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Thursday, 3 November 2011

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Welcome to the November 3, 2011 edition of carnival of the vanities.

Henrikk Edberg presents 40 Incredible OpenCourseWare Classes to Learn About Library Science posted at Master of Library Science, saying, "If you've ever searched for free courses in library science, you've noticed that they seem to be lacking. That is partly because if you look at the curriculum today, you'll learn that many of the courses focus on technology, writing and literature. Also, many new libraries containing videos, books and archival materials are now available for research or learning. You'll find excellent courses on these topics and more with these 40 open courseware classes."

Juliet Jones presents 10 Mom-and-Pop Businesses That Turned Into Empires posted at Business Insurance, saying, "Many of these small business owners never envisioned becoming international corporate giants, but when you've got a great idea, the sky is the limit."

Kevin Shea presents Do Guys Like Cuddling? posted at Cuddle Labs, saying, "A scientific look at the misconception that "guys don't like to cuddle.""

Jailan Marie presents Motivation and Buy-In as a Competitive Advantage posted at Innovative Solutions For Positive Change.

Jennifer Saksa presents Make A Slideshow With Your Wedding Photos posted at NCH Software Blog, saying, "PhotoStage is ideal for preserving memories of all kinds of events, and one of the big events that more and more users are beginning to use PhotoStage for is making a wedding slideshow to share with friends, family, guests and more."

Eldon Sarte presents Lions and Tigers Really Don't Get Along posted at Braintropolis.com.

David Leonhardt presents Top 22 Countries To Open A Bar [Infographic] posted at Barwhiz Blog, saying, "According to the data, there are 22 countries that consume, on average, 12.5 litres and over per person. So if you are looking to open a bar, these saucy countries might be a good place to start."

Lisa Hood presents 10 Celebs We Really Wish Hadn?t Posed Naked posted at ZenCollegeLife, saying, "Nude photos are a tricky area to navigate. They can sometimes work in your favor and revive your career, but they could go the other way and lose you the respect of potential employers."

Trisha Torrey presents 10 Flicks Starring Awesome Motorcycles posted at motorcycleinsurance.com, saying, "Throughout film history, motorcycles have taken a backseat to cars when it comes to playing the role of the motored protagonist."

Susan Guarneri presents 10 Worst Halloween Costumes of the Decade posted at Online Degree.net, saying, "Halloween is the time to show off your creativity and wear something that's all your own."

Coleen Torres presents 10 Things My Dream Cell Phone Could Do posted at phonetvinternet.com, saying, "Mobile phone technology has become rather amazing to me; the things that my cell phone can do are incredible. However, in my daydreams I wish for a phone that can do even more."

Donna Cullen presents 10 Awkward Situations for Ex-Lovers posted at Top Dating Sites.

Paul Taylor presents 10 Things Babysitters Often Leave Behind When They Go Home posted at Babysitting Jobs.

Kate Croston presents 10 Signs You Update FaceBook Too Frequently posted at Internet Service.

Suzanne Cullen presents 10 Crafts for Kids Made from Paper Plates posted at aupair, saying, "Paper plates are one of the most inexpensive and versatile craft items you can find. With a little imagination, some scissors, markers and glue, you can transform your paper dinnerware into all kinds of fun things."

Mary Edwards presents 10 Text Messages Every Woman Loves to Get posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, "With text messaging on our cell phones, husbands and wives are communicating through text messages quite often. You don’t have to stop what you’re doing and answer the phone; you just glance down and read the brief message, and reply if necessary. Some messages we are happy to receive, and some we are not."

Roxanne Porter presents 7 Top College Courses Parents Want on a Nanny?s Resume posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, "Choosing who to hire to take care of your children and household is obviously a difficult decision. Along with checking backgrounds and references, an important first step for parents is to take a close look at qualifications. For an applicant without a strong resume, another way to determine qualifications is by examining completed college courses."

Michail Spiliopoulos presents 22 Exciting Career Paths in Criminology posted at Masters in Criminology, saying, "Most people generally assume with a degree in criminology, that you'll work in corrections, law or justice. This isn't always the case. There are a wide variety of careers available to you with a masters degree that you may not have even considered before. This helpful list of 22 exciting career paths in criminology offers a look at some positions that you never realized were open to you. Check these careers, employment trends and salary information with the help of this list."

Suzanne Cullen presents 10 Reasons Au Pairs Need to Speak Your Language posted at aupair.

Sheila Scarborough presents The rusty past is in yo’ FACE at SteelStacks posted at Perceptive Travel Blog, saying, "Arts and culture in a sad-looking industrial area. Yep, it's for real. I think this place is spectacular!"

Mary Edwards presents 10 Most Embarrassing Places to be Kissed posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, "Kisses can be wonderful, but they are a rather intimate display of affection. This means, receiving a kiss in some places, and under certain circumstances, can be a bit embarrassing. These are the ten most embarrassing places to be kissed."

Martha Stewart presents 30 Proven Ways to Be More Persuasive posted at onlinemba.com, saying, "Whether we realize it or not, we use persuasive techniques every day to get the things we want by influencing others."

Katherine Tworsey presents Why I Don?t Care How Much My Electric Bill is Right Now posted at Compare Electricity Rates, saying, "Scrooge-like is the usual manner in which which I handle the power in my little palace, but sometimes that approach doesn’t quite work. There are certain special situations in which even a penurious Scotsman might open up the wallet as well as the heart. This cavalier attitude toward a fast-spinning electric meter wouldn’t be an everyday occurrence, but it could happen. Some of the situations, like just being cold, would have to be pretty extreme, and the missus might have to threaten physical violence, but other potential instances, like the arrival Of Mick Jagger & Co., would be no-brainers."

Sara Dawkins presents 10 Important Items for a Nanny’s First Aid Kit posted at NannyPro.com, saying, "Every nanny should have her own first aid kit that travels with her wherever she goes. You can buy first aid kits already prepared and filled, but a nanny has to prepared for injuries to children, in particular. These are ten items that should always be included in a nanny’s first aid kit."

Kate Croston presents Why I Wish I Could Plug My Brain Directly Into the Web posted at Internet Service, saying, "When I got my first computer, I thought that what I was getting was a glorified typewriter that came with an enclosed encyclopedia. Now, of course, my former state-of-the-art Commodore 64 is beginning to show some signs of age. All right, I know the world is moving into a 4G framework, but some of the early attractions still remain. The internet is an awesome research tool. The trick now is to filter extraneous material, whereas old-school library research was almost diametrically opposed; students were hard-pressed to come up with enough material to fill up a good report."

Lisa Hood presents 9 Store Secrets That Make You Buy More posted at ZenCollegeLife, saying, "When you set out on your next shopping trip, keep these store secrets in mind so you won't fall into their clever traps and buy a mountain of Twinkies or something else you don't need."

Trisha Torrey presents 12 Motorcycle Maintenance Sites to Bookmark posted at motorcycleinsurance.com, saying, "Maintaining a motorcycle is tough work. Although motorcycles are cheaper to own and maintain than cars, motorcyclists have to be even more vigilant about upkeep and repairs because they have way less protection if a mechanical failure occurs."

Aliciaa Arnold presents 35 Fundamental Facts About Civil Engineering posted at Online Engineering Degree, saying, "You may not realize that civil engineering has at least 10 sub-disciplines within the field that range from engineering buildings to sea walls to roller coasters. If you're interested in these incredible feats, this list offers these and more interesting facts you may not have known about the field."

sizzling Beauty presents 20 Amazing Chrome Extensions for Librarians posted at Library Science Degree, saying, "Technology is changing the way libraries are run and the profession itself. If you are interested in library science and Google Chrome, then this list is essential. These are 20 Chrome extensions for librarians -- from productivity tools, reference materials and more."

Lisa Belkin presents 10 Inhumane Experiments That Wound Up Helping Society posted at Medical Billing and Coding Certification, saying, "Take a look at the positive impact some of this research has had, and thank your lucky stars you haven’t been sacrificed in the name of science — yet."

Juliet Jones presents 10 Big Businesses With Incredibly Casual Offices posted at Business Insurance, saying, "Corporations are notorious for being formal and stuffy, but not all big businesses are created equal."

Stacey Laird presents The Top 10 Most Ticketed Vehicles posted at CarInsurance.org, saying, "Some cars are chick magnets, and others just attract tickets."

Sara Dawkins presents 10 Reasons You Might Prefer A Manny posted at NannyPro.com.

Mary Edwards presents 10 Ways to Tell You are Dating an Eddie Haskell posted at Best Dating Sites.

Tina Marconi presents Why Parents Should Support Their Local PTA | Babysitters posted at Babysitters.

Coleen Torres presents 10 Reasons I Love DIRECTV on Flights posted at phonetvinternet.com.

MaryLou Walston presents Driving Distractions for Young Drivers - Criminal Justice USA posted at Criminal Justice USA, saying, "Getting a driver’s license is considered a rite of passage for many teenagers. Representative of freedom and adulthood, a teen may spend a majority of his or her time behind the wheel of a car or as a passenger in a friend’s car. As exciting as being a new driver is, it is also a serious responsibility. Driving requires your full attention, and failing to drive while attentive can result in car and property damage, injury or death."

Tyler presents The 9 Freakiest Celebrity Body Transformations posted at Weight Training, saying, "I hope you find this article fitting for your readers! Some of these transformations are insane! Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Look forward to seeing this on your next blog carnival!

Have a great day!

Tyler"

Gloria Nilson presents 25 Outstanding iPad Apps for DNPs posted at OnlineDNP, saying, "For DNPs and other medical professionals who work in a fast-paced environment, having imperative information readily available could mean the difference between life and death for a patient. iPads and other tablets are great resources in the medical field, and these apps offer helpful reference material, patient records and other information right at your fingertips."

Sue Waters presents 10 Racing Crashes that Changed Car Safety for the Better posted at Car Insurance Blog News, Tips, and Quotes, saying, "The recent passing of Dan Wheldon was a tragic blow to the racing community."

Susan Guarneri presents 10 Grassroots Protests That Changed the World posted at Online Degree.net, saying, "If you've watched the news lately, you've noticed the economic hard times have sparked unrest about economic inequality and corporate greed."

Donna Cullen presents 10 Signs Your Man Needs Fashion Lessons posted at Top Dating Sites.

Melanie Slaugh presents 10 Tricks for Using Work Email for Personal Communications posted at Internet Service Providers.

Roxanne Porter presents The Challenges of Being a Nanny to Celebrity Kids posted at Nanny Jobs.

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