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Why do I need to use a condom?

Condoms are the only form of protection, which can both help to stop the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV and prevent pregnancy.

Choosing the right condom

A number of different types of condom are now available. What is generally called a condom is the 'male' condom, a sheath or covering which fits over a man's penis, and which is closed at one end. There is also now a female condom, or vaginal sheath, which is used by a woman to fit inside her vagina.

What are condoms made of?

Condoms are usually made of latex or polyurethane. If possible, you should use a latex condom, as they are slightly more reliable, and in most countries, they are most readily available. Latex condoms can only be used with water-based lubricants, not oil based lubricants such as Vaseline or cold cream as they break down the latex. A small number of people have an allergic reaction to latex and can use polyurethane condoms instead.

Polyurethane condoms are made out a type of plastic. They are thinner than latex condoms, and so they increase sensitivity and are more agreeable in feel and appearance to some users. They are more expensive than latex condoms and slightly less flexible so more lubrication may be needed. However both oil and water based lubricants can be used with them.

It is not clear whether latex or polyurethane condoms are stronger - there are studies suggesting that either is less likely to break. With both types however, the likelihood of breakages is very small if used correctly.

The lubrication on condoms also varies. Some condoms are not lubricated at all, some are lubricated with a silicone substance, and some condoms have a water-based lubricant. The lubrication on condoms aims to make the condom easier to put on and more comfortable to use. It can also help prevent condom breakage.

What has changed: Danny Ainge was not thrilled with the one-man team Boston was becoming and traded away Blount, Banks, Reed and Davis to Minnesota for Szczerbiak, Olowokandi and Dwayne Jones. Since then the team hasnt played much better. Szczerbiak isnt leaps and bounds better than Ricky Davis was, but he is more prone to have a breakout game than Davis did.

This team is mainly where they are because of Paul Pierce, who is having a career year. Pierce gets to the hoop more than any other scoring SG and doesnt need to dunk it to go in. The other Boston players arent score-minded at all but do find their ways. The Celtics are just 5-11 when someone other than Pierce leads the team in scoring.

The Celtics are 4th in the League in field-goal% mainly since the majority of their shots are inside the foul line. But guys like Al Jefferson and Ryan Gomes arent efficient enough converting easy layups. And while Kendrick Perkins has outperformed expectations Boston is still severely undersized. They are 26th in the NBA in rebounds and Centers like LaFrentz and Olowokandi dont help.

When Dan Dickau went out for the year due to an injury, Delonte West stepped up and became the primary PG. West is a very good shooter in the mold of Derek Fisher but doesnt enough for the Point Guard position. For instance 4.4 APG from the PG spot isnt getting it down. Also, West tends to wander offensively and doesnt lead it for a good deal of time. As such the Celtics are 29th in the NBA in tunronvers.

Boston plays a ton of close games, which is good because it shows that they can compete, particularly at home. However they are awful closing out games and have lost 14 games this year by 5 or less points. When they arent losing squeakers they get blown out frequently too, so how they perform is often like flipping a coin.

Ainge has said that he is not done making transactions. Boston is 5 games back of 8-seeded Philadelphia but do not have anywhere near the firepower. Antoine Walker helped them last year since he was the score-first guy they desperately needed. Expect players like Brian Scalabrine, Ryan Gomes and Tony Allen to possibly be shipped out within the next few weeks.

Their chances arent tremendous but they are alive. Both Washington and Phili have a pair of stars compared to the one that Boston has. What Ainge will do before the trading deadline could determine their fate. Look for them to make a move at the final playoff spot when Szczerbiak blends in a little more.

Plastic surgery for penis enlargement is an option that men are considering when wanting to increase the size of their penis permanently. This article will plastic surgery penis enlargement procedures in detail plus the costs and drawbacks of plastic surgery for penis enlargement. It will also discuss other options other than costly plastic surgery for penis enlargement.

The secret to increasing the size of a man's penis naturally without plastic surgery penis enlargement lies in the blood flow. It is, in fact, the increase of blood flow to and through the penis that enables men to lengthen their penis.

A natural penis enlargement exercise makes it possible to train the penis to let more blood into it which is in the end what will give a man bigger and harder erections.

Here are some interesting facts about penis enlargement:

1. On average most penises are under 4 inches long while the average is 5.9 inches long.

2. 1 in 10 men over the age of 40 suffer from impotence at some point.

3. Every year many thousands of men seek psychological help regarding their penis size.

4. Penis enlargement can be achieved by the majority of men looking for a larger penis.

A natural penis enlargement exercise would include a basic penis enlargement exercise known as the jelq. This involves a rhythmic, slow outward pulling movement on the penis which is said to allow more blood to flow to and through the penis. There are many variations of a natural penis enlargement exercise like this. nevertheless, like body building or any other method of creating muscle bulk, some regularity and consistency is required.

Some men will really take pleasure in doing these natural penis enlargement exercises while other men will look for a permanent penis enlargement method that involves no time or effort on their part.

One of these methods is plastic surgery penis enlargement.

"Almost all guys are convinced that their penises are not large enough," says Derek Polonsky, a sex therapist in Brookline. "This is something that guys have struggled with for ages."

Phalloplasty is the term used to describe plastic surgery to lengthen and thicken the penis.

Plastic surgery for penis enlargement traditionally involves a number of procedures.

Plastic Surgery For Penis Enlargement Method One: In order to increase length this plastic surgery for penis enlargement involves making a cut at the penis base and snipping the ligament that anchors it to the pubic bone. The penis that is usually inside the body then falls forward which gives it the impression of about another inch.

Plastic Surgery For Penis Enlargement Method Two: This second plastic surgery for penis enlargement involves removing fat from the inner thighs, stomach or love handles and injecting into the skin under the penis. While this can give an increase in width of about 30 percent it does have its drawbacks. "A lot of people think it feels like breasts," Whitehead says. Unfortunately the story gets worse. eventually body fat gets reabsorbed, often unevenly, and this can give the penis an unattractive appearance.

The cost of plastic surgery for male penis enlargement can range from $2000 to $10000. Fat injecting is less costly starting at $1000.

Plastic Surgery For Penis Enlargement Method Three: Dermal Fat Grafts For Male Penis Enlargement. This procedure involves taking skin from one part of your body and surgically wrapping it around the penis.

This requires general anaesthetic and is said to be enormously painful. Another disadvantage for this male penis enlargement solution is scarring. This procedure can cost between $3000 and $8000

There are also other plastic surgery for male penis enlargement options like vein graft surgery and glans enhancement.

There are other products on the market promising to give penis enlargement without the need for surgery. Some of these penis enlargement products include penis enlargement pumps, traction and stretching devices and penis enlargement pills.

Before you consider buying a penis enlargement pill be sure to consider two important things:

One, it's critical that you follow the directions on the packet when using a penis enlargement pill. These directions will guide you as to precisely when to take the penis enlargement pill and how many penis enlargement pills to take.

Second, it is recommend that you take a penis enlargement pill for six months or so. Although a penis enlargement pill will give results in a few weeks it is better to take it for a longer period to get a lasting, more permanent change to your penis.

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Hines Ward was born on March 8, 1976 in Seoul, South Korea. But although Ward was born in South Korea, he soon enough made his way to the United States. He has never been the biggest, fastest or strongest player on the football field, but it is safe to say that his will to win is like none other. For this reason Ward has been able to overcome many obstacles on his way to becoming one of the best players in the NFL.

Ward started his football career at Forest Park High School in Georgia. During his high school days he displayed great athleticism from his quarterback position which led him to being named the Offensive Player of the Year in Clay County for both his junior and senior seasons. He also excelled in the classroom where he managed to receive a 3.81 GPA.

After high school Ward decided to take his game to the University of Georgia. Although he played many positions in college, Ward was primarily used as a wide receiver. He finished his career with 1,965 yards on 144 receptions. Being that he also played running back and quarterback he ended up amassing 3,870 total yards of offense.

Despite a solid college career, many NFL teams passed him by in the 1998 Draft. But with the 92nd overall pick the Pittsburgh Steelers decided to choose Ward. This ended up being one of the greatest selections that the Steelers have ever made on draft day.

During his time with the Steelers Ward has been named to four Pro Bowl Teams, and was also named the teams Most Valuable Player on three occasions. To go along with this he was named Super Bowl MVP in 2005 after he led the Steelers to victory.

Up to this point Hines Ward has had a great NFL career, and it is safe to say that this is going to continue for many years to come.

Between July 2005 and September 2005, nine cancer afflicted volunteers were admitted for a clinical trial to assess any improvements in the quality of life with the use of (non Ericksonian) hypnosis. Six 20 minute sessions were conducted on each subject, over a six week period at the frequency of once a week.

The 9 participants were both male and female aged between 38 and 76 years of age. No pre-trial treatment protocols were changed, and all of the participants were required to be admitted by and continue there usual standard of care medical curative and palliative therapies under the direction and supervision of their General Practitioners or Oncologists. The subjects presented with various cancers at various stages of progression or stabilisation including; Stomach cancer. Bowel cancer, Lung cancer, Breast cancer, Prostate cancer, and Bone Cancer.

The intention of the study was to evaluate any improvements in Insomnia, Depression, Pain, Energy, and general quality of life. The results were extremely encouraging and reduced most of the negative side effects of other treatments and general well being between 60 to 100%.

The most significant improvements were seen in Nausea (reduced 100%) Emotional Functioning (improved 70%) Insomnia (improved 75%) Appetite (improved 55%) General Wellbeing (improved 65%) Because of the promising results in 2006 a much larger clinical will be conducted in Perth Western Australia using the same protocols. Full clinical results of the trial can be viewed at www.mindmotivations.com.

So, does penis size matter? A heavily debated topic for years, the answers vary widely depending on who you talk to. I submit that it in fact DOES matter. So who am I to suggest definitively that penis size does matter?

I am not a physician, nor am I an expert on human anatomy, so many would dismiss my statements as unsubstantiated. It is my intention with this article to address those who believe penis size doesn't matter based on the opinions and findings of so-called "experts".

Do you need a huge penis to pleasure a woman effectively? Absolutely not, but I can tell you that size does become an issue when the penis is very small. The average sized penis, according to "experts" is 5 1/2 inches. Now this could be true, but one does have to consider a couple of factors. First, we don't know how many men were surveyed. Secondly, it is entirely possible that whoever conducted the survey had a penis slightly larger than 5 1/2 inches and came to that conclusion in a not-so unbiased fashion so that he could say, "I have a larger than average penis".

Expert testimony aside, I would now like to discuss what women say about the penis size issue. We've all heard statements like, "It's not the size of the boat, it's the motion of the ocean" or "Penis size doesn't matter." Well, I'm sure that many women honestly believe that penis size doesn't matter. However, I submit that the women that fall into that category have never experienced intercourse with a man who has a tiny penis. The author has had quite a few women tell him that if a guy has a particularly small penis, they will wait a couple of days (out of courtesy) and break up with him. They'll say things like, "I'm not ready for a relationship" or other typical "let-the guy-down-easy" excuses to end their courtship. Women that do this to a man with a very small penis are doing him a huge disservice. The sad fact is a man with a small penis may never know that his penis has become an issue in his sexual relationships because women are to affraid of hurting his feelings over the matter. He therefore may not be aware that taking action is necessary in regards to his penis size.

So what can a man do to increase penis size? Many people would tell you nothing. Pills to increase penis size are a huge industry, regardless of the fact that they are ineffective. Surgery can be dangerous, painful, expensive...and may leave a man permanently impotent. Is there a way to increase penis size naturally and safely? Before the reader makes up his/her mind, I would suggest visiting the sites below.

Thar be fun pirate birthday party ideas ahead me buckos...AAARRRH! So haul in the gang plank, trim yer sails and be watchin' for ships flyin' the Jolly Roger.

"Avast and ahoy maties, this here be yer captain speakin to ya... Captain Grandpa Mike says me."

Yer birthday child and all their guests will be havin' a swashbucklin' good time with this here adventure on the fun kid birthday parties high seas!

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Invitations

Yo Ho A Pirate's Treasure Map

Your party guests will really get into your Pirate theme when you send them an invitation that looks like an old Pirate Treasure map...

Cut a brown paper bag into a square.

Then, with a black marker write something like "Captain__________'s (insert your birthday child's name) treasure map"...

"Ye be invited to a swash-buckling good time matey... (then give the party date, time, length of the party and any other details) then close the invitation by saying something like...

"If you dare, you'll be findin the party by followin this here treasure map... And remember this me buckos... "X" marks the spot!"

The map is actually directions to your party location and the "X" is the actual birthday party address...

Then crumble up the paper so your map looks old and mail it to your guest... You can even be creative with the envelope.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Treasure Map

Have some fun with your Pirate Party Invitation buy constructing another treasure map for a real treasure hidden somewhere at your party location.

Cut this map up into puzzle pieces (one for each child you're inviting).

Include a piece of the treasure map in the envelope and instruct your guests to bring their piece of the treasure map to the party.

When your guests arrive, have them put their puzzle pieces together, then they can all hunt for the treasure you've hidden...

Make sure you keep a copy of the map in case one of your guests doesn't show up.

For treasure, put some chocolate coins (always a big hit with our kids) in a box and hid them somewhere for your guests to find together with their map.

Fun Kid Pirate Costume

Your birthday child will love wearing a special pirate costume at their party.

*A Tip From Grandpa Mike

When I was a boy, one of my favorite Halloween costumes was a pirate costume.

You can find a head bandanna at your local thrift store, a colorful old shirt and grey stripped pants.

Cut the shirt sleeves to 3/4 length and fray the edge of the sleeves so they look worn... Cut the pant legs to 3/4 length and fray the edges so they look worn and "ship wrecked".

You can make an eye patch out of a small piece of black card stock or black cloth... Attach a black string or shoe lace to the eye patch and tie it around your child's head.

A wide black belt with a large buckle (you can make a buckle) can be cut to fit around your child's waist.

Fun Pirate Make-Up

You can complete your child's pirate look by putting black smudges on their face with an eyebrow pencil. Smear it around to look like a beard on a rough pirate face.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Decorations

Black, red, yellow, orange, blue and white are great pirate colors.

Use streamers and balloons to decorate your party area.

You can also pick up some pirate flags and make treasure maps and swords to put on the walls.

Fish nets, star fish and sea shells will help give yer party a sea goin' look.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Pirate Pinata

Imagine the fun when one of yer ship mates breaks open a pirate treasure chest pinata aaarrrh, an all kinds ah "treasures" fill yer pirate ships cabin. You can easily find online stores that feature pinatas for just about any party theme.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas

With these ideas to get your creative juices flowing, you'll be able to come up with lots more great ideas that will make your child's Pirate birthday party adventure a great success.

"Shiver me timbers, this be Captain Grandpa Mike sayin have a swashbucklin' fun Pirate birthday party, AAARRRH!"

Do you find you're constantly taking a backseat in your passionate life?, Is your partner the one to decide where or how your love making ensues? Why hold back!, Take charge and show some initiative. Within a stable and comfortable relationship one partner will usually be the one who controls, or initiates intimate encounters. Many reasons cause people to to shy away, maybe they feel inadequate or embarrassed or wrong about embracing their sexual prowess. Sometimes it's just easier letting someone else control the situation so you can sit back and enjoy the moment.

If you want to turn the tables and be the initiator then simply tell your partner that you're in charge for the night. There is nothing wrong with asking for what you want, honesty is the best way to improve your sex life. Telling your partner the dirty deeds you want them to partake in, is a great way of getting them all hot and bothered. Set some ground rules, tell them that this time around you're going to give and their role is simply to receive. Gain complete control by tying your partner to the bed and having your way with them. Purchase a fun pair of handcuffs and latch them to the headboard until they're begging to be set free.

Initiate sex in unlikely situations, jump them as soon as they come through the door, or get out of the shower. Start the night off by slowly removing their clothing and remind them that they are at your mercy, by all means keep your own clothes on and gain a small feeling of power in the situation.

Taking the initiative isn't about a battle between the sexes, it's simply about taking turns. Share the power and you're sure to find all sorts of pleasurable responses.