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You can check this out on Snopes.com under "The Story of Two Houses".




House #1 A 20 room mansion ( not including 8 bathrooms ) heated by
natural gas. Add on a pool ( and a pool house) and a separate guest house, all heated by gas. In one month this residence consumes more energy than the average American household does in a year. The average bill for electricity and natural gas runs over $2400. In natural gas alone, this property consumes more than 20 times the national average for an American home. This house is not situated in a Northern or Midwestern "snow belt" area. It's in the South.




House #2
Designed by an architecture professor at a leading national university. This house incorporates every "green" feature current home construction can provide. The house is 4,000 square feet ( 4 bedrooms ) and is nestled on a high prairie in the American southwest. A central closet in the house holds geothermal heat-pumps drawing ground water through pipes sunk 300 feet into the ground.
The water (usually 67 degrees F. ) heats the house in the winter and cools it in the summer. The system uses no fossil fuels such as oil or natural gas and it consumes one-quarter electricity required for a conventional heating/cooling system. Rainwater from the roof is collected and funneled into a 25,000 gallon underground cistern. Wastewater from showers, sinks and toilets goes into underground purifying tanks and then into the cistern. The collected water then irrigates the land surrounding the house. Surrounding flowers and shrubs native to the area enable the property to blend into the surrounding rural landscape.

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HOUSE #1 is outside of Nashville, Tennessee; it is the abode of
the "environmentalist" Al Gore.

HOUSE #2 is on a ranch near Crawford,
Texas; it is the residence the of the President of the United States,
George W. Bush.

An "inconvenient truth".

2007-10-12 03:52:08 · 12 answers · asked by CAM 5 in Polls & Surveys

I have a 2000 Ford Taurus EFI Sedan, 4 door. The gas meter seems to be broken, I think.

It has read Full for the past 5 days. Today it went to E, then slowly crept up to about a quarter of of tank, which is about right for the amount of gas I put in last night.

Do you think the meter on the dashboard is broken or the float in the fuel tank? (please also tell me the correct names for these products so I am able to tell the people what I need when I call- thanks!.)

And upon that determination, do you think I could get this part from a place such as AutoZone, or go directly to the dealership?

Any help is appreciated! Thank you!

2007-10-12 03:52:01 · 9 answers · asked by teri is ambience 5 in Other - Cars & Transportation

My mom, fiance and I were talking about how people were protesting and she said it reminded her of the way that people protested before WWII. I said, Oh, you mean Vietnam, not the WWII right? And she said, No, well then too, but she told me that there were people protesting fighting Hitler or helping the Jews and Europe during WWII, and that a lot of the people doing it now sounded like they did back then. My mom is 81.

I had no known there was much protest before WWII, so this was interesting...
Any one you know more about this?

2007-10-12 03:51:57 · 10 answers · asked by inzaratha 6 in Other - Politics & Government

I want strait answers this is a pole no stupid answers just your pick. Thanks in advance.

1) Jeff Gordon
2) Jimmie Johnson
3) Clint Bowyer
4) Tony Stewart
5) Kevin Harvick
6) Carl Edwards
7) Kurt Busch
8) Kyle Busch
9) Denny Hamlin
10) Martin Truex Jr.
11) Matt Kenseth
12) Jeff Burton

2007-10-12 03:51:51 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in NASCAR

My background is BS in Computer Science, MBA, 5 years of experience in IT. I am looking for CPA to strengthen my IT career in financial service, so CPA in any state would work out.

2007-10-12 03:51:50 · 3 answers · asked by wc 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

Besides getting fired, can they take legal actions, demand wages be repaid, is their a law against it where one could face jailtime even, i don't know.

2007-10-12 03:51:44 · 4 answers · asked by top 1 in Law & Legal

was written first? Or existed first? Including every kind of religion. Buddah, Christianity, Greek mythology, babylonians... everything

2007-10-12 03:51:27 · 11 answers · asked by tigresavalialvi 4 in Religion & Spirituality

i have my own opinion of suicide im just wondering what others thoughts were in this issue.well thank you for your time:)

2007-10-12 03:51:20 · 23 answers · asked by sunsetbeauty 2 in Psychology

WISH ME LUCK for the monthly test that's gonna start on monday cuz I want to get the honour Roll cuz I wanna dedicate it to my Math/Chemistry teacher cuz he past away this Summer and he was the best teacher :]


Oh and for all the answerer who wish me luck finding the progress report last time...Love u all thnx thnx thnx xoxoxox :]

I miss him and i want to dedicate that Honour Roll to him....
Wish me Luck '-'

2007-10-12 03:50:52 · 7 answers · asked by ★Star Girl★™ 6 in Polls & Surveys

2007-10-12 03:50:35 · 3 answers · asked by moon 1 in Biology

I am a piano teacher. I work in an international music school. I have a new students at six. a little girl who have a double thumb in her lefthand. I don't know if she felt ashame about it or not. I need to know how good her parent expact her to play, but her parent avoided the issue. I now look the girl as a normal child, and teach in a normal way. was it good to us the left hand thumb or using other finger as substitude? it is unconvenient to play on her left hand thumb.

2007-10-12 03:50:32 · 3 answers · asked by KAREN 2 in Teaching

Her husband is not the father of her children and he cannot stand her children. He makes it known to their mother that he does not care for them. Yet, she still loves him and wants to be with him. Is it right? Would it be right for her kids to do away with their mother if she stays with him? Why would they want to accept their mother if she wants to be with someone that cannot accept her own flesh and blood? SERIOUS ANSWERS ONLY PLEASE!!!

2007-10-12 03:50:24 · 30 answers · asked by spee11 2 in Marriage & Divorce

2007-10-12 03:50:21 · 5 answers · asked by Mosaic 4 in Rail

I am writing a paper and I need an up to date accurate figure

2007-10-12 03:50:17 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

God but just take of the yard and building but have no concern for lost souls .
Whats more important cutting the grass at church or souling some people will cut the church grass then go fishing but never go soulwinning what a shame dont you think it is a shame . Yea would you go to a church that never prays or never goes soul winning I seroius to .
I just left a dead church I ben in for years it is time for a change for Me , RODNEY thats my name this old church I left is so so dead .
I go to a stric Independent Fundamental Baptist Church no TVs women dont wear pants nobody wears shorts and I love it like that .
They pray they go soulwinng they have missionaries they support so why go to a church does nothing for God.
Why be on a ball team the coach never lets you play uh get real folks .

For whosever shall call upon the name of the Lord shallbe Saved, Romans 10-13

2007-10-12 03:50:16 · 15 answers · asked by Rodney C 1 in Religion & Spirituality

i'm just seeing how many answers i will get

2007-10-12 03:50:08 · 16 answers · asked by Jerica W 2 in Polls & Surveys

What's that fluid in your car that leaves the cement looking dry when it rains? apparently it 'seals' that part of the cement where it dripped and not allowing water to absorb in that section of the driveway.

2007-10-12 03:50:06 · 4 answers · asked by Deryn L 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am reading Options Strategist by Marc Allaire. If I understand it correctly, both the downside potential and the upside potential is LIMITED with call spreads. Why would you want to enter a trade knowing that you cannot lose more than $500 but you can't make more than $500? It makes sense to limit one's downside potential, but I don't see the advantage of limiting one's upside potential.

2007-10-12 03:50:02 · 2 answers · asked by frozen555 5 in Investing

2007-10-12 03:50:01 · 2 answers · asked by hey 1 in Engineering

2007-10-12 03:49:54 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Non-Alcoholic Drinks

2007-10-12 03:49:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

aren't all the character in this anime based off chacracters in other animes? i mean, they don't look exactly the same and aren't in the same stiuations as the other animes are they? they are just based on those ones. right?

2007-10-12 03:49:28 · 5 answers · asked by Black Cat XIII 2 in Comics & Animation

Please don't say something like "Because the bible tells us that He exists".

2007-10-12 03:49:12 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-12 03:49:12 · 2 answers · asked by janail_boo 2 in Reptiles

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2007-10-12 03:49:01 · 18 answers · asked by Page 4 in Politics

in Arkansas with only one shoe...did he lose one or find one?


Yahoo suggested Family and Relationships/Singles and Dating for this one?

2007-10-12 03:48:59 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

Is her opinion of Hillary a valid one?

2007-10-12 03:48:44 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics

2007-10-12 03:48:42 · 14 answers · asked by PrettyLady26 5 in Religion & Spirituality

Towns where Alleged Jehovah's Witness Child molesters have been reported to silentlambs

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If you would to add a new listing contact silentlambs at info@silentlambs.org

The list below is designed to alert you to a possible danger in your community. Over the course of the last four years silentlambs has been a repository of reports on alleged Jehovah's Witness child molesters. Victims have reported extensively on times, dates and places abuse occurred. We have wrestled with how to alert the public as well as members that may be in congregations where abusers have been reported.



We offer the following suggestions if you as a Jehovah's Witness are in a town/congregation where a report has been made.



Do not allow your children to be alone with anyone in the congregation.
Escort your children to the bathroom during meetings and make sure no else is with them when using facilities.
Never allow your children to be alone in the car with anyone while in field service.
Do not allow any member to study with your child alone.
Avoid camping trips in which children go as a group with one or two adults.
Avoid baby sitters that are adult males.
At a get together watch your children and keep them in sight at all times.
Ask elders directly if they know of any abusers in your congregation, use specific names and note their reaction. They will not tell you directly but indirectly you can often figure out who it is. If one elder is less cooperative talk to another till you find out enough information to know the facts.
Check the local sex offender list in your area, type in the name of every person in your congregation to see if any are listed.
Notice any male member of the congregation that does not have privileges such as microphone or other duties around the congregation, especially if for a long period of time. They can offer talks on the TMS or sermons Service Meeting but are not allowed to conduct meetings. (This is only in case of a confessed child molester)
Note any member of the congregation that has children with sever rebellion or emotional problems.
Do not allow your children to have sleepovers with anyone.
Note members that the elders avoid having around their children.




If you are a member of the public and your community is on the list take the following steps to protect your family.



If Jehovah's Witnesses call at your home never allow them in your home
If you do not wish Jehovah's Witnesses to call at your home purchase a no trespassing sign and place it near your door. JW's are instructing to only respect "no trespassing" signs any other variation will be ignored.
If you do not wish Jehovah's Witnesses to call you can also call the local number and ask to be placed on the "do not call" list. They will note your home and check about once a year to make sure you wish to remain on the list.
If you choose to study with Jehovah's Witnesses do so at a neutral location such as the local Kingdom Hall or in a public place.
Never allow your child to be alone with members or their children.
If you choose to attend meetings with Jehovah's Witnesses then we suggest you follow the guidelines above for members.
Remember that most members are not aware of who the molesters are in their congregation according to church policy. They do not know.
If two Jehovah's Witnesses call at your door one could be a child molester. According to church guidelines all confessed child molesters are required to have a partner when going door to door. If two Jehovah's Witnesses appear at your door you might wish to ask if one or both are child molesters for peace of mind. Of course keep in mind if the person is an accused child molester they are allowed to work alone in the door to door work.


We hope this information is helpful and assists with the ultimate goal of silentlambs, protecting children. Check back as the list is updated on a regular basis.

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2007-10-12 03:48:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

i'm not a brown thumb, i grow plants fairly well, but petunias are new to me. i have the kind in a hanging basket, and they are dying from the root up. they are brown and dead halfway up ,it's still blooming and green at the ends. what is going on? it its fall here, getting colder, and i have brought it inside now. any suggestions????

2007-10-12 03:48:38 · 3 answers · asked by zoe and skylar's mommy 4 in Other - Home & Garden