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I am an inveterate student - not quite a jack of all trades and a master of none, on occasion I actually know what I'm talking about.

I don't write because I like it, so much as because I...have to, that's all. It's what I do.

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Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Banning smoking in public areas: 9 of 101
So what shall we define as a "public place"? Is the middle of the Mojave Desert a public place? Most anyone could go there, if they chose to, and some of it is public land. Is a an open boat within the confines of the United States Coastal waters a public place? Anyone can go there, and it is owned by us all. What about a pr... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies The dangers of mold to health: 3 of 18
Mold, the common name for fungus, is probably the most common and least understood life form on the planet. Neither plant nor animal, they are something completely different and unique. Some are amazingly useful, such as baker's yeast or edible mushrooms, while others can have devastating health consequences. The most import... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Education How to be your own dance teacher: 2 of 8
Being your own teacher happens in some strange and unsuspected ways. However, unless you only intend to learn "street dance" - informal popular dances like people do in clubs, being your own teacher is not a wise way to start out. Notice, I didn't say don't do it at all. Just don't START that way. Napoleon Dynamite was a mov... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Racism or double standard?: 10 of 39
Oh, no. Here we go. Again. One man says a stupid and ugly thing, and the nation erupts into accusations and remonstrations. I'm not an apologist for Don Imus. Actually, he doesn't need me as an apologist. He's apologizing on his own, begging forgiveness and trying to make amends all over the place. I give him big respect for... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Why heels make legs look slimmer: 1 of 3
It's true! A great pair of heels will make your legs look slimmer - providing you also pay attention to skirt length, color, and your individual leg shape. The first thing heels will do for you, is "lighten" you. For every inch in body height, most weight charts will allow an additional 5-10 pounds in body weight. So the ave... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Education Learn to dance: Salsa: 1 of 3
Dancing Salsa is probably the most fun you'll ever have with your clothes on. First off, I strongly suggest visiting a local Salsa club or event to see what you like. There are literally dozens of styles to choose from, and there's little point in working towards something other than what you want. I could explain the histor... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Can high heels damage your spine?: 1 of 2
The idea that high heels can do damage to your spine is a myth, although this is not to say that high heels can't do some damage! The problem has much more to do with muscles than bones. For many women, wearing high heels is a pure delight - the higher the better. But you will also notice if you talk to some of those women, ... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Secrecy: 13 of 18
I want to walk the streets, Dark grey tattered and torn, Wrapped in the appearance of misery. I want to hide myself, Inside this shroud of dark, All keeping you confused and unimpressed. Want you to think of me, As not even being here, If you should ever think to think at all. You're only slightly wrong, It is not misery, Yo... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Drug Laws & Prevention How to tell if your neighbors are dealing drugs, and what to do about it: 16 of 20
The one thing we know about drug dealers is that, while their hallucinations may be highly creative, their habits typically are not. Learning to spot those habits is pretty easy. Here are the top five things to look for: 1) Lots of traffic coming in. Watch for visitors who come and go at all hours, but seldom stay more than ... More..
Style & Beauty > Style & Beauty (Other) 50 and still beautiful: 4 of 5
The Big Five-Oh. How we dread it at 20 or 30, or 40! And how wrong we are! You know those over-fifties that just seem to keep getting better? A recent study by Allure magazine found that Americans overwhelmingly chose women over 50 as the most beautiful. Their top picks? Oprah Winfrey, Sophia Loren and Meryl Streep. Every on... More..