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Erin Wiedemer is the owner and operator of A Write Word Literary Services. Erin received her BA in English from Flagler College in 2002 as a member of Sigma Tau Delta, the English honors society. Since that time she has written and edited for national magazines

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Food & Drink > Wine The Brunello controversy: 1 of 1
If you enjoy a good bottle of Brunello, you may want to stock up now. The upcoming stock is in serious peril.It all began in November of last year. Local reports began surfacing that Montalcino's grower consortium (Consorzio di Brunello di Montalcino) was not correctly monitoring that the Brunello production was meeting DOCG ... More..
Arts & Humanities > International Writers & Literature Book reviews: A Suitable Boy, by Vikram Seth: 1 of 1
I just finished a fantastic novel, by Vikram Seth, entitled, "A Suitable Boy." This book is not for the light reader; it is nearly 2,000 pages and involves a lot of detailed politics of the newly democratic India. However, for those who enjoy learning new things from their novels, or love novels that take the time to fully de... More..
Food & Drink > Wine How to pair wines with food: 11 of 20
The ability to pair food and wine is a skill that is easily and delightfully developed. As with most skills, learning to perfectly pair wine with meals or appetizers requires practice, however, practicing your attention to flavors is an enjoyable exercise.The objective of a good food/wine pairing is to enhance both the flavor... More..
Food & Drink > Meat & Poultry How to serve foie gras: 5 of 9
Foie gras is a delicate and decadent food. Though it may be used as an ingredient in French recipes (such as Tournedos Rossina-Chicken Souvaroff), it is best served as an hors d'oeuvre before the meal, because that is when your palate is clean and neutral, and you can best appreciate foie gras' delicate flavors.To serve, chil... More..
Health & Fitness > Pilates & Yoga Yoga poses: Plow pose: 4 of 7
The Plow Pose is a yogic inversion pose, also known as Halsana in the original Sanskrit. Those this pose is frequently achieved as a preparation for a shoulder-stand, it is also an excellent basic position for stretching the shoulders and spine and for strengthening your core. Here are the 5 simple steps to performing the Plo... More..
Travel > Italy Travel destinations: Rome, Italy: 16 of 27
I visited Rome for the first time last November. As a Roman history buff, visiting Rome was the highlight of my Italian trip. On my first night in Rome I took a self-guided walking tour and became hopelessly lost. I discovered amazing architecture, a plethora of ancient fountains, and wonderful family owned restaurants and ge... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy Vegetable oil used as fuel: 6 of 10
"Raw vegetable oil cannot meet biodiesel fuel specifications, it is not registered with the EPA, and it is not a legal motor fuel ," however, when it is processed via transesterification, this raw vegetable oil becomes a powerful and efficient fuel source called, biodiesel. Biodiesel is an alternative fuel that is viable toda... More..
Health & Fitness > Pilates & Yoga The 8 limbs of yoga: A basic overview: 3 of 5
The 8 Limbs of Yoga are the 8 steps or progressive disciples which purify the mind and body to ultimately allow the yogi to attain enlightenment. This series of disciplines was delineated by the Sage Patanjali Maharishi in the "Yoga Sutras." The 8 limbs are: Yamas (restraints), Niyamas (observances), Asanas (postures), Pranay... More..
Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: Fast and easy boneless chicken breasts: 18 of 28
I love to cook, but as a poverty-stricken college student, I have been having a hard time finding recipes with a minimal amount of inexpensive ingredients and preparation time. I don't have a lot of time to spend cooking dinner, and I certainly don't have the money to buy a bunch of ingredients for one meal. I wanted to cook ... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture How to buy furniture for small spaces: 13 of 20
Small spaces require specialized furniture choices that will maximize the square footage while beautifying the room and giving it your own unique sense of style. The following are some professional recommendations for purchasing furniture for your small spaces.In small rooms it is always a good idea to choose furniture that h... More..