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    How to Make a Residual Income From Home
    Would you like to make money even when you don't go to work, while you are sleeping and even while you are away on vacation? In order to do this you need to have your work continue to pay you even when you stop working. Like a money machine that, once started, continues to operate even when you aren't there. Well there actually is such as thing... It's called residual income, and with some time and effort you can be earning it.Residual income means that once you have set the wheels in motion you will continue to make money - possibly forever! Who wouldn't want to have a home based business that puts money in your pocket day and night, whether you are there working or not?Is residual income
    emphatic “No!” or “Yuck!” to that question, but like something straight out of a horror movie, you might react in horror to realize that you probably are burning animal fat in your home when you burn paraffin candles.

    That's because many paraffin candles contain large amounts of animal fats to give them a more textured or rustic look.

    So what's the alternative?

    Believe it or not, the answer comes from soybeans.

    The soy plant produces a waxy substance that not only burns cooler, but can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin wax.

    Since soy wax is derived from plants, it’s a renewable resource that's a pleasure for candle makers to work with.

    Some of the surprising benefits of soy candles include:

    * Burn with no toxins, carcinogens or choking soot.
    * Burn up to 50% longer than paraffin candles.
    * Cru

    Sales Process - How to Avoid Wasting Time on Prospects Who CAN'T or WON'T Buy
    Do you have blind faith that, if you can somehow convince a prospect to engage in a sales cycle, you will eventually make a sale? If you do, watch out! This belief can waste your time, effort, and company resources.Unfortunately, time and resource investments do not inevitably produce sales. How many of the opportunities in your pipeline have been stalled at the same step in the sales cycle for weeks…or months? In how many opportunities have you and your company invested enormous amounts of time, energy and resources (conducting product demonstrations, writing lengthy proposals, providing product evaluations, etc.), only to have the prospect decide they don't WANT to buy, or prove INCAPABLE of fu
    Did you know that most candles are made from the sludge in the bottom of a barrel of oil which is bleached and texturized with a chemical called acrolein?

    They're called paraffin candles and burning one puts all the same horrible toxins and carcinogens (cancer causing agents) into the air in your home that burning diesel fuel in your home would.

    The National Candle Association estimates that more than 7 million people in the US alone burn candles every year.

    But testing by the EPA has confirmed that those candles, and the smoke and soot they give off, contain several dangerous chemicals in significant quantities. These chemicals include known or probable carcinogens, neurotoxins and reproductive toxins.

    The American Lung Association also warns that burning paraffin candles can emit toxins (in measurable amounts) into your home's air.

    It might shock you to learn that after burning just a few paraffin candles in your home, the overall effect on the quality of the air in your home could be worse than the air in major cities like Los Angeles!

    Not only is your health affected, but the health of your pets and children as well.

    Cathy Flanders who has been at the forefront of addressing health and safety issues involving candles says, "With the current 'candle-craze' and increased candle burning in homes, expectant Moms need to be aware of the fact that the emissions from some candles are toxic, reproductive toxins, neuro-toxins and/or carcinogens. This has been a growing cause for concern for the EPA and children's health agencies."

    And it might hit your pocket book soon too. Not only is the price of oil spiraling out of control, but you might have a nasty surprise the next time you go to renew your homeowners insurance.

    The NIA Group (Insurance and Financial Services) lists the following problems with paraffin candles in an article on their website:

    1) Reduces the internal air quality in your home.

    2) Damage by particulate deposits on interior and exterior walls, carpets, furniture, appliances, window treatments, floors and other surfaces.

    3) Contributes to health problems from inhaling particulate matter or ingesting harmful chemicals.

    4) Spews hazardous chemicals that are either in the paraffin wax, the wick, or are present when paraffin wax is burned....Acetone, Benzene, Trichlorofluoromethane, Carbon Disulfide, 2-Butanone, Trichloroethane, Trichloroethene, Carbon Tetrachloride, Tetrachloroethene, Toluene, Chlorobenzene, Ethylbenzene, Styrene, Xylene, Phenol, Cresol, Cyclopentene and Lead

    They go on to say...

    "Another surprise is that the candle-making industry is not required to tell consumers about the ingredients used in their products, including when a wick is used which contains a lead core."

    No one knows for sure if paraffin candles cause cancer, but there are at least 4 cancer-causing chemicals associated with paraffin candles.

    The EPA lists these chemicals on their website:

    1) Benzene (EPA classification as Group A, known human carcinogen).

    2) Carbon Tetrachloride (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    3) Trichloroethane (EPA classification as Group C, possible human carcinogen).

    4) Toluene (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    Would you burn animal fat in your home?

    Most of us would answer an emphatic “No!” or “Yuck!” to that question, but like something straight out of a horror movie, you might react in horror to realize that you probably are burning animal fat in your home when you burn paraffin candles.

    That's because many paraffin candles contain large amounts of animal fats to give them a more textured or rustic look.

    So what's the alternative?

    Believe it or not, the answer comes from soybeans.

    The soy plant produces a waxy substance that not only burns cooler, but can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin wax.

    Since soy wax is derived from plants, it’s a renewable resource that's a pleasure for candle makers to work with.

    Some of the surprising benefits of soy candles include:

    * Burn with no toxins, carcinogens or choking soot.
    * Burn up to 50% longer than paraffin candles.
    * Crue

    Surviving the Fall Allergy Season
    Fall is the season of change. It is really beautiful to see the leaves go from a healthy green to a lively orange before the dead of winter claim them. I used to always look forward for fall when I used to live in upstate New York. However the changing weather, from summer to fall or from winter to spring find me at my most miserable time. You see, I suffer from various allergies and it is absolutely horrible with the running nose, the itchy and watery eyes and finally the marathon sneezing, as if my body is trying to break the world record for longest continuous sneezes. These are the worst of all symptoms because they leave me lifeless and exhausted.To alleviate the symptoms, I left New Yo
    ome's air.

    It might shock you to learn that after burning just a few paraffin candles in your home, the overall effect on the quality of the air in your home could be worse than the air in major cities like Los Angeles!

    Not only is your health affected, but the health of your pets and children as well.

    Cathy Flanders who has been at the forefront of addressing health and safety issues involving candles says, "With the current 'candle-craze' and increased candle burning in homes, expectant Moms need to be aware of the fact that the emissions from some candles are toxic, reproductive toxins, neuro-toxins and/or carcinogens. This has been a growing cause for concern for the EPA and children's health agencies."

    And it might hit your pocket book soon too. Not only is the price of oil spiraling out of control, but you might have a nasty surprise the next time you go to renew your homeowners insurance.

    The NIA Group (Insurance and Financial Services) lists the following problems with paraffin candles in an article on their website:

    1) Reduces the internal air quality in your home.

    2) Damage by particulate deposits on interior and exterior walls, carpets, furniture, appliances, window treatments, floors and other surfaces.

    3) Contributes to health problems from inhaling particulate matter or ingesting harmful chemicals.

    4) Spews hazardous chemicals that are either in the paraffin wax, the wick, or are present when paraffin wax is burned....Acetone, Benzene, Trichlorofluoromethane, Carbon Disulfide, 2-Butanone, Trichloroethane, Trichloroethene, Carbon Tetrachloride, Tetrachloroethene, Toluene, Chlorobenzene, Ethylbenzene, Styrene, Xylene, Phenol, Cresol, Cyclopentene and Lead

    They go on to say...

    "Another surprise is that the candle-making industry is not required to tell consumers about the ingredients used in their products, including when a wick is used which contains a lead core."

    No one knows for sure if paraffin candles cause cancer, but there are at least 4 cancer-causing chemicals associated with paraffin candles.

    The EPA lists these chemicals on their website:

    1) Benzene (EPA classification as Group A, known human carcinogen).

    2) Carbon Tetrachloride (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    3) Trichloroethane (EPA classification as Group C, possible human carcinogen).

    4) Toluene (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    Would you burn animal fat in your home?

    Most of us would answer an emphatic “No!” or “Yuck!” to that question, but like something straight out of a horror movie, you might react in horror to realize that you probably are burning animal fat in your home when you burn paraffin candles.

    That's because many paraffin candles contain large amounts of animal fats to give them a more textured or rustic look.

    So what's the alternative?

    Believe it or not, the answer comes from soybeans.

    The soy plant produces a waxy substance that not only burns cooler, but can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin wax.

    Since soy wax is derived from plants, it’s a renewable resource that's a pleasure for candle makers to work with.

    Some of the surprising benefits of soy candles include:

    * Burn with no toxins, carcinogens or choking soot.
    * Burn up to 50% longer than paraffin candles.
    * Cru

    High Yield Savings Accounts
    Savings accounts are operated by a commercial bank or mutual savings bank, and are backed by the FDIC up to the limits indicated. Money in savings accounts earn interest over time, helping to grow your wealth. The amount of interest savings accounts earn is dependent upon the type of savings account and the establishment where you save your money. Interest rates are also dependent upon the economy’s current condition.In 2007, the national savings account interest rates for bank accounts is about 2%. Many people prefer to save their money in organizations that offer high yield savings accounts. Primarily, online banks are able to provide higher rates of interest for savings accounts.<
    nasty surprise the next time you go to renew your homeowners insurance.

    The NIA Group (Insurance and Financial Services) lists the following problems with paraffin candles in an article on their website:

    1) Reduces the internal air quality in your home.

    2) Damage by particulate deposits on interior and exterior walls, carpets, furniture, appliances, window treatments, floors and other surfaces.

    3) Contributes to health problems from inhaling particulate matter or ingesting harmful chemicals.

    4) Spews hazardous chemicals that are either in the paraffin wax, the wick, or are present when paraffin wax is burned....Acetone, Benzene, Trichlorofluoromethane, Carbon Disulfide, 2-Butanone, Trichloroethane, Trichloroethene, Carbon Tetrachloride, Tetrachloroethene, Toluene, Chlorobenzene, Ethylbenzene, Styrene, Xylene, Phenol, Cresol, Cyclopentene and Lead

    They go on to say...

    "Another surprise is that the candle-making industry is not required to tell consumers about the ingredients used in their products, including when a wick is used which contains a lead core."

    No one knows for sure if paraffin candles cause cancer, but there are at least 4 cancer-causing chemicals associated with paraffin candles.

    The EPA lists these chemicals on their website:

    1) Benzene (EPA classification as Group A, known human carcinogen).

    2) Carbon Tetrachloride (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    3) Trichloroethane (EPA classification as Group C, possible human carcinogen).

    4) Toluene (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    Would you burn animal fat in your home?

    Most of us would answer an emphatic “No!” or “Yuck!” to that question, but like something straight out of a horror movie, you might react in horror to realize that you probably are burning animal fat in your home when you burn paraffin candles.

    That's because many paraffin candles contain large amounts of animal fats to give them a more textured or rustic look.

    So what's the alternative?

    Believe it or not, the answer comes from soybeans.

    The soy plant produces a waxy substance that not only burns cooler, but can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin wax.

    Since soy wax is derived from plants, it’s a renewable resource that's a pleasure for candle makers to work with.

    Some of the surprising benefits of soy candles include:

    * Burn with no toxins, carcinogens or choking soot.
    * Burn up to 50% longer than paraffin candles.
    * Cru

    We Can Control Snow Storms
    Wow, what timing! Denver International airport-snowed in for 1-3 days! What does this writer suggest can be done to remediate the situation? Actually many things!First, while man can eliminate snow falling [but since it is an important component of natural weather cooling and thus, a supplier of inevitable ground and reservoir water], one should not do so!However, what can we do if we find ourselves in a snow struck area and we want the blizzard to get past us quickly?Before I make you laugh too much, let me give you a very specific example of this being done today on a much smaller, temporary basis.Fifteen years ago, I was sent to work in Canada during January. I was unfortu
    Cresol, Cyclopentene and Lead

    They go on to say...

    "Another surprise is that the candle-making industry is not required to tell consumers about the ingredients used in their products, including when a wick is used which contains a lead core."

    No one knows for sure if paraffin candles cause cancer, but there are at least 4 cancer-causing chemicals associated with paraffin candles.

    The EPA lists these chemicals on their website:

    1) Benzene (EPA classification as Group A, known human carcinogen).

    2) Carbon Tetrachloride (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    3) Trichloroethane (EPA classification as Group C, possible human carcinogen).

    4) Toluene (EPA classification as Group B2 probable human carcinogen).

    Would you burn animal fat in your home?

    Most of us would answer an emphatic “No!” or “Yuck!” to that question, but like something straight out of a horror movie, you might react in horror to realize that you probably are burning animal fat in your home when you burn paraffin candles.

    That's because many paraffin candles contain large amounts of animal fats to give them a more textured or rustic look.

    So what's the alternative?

    Believe it or not, the answer comes from soybeans.

    The soy plant produces a waxy substance that not only burns cooler, but can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin wax.

    Since soy wax is derived from plants, it’s a renewable resource that's a pleasure for candle makers to work with.

    Some of the surprising benefits of soy candles include:

    * Burn with no toxins, carcinogens or choking soot.
    * Burn up to 50% longer than paraffin candles.
    * Cru

    Paralegals - What Exactly Do They Do?
    So, what's a lawyer got that a paralegal does not?Well, there's that law degree diploma hanging on the wall. And that hefty fee that comes with an office visit.While there are some limitations to what a paralegal can do, chances are that most of your attorney's work is done by a paralegal, a legal assistant that he or she trusts to know the law and the documents being prepared. Be thankful - the paralegal fee is far less than the fee would be if an attorney were completing your paper work. Don't worry that your legal work is less effective or efficient because it was completed by someone other than your actual attorney. When the attorney puts his or her signature on a document prepared by
    emphatic “No!” or “Yuck!” to that question, but like something straight out of a horror movie, you might react in horror to realize that you probably are burning animal fat in your home when you burn paraffin candles.

    That's because many paraffin candles contain large amounts of animal fats to give them a more textured or rustic look.

    So what's the alternative?

    Believe it or not, the answer comes from soybeans.

    The soy plant produces a waxy substance that not only burns cooler, but can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin wax.

    Since soy wax is derived from plants, it’s a renewable resource that's a pleasure for candle makers to work with.

    Some of the surprising benefits of soy candles include:

    * Burn with no toxins, carcinogens or choking soot.
    * Burn up to 50% longer than paraffin candles.
    * Cruelty-free, contain no animal fats.
    * Non-toxic, biodegradable, derived from a renewable resource.
    * Cleans up easily with soap and hot water.
    * Better for the environment.
    * Use no nasty chemicals to release fragrance.
    * Supports the American farmer - not foreign oil.

    As more and more people learn about the harmful effects of burning paraffin candles in their homes, they're substituting soy candles with surprising results.

    Karen Key, a mother of three in Washington state, had this to say, "I'm asthmatic and when I burn paraffin candles in my home, or get around smoke or perfumy scents, my airway closes down and I start to panic. So I was more than a little nervous when a friend lit a scented soy candle in front of me. I have to say I'm completely amazed. Shocked is a better word. With soy candles I now have no problem breathing and I can finally enjoy the beauty and magic of candles in my home once again!"

    So the next time you want to create a warm, inviting, and romantic atmosphere in your home, don’t destroy your home - or your health, choose all-natural soy candles as a healthy alternative.

    To learn more about the dangers of paraffin candles you can go to any of the following websites:

    http://www.epa.gov
    http://www.soycandlemaker.biz
    http://www.scorecard.org
    http://www.webref.org
    http://www.fpinva.org

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