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Len enjoys writing to many topics, including but not limited to music, writing/editing, web design, communication, driving, society, relationships, movies, animals, and federal employment. He is also a freelance editor and proofreader, and is currently expanding

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Style & Beauty > Clothing Tips & Advice For men: How to pick the perfect pair of jeans: 1 of 16
For men, picking the perfect pair of jeans can be a real hassle. Most men want comfortable jeans that they can jump into at a moment's notice, while others prefer something more stylish. Guys, you know your body type better than anyone, so to help find your "perfect" pair of jeans, try these tips.== Know Your Measurements ==K... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures What happened with "being yourself"?: 3 of 46
Being yourself means naturally allowing your personality to blossom. It is not something that can be forced; it must be nurtured. This does not mean that you can't change over time; you should expect to gain varied knowledge, skills, abilities, and desires throughout life. However, what's important is that you make certain d... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Letter to Santa Claus: 2 of 30
December 21, 2009 Dear Santa, Chief Mechanic Jasper here. I have some good news and some bad news about the sleigh. After sitting at my desk for the past twenty minutes trying to figure out how to tell you this, and also after consulting some of the other elves, I decided that you should know all the possible outcomes of our ... More..
Relationships & Family > Acquaintances & Co-Workers Tips for socializing with people: 1 of 14
Socializing with strangers seems to be a lost art. Perhaps it's the fear of meeting someone new, or irritating someone with an offhand comment, or running into the post-9/11 "emotional wall" mindset. However, while we are all individuals and not exactly the same, most people are genuinely nice and don't mind conversing with a... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays What would you write in a birthday card for Helium?: 3 of 37
In honor of Helium's first year, I present a series of rhymes, mirroring the traditional greeting card limerick concept. I thought this would be a slightly different (if not outright goofy) way to express my joy and gratitude (and yes, a little opinion) to every single member of Team Helium, from the CEO, advisers, and admini... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium Writer's practical guide for using commas correctly: 1 of 12
We don't think about commas when we speak; it's only natural - a pause occurs and you keep on talking. Unfortunately, a great many people forget about commas when they write, too. Like all punctuation, it is of great assistance in any type of writing. The comma can easily do the following: - Separate items in a list - Separ... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driving: Pet peeves and solutions: 1 of 12
Living near a huge metropolitan area has its ups and downs, but one of my biggest pet peeves is dealing with the sheer number of drivers, many of who seem incompetent, lazy, or just think they're clever. The following is a list of many frustrating "road dances" I encounter daily, their basic "dance steps", and suggested solut... More..
Business > Website Construction Why editing is essential for web copy: 1 of 12
Online writing is fraught with danger, especially if the writer does not edit his/her copy. Editing is essential in ANY writing, online or in print, but it is even more important on the World Wide Web because so many sites make it so easy to post your words without proofreading or editing.It's an awful shame that many people,... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Turning 40: 1 of 12
Turning 40 felt almost the same as turning 30, with only a few major differences: I have acquiesced to the fact that I am no longer as limber as I used to be, and I have succumbed to the realization that my memory is not as sharp as it once was. Bummer.However (and this is the most important change), the good part is that I w... More..
Computers & Technology > Web Design The basics of creating a website: 2 of 23
It's not hard to learn the basics of creating a web site. With all the tutorials, guides, books, and other options available online and in print, you can have your own site up and running in a matter of hours. All it takes is organization and a little perseverance. You just need to answer one question, first: Why do you want ... More..