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I am a freelance writer and photographer out of Colorado. I can write intelligently on just about any subject, but my interests lie with history and subjects of historical significance. What I don't know, I search on the web. Keep your eye on me. People are

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Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas The case for preserving American Christmas traditions and customs: 6 of 24
More than ever, this year I wanted my Christmas to be an American Christmas. I always look for American products made by American workers, but I thought it would be especially nice and especially poignant to do it at Christmas time when buying gifts for family and friends. I was surprised at the abundance I found.Some things ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: National Treasure, Book of Secrets: 5 of 20
If you enjoyed the 2004 movie, "National Treasure", or even if you never saw it, you are going to like this sequel. As with many sequels, this movie bears a great resemblance to the first movie, but unlike some sequels, this movie is just as intense, just as exciting, just as entertaining and just as fun as the first. As the ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: The Strangers: 2 of 8
The trailers piqued my interest in this movie, but after reading what other people had to say about it, I was not so sure. Yet, considering I spent the past few weeks with superheroes, cartoon heroes and action heroes, it was time for a change. This movie fit the bill. If you choose to see this movie, it is important to remem... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Healthy eating: An individual choice or government responsibility?: 16 of 61
October 19, 2007Eating Healthy is the Responsibility of the IndividualWhen you think about the question of eating a more healthy diet, you have to consider who stands to benefit most from that decision? The foods one chooses to eat will not directly affect the health of another, but those foods may directly affect the health ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: The Golden Compass: 4 of 15
To be frank, I knew nothing of this movie until I heard on the news that there was something controversial about it. For me, that was all it took. I was there. I love to explore controversy and judge for myself. Yet, after researching the movie and putting it under the controversy microscope, I can honestly say I find nothing... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Racism in America: 37 of 130
Racism is America's "iceberg" problem and part of the legacy of this country. What seems as simple as a floating block of ice may hide a mammoth iceberg below the surface powerful enough to disrupt even the most titanic of pursuits. The Civil Rights movement in America fueled by the broken promises of generations proved to be... More..
Business > Sales What keeps your customers up at night?: 2 of 7
Every April Fool's Day, I think back to an incident that happened to me a few years ago. I was listening to National Public Radio's All Things Considered on the first day of April, but the date did not even cross my mind as the host began a story about a man with an incredible ability to produce sound effects using only his m... More..
Health & Fitness > HIV / AIDS HIV/AIDS epidemic issues and responses: 7 of 24
HIV/AIDS: Too Big To IgnoreI was watching a show the other night, and an unusual commercial came on. The commercial showed an elephant being ignored as it walked around in an office full of people. The commercial was for The Global Fund. The Global Fund is an organization trying to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, malaria and ... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette The art of tipping: 3 of 10
The "New" Art of TippingWhat's the big secret with tipping? We all know it is going on, but we rarely think about it, talk about it or consider how the practice might have changed. People who tip regularly seem to have many varied ideas about the process, but do not generally share their thoughts with others. Some rely on tri... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Halloween memories: 4 of 13
The Belleview WitchLooking at the calendar today, I became very frightened. I was not frightened just because Halloween is almost here. I was frightened more because this month and this season are passing so quickly. It always seemed in the past that October went by slowly, and then, once Halloween was over, the rest of the y... More..