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Independent filmmaker, academic, and freelance music writer who enjoys arts, culture, and citylife. I also have extensive experience in small business research, real estate analysis, and have owned several successful small businesses and non-profits. I am

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Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology The dangers of dating Peter Pan, the child-man: 5 of 21
When we are children, we admire the mischievous Peter Pan. But as adults, many of us can sympathize with Captain Hook. Peter Pan is a brat. More importantly, Peter Pan is not the kind of guy we want to take home and introduce to our family. Journalist Kay Hymowitz, writing for the Dallas Morning News, suggests that the m... More..
Entertainment > Music Business Merchandising tips for musicians: 1 of 4
As an A&R person, I have seen a lot of bands make major mistakes where merchandise is concerned. Merchandise is critical because it can either be the bread and butter for the band or the straw that breaks the camel (financial) back of the band.Here are some common mistakes, and ways to avoid them, as well as some helpful tips... More..
Entertainment > Music Production & Engineering A beginner's guide to CD mastering: 1 of 4
Ever wondered why your home recorded demo doesn't sound quite as a good as the pros? Typically it's because of one word: mastering. The final step in CD recording before its sent to be manufactured (or duplicated in your computer or CD burner), mastering is the process by which tracks are checked for errors, processed or swe... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) Is vert skating more difficult than street skating?: 1 of 4
There's no fiercer competition for the badge of courage than between a vert and a street skater. The reality is the two are about as similar as speed skating and figure skating. Same basic athletic equipment, totally different set of skills.If life really were like the video games, street skaters would be able to easily achie... More..
Entertainment > Directors & Film Makers The French New Wave directors and their different styles: 1 of 4
Nouvelle Vague, or New Wave, arose in the 1950s and 60s in France in response to Italian neo-realism. Directors most commonly associated with this cinema style include Truffaut and Godard.The French New Wave has often been credited to Cahiers du Cinema, a famous film journal that gave birth to the auteur theory. This was the ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights The lover as rapist: An alarming trend: 14 of 52
The stereotypical rapist is a stranger or predator. Public outreach and education has also successfully introduced the concept of date rape, or rape by an acquaintance, as a more common situation where rape occurs. However, with high profile cases of minors and adults engaging in affairs or of women killing spouses who repeat... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate How to flip a house: 5 of 18
House flipping (buying a home at a low price and then selling high after repair) has been popularized by a variety of television shows and a hot real estate market. It also has been a prime era, as many homes in the housing stock turn a hundred to fifty years old. Coupled with the ageing boomer population looking to downsize,... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Breathing: 42 of 149
Stuttered from the lungsa christmas package in julya weight upon my shouldersand a cancer in my eye.as the breathing slowly capturesthe focus of my minda weight upon my shouldersa christmas package in july.i took for granted former easewith which the breathing came and wentonly now that i am sighingfor a breath so poorly spen... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning Kitchens Microwave crud and how to clean it: 3 of 10
We are all familiar with microwave crud. It clings to the ceiling, hunkers down by the vents, and often is more stubborn than most dirt.In my experience cleaning some of the dirtiest of dirty apartments and homes, I have discovered a great trick that helps loosen crud for a quick wipe.First, take out your glass plate, racks, ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Christmas 2008: Ways to have a joyful Christmas while in a recession: 16 of 48
Have a holly jolly Christmas without too much jingle. There are some simple ways to cut costs, but still have a joyful Christmas while in a recession. By spending a little bit of extra time planning Christmas, you can save a lot of extra cash and also remember the values of family and friends that make Christmas such a merry ... More..