Luke Schmaltz -- A Man of Words

“When patterns are broken, new worlds emerge.” — Tuli Kupferberg
Female sexuality can be regarded as a macrocosm of deeply personal feelings, dynamic thought processes, naturally transitioning hormones, distinctive personality traits and innate physical characteristics that can almost always be in some sort of a state (subtle or otherwise) of flux and change.
Step Back for a Moment
To think about the sheer scope of hormonal changes a woman endures — aside from the rest of the factors stated a...

Regardless of subjective beliefs, modern scientific study provides overwhelming evidence that carbon emissions are causing untimely erosion of the natural world. This dilemma has compelled many people to contribute to new solutions rather than blindly participate in ongoing problems. If you are among the concerned, consider the fact that hydroponics can help you live in a more eco-friendly way while saving you money and enhancing the nutritional value of your food.

A home grow system is a sim...

As domesticated plants became a crucial food source for ancient man, nomadic hunter gatherer cultures were replaced by agriculturally-based civilizations. Today, the technology that allowed humans to build and sustain large populations threatens to become an insufficient method of sustaining them. This dilemma has driven the development of an alternative means of growing food known as hydroponics. Although rapid development of this practice is a recent phenomenon, history shows that it has be...

Smart clothing on Mars: Spacesuits and Biosensitive Style
February 5, 2018
Presently, extraplanetary attire is relegated to a sophisticated class of spacesuits designed to withstand the conditions beyond Earth’s atmosphere. All serve the ultimate purpose of protecting and preserving human life in otherwise uninhabitable surroundings. Some are meant to be worn within a spacecraft as it ascends and engages into gravitational orbit. Others are built to enable spacewalks and surface treks across ...

The Power of Anxiety: How to Convert Stress into Fuel for Competitive Success
March 5, 2018
“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” — William James
There are advantages of stress and disadvantages of stress, and you can evaluate both by determining how much control you have over the instigating circumstances. Stress is like fire; in measured, manageable amounts it can be quite beneficial — in immense, uncontrollable amounts it can be incredibly ...

“The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter – ‘tis the difference between the lightning-bug and the lightning.” — Mark Twain
As a recruiter, this statement relates to your work as you strive to avoid the cost of a bad hire while instead, pinpointing the candidate that will enable the workflow to flourish. In other words, if you’re looking for lightning, you do not want to hire an insect. Often times during the hiring process, however, an unqualifi...

Denver and the surrounding sub-markets are part of a fast growing, entertainment-savvy region that presents highly attractive opportunities for live event producers. An abundance of venues, optimal geographical location and exploding population make the Mile High City a must for any show that is touring the Western United States. Denver’s sweeping diversity also creates an ideal location for one-off events such as trade shows, festivals and conventions.

If you are planning to produce an event...

One of the best ways to shop for a new home in Lehigh County is to work with a builder who can accommodate your needs. Hallmark Homes Group is well known for this, and their new community. The Reserve at Highgate in Breinigsville, PA offers an array of home designs that can be customized especially for you.

Here are a few guidelines to consider when choosing your ideal floor plan and deciding how to customize it:

Use Your Imagination

It is important to visualize everyday activities taking pla...

In the world of sports and competitive leagues, all frequently-used equipment eventually wears out. Artificial turf deteriorates beneath the feet of athletes just like the uniforms, shoes and protective padding they wear. Unlike many pieces of sports gear, however, synthetic fields are different because they can last many years instead of just a season or two. Regardless, the time eventually comes when replacement is necessary.
Identify the Signs of Aging Turf
There are signs of wear and tear...

The American healthcare industry is growing exponentially, and a medical terminology course can help assure your success working within this world. The expansion of this industry is creating jobs that are increasingly specific to particular facets of the medical process. As a medical claims specialist, your area of involvement exists within the ever-essential conduit of money flow from one entity to another. You are tasked with mediating between providers and insurance companies concerning pa...

As a human being, you are an intricate ensemble of entwined systems that rely on sleep cycles in order to function properly. Like components within complex machinery, your body and brain require significant downtime for “maintenance” that enables their optimal performance. Sleep is a crucial biological intermission wherein this upkeep takes place, and it must occur in order for the show to go on.

There are five sleep stages which occur in succession several times throughout the night, repeati...

Denver, CO. - Tuesday March 19th, 2019 - Tim Flanagan’s situation can be likened to a 21st Century version of David versus Goliath. This time, however, the battlefield is in cyberspace and the underdog is hopping a ride on the hydroponics equipment supply chain of his soon-to-be-surpassed oppressor.
In April of 2015, Flanagan found himself at a crossroads. After leaving his long-standing position as production manager at a regional concert promotion, he started a hydroponic-based growing busi...

If exercise is part of your strategy for losing weight, keeping accurate tabs on your heart rate is essential to achieving success. The fitness world is abundant with philosophies and theories on the many benefits of exercise. Some of the most popular of these demonstrate that periods of elevated heart rate activity can help rid your body of unwanted fat.
Most of these schools of thought state, more or less, that “if you want to lose weight, simply burn more calories than you consume.” While ...