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Sondra Pauline is a multidisciplinary artist, environmentalist, and advocate of natural health. Her disciplines include, but are not limited to, visual arts, dance, music, and writing.

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Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures How to be emo: 3 of 54
If you woke up this morning and decided that you would like to become Emo, the chances are pretty good that you already are. Emo has become a fairly broad term in defining the way a person looks and behaves, and has even started to become interchangeable with another subculture, 'Goth'. Emo, as well as many other genre title... More..
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes How to get over a devastating break-up: 5 of 28
It happens to the best of us. Hearts get crushed, feelings get hurt, and people get cheated on. It is sadly more common than it should be and because of this it is the subject of numerous television shows and movies where it sometimes gets downplayed. The hurt that one goes through after a break-up, especially one which invo... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips Healthy breakfast ideas to start your day with energy: 1 of 5
There is a saying that goes, "Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar". The morning is indeed the best time of the day to fuel our bodies with food. It helps to get our energy levels up and get us through our morning routines, which these days can be quite hectic and fast-paced. Busy lifestyle... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Ghosts & Paranormal Phenomena Assessing psychic Sylvia Browne's talent: 9 of 31
I still remember the day that one of my closest friends, and fellow Sylvia Browne believer, broke the news to me that Sylvia was a fraud. I do not think that anyone was more crushed than I to have her abilities disproved. As a girl growing up I came in contact with my fare share of strange phenomenon and have often had no ch... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Experiences you want to have before you die: Making lists to guide your life: 18 of 31
Most people have a list of things they would like to do before they die. The problem with these lists is that they usually don't get completed. Before I get into my own personal list, I would like to offer a little bit of advice on how to get started on your own. First of all, don't treat the list like it's a fantasy waiting... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Understanding and coping with seasonal affective disorder (SAD): 9 of 15
As the days grow shorter and the air grows colder it is not uncommon for one's mood to be affected, however for a growing number of people it goes beyond the simple "winter blues". Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a serious illness caused by a biochemical imbalance which is the result of a lack of sunlight. There are var... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails Drink recipes: Vodka martini: 2 of 3
There is nothing quite like enjoying a cool, crisp martini after a long hard day of espionage. At least this is what we learn from James Bond, the man who made vodka martinis famous. The martini is traditionally made with gin, and while that is my favorite way to enjoy a martini I also appreciate the crispness and versatilit... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Care Tips for fighting dry skin in winter: 13 of 17
Winter is once again upon us and with that comes snowy hills, frosty windows and of course, dry skin. The good news is that if you follow a proper skin care regimen you can avoid the discomfort of "winter itch". First let us look at the causes of this yearly infliction. When the temperature drops we lose moisture from the ai... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Going green shouldn't be complicated: 24 of 31
In an age when "going green" seems to be the trendy thing to do, it is a wonder we are still so far off from being as green as we should be. There is also the fear that, as with many trends, going green may become a fad that dies off when people find something more immediately gratifying to spend their energy on. Many people... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Budget and save: How to take control of your finances: 27 of 30
Creating a budget doesn't have to be like going to the dentist (no offense to dentists). Budgeting isn't about finding out how poor you are, it's about finding out how much you have, and what you can do with it. My general rule for budgeting is to update often. I re-assess my budget every month. I do this because making a bu... More..