There are a few basic skills that, if mastered, can make your life much easier. Tasks like tying your shoes, making a sandwich, and knowing how to do your own laundry all make that list. For me, packing a suitcase is one of those basic skills that I have yet to perfect. Everytime I’m faced with the seemingly simple task of filling my luggage, a wave of debilitating confusion comes over me. Questions fill my head such as; How many jeans should do I need for five days? Am I going to regret not bringing those black pumps? What am I forgetting?

In her appearance on The View today, Kim Kardashian got grilled harder than Hillary Clinton at an Obama support rally. Barbara Walters, being the hard-hitting journalist that she is, went in for the kill as she asked the question the world needs to know; “Why are you famous?”

The albums released so far in 2008 have been less than stellar and it’s no wonder that more and more people are downloading music. The music industry is only going downward from lack of purchases of albums. But can you blame consumers? In a musical age where a person can be a “Cyclone” while wearing Apple Bottom Jeans and buying a drank for a bartender, it’s obvious that the music industry is dumbing down consumers and their musical tastes.
So instead of taking out your precious time deciding on what album …

I must admit that spring break destinations have become increasingly typical. You can expect Acapulco, Cabo, Cancun, and any other touristy city in Mexico to be overrun with college students over the next few weeks as they celebrate a much-needed break from studying…with tequila. Mexico has emerged as a popular destination for spring breakers because it’s inexpensive, relatively close, and the legal drinking age is 18. However, while a Mexican getaway can be fun, here are some options for the more adventurous traveler looking for a truly unique experience: