After reading many success stories about how people recover a stolen bike, I thought I had to share my experience. I’ve read about stories from many different places, most of them around Seattle, Portland, Toronto and of course Los Angeles where I’m from.

My mountain  bike got stolen from the Sherman Oaks Galleria, the wire lock was cut and hanging there by itself. According to the police, the Sherman Oaks Galleria is a hotbed for thieves. It’s a shame that management ...

Returning gifts is mostly an unpleasant subject, because we don’t want to offend the person who gave it to us. But chances are big that the taste is just different, the size doesn’t match or we already have the same or a similar product.

Lots of givers are anticipating this and request a “gift receipt” when they buy the goods. Giving a gift receipt allows the recipient to return the item and exchange it for something else without hassle. But what ...

At times it seems like we are thrown into situations that we presume are not of our own creation and we find ourselves wondering why. There is a reason for that. One that goes far deeper than just the concept that there is something there for us to acquire.

To be clear. It is ultimately about acquiring something. But at times it’s as well about experiencing something on a much deeper level. I suppose it depends on how meaningful the lesson ...

For years, my drawer has been stacked with regular cotton panties, pretty much covering my butt cheeks and leaving a line barely visible thru some of my pants. I’ve been wearing cotton shorts for ages because they are comfortable, not really aware that my behind is showing panty lines, hence I neglected my “not so cracky” butt. When life is comfortable and easy, I tend to get a bit sloppy, admitting.

In addition I figured that thongs would be uncomfortable ...

Getting tired of ever growing cable bill? Remember the days we got a full lineup for about 30 bucks? Long gone!

With the move away from analog tv signal to a full digital lineup, it’s now possible to receive clean, over the air HDTV. Playing with the idea to toss out the cable box and cancel the cable subscription seems so tempting. The confusion  (and sometimes frustration) comes into play where we wade thru a plethora of devices, such as tv ...

Every year when Holidays on the way, I make sweets for my family and friends, sending my best wishes and love to the people every I spend my time or thoughts. The number one favor treats for my friends is the Classic Italian Biscotti.

Unlike the traditional, old fashioned Biscotti recipe, I crated a modified version to incorporate healthy ingredients that taste delicious and contain a unique flavor, packed into crunchy bites that go so well with a sip of creamy, coffee ...

Rarely are we leaving a movie experience that changes our lives going forward, but the few that do deserve a special mention as the most influential and  life altering movies that everyone ought to watch.

We are all human and we all are touched by diverse things that we encounter thru life or that we watch others encounter in the movies.

Here are the most influential movies that you ought to watch.

Pay It Forward is a movie that is focused ...

Cinco de Mayo (fifth of May) and its history is an very imperative day in Mexican tradition.  Come the 5th day of May, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated with great happiness by the Mexican people.

But Mexico is not the single place Cinco de Mayo is  celebrated, it is as well celebrated in the United States and everywhere where a Mexican community exists.  Truth be told, Cinco de Mayo has become a established holiday in the USA.

A myriad of ...

Searching for affordable sports cars that look exclusive without getting you broke? Those who want to live a life of luxury often find themselves picking out the best affordable sports cars. Finding that fun sports car is easier than ever. Choosing that inexpensive sports car from our list which will provide their drivers with luxury, excitement and quality of well known brands, making this purchase an pleasurable one.

The Porsche Boxster had its debut in the late ’90s and for ...

These drinking games are not for the boys night out or a wild Superbowl extension, but rather for a funny evening with your date or save a boring evening with your roommate and they will be sure to keep both the entertainment and booze flowing. Especially with the right people, drinking games can be very exciting.

So get your favorite beverage, a comfy seat, your favorite music, a fun partner and prepare yourself to drink up.

Setup a Backgammon board with shot glasses, preferably different ...