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About me - Sean Curtis

Here are a few things about me:

-I hate writing these "About me"s (but Helium seems to really want us to take them seriously).
-I write and edit children's books for a living. It's not a bad way to spend the day.
-I'm open to most any writing or editing opportunities,

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Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values What does it mean to be a human?: 1 of 21
Being human means different things to different people. Does the question ask what capabilities we have that our relatives in the animal kingdom don't? Does the question ask about what it means to share the world with our fellow man? Does it ask about what separates us from machines in this technologically advanced world? Th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Debate on the war in Iraq: 6 of 123
On the five year anniversary of the war in Iraq, there are several important things to keep in mind. These are trying times for America and the world, and we face some of the toughest situations we've ever encountered. So how did end up in colossal mess? First, we have to remember that our country was led into war under fals... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Cultural Relations Why can't people all over the world get on with each other: 1 of 18
This is a great question (and by virtue of the use of the "get on with" colloquialism, one I assume was submitted by a Brit). Why is this world in such turmoil right now? Why are people literally killing each other every day because of differing beliefs? Years ago, at the height of a scary moment in American history, South C... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Ways to generate life changing ideas: 1 of 18
Generating life changing ideas is all about renewing excitement about life. Life should have many twists and turns, ups and downs. It's not meant to be experienced in a purely safe, secure, zombie-like fashion. If you want to change your life, the first thing you have to do is decide to try something new. When people get too... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Ways to sell houses in a slow market: 1 of 18
It's never easy to sell a house in a slow market. Odds are you're competing with a lot of other properties in the neighborhood, and there's always someone willing to cut their prices deep to make a sale. But there are steps you can take to increase your chances of selling your home. Here are a few tips. MAKE YOUR PLACE STAND... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports Celebrities Is it fair to send Olympic track star Marion Jones to jail for steroid use?: 1 of 18
The debate over whether or not Marion Jones should serve jail time is an interesting one. On the one hand, Marion Jones cheated and broke the law. On the other hand, she came forward and took responsibility for her actions. Some would argue that rules are rules and the law is the law. Therefore every situation should be trea... More..
Entertainment > Music (Other) How to find musical inspiration: 1 of 18
Musical inspiration can come from within yourself or the world around you. You should always be ready to be inspired by something. When it happens, and you feel that desire to creative something, don't hesitate. Get to work right away. Here are some tips to help stoke the creative flames in yourself. TAP INTO A CHALLENGING E... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory If the next president addresses energy security and healthcare costs, will that help the US compete in a global economy?: 1 of 17
One of the most important tasks of the next president of the United States will be to address both energy and health care concerns in America. If the proper approach is taken and Washington actually comes together to get things done, there is no doubt that we can make huge strides in energy and healthcare advancement. As we ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: How Hillary Clinton lost her lead: 2 of 32
At a point last year, the polls had Hilary Clinton leading her closest challengers by twenty to thirty points for the nomination for Democratic candidate for president. Since then, she has seen her lead evaporate and disappear. She now finds herself in a desperate position, in which even her most optimistic supports are wond... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Personalities Should Jerry Seinfeld star in another television sitcom?: 1 of 15
"Seinfeld" is the most popular program in the history of television. Barring a few of the earliest episodes, in which writers Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David struggled a bit to define their characters' voices, one would be hard-pressed to find an episode that isn't hilarious. Week after week the show continued to raise it's o... More..