Is He Recycleable

March 25, 2009 Entertainment No Comments

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Throughout the years Michael Jackson has met with enormous physical changes. From the early years as a youngster with the Jackson 5 it was clear what his ethnicity was, but into his early twenties the first of many changes began. Most reported that he was using the services of Elizabeth Taylors  plastic surgeons. It all began with the  restructuring  of his nose, changing it from that of an African American to that of a  Caucasian . This continued from the Billie Jean era and that of Thriller to The Bad Album. As Michael’s music evolved so did  his  appearance , becoming more and more white looking even to the story where he stated he had a rare skin disease . But did the cheek implants and the clef  in  his chin also develop from the same illness. He is definitely a very odd person, yet his music and his raw physical talent is undeniable he was and remains The King of Pop. It will take an extremely unique individual to take his place. No one has had the talent and popularity of Michael Jackson since The Beatles. At That time it took 4 Beatles to knock Elvis from his throne. It will definitely  take more that one person to dethrone the King Of pop even with all his  excrescencies.                 

CMHC Healthy Homes

March 24, 2009 REAL ESTATE No Comments

imagesCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) honoured Terra View Homes today under the CMHC Healthy HousingTM Recognition Program for its efforts in building healthier homes.”CMHC recognizes Terra View Homes for its dedication to building healthy, energy efficient homes that also incorporate design principles for seniors who plan to remain in their home for as long as possible,” said Peter Friedmann, Ontario General Manager, CMHC.

Terra View Homes integrate on-site renewable energy, rainwater harvesting and grey water recycling systems in their Guelph Rotary Green Dream Home, which is currently under construction. The home’s features include recycled building materials, locally-produced stone and brick, and improved indoor air quality through the use of zero emission products and superior ventilation. The barrier-free design can be adapted to meet changing occupant needs and reduces future renovation costs.

“The entire staff at Terra View Homes feel that this is the perfect opportunity to showcase a way of building a healthier, more energy efficient home, which will have positive health benefits while reducing the impact of construction on the environment,” said David Brix, Vice President, Terra View Homes.

Terra View Homes is based in Guelph, Ontario and builds award-winning homes in the Guelph, Waterloo, Kitchener and Cambridge areas. The company has completed more than 3,000 homes in the past 18 years. The company was recognized by CMHC on February 7 at the Guelph and District Home Builders’ Association Annual President’s Ball.

CMHC Healthy HousingTM Recognition Program honours builders and others in Ontario who put their knowledge of CMHC’s five Healthy HousingTM principles into practice. These five principles include: occupant health, energy efficiency, resource efficiency, environmental responsibility, and affordability. The program recognizes housing industry professionals who demonstrate their knowledge by building, renovating or designing a home that meets criteria under the principles.

As Canada’s national housing agency, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) draws on more than 60 years of experience to help Canadians access a variety of quality, environmentally sustainable, and affordable homes – homes that will continue to create vibrant and healthy communities and cities across the country.

GET RID OF THAT INNER THIGH JIGGLE!!!

March 24, 2009 Health/Fitness No Comments

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The LUNGE is a perfect way to tone and strengthen those legs! There are many different ways you can perform a lunge, here are some ways:

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1. walking lunge

2.stationary Lunge

3.pulsing lunge

4. plyometric jumping lunge

Lunges are a fantastic exercise to help tone and create nice shape to the legs. It works your quads,hamstrings,inner outer thighs, and glutes. You want to remember when performing these exercise you want your legs to be parallel with the floor the extended knee should not go passed your knee,and the supporting leg should never touch the floor. Your want to remember to keep your posture straight you can put your arms out to help you out with balance if needed. For a more advanced workout, you can hold on to dumbbells when doing a walking lunge or stationary lunge, this  will add more resistance and burn to the muscles.

The first time you try lunges, be prepared to feel it the next day. that’s usually when you feel the burning and tightness. But in the next couple of weeks you will start to notice a change in your definition in your legs, and watch the giggle VANISH!

 

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Home Buyer's Checklist

March 24, 2009 REAL ESTATE No Comments

Here are just a few things that you Buyer’s out there should consider when you are looking at that dream home:

Check zoning, building regulations and municipal plans for the area. They may affect any plans you may have for additions or renovations.
Estimate the resale potential of the house. This is an important consideration, especially if you may need to relocate again soon.
Drive through the area and evaluate the level of essential services. Check transportation and shopping facilities. Look at the proximity and types of schools in the area.
Carefully examine all aspects of the house’s construction, including plumbing, wiring and foundation walls. Bring along an expert if you feel unable to assess these properly. We have seen more and more clients exercising a house inspection company to look at the home in detail. Ask your realtor for the name of a reputable firm. Costs vary but are in the $300. range and the inspection provides a level of comfort which can be well worth the cost.
Try to determine what repairs you may be faced with over the coming years. Check the condition of the roof, capacity of electrical services, age of furnace and driveway paving. If you think your space needs may change, look for renovation potential – size of lot, exposure, room layout and so on.
Consider all expenditures you may have to make over and above actual purchase cost; repairs, furniture, landscaping, renovations, decorating and moving.
Be prepared for unexpected costs such as legal and survey costs, appraisal fees, land transfer tax and be aware of increased monthly costs like water, gas and electricity bills, especially when moving into a larger home.

Bruce Willis Ties The Knot Again

March 24, 2009 Entertainment No Comments

Bruce Willis married Lingerie model Emma Heming in Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos islands this past Saturday. The 54 year old actor and 30 year old model will conclude their wedding with a civil service in California.
In attendance was Willis’s former wife Demi and boyfriend Ashton Kuchter along with Demi’s and Bruce’s 3 daughters, Rumer 20, Sout 17 and 15 year old Tallulah belle. Also said to be in attendance was Madonna.
Kuchter posted on Twitter ” watching my wife steaming my suit in a bikini , I Love God.” He later stated my wife was in a bikini that’s what makes it so glorious.
Bruce’s marriage which had lasted 13 years ended in 2000 and he has been dating Emma for about a year.
In 2007 Bruce hinted he would like to marry again and perhaps have a son or two and another daughter.
I just haven’t met anyone I would like to have kids with but that’s the great t5hing about being a guy it doesn’t matter how old you get.

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