Tag Archives: Beware

Ouch!

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Karyn Climans

I recently received an invoice from Getty Images for $1800.00 for 2 images I used on my blog site without realizing they were licensed images. Of course, I removed the photos immediately and replied to Getty Images with the following … Continue reading →

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Extreme Sports

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Karyn Climans

The death of Sarah Burke, Olympic gold medalist in freestyle skiing, shook up a lot of people. How could this have happened to such a talented young athlete who has done this trick over and over again?  The risk is … Continue reading →

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House Parties Out of Control

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Karyn Climans

An 18 year old was stabbed repeatedly in the torso and chest at a house party in my neighbourhood on Saturday night. Uninvited guests arrived at the party and when they were asked to leave, a fight broke out. The … Continue reading →

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BUYER BEWARE!

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Karyn Climans

Dried apples preserved with a cancer-causing chemical. Frozen catfish laden with banned antibiotics. Scallops and sardines coated with putrefying bacteria. Mushrooms laced with illegal pesticides. Chinese cooking oil contaminated with high levels of aflatoxin. Cosmetics containing chemical toxins. Toothpaste with … Continue reading →

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Customer BEWARE: SwipeBids.com

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Karyn Climans

Please use EXTREME CAUTION when dealing with the online auction company, SwipeBids.com. This is my experience: • In order to participate in the bidding process, you are asked to register. Part of the registration process includes providing credit card information. … Continue reading →

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