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Child rescue bid raises tough questions in Haiti - YAHOO!

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – The arrest of 10 Americans for trying to take children out of Haiti has raised an uncomfortable question in this brutally poor and earthquake-devastated country: could some children be better off abroad under the grim ...

Celect.org(TM) Wins Three Year Contract With Alpha Gamma Rho National ... - Stockhouse

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb 1, 2010 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX News Network) -- Celect.org(TM), an Optimum Interactive (USA) Ltd. Company (Pink Sheets:OPTL), a leading provider of web-based organizational network and SaaS business tools and services ...

Idaho church prays for Americans held in Haiti - Arizona Daily Star

A tearful Idaho congregation heard their pastor warn that church members detained in Haiti after attempting to take 33 children into the Dominican Republic could face child trafficking charges. Then the pastor urged them to pray. "It should be very ...

Holy Job Creation: Bring on High Speed Rail - Triple Pundit

NBC News says the average American loses an entire work ... competitive than airlines, and in California–which will likely become the most popular route, once complete–business travel between north and south will be nothing short of ...

'Left-Hook Lounge': Vivek Wallace's mailbag feat. Pacquiao, Mayweather ... - East Side Boxing

Vivek W. (ESB): Many who have followed my work over the years knows full well that I've never been a huge fan of the whole mythical P4P convo because personally, I think it's all in the eyes and minds of the beholder these days. The term P4P as ...

Pamela Anderson wants UK holiday home - Monsters and Critics

Pamela Anderson is planning to buy a British holiday home. The actress - most famous for her role as glamorous lifeguard C.J. Parker in US drama 'Baywatch' - is looking at resorts on the English coast, including Bournemouth, Blackpool, Brighton and ...

MyVacationRentalGuide.com adds new properties and regions - PRLog (free press release)

... rental properties have been added from each state and the site has added sub-categories under each state in order to help vacationers filter their search easily. Travelers looking for vacation homes in Dauphin Island, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach ...

Snuba a step above snorkeling, a gateway to scuba - New Haven Register

ROATAN, Honduras — Breathing underwater was a strange sensation. It was even stranger because I’ve never been scuba-certified. Stranger yet that my wife — who is reluctant to even duck her head underwater — was happily swimming 15 feet behind ...

50 Bayview Street, Belfast, ME 04915 - VillageSoup Belfast

Priced to sell this lovely open floor plan 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with lovely gardens, steps to the beach, riprapped shoreline and views from almost every room. Wonderful guest suite with separate entrance. Great buy in this market

Discover all the major islands of Hawaii have to offer - Edmonton Journal

Hawaii is the sort of place you want to retire. Tomorrow. From sun-kissed beaches to lush, mist-covered peaks, it’s the sort of natural beauty that you dream about, and it doesn’t hurt that the place is forever an ocean away from the nearest snow ...

Open Question: Do you know of any colleges?

I need to find colleges in California that accept home schooled students. I love the beach, but I can't find any good ones and I don't know where to begin. more

Open Question: MY 18TH BDAY PARTY???!!!?

so Im turnin 18 in april and I was thinkin of a beach party. oh yeah, I live in SF, CA. (san francisco, california) and Im not sure if this is a go because well, frankly, sf has a unpredictable weather and Im scared its gonna be cold or worse, rain. and if its at the beach, wut activities should I include? if not beach party, wut other types of party should I do? my budget would be 500-750? thanks for the opinions more

Open Question: Snoop dogg long beach zip up hoodie? Where to get it?

I live in California and well I am looking online for the snoop dogg long beach zip up hoodie. Long beach is written on top of the hoodie and readable if you wear it. Kind of like the pussycat dolls where they had the line "don cha wish your girlfriend was hot like me" Snoop dogg wears this on his "drop it like its hot" video. Please if anyone knows where I can get it or order it let me know. I tried googleing no luck and I can't custom make I can't find one that will let me put words on the hoodie itself. more

Open Question: Best vacation place in california.?

Hey, I've been wanting to go to California for my senior grad trip, but I'm not sure where in Cali I should go. Long Beach, Los Angeles, Beverley Hills, San Diego... HELP! What's nicest? more

Open Question: I need someone to check my movie review for a class?

We need a descriptive, interpretive and evalutive paragraphs + intro and conclusion. Here it is. “Collective fear stimulates herd instinct, and tends to produce ferocity toward those who are not regarded as members of the herd”-Bertrand Russell. That quote is almost exactly how people think in the movie “The Freedom Writers”. “The Freedom Writers” is a movie produced by MTV in 2007. The movie stars Hillary Swank who has been in other movies such as “Million dollar baby” and “Big girls don’t cry”. The movie is based on a true story of a group of gang involved students in Long Beach, California, Mrs.Gruell(Hillary swank) is a new teacher and is excited to begin her teaching career but she finds her students aren’t too willing to listen to her. Now Mrs.G does her best to help these kids get their lives back and get them out of the lives they fell into. The movie “The freedom writers” was very detailed in the ways it was set up and the script. The movie was very specific like I said and by this I mean the language they used seemed to fit the time period and these types of students in the class. The class looked very similar to the real classroom, it was battered and full of beat up old desk which had swears and other items carved in to them. Another thing that was very precise was activities they created such as “Toast for Change” and other things that happened in real life. One scene I remember was when they students all went to a holocaust museum and they all were really interested and involved in the history of event . This was a really cool scene in the movie because I think it was one of the points in the movie where all the students really wanted to learn and began to like Mrs. G. The movie “The freedom writers” had lots of characters in the movie with specific backgrounds. Having said that I think several different messages can be taken from the movie. One theme that I thought was present in the movie as general was that “People can change and get out of tough situations”. I think this is a main theme because several characters showed it in the movie. For example one student was asked by an old friend a couple of times to do things for the friend that he maybe used to do but now that he’s trying and changing he’s not willing to do the same things anymore. This is just one of many themes that I think the movie does a great job of showing. This theme plays out for a lot of situations but one more situation was when one of the students ,who lives on his own, goes and finds his mother and apologizes for all the things he’s done, and that he wants to come back home, which is huge because he talks about how he hadn’t talked to his mother for years because she didn’t want to deal with him anymore. While I watched the movie “The Freedom Writers”, I was really impressed on how real they tried to make the movie look. They didn’t try to damper the themes in the movie, which I liked because it got me more into the plot and the movie itself. When I talk about how they made the movie seem more real, I’m talking about how people acted, the language they used and some of the violence. The actors in the movie were also very good actors and got me thinking of the situations they were in. Hillary Swank was a very good actor in this movie as well because she was fit for the role of being the cheery, excited, new teacher in a class with a struggling bunch of kids. Another thing I enjoyed about this movie was the music used in the movie. The music was a hip hop/rap kind of music which most of the kids would have listened to in the time this movie took place and also one of the main songs for the movie was created and produced by Will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas and a rapper by the name of Common who worked with Will.i.am to produce the music. The movie overall was very specific and detailed, which I liked, and it really helped me get into the plot and the story .Overall I Enjoyed this movie for most of the reasons I stated above. I think this movie may inspire some of its viewers because of the theme it presents, which I think was a main goal when producing this movie. The movie “The freedom writers” is a great movie that really gets into what the lives for the real freedom writers were. In this review I talked about a lot of things such as, how the movie was descriptive and real, what I thought some of the main messages were and finally what I thought of the film. This fill really made me think about each individual kid and what they had to go through on a daily basis. Also it really showed me how much a person can change in a short amount of time. more

Open Question: what is the west coast like?

I'm a pennylvanian girl and i practically live at the jersey beach in the summer. i'm taking a trip to california and i'm wondering what it's like. my one friend said he went and it was like way different then what us east coasters know, but like how so? more

Open Question: Why does my head hurt only when I'm at home?

I travel for work and recently noticed that my head only hurts when I'm at home. I recently got back from a three-week job in California and my head started hurting within a day or so. This has happened before when I get back from other states so I don't think it has to do with the altitude. (I live near the beach) When I'm at work I only sleep about six hours and remain active throughout the day. I try to get more sleep when I'm home but can't stand the headaches. Any suggestions?I appreciate all of your answers. How do I go about getting the air in my house checked for allergens? more

Open Question: What can me and friend do tomorrow?

It's sundy tomorrow and I didn't do anything today so I want to hang out with my best friend we are both girls and we live in California by LA and the beach! What can we do something original and fun! Please help we don't want to be hangging around the house. more

Resolved Question: My mom won't let me wear a string bikini?

Alright. So I'm going to California in a month or two with my friend and we're gonna be on the beach. I am 14 years old, about to turn 15, and my mom will not let me buy a string bikini. This is an example of one that she wouldn't let me buy: http://www.target.com/Mossimo-Black-Stripe-Bikini-Swimsuit/dp/B002W9XYQY/ref=br_1_13?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=1&searchView=grid5&searchNodeID=618280011&node=618280011&searchRank=salesrank&searchPage=2&sessionID=175-5610953-0674738&searchSize=30 My mom doesn't understand the fact that you can take your fingers and pull the top part together (so no boobs are popping out) I really need your ideas to help me convince my mom to just lemme buy one already! Every girl I know that is my age and YOUNGER has one, and I'm not just saying that. It's a fact. Any ideas? Please help! (: more

Open Question: Best place to live in orange county?

i am looking into living in orange county, im in my 20's and me and my girlfriend soon plan to have kids and get married. i want a fun place for families but also has great nightlife. i would also like to be close to the beach. im open to any other places in california besides orange county as well. more

Open Question: Which beach in california has the most people every summer?

I'm going to California this summer from Arizona and I want to know which beach has the most cleanest water, a lot of people (flourishing population), best hotels, and best restaurant. I would appreciate it. Thaaaaaank You! more

Open Question: What do you think about these universities about academically or sports?

・Brigham Young University, Hawaii:HI ・California State University, Long Beach:CA ・California State University, Fresno:CA ・Eastern Washington University:WA more

Open Question: Does anyone think this is a well-written resume in a professional format?

REBEKKAH WILLIAMS Objective To obtain a position within an organization that seeks an ambitious and career-conscious person, where my knowledge and skills will be fully utilized toward continued growth and advancement. Professional Experience Bayfront Youth and Family Services – 2006 – PresentLong Beach, CA Administrative Secretary •Provide administrative support to all departments for this residential treatment facility. •Accurately maintain department calendar. •Compile statistical data for monthly and quarterly reports. •Manage nursing unit for twenty-nine clients. •Schedule appointments and transportation. •Maintain all client records accordingly. •Manage legal and medical documents and billing for CEO/Administrator. •Audit charts for the unit. •Arrange for staff coverage for each shift. •Attend utilization review meetings when needed. Accomplishments •Created and organized an information center at for department which resulted in better access to information and less time searching for it; “Employee of the Month” for June, 2008 and November, 2009; commended for being a team player in initiating a team effort to help a work unit crisis with our clients. Kedren Community Mental Health Center – 2005 – 2006Los Angeles, CA Case Manager-Children’s Outpatient Unit •Worked with youth and their families in this psychiatric hospital to help minimize defiant behavior being exhibited by youths. •Provided referrals to clients in housing, education, mental health, and medication services. •Serve as a liaison to community health providers, services, hospitals and other resources. •Handled and resolved more than twenty cases providing families with stabilization and reunification. •Translated for Spanish speaking clients. Accomplishments • Provided outstanding services to both clients and departments during the Audit Survey. H.V. Group Home, Inc. – 2004-2005Long Beach, CA Youth Counselor •Counseled juveniles with behavioral problems in this Level 14 Group Home. •Effectively promoted safety and well-being of all adolescents. •Taught groups on life skills, anger management and positive self-image. •Charted and filed notes for social workers and probation department. Accomplishments • Received “Employee of the Month” for taking on more responsibilities of other employees and intervening in a crisis situation with a client; received high performance evaluations form supervisors for exhibiting leadership and excellent work ethic. Education California State University Dominguez Hills – 05/2001Carson, CA •Obtained Bachelors of Arts in Psychology Concentration Courses: Behavior Modification, Abnormal Psychology, Case Management Functions Computer Skills/Credentials •Proficient in MS Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook; Internet Explorer. •Certified in First Aide/CPR from American Red Cross. more

Resolved Question: what's your favourite song out of these V?

I shuffled my ipod and these 5 songs came up: 1. california girls - beach boys 2. this masquerade - carpenters 3. Saint-saens: Carnivals of the animals, The swan 4. DOA - foo fighters 5. rhapsody on a theme variation 19 more

Resolved Question: What was the most awkward moment in your life?

We've all had one, but I actually love looking back and laughing about my awkward moments. The first time my husband came to California, while beginning to become serious in our relationship, we drove with my mother, father, and sister to the beach. My mom and dad are divorced. I was driving, and played "Don't Trust Me" with my iPod in the jack. My sister, husband, and I all sang along loudly, me with the slight Finnish accent I developed from living in Helsinki for a while, and my husband in his very thick Russian accent. It wasn't until the end of the song that we all realised my parents were staring away from eachother uncomfortably, and all of a sudden my mom bursted out laughing. My dad was the only one that wasn't cracking up in this scenario after my mom began laughing, making the moment a little awkward, but funny nonetheless. :)The awkward part is that the lyrics to the chorus are "Don't trust a ho, never trust a ho, won't trust a ho, cause the ho won't trust me." more

Open Question: saw some businesses for sale southern california?

i want to build my own business but saw people are selling their businesses so i thought hey why not just buy a business and make it better i saw a hotel near a beach for sale the cost was 12 million and the net earning was alot and i was wondering if this hotel is making so much a year and doing well why do these people want to sell could any one give me a suggestion to why they would be selling it more

Resolved Question: What are my chances of getting into USC?

What are my chances of getting into University of Southern California? Here are my current standings: I didn't apply for any scholarships. UW GPA: 3.5 ACT: 31 (equivalent to 2040 on SAT) IB Diploma candidate 500+ hours of community service Classes I took this year: IB Biology II IB Biology II Labs IB Latin IV IB English IV IB Calculus AB IB History IB Theory of Knowledge This is a condensed form of my resume: Volunteer Experience Beach Clean-up; Corpus Christi, Texas - 2008 Taught Art Class for Senior Citizens; Fayetteville, Arkansas - 2008 Worked at Water Ski Camp; Fayetteville, Arkansas - 2008 Mexico Mission Trip to Ven De Christo; Piedras Negras, Mexico - 2007 Brighton Gardens; Austin, Texas - January 2009 - Present To Write Love On Her Arms Suicide Prevention; Austin, Texas - 2007 - Present Gateway Church Small Groups; Austin, Texas - 2007 – Present Homeless Shelter; Austin, Texas - 2006 - Present Work Experience Babysitter; Fayetteville, Arkansas - Summers 2000 - Present Internship, Interior Fabrics and Design; Fayetteville, Arkansas - Summer 2008 Employee, Cheer America Competition; Austin, Texas - 2006 Office Assistant, Martens & Associates Law Firm; Austin, Texas - 2006 - 2007 Extracurricular Activities Attendee, Gateway Church; Austin, Texas - 2006 - Present Jazz and Ballet Classes, Dancers Workshop; Austin, Texas - 2007 Member of Anderson High School Clubs; Austin, Texas - 2007 - Present -Little Theater Company (LTC)- Students in theater get together for social activities. -Key Club: Members perform community service around the city. -Green Club: Collect recycling on Friday mornings before school; work on projects outside of school. -Film Club: Work together to produce films for film festivals; create film festivals and activities at Anderson. -Anderson Adventure Club: Do active things around the community (ex. hiking, kayaking, etc.). Digital Filmmaking, Austin School of Film; Austin, Texas - 2008 - 2009 There is more, I just didn't put it all. I helped organize a dance marathon (which happened last saturday) to raise money for a charity (BeatSarcoma) as well. more

Resolved Question: why men do not use in American speedo on the beach?

I am an Italian man and I was in California last summer, I noticed that nobody on the beach wearing speedo, I was the only one and I thought I looked strange? even the water park nobody wearing the speedo? Why? Americans do not bring in? more

Resolved Question: Things to do in northern california?

me and some friends are going on a road trip after graduation we are starting around huntington beach We have already thought of pismo san francisco elephant seals Big sur water falls (recommendations?) and then to oregon crater lake maupin oregon (or any other good water rafting?) Any fun things to do, good places to stop, things to see anything like that I want to know more

Voting Question: Hi, can someone write me a "i am from" poem? I'm having a hard time trying to figure out what to write.?

Like this : "I am from california where ...................." It needs to say "i am from california" in every stanza. I want it to say something nice about the beaches. Thank you so much!(:-Every stanza needs to be at least 3 sentences. & say nice things about California pleaseee.<3 more

Voting Question: Would leggings and shorts (not denim) look okay for the beach?

My boyfriend and I are going to the beach tonight (we live in California), and I don't really feel like wearing jeans or sweats, and it's too cold for shorts. Would shorts (not denim ones, but like, heather grey cotton ones) look bad with mid-calf length leggings?http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/180-1823138-6646265?ASIN=B00150K3H4&AFID=Froogle&LNM=B00150K3H4|Mossimo_Black_Plus_Hardware_Grey_Short_-_XS&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=B00150K3H4&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001 Just to give an idea what the shorts would look like. Thanks for all the answers so far. [: more

Voting Question: Ideas for a fun vacation in California.?

My best friend and I are wanting to go on a short vacation this summer. At first, we were thinking about going on a cruise, but we have not heard very many good things about them. Instead, we decided that we'll go see he ocean and stay at a fairly nice hotel for a few days. We are wanting to do girlie things while we are there, get manicures, facials, massages, shop, etc. I am really into photography, museums and architecture, she is kind of indifferent to most things. I like small restaurants with character and doing things that seem less touristy. My Favorite part of my last vacation was visiting a cactus farm in Yucca Valley, kinda lame, but I'm into strange things like that. We will be driving from Oklahoma and stopping for a few hours in Williams, Arizona. We are both in our early twenties; old enough to drink. We are just wanting to have a good time and enjoy ourselves in a nice hotel and take some good pictures. ANY suggestions will be GREATLY appreciated. I have heard some bad things about San Diego and really don't know of any good beaches or things to do in Cali. Oh, and I'm not really too interested in going to Sea Word or anything like that. THANK YOU. more

Voting Question: What are good surrounding cities to live in near San Diego?

My friends and I are moving to California this summer. We have been looking for apartments and were wondering what are the best cities to live in that are near San Diego? We definitely want to live in a city where there is a beach. But, we need to find a place with a resonable price. Thanks so much! more

Resolved Question: Isn't it fantastic that marijuana will soon be legalized in California! What do you cops think about it?

There are more than 1000 medical marijuana dispensaries in Los Angeles (my city) alone. On Venice Beach you can walk into a doctor's office (highly visible with volunteers encouraging all who walk past to go in), get a doctor's note (anyone can get one), and go next door to the dispensary to get your weed. WHAT A SHIFT FROM BEFORE!! With this in mind it's only a matter of time before it's de facto legal. In any case, it's a wonderful thing. Finally the idiots who thought they could tell someone what to do with their own body are being shut down like a bad memory -- ESPECIALLY since it's far less harmful than alcohol, cigarettes, McDonalds, or for you cops out there, donuts. Your thoughts? more

Voting Question: Florida Spring Break Question, PLEASE HELP ASAP?

I need advice quick I’m planning a vacation for Spring Break, and I don’t know where I want to go. I want to go somewhere warm, but with a upbeat atmosphere I was thinking about Florida. I would love to go to Panama since it is spring break season but I’m afraid it wont be warm enough there. Also I am 21 and I’m taking a few of my friends and my sister and two of her friends they are 17 and 18. So I’m going to need something to entertain all age groups and Disney world is out of the question. We want to go to a pretty and fun beach with like a typical board walk and the touristy shops. So the question is where is a fun place in Florida to go that is semi affordable and has something to do for all age groups. My sister wanted to go the Miami or Fort Lauderdale but I’m afraid the clubs are 21+ and all they would do is sit up in the room. I don’t want to go into the Keys because airfare is ridiculous I wish that Myrtle beach or Hilton Head was warm this time of year. Keep in mind we don’t have to go to Florida just somewhere with a beach that has nice weather, I go to bowling green state university in Ohio so we are all looking to get out of the cold. By the way someone mentioned California or Alabama but I am not familiar with that area. Also the places you suggest, if you could please suggest a hotel you have stayed at in the past or have found would be great. Thanks :)What does anyone know about South Padre Island more

Voting Question: Horse boarding in Southern California?

Now, these are just some preliminary questions I have. I was once looking for a horse but then family money issues arose. But there is once again a possibility of me getting my first horse and there's a few things I need to research. Originally I was looking at boarding at the Huntington Beach stables in California, it's close by my house and they give good care. Sadly they are no longer in my budget range. I was wondering if anyone knew of any good places to board in Southern California. Now this doesn't have to be a large stable, I'd be willing to board in someones backyard if they're zoned for it and have room. I want to stay in the Orange County or L.A. area. Anything beyond that will be to far. I'm willing to pay for my own feed, vetting bills, and farrier. I'd also muck my own stall and all that good stuff. Basically all I need is a stable. As for my price range I can consider anything under $300 a month. Preferably around $200 a month would be ideal. Even less would be wonderful. and I've never boarded before but I'm a respectful and responsible seventeen year old with parents who will be quite involved in all my horsey business. Basically, they make the deal I just do the research. If you don't personally know of any available places I'd also love to maybe get some links to directories that may have places listed. Thank you to all those who can help. I appreciate it. :) P.S. If you have any advice for a new horse owner I'd like to hear it. I've got a trillion books on buying and owning your first horse that I've read time and time again but there's nothing like personal experience to tell you what it's really like. The closest I've ever gotten is a half-lease for about two years. But that was awhile ago, before the El Toro stables closed down for that mega park they're supposedly going to build. more

Voting Question: Need to find a beach that allows over night camping, bonfires, and alcohol in California at the Central Coast?

Voting Question: Some please interpret my dream, it was very different from my usual ones, I think it has a deeper meaning too?

Well, for once, it was a normal dream that actually made sense, unlike my other random ones. My family had moved from Atlanta to California. Our new house was very tiny, more like a shack. But the backyard was so beautiful. It was always sunny outside, and the grass was a lush green and it was always blowing in the wind. The yard was surrounded by a metal fence, and the backyard was one big hill. And at the bottom there were rocks, and then in the middle there was a tiny beach next to the ocean, and you could see dolphins swimming. And then when you were facing the ocean, to your right there were two neighbors. Both lived in trailers, because we lived out in the middle of nowhere. And I remember visiting them at one, and I got stung by a yellow jacket. Anyways, so then I went inside the house. The first floor had a kitchen that was run down, and there were stairs in the room which led to my room. It was big, and the walls were dark blue. I had a sort of reddish-brown wicker twin bed, and two sofas and a small TV on a TV stand, and then on the left wall there was something that looked like a fireplace, but really it was a very tiny bed; it looked like one for a toddler. And then on the right there was my sister's room, which had a ladder at the end so you could go into the lower part of her room, but it was empty because she wasn't living with us in the dream. And then my parent's room looked like something from a pirate's ship. I never did look at my brother's room though. At first I thought the dream was amazing, and the house was so beautiful, but then I thought about it some more. Is it possible to base a dream off of a song? http://www.jpopasia.com/play/10985/nightmare/lost-in-blue.html I just started listening to this song a few days ago. The guitar at the beginning gives a very serene feeling, just like when I was standing in the backyard with the grass swaying in the wind. And then of course the title is "Lost in Blue" and it made me think of the blue sky and the ocean, and how it was so empty. And then I began to feel sad...lonely...like I wanted to get out of there. I really hope that made sense. more

Resolved Question: What are my chances of becoming a lifeguard at Bondi Beach?

Hi there! I'm interested in becoming a lifeguard or marine biologist....i would like to go to Australia for college (thinking about James cook University) And depending on how things go i might want to become a lifeguard instead of a marine biologist (maybe at bondi beach, maybe another beach) Im a very good swimmer; i've been swimming since i was two years old and i am on two swim teams (one for my school, one for a club team) Im a surfer, and i just got my scuba diving license. So i guess you could say im like a fish haha. Anyways, I had never really thought about becoming a lifeguard until the past couple weeks, since i started watching a show called Bondi Rescue on youtube (i dont live in australia; i live in California, but i really like australia it just seems like the perfect place for me; great beaches, great marine life/various animals, and here in california everyone is obsessed with looks and celebrities and what not...and it seems like people in australia dont really think like that; you can tell me if im wrong haha). I read that you have to have various types of certifications in order to become a lifeguard at bondi beach, or other beaches, which i could accomplish..but im only 15, and if i do get all the certifications and move to australia when im like 18 or 19, do you think i would have a good chance of becoming a lifeguard (at Bondi or any other beach)? Also, im a girl, which, i know only one girl is a lifeguard at bondi, so does that affect my chances as well? One more thing; if you have time, and youre in the mood to answer a lot of questions, i have a couple other questions about Australia; but you dont have to answer these if you dont want to... 1. do you generally refer to the fall season as 'fall' or 'autumn'? 2. About how long would it take someone to go from Townsville, Australia to Sydney, Australia...(hours, minutes, etc)? Please provide as much info as possible about the question/ any other info about australia. Thank you for reading this, and thanks so much to everyone who answers! :) more

Resolved Question: vacation to florida/california?

my family is trying to plan a good vacation for a 15 year old girl (me), 13 year old brother, and parents sometime from february to may of this year as cheap as possible while still being fun (and not too crapy of a hotel haha) either florida or california for 1-2 weeks near: disney land/world, the beach, water parks, malls, other fun stuff to do somewhere between $1000 and $2000 for the plane tickets and hotel (the airport we would be flying out of is in manchester, new hampshire) im looking for suggestions of hotels, dates to go, florida vs. california, places to visit, activities, etc. personal experiences would be great btw more

Resolved Question: Is Long Beach a good place to go to college?

I really want to go to college in California around Redondo Beach. California State University of Long Beach looks really nice but I heard Long Beach is a bad area. I'm from Iowa so I'm not used to crazy ghetto areas. I also wanted to major in fashion, so is CSULB a good place to go for that? more

Resolved Question: California Poll: Can someone from Cali please explain why?

no one wants to live in Oxnard, esp. if not on the beach? {joke on the Big Bang Theory last night more

Voting Question: Nebodddy ??? nice place to move away from cali ..?

Am 7teen still in high school last year hopfuly , but i wanna move away from where i live [ vallejo,california ] it's nice but it's a lil small town and i get along with everybody, but i just don't like how it's a crazy town gang related and not my stuff, i wanna start freassh and this isn't the place i would wanna live and raise up kids if i ever have some lol. do you know ne where nice ? with the 4seasons beach not to far away.and am planing on becoming a registered nurse so i did like if a college was near by . more

Resolved Question: Fun Valentines Day Date Ideas in Southern California?

I plan to take my date to Newport Beach on Valentines Day. She loves water so I thought it would be nice to go there and just walk around and maybe take a dive. Afterward is where I draw a blank. I was thinking Dave and Busters. We can eat and then just play right after. I don't know the area very much so maybe there are other things to do while we are out there. She is moving to Colorado soon so I would like this night to be fun and memorable. From Art Museums to 18+ Dance clubs, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. =] more

Resolved Question: I dont know what to decide! Help me!?

Okay! so, i have 300 dollars (im 13, this is a big deal) and i dont know if i should buy a 200 dollar surfboard(im from california) or to raise ANOTHER 200 dollars, and enroll in a 2 week surf camp! I mean, the surfboard is a good investment, because i have to use my OLD one, and i have enough money, but i could go with my bff to LA and live in a tent on the beach!! OH MY GOD! on the BEACH! without my parents! and hot guys! but ANOTHER 200 dollars? BY MARCH!?! its a BIG choise, and im usually good with the whole chiose making, BUT, not now...i DONT NO WHAT TO DO! D:< more

Resolved Question: Compare/Contrast Essay. Please Help!!! [serious people only]!?

I'm doing a Comparing and Contrasting Essay for Advanced Writing & it's due tommorow. I am Comparing Iowa to California. I've been to California a few times for months at a time & I live in Iowa so I know a obviously more about Iowa than California but I still do know a good amount about both. Can you give me any obvious Similarities the two have? Or differences at that? & i Can't think of a good Title either, so if someone could help me with that too? This is what i have so far::: When people think of Iowa, they think of corn fields and farmers in overalls with a pitchfork by their side. When people think of California, they think of beaches and sun-kissed bodies lying under the sun. When it comes to these two states, most people can only think of their differences. Even though they are 2,000 miles away from each other, they certainly have similarities too. ---> I'm stuck now. I dont know where to go from there. Ergh. I hate writing papers!!! Well, if anyone has any advice or anything to help me pleassee feel free to leave your comments. THANKS ALOT =] -emily more

Resolved Question: What is the University Of California State -Long Beach Like?

Im looking into this college and i was curious to know what its like? How are the teachers? Is the campus nice? Is there alot to do? What is the racial makeup? Are the people friendly? any information would be great thanks! more

Voting Question: Where should me and my friends spend our vacations?

Me and my friends want to visit somewhere together this year, we are 15. We were first going to California, since they have beaches, places to shop, to visit, a zoo, disneyland, etc. But we couldn't go there, so we want something similar. Where should we go? (A place were 15-year old will have a fun time together and with many things to do) We also planned Australia but it seems a bit overpriced. Where can we go? (Preferrably a place in America -the continent- or an island nearby) more

Resolved Question: Where can I buy paintings from local artists in New York City?

Since I live in California, there are artists that paint scenery by the beach. I was just wondering if there is anywhere like that in New York so I can purchase some paintings of New York. more

Resolved Question: I'm writing a story. How is it so far?

January 20, 2010, Ever since I was six years old, I have had to pretend to be normal, to be something that I am not. Really, I am what the people around my town call, a ‘mystical creature’. I am a water fairy. Not the small, tiny, weak kind like you may read in fairy tales and fantasies, but a big, strong, magnificent fairy. My long, dark blue hair has been dyed black and cut short and I have had to hide my beautiful, dark blue wings and my strong power ever since we move to California. I used to live in an enormous, endless world, filled with trees and animals and thick forests. There were creatures of all shapes and sizes. What I miss most is my best friend, Brooklyn. I also miss my home on the beach, the sound of my dolphin friends singing out in the horizon, and my pet dolphin, Destiny. I would go out and ride on her every day and every night. Her voice was like a thousand flutes playing a beautiful song. I miss her and all of my friends. I wish I could go back. My mom and I moved here because she was writing a story about the mortal world and wanted more details. And now we can’t figure out how to get back to our world. It has been eleven years now. I miss my friends and home so much! more

Open Question: What is so good about Singapore?

Seriously, what is so damn good about that place? I live in the United States. Southern California to be exact. Home of world famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World, pristine beaches. I also live within a close dive from Los Angeles, entertainment capital of the WORLD. All within my reach. So everything that is in Singapore, I can do here. I don't get the hype. I'm just sick of Singapore this, Singapore that. To me it's just a little, overpopulated island, that is hot and smelly and crowded and everyone has the attitude that they think they're the best.1. I too am familiar everywhere I go. I think most people are in their hometown. 2. US has way more countryside. 3. Despite the recession US is affluent too. We have to work harder. 5. Your ZOO. Our ZOOS 6. The US is more culturally diverse. 7. We have better attractions in US. Better entetainment, film, music. 8. We have National Parks 9. Better military in US 10. Money is worth more in US 11. And I believe living in a society where there is an aspect of danger makes you a stronger person 12. Don't waste your time with SG. Go to US or AUSOkay, you people on Answers apparently are mature. I've encountered Singaporeans on YouTube and we've gotten into some big arguments. These people are rude, arrogant and their ego. None of you fall under that category and I apologize. Maybe if you could tell your fellow Singaporeans to settledown. Some take too much pride and are blind to the rest of the world and think they're everything. more

Resolved Question: Nice dining in Southern California beach area?

I'm looking for a nice restaurant on the beach in the Orange County, LA area. I would prefer a place with good sea food, even sushi, and a romantic setting that has a nice view of the ocean. Anybody know of anything, preferably by experience, that would be nice. Any suggestions? If the restaurant has a website, that would also be helpful. Thanks!All these places look good, but I'm not sure when I will get to any of them (still have to ask her...) more

Resolved Question: Any Nice Places To Live in California?

I'm planning to move later on to California, any nice cities or towns? I'm looking for: good weather, close to beaches,low crime.good jobs,entertainment,good schools etc. Thanks! more

Resolved Question: What are my chances of getting into a highly competitive school?

Hello everyone :) I'm currently a junior in high school and beginning to think about college applications (*shudder*). Anyway, these are the schools I would really like to go to: Duke University (top choice, but quite a stretch...) University of Miami Tufts University University of Richmond College of William and Mary Rice University University of Southern California Northwestern University And these are my stats: 3.8 GPA unweighted 5.4 GPA weighted (IB classes worth 6.0 at my school) 2170 SAT 31 ACT Varsity swim team (3 yrs) First chair flute in the Palm Beach Youth Orchestra (6 yrs) 1st Degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do (8 yrs) 500+ community service hours (mostly from volunteering at the local hospital and at a local ophthalmologist's office) Started a HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Club at my school; President 2 yrs 4 yrs of Spanish and 2 yrs of Mandarin Chinese Bronze, Silver, and Gold Congressional Medals 7 AP classes (Lang, Lit, Chem, Gov, Macro, Micro, Spanish) and 3 HL IB classes (Psych, Eng, Hist) IB Programme and Diploma Also, what could I do to improve or to make myself stand out to admissions officers? I know I'm kind of a "cookie-cutter" applicant, so what can I do? Mkay that's it. Let me know. Thanks :) more

Resolved Question: When will the next reptile expo be?

I live in Southern California (huntington beach) and i just wanted to no when a reptile expo was coming out that is close to me. Or any good reptile stores that are near me. more

Resolved Question: Has Shelly been busy at the WH computer?

Ellie Light sure gets around. In recent weeks, Light has published virtually identical “Letters to the Editor” in support of President Barack Obama in more than a dozen newspapers. Every letter claimed a different residence for Light that happened to be in the newspaper’s circulation area. “It’s time for Americans to realize that governing is hard work, and that a president can’t just wave a magic wand and fix everything,” said a letter from alleged Philadelphian Ellie Light, that was published in the Jan. 19 edition of The Philadelphia Daily News Variations of Light’s letter ran in Ohio’s Mansfield News Journal on Jan. 13, with Light claiming an address in Mansfield; in New Mexico’s Ruidoso News on Jan. 12, claiming an address in Three Rivers; in South Carolina’s The Sun News on Jan. 18, claiming an address in Myrtle Beach; and in the Daily News Leader of Staunton, Virginia on Jan. 15, claiming an address in Waynesboro. Her publications list includes other papers in Ohio, West Virginia, Maine, Michigan, Iowa, Pennsylvania and California, all claiming separate addresses. http://www.cleveland.com/open/index.ssf/2010/01/letter_writer_claims_diverse_r.html more

Resolved Question: Am I too old to start surfing? Any recommendations please? thanks?

Hi, I'm 22 and live in laguna niguel, southern california. I'm 5 minutes from the beach. I would love to learn to surf this summer. Is it too late for me to start?I've always been so interested but never had the time until now. I have never done a sport that requires a board and everyone tells me that would have worked to my advantage. I'm in very good shape, I run a lot, lift weights, and in single digit body fat %. I am a good pool swimmer, but a crappy ocean swimmer if that makes any sense. Would love to hear all your thoughts. Thank you more

Resolved Question: Best California law schools near a beach?

What are some of the best law schools there and out of those which ones have the best beaches close? I loveee the beach and it would be great if I could find my ideal university =) more

Resolved Question: Is California as gorgeous as it looks?

I've travelled round many places in the world with my job most of which have been in the east. However I have seen an advert on the TV in the UK advertsing California as being a beautiful place to live. I really really fancy going. Any advice on best place to visit there? I'd like to see the beaches for sure. Many Thanks more

Resolved Question: What do i do when hes all i ever think of?

So me and my boyfirend broke up like 3 weeks ago becuase he was moving to california and i live in utah and we are in ninth grade. Everynight i dream about him like last night in my dream he called me and i was like guess what i am coming to calfornia and i thought it was real and when i got there i saw him on teh beach i jumped up into his arms and gave him a big hug. I had lost my virg8nity to him and these girls at my school keep harassing me about it. I miss him so much i still cry we had so much fun together i dunno what to do ill never seen him again i dont think. And also everybody and everything at my school reminds me of him and hes all i think about i didnt even go to school today because there was nothing to get up for like i wuld of never faked sicked if he was still going there cuz that meant i would get to see him, It just hurts when i now i will never see him ever again in my whole life and ut sucks thers only one state blocking us more