April 1, 2011
Xds asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hello!
IMF or the International Monetary Found was conceived in July 1994 when United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference met in the Mount of Washington Hotel. The delegates agreed to the conference that agrees on a framework for international economic cooperation.
The goal of IMF is to stabilize exchange rates and assist the reconstruction of the world's international payment system. The IMF's role was very crucial to it help improved the economies of its member countries. It describes itself as an organization that works together to foster monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth and lowering poverty.
The IMF was organized formally on December 27, 1945 and signed by 29 countries.
source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Monetary_Fund
IMF or the International Monetary Found was conceived in July 1994 when United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference met in the Mount of Washington Hotel. The delegates agreed to the conference that agrees on a framework for international economic cooperation.
The goal of IMF is to stabilize exchange rates and assist the reconstruction of the world's international payment system. The IMF's role was very crucial to it help improved the economies of its member countries. It describes itself as an organization that works together to foster monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth and lowering poverty.
The IMF was organized formally on December 27, 1945 and signed by 29 countries.
source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Monetary_Fund
April 1, 2011
Mominansari asked:
Annelisle answered:
The highest peak in Pakistan is K2. It is located in the Karakorum Range and reaches 28250 ft or 8,611 meters. It lies partly in China and partly in Pakistan's Kashmir regions. The mountain's glacier rises from its bast at about 15000 feet on the Godwin Austen Glacier which is a tributary of the Baltoro Glacier.
source:
http://www.einfopedia.com/highest-mountain-peaks-in-pakistan.php
source:
http://www.einfopedia.com/highest-mountain-peaks-in-pakistan.php
April 1, 2011
Glenmil55 asked:
Annelisle answered:
Phelebotomy is the procedure where a blood is drawn out from a patient using medical needles. The blood that was extracted will then be studied by a physician to determine the patient's health status.
Blood will also be used in other patients through blood transfusion. A phlebotomist is a medical professional who draws blood from patients for the above-mentioned purposes. There are certain conditions where patients require the removal of blood on a regular basis like polycythemia where there is overproduction of blood.
source:
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-phlebotomy.htm
Blood will also be used in other patients through blood transfusion. A phlebotomist is a medical professional who draws blood from patients for the above-mentioned purposes. There are certain conditions where patients require the removal of blood on a regular basis like polycythemia where there is overproduction of blood.
source:
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-phlebotomy.htm
March 31, 2011
Neslornn asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hello! I'm sorry about your sister. I remembered my aunt who had breast cancer last 1988. I helped my cousin look for turbans and scarves that she can wear after her chemotherapy. We had difficulty finding them during that time.
Now, I found plenty of sites that you can visit for scars and turbans.
These are the best sites so far where you will have plenty of colors and prints to choose from:
http://www.turbansandscarves.co.uk/
http://www.turbanplus.com/
Now, I found plenty of sites that you can visit for scars and turbans.
These are the best sites so far where you will have plenty of colors and prints to choose from:
http://www.turbansandscarves.co.uk/
http://www.turbanplus.com/
March 22, 2011
Kelraye78 asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hello @kelraye!
I'm glad that you asked this question because I have problem myself with regards to my daughter who is in her teens. She always complains that she has big legs and that she is fat and I admit I find it quite difficult on how to handle it.
I found these helpful tips and guide on how to boost a teen's body image and how we as parents make our teens feel good about themselves.
1. It would be best as a parent to carry your own weight and shape with comfort and pride as well as work through own negative attitudes.
2. Get rid of your bathrooms scale since it is very easy to let the numbers on the scale determine how you feel about yourself. What really counts is your children's intelligence, thoughtfulness and canny sense of humor.
3. Spend some time with your teen and help her find a style that looks good on her.
4. Challenge stereotypes, that thin is different from slim.
5. Educate your teen about the basis of genes when it comes to weight.
6. Don't fight over weight but help your teens learn how to eat a well-balanced meal.
7. Enjoy your food and make sure your teens are enjoying theirs too.
8. Encourage your teen to enjoy and appreciate your body. Often hug her and make her feel secure that she is loved no matter what.
9. Don't comment on her weight for this can affect a teen's self-body image.
10. Don' let family or friend comment on your teen's weight and stand up for your teen.
source:
http://www.canadianliving.com/family/teens/10_ways_to_boost_a_teens_body_image.php
I'm glad that you asked this question because I have problem myself with regards to my daughter who is in her teens. She always complains that she has big legs and that she is fat and I admit I find it quite difficult on how to handle it.
I found these helpful tips and guide on how to boost a teen's body image and how we as parents make our teens feel good about themselves.
1. It would be best as a parent to carry your own weight and shape with comfort and pride as well as work through own negative attitudes.
2. Get rid of your bathrooms scale since it is very easy to let the numbers on the scale determine how you feel about yourself. What really counts is your children's intelligence, thoughtfulness and canny sense of humor.
3. Spend some time with your teen and help her find a style that looks good on her.
4. Challenge stereotypes, that thin is different from slim.
5. Educate your teen about the basis of genes when it comes to weight.
6. Don't fight over weight but help your teens learn how to eat a well-balanced meal.
7. Enjoy your food and make sure your teens are enjoying theirs too.
8. Encourage your teen to enjoy and appreciate your body. Often hug her and make her feel secure that she is loved no matter what.
9. Don't comment on her weight for this can affect a teen's self-body image.
10. Don' let family or friend comment on your teen's weight and stand up for your teen.
source:
http://www.canadianliving.com/family/teens/10_ways_to_boost_a_teens_body_image.php
March 20, 2011
Mickthou asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hi @mickthou!
I've read a lot of good reviews for the HTC Wildfire. According to one at thehotgadget.com, it is one of the best phones in the market because it has high quality features at affordable price.
One of the amazing features is the 5 MP camera. Aside from this it also has excellent design, impressive browsing experience. You can really get more than enough in spite its amazing low price.
These are the HTC Wildfire Pros:
*compact and well-designed with high quality build
*supports various applications
*lets you have an excellent browsing experience
*has a quick and responsive touchscreen
*perfect for everyday use
*affordable
*can also be used as a walkman music player
*has internet capabilities
*has 2.2 inch display that rotates automatically
*supports 4GB memory card
*user-friendly
*has logical menu structure
HTC Wildfire Cons:
*the display has low resolution
*little use of the optical track pad
*there is some lag in some functions
*poor battery life
*GPS
*does not have an excellent sound through speakers
*absent focus in camera
You can read more reviews about HTC Wildfire at these sites:
http://thehotgadget.com/htc-wildfire-user-reviews-pros-and-cons.html/1607/
http://www.getele.com/htc/htc-wildfire-high-quality-phone-for-starters.html
http://www.fonehome.co.uk/2010/07/29/htc-wildfire-pros-and-cons/
I've read a lot of good reviews for the HTC Wildfire. According to one at thehotgadget.com, it is one of the best phones in the market because it has high quality features at affordable price.
One of the amazing features is the 5 MP camera. Aside from this it also has excellent design, impressive browsing experience. You can really get more than enough in spite its amazing low price.
These are the HTC Wildfire Pros:
*compact and well-designed with high quality build
*supports various applications
*lets you have an excellent browsing experience
*has a quick and responsive touchscreen
*perfect for everyday use
*affordable
*can also be used as a walkman music player
*has internet capabilities
*has 2.2 inch display that rotates automatically
*supports 4GB memory card
*user-friendly
*has logical menu structure
HTC Wildfire Cons:
*the display has low resolution
*little use of the optical track pad
*there is some lag in some functions
*poor battery life
*GPS
*does not have an excellent sound through speakers
*absent focus in camera
You can read more reviews about HTC Wildfire at these sites:
http://thehotgadget.com/htc-wildfire-user-reviews-pros-and-cons.html/1607/
http://www.getele.com/htc/htc-wildfire-high-quality-phone-for-starters.html
http://www.fonehome.co.uk/2010/07/29/htc-wildfire-pros-and-cons/
March 15, 2011
Allball78 asked:
Annelisle answered:
allball78!
Happiness in my own opinion is a choice. I use to worry a lot especially when it comes to financial aspect. I was thankful that at an early age I was able to have a personal relationship with God and because of this my faith was strengthened.
My eyes were opened to all the blessings that I have received. I use to worry a lot about never having enough money to buy for our needs. I use to think that money can solve problems but I realized that I was wrong.
God enlightened me on what matters most in my life and what makes me truly happy. There was a time in my life where I had the means to buy whatever material things I want which I thought would make me happy but it it didn't. I realized that relationship is more important than things.
I am happy when I learned that I am special and wanted and that I am one small miracle of God. I rest on that thought. And I feel so blessed that God gave me the wisdom to know that He has blessed me so much and made me feel His love through my family and friends. And knowing this made my life very happy.
I faced a lot of failures in life and I had my share of disappointments but I learned to stand up and face them and use this experiences face whatever obstacles and challenges that lies ahead of me. I believe that my family and above all God is always there for me. And that if I live my life by sharing with others especially the less fortunate, respecting other people, valuing life, is enough to make me live happily.
Happiness in my own opinion is a choice. I use to worry a lot especially when it comes to financial aspect. I was thankful that at an early age I was able to have a personal relationship with God and because of this my faith was strengthened.
My eyes were opened to all the blessings that I have received. I use to worry a lot about never having enough money to buy for our needs. I use to think that money can solve problems but I realized that I was wrong.
God enlightened me on what matters most in my life and what makes me truly happy. There was a time in my life where I had the means to buy whatever material things I want which I thought would make me happy but it it didn't. I realized that relationship is more important than things.
I am happy when I learned that I am special and wanted and that I am one small miracle of God. I rest on that thought. And I feel so blessed that God gave me the wisdom to know that He has blessed me so much and made me feel His love through my family and friends. And knowing this made my life very happy.
I faced a lot of failures in life and I had my share of disappointments but I learned to stand up and face them and use this experiences face whatever obstacles and challenges that lies ahead of me. I believe that my family and above all God is always there for me. And that if I live my life by sharing with others especially the less fortunate, respecting other people, valuing life, is enough to make me live happily.
March 17, 2011
Smilezxps asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hi @smilezxps!
These are some of the plants that can grow well in small pots:
1. Herbs are among the simplest plants to grow in small plastic pots. They are low-maintenance and are both functional and decorative. Examples of herbs that you can grow in small potted pots like rosemary, santolina, hyssop, thyme and rue and some of the best choices.
2. Another great plant to grow is African violets. The flowers can grow in clusters and grow at about an inch or slightly more in width.
3. The Itsy Bitsy Ivy is a very small variety of English ivy that can grow very well in small pots. It has lobed leaves and trailing vines that are very similar to English Ivy.
4. Money Plant is believed to bring joy and prosperity and this plant is a climber and can be grown in pots of almost any size and shape.
5. Aphelandria is an amazing Zebra plant that are always in fashion. There are some varieties that has become very popular. They are also well-suited to grown in small pots.
sources:
http://www.tutorvista.com/biology/small-potted-plants
http://www.ehow.com/list_6470933_plants-well-little-plastic-pots.html
http://www.apartment-gardening-homes.com/uniqueindoorhouseplants.html
These are some of the plants that can grow well in small pots:
1. Herbs are among the simplest plants to grow in small plastic pots. They are low-maintenance and are both functional and decorative. Examples of herbs that you can grow in small potted pots like rosemary, santolina, hyssop, thyme and rue and some of the best choices.
2. Another great plant to grow is African violets. The flowers can grow in clusters and grow at about an inch or slightly more in width.
3. The Itsy Bitsy Ivy is a very small variety of English ivy that can grow very well in small pots. It has lobed leaves and trailing vines that are very similar to English Ivy.
4. Money Plant is believed to bring joy and prosperity and this plant is a climber and can be grown in pots of almost any size and shape.
5. Aphelandria is an amazing Zebra plant that are always in fashion. There are some varieties that has become very popular. They are also well-suited to grown in small pots.
sources:
http://www.tutorvista.com/biology/small-potted-plants
http://www.ehow.com/list_6470933_plants-well-little-plastic-pots.html
http://www.apartment-gardening-homes.com/uniqueindoorhouseplants.html
March 17, 2011
Lilbirdie79 asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hello @lilbirdie79!
If you are planning to straighten your hair at home, be sure that you use the right products and tools for it.
You will need a blow dryer which is at least 1300 watts, large round brush if your hair is long, hair clips, a hair straightening kit.
A hair straightening kit usually consists of a serum, cream or gel. You will also need a detangling comb and a flat iron. The flat iron is optional if you don't have one you can still go ahead and straighten your hair at home.
You will find more helpful guide on how to go about it if this is your first time in doing this at: http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-straighten-hair/
If you are planning to straighten your hair at home, be sure that you use the right products and tools for it.
You will need a blow dryer which is at least 1300 watts, large round brush if your hair is long, hair clips, a hair straightening kit.
A hair straightening kit usually consists of a serum, cream or gel. You will also need a detangling comb and a flat iron. The flat iron is optional if you don't have one you can still go ahead and straighten your hair at home.
You will find more helpful guide on how to go about it if this is your first time in doing this at: http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-straighten-hair/
March 15, 2011
Shadowbear asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hello!
So far, India is one country who is most committed in studying the use of thorium fuel. They believe that this element has a potential to become nuclear fuel for future reactors of all types. Thorium is an ore or monoazite that can be found in large amount in the dark beach sand of India, Australia, Brazil, Norway, USA, Canada, and South Africa.
This element as a based fuel cycles have been studied for 30 years but on a much smaller scale compared to uranium/plutonium cycles.
The UK, Russia and the USA have done research and development like irradiating thorum fuel in test reactors.
At the moment, India is finished with the first stage of its nuclear program. The Indian authorities approved India's Department of Atomic Energy's proposal in setting up a prototype of the next-generation fast breeder nuclear power reactor at Kalpakkam and setting the stage for the commercial exploitation of thorium as a fuel source.
source:
www.thorenco.com/techdocs/nuclear_report.pdf
So far, India is one country who is most committed in studying the use of thorium fuel. They believe that this element has a potential to become nuclear fuel for future reactors of all types. Thorium is an ore or monoazite that can be found in large amount in the dark beach sand of India, Australia, Brazil, Norway, USA, Canada, and South Africa.
This element as a based fuel cycles have been studied for 30 years but on a much smaller scale compared to uranium/plutonium cycles.
The UK, Russia and the USA have done research and development like irradiating thorum fuel in test reactors.
At the moment, India is finished with the first stage of its nuclear program. The Indian authorities approved India's Department of Atomic Energy's proposal in setting up a prototype of the next-generation fast breeder nuclear power reactor at Kalpakkam and setting the stage for the commercial exploitation of thorium as a fuel source.
source:
www.thorenco.com/techdocs/nuclear_report.pdf
March 16, 2011
Rkiper asked:
Annelisle answered:
HI @rkiper!
There are several chic and stunning prom hairstyles for different hair types if you have short hair. They are quite stylish and make your face prominent.
Other styles are prom updo but be sure that you will be comfortable with them.
Prom updo are classy prom hairstyles that takes time and patience to do and they will make you look more mature.
Make sure that the updo that you choose will match the shape of your face.
See the photos below.
You can see more pictures at http://beautifulpromhairstyles.com/
You will also find more prom style hair ideas at :
http://www.totalhair.net/
http://www.hairstylesca.com/prom_teenage_hairstyles.html
http://beauty.about.com/od/promhairstyle1/a/prom_hairstyles.htm
http://shortlonghairstyles.com/04/prom-hairstyles-2010.html
There are several chic and stunning prom hairstyles for different hair types if you have short hair. They are quite stylish and make your face prominent.
Other styles are prom updo but be sure that you will be comfortable with them.
Prom updo are classy prom hairstyles that takes time and patience to do and they will make you look more mature.
Make sure that the updo that you choose will match the shape of your face.
See the photos below.
You can see more pictures at http://beautifulpromhairstyles.com/
You will also find more prom style hair ideas at :
http://www.totalhair.net/
http://www.hairstylesca.com/prom_teenage_hairstyles.html
http://beauty.about.com/od/promhairstyle1/a/prom_hairstyles.htm
http://shortlonghairstyles.com/04/prom-hairstyles-2010.html
March 14, 2011
Nikky24 asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hi @nikky24!
According to astralinfo.org, one of the most effective technique to be able to have an outer body experience is to have the ability to focus and maintain your awareness away from your body. You can have this focus is you direct your full attention on a specific physical object or place.
The technique is called "target technique" which is an important exercise to help you develop this ability.
To start with, you should chose three physical items that you can visualized with relative ease. The target you choose should be in a different area of your home away from the room that you use for your out-of-body-techniques.
You can select for example, your favorite book for your first target, second is choose that that holds special meaning to you and third is choose one most visually stimulating object that is available like your favorite painting, sculpture, or crystal.
visit the source for the complete instructions.
source:
http://www.astralinfo.org/theOBEexperience.htm#target%20technique
According to astralinfo.org, one of the most effective technique to be able to have an outer body experience is to have the ability to focus and maintain your awareness away from your body. You can have this focus is you direct your full attention on a specific physical object or place.
The technique is called "target technique" which is an important exercise to help you develop this ability.
To start with, you should chose three physical items that you can visualized with relative ease. The target you choose should be in a different area of your home away from the room that you use for your out-of-body-techniques.
You can select for example, your favorite book for your first target, second is choose that that holds special meaning to you and third is choose one most visually stimulating object that is available like your favorite painting, sculpture, or crystal.
visit the source for the complete instructions.
source:
http://www.astralinfo.org/theOBEexperience.htm#target%20technique
March 14, 2011
Pfositnote asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hi @pfositnote!
One of the best curling iron that heats up fast according to customers who have used this is the Conair Instant Heat Curling Iron.
It is made of basic chrome-barrel curling iron that will surely meet your needs. It gets good reviews from users and some said that this type will get hot fast and works better compared to other expensive models.
It has 25 adjustable temperature settings, dual voltage and a tangle-free swivel cord. It is also available in five different sizes from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches.
You can buy this for $15.00.
source:
http://www.consumersearch.com/curling-irons
One of the best curling iron that heats up fast according to customers who have used this is the Conair Instant Heat Curling Iron.
It is made of basic chrome-barrel curling iron that will surely meet your needs. It gets good reviews from users and some said that this type will get hot fast and works better compared to other expensive models.
It has 25 adjustable temperature settings, dual voltage and a tangle-free swivel cord. It is also available in five different sizes from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches.
You can buy this for $15.00.
source:
http://www.consumersearch.com/curling-irons
March 11, 2011
Shuaijan asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hi!
At the moment surgery is the only way possible in curing epilepsy but every year 3,00 to 4,000 of more than 2.5 million are candidates of epilepsy in the U.S. The other cases can be managed using anti-epileptic drugs but these are to minimize the incidence of seizure and are not considered cure.
The reasons for this is that there are various complaints that are called as epilepsy and treatment for them depends on the physicians who is doing the evaluation and treatment. This is according to David M. Treiman, epileptologist.
Dr. Treiman said that the goal of treatment for this condition is to make the patients free from recurrence or seizure without any side effects so that they will be able to live normal lives.
source:
http://www.umdnj.edu/umcweb/marketing_and_communications/publications/umdnj_magazine/hstate/win98/epicure.html
At the moment surgery is the only way possible in curing epilepsy but every year 3,00 to 4,000 of more than 2.5 million are candidates of epilepsy in the U.S. The other cases can be managed using anti-epileptic drugs but these are to minimize the incidence of seizure and are not considered cure.
The reasons for this is that there are various complaints that are called as epilepsy and treatment for them depends on the physicians who is doing the evaluation and treatment. This is according to David M. Treiman, epileptologist.
Dr. Treiman said that the goal of treatment for this condition is to make the patients free from recurrence or seizure without any side effects so that they will be able to live normal lives.
source:
http://www.umdnj.edu/umcweb/marketing_and_communications/publications/umdnj_magazine/hstate/win98/epicure.html
March 9, 2011
Msott asked:
Annelisle answered:
Hello @msott!
According to an article I've read, yes, we are able to see auras up to some degree. Long ago, people are capable of seeing auras and advance spiritual people like Buddha, Christ are painted with different halos on the head because some artists can actually see auras.
In Australia, you will find prehistoric cave painting that are thousands of years old that depict people with halos.
source:
http://www.thiaoouba.com/seeau.htm
According to an article I've read, yes, we are able to see auras up to some degree. Long ago, people are capable of seeing auras and advance spiritual people like Buddha, Christ are painted with different halos on the head because some artists can actually see auras.
In Australia, you will find prehistoric cave painting that are thousands of years old that depict people with halos.
source:
http://www.thiaoouba.com/seeau.htm
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