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One of the first things I acquire before hitting the road is a map. Like most men, I hate asking directions, so maps are a must. But even if I’m not going anywhere, I enjoy studying maps. The National Geographic website [http://www.nationalgeographic.com/maps/] is a treasure trove for map lovers: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/cooltool.htm

"Ten Things You Can Do on the Net This Week:" http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/tenthings.htm

1. Adopt a pet: http://www.1888pets911.org/

2. Search the night sky: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/stars/chart/index.html

3. Play with famous faces: http://www.galttech.com/rubberfaces.shtml

4. Take a kids' tour of Mexico: http://www.elbalero.gob.mx/index_kids.html

6. Answer your etiquette questions: http://www.courtesyflush.com/

7. Start a fitness program: http://www.workout.com/

8. Play the game of Bubble Bees: http://www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal/games/bubble.htm

10. See Mt. Etna erupting: http://www.camcentral.com/cgi-bin/camchooser.asp?fr=index&ta=view&id=7703

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