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I live in Northwest Indiana. I have lived here my entire life. I enjoy writing, drawing, reading, nature, outdoor activities, family, horror movies, zombies, and animals.
I am a junior at Purdue University North Central, where I am pursuing my bachelor's degree

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Food & Drink > Fast Food Fast food restaurants serving the unhealthiest food: 1 of 30
If you visit the McDonalds website you will find phrases like, "McDonalds is one of life's many small pleasures that millions of people around the world enjoy each day. Great food. Fun to eat. Casual environment. Local and Familiar. And always something new." They claim to be committed to the well-being of their customers an... More..
Sports & Recreation > Camping How to prepare for a camping trip: 1 of 20
Preparation can be just as fun as the trip itself. With time and practice, you will learn that getting ready for a weekend holiday is easier than you ever dreamed. An ongoing list can be very helpful. Take your list with you when you go, and once you realize that you forgot something, you can add it to the list. WHAT TO BRING... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short Stories: Western: 1 of 19
Jack tied his horse at the post and pulled the folded up piece of paper from his pocket. Maitland Hotel, Willoughby Creek, Miss Gabrielle Ophelia Duncan, was written in a long elegant script. Across the dusty street was a large white building where the words Maitland Hotel and Diner had been painted in big faded black letters... More..
Sports & Recreation > Camping Why camping is not a vacation for everyone: 1 of 13
Camping is an outdoor recreation. Campers are outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy living in the woods and sleeping in tents, sometimes for weeks at a time. Packing gear, planning meals, setting up and tearing down camp just to stay in the woods is not everyone's ideal vacation. Camping also involves a bit of an investment. ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Gran Torino: 2 of 24
In Clint Eastwood's Gran Torino, Eastwood returns to the screen as the crotchety old, racist Korean War vet, Walt Kowalski. The movie opens with the funeral of Kowalski's wife, where we met Kowalski's children and grandchildren. It's immediately apparent that Walt hates his self-absorbed yuppie sons and their families who avo... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Dachshund: 2 of 18
Dachshunds are big dogs in small packages. Doxies are loyal friends forever, they are protectors and companions, and they take each job very seriously. If you are looking for a dog who needs to be by your side at all times, never allowing you out of his sight, than perhaps a dachshund would fit your needs. The American Kennel... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues The legacy of Martin Luther since 1517: 1 of 8
In the excerpt "On Papal Power, Justification of Faith, and the Nature of the Clergy," from Martin Luther's Address to the Christian Nobility of the German Nation Concerning the Reform of the Christian Estate, Luther uses the words "knavery," "wickedness," and "ghoulish," to describe the Roman Catholic Church and its doctrine... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Animals: 10 of 72
The trees outside had become nothing but a blur. Everything that I was used to seeing from my window perch had disappeared, swallowed by the heavy downpour of rain. I sat there on my dry shelf, looking out into the harsh outdoors, and counted my blessings. A flash of white light revealed countless pairs of eyes that had been ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Camping Get closer to nature by camping in state park campgrounds: 2 of 14
From as early as the 1860's the United States government saw the need to protect certain natural areas for their natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, historical significance, and public enjoyment. They are similar to national parks but ran by the state instead of federal government. There are approximately 3,... More..
Travel > Vacations Summer vacation ideas: Family camping: 1 of 6
Camping can be a wonderful way for your family to enjoy nature and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If your family loves the outdoors and enjoys activities like hiking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, or mountain biking, then camping may be right up your alley! They also have campgrounds for off-road vehi... More..