Quotes of the Day

Your photo: Eye contact with the camera signals trust and openness; a genuine smile signals approachability, confidence, and happiness, and open body language signals you're open as a person. A lifestyle portrait generally looks more intimate when the subject is leaning (slightly) forward or sideways with one elbow on something, and when his or her shoulders are not as symmetrical as they would be in a passport photo. Look at a few fashion magazine covers and you'll see what I mean. [2004] - Nicholas Boothman

The vacancy rates published by CMHC are a useful barometer for an area, however, they only measure a sample of units, and then only for buildings with three or more units. This means that large condominiums, even if they have a huge number of units available for rent, typically aren't counted in the official CMHC numbers. [2012] - Brian Persaud

Check the present, previous, and anticipated future demographics of the area to make sure that you and your children do not end up the victims of crime.  [2013] - Dan S. Barnabic

If you asked her out you should definitely pay, even if she offers to split the bill. If you go on multiple dates with a woman and she eventually suggests an event or dinner, the chances are good that she will offer to pay. If you insist on paying in this instance she may get offended, thinking you didn't respect the fact she has a job and can afford it. [2012] - Christopher Gray

When you eat seeds and nuts with your meals, the fatty acids supplied increase the absorption of immune system-supporting micronutrients and phytochemicals significantly. For example, when you eat a nut- or seed-based dressing on a salad, you absorb much more of the carotenoids in the raw vegetables. More than ten times as much of certain nutrients is absorbed. If you are thin, physically active, pregnant, or nursing, eat 2-4 ounces of nuts a day (according to your caloric needs). It is best to eat nuts and seeds raw or only lightly toasted. [2011] - Joel Fuhrman