Francesca Black

Preparing Children for Emergencies

Intense circumstances create high amounts of stress, not only for adults, but children also. Whether it is a fire, flood or earthquake, children need to know what to do and how to do it in order to minimize stress and anxiety. Have you heard stories on th... Read >

Home Security Measures That Go a Long Way

Anyone is susceptible to robbery, home invasion, or assault. Criminals often survey their target before entering and taking a few precautions will make your home and those who dwell there less likely to be victimized. Those who have experienced someone co... Read >

Celebrate Valentines With Friends and Family

You don't have a special someone to celebrate Valentine's Day with? Invite friends or family over and enjoy Valentine's day with them. Here are some theme ideas for a fun and lighthearted evening. Classic Movie Night What better movie than Casablanc... Read >

Faith and Culture Combine

Stroll into the small farming community of Shipshewana, Indiana and be surrounded by a culture rarely found anywhere. The town of around 536 people hosts about 500,000 visitors each year. What is the big attraction? This area of Northern Indiana is home t... Read >

The History of Hemp

Both George Washington and Thomas Jefferson grew hemp on their plantations. Ben Franklin owned a mill that made hemp paper. Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence on hemp paper. Hemp is a highly evolved plant species and is not genetically e... Read >

Protect Yourself From a Home Invasion

There are lots of small things that homeowners can do to deter a burglar. Follow these simple steps to protect your home from a burglar. If you have a lot of jewelry, valuable documents, cash or other negotiable items, consider installing a safe or a b... Read >

Keep Romance Alive

Keep the romance in a relationship alive with these quick tips.PlanningIf you are married, or living together its still important to get out of the house. Go on a date without children or friends at least once a month. Planning can often makes the differe... Read >

Dog Obedience Training

Play training remains important part of dog obedience right through the training and trialling stages. Puppies are easily distracted and test the patience of even the most patient souls. Trainers must remember the time you spend training your puppy now wi... Read >

Who's Who in UFology Today

Below are ten names of the most educated, respected UFologists alive today. By studying their theories and published works, you will be on the forefront of Ufology research. Jerome Clark: Researcher and writer. He attended South Dakota State University... Read >

Aromatherapy in Labor and Delivery

The time has come. After nine months of anticipation you are standing at the door, suitcase at the ready, stopwatch in hand. You've timed the contractions at every two to five minutes on the dot, and as the drama of birth opens its curtains before your ve... Read >

Innovative Uses for Hemp

Copyright 2006 Francesca Black There are more than 25,000 known uses for hemp. Almost any product that can be made from wood, cotton, or petroleum, including plastics can be made from hemp. Hemp is considered the world's most versatile fiber. The fi... Read >

Trekker versus Trekkie: The Controversy

Copyright 2006 Francesca Black So what is the difference between a trekker and a trekkie? The short answer is: nothing. According to Wikipedia, the all-knowing, on-line encyclopedia, both terms denote a fan of the Star Trek science fiction franchise. S... Read >

Galactic Empire, a Space-age Third Reich

Born in May of 1944, in Modesto, California, George Lucas lived a world away from the horrors of Fascist Germany. Yet its imprint is more than evident in Lucas' life's work and creative brainchild, the Star Wars Saga. Admitting that the Galactic Empire wa... Read >

What is Cyberstalking?

Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Protection from Cyberstalking Computers and the Internet are becoming indispensable parts of America's culture, and cyberstalking is a growing threat. What is Cyberstalking? Cyberstalking can be defined as threateni... Read >

Romantic Movies

Copyright 2006 Francesca Black Nothing beats a romantic night at home, snuggled up on a coach watching a romantic movie. Stop at your local video store and find a movie sure to capture the heart of your mate. Here are some of the best all time romantic... Read >