What is CumbiaCumbia is the dance of courtship and the dance of freedom and liberty. I began learning cumbia in Nayarit, and later Mazatlan, and finally Tijuana. Mexican Cumbia has a diverse history as far as music and dance style goes. My view of cumbia is viewed through the Mexican Cumbia. Cumbia...
An enabler is someone who—despite knowing that a behavior is destructive or harmful—allows a loved one to continue to do it. It is frequently used in the context of addiction. For example, an alcoholic may have an enabler friend who still encourages him to go to a bar, ‘just for one round.’ Or a...
Also known as the Chodsky Pes or the Chodenhund, it is believed to be the predecessor of the German Shepherd having reportedly been in existence in the Czech Republic since the 1300s and professionally bred since the 1500s. The Bohemian Shepherd is a medium-sized dog standing at 19 to 22 inches...
Hoisin sauce is a popular ingredient in Chinese dishes. It is sometimes called “Asia’s barbecue sauce” and is often used in basting grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce. It is a key element in the much-loved “Peking Duck” though it is also used in stir-fries, saute’s and even Asian salads. Hoisin...
The Carlin Pinscher is considered a “developing breed” as it is still in the process of having its pedigree documented. It was originally called the Pug-Pin as it began as a cross between the Pug and the Miniature Pinscher. This toy dog breed weighs 12 to 14 pounds and stands 11 to 13 inches. The...
Escargot is one of the more distinct dishes in French cuisine. Escargot are snails that are served with any number of sauces. There is a common belief that the word “escargot” refers to a particular dish, but in fact it is a “common” word that is used to describe or refer to edible snails. When...
Let's face it: Craiglist has become the most popular way to quickly sell stuff you no longer want or need. It's convenient, but it's also a great way to get scammed or worse. There are plenty of examples of Craigslist armed robberies, and they're not limited to just crime-ridden big...
Life offers many opportunities to meet, flirt, and procure dates. There are plenty of fish in the sea and often it's just a matter of finding a place to cast. You just have to know where to reel them in. And who knows, you may just fall - hook, line, and sinker, into the sea of love. Online...
The Social Security Administration just released statistics for the 100 Most Popular Boys Names for 2010. The baby name list was based upon information collected until May of last year. Here are the 2010's 100 Most Popular Boy's Names per the folks at NameLab: 1. Jacob2. Ethan3. Michael4....
Thanks to shows like 'Hoarders', we have an insightful look at the lifestyle that a lot of Americans are actually living.
