The Case for Free Online Roulette Games and Slot Games

Whether it is the roll and tumble of the ball or the swift arm thrust of the slot, online casino games have a lot to offer in fun and financial reward that will keep you coming back for more, and perhaps add cash to your wallet. Roulette games and slot games are two of the best ways to indulge the online casino.

Everything has its negatives, but with the right attitude and personal responsibility, you can stay focused on the myriad positives that come with playing roulette games and slot games online. Here are four perks that make the case for these fun, addictive, and rewarding games:

1. No risk. Everyone knows the House holds the advantage. This is no big secret. But there are ways to harness all the advantages in your favor. Part of it comes from intuition, and part comes from a deeper understanding of the games themselves. With roulette games and slot games online, you are never obligated to play for real money. Other than the fact that this affords you pure fun, you can also become more familiar and comfortable, whether standing at the wheel or sitting in front of the one-armed bandit.

2. Great for beginners. Roulette games and slot games are two of the easiest forms of gaming to learn. With a clearer understanding of how they work, it also becomes easier to learn the nuances of other equally fun games such as Keno and Craps.

3. Great for pros. Some of the easiest ways to make money are also some of the simplest. With roulette games, betting on the right number or color is as difficult as it gets. In slot games, you just trust your instincts and pull. While it is true that roulette games and slot games favor no one person over another, they are also great for the seasoned gamer, who knows how to place smart bets and keep their confidence in check when their participation graduates to playing for real money.

4. Unlimited playtime. At the casino, hogging a table or machine may be looked down upon. God forbid you did it back in the day when the mafia had their feet in the pool! Online gaming, such as playing slot games or roulette games, means you have as long as you want for as little time as you want ? no cares, no concerns, no worries! Pressure does not exist in the world of online gaming until you want it to, and even then, you are in a position to control it.

Do not let the lack of a gaming environment get you down. It does not matter where you live or who you are. Anyone with Internet access can enjoy the freedom, security, and benefits, of online gaming. By honing in on easy-to-learn and potentially rewarding features, such as roulette games and slot games, you can learn the lay of the land, build your confidence, and reach toward greater rewards. And if money isn’t one of those greater rewards you are looking for, then you can always settle on fun!

Are Your Kids Hooked On Zoo Mania?

If you’ve got young kids in school, you may have heard the term “squishy” floating around.  Are they talking in some kind of secret code?  Hopefully they’re not talking about that bug on the basement floor or the way your belly feels to them!  So what exactly is a squishy and how much do your kids know about them?  Do they have zoo mania?

Well, ease your mind, because a squishy is just a term for pencil toppers that are all the latest craze in schools across the US.  I was first introduced to squishies when my kids begged me to take them to the local pizza joint, but it was NOT to eat pizza!  That restaurant had a vending machine filled with the little squishies, as they called them.  There were Zoo Mania, Zoo Mania 2, Jungle Mania, and Sea Mania creatures in tiny 1″ plastic containers.  I think they spent about three or four dollars each just trying to get a variety of the squishy pencil toppers.

But the squishy mania didn’t stop there.  Occasionally they would get a “rare” one.  These are really what they were after.  In their quest for the rare zoo mania or rare sea mania squishies, they ended up with quadruplets of just about every other squishy!  Of course, I lectured them about how this was a complete waste of money, but in order to compete with their friends about who had the most and the rarest squishies, they just wouldn’t stop.

So I started looking into a better way to buy squishies.  With their allowance money dwindling away or gone, they got frustrated that they couldn’t get just the squishies that they wanted.  By this time the trading factor had worn off, and it just wasn’t worth spending their life savings just to get the next rare squishy.

My search led me to BuySquishies.com.  They are relatively new to the marketplace, but after placing an order, I found that they were extremely easy to deal with, were happy to answer all of my questions, and they shipped the squishies right away so my kids could enjoy them sooner rather than later.  I would not buy them anywhere else.  When you find a good thing you stick with it.

Why You Should be Weary of Coin Brokers

When dealing with coin brokers you must be weary because the coins are obviously not theirs, so if they intend to sell the coin they will probably hike up the cash amount and you will have to try and get a bargain from them. Be sure that the broker does not pull a fast one on you by convincing you that you give them the coin and they will get back to you with the money. Make sure you are there as the deals go down.
Coin brokers are also not the most trustworthy people that you can buy coins from so if you do have to deal with them then watch their every move and know that they will try take you as high as they can so as to make a bigger profit for them and maybe their client. A coin broker is basically the person that brings together the seller and buyer and is the go between for the seller. If he or she is your broker than you probably pay them a commission if they either find for you a buyer or if they find a certain coin you may have wanted for your collection.
If you are to deal with a broker you must get an experienced one who has a good reputation and is known to do good deals. Also make sure he or she is someone you can trust because coin collection can be a very dirty game and brokers can play dirty. Be careful of people who are out to con you and make sure you check all the credentials first before letting anyone near your collection.

10 Tips for the Perfect Wedding

Who would imagine that planning the penultimate event for the most joyous occasion with the love of your life…could make you want to tear your hair out by the handful.  Except THAT would ruin your plans for the perfect wedding hairstyle.  Which might make you push back the date.  Which….Arrrrgh!  Wedding planning does not have to be so stressful.  Here a some sensible tips that should make your nuptial planning go much more smoothly. 

1. Get on the same page with your fianc?

Planning a wedding can cause plenty of friction between two otherwise incredibly compatible people. Before you get into the nitty-gritty, discuss your hopes, concerns, and stylistic preferences in detail. Even though one partner usually takes the lead when it comes to dealing with wedding planning logistics, if both parties involved don’t feel okay with the general plan, problems will inevitably arise — particularly when it comes to the size and cost of the affair.

2. Create a budget

Don’t believe the wedding books or wedding sites — throwing even a modest-sized wedding in the United States is far more expensive than most general information sources will tell you — particularly if you live in a cosmopolitan area like New York or Los Angeles. Budget everything, and budget conservatively. List your photographer, videographer, flowers, honeymoon costs, marriage license costs, hotel room costs for the night of the wedding, ring costs, special ceremonial prop costs, wedding dress and tuxedo costs, food and drink costs, and anything else that might be pertinent. You can use other peoples’ wedding budgets as a guide, but remember that the more explicit you are about your line items, the easier it will be to keep your budget from going off the rails. Along those lines, beware that alcohol and food can really add up — particularly if you are inviting more than a hundred and fifty guests.

3. Set a realistic date

Pick a date well in advance and let your guests know as soon as possible. If you choose a weekend in the middle of wedding season (roughly May through August), you may have to compete with other weddings for your guests’ attention. You want to give yourself enough time to get all of the nuts and bolts in place for your big day. If you don’t leave yourself that breathing room, you will inevitably get stressed out, particularly in the two weeks leading up to the ceremony.

4. Look for bargains

The so-called “wedding industrial complex” runs a smooth marketing operation. Everyone from your florist to your manicurist will have a hierarchy of wedding-related goods and services to sell you, and you will be tempted to choose the top-of-the-line in every category. After all, it’s your big day. However, you can save tons of money in certain areas, provided that you work from your budget and think practically about how to save money. For instance, the groom might choose to rent his tuxedo rather than to buy it. This can save him $300 or $400. The bride might consider shopping for her wedding dress at a warehouse sale or even wearing her mother’s old dress.

5. Delegate some responsibilities

Brides and grooms to be tend to feel put upon to make everyone happy during the wedding planning process. However, no one person can do it all — particularly if that person has to hold down a job or perform any other societal responsibilities. Now is the time to lean on your friends and family. Task your best friend, for instance, to help pick your florist. Call in a favor from Uncle Arnie, the great gourmand, when it comes to choosing the wine list. Be creative. Invite participation.

6. Don’t be afraid to make decisions

You will be faced with many, many options on how to do your hair, arrange tables, set up flower arrangements, instruct your band and/or DJ, and so forth. If you leave these crucial decisions to the last minute, you will get overwhelmed and panicked. Instead, resolve at least some of these open-ended questions early on in the process. This will give you the psychological breathing-room you need to de-stress before you take your vows.

7. Decide on your guest-list as early as possible

One way to simplify your guest-list making process is to break your list down into three categories. Category A involves people who absolutely must be invited to the wedding. (For instance, the bride and groom’s immediate family, your best friends, etc.) Category B covers people who almost surely will be invited — provided there is enough room in your budget to invite them. Category C covers outliers whom you might invite if you get enough no-shows back on your RSVP cards.

8. Get your arrangements in writing

Get signed contracts from vendors. Keep a written record of all of these arrangements, and make sure that you have contact information and photocopies of these contracts available on site. You may need to reference them if something does not go according to plan during the wedding.

9. Have your caterer set aside food and drink for you and your groom/bride to be

During the actual wedding, you will likely be so busy greeting people and partying to eat. But when the band packs up and everyone else goes home, your first thought may not be “let’s go to the honeymoon suite,” but rather “let’s finally get some grub on!” After all, you will likely burn up tons of calories bustling about — so make sure you save some of your delicious wedding food for you and your honey to enjoy.

10. Have Fun!

Your wedding theoretically should be one of the most joyous days of your life. Take the time to reflect on the moment and to embrace the love and affection that brought you and your betrothed together in the first place.

How to Learn to Knit a Skirt

Have you seen a knit skirt and thought that it looked chic and different? Have you started wondering if you could possibly knit one for yourself? Anyone can learn how to knit, although it may seem like a daunting task. However, there are many resources to help you on your way. It is a relaxing hobby, and you will take great pleasure in the knowledge that you knitted your own skirt.

Talk to your grandmother and other family members. Years ago, it was common for people to make their own clothes. Find out if your grandmother, or even an aunt or cousin, knows how to knit. In addition to teaching you how to knit, they can also offer you time-saving tips.

Call your local church or recreation center, as many of them offer knitting groups. The great thing about these groups is that they attract a wide range of people. Men and women knit, and people of all ages from children to senior citizens enjoy knitting. A knitting community like this will welcome you in. Not only will they help you learn the basics, but they can also offer you little tips. If you are making mistakes the people in the group may be able to help you catch and correct them. Another bonus is that you might even find yourself making new friends.

Take a formal class. Craft centers are in the business of moving their products, and one way they do this is to teach people how to use the merchandise. Check with your favorite craft store to find out when they are offering classes on knitting. The class will carry a fee, but they will teach you many valuable skills. Not only will you learn how to use the needles, but they will also teach you about the different speciality needles that are used to do fancier stitches. You will walk away from the class with the knowledge and the skills needed to knit a skirt.

Buy a “How-To” book. The yarn section of your craft store is loaded with books containing patterns for knitting. Some of these books also feature sections that will show you, step-by-step, how to knit. They often have clear pictures and illustrations to go along with the directions. There are even books that are dedicated to learning how to knit, and will go into a great deal of detail. The benefit of teaching yourself is that you will not be on anyone else’s schedule. You can take as much time as you want, and can fit your lessons into your busy schedule wherever you need to.

Regardless of how you learn to knit, your next step is finding a skirt pattern that you like. The pattern will provide you with sizing information, material requirements, stitch information and everything a knowledgeable knitter needs to know for knitting a skirt. The hardest part of this process may prove to be choosing the pattern and your yarn colors.