeless, and chic. Learn to hunt for those pieces, and you’re pretty much promised a look that’s stylish.

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By Matthew Henage, October 4, 2009 7:50 pm

DTG Printing. Ref: smartgift.com.my

In the past, it wasn’t practical to get just a few personalized shirts. For example, if you had a family reunion coming up, and you needed different designs for different branches of the family, silk screening would be too expensive. Setup charges and minimum order sizes mean that small runs or unique shirts are impractical. You could have gone with iron-on transfers, but we all know how poorly those hold up…

A New Way to Personalize Your Shirt

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By Sara Preston, October 1, 2009 8:34 am

Ref: naturalcureforacne.pbworks.com

Even if you are not an adolescent experiencing the stage of puberty, you can still get acne if you don’t take good care of your skin. This skin condition is due to the excessive oil secreted by your skin which develops to pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. Most skin acne is apparent on faces while some develop this skin problem on their backs and other parts of the body.

Having acne causes a lot of people to hide their faces from friends, family and colleagues. People with acne have low self esteem especially when the skin condition is recurring and severe. Having acne can go from mild condition to extreme cases. The presence of acne is sometimes attributed to hereditary factors and stress levels of patients. Although there are also claims that acne is caused by some food particularly fatty foods, this has yet to be clinically proven.

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By Celestine Nell, September 13, 2009 9:19 am

Futon Bed. Ref: thenaturalbedcompany.co.uk

We all have seen those fold out bed mattress futon that can be used as a fold out bed when you either have guests or children who need a place to stay. While we tend to believe that every family should have access to a bed mattress futon that they can use when they have those unexpected guests; the truth is that they are not the most comfortable beds that will help you get the best night’s sleep.

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By Lee Reid, August 31, 2009 9:01 am

Designer Handbags. www.fashionwomen.co.in

When it comes shopping for fashion, I am always on the lookout to find handbags for less than retail.

After all, that is a big part of what makes shopping fun, saving money!

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By Henry Calhoun, August 11, 2009 8:32 am

Heart Rate Monitor. Ref: channeladvisor.com

Heart rate monitors are one of the newest products on the market for health and fitness. A heart rate monitor is a device that helps you to monitor your heart rate during exercise so that you can easily find the right intensity for a maximum workout. The monitor attaches to your body and is convenient and easy to use.

There are many kinds of heart rate monitors available. All have their won different qualities and characteristics. There are two basic types, however, and they are the watch style and chest band monitor.

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By Matthew Henage, July 6, 2009 8:07 am

Custom Tshirts. Ref: zazzle.com

Just like the printing press revolutionized printing, so has Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing enhanced the production of personalized shirts, thus bringing you the exact shirt you’ve wanted for years. So you can say goodbye to silk screening; you no longer have to pay for set-up fees or worry about making a large t-shirt order. You can also say c-ya to trying to make your own shirt by heat transfers ” who wants to bother with that mess? Instead, you can easily create just one personalized shirt made just for you.

How does DTG printing work?

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By Cathryn Zhang, February 5, 2008 9:07 am

The largest pearl store near the Temple of Heaven

The famous Pearl Market is very close to Beijing Haige International Hotel. Visitors from all over the world like to visit the Pearl Market for various items. When I visit a shop named Fanghua Pearl and Jewel, I was very impressed their beautiful, natural pearl necklaces. If you also want to give yourself a more elegant and noble look, don’t miss this shop.

This well-decorated shop is on the 4th floor of the market. You will find numerous pearl necklaces neatly displayed in the shop. The colors included milk white, golden yellow, pink, and black.

Ms. Carrie is a kind shop keeper. She told me Fanghua is the No.1 retailer of high-quality pearls in China. There are mainly three grouping of pearls in the shop: fresh water pearls, sea water pearls, and South Sea pearls.

Ms. Carrie explained to me how to distinguish real pearls from fake ones. There’s a rule for judjing fine pearls: the rounder and shinier, the better.

You will notice the photos on the wall showing foreign dignitaries visiting the shop: Margaret Thatcher, Putin’s wife, the Queen of Spain, and so on. The photos are proof of the charm of these Chinese pearls.

Next shop: antiques, jade jewelry and works of art

The Henan Plaza Beijing Hotel is very close to Chengtian Antique City in southeastern Beijing. If you want to visit some interesting antique shops, go to a shop that carries antiques, jade jewelry, and other Chinese artwork.

The shop owner Mr. Tang collected many antique porcelain wares, including vases, bowls, and plates. Some of them were antiques made in the Qing dynasty.

Mr. Tang, the shop owner, greeted me. He showed me a porcelain statue of Empress Dowager Cixi, a female ruler of the Qing dynasty. She sat on a stone bench with a big spotted dog. She was wearing a big black hat and a colorful button-down robe. Embroidered peonies and butterflies decorated her robe. In China, a peony represents wealth and status.

Jade jewelery items are also very popular here, including the pendants and bracelets. Jade symbolizes virtue and brings good health.

You can also find Chinese paintings, calligraphy, and wood carvings in this shop. They are all very good decorations for your room. So check it out on your way home to your Beijing hotel!