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Thursday, February 21, 2008
Discover How Your Home May Be Exposed to Burglars and What You Can Do To Prevent It
Did you know that most residential burglaries happen during the day? Why, because today so many people are regularly away from their house.
Just try to get someone on the phone who is actually at home during the day. Lets face it, we are constantly on the go. We are either working, doing errands, taking our kids to soccer, music lessons, or you name it. And who else is aware of this thats right, burglars!
Police will tell you that many burglaries are opportunistic. Burglars look for clues that tell them your home is just waiting to be robbed. They will compare potential benefits and risks before committing the crime. If a thief can tell that there is something of value in your house and that there is little chance of getting caught, guess who is going to have their home burglarized!
What are some things a thief looks for in making his assessment? Most of them are obvious, but we, being so busy, tend to ignore them Just by taking a few simple precautions you can make your house less appetizing for a burglar. Some examples are:
Stop leaving money or jewelry on the kitchen table or on the TV. Too many of us do it be honest! Its in plain view for anyone who comes to your door or looks in your window (and believe me, burglars are experts at doing this).
How about disposing of the box that your new, expensive plasma TV came in do you put the box outside in the trash for all to see? Why not cut the box up and put it into a bag. Yes, this takes a little time, but look at the possible alternative!
How often do you leave your garage door open for all the world to see your tools or other possessions? Even if you are in a great neighborhood, there are still people who ride around all day just looking for potential victims. If there is no car in the garage, what does that tell them you arent home! Keep your garage door closed!
And speaking of garages, if you use a padlock for your garage door, always keep it locked when the door is open, especially if you insist on leaving it open all day and/or all night. Burglars can remove the padlock, have a key made and then replace the padlock where it was. Guess whos going to visit you some night
Just another thought Discuss with your kids the importance of home security and tell them not to brag to their friends about how much money there is in the house or about their mothers jewelry. We all tell our children not to speak to strangers. But how about their friends? Thieves come in any size and age. Dont make your home a potential classroom for burglars.
Why do a burglars work for him? Just by taking a few simple precautions you can discourage a robber from targeting your house.
Larry Zolna
Larry Zolna -- LRZ Enterprises, Inc. helps people make their home, office and family safe and secure with home security and self defense products. Give your self an edge over an attacker and don't be the next victim. Please visit http://www.homeandselfprotection.com for more information.
Just try to get someone on the phone who is actually at home during the day. Lets face it, we are constantly on the go. We are either working, doing errands, taking our kids to soccer, music lessons, or you name it. And who else is aware of this thats right, burglars!
Police will tell you that many burglaries are opportunistic. Burglars look for clues that tell them your home is just waiting to be robbed. They will compare potential benefits and risks before committing the crime. If a thief can tell that there is something of value in your house and that there is little chance of getting caught, guess who is going to have their home burglarized!
What are some things a thief looks for in making his assessment? Most of them are obvious, but we, being so busy, tend to ignore them Just by taking a few simple precautions you can make your house less appetizing for a burglar. Some examples are:
Stop leaving money or jewelry on the kitchen table or on the TV. Too many of us do it be honest! Its in plain view for anyone who comes to your door or looks in your window (and believe me, burglars are experts at doing this).
How about disposing of the box that your new, expensive plasma TV came in do you put the box outside in the trash for all to see? Why not cut the box up and put it into a bag. Yes, this takes a little time, but look at the possible alternative!
How often do you leave your garage door open for all the world to see your tools or other possessions? Even if you are in a great neighborhood, there are still people who ride around all day just looking for potential victims. If there is no car in the garage, what does that tell them you arent home! Keep your garage door closed!
And speaking of garages, if you use a padlock for your garage door, always keep it locked when the door is open, especially if you insist on leaving it open all day and/or all night. Burglars can remove the padlock, have a key made and then replace the padlock where it was. Guess whos going to visit you some night
Just another thought Discuss with your kids the importance of home security and tell them not to brag to their friends about how much money there is in the house or about their mothers jewelry. We all tell our children not to speak to strangers. But how about their friends? Thieves come in any size and age. Dont make your home a potential classroom for burglars.
Why do a burglars work for him? Just by taking a few simple precautions you can discourage a robber from targeting your house.
Larry Zolna
Larry Zolna -- LRZ Enterprises, Inc. helps people make their home, office and family safe and secure with home security and self defense products. Give your self an edge over an attacker and don't be the next victim. Please visit http://www.homeandselfprotection.com for more information.
Work at Home - How to Choose a Home Based Business and Make Money Without Getting Scammed Part 2
ncreasingly people work out of their home to supplement their income every single day. Home based businesses offer a level freedom and flexibility unmatched by traditional means. This is a $430 Billion a year industry, that's more than the consumer industry, food industry and the pharmaceutical industry combined. By the time you finish reading this sentence someone new would have entered into a Home Based Business venture.
Don't buy into the hype, you will fail unless you go into this with a concise plan of action, the right mindset and start making the smart decisions from beginning. You've all heard of doing it right the first time. This begins with picking a work at home job or home based business opportunity that fits you, not the one claiming to make the most money in the shortest period of time. I would know, I've been down that road.
To start you out in the right direction here are a few work at home offers to avoid. Beware of paid survey and data entry scams. These seem to be all the rage these days. They promise an easy buck of course, but the facts are that very few people make any money filling out surveys and those that do make money make very little.
Here's how paid surveys work in a nut shell. You are paying for a list of companies who supposedly would pay you $1-$15 for filling out surveys which are sent to you by email. The companies on these lists are just as easily found by doing a search engine query yourself. You now have to sign up with each individual company on the list which does take a lot of time. Each company wants in-depth demographic data about you and your household under the guise of only sending you surveys you qualify for. You start receiving surveys almost instantly, though not all have an offer of cash most are points for various sweepstakes. The surveys that do offer cash initially would more than often enough claim that you did not quality for the cash after you filled out the survey and may then offer you points towards prizes and such.
Just about now you would be wondering why you had to fill out the demographic data if they were not going to send you qualified surveys. That question would soon be answered when your telephone starts ringing off the hook with sales calls conveniently geared towards you and your lifestyle, along with your junk mail intake going through the roof.
Another heavily promoted scam is data entry jobs. The technique itself is not the scam but more the language used to promote it. These are promoted as get rich by doing simple data entry; this is far from the truth. These Data Entry Jobs are simply affiliate programs, you are told to write ads promoting various products and services in hopes of getting a commission from any possible sales. This has gotten so bad that Google among other payment providers have been actively canceling owners and promoters of so called "data entry jobs" from their system.
Juan Mendez is a web entrepreneur and aspiring writer.
Don't buy into the hype, you will fail unless you go into this with a concise plan of action, the right mindset and start making the smart decisions from beginning. You've all heard of doing it right the first time. This begins with picking a work at home job or home based business opportunity that fits you, not the one claiming to make the most money in the shortest period of time. I would know, I've been down that road.
To start you out in the right direction here are a few work at home offers to avoid. Beware of paid survey and data entry scams. These seem to be all the rage these days. They promise an easy buck of course, but the facts are that very few people make any money filling out surveys and those that do make money make very little.
Here's how paid surveys work in a nut shell. You are paying for a list of companies who supposedly would pay you $1-$15 for filling out surveys which are sent to you by email. The companies on these lists are just as easily found by doing a search engine query yourself. You now have to sign up with each individual company on the list which does take a lot of time. Each company wants in-depth demographic data about you and your household under the guise of only sending you surveys you qualify for. You start receiving surveys almost instantly, though not all have an offer of cash most are points for various sweepstakes. The surveys that do offer cash initially would more than often enough claim that you did not quality for the cash after you filled out the survey and may then offer you points towards prizes and such.
Just about now you would be wondering why you had to fill out the demographic data if they were not going to send you qualified surveys. That question would soon be answered when your telephone starts ringing off the hook with sales calls conveniently geared towards you and your lifestyle, along with your junk mail intake going through the roof.
Another heavily promoted scam is data entry jobs. The technique itself is not the scam but more the language used to promote it. These are promoted as get rich by doing simple data entry; this is far from the truth. These Data Entry Jobs are simply affiliate programs, you are told to write ads promoting various products and services in hopes of getting a commission from any possible sales. This has gotten so bad that Google among other payment providers have been actively canceling owners and promoters of so called "data entry jobs" from their system.
Juan Mendez is a web entrepreneur and aspiring writer.
American Bulldog - The Facts Every Owner Of This Dog Breed Should Know
Descended from the English Bulldog, the American Bulldog was nearly extinct after World War II. Thanks to the efforts of John D. Summerville, this breed has returned from the edge of extinction and flourished in America. This working dog has been described as fiercely loyal, an excellent hunter, and wonderful family pet. In fact, some American Bulldogs are known for their extraordinary acts of bravery and courage when defending their masters.
There are two types of American Bulldog: Classic (also known as Johnson or Bully) and Standard (also known as Scott or Performance); however, many of today's American Bulldogs tend to be a combination of both. Standards tend to be shorter and stockier, causing them to sometimes be mistaken for their cousin the Pit Bull, but otherwise Classic and Standard American Bulldogs look similar to one another. American Bulldogs are primarily white though some may have patches of brindle or red. Their coats are short and wiry, feeling bristly and rough to the touch. American Bulldogs require relatively little maintenance thanks to this short coat, and only need the occasional bath and regular brushing with a stiff bristle brush. Their strong jaws give their heads a boxy and strong-looking appearance.
Male American Bulldogs will reach an average height of 22 to 27 inches and average weight of 75 to 125 pounds. Females will reach average heights of 20 to 25 inches and weights of 60 to 100 pounds. American Bulldogs will live, on average, 16 years. English Bulldogs were bred as working dogs that helped herd cattle and the American Bulldog retains some of these characteristics, particularly the strong jaw and equally strong personality. Though American Bulldogs are known as fierce protectors of their properties and masters (making them excellent guard and watch dogs), they are very gentle and good with both children and other family pets.
However, an American Bulldog is sometimes unaware of its own strength and for this reason, children should always be closely supervised when playing with this breed. In general, American Bulldogs can be difficult to train, as they are stubborn, but once consistently trained, will obey. American Bulldogs are suited for apartment life, as they tend to be relatively inactive indoors. However, they should be exercised at least once a day. Some American Bulldogs are prone to hip displaysia, but otherwise, are a healthy breed of dog.
There is a website that has great information on American Bulldogs and most other breeds of dogs. It has details that pertain to a dog breeds health, grooming, living conditions, best food choices and more, the website is called: Dog And Cat Facts, and can be found at this url:
http://www.dogandcatfacts.com
By Robert W. Benjamin
Copyright © 2006
You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety and without modification except for formatting needs or grammar corrections.
Robert W. Benjamin has been in the software business on the internet for over 5 years, and has been producing low-cost software for the past 25+ years. He first released products on the AMIGA and C64 computer systems in the late 1970's-80's.
There are two types of American Bulldog: Classic (also known as Johnson or Bully) and Standard (also known as Scott or Performance); however, many of today's American Bulldogs tend to be a combination of both. Standards tend to be shorter and stockier, causing them to sometimes be mistaken for their cousin the Pit Bull, but otherwise Classic and Standard American Bulldogs look similar to one another. American Bulldogs are primarily white though some may have patches of brindle or red. Their coats are short and wiry, feeling bristly and rough to the touch. American Bulldogs require relatively little maintenance thanks to this short coat, and only need the occasional bath and regular brushing with a stiff bristle brush. Their strong jaws give their heads a boxy and strong-looking appearance.
Male American Bulldogs will reach an average height of 22 to 27 inches and average weight of 75 to 125 pounds. Females will reach average heights of 20 to 25 inches and weights of 60 to 100 pounds. American Bulldogs will live, on average, 16 years. English Bulldogs were bred as working dogs that helped herd cattle and the American Bulldog retains some of these characteristics, particularly the strong jaw and equally strong personality. Though American Bulldogs are known as fierce protectors of their properties and masters (making them excellent guard and watch dogs), they are very gentle and good with both children and other family pets.
However, an American Bulldog is sometimes unaware of its own strength and for this reason, children should always be closely supervised when playing with this breed. In general, American Bulldogs can be difficult to train, as they are stubborn, but once consistently trained, will obey. American Bulldogs are suited for apartment life, as they tend to be relatively inactive indoors. However, they should be exercised at least once a day. Some American Bulldogs are prone to hip displaysia, but otherwise, are a healthy breed of dog.
There is a website that has great information on American Bulldogs and most other breeds of dogs. It has details that pertain to a dog breeds health, grooming, living conditions, best food choices and more, the website is called: Dog And Cat Facts, and can be found at this url:
http://www.dogandcatfacts.com
By Robert W. Benjamin
Copyright © 2006
You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety and without modification except for formatting needs or grammar corrections.
Robert W. Benjamin has been in the software business on the internet for over 5 years, and has been producing low-cost software for the past 25+ years. He first released products on the AMIGA and C64 computer systems in the late 1970's-80's.
Is a Chihuahua the Right Dog for You?
The answer to this question lies in getting to know more about these little dogs. Chihuahua dogs are the smallest of all breeds. Most weigh in at 6 pounds or less and they only stand about 6 to 9 inches tall. They come in a variety of colors and have both long and short hair. Understanding the aspects of a Chihuahuas personality and needs can help a person determine if this is the right breed of dog for them.
A Chihuahua is a delicate looking dog. It is born with a soft spot, like humans, but in a Chihuahua the soft spot may never close. They are very energetic and love to play. If left alone a chihuahua may tear into anything they can rip apart, like toilet paper or other trash. They have a natural tendency to become attached to one or two people whom they are become very loyal and protective. Chihuahua dogs love attention. They also have a long life span, up to 16 years. Due to their small body size they are not very good at tolerating cold temperatures. They also require minimal grooming, only needing one bath per month and an occasional brushing. They can be hard to train, but once trained are very well behaved.
These traits of a chihuahua make him ideal for some owners and not so ideal for others. They are great for those who live in an apartment or other smaller, restricted area as they do not need a large space for exercise.
They are not good with children because of their delicate and nervous nature. Also they do not get along with other breeds of dogs, so a person with other pets would not make a good owner for Chihuahua puppies. The best owner for a chihuahua dog is an adult without other pets or children, who can devote plenty of attention to it.
Reese Spiers is an avid dog lover and writer. You can learn more about chihuahuas by visiting his website http://www.all-chihuahuas.com.
A Chihuahua is a delicate looking dog. It is born with a soft spot, like humans, but in a Chihuahua the soft spot may never close. They are very energetic and love to play. If left alone a chihuahua may tear into anything they can rip apart, like toilet paper or other trash. They have a natural tendency to become attached to one or two people whom they are become very loyal and protective. Chihuahua dogs love attention. They also have a long life span, up to 16 years. Due to their small body size they are not very good at tolerating cold temperatures. They also require minimal grooming, only needing one bath per month and an occasional brushing. They can be hard to train, but once trained are very well behaved.
These traits of a chihuahua make him ideal for some owners and not so ideal for others. They are great for those who live in an apartment or other smaller, restricted area as they do not need a large space for exercise.
They are not good with children because of their delicate and nervous nature. Also they do not get along with other breeds of dogs, so a person with other pets would not make a good owner for Chihuahua puppies. The best owner for a chihuahua dog is an adult without other pets or children, who can devote plenty of attention to it.
Reese Spiers is an avid dog lover and writer. You can learn more about chihuahuas by visiting his website http://www.all-chihuahuas.com.
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