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Shelly McRae has an associates degree in general studies from Glendale Community College, with a major in graphic design. She also studied interior design and technical writing. She writes for numerous sites and continues to expand her interests, including

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Home & Garden > Cleaning Floors & Walls How to get rid of black mold: 1 of 9
The black mold that grows in the corner of your shower stall or on the basement wall behind your washing machine is unlikely to be toxic. Toxic mold is usually found on materials containing cellulose. Cellulose is a fiber found in wood, cotton, hemp, and is used in the manufacture of such items as drywall. Toxic black mold i... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Guide to green computing: 1 of 9
Turning off your computer when not in use and printing only necessary documents will reduce the energy use and paper waste created by using a computer. Using energy efficient CPUs and liquid crystal display monitors also contribute to green computing, the concept of using less energy while still benefiting from this technolo... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Questions to ask yourself before you start a home business: 3 of 24
Starting a home business requires time, money, and a good idea. If it's your dream to start your own home-based business, you need to ask yourself a few questions first. 1. What, exactly, is my idea? This may seem silly, but you need to clarify exactly what it is you're selling, be it a service or a product, and to whom you ... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues How to bump up your good cholesterol: 2 of 16
High-density lipoproteins, also known as HDL, make up the good cholesterol your body needs to function properly. Often when you lower your bad cholesterol levels, or LDL, your good cholesterol levels will drop as well. When your HDL is below 40, your risk for heart disease increases because your body will retain the LDL in r... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression What might be the physical reason for depression?: 1 of 8
Depression is a mood disorder, its' symptoms expressed as sadness, lethargy, despondency, and suicidal tendencies. Those suffering from depression often experience chronic pain, insomnia, and a loss of concentration. Depression is identified by its symptoms, but its' causes can be varied and sometimes elusive. While certain ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Pagan & Earth-Based Religions An overview of Celtic polytheism: 1 of 8
An overview of Celtic polytheism Celtic polytheism is a complex system of gods in which no one god rules, nor is any one god pure good or pure evil. Scholars have identified more than 400 names for deities in inscriptions, yet most of these names appear only once.(1) This is likely due to the fact that Celtic religions were ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures The music of the young: Why older generations turn it off: 6 of 46
When you hear a song that reminds you of your first kiss, your first road trip, your first attempt at playing guitar, you turn that song up loud and sing what few lyrics you recall. Your kids laugh and try to change the station. You don't let them, because the song means something to you. It is part of a memory long stored a... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Is pizza healthy?: 3 of 23
Pizza is not a health food, but it is good for you, even the greasy, gotta-have-it kind of pizza. Pizza is a classic, a comfort food, a this-will-make-me-feel-better kind of food. Pizza is a party food, a late night snuggle up on the couch food. Pizza is the kind of food that most people will turn to when they want something... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Determining the value of an antique: 2 of 15
The value of an antique is dependent on condition, rarity, authenticity, and market demand. It is also determined by age. The U.S. Customs defines an antique as an object one hundred years old or older. This legal ruling is for revenue purposes of import and export. For dealers and appraisers, age is a general guideline, not... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Blame: 8 of 58
Looking at the pile of clothes in the middle of the room, Mackie gritted her teeth and balled her hands into tight fists. Three times she had told her son to put his dirty clothes into the laundry room. She'd even put the laundry basket on his bed for him. All he had to do was put the clothes into the basket and walk out to ... More..