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Writing is very important in my life, and it is a passion. I've written for newsletters, have written numerous technical FAQ's for several companies, and have 3 published books. I'm proud of those works and the articles I have on Helium.

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Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Fruit salad: 1 of 48
Like so many people, our entire family has always loved fruit salad. The best ones we've had, though, are made with fresh fruit rather than the canned variety. It takes a little more effort, but the taste makes it all worthwhile.The following recipe serves a family of four, despite the quantity it makes, because it seldom las... More..
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness Tips for a long lasting marriage: 3 of 138
I'm often asked, especially by the couples I counsel, how I can remain happily married after nearly 29 years, all to the only woman I've ever been married to. Surprisingly to some, it isn't at all difficult to do, though it does require some effort and determination. The most important thing of all is open and honest commun... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Global warming: What's the real truth?: 2 of 86
When we want to know the real truth about global warming, we must first separate what we know versus what is conjecture. For instance, is there any global warming to begin with? There is a problem with even this question. 'Warming' refers to temperatures, which are a feature of weather, not climate. Climate is the average of ... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) A fast food observation: 1 of 41
Fast food has a few intended consequences, such as being cheap yet filling, but usually a lot more unintended ones. In fact, a lot of people who knew the inside information would probably never eat at a fast food restaurant again.To begin with, regardless of what those at the fast food joint might tell you, and despite the ad... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Best excuses for calling in sick: 1 of 32
Think for a moment about the meaning of the word 'excuse'. An excuse isn't the same thing as a reason. Rather, it is generally something made up to fit the circumstances. In other words, reasons for calling in sick would be a severe illness, an accident, or a death in the family. Excuses would underlay the idea that you simp... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Main course meat: 4 of 116
Simply very few main course meats can compare to fried venison. Many beef and pork recipes were originally venison recipes, but were adapted to the other meat. Why not use the original meat and skip the wannabes? A key is to have venison that has been properly prepared, initially. This avoids the gamy taste one can sometimes... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Climate change and global warming: Comparing the terms: 1 of 28
Much of the controversy surrounding whether or not there is a catastrophic change that is occurring on Earth has to do with the definition and differences between climate change and global warming. It isn't hard to see why.Climate change is a fluctuation in the climate in any given area. For instance, large parts of Colorado ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Experiences with rescuing wild animals: 1 of 27
Of the many animals we've rescued through the years, those that are most etched in my mind are the deer fawns we've saved.Deer are beautiful creatures, and they are a joy to be around. There are also instances when you may find yourself in a position to rescue a fawn and raise it so it can be turned loose later. But be aware ... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Eating healthy on a budget: 1 of 27
There is a growing awareness that if you want to stay healthy, you must eat healthy. However, for many people the food budget is a major one, especially considering that it reoccurs. Making this even more of a problem is the increase in food prices.There are great ways to eat healthy on a budget, though. It doesn't need to br... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for adopting a stray pet: 4 of 103
Few things are sadder than to see an animal that is skin and bones, trying valiantly to survive but losing the battle. A stray that is healthy and in good shape is another thing, but it is also rare.Whether the pet is a runaway, or has been inadvertently lost, it is very hard to look in those sad eyes and do nothing at all, u... More..