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I am a legally blind veteran who served during desert storm. I am a Physical Therapy Tech. which means I do much of the work the therapists don't want to do. And that's fine with me 'cause I love what I do.

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Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to increase your savings: 1 of 24
Are you stressed out because you regularly run out of money before you run out of month? Well, here are some ideas that can help you stretch your pay checks which, in turn can decrease that stress. It should be noted here, that I employ these ideas on a regular basis and they do indeed work. Understand your Financial Limitat... More..
Health & Fitness > Health Testimonies Disabled and living with dignity: 1 of 11
Disabled, Not Dead While sitting here trying to generate ideas for this column, I received a call from my doctor. It was her call that reminded me of my disability which, in turn, prompted me to write about just that: disability. I am legally blind. This means that my vision is poor to the point that I can't read books, the ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Ghosts & Paranormal Phenomena Psychic abilities: Empathy, clairsentience and telepathy: 1 of 11
Trends Acknowledge Psychic Abilities It's exciting to sit back observing the increased popularity that psychics enjoy today. From appearances on well known and trusted talk shows such as "The Montel Williams Show", and "Crossing Over", to believable portrayals as gifted psychics on shows such as "Medium" and "Ghost Whisperer... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips How to overcome the stumbling blocks to regular exercise: 1 of 9
7 stumbling blocks to Regular exercise You'd like to work out, but your family and/or job demands so much of your time, that when you finally get some to yourself, you don't want to spend it sweating on a tread mill. Well, have no fear, you are not alone. Below are some common stumbling blocks preventing many people from get... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Valentine's Day gift blunders by men: 2 of 10
It's nearing that mushy time of year again where our women expect us men to be charming, sensitive and romantic. That being said, isn't it about time to begin the tedious task of searching for that perfect gift, a gift that communicates all three of these noble virtues, all the while preserving your manly dignity and peace o... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Pets: 3 of 11
It goes without saying that, as a whole, Americans have pets. In fact, pets are such a part of the fabric of America that laws have been put in place designed to ensure their well being, illustrating our convictions. Unfortunately, as I'm sure you're aware; some people don't abide by animal protection laws. Why should they? ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Good-bye: True gardening stories relating to love, life and gardening: 79 of 272
1. Mildred met Tommy on a warm, cloudless August morning when she was supposed to be pulling weeds from her mother's garden. Instead of pulling weeds though, she, comfortably nestled within the tall corn stalks, was sitting on a rock in the center of the garden putting pen to paper, working on a poem. The big rock, a fixture... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Defining the model of a "real man": 7 of 19
What are real men? Real men are the confident tough guys who don't pretend to be people they aren't. Real men won't say anything about you behind your back that he wouldn't say in front of you, and real men always say what they mean and mean what they say. Real men are not worried about weather or not their appearance is in ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Growing old: 10 of 26
Momma's Pain 1. Nelda Black and Nora Smith "The cows had long ago been sent out to pasture, so if their families don't care, why should I?" Nelda Black growled. On the wall panel above the desk, a light flashed indicating someone in room 21 bet two pressed the call button again. "I mean, they aint no kin to me!" In a room do... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips The benefits of having an exercise plan: Plan ideas: 1 of 2
How many times have you flipped through the channels on your TV and run across some energetic young man or woman hollering at you, "Come on! You can do it! Keep it up!. And 2 and 3, and 1" I know I run across them all the time. Watching the performance of people such as these makes the exercises they are doing look quite eas... More..