Vaughn Balchunas
Vaughn Balchunas writes about Bamboo Leaf tea and herbs from around the world. Additional information can be found at http://tea-guide.com/asian-tea.com.
Articles by this Author
The Importance of Memorials in the Grieving Process
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 01/1/2008
- Death and Dying
- Unrated
The experience of death is a life-altering event. Any person who has deeply mourned the loss of someone near and dear will tell you that you can never really go back to being the person that you once were. Somewhere along the way, you have lost a little something of yourself. This experience of loss is most intense when the deceased is someone very close like a parent, sibling or child.
Arranging and Purchasing a Cremation and Memorials
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/31/2007
- Death and Dying
- Unrated
A typical funeral can cost $6,000 compared to $1200 for a cremation and service. Caskets typically start at about $2,000 for an economy model and quickly rise from there. Be sure and shop around online.
How Funeral Keepsakes and Customized Cremation Urns are Made
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/31/2007
- Death and Dying
- Unrated
Find out how many of today's customized urns are made by the master craftsmen and artists who make them. These cremation urns are beautiful works of art in their own right and many people prefer to display them openly. Family and friends are choosing keepsake urns or memorial jewelry like lockets and urn necklaces to keep precious memories close.
Sirius Goes Portable with Home Docking Stations and Satellite Accessories
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Satellite Radio
- Unrated
Accessories for XM and Sirius Satellite radios are abundant. There are tons to choose from, and every time you turn around it seems there's something new!
What to Expect During and After a Traditional LASIK Treatment
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Health
- Unrated
The surgery itself is relatively painless, especially after the doctor puts the numbing drops into your eye. The doctor then uses a laser or an instrument called a microkeratome to create a small flap in the cornea.
Playground Equipment Trends in the Twenty-first Century
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Children
- Unrated
Today's playground equipment includes clubhouses, swings, rock walls and slides just to name a few. A lot of thought and design goes into developing safe and most important fun playgrounds.
Is Your Credit Card Debt Monster Eating You Alive?
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Debt Consolidation
- Unrated
It is becoming too easy for people to get credit cards these days. The easier it gets, the more into debt our society becomes. One charge card leads to two which leads to three which leads to stifling budget problems if you do not have the income or discipline to keep up with the bills.
Simple Math: Individual Dental Insurance vs Discount Plan
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Insurance
- Unrated
Many dental discount companies claim that their rates are much lower than regular dental insurance plans. Rates vary on dental discounts. For example, many companies offer savings between 10% - 60% on some dental services.
From Mellow to Power, There is a Type of Yoga for Everyone
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Aerobics
- Unrated
There are many types and styles of Yoga being practiced all over the world today. Here is a brief overview of some of the most popular types and styles.
Nightmares and Bedwetting: Children and Bedtime Issues
- By Vaughn Balchunas
- Published 12/29/2007
- Parenting
- Unrated
While there are many children that do not have any bedtime issues, there are many who do. Not every child is able to go to bed at night, and get all of the required sleep they need. The following paragraphs will discuss children and bedtime issues, including bed wetting, nightmares, and inability to fall asleep at night.