Fort Lauderdale Woman Selected for Country?s First "Golden Pageant"

Naples, FL (ContentDesk) August 4, 2005 -- Elle Nash of Fort Lauderdale has been selected as a representative in the 2006 Ms. Golden America Pageant.
She was chosen from over 700 applicants.
The pageant plans to have approximately 20 women compete from throughout the country for the title on October 29, 2005 at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers, Florida.With the purpose of focusing on the beauty and accomplishments of women baby boomers, Ms. Golden America, Inc.

based in Naples, Florida developed this pageant much like the "Miss" pageants people have watched for decades.
Ms. Golden America is for women age fifty and above and unlike its younger counterparts, there is no swimsuit competition. Ms. Nash, age 64, owns "Fit Over Fifty" and is a senior personal trainer.

She has two children and two grandchildren.
Ms. Nash's past experiences include time working on Capital Hill in Washington, DC.
Originally from New York, Ms. Nash held the title of Miss Manhattan in the 60's.

When asked how she feels about entering the pageant, Ms. Nash replied, "By entering this pageant I feel I have come full circle.
Life is so exciting at this age. We can be anything we want. It takes determination, persistence and a little hard work."Contestants will compete in five areas of competition that include tennis wear, commercial appeal, written essay and the traditional evening gown and on-stage question.

Eligibility requirements are United States residency, being at least 50 years of age by October 29, 2005 and of course, being a female.
Women may be single, married, divorced or widowed. Ms. Golden America will win an array of prizes, including a personal appearance contract, a week for two to New Life Hiking Spa in Killington, Vermont and a diamond solitaire necklace.
The pageant will be produced as a one-hour special on the cable satellite network, SkyAngel.

It is scheduled to air December 17, 2005 at 8:00 p.m.Information about the Ms. Golden America Pageant may be obtained by calling 1-800-545-9407 or on their website, www.msgoldenamerica.com..



Eminem Named Artist of the Month for March.

Eminem's string of awards and honors continues today as he is named Artist of the Month for March, 2005 by MPFree (www.MPFree.com).
Artist of the Month is awarded each month to the artist whose music was downloaded most frequently by MPFree members.
During March, more MPFree members downloaded Eminem's tracks than any other artist.
"There was a very slim margin of victory between Eminem and second-place finisher, 50 Cent.
It really came down to the wire," said Phil Nadel, President of MPFree.

The third-place finisher for March was Ciara.The most downloaded single during the month of March was "Candy Shop" by 50 Cent.
Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone" was second.
MPFree.com is a web site that provides its members with a legal way of getting totally free music downloads.
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The Copper Beech Inn Rated ?Best Country Inn?

The Copper Beech Inn announced today that it was designated "Best Country Inn" by Connecticut Magazine for the second consecutive year.The Inn, an 1880's Victorian, is located in Ivoryton?one of three picturesque villages that make up the town of Essex. Just minutes from the scenic Connecticut River and the Long Island Sound shoreline, the Four-Star Inn along with its award-winning AAA Four-Diamond restaurant is just a two-hour drive from New York City and Boston. The Copper Beech Inn's proprietor, Ian S. Phillips, stated
"We are once again delighted to receive this designation by Connecticut Magazine.
To be recognized in our home state is a tribute to all of the people who have made The Copper Beech Inn what it is today ? including our discerning, wonderful guests and our top-notch staff."The historic property features recently restored guest rooms and luxury suites.

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Halekulani?s Award-Winning Restaurants Set the Table with Love This Valentine's Day

Halekulani, Honolulu's acclaimed luxury resort, offers two distinctive venues for couples seeking the ultimate romantic dining experience this Valentine's Day.
With its idyllic oceanfront setting, warm tropical breezes and inspired cuisine, Valentine's Day dining at Halekulani will excite the senses and set the mood for romance with unique menus offered at the award-winning La Mer and Orchids restaurants on February 12, 13 and 14, 2005. La Mer, the only restaurant in the state of Hawaii to receive the coveted American Automobile Association's (AAA) Five Diamond Restaurant Award, has long been recognized among Oahu's most romantic dining spots.
Michelin-starred Chef de Cuisine Yves Garnier continues this tradition with a five-course prix-fixe Valentine's Romance Dinner.
Couples will begin their enchanted culinary journey with a complimentary champagne toast followed by Saut?ed Foie Gras with Pineapple and date Confit, and a second course of Parmesan Crusted...

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Wine Cellars

For wine lovers, nothing beats nicely arranged wine bottles and elegant-looking wine cellars to get them in the mood for drinking wine.

According to recent studies, those that are serious wine drinkers belong to the baby boomer generation. It is interesting to note that the children of baby boomers, who are 20 years old and older, are also wine drinkers and choose premium wines.

Wines should be stored in the best possible conditions that will allow the wines to age slowly and develop more complexly. It is important to know how to make your own wine cellar. Wines should be stored at the right temperature until such time that you are ready to drink them.

Wines should be stored inside an insulated cupboard, under the stairs, in a closet or in a cabinet where temperature can be controlled.

A cellar should have the proper insulation, with a vapor barrier, wall lining, doors, windows and lighting.

It is also important to choose the...

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Imagine Life Without Property Insurance? How Would You Sleep at Night

Copyright 2006 Geoff Morris

Imagine going through life with no insurance at all'Must be a bit like driving car without a seat belt in place.

For most people, insurance is a necessary aspect of life. It is the safety net that protects you from a crushing fall or an imminent disappointment during hard times.

Nothing is worse than an unforeseen natural or man-made disaster that unfortunately removes earnings capacity or assets from you or your business.
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History Of The Strawberry And The Strawberry Tree

Copyright 2006 Patrick Malcolm

It is difficult to trace the ancient history of the strawberry plant or strawberry tree, because there are so many different, complex, undefined species, and they have evolved in so many different places and countries.

Pliny described the strawberry tree, Arbutus in his early writings of the Roman culture in the first century, AD.

Strawberry trees, Cudrania tricuspidata, have been known since antiquity and have been so named...

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Car Sale Leads Connect Customers to Car Dealers with Preferred Dealer Program

(ContentDesk) November 15, 2005 -- Online lending marketplace leader myAutoloan.com has announced its Preferred Dealer Program, which matches customers to franchised auto dealers with highly targeted car sales leads. These approved and qualified car sales leads are online customers seeking financing and are ready to buy.The Preferred Dealer Program provides incremental sales opportunities. With many customers having approved funding in hand, car dealers can focus on selling cars. The program...

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Time to Walk the Red Carpet

This Spring share and enhance your personal sense of LA style with a veritable who's-who of Los Angeles movers and shakers at Red Carpet Boutique. This prestige shopping and entertainment event debuts at the classic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel (in the Oscar Room no less!) on Saturday, May 21st from 11-4pm. Hosting a dynamic ensemble of LA's cr?me-de-la-cr?me designers, artisans and entertainers, Red Carpet Boutique is the scene to be seen in. "Red Carpet Boutique is an homage to the days of old...

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PC Velocity Offered with Privasafe's Software Bundle

Fort Lee, NJ (ContentDesk) August 3, 2005 -- Privasafe, a consumer products company offering subscription e-mail and ISP services, also offers a suite of software that includes PC Velocity internet accelerator from Logical Innovations. The entire bundle, including anti-virus software, spyware protection, a pop-up blocker and PC Cleanser comes free with a standard monthly subscription to Privasafe.PC Velocity is a revolutionary new software suite that includes three applications working together...

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