Bunk Beds Change, People Don't
I remember vividly the day my family moved from Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Chicago. I was all of ten years old and like any child would be, excited to see the city. My father had received a promotion at the bank he had worked at since well before I was born and we were now leaving the relative comfort of our home for an apartment on Michigan Avenue. Driving into the city was almost surreal, and although sullen over leaving my friends behind, I was enthralled with the possibility of great opportunities that lay ahead. All the wonder and amazement I was experiencing after having traveled through the concrete canyons of the Windy City was soon overshadowed by the news that my father decided to impart to me the moment we entered our new domicile.
I would be sharing a room with my younger brother.
I recall the feeling one might have if a death sentence were handed down to him over some petty offense. The fact that they wanted me, a sophisticated young lad who was sure than manhood was only weeks away (and had been for years), to share my personal space with this unworldly little snot-nosed brat was unbearable. Looking back, I now have a great appreciation for sharing a room with my brother and what I learned from the experience, but at the time, I would have preferred a root canal. Although we rarely got along, it didn't take long to get used to the situation. Still, I never got used to sleeping on our bunk bed.
Of course, we fought tooth and nail over who would get the top bunk. Once I established dominance, I was free to climb the small metal ladder to my throne on high and become master of all I surveyed in my miniature kingdom below. Unfortunately, my throne left much comfort to be desired, and I was told on more than one occasion that my brother wasn't too happy with his vassel's parcel either. Although the bed was new, it creaked and swayed with the slightest movement and had mattresses that I was certain were made of stone. I became resigned to life with my brother, but neither of us could reconcile with that awful bed.
To give you an idea of just how poorly constructed bunk beds were at that time, I left home (and the bunk bed) to join the military at eighteen and on my first night of basic training, felt that I was sleeping in the Lincoln Bedroom at the White House.
It's now a lifetime later and I have two boys of my own. My wife and I recently had a new addition, and she has taken one of their rooms, leaving them with one to share. Recalling with no particular fondness my bed of the past, I set out to find a bunk bed that would at least allow the boys some comfort during sleep. I was pleasantly surprised to find a manufacturer who makes nice beds that actually sleep like a bed should.
When searching, I found beds that have storage, full sized mattresses and are solid and sturdy.
After careful consideration, I purchased a nice model and brought it home. The minute I had it set up, the age old struggle for top bunk began and I stood there with a grin on my face while my sons argued over who would be king of the hill. While that matter has been settled, they still don't always get along. They do, however, get a good nights sleep.
I'm glad bunk beds have changed, because boys haven't.
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Bucuti Beach Resort Beds Offer Guests "Divine Dreams" - Romantic Caribbean Resort Features New Simmons Beds in Every Room
Eagle Beach, Aruba (ContentDesk) August 2, 2005 -? The independently owned and operated Bucuti Beach Resort understands that a good night's sleep is important for the leisure traveler too.
That is why the resort has installed "Divine Dreams" beds in all of its Tara Beach Suites and will install in all of the Bucuti wing suites once the summer renovations are completed in November 2005.
Additionally, due to overwhelming guest response, the resort now offers the mattresses for purchase. Made for Bucuti Beach Resort by Simmons?, the Divine Dreams mattress is 12 inches thick, features 850 Pocketed Coil? springs and plush top layer offering a supple surface with firm support beneath.????
"A recent survey said that 63% of all respondents rank a good night's sleep as the most important service a hotel can provide," states Susan Biemans, co-owner.
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Pregnancy and Tanning Beds
This is one of many articles posted weekly on http://www.tanning-beds-resource.com/With summer approaching, you would love to wear those cute maternity sun dresses, but you don't want to show off your pale white skin. Now, you need to decide what is the best way to tan without possibly putting your baby in danger. Tanning beds during pregnancy are just as safe as tanning outside in the direct sunlight. At this time there are no studies on the effects of tanning beds on the unborn child, so anything you hear is nothing but myths. The UV light used in tanning beds do not reach the child, therefore your baby is not at risk.
During the first trimester your doctor will advise you not to do anything that will raise your body's temperature, such as hot tubs, saunas, and tanning beds. But, it may be okay to have 10 -15 minute sessions while lying on your side or standing in a tanning booth, to prevent your blood flow from...
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Tanning Beds Proving More Problematic as Legal Restrictions Increase - Noted Dermatologist Joshua Fox, MD, Says Teens Run Greatest Risk of Exposure to Tanning Beds
Advanced Dermatology PC, NY, NY 2004 ? When Governor Arnold Schwartzenegger last month signed the bill that would make teen visits to a tanning salon illegal in California without parental consent, the issues surrounding the dangers of tanning beds ? and the government's role in protecting children from them ? were thrust back into the spotlight. Indeed, California is only one of a number of states ? including New York ? that are considering or implementing parental/medical consent laws for teenagers, as they seek to use tanning beds or sunlamps to achieve that "golden glow" of a summer suntan. According to Joshua Fox, MD, a leading New York-area dermatologist and founder of Advanced Dermatology, the short-term, bronzing effects of tanning bed use are simply not worth the possible long-term consequences of increased skin cancer risk and premature aging. "Particularly during the teenage years, continued use of a tanning bed or sunlamp can be quite dangerous," Dr. Fox says, "Because it...
Tanning Beds Proving More Problematic as Legal Restrictions Increase - Noted Dermatologist Joshua Fox, MD, Says Teens Run Greatest Risk of Exposure to Tanning Beds
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The Recent Phenomenon of Futon Bunk Beds
Futon bunk beds are a recent phenomenon, and have their roots in the natural evolution of futons. In recent years, futons have significantly improved in style, quality and comfort. In fact, futons have evolved from the tri-fold frame designed for college dormitories to more appealing, sofa-style sleepers with custom pillows and covers.In addition, futon mattresses have improved in quality, and are now nearly as comfortable as traditional mattress. These factors, along with their versatility and space-saving functionality, have made futons and futon bunk beds more appealing.Futon bunk beds are two futon beds stacked one on top of the other. The only real difference between futon bunk beds and traditional bunk beds is that the former has the dual functionality of serving as a couch.
As such futon bunk beds represent the ultimate in space savings. They allow you to have two beds and a couch all within just a few square feet of floor space.These benefits are obviously appealing to...
The Recent Phenomenon of Futon Bunk Beds
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