http://www.artipot.com/authors/5889/steve-collins/ Latest articles by Steve Collins from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/418132/finding-nemo-ocean-sized-fun.htm When you consider that 71% of the Earths surface is comprised of water, finding any one particular fish seems like a veritable needle in a haystack -- albeit a very wet, soggy haystack. Running with this premise, Disney and Pixars FINDING NEMO soared to box office heights rarely enjoyed by an animated feature. To be sure, this little gem of a film remains the highest... Fri, 21 Aug 2009 02:18:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/418132/finding-nemo-ocean-sized-fun.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/356456/debt-management-programs-revealed.htm If you find yourself in a financial crunch and are thinking about enrolling in one of the many debt management programs available, there are a few things you should look at when evaluating your options. First, depending on the severity of your problem, it may be advantageous to look into non-profit debt management programs. You'll get assistance in negotiating with your... Sat, 23 May 2009 22:10:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/356456/debt-management-programs-revealed.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/331642/identity-theft-is-not-funny.htm We have all seen the ads on TV about identity theft. We may find these commercials humorous, there is nothing funny about the crime of identity theft. Because all of us are possible victims, the risk of identity theft should be a concern for everyone. New scams are carried out every day, and you could find yourself the next victim if protecting yourself from identity theft... Sat, 18 Apr 2009 03:24:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/331642/identity-theft-is-not-funny.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/327638/you-and-your-credit-rating.htm Credit ratings are fundamental personal debt histories. They follow us our entire lives, providing a glaringly straight picture of our financial behavior. Lenders and credit card companies look to credit ratings for the most precise assessment of whether we are good risks or bad risks. But just precisely what kind of information do credit ratings contain? Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:43:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/327638/you-and-your-credit-rating.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/321353/the-disney-movie-club-and-the-power-of-magic.htm Walt Disney World features some of the most famous landmarks in the world. Cinderella's Castle and the EPCOT ball are perhaps the most famous. In addition to the amazing landmarks, they also offer some of the best lodging in the world. Walt Disney's dream has materialized into one of the best vacation destinations for families in the world. Millions of people travel to... Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:33:55 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/321353/the-disney-movie-club-and-the-power-of-magic.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/316697/cinderella-iii-lives-up-to-the-charm-of-the-original.htm People are fond of referencing Cinderella, merrily joking about the magical midnight transformation of the star character from an enchanted princess into her regular self. The 1950 Disney full length cartoon was nominated for three Academy Awards and has remained a childhood favorite for nearly sixty years. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:48:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/316697/cinderella-iii-lives-up-to-the-charm-of-the-original.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/315212/a-spoonful-of-sugar-and-mary-poppins.htm Hitting movies screens in 1964, MARY POPPINS was an unparalleled musical success for Walt Disney. Based on the beloved childrens book series of P.L. Travers -- and illustrated by Mary Shepard -- the film was recently ranked as the 6th Best Musical of All Time by the American Film Institute. A remarkable feat for a film so despised by its author. Travers never approved of... Sat, 28 Mar 2009 12:52:33 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/315212/a-spoonful-of-sugar-and-mary-poppins.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/315118/tinker-bell-set-for-success.htm The adored sprite started as little more than a supporting character, but now Tinker Bell is a worldwide sensation. Created by the playwright made famous by Johnny Depp, J.M. Barrie, she was first envisioned as a nothing more than a ball of light in Barries 1904 play Peter Pan." She was subsequently included in Barries 1911 novel, PETER AND WENDY. This all changed, of... Sat, 28 Mar 2009 09:19:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/315118/tinker-bell-set-for-success.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/309680/why-sufferers-of-presbyopia-should-get-multifocal-contact-lenses.htm While some people would say that not seeing well when a person ages is nothing more than their eyes getting old, sometimes they are not wrong but there is a condition called Presbyopia that strikes people who are in their forties to fifties. Those who do end up with this eyesight problem can rest easy knowing that it is something that many people their age suffer from. What... Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:33:01 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/309680/why-sufferers-of-presbyopia-should-get-multifocal-contact-lenses.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/282045/why-credit-rankings-are-important.htm Should you find yourself in the situation of needing to apply for a loan, your credit ranking can make or break your chances. That one small number that is your credit ranking will tell a potential lender whether you are a golden applicant for a loan or whether they should be concerned about your ability to repay the money you borrow. Generally, credit rankings range from... Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:16:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/282045/why-credit-rankings-are-important.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/281161/how-to-choose-a-home-equity-loan-thats-right-for-you.htm If you are over the age of 62 and you have never heard of the phrase home equity then quite frankly you need to read further. Home equity can stand for peace of mind for cash-strapped senior citizens who may be thinking of relinquishing their beloved homes. The concept of home equity is not difficult to grasp. It is basically the opposite of a traditional forward mortgage. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:55:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/281161/how-to-choose-a-home-equity-loan-thats-right-for-you.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/273553/the-astonishing-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe.htm Some voyages take us far from home. Some ventures lead us to our destiny. Others take us to the Disney adaptation of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia. The first movie in the series is The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. This distinct world of fantasy and magic is beloved by generations of avid readers eager to thrill at the exploits of the Pevensie children as they... Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:11:33 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/273553/the-astonishing-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/272483/know-where-your-money-goes-by-budgeting.htm Does it seem like money just vanishes as soon as you get it? On Monday you stuck a couple of twenties in your wallet and by Thursday all you have is some loose change. For a lot of folks, if you have it, you will spend it. Cash seems to slip out of your hands, whether it is spent on a Cappuccino or a magazine at the news stand. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:04:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/272483/know-where-your-money-goes-by-budgeting.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/272299/preparing-your-taxes-online-removes-some-of-the-dread-from-april.htm Did you choose to prepare your taxes online last April 15th or were you among the sleep-deprived, nervous in line at the Post Office? Were you annoyed by the amount you had to pay for having your taxes filed by the tax service in the mall? Were you dismayed by the slips of paper and forms that may as well have been written in medieval Flemish? Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:33:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/272299/preparing-your-taxes-online-removes-some-of-the-dread-from-april.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/271639/how-to-set-a-strong-financial-example-for-your-kids.htm Do you grit your teeth when you give your family their allowance and it right away vanishes on candy and CDs? Do you feel like your kids have no idea of the value of a dollar or the importance of saving? Do you wish your children would learn to set a goal, such as putting aside their money for a big purchase? Family budget counseling could give you the edge you need. With... Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:59:19 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/271639/how-to-set-a-strong-financial-example-for-your-kids.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/268662/your-credit-rating-is-important.htm Credit ratings, at their most simple, are personal debt histories. Credit ratings can haunt us for our entire life, providing a often worrying picture of our financial behavior. Lenders and credit card companies look to credit ratings for the most simple assessment of whether we are a good or bad risk. But what kind of information does a credit rating contain? Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:48:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/268662/your-credit-rating-is-important.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/267848/asking-for-financial-help-is-not-as-hard-as-it-appears.htm If you are like a lot of people these days, you may be overextended in your monthly budget. It is very easy to be lured in by the offers of fast, pre-approved credit cards flooding the mailbox. Cashiers at almost every store tempt you by asking, Would you like to apply for a store credit card and save 15% on all your purchases today? Online financial counseling is a step... Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:22:38 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/267848/asking-for-financial-help-is-not-as-hard-as-it-appears.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/266445/a-reverse-mortgage-is-an-option-for-seniors.htm Senior citizens seeking reverse mortgage tips need look no further than the Internet. There is a world of reverse mortgage tips to be found online. It is always pleasant to be able to do a little quiet research and arm yourself with a few facts before pursuing a financial venture. Reverse mortgage tips are available online, as are other facts that are helpful when you are... Tue, 13 Jan 2009 21:26:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/266445/a-reverse-mortgage-is-an-option-for-seniors.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/265286/identity-theft-a-crime-that-destroys-lives.htm Identity theft is a crime and a growing problem in the United States. Identity theft includes any fraudulent activity involving the assumption of someone else's name, social security number, financial information or other sensitive personal data with the intention of deception. Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:39:34 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/265286/identity-theft-a-crime-that-destroys-lives.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/264936/how-to-capitalize-on-your-time-with-a-credit-counselor.htm Seeking the services of a credit counselor is a smart way to find a solution to your financial problems. An experienced credit counselor has a full arsenal of suggestions and strategies to help you in making the most of your income and modify your spending habits as you work towards reducing and eventually eliminating your debts. Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:33:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/264936/how-to-capitalize-on-your-time-with-a-credit-counselor.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/262881/the-different-pitfalls-of-college-loans.htm There are thousands of students who could not afford to go to college or to remain in college through their graduate school years without college loans. The fact that these loans are the only factor actively allowing some student to stay in school and graduate makes their value incalculable. The understanding that these loans will not have to be repaid until sometime in the... Wed, 07 Jan 2009 12:35:23 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/262881/the-different-pitfalls-of-college-loans.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/256045/3-tips-for-finding-a-consumer-credit-counseling-service.htm Selecting a consumer credit counseling service seems like a fairly straightforward task. However, with the field growing by leaps and bounds, it is in your best interest to take some time and follow a few tips to make sure that the consumer credit counseling service you choose is reputable and offers the best services. Fri, 26 Dec 2008 22:19:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/256045/3-tips-for-finding-a-consumer-credit-counseling-service.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/255271/desire-to-be-debt-free-heres-how.htm Debt settlement could be your first move toward financial constancy since you smashed your piggy bank with a hammer and blew all your money. If money slips through your fingers or is spent before it is even in your hands then you are a likely candidate for debt settlement. Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:59:53 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/255271/desire-to-be-debt-free-heres-how.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/254813/is-your-debt-too-much.htm Do burdensome financial troubles make you wonder if you are days away from eviction? Do you dread opening your mailbox, knowing it will be full of past due notices? Do you have bad dreams about being unable to satisfy creditors? Do you live from paycheck to paycheck? Consumer credit advising may best be the best way of addressing these severe worries. Wed, 24 Dec 2008 02:27:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/254813/is-your-debt-too-much.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/253084/the-other-duck-daisy-duck.htm Daisy Duck, as it happens, was created around 1920. Daisy's brother married Donald's twin sister, Della Thelma Duck, and together, they became the parents of Huey, Dewey, and Louie, which is why the triplets call her "Aunt Daisy". In the early days, she wore a red dress and had a bow in her hair. Daisy Duck became Donald Duck's girlfriend in 1940, after his regrettable... Sat, 20 Dec 2008 03:04:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/253084/the-other-duck-daisy-duck.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/241836/the-pirates-of-the-caribbean-nautical-good-fun.htm Whether it is Johnny Depp's hilarious depiction of Captain Jack Sparrow, or Orlando Bloom's swashbuckling Will Turner, the PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN has fast become a beloved favorite. A story of love, family ties, and curses, the film deftly balances humor with edge-of-your-seat thrills. Entering the murky world of pirates will transport your and your family to faraway... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 20:55:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/241836/the-pirates-of-the-caribbean-nautical-good-fun.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/240986/pixie-power-tinkerbell.htm Tinkerbell is one of the beloved characters in the world. She was created by J.M. Barrie in his play "Peter Pan" in 1904 and first envisioned as a ball of light. Since her debut, she has been featured in numerous films and television shows. J.M. Barrie also included her in a novel called "Peter and Wendy" in 1911. Originally, she was nothing more than a auxiliary character.... Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:37:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240986/pixie-power-tinkerbell.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/231385/minnie-mouse-the-apple-of-mickeys-eye.htm Minnie Mouse is undoubtedly one of the most memorable and recognizable cartoon characters of all time. She, along with her beau Mickey Mouse, is part of the long line of characters that form the backbone of the Disney Empire. People from all over the world recognize her as the love of Mickey Mouse's life, his girlfriend, his reason for being. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:26:07 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/231385/minnie-mouse-the-apple-of-mickeys-eye.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/225404/thunder-into-the-holidays-with-bolt.htm Look out world, Bolt is soon to be unleashed! The latest Disney movie follows the adventures of Bolt, a white Shepherd puppy voiced by John Travolta. Bolt has lived his entire life on the set of a dramatic television show, where he plays a dog with super powers. When he is accidentally shipped cross-country to New York City, he embarks on a mission to return to Los Angeles.... Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:25:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/225404/thunder-into-the-holidays-with-bolt.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/216837/distance-education-and-ashworth-college.htm Distance education is becoming a trendy way to learn in today's educational environment. While it is still growing in popularity, it has been around for some time. It may not have been as sophisticated as it is now, but it has enjoyed a sustained history. The history of distance education is a long and storied one. Some of the greatest minds on the planet like Thomas Edison... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:10:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/216837/distance-education-and-ashworth-college.htm