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Eyes Facts
●We should never put anything in or near our eyes, unless we have a reason to use eye drops. We would only do that if our doctor or parent told us to use them.
●Blinking helps to wash tears over our eyeballs. That keeps them clean and moist. Also, if something is about to hit our eye, we will blink automatically.
●Our body has some natural protection for our eyes. Our eyelashes help to keep dirt out of our eyes. Our eyebrows are made to keep sweat from running into our eyes.
●Our eyes are very important to us, and we must protect them. We don't want dirt, sand, splinters or even fingers to get in our eyes. We don't want our eyes to get scratched or poked. That could damage our sight!
●The study of the iris of the eye is called iridology.
●The shark cornea has been used in eye surgery, since its cornea is similar to a human cornea.
●The number one cause of blindness in adults in the United States is diabetes.
●The eyeball of a human weighs approximately 28 grams.
●The eye of a human can distinguish 500 shades of the gray.
●The cornea is the only living tissue in the human body that does not contain any blood vessels.
●The conjunctiva is a membrane that covers the human eye.
●Sailors once thought that wearing a gold earring would improve their eyesight.
●Research has indicated that a tie that is on too tight cam increase the risk of glaucoma in men.
●People generally read 25% slower from a computer screen compared to paper.
●Men are able to read fine print better than women can.
Mouth Facts
●In a month, a fingernail grows an eighth of an inch.
●People whose mouth has a narrow roof are more likely to snore. This is because they have less oxygen going through their nose.
●While sleeping, one man in eight snores, and one in ten grinds his teeth.
●It takes food seven seconds to go from the mouth to the stomach via the esophagus.
Body Facts
●In one day, a human sheds 10 billion skin flakes. This amounts to approximately two kilograms in a year.
●Every square inch of the human body has about 19,000,000 skin cells.
●Approximately 25% of all scald burns to children are from hot tap water and is associated with more deaths than with any other liquid.
●Forty-one percent of women apply body and hand moisturizer at least three times a day.
●Every hour one billion cells in the body must be replaced.
●The world record for the number of body piercing on one individual is 702, which is held by Canadian Brent Moffat.
●The small intestine in the human body is about 2 inches around, and 22 feet long.
●The human body makes anywhere from 1 to 3 pints of saliva every 24 hours.
●The human body has approximately 37,000 miles of capillaries.
●The aorta, which is largest artery located in the body, is about the diameter of a garden hose.
●The adult human body requires about 88 pounds of oxygen daily.
●It is very common for babies in New Zealand to sleep on sheepskins. This is to help them gain weight faster, and retain their body heat.
●An average women has 17 square feet of skin. When a women is in her ninth month of pregnancy she has 18.5 square feet of skin.
●The width of your armspan stretched out is the length of your whole body.
●41% of women apply body or hand moisturizer a minimum three times a day.
Hair Facts
●On average, a man spends about five months of his life shaving.
●On average, a hair strand's life span is five and a half years.
●On average redheads have 90,000 hairs. People with black hair have about 110,000 hairs.
●Next to bone marrow, hair is the fastest growing tissue in the human body.
●In a lifetime, an average man will shave 20,000 times.
●Humans have about the same number of hair follicles as a chimpanzee has.
●Hair will fall out faster on a person that is on a crash diet.
●The average human head weighs about eight pounds.
●The reason why some people get a
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Ancient Customs
In ancient times, Aztecs gave medicine for kidney problems with the left hand, and medicine for liver problems with the right hand.
When a Mayan wanted to know the future, they would visit a soothsayer who would rub both his legs. If the right leg twitched, the future was good. If the left leg twitched, doom was coming.
In Chinese tradition, the yin, or right side, lives in harmony with the left side, the yang. Neither side dominates the other.
In medieval heraldry, a "sinister bend" or a left-handed stripe across a coat-of-arms was the mark of a bastard, a "son of the left hand."
In Japan, there was a time when a wife being left-handed was ground for a divorce. Today the prejudice against lefties has lessened.
Native American's used to discourage left-handedness by strapping the left hand of an infant to their cradleboard, while leaving the right hand free.
The Egyptians thought it was good luck to enter a house left foot first.
Some biblical texts claim Eve was made from Adam's left rib.
In ancient Peru, it was believed by the Incas that being left-handed was a sign of good luck.
An old Irish saying states, "The left hand of a dead man dipped in a milk pail causes cream."
Wearing a medal on the left side of the body became a custom thanks to the crusaders. They chose to wear their emblems close to their hearts.
Word's for the Lefties
In ancient Rome, the word meaning "left" was "sinister."
The English origins of the word "left" come from the Latin "laevus" meaning "the shield" or "lucky side."
The Latin word for "lefty" is "scaevola," the last name of Caius Mucius, who when he failed to kill an enemy, burned off his own right hand.
The Italian words for left and left-handed are "mancino and mancini" which translate to "defective and deceitful."
Skateboarders that are left-footed are called "goofy-footed."
In North American sign language, a raised right hand means "powerful" and "brave." A left hand place over a right hand means "burial" and "death."
An insult or a put down is known as a "left-handed compliment."
In sailing terms, a "left-handed ship" means the ship in considered unlucky.
In Australian terms, a "molly-dooker" is a "sissy-fisted" lefty.
The Spanish word for left-handed is "zurdo" or "wrong."
Ambidextrous taken to mean "able to use both hands equally," really translates as "having two right hands."
British slang for left-handed are: kefty, scrammy, and wacky.
In German, a left-handed person is called "linkisch" or "clumsy."
The Irish word for left-handed is "ciatog." Many superstitions are linked to lefties in Ireland. Often times they are thought to be treacherous and evil.
In Hindu, "khabbalabra" means "left."
Once there was a disease in olden times called lyft-adyl or "left disease." It turned out to be paralysis.
Lefties in the United States are called: southpaws, wrong-way drivers, and portsiders.
The German word for left is "link" which means "awkward." The word for right is "recht" which means "true, good, and just."
In the Oxford English Dictionary, left is defined as "the distinctive epithet of the hand which is normally the weaker of the two."
Once the French word for left, "gauche," meant "bent." Now it means "socially inept" or "awkward."
A promise you have no intentions of keeping is called a "left-handed oath."
In France, "passing the weapon to the left" means to die.
The Famous
Left-handed brains can often handle music easily, but have trouble with language. Bob Dylan, a lefty, wrote the music for "Blowin' in the Wind" in less than five minutes, but it took him a month to write the lyrics.
Only 5 presidents of the United States have been left-handed: James Garfield, Harry Truman, Gerald Ford, George Bush, and Bill Clinton.
Benjamin Franklin signed the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution with his left hand.
Ronald Regan was
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As valentines day is coming round, if you are thinking of getting your loved one flowers, here is a wee hint to show how you feel in flowers
Here are some selected flowers and their meanings, a short dictionary.
Almond flowers -- Hope
Anemone -- Forsaken
Aster -- Symbol of Love
Balm -- Sympathy
Basil -- Best wishes
Bay leaf -- "I change but in death"
Bell flower, white -- Gratitude
Bergamot -- Irresistible
Bluebell -- Constancy
Borage -- Courage
Broom -- Humility
Campanula -- Gratitude
Carnation, red -- My poor heart aches for you
Carnation, pink -- I'll never forget you
Carnation, striped -- Refusal
China rose -- Beauty always new
Chrysanthemum -- Love
Clover, four leaved -- "Be mine"
Coreopsis -- Love at first sight
Cuckoo pint -- Ardor
Daffodil -- Regard
Daisy -- Innocence, new-born, "I share your sentiment"
Fennel -- Flattery
Fern -- Sincerity
Forget-Me-Not -- True love
Furze or Gorse -- Enduring affection
French Marigold -- Jealousy
Gardenia -- Ecstasy
Gentian -- Loveliness
Geranium -- "You are childish"
Hare bell -- Grief
Heartsease -- "I am always thinking of you"
Honeysuckle -- Bonds of love
Heather -- Admiration
Hyacinth -- I am sorry, Please forgive me
Ice Plant -- "Your appearance freezes me"
Ivy -- Fidelity, friendship, marriage
Jasmine -- Grace
Jonquil -- "I hope for return of affection"
Lavender -- Luck, devotion
Lemon Balm -- Sympathy
Lilac -- First love
Lily -- Purity, modesty
Lily of the Valley -- Purity, the return of happiness
Lily, Calla -- Beauty
Marigold -- Health, grief or despair
Marjoram -- Kindness, courtesy
Myrtle -- Fidelity
Oregano -- Joy
Orchid -- Love, beauty, refinement
Pansy -- Loving thoughts
Periwinkle -- Happy memory
Phlox -- Agreement
Poppy, red -- Consolation
Primrose -- I can't live without you
Rose, cabbage -- Ambassador of love
Rose, red -- Love
Rose, pink -- Grace, beauty
Rose, yellow -- Friendship
Rosemary -- Remembrance, constancy
Rue -- Contrition
Sage -- Gratitude, domestic virtue
Snowdrop -- Hope
Star of Bethlehem -- Purity
Sweet Pea -- Departure, tender memory
Sweet William -- Gallantry
Tuberose -- Voluptuousness
Tulip, red -- My perfect Love, Reclamation of love
Violet -- Loyalty, modesty, humility
Violet, blue -- Faithfulness, I'll always be true
Wormwood -- Grief
Wheat -- Riches of the continuation of life
Willow, weeping -- Mourning
Wallflower -- Fidelity
Yew -- Sorrow
The Rose
The Rose is the flower whose meaning we most understand, but here are some details of the meaning of the Rose that may be of further interest.
Rose, Black – You are my obsession
Rose, Champagne – You are tender and loving
Rose, Leonidas – Sweet love
Rose, Nicole – You are graceful and elegant, aristocratic
Rose, Orange – You are my secret love
Rose, Pink – Brilliant complexion; the glow of your smile; perfect happiness
Rose, Red – Passionate love; I love you
Rose, Single Stems – Simplicity
Rose, White – I am worthy of you; spiritual love; Innocence and Purity; Secrecy and Silence
Rose, White and Red – We are inseparable
Rose, White and Red Mixed – Unity; Flower emblem of England
Rose, White, Dried – Death is preferable to loss of virtue
Rose, Yellow – Friendship; Jealousy; I am not worthy
Rose, Bridal – Happy Love
Rose, Dark Crimson – Mourning
Rose, Hibiscus – Delicate beauty
Rose, Tea – I’ll remember always
Rose, Thornless – Love at first sight
Roses, Bouquet of Mature Blooms – Gratitude
Multiple Roses
Single bloom red Rose – Love at first sight or I still love you
Single Rose, any color – Gratitude or simplicity
2 Roses – Mutual feelings
3 Roses – I love you
7 Roses – I’m infatuated with you
9 Roses – We’ll be together forever
10 Roses – You are perfect
11 Roses – You are my treasured one
12 Roses – Be mine
13 Roses – Friends forever
15 Roses – I’m truly sorry
20 Roses – I’m truly sincere towards y
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Education and Work
Education Info
- School:
- Crumlin High school, 2001
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Bowling Buddies
100+
Awarded for scoring more than 100 points in one game.
200+
Awarded for scoring more than 200 points in one game.
Strike King
Awarded for scoring more than 5 strikes in one game.
Power Bowler
Awarded for bowling faster than an average speed of 40 km/h.
Clown
Awarded for being a Clown! Can you find out how?
Pro Bowler
Awarded for playing more than 50 games!
Perfect Round
Awarded for filling the scoreboard with strikes!
Spare Saver
Awarded for scoring all spares in one game!
Challenge Champ
Awarded for winning more than 25 challenges!
Super Friend
Awarded for having more than 50 Bowling Buddies!
1: Chris - 227
2: Lauren - 221
3: Andy - 220
4: XSancryslishx - 203
5: Stephen - 191
6: Eirelass - 84
Best Score:
191
Friend ranking:
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The Best Profile Survey
| Name : |
Stephen Lyons
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| Nick Name : |
Siilver |
| Birthdate : |
04 / 10 / 1984 |
| Birthplace: |
Craigavon |
| Current Location: |
Aghalee |
| Eye Color: |
Brown |
| Hair Color: |
Brown |
| Height: |
5' 6 |
| Weight: |
No Idea |
| Piercings: |
Zero |
| Tatoos: |
Zero |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend: |
Zero |
| Vehicle: |
VW Polo Tdi |
| Overused Phrase: |
Joke |
| FAVORITES |
| Food: |
Anything with Garlic |
| Pub/Disc/Restaurant: |
N/A |
| Candy: |
Chocolate |
| Number: |
7 |
| Color: |
Silver |
| Animal: |
Never thought about it |
| Drink: |
Smuroff Ice |
| Body Part on Opposite sex: |
Boobs |
| Perfume: |
Pacp Rabanne - UltraViolet Man |
| TV Show: |
Top Gear / Ice Road Truckers |
| Music Album: |
Scouting of Girls - Scouting of Girls |
| Movie: |
21 |
| Actor/Actress: |
Morgan Freeman |
| This or That
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| Pepsi or Coke: |
Coke |
| McDonalds or BurgerKing: |
McDonalds, but only if i had to |
| Chocolate or Vanilla |
Vanillia |
| Hot Chocolate or Coffee: |
Hot Chocolate |
| Kiss or Hug: |
Hug |
| Dog or Cat: |
Cat |
| Rap or Punk: |
Rap |
| Summer or Winter: |
Summer |
| Scary Movies or Funny Movies: |
Funny Movies |
| Love or Money: |
Love |
| YOUR... |
| Bedtime: |
When im tired |
| Most Missed Memory: |
Not going there |
| Best phyiscal feature: |
N/A lol |
| First Thought Waking Up: |
Please let it be my day off |
| Ambition: |
Drive over 200mph |
| Best Friends: |
They know who they are |
| Weakness: |
A female |
| Fears: |
Single Hairs on floors |
| Longest relationship: |
16 Months |
| HAVE YOU...
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| Cheated Your Partner: |
No |
| Ever been beaten up: |
No |
| Ever beaten someone up: |
No |
| Ever Shoplifted: |
No |
| Ever Skinny Dipped: |
No |
| Ever Kissed Opposite sex: |
Yes |
| Been Dumped Lately: |
No |
| IN A GUY/GAL
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| Favorite Eye Color: |
Any |
| Favorite Hair Color: |
Any |
| Short or Long: |
Any |
| Height: |
Any |
| Style: |
Modern Classy |
| Looks or Personality: |
Personality |
| Hot or Cute |
Cute |
| Muscular or Really Skinny: |
Skinny |
| RANDOMS
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| What country do you want to Visit: |
Australia |
| How do you want to Die: |
Going at over 200mph |
| Been to the Mall Lately: |
Yes |
| Get along with your Parents: |
Yes |
| Health Freak: |
No |
| Do you think your Attractive: |
No |
| Believe in Yourself: |
No |
| Want to go to College: |
No |
| Do you Smoke: |
No |
| Do you Drink: |
Some |
| Shower Daily: |
Yes |
| Been in Love: |
Yes |
| Do you Sing: |
Yes |
| Want to get Married: |
Yes |
| Do you want Children: |
Yes |
| Age you wanna lose your Virginity: |
17 |
| Hate anyone: |
Hm Maybe! |
| Get Your Own survey..... |
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oh cool! And??
Last love
i'll take it down lol wouldnt want your repuation being ruined dear
loving it mr! see i changed you too "sleepy moo"
just saying hi to my guy xx
see you got your Dolly Rockers video up and running again lol
going to go read 4 a bit here mr. Enjoy the film x
oh yeah nice and handy
where bouts?
oh yeah that would be cool
yeah hopefully we get the weather for it!
never even heard of it. Oh my first challenge is to walk through the park within the nxt 24hrs lol
yeah its actually really gd mr.
Dont forget total wipeout lol
nah i dont think so lol. Its actually very encouraging
yeah, well coz its the first time ive used it it asks u all these questions bout your life style, what u eat etc then it works out a programme 4 u to follow. Ull have to try it
cool! Just trying out this health coach on the ds, its quite gd
awwh the boys round 2nt again.
Say hi to them from me
Nah, have to be gd mr
yeah it is mr, well have to watch it
Just fancied some chocolate or something
In one of them moods lol
Oh have to remember to watch talent lol
i was tempted to be a wee bit bad though
It will be worth it in the end tho mr.
Just having some sweet chilli snack a jacks, tho they taste nothing like chilli lol