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Amira is a bookworm at heart. Her interests include history, current events, novels, science, science fiction, mystery and celebrity news. She also enjoys watching movies, listening to music and taking road trips.

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Entertainment > Movie Genres Top five movies of all time: 1 of 80

We all have our personal list of top five movies of all time. Whether it's because we sympathize with the lead characters, simply loved the setting or found our worldviews drastically changed by one particular movie, everyone have their own list. Presented here are mine: 1. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Paul Newman. Bu...
Education > Graduate Studies Why pursue a Master's degree?: 1 of 24

With the current economic climate and the reality that numerous university graduates swell the job market every year, having a Master’s degree can spell the difference between a hire and a turn down. In terms of skills, going to graduate school was one of the best decisions I've ever made. My professors would discuss w...
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Travel tips for singles: 1 of 15

Traveling for a holiday and missing that special someone that hasn't quite realized you're alive? Don't despair! Traveling for singles need not be worrisome. Before you embark on that trip, set your priorities straight. What that means is make sure that you are taking a holiday because you want one not because you're on the ...
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles The most stylish cities around the world: 3 of 21

Just as your style differs from mine, citing the world's most stylish cities is a matter of personal preference and taste. I'll abstain from being apologetic about choices. After all, we have our individual sensibilities to answer to. Here are my top five stylish cities from around the world: 1. Paris Champs-Elysees for its ...
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Harry Potter: Unresolved plot elements from previous books: 1 of 7

Harry Potter is one series that will continue to be read and talked about for generations to come. Subplots abound in the series and it would be really interesting to come up with literary spin-offs after the dust from the last book settles. Here are my top unresolved and undeveloped plots from the Books 1-5: 1. How about ho...
Entertainment > Movie News & Previews Anticipating the release of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: 2 of 13

I hate to say this but the Harry Potter movies are always a disappointment for me. I guess the challenge of how to include the important events from the book in a movie that isn't two hours long is simply daunting. Having said that, it doesn't mean I didn't line up for tickets whenever a new one is ready for release. I am af...
Relationships & Family > Relatives Ideas for keeping in touch with family while traveling: 3 of 15

Here are my top ideas for keeping in touch with family and friends while traveling or away from home. A little background if you please: I moved to a foreign country a few years ago and it's like a continuing vacation! I and my siblings are real close. Being the eldest makes living far from them even more difficult since I n...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Memories: 20 of 93

Mom waxed nostalgic! She had our christening dresses taken out of storage, hand washed and carefully dried out in the sun on the clothesline in front of the house. She even had her wedding dress taken out, too. It was soaked in soapy water to take out all the dirt of the many years past. She was teary-eyed looking at all tho...
Entertainment > Music (Other) A guide to the Glastonbury Festival: 1 of 4

With tickets selling out a mere 24 hours after its offering a good six months prior to this year's event, The Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts known simply as Glastonbury Festival or Glasto, is the hottest performance and musical event of the year. Glastonbury Festival is held every year (with a fallow ye...
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Top ten hobbies and games: 2 of 7

Top Ten Hobbies or How I Choose to Pass the Time Hobbies are a source of fun. For someone who spends a lot of time staying at home, the thought of a day just waiting to be filled with activities makes for creative thinking. Activities for outgoing types are included here as well. 1. Sort out your all your photogra...