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After spending my college years in journalism, I continue to write on a variety of topics ranging from a parents' column to travel websites.

For the last year, I have been working on a children's book geared for 5 - 8 year olds. My main passions include being

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Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips The best time to walk: 1 of 5
The best time to walk is "as soon as possible"! The parents of any ten month old baby will tell you that walking is their baby's number one goal. On the other end of the life spectrum, every nursing home is filled with bedridden residents longing to enjoy the simple pleasure of taking a walk just once more. Walking, one of t... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to throw a successful surprise party: 4 of 19
Surprise! Ahhh, that one word surprise - can take an ordinary birthday party and turn it into a unifying secret for everyone on the guest list, but it can also take great secret-keeping skills and major planning for the host or hostess. Being the planner takes a certain ability to walk on egg shells, lie, and create believab... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > New Year's Tips for enjoying New Year's Eve as a family: 2 of 9
Tips for Enjoying New Year's Eve with Family When New Year's Eve approaches, you have a wonderful opportunity to create family traditions right in the comfort of your own home. Look over these tips to step into the New Year as a family. o Have family members take it easy during the day. Consider naps or low key afternoon act... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing at Helium (Other) A jingle for Helium's first birthday: 3 of 13
When journalists and writers post articles in the deep of the night- When computer keys in all time zones begin to hum- When contest rankings cause great fright- You are entering the world of HELIUM! A year has passed since it first hit the web- Thousands of articles have been written- Helium writers from academia to Society... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: True karaoke stories: 24 of 101
King Karaoke and the Storm Named Katrina It was to have been our 20th wedding celebration cruise aboard the ship, the Celebration. Headed for Key West, Florida and the Bahamas, the sun and sea promised a good time. Who knew as we boarded the ship that August day in 2005 that, despite the sumptuous midnight feasts, the gorgeo... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Relationships with people who cling: 5 of 21
Are "Velcro People" Vexing You? Everyone knows a "Velcro" person or two. They are easily recognized in crowded rooms as you enter. The clingy person will wave broadly, proud of the fact that he has saved you a seat whether you intended to sit there or not. They will announce that they have already got your name tag and order... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Buyer's guide to ski pants: 2 of 7
Need to buy some ski pants? Read this buyer's guide before plunking down your money on ski pants! Here are some quick tips and some reviews of specific ski pants to help you in your buying decision. KNOW YOUR NEEDS Every person's ski needs are different. Are you a once a year skier? A downhill racer? A ski novice? Back count... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Why I decided to cancel cable television: 4 of 13
A Testimonial to Living without the Cable TV Monster! We are a family that made the decision fifteen years ago to cancel our cable service. Along the way, we have saved over $10,000 living cable-free. The big bad monster called Cable TV still calls from time to time offering to come live in our home for just pennies a day. W... More..
Travel > United States Florida's hidden beaches: Where to go and why: 13 of 40
Most tourists envision busy theme parks as Florida's desired destination spots, but there are beach spots like Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park in Jacksonville that beckon tourists to get away from the crowded, well known beaches and theme parks to explore quiet shorelines and pristine nature at its finest. Want to go back to the ol... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Christmas gift ideas for the Boy Scout in your home: 3 of 9
Got a Boy Scout waking up on Christmas morning? Then get out your gift list because shopping for a Boy Scout is worthy of a parent's merit badge! Gift ideas are unlimited since scouting provides such a diversity of experiences for each Boy Scout. To hone in on your Boy Scout's needs, consult with him or his Scoutmaster to le... More..