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My writing and reporting background dates to 1984, when I was chosen my high school's editor-in-chief. I never hesitated to write boldly from the start. I remember the high school principal calling me after I criticized his decision to eliminate field trips.

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Hobbies & Games > Card Games Texas Hold'em Poker: 1 of 43
Texas Hold'em might seem like an easy game, but plenty of strategy and thought must go into executing a winning hand.It's OK to be daring at the poker table with a bluff, if you are playing five- or seven-card draw with your cards covered. The same can not be said for Texas Hold'em, considering five cards are showing from the... More..
Travel > Vacations Best vacation destinations: 3 of 85
England has more to offer than London, and visiting those locations will make you wonder what the fuss is all about only touring Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey.Expanding your vacationing horizons in England is a rewarding experience, rich with history and breathtaking scenery. Here is a rundown of the top five spots ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Budget Best ways to get married on a budget: 8 of 74
Believe it or not, the going rate of a storybook wedding these days is more than $12,000, and that's not including the plush ceremonies at some fancy resort.Many couples do not have that much money to pull off a wedding with all the bells and whistles. However, when they stop a moment and think about it: Do they really need a... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq The Pentagon reports rising violence throughout Iraq: Who's to blame?: 5 of 38
This debate is one that is adversely affecting the United States and making this country more disliked by what was once a world that admired America.The presence of the U.S. military ground forces in Iraq is fueling the anti-American sentiment not only among Muslims, but also among European and Asian countries that were once ... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Why invest in real estate: 1 of 7
You have thought about owning your own car and house and investing in the stock market, but why not try staking a claim to a piece of land?During an upswing in development, land appreciates faster than buildings. If you have enough capital to invest in land, now is a good time to invest in vacant office and industrial-zoned l... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Things to do in Paris in the spring: 2 of 10
Paris, France, with its awe-inspiring Eiffel Tower, romantic feel as the City on the Seine, and cultural history, should be visited every spring time in everybody's life despite what you might have heard about Parisians.Stories have circulated about snobbish waiters or rude Parisians in general. That's a stereotype that is no... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Basketball Who is the 2nd best point guard in the NBA?: 4 of 19
The reason why Steve Nash is largely considered the top point guard in the NBA is the fact that he gets his teammates involved, makes them play better together and is a natural leader.The same can be said of Chauncey Billups of Detroit, Tony Parker of San Antonio and Deron Williams of Utah. Coincidentally, each of their teams... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Accessories Ideal gifts for dogs: 3 of 14
Gone are the days when you bring home only Milk-Bone Dog Biscuits for your pup.Now, for example, you might feel the urge to make your dog feel more special by combining the biscuits with a crystal pink collar and leash from Bloomingdale's that costs as much as $100.The fashion-sense world now requires a little bling to go wit... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips Weightloss tips that make sense: 4 of 14
The greatest mistakes dieters can make are to drastically cut their calorie intake and abruptly abolish their appetite for foods they love to eat.Your brain is smart. It responds to extreme, low-calorie diets by triggering a metabolic appetite. That appetite causes the body to feel a need for more energy and calories. That wi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > People in the News Is Dan Rather right to accuse Katie Couric of dumbing down and tarting up the news?: 6 of 20
Dan Rather has the right to criticize, but he is off base in the manner in which he assessed Katie Couric's performance.Instead of taking shots at Couric, he should have directed his opinion at his former employer - CBS - about what the network deems to be newsworthy for the CBS Evening News. Why stage a personal attack at Co... More..