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The Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter #102 8/10/00 |
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In this issue: - Way
of the Warrior ~~~~~~~Our Sponsor's Message~~~~~~~~ CONFUSED ABOUT BUYING RAM? Let Crucial's Memory Selector (TM) do the work for you! Our memory is guaranteed 100% compatible or your money back. Get top quality at low, low prices. Buy direct from The Memory Experts (TM) at Crucial. ~~~~~~~~Please support our sponsor~~~~~~~ BUSHIDO, meaning "Way of the Warrior", is the starting point for all the Martial Arts teachings. Bushido Online explores the history and philosophies behind the martial arts. Divided into three major sections Karate, Kung Fu and Kobudo, this site provides an in-depth analysis of the major disciplines including Aikido, Ju Jutsu, Kempo, Shorin Ryu and many more. The enriching content will satisfy both the master and the perspective pupil. Way of the Warrior - http://www.bushido.ch Johnny Carson, commenting on the air pollution in Los Angeles, once said that, "he didn't like breathing air he couldn't see. If you're interested in knowing the environmental conditions in your community, check out Scorecard, an information service provided by the Environmental Defense Organization. The site profiles 6,800 chemicals, making it easy to find out where they are used and how hazardous they are. You can also find information about your community: learn how bad the pollution is, who the polluters are, where the toxic chemicals come from, what the health risks are, and what actions you can take. Environmental Scorecard - http://www.scorecard.org From the opening bars of Mozart's 40th Symphony, through the distinctive sounds of Tchaikovsky and Beethoven, this site is a joy. Created by two Australian teenagers, it provides a comprehensive resource for people wanting to expand their knowledge of the symphony. This site features biographies of the major symphonic composers, viewable by country or by an alphabetical list. Also included is a timeline showing musical events in their historical context, an explanation of musical forms and structures, and a complete guide to the instruments of the orchestra. The Symphony - http://library.thinkquest.org/22673/index.html SHORT TAKES: If you need help in selecting the presidential candidate most aligned with your political views, you'll gain some clarity by taking the handy quiz at Speakout.com. Selecting
a Candidate - http://www.speakout.com/SelectSmart On my birth date, the first US bombing raid was made on German positions in France, houses cost $7,500, new cars $1000, and the average income was $1231 per year. Enter your birthdate and find out what was happening on the day that you were born. Time
Capsule - http://dmarie.com/timecap For the past 20 years, Pollstar has been the leading publisher for the music concert industry. Their online database of concert information is searchable by artist, city, or venue. It is a great resource for any music fan. Pollstar - http://www.pollstar.com Tell your friends about Cool Tricks and Trinkets and you could win $10,000! click here We recently featured the award winning site, Soda Constructor, a fascinating hybrid of a video game, and one of the most charming, engaging, and just plain fun sites on the Net. ( http://sodaplay.com/index.htm ) Along similar lines comes, uncontrol.com, an interactive flash exhibition that explores the themes of anthropomorphism and kinetics. Point and click your way through DNA, Coral and the hard to corner, roach. Lines, Splines, and Cirlces - http://www.uncontrol.com _______Advertisement_______ Cool Productivity Software Tired of typing the same phrases over and over? Why not let your computer do the work. Type paragraphs, quotes, phone numbers, names, addresses, credit card numbers, URLs or email addresses with one keystroke. Perfect Keyboard Lite ($19.95) Free 30-day trial click here <moderator's
note> This is my most used software program. Loren Haynes is a commercial and fine art photographer best known for creating edgy and emotional imagery for advertising, entertainment, and travel. His celebrity portraits capture the honesty and soul of his subjects coupled with an intriguing beauty. This amazing website was created to display his humanistic and creative style and to provide a forum for visitors to collaborate and share in the creative process. It is one of the most beautiful sites we have reviewed. Loren Haynes Photography - http://www.lorenhaynes.com PBS is home to Julia Child. Since her first cooking program aired on public television in 1963, she has inspired millions of amateur cooks and many professional chefs with her well-honed skills, easy kitchen spirit, and passion for learning. At
this mouthwatering site, Julia visits with America's most famous chefs,
who demonstrate their techniques, regional recipes, and culinary tips.
I was so inspired that I went home and whipped up a great dish of sea
scallops with wild mushrooms. Lessons with the Master Chefs - http://www.pbs.org/juliachild Scott McCloud, is well known to avid comic collector's for his 1980's series, Zot! He recently revived this fabled series in a format that requires nothing more than your browser to enjoy. When it first ran, Zot! was a cult hit, being nominated over twelve times for best series, best single issue and many other awards. Zot Comics - http://www.comicbookresources.com/columns/zot If you're interested in advertising in Cool Tricks and Trinkets, email info@tricksandtrinkets.com SUBSCRIBERS' SITES - Many of our subscribers have fascinating on-line projects. This weekly section will introduce you to some of these sites. Please let me know about your project so that I might mention it in this section. Write me at info@tricksandtrinkets.com ~Kinder Klicks - Newsletter designed for children ages 3-7 and their parents and teachers. http://www.sodamail.com/site/kn.shtml ~SISTERS OF SHARON - Hong Kong's Most Exciting Band! http://www.sistersofsharon.com.hk/ ~Movie Mania - Movies, Reviews, Critics' Writings and Celebrity Profiles. http://www.moviem.com ~eMergeAsia.com - Unique asian Discoveries in Art, Antiques, Home Decor and Fashion. http://www.emergeasia.com/ ~NASCAR Rules - Site for Winston Cup drivers and fans with trivia, fun stuff and photos. http://www.mygem.net/nascarrules/ ~Sonja's 1Stop FreeShop - free stuff, sites, and services. http://justwebit.com/members/12844/ ~The Shiny Happy Compilation of Insanity http://hometown.aol.com//beachcat87/David2.html ~Family site of Simonne Power http://www.megspace.com/family/idokare/welcome2/welcome2.htm
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