Sunday, March 28, 2010
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Saturday, March 27, 2010
Chart Patterns - Wedges, Flags and Pennants
The following three chart patterns are amongst the most powerful indicators of potential forex movements. However, these chart patterns and the relationship to volume cannot be overlooked.
Wedges.
The wedge formation is similar to the symmetrical triangle pattern where it also has converging trendlines that come together at an apex. The main difference with wedges is that they are identified by a noticeable slant, either to the upside or to the downside. As with triangles the volume should be diminishing during the patterns formation and then increase on its breakout.
Falling Wedge
A falling wedge is considered bullish and is usually found in uptrends and it's worth noting that they can also be found in downtrends. This pattern is distinguished by a series of lower tops and lower bottoms as the movement progresses.
Rising Wedge
A rising wedge is considered bearish and is usually found in downtrends and can be found in uptrends. Rising wedges will have a series of higher tops and higher bottoms but in a proportionately diminishing amount - hence the wedge shape.
Flags
Flags and pennants are known as continuation patterns and represent brief pauses in a dynamic market. They are often seen after a large, rapid move. After a pause the market usually takes off again in the same direction. Research has shown that these patterns are some of the most reliable continuation patterns in technical analysis.
Bullish flags are distinguished by lower tops and lower bottoms and the pattern is usually slanting against the trend. Unlike wedges, their trendlines run parallel.
Bearish flags are comprised of higher tops and higher bottoms. "Bear" flags will slope against the trend and their trendlines also run parallel.
Pennants.
Pennants look like symmetrical triangles but are typically smaller in size in volatility and in duration.
Rectangles.
Rectangles should be traded as continuation patterns.
They represent areas of market indecision that are usually resolved in the direction of the trend.
Trendlines run parallel in a rectangle. Supply and demand with this pattern indicates a balanced market. Buyers and sellers also seem equally matched. The same 'highs' are constantly tested as are the same 'lows'. The market vacillates between two clearly set parameters. As with other continuation patterns volume of trading increases substantially on breakout.
Volumes.
While this isn't a trading pattern as such - its importance cannot be understated. Chart patterns should also be interpreted in relation to the volume traded to validate a potential movement.
Volume is simply the number of contracts that are traded over a period of time. Volume is used as a trading indicator when patterns don't seem to 'neatly fit' into the aforementioned categories. It is simply another tool in the traders' arsenal to try to determine the reliability of a potential pattern. For example a breakout from a bullish flag may be apparent at first glance but volume may have decreased which would indicate that the pattern is not yet complete with further swings to come before the real breakout occurs.
Volume tends to follow the trend - up days = stronger price increases v's weaker falls, with the converse holding true. This is why reading the volume as an indicator adds extra strength to pattern interpretation.
Therefore if volume starts to diminish in an uptrend a trader can interpret this as market topping for a reversal pattern. Thus a trader would then look for classical reversal pattern structures such as a top head and shoulders!
Traders also are familiar with volumes being sticky in the low end when their is indecision. A lot of this has to do with traders waiting for the move to occur before taking a position - thus the market trades the ranges. Under these conditions the market is often stimulated by external factors such as news reports.
Chart patterns, volume and technical analysis all have some forecasting qualities but none are foolproof. When they are used together with experience they can be very helpful in your trading and investing. They should only be looked on as tools to try and establish a markets bias or trend.
Friday, March 26, 2010
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Fun Without Breaking the Bank - Six Flags Coupons & Discounts
Is it possible to have fun at Six Flags without breaking the bank? Of course! There are tons of Six Flags discounts and coupons available to the general public that make it possible to visit the park without spending too much money. In fact, there are so many different ways to save money on Six Flags tickets that you'll have to decide what strategy is best for you. That's a great decision to have to make - it's better than having no choices at all. Here a few strategies you can employ to get your hands on some great Six Flags discounts and save money before going to the park:
The Season Pass Strategy
The Season Pass strategy is one of the best ways to save money when you visit Six Flags locations across the country. Why is this such a great option? Simply because it's the least expensive way to enjoy the park if you plan on visiting more than one time. And there are many perks that come with a Season Pass - it gives you unlimited park access all season, as well as free tickets for your friends on certain days, access to free events, and even a coupon book of over $300 in coupons.
The One Time a Summer is Enough Play
The "one time a summer is enough" play refers to purchasing a daily ticket to the park if you only plan on coming once a year. Although you may think that daily tickets are more expensive, if you buy them online you can save a lot of money. You can save time as well by skipping the ticket booth at the park and using the handy Print-N-Go service. Just go to the website and follow the instructions for the park you want to visit. Once you have the tickets in hand all you have to do is show up.
Group Discounts
Another strategy for saving money on one-day visits is to take advantage of the group discounts the park offers visitors. If you plan to buy tickets in bulk, the park makes it worth your while by offering a discount. Plus, group tickets come with some wonderful perks such as planned picnics with a fully customizable menu. Group discounts are great if you're visiting for business, as a school, or for a family reunion. The park even takes care of the details of planning the event and getting all the tickets together.
Buy 3 get 4th FREE
This strategy differs slightly depending on the park you visit, but in most cases if you buy a certain amount of tickets you get one for free. For instance, the offer is usually "buy 3 and get the 4th free." This is a great strategy to employ for saving money at Six Flags parks because if you only plan to go for one day, you can get your hands on a free ticket and bring another friend along for the fun. Again, this type of discount is only available by purchasing tickets online so it's always a good idea to check it out the official website before you buy tickets. Never buy them at the park if you want to save money.
Rides and Attractions
Some of the more popular rides include:
Batman the Ride
Superman the Escape - This ride allows you to accelerate from 0 to 100mph in 7 seconds and shoot straight up a 41-story tower.
Or test your thrill-seeking stamina on other rides such as Riddler's Revenge, and Atom Smasher.
Amusement parks can be costly, so the next time you plan on visiting be sure to take advantage of six flags coupons and other discounts offered online.
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Wholesale Flags and Banners
When it comes to promotional products and ways to market your business in a unique but effective way there are several ways to get creative but when you have organized an event there is no better way to reaffirm your marketing strategies that by printing customized flags and banners. Custom made flags can be very stylish and extremely effective when it comes to branding and marketing your products and services.
Because they are visually appealing as well as effective many business and organizations have opted to use printed banners and flags as a way to drive people towards their business venues, some examples of businesses which are actively printing customized banners and flags are: theaters, retail stores, museums, educational organizations, nonprofit organizations, corporations and large business entities and yes, many small-business owners are using the attractive and cost effective marketing method.
Business owners of the site to sponsor a game or an outdoor activity will almost always choose to have customized banners and flags printed for their events. Because of the many sizes, dimensions and shapes there are many ways to get your message across and turned this marketing method into pure revenue. Every time a new movie comes out in theaters, those in charge of the marketing will rush to have banners and flags printed in order to promote this new movie, the very same thing can be done if your product is new or if you have a new promotion going on.
There are many types of flags and banners that you can use in order to advertise your products and services some of them are:
-- Digital flags: this can have a customized picture printed on them such as your business logo or any other graphic you may want to associate with your business.
-- Beach flags: these are very attractive vertical banners which are used to promote products and services during summertime in beach activities.
-- Car flags: if you are sponsoring a sports event this are sure to come in handy as you can print the name or logo of the team that you are promoting it at the same time you can have a small section advertising your business.
There are many other styles and sizes that you can use but the number one factor that you should consider when purchasing this promotional goods is to buy them in bulk in order to get wholesale prices which will decrease your expenses and increase your revenue margin.
The Pirate Flag
Before the Golden Age of Piracy, there existed the pirate flag - an all encompassing symbol of a pirate. Pirates would be known by their standard and thus many chose special symbols for themselves, each with their own meaning. For instance, the hourglass signaled time while swords represented power or a swift death. The symbols varied but they always served to strike fear in the heart of merchants. Yet even with the many flags they used, the stereotype of the skull and crossbones has never been broken.
Pirates were not limited by one flag and often held many including a red flag to signal no quarter. No quarter meant the crew would be put to death. Ships that refused to surrender and fought to the bitter end would often see such a flag. Many pirates would also use fake flags of friendly and hostile nations to draw up close to target ships before unveiling the pirate flag. The element of surprise combined with the terror that lay in the symbol meant most ships would surrender rather than fight, which was to the pirates benefit as crew and damage could be avoided. For their fearsome reputation pirates were a free and practical lot.
During the time of the pirates, the pirate flag also was called a Jolly Roger. The origin of this name is shrouded in mystery and legend, but likely candidates include a perversion of the French word "joli rogue" meaning beauty and red, and a split off of the devil's nickname "Old Roger." Either way the term would find its way into dictionaries by 1724.
The symbol of piracy still lives on today whether it be in websites like the Pirate Bay or movies like Pirates of the Caribbean. The pirate flag has evolved as stories and movies are told, creating elaborate designs to embellish the tale. The truth is that many of the famous flags are from testimony and recorded in few sources, leaving history to make the interpretation.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
American Revolution Flags
Flags symbolize many things. They represent people and showcase a nation's pride. They speak volumes about a country's history. Flags have been in use for a very long time. They were earlier used by people to represent the work they did. Over the years, military units made optimum use of flags colors. They state an identity and during battles, flags served as a meeting point when a formation was out of order. Soldiers gathered around the flag to correct their formation, attack or to retreat. Flags were used to mark important places, such as hospitals, important buildings and communication centers.
Flags have been an integral part of the American culture for most of the country's history. Americans look up to the national flag with pride and respect. Flags and revolutions are synonymous with each other. There were many flags that were designed during the revolutions. One was the Bedford Flag. This flag was flaunted in the battle of Concord in 1775. The Latin inscription meant "Conquer or Die." The Bennington or "Vermont" flag flew over the military stores in Bennington, Vermont, in 1777.
Betsy Ross or the "First Stars and Stripes" flag was adopted on June 14, 1777. In order to represent the country in a more apt manner, The Continental Congress decided to include thirteen alternating red and white stripes. Other changes were the thirteen white stars in a blue field. These inclusions represented initial states from which the present union grew. They hoisted the Bunker Hill flag. This marked the end of a long and epic battle.
Flags are and have been an integral part of American history. There are many flags that have been in existence from colonial times to this day. They are highly regarded and command a great sense of respect.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Red Flags - You're in a Committed Relationship With an Uncommitted Partner
Many relationships described by the individuals in the relationships as "committed relationships" often are, in reality, uncommitted.
While there are as many types of "committed relationships" as there are couples and individuals in partnerships, there appear to be three common characteristics that constitute a commitment:
1) Consistent intent to continue a relationship with a specific person;
2) Expressed willingness to do what is necessary to maintain the stability and longevity of a valued relationship; and
3) Observable behavior and actions that create satisfaction in the relationship
Intent, willingness and actions create a sense of "commitment" but the strength of the commitment varies depending on 1) individual capacity to act in a committed manner and (more importantly) 2) how the individual feels about being in the relationship.
Over the years, I have identified some common conscious and subconscious behaviours that can help you determine how your partner feels about being in the relationship. Hopefully these insights will inspire you do something about your "committed relationship" before the relationship falls apart -- irreconcilably.
1. Signs your partner FEELS NO DESIRE to be committed
-- Unlikely to express desire to maintain the relationship - even when pressured he or she will always find ways to avoid talking about personal commitment
-- Thinks other relationships are better and other couples are happier
-- Complains about lack of freedom to say and do what he or she wants to (and blames it on you)
-- Hardly follows up on promises -- even on very small things
-- Less inclined to actively work to develop a feeling of togetherness (does not feel there is need to)
-- More inclined to engage in opportunistic and even insulting or abusive behavior (and isn't bothered about how you feel about it)
-- Always puts personal interest above the relationship (you're not my No.1 attitude)
-- More inclined to actively and openly seek distractions outside of the relationship (work, affairs, adult entertainment, internet porn, addictions etc)
-- Unwilling and dismissive of any requests for emotional openness or closeness, time or effort
-- Committed only as long as the external pressure is present or as long as there are "personal benefits" to being in the relationship
-- Will at some point end the relationship or intentionally do something to make you end it
2. Signs your partner FEELS OBLIGATED -- morally or legally -- to act committed
-- Publically displays a desire to maintain the relationship but privately is reluctant to verbally express that desire
-- Thinks the relationship could be better if he or she had the freedom to say or do what he or she wants to
-- Invests time and effort in only agreed up on obligations and responsibilities -- and not more
-- Less inclined to actively work to develop a feeling of togetherness (thinks it's too much work for so little)
-- Occasionally puts personal interest above the relationship
-- Less inclined to engage in opportunistic behavior (not because he or she does not want to but because it will publically highlight his or her lack of commitment)
-- Puts more emphasis on obligations and responsibilities than on emotional openness and closeness (says things like, "I am here. Aren't I?", or "I did what I am supposed to do. What more do you want from me?")
-- Less inclined to date or have relationships with other men/women but may do so very discreetly if he or she strongly believes that it'll never be found out
-- Committed only as long as the "debt" remains unpaid
-- Could end the relationship or could become highly committed (but only when enthusiasm outweighs any sense of obligation or expectation)
3. Signs your partner FEELS INSPIRED and motivated to be committed
-- Privately expresses a desire to maintain the relationship but may or may not make his or her commitment public
-- Thinks you (and the relationship) are one of the best things in his/her life
-- Feels that he or she is an equal partner who has the freedom to say no or ask for what he or she wants
-- Invests self, time and effort in the growth and longevity of the relationship
-- Actively works to develop a balance between interdependence and togetherness
-- Less inclined to engage in opportunistic behavior
-- More likely to put the relationship above personal interest
-- Willing, open and excited about cultivating emotional openness and closeness (and open to seeking outside help, if necessary)
-- Less inclined to date or have relationships with other men/women (doesn't see the need to)
-- Unlikely to end the relationship, more likely to remain committed for a long time
Given the above scenario, it's wise to seek commitment in which the other person feels that he or she chose to be in the relationship, wants to be in the relationship and has a say in what happens now and in the future. But this should not just be "feel-good" therapy, commitment comes with negotiated responsibilities and expectations mutually acceptable to both of you at levels that you can both honor, fulfill and maintain over time. It is only within the context of this understanding that both of you can meaningfully act with each other's (and the relationship's) best interest at heart.
It's also important that even if the person feels that commitment is a personal private matter, he or she should also be willing to make his or her private commitment public. Making one's private intentions public helps to reduce any lingering ambiguity that can undermine the relationship's potential. Couples who make a commitment in public are more confident with each other and in their relationships.
But in attempting to inspire a commitment that is both personal and public, it's important to recognize that there are significant risks in doing so.
1. A commitment can not be in direct conflict with your partner's personal values or life goals. Any attempts to influence the other to give up his or her personal values, options, dreams and independence make it so hard for the commitment to be worthwhile or fulfilling.
2. A commitment should not feel extraneous or feel like being sent to an institution. Allow lots of room for your partner to express and exhibit their commitment publicly on their own.
3. A commitment shouldn't be defunct and outdated (a one time only vow or pledge). If a relationship is to have a chance, provide space and rituals for recommitment -- renewing promises, pledges, vows, goals, expectations etc. as individuals, and as partners or lovers.
4. Commitment should not be a one-person project. You have to work together at it.
Good luck!
You'll find more information on inspiring commitment in your partner on my website.
Monday, March 15, 2010
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Sunday, March 14, 2010
Get Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Tickets Today!
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom can be found in Vallejo, California. It's an animal park, amusement park, and marine park all wrapped into one! It is the only park in the world that has all these three features. If you're looking to have some fun with family or friends, getting Six Flags Discovery Kingdom tickets is a great choice to spend the day!
Originally, Discovery Kingdom wasn't the first name it was called back when it first opened in 1968. It was then known as Marine World in Redwood City, California. Due to the high property values in the 1980's, the park was forced to move to Vallejo where it underwent a couple of name changes. In 1998, it was known as The New Marine World Theme Park; in 1999, it was Six Flags Marine World; and finally it was named Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in January 2007. With its new name and brand, the park adapted more changes and is now divided into three areas: Land, Sky and Sea.
There are a lot of animal attractions and interaction with rare animals like anteaters, macaws, and porcupines in the Land area of the park. If you pass by the Animal Outpost early in the morning, you may be able to catch a glimpse of the animal superstars of Discovery Kingdom: Taj, the elephant and Okin, the white Bengal tiger who enjoys a dip in the cool waters.
A great place to find all sorts of wonderful marine creatures and to view the beautiful sea life is in the Sea area of the park. Make sure not to miss the Dolphin Discovery area to meet Mavrick, an Atlantic bottle-nosed dolphin that was born right there in the park just last October.
Once you are done with feeding the animals, you can visit the Sky area where you can see wilder attractions of the park. This year, the Summer Season Opening Celebration will be revealing a new ride named, "Tony Hawk's Big Spin!" it is a steel roller coaster designed especially for riders to experience Tony Hawk's wacky side during his death defying stunts!
All those thrill seekers shouldn't miss the rest of the wild rides found in the Discovery Kingdom! To name a few: the Boomerang Coast to Coaster, the Cobra, Hammerhead Shark, Kong, V2: Vertical Velocity, Roar and Medusa, known as the tallest, fastest, longest and most advanced roller coaster in Northern California!
Discovery Kingdom has a great variety of rides for every person in the family. Families can enjoy the bumper cars and swings. Even the younger ones can enjoy their own kiddie section with rides that are more suited for their tastes.
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is definitely a great place for the entire family! What with its animal adventures, marine mammal interactions, and thrilling rides, there is simply so much to do! So gather everyone and come visit Discovery Kingdom when it opens on May 23!
The general admission fee is $49.99, but if you purchase it online, you can save $15. Kids below 48" is $29.99 and children under 2 years of age can get Six Flags Discovery Kingdom tickets for free. Parking is $15. Why not get the season pass for only $69.99 and get to enjoy the park all season long!