Author: Anita L Hummel
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Why Is Sweden Known As Sverige Or Sweden?
My mother was born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden, and I spent some time there during my high school years. I asked my mother if she knew where the name Sweden came from, and she said she was not sure. So they started my quest to discover why Sweden is named Sverige or Sweden. Sweden…
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Sailing Or Flying, What Is Easier To Learn?
I have taken flying and sailing lessons, so I understand which is easier to learn. Both flying and sailing are skills you need to obtain. Sailing and flying require time and commitment to learning, but sailing is usually a more leisurely sport to master than flying. Learning to fly will require a lot of safety,…
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Is Hong Kong A Separate Country Or A Part Of China?
In 1997 when Hong Kong’s rule reverted to China, I had just moved back to Hong Kong. I spent many years living and working in Hong Kong during that time. Hong Kong and China have basic laws similar to what we would in the United States consider our constitution or our rights as individuals and…
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What Is The Function Of A Sailboat Keel?
The keel is a part of the sailboat that most of us never see, as it is usually underwater when we are sailing, but it is an essential part of the sailboat. The keel is the part of the boat that is down into the water as a blade or ridge. The part of the…
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What Is The Bowman In Sailing?
The term bowman may be a term that many people have heard in sailing, but they are not quite sure what the role of a bowman is as part of the sailing crew. A bowman is a role for a sailing crew whose main job is to be at the front of the sailboat. The…
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Lettuce Wrapped Vietnamese Fresh Spring Roll Recipe, Keto-Friendly Version
If you are like me and are on a keto diet but want to enjoy some of your favorite Asian or Vietnamese food, you may wonder how you can make the famous Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls Keto Friendly. I have taken the famous Vietnamese fresh spring roll recipe and made it completely keto-friendly. Anyone on…
