Take Charge of Your Vacation

Thinking back, what was your most unforgettable trip? What made it the best trip ever? Was it the place? That was probably a major component. Though, the people who accompanied you were instrumental in making it memorable. Sometimes a pleasant holiday with your friends and/or family is really all you seek. And other times, you want to get a

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An Intro to Herbs in Your Garden

Natural herb gardening is a topic that many gardeners are drawn to. These plants are easy to grow and have the appeal of instant gratification, as they can be used in soups, marinades, and other recipes. Though you may think you have to get out and prune regularly with an herb garden this is not accurate, but even better you can keep it going all 1

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Bernini: The Genius Behind Italy's Most Impressive Fountains

The Barcaccia, a stunning fountain constructed at the base of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna, was Bernini's earliest fountain. Roman locals and site seers who enjoy verbal exchanges as well as being the company of others still go to this spot. The streets surrounding his water fountain have come to be one of the city’s mo

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Indoor Wall Water Fountains Can Help You

Indoor fountains have been used for many years as helpful elements to create calming, stress free surroundings for patients in clinics and wellness programs. The calming effect of flowing water can lead people into a meditative state.The sounds produced by indoor water features are also thought to bolster the pace of recovery. A number of ailments

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Statues As a Staple of Vintage Art in Historic Greece

The initial freestanding sculpture was developed by the Archaic Greeks, a recognized accomplishment since until then the sole carvings in existence were reliefs cut into walls and pillars. Kouros figures, sculptures of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks, made up the greater part of the statues. The kouroi, considered by the Greeks to ex

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