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I have had several poems published in local newspapers. I have had several poems published in local newspapers. I also have I was also one of the first Helium writers to publish an article through Marketplace.

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Personal Finance > Credit Cards The truth about secured credit cards: 3 of 12
A secured credit card is backed up by a savings account that acts as collateral against your debt.Anyone of legal age can get this type credit card because the bank doesn't risk anything. Your credit is the same as the amount you deposit in a non-interest bearing collateral savings account. If you default on your obligation t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Christian reflections on the death penalty: 7 of 27
The Bible seems to have conflicting attitudes about the death penalty. In the Old Testament, we are told "an eye for an eye" and "thou shalt not kill". In the New Testament, it's to forgive your brother and that God is the only one who judges others. So as Christians, how do we feel about the death penalty?As with most moral ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Home repair: Do it yourself!: 15 of 57
There are many minor home repairs that are easy to do by yourself. Some of these are: unclogging a drain, replacing the furnace filter, putting on a new door knob, repairing holes in drywall and fixing a running toilet. Even without training or prior experience, you can handle these and many more minor home repairs on your ow... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Democratic Leaders US elections 2008 commentary: Geraldine Ferraro plays the race card: 8 of 29
Ms Ferraro recently commented to the "Daily Breeze": "If Obama was a white man, he would not be in this position. And if he was a woman (of any color), he would not be in this position. He happens to be very lucky to be who he is. And the country is caught up in the concept." These words seem to imply that the only reason any... More..
Education > Colleges & Universities (Other) What is an associate's degree?: 5 of 18
Are you a high school graduate whose application to attend a four-year college or university has been turned down because your G.P.A or standardized tests scores were too low to meet minimum entrance requirements? Do you have personal obligations that prevent you from pursuing a bachelor's degree? Do you need the ability to e... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Explaining why children love learning about animals: 5 of 18
Watch a toddler chase a puppy or kitten around and you can see how much fun that the child has from this little game of catch me if you can. Little ones just love animals.If you look at it from the toddler's point of view; what a fun toy a pet can be. Their cuddly and soft and just interesting. They have tails to pull on; fur... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Arguments against euthanasia: 24 of 86
It is extremely difficult to see a loved one suffer from the pain and humiliation that end stage cancer leaves them with. I recently watched my father die from liver cancer.He was such a strong man. Even as he was dying, he showed courage. But each day his body deteriorated. He was 6'2 and about 200 lbs before he became ill. ... More..
Relationships & Family > Newlyweds Newlyweds: Baby planning tips: 7 of 25
Many couples have delayed getting married until they are older and established. So when they do finally say "I do"; their parents are in the wings eagerly awaiting their chance to become grandparents. They put pressure on the newlyweds to start their family soon. But, is it a good idea?The divorce rate is pretty high in our c... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Holidays & Celebrations Ash Wednesday rituals and observances: 4 of 14
There are several things that a Catholic does in observance of Ash Wednesday. The first thing is that we go to Mass and have the priest mark a cross on our head in ashes. The ashes come from burning the palms from the previous year's Palm Sunday. The cross is placed on our heads as a reminder of the sacrifice of Christ on the... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: New medical technologies and life-changing experiences: 2 of 7
I am 50 years old and have had serious problems with Asthma since I was 3. In fact Asthma nearly killed me. I appreciate first hand the advancements that they have made in the treatment of this medical condition.When I was a child, a person with asthma was not allowed to particpate in many physical activities. When it was rec... More..