Karelian bear dog

The Karelean Bear Dog is a close cousin of the Russian Laika and there is a great deal of similarity between the two. However, the Carelean bear dog is native to Finland. The Finnish name for the dog is Karjalank Arhukoira. Finland’s early settlers had to survive on rugged land and hunting, rather than farming, […]


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What I needed from my chief development officer when I was the CEO of a nonprofit

If I didn’t know it before, I’m sure I knew it later. Seventeen years as president of a university convinced me that I couldn’t do it all, and I would fall flat on my face if I tried. That’s a humbling leadership lesson that is universally applicable. But it is especially true in Development. As […]


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“For the love of God!” What is the origin of this strange expression?

What about the expression: “For yelling out loud”? Have you ever thought about that? I mean, what the hell does that expression mean anyway? Where did it originate from? Phrases like “Hot dog!” or “Man alive!” It makes sense to me. Hot dog implies that you are excited about something, just as excited as you […]


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Arnica Gel – Erases Dark Circles and Bags Under Your Eyes

The skin under the eyes is thin and delicate. Sometimes lack of sleep, poor diet, dehydration, age, smoking and/or drinking can cause this skin to trap fluid. This can cause bags or dark circles. Dr. Lisa Masterson, an OB/GYN on the television show The Doctors, recommends Arnica Gel to relieve these dark circles and bags […]


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Lenovo ThinkPad A275 Review: A must-have business laptop with business-grade security

If you’re looking for a lightweight and versatile laptop that meets your business needs, a great place to start is the Lenovo ThinkPad A275. Imagine having a machine powered by an AMD processor, but weighing only 2.9 pounds. That’s exactly what you’ll get with this unit. It also comes with all the security features you […]


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Making First Contact With Your Ex – How To Banish The Fear Of Rejection And Get Your Ex Back

If you have just gone through a breakup, you will experience a variety of emotions. I know how you feel, because I’ve been there more than once myself. I felt confused, alone, and angry all at once the first time it happened. All I wanted was to have my ex back in my arms, sure […]


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