About Video Games: T Minus 10

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Video Games From Niko Silvester, your About Video Games Editor If you celebrate Christmas (or another gift-giving winter holiday), you're running out of time to shop. But should you worry? Not if you've got gamers on your shopping list, because we have gift guides, reviews, useful news and much more to help you finish off your list. And if you're done shopping, you can sit back and enjoy the articles. Before You Buy a Video Game as a Gift If you're a gamer, you may figure you've got the art of buying videogames down pat, and you may be right. But what about buying games for people who aren't you? Here are some points to consider... Read more See More About:  gifts  shopping  Nintendo DS / 3DS 2011 Holiday Gift Guide There's no doubt about it, the DS is cool and has some of the most innovative games out there. Here's a guide to the very best for DS fans... Read more See More About:  nintendo ds  nintendo 3ds  gift guide Top 10 First Person Shooters of 2011 FPS is one of the most popular genres, so there are a lot of games to choose from. Here are ten of the best from the past year... Read more See More About:  top games  top action games  new releases MMORPGs: Sandbox vs. Themepark What's the difference between a "sandbox" game and a "themepark" game? If you don't know, or even if you do know but want to see what someone else thinks about the topic, check out this attempt to define the sub-genres... Read more Video Games Ads Computer Games Video Games Driving Games Play Games Games Game Featured Articles Xbox Stocking Stuffers Classic Video Games for the Sony PSP On With the Show: 'The Sims 3: Showtime' How to Master Racing and Driving Games 'Fighting Fantasy: The Warlock of Firetop Mountain' (PSP) In-Game Promotions and Virtual Property   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Video Games newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Needlecrafts: Gift Ideas and More

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Needlecrafts From Connie Barwick, your About Needlecrafts Editor This edition of the Needlecrafts newsletter is filled with ideas for gifts and more. Get ready for the holidays! Red Nose Glitter Reindeer Necklace Tammy jazzed up a purchased painted wooden piece and with the help of some wire, turned it into a pendant. It reminds me of Rudolf! Crochet Christmas Ornament Patterns Feeling creative? Want to make your own Christmas tree ornaments? If so, you'll find plenty of free patterns and instructions for making handmade ornaments in a variety of different craft techniques -- crochet, cross stitch, and others! See More About:  crocheting for holidays  crocheted christmas decorations  Beaded Bird Patterns Here's a set of three free beadweaving patterns designed for use in the 2012 Bead-It-Forward project sponsored by Bead&Button magazine. As you might guess, the theme of the 2012 project is birds; every square submitted to Bead&Button must reflect that theme. Learn more about Bead-It-Forward. See More About:  free beading patterns  amulet bag patterns  Keep Your Arts and Crafts Business Eco-Friendly It's just good business to keep your arts and crafts business as green as possible. Not only do customers prefer to purchase from eco-friendly businesses, it may cut your costs to make your arts and crafts too! Check out these six resources for greening up your arts and crafts business. See More About:  green business practices  eco-friendly arts and crafts  sustainable designs Needlecrafts Ads Unique Gift Ideas Christmas Ornaments Free Quilt Patterns Crochet Patterns Cross Stitch Kits Featured Articles Christmas Tree and Ornament Cross Stitch Pattern Goldwork Embroidery Review:All Wound Up - Stephanie Pearl-McPhee How to Install A Magnetic Purse Closure Learn to Make a Puff Quilt Hanukkah Menorah Needlepoint Pattern   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Needlecrafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Pets: Christmas Pets

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Pets From Alyson Burgess, your About Pets Editor Christmas is a time for giving, so most tend to do whatever they can to think of the best possible presents for each of their loved ones. If you're thinking of giving a live pet to someone has a holiday gift, however, you will be giving them much more than a just a dose of Christmas cheer. Take time to read the featured articles below and find out why giving a pet as a gift may not be the great idea that you think it is. Pets as Presents? While pets who are given as gifts sometimes suffer consequences in life as a result, so do the owners who they were given to. Read on to learn more about why pets should stay out of your holiday gift-giving equation. See More About:  questions and answers  adoption and rescue  gifts for pet lovers Giving an Aquarium as a Gift Aquarium kits are popular choices as gifts for older children and adults alike. However, if there is an Aquarium on your Christmas list, then it's likely that you should put some more thought into your decision before putting one under the tree. Check out this article to discover truths about giving an aquarium that you may not have thought of. See More About:  aquarium startup  good first fish  aquarium sizes Exotic Pet Gifts If you know an exotic animal lover, then it's especially important that you refrain from giving them an actual pet as a gift -- pet-themed gifts are almost always appreciated, though! Browse this handy list for ideas that will thrill all the animal lovers in your life this holiday season. See More About:  pet gifts  frog gifts  skunk gifts Top 10 Gifts for Horse Lovers As much as you may want to give your favorite equine enthusiast a horse for Christmas, most of the time it isn't a feasible idea. Take a look at this holiday gift-buying guide for horse lovers and you'll be sure to give them the next best thing! See More About:  gifts for horse lovers  horse books  horses and humans Pets Ads Christmas Christmas Gift Idea Xmas Gifts Unique Gifts Pets Featured Articles All About Penguins Buying Gifts for an Aquarist Dog Gift Guide Parrots as Presents Holiday Cats 4 Steps to Giving a Puppy as a Gift   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Pets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Teen Life: Is it Normal?

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Teen Life From Ellen Friedrichs, your About Teen Life Editor Teens often have a lot of concerns about sex and their bodies that center on the question of whether something is "normal." Here is information on everything from masturbating to periods to help clear up confusion. How Often is it Normal for Males to Masturbate? The expression of sexuality through masturbation differs through countries and cultures. In the West it has been estimated that about 98% of men have masturbated at some time in their lives.On a day-to-day, or week-to-week basis, we know that teens and younger men do tend to masturbate more often than middle-aged or elderly men... Read more Is It Normal to Enjoy Gay Sex If You're Not Gay? A teen writes, "I've known this guy since grade 4. About 3 months ago, he approached me and "announced" that he was sexually attracted to me. It was a bit of a shock to me... Read more See More About:  hiv  sexual activity  gay life Is it Normal For Puberty to Start Really Early? We tend to think of puberty as something that teens have to deal with. But puberty often starts long before the teen years... Read more See More About:  signs of puberty  early puberty symptoms  puberty stages What's a Normal Period for Teens? A teen writes, "I am 15 years old. I just moved in with my aunt and I am not comfortable with asking her questions. I've had my period since I was 13 and each time I had it--it was the same until now... Read more Teen Life Ads Writing Letters Free Sample Letters Hot Chatrooms 3D Cut Letters Featured Articles Is it Normal to Bleed After Sex? Normal for a Straight Girl to Be Attracted to an FTM guy? Is it Normal to Have Pain With Ovulation? Is it Normal to Shave Pubic Hair? Is it Normal to Bleed on Depo Provera? Is it Normal to Have One Breast Bigger Than the Other?   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Teen Life newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement