The "Memory" Collector
The "Memory" CollectorEveryone collects something right? It may be baseball cards, hats, or some other type of sports memorabilia. Even if you don't consider yourself a collector of anything, you may be and don't even know it. How about the collection of tools in the cellar you don't really use, but you have to have them! Even maybe all those movies laying around you no longer watch, sounds like a collection to me.More common items people typically collect are things like, coins, military items, guns, and sports items. Generally it will be something that once interested a person, had an impact on their lives or they just simply enjoyed. Me, I am a collector of shot glasses.
What it was that spawned the interest is beyond me, I think it may have started in college. I now have a collection of over 300 shot glasses, and yes, I have had at least 1 shot of some type of a concoction from each one of them. Looking at them now, they are reminders of places I have been, and things I have done. Every one of them has a story to be told, the memories flood my mind every time I pick one up. None of my shot glasses really have any monetary value, but I would never part with them, as a collection, they are proof of my existence if kept together.
I have searched the internet to find the reasons why others collect shot glasses. This quote was found on a personal site of an obvious diehard Hard Rock Caf? shot glass collector; "My goal is to display each of the shot glasses that have been available over the years from The Hard Rock Cafes and The Hard Rock Hotel." Needless to say, the man(or woman) has their work cut out for them to complete that collection. My next quote comes from another personal web site; "I love my shot glasses! Currently I own almost 400 of the mini drinking vessels. My friends insist that one day we have a party where each glass gets used at least once. I don't have enough floor space for when they pass out! For now, I am content to hanging these puppies on the wall.
My other loves are Pink Flamingos and Oreo Cookies, but they haven't overwhelmed an entire room yet. Give me time." This collector just loves collecting them, no rhyme or reason why, she just enjoys the act of doing so. I am sure it is clear to you by now that the reasons why people collect many times are very different. They range from being a simple hobby, all the way to self preservation. Sometimes people collections end up in museums after they have past on.
The Smithsonian Institution is living proof of that. So no matter what it is you collect just remember, next time you go somewhere, bring a memory home with you.AUTHOR BIO: writes for Http://www.ShotGlassShelf.com ? Display Cases for the Shot Glass Collector, and Http://www.Secret-Deals.com ? Every day discounts on Brand Name Merchandise. Articles can be found on the sites along with a wealth of other information.Please feel free to use this article in your Newsletter or on your website. If you use this article, please include the resource box and send a brief message to let me know where it appeared; Mailto:webmaster@secret-deals.com.
David Kunstek writes for Http://www.ShotGlassShelf.com ? Display Cases for the Shot Glass Collector, and Http://www.Secret-Deals.com ? Every day discounts on Brand Name MerchandisePlease feel free to use this article in your Newsletter or on your website. If you use this article, please include the resource box and send a brief message to let me know where it appeared; Mailto:webmaster@secret-deals.comFlattering Swimwear for Everyone ? Yes, Even YOU!
"There are so many styles of swimwear to choose from, especially if you are a women. With more options than ever, all women regardless of size or shape, can feel stylish wearing swimwear at the pool or on the beach this season."Summertime is inevitably a season when we all at some time or another bring out the swimwear. Whether it is at the beach, camping or the cottage, the warm weather and tantalizing water encourages a refreshing swim. There are some on the other hand who may not even use their swimwear for the water but who like to sit in the sun's rays and give their skin the glow of summer. Whatever use you have for your bikini or swimwear the wonderful assortment of fabrics, styles and accessories will have you out and about enjoying the fine weather.There are some of us who don't exactly look forward to this time of year when we have to bring out the swimwear and bikinis in hopes that those couple of extra pounds gained over the year won't have us bulging out of the seams. <...
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ADD / ADHD Children : Being Your Child's Best Friend
Do you live with an ADD / ADHD child? If so-- my hat is off to you! ADD / ADHD children are brilliant, full of energy, smart as a whip (as grandma says), and tons of work. They are also the rising sun and the setting star: meaning much of life revolves around them in one way or another. One tactic you might employ is to: be your child's best friend.Hear me out just a bit. I am not promoting parents in "jammies" all day-- everyday, messy homes filled with increasing whirlwind clutter that no-one attends to, nor hot dogs and pizza nightly just to avoid more arguing with an ADD / ADHD child.I am suggesting the reminder we all need with these special needs children: keep perspective.And yes-- try thinking along the lines of being best friends with your child.Best friends are people who look out for the best interest of another. Best friends have a special tolerance for each other.
Best friends set aside time to truly know each other and how each other thinks and feels.Best friends...
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Mood-lites? makes great first impression with celebrities like Hilary Duff and more, so it is officially time to Get Ur Mood On?!
(ContentDesk) August 16, 2005 -- Time to switch off those white, ordinary light bulbs ? Mood-lites? are here!
Officially a hit with the celebrities, the gem-colored light bulbs called Mood-lites? are taking over the lighting industry with a cool glow akin to a candle.
Available in seven moods ranging from Tranquility to Energy, Mood-lites? are now available nationwide at Linens-N-Things and select Bed, Bath, & Beyond stores and spas across the nation.
Celebrities got to check them out backstage for the first time at the Teen Choice Awards ? and gave fantastic feedback.
Hilary Duff's favorite mood was Serenity (as shown in photo at the Celebrity Retreat produced by Backstage Creations at the Teen Choice Awards, photo courtesy of wireimage.com / Mark Sullivan).
Hilary just loved the unique turquoise color.
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Titan Poker Club Launches Forum for Online Poker Players
(ContentDesk) June 12, 2006 -- Titan Poker Club's much-anticipated forum launch is official.
The poker player's forum is now up-and-running.
All online poker players are invited to become a part of the community created by Titan Poker Club.
Titan Poker Club is very excited about the new discussion board, and to celebrate, draws for t-shirts, hats, cash and other poker merchandise will be conducted throughout June and July.Online poker players can join the new forum immediately by visiting:www.titanpokerclub.com/forumThe forum provides Titan Poker Club members with an avenue to post thoughts related to poker and online gambling.
As well, poker players are provided with online poker bonus codes and bonus links to boost bankroll when joining new online poker rooms.
The various forum topics include: Information about Upcoming Titan Poker Club Events (such as freeroll tourneys and...
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Montana Cowboy Applies Business Experience To Career in Country Music
(ContentDesk) April 2, 2006 -- Singing on stage to thousands of screaming fans is a common daydream to people all over the world. To some, it is a quintessential American Dream.
The mind-numbing popularity of American Idol is a testament to our love affair with the music industry.
Literally thousands of wannabe singers show up at tryouts for the show, with the vast majority going home disappointed.
Record labels receive hundreds of unsolicited submissions every week from artists who are desperate to have their music heard by the masses.
Many wonder if its even possible to succeed these days without major label support.
Can you find success on your own as a musical artist?Since the day he first heard Elvis Presley, Mitchell John wanted to be an entertainer.
After years of dreaming about it, John, at the age of 33, decided to take matters into his own hands.
Through years of hard work and perseverance, John has finally realized...
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