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You can have a lot of fun thinking up familyfriends names, finding out the meanings and trying to make a connection between the two. For example, my eldest brother Clive is apparently "a cliff dweller", which is coincidental, since he lives at the top of a very long steep hill! Or why not play the game with celebrities ? consider the following:

Badu (as in r n'b singer Erykah Badu): African name meaning "Tenth born child"

Winona (as in actress Winona Ryder): Sioux name meaning "Firstborn daughter"

Aaliyah (the late r n'b singer): Arabic name meaning "High, exalted"

Hilary (as in actresses DuffSwank): Latin name meaning "Cheerful"

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An African friend of mine once mentioned that many Africans are given a second name corresponding to the day of the week on which they were born. I think is a really nice tradition, but in my case, my middle name would be "Sondo" (born on Sunday)!! Hmmmm?

Whatever type of name you have chosen Jamal Adams Jets Jersey , or are thinking about for your "bundle of joy", its worth doing a little research into the meaning. And it's never been easier, with the wealth of Internet resources and books available, including my own site at , which is jam-packed with resources, tips and information on baby names Sam Darnold Jets Jersey , baby name meanings and baby products.

Your search may yield some surprises; for example, the lovely-sounding name "Malory" is French and means "Bad luck". You could get round this by spelling it "Mallory", but this means "Without good fortune" in Old German!

Alternatively, you may end up a little confused by different meanings of the same name; for example "Leah" is a beautiful girl's name, but what does it mean? Well?

? In Hebrew it means "Cow" or "Weary one" ? uugghhh!

? In Greek it means "Glad tidings"

? In Assyrian, it means "Mistress Le'Veon Bell Jets Jersey , ruler"

And a final warning: if you are planning to go for a funky, unusual-sounding name, be sure to avoid "Bacia," ? its Ugandan meaning is "Family deaths ruined the home!"

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Enjoy your search and happy baby naming!

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Shower Liners - Cleaning Tips Home Repair Articles | July 16, 2010
Shower liners are the items hanging on the inside of the curtain. They work to prevent the curtain from becoming soiled while keeping water in the tub and off the floor.


Shower liners are the items hanging on the inside of the curtain C.J. Mosley Jets Jersey , which acts as a way to prevent the curtain from becoming soiled while keeping water in the tub and off the floor. Unfortunately, due to the fact that the liner is used as a protective item, it can easily become a magnet for dirt, soap scum, mildew, and mold. In addition Curtis Martin Jets Jersey , the material is often quite difficult to clean in contrast to flooring or porcelain. But never fear!! In this article, we will outline instructions to help you keep that liner looking fresh and new.

Materials:

? Microfiber Towel
? Squeegee
? Old Bath Towels
? Baking Soda
? White Vinegar
? Chlorine Bleach
? Unscented Laundry Detergent
? Washing Machine

Step 1 ? Take the liner down by carefully removing it from the shower curtain rings. Leave the curtain itself in place. Roll it up in order to transport it without chance of catching a snag or tripping. It?s best to roll width-wise, however it?s not important whether it?s even or not.

Step 2 ? Set the washing machine to the large-size load capacity, and start it in a gentle cycle. Allow the washer to fill with water prior to placing the liner in. Add 2 tsp. of unscented detergent and two old bath towels to the load. The towels serve as a buffer for and will actually help scrub the material.