Monthly Archives: February 2012
Show Us Some Strange Seating and Enter to Win a $500 Gift Certificate!
Ever seen someone sitting in a position that you couldn’t believe was comfortable? Or on something that, for lack of a better word, doesn’t belong anywhere near a human behind? If you have, then we want to hear about it! … Continue reading
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Tagged contest, gift card, sitting environment, strange seating
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Leather in Ancient Civilizations
At Contempo Sofa, we make some of our finest products from leather, a material that humans have been using for ages. It’s a durable, flexible material primarily made from cattle hide and can be produced through a variety of methods, … Continue reading
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Tagged ancient civilization, history, iceman, leather, romans, tanning
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Don’t Stuff Cash in the Couch; There Are Better Ways to Save
As the US economy continues towards recovery, many young people, newly employed and inexperienced in financial matters, are beginning to learn how to save and use their money wisely. Although growing up, our idea of saving was stuffing coins in … Continue reading
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Tagged financial advice, investments, save money, security bonds, stock
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Hip Arthritis Might Not Need Surgery
According to The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, hip arthritis, if caught in early stages, may not require surgery or any other invasive treatment. It might not even require medication. According to tips from HealthDay News, early stage Hip Arthritis … Continue reading
Posted in Rest
Tagged hip arthritis, non-invasive procedure, Relaxation, rest, treatment
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The Simpsons and The Most Famous Sofa On TV
This Sunday, The Simpsons, also known as the greatest animated TV show ever to grace the small screen, will air its 500th episode. The Simpsons have been on TV since 1987, when they debuted as shorts on The Tracey Ullman … Continue reading Links Between Stress and Heart Attack Begin To Blur
We spend a lot of time on this blog talking about the negative effects of stress and the importance of relaxation, but some new research shows that the link between stress and heart attack is becoming blurrier. While scientists say … Continue reading Step Away From the Couch for 40 Days and 40 Nights
As Catholics enter the Lenten season, one concept seems to enter the public mind: sacrifice. The question is always “what are you giving up for 40 days and 40 nights?” Never “what are you taking on for the rest of … Continue reading
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Tagged 40 days and 40 nights, ash wednesday, exercise, lent, obesity, sofa
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What Are You Sitting On? Send Us A Picture and Enter to Win an Exclusive Discount!
Do you have knack for finding strange seating spots? Show us the craziest seat you’ve ever found and immediately enter to win an exclusive 50% discount on one of our fine sofa products. Whatever it is, we want you to … Continue reading
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Tagged contest, facebook, sofa, strange seats, twitter
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The Origin of the Word “Sofa”
Alright class, sit down, and straighten up. It’s time for your first history lesson. Today, we’re going to learn the etymology of the word “sofa.” But first, a fun fact: the word “sofa” exists in several European languages, including English, French, Danish, Icelandic, … Continue reading
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Tagged etymology, madinka, sofa, the more you know, turkey
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Sleep Cycle Wakes You During Your Lightest Sleep Phase
Does the morning person really exist? We think it’s a myth, but with Sleep Cycle, a new app for the iPhone, mornings might not be so rough any more. Designed by Macjek Drejak, the Sleep Cycle app wakes you when … Continue reading 