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I'm a certified bookworm and proud of it. My desire to write stem from my intense love of reading well-written stories and articles. It is my hope that being a part of Helium will help me become a better writer, and be able to write and share about topics

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Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles The most stylish cities around the world: 1 of 33
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. ParisChamps-Elysees for its hist... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Top five movies of all time: 9 of 145
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. Butch... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Travel tips for singles: 1 of 16
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 l... More..
Entertainment > Movie News & Previews Anticipating the release of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: 2 of 27
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 afte... More..
Relationships & Family > Couple Communication How couples can avoid fights: 5 of 60
How I keep the Peace with my HusbandWe all get our share of bad days and who suffers the most when we get angry, frustrated or just plain 'got out of the wrong side of the bed'? That's right, our mate. So when I get the blues, here's what I do to keep from venting it all out to my ever loyal but not quite patient other half:1... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture Guide to buying a comfortable bed: 1 of 11
So you're on the market for a new bed. Here are some commonsense tips to make you a happy owner of the bed that's bound to give you sweet dreams. (wink, wink)First, you'll want a bed that's big enough for you, or for two, if you are buying with your significant other. But how big is big? Only one way to find out: Lie on the p... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Harry Potter: Unresolved plot elements from previous books: 1 of 9
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 how ... More..
Relationships & Family > Ancestry & Genealogy Best locations for a family reunion: 4 of 29
Getting everyone of your family for a reunion is a very challenging job. Choosing the great place to go for family reunions is even harder. My suggestion is to think of a location where majority of your clan is going to have fun since catering to individual needs is impossible. The place you choose is not as important as find... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) If you want to be president of a country in next 5 yrs, what are the most important things that you should be doing now?: 1 of 7
A President in Five Years TimeHere's my list of things to do for a would-be-president:1. Cultivate a healthy and sound mind and body.Health, they say, is wealth. Being a president is physically, psychologically and emotionally taxing. Being healthy is part of being competent.2. Create a vision for the future.Knowing where you... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Memories: 20 of 98
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... More..