Basketball

I played basketball growing up and now my son has been playing. Here are a few of my favorite things about basketball:

1. fun game

2. need very little equipment

3. good for the body

4. good for the mind

5. keeps kids busy and out of trouble

6. gives kids something to watch on TV other than the usual junk that is shown

7. gives kids something to talk about

8. gives kids a good bond with adults (dads and moms alike)

9. teaches kids how to make seeds and brackets (I am sure this is important for some reason!)

10. watching can be a source of motivation for kids to improve their game

Web Affiliate Creator

In wanting to make the most of a blog site or any other type website, you need lots of up to date information. You can find everything you need to know at Web Affliate Forum . Here are some of my favorite things about this website:

1. learn marketing strategies to monetize your website

2. post if you are interested in link exchanges with other sites

3. post and read warnings of bad experiences with any advertising or marketing resources

4. utilize and implement outgoing RSS feeds

5. learn all you need to know about podcasting

6. learn all about blogging

7. learn about all the best search engines

8. newbies can learn about web design

9. read website reviews

10. introduce yourself and your site

Venture Alliance Partners

Venture Alliance Partners is a leading new provider of private equity. Here are a few of my favorite things about them:

1. sleek, informative website

2. glossary of terms to help those who are new to this strategy

3. core belief number one-knowing the value of different pieces of information and evaluating them in a objective way

4. core belief number two-"employing dynamic investment strategies adapted to any market environment."

5. they do all the leg work of finding up and coming investment opportunities that may have been unrecognizable to potential investors

6. the partnership of these joint ventures

7. they are sharing their information across Europe and the world

8. view list of their partners

9. view their portfolio

10. having an exit plan before going into an investment

There are many other great things to learn about this partnership. Take a look for yourself.

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Homeschooling

We have been a family homeschooling our kids for the past nine years. There are so many wonderful things that we have enjoyed about this lifestyle. Here are a few of my favorites:

1. We get to decide our own schedule

2. Field trips while everyone else is in school

3. Traveling during the off season

4. Mission trips during the school year

5. Really knowing my kids and how they learn best

6. Helping my kids grow and learn in the way that is best for each of them

7. Learning new things myself

8. Re-learning old things

9. Flexible schedule

10. We get to decide what's best for our kids

camping

1. getting away from it all!

2. no TV, computer, telephone

3. nature

4. time with family

5. relaxing

6. nature trails

7. cycling

8. reading

9. fun foods

10. s'mores

blogging

I have been blogging for a little over a year now. Well, nearly a year and a half. Why have I kept at it? Here are a few of my favorite reasons:

1. meeting new people and reading their blogs

2. comments on blogs

3. a place to say what I want to say, about anything in the world

4. new opportunities to make money with my blogging

5. finding unique ways to share what I want to say

6. finding new ad sites willing to pay me for writing in my blog

7. talking to friends and family who do not live near me

8. learning about the world outside my window

9. reading other people's points of view

10. the newest pay for blogging site, Bloggerwave

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My Favorite Things: Health Insurance Shopping Tips

Shopping for health insurance is a real undertaking. There are so many confusing issues to consider. Luckily, tips are available to help sort out the details to aid in your search for affordable health insurance . Here are a few of my favorites:

1. Look at the company's history. Being new may mean the company does not have the financial backing necessary. On the other hand, just because a company has been around awhile doesn't necessarily mean it is safe.

2. Make sure their financial statements match the number of clients they have.

3. What will your monthly premiums be? Be aware, as there is a wide variance among insurance companies.

4. Make sure you are not overpaying monthly premiums compared to the amount of coverage you will receive.

5. Check the deductible. Find a health insurance plan that has an affordable deductible.

6. Will you have a co-pay?

7. Make sure the co-pay does not amount to what you would pay for a normal office visit. This really won't help to save money.

8. Will everyone you need to be covered actually be covered? You will want to make sure that your kids and spouse are all covered under family plans.

9. Be aware of the waiting period. There is often a waiting period before your coverage actually takes effect.

10. Know what is covered. Sometimes, some procedures, though necessary, may be considered as "cosmetic" and will not be covered. Be aware of what will actually be covered before going in to it.

Some good tips to keep in mind in your search for affordable health insurance .