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I am a home health nurse who enjoys and loves my family. I thoroughly enjoy my occupation. Family life is always entertaining. I recently acquired a utility patent for a new idea. Writing is a new interest.

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Sports & Recreation > Golf The importance of keeping your head still during the golf swing: 1 of 8
Imagine forming a circle with a compass. This is the circular motion needed to complete a successful swing in golf. Imagine your head as the metal point of the compass. In drawing a circle with a compass, the metal point must remain in a stationary fixed position. Imagine what the circle would look like if the metal point wa... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Should Paris Hilton profit from media interest in her jail-time reflections?: 8 of 44
Making money is what the Hilton's do. They're very good at it. Society is acting outraged at Paris's ability to follow in the family footsteps. Truth is; Paris got caught being the bad little rich girl. The family's money tried to keep her out of jail and almost succeeded. However, even the wealthy should not ruffle a judge'... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Loving an alcoholic: 11 of 34
Dating a 15 year veteran of AA I felt the afflictions of his disease had long such passed. A relationship with a non drinking alcoholic seemed plausible. After all, I have my own deficiencies. I really didn't look at it as something that had to be overcome or would be a handicap in the long run. Honestly I did not feel it wa... More..
Politics, News & Issues > News Industry Should the government control talk radio to make it more "balanced"?: 46 of 110
Balance harmonizes ratios, controversy creates interest. Interest is what talk radio strives to achieve. Do you want to listen to a show that is censored in its ability to voice their views? Would a writer wish to have the government control the context of their stories? Setting limits and boundaries would definitely hamper ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Marketing & Selling Writing Should you sign with a legitimate book publisher or self-publish?: 11 of 24
As complexing as a dilemma this is, I think I'll go with the side, that has the most advantages, a publisher. Primarily not only will you receive income from this venture, but all the marketing aspects will be the responsibility of the publisher. Marketing is a golden key for success. The expense alone would bankrupt the ave... More..
Sciences > Psychology How to let go of someone you love: 65 of 112
Wish them well and keep saying it until you mean it. Parting with someone you love is frightening, not to mention devastating. Picking up the remnants of a shared life and going solo takes inner strength and a love for yourself. Suddenly the strengths you believed you possessed, fail to appear. Dining alone becomes an interm... More..
Jobs & Careers > Health & Sciences Jobs Why become a nurse?: 20 of 30
A nurse is who I am, not what I do. In mid life I changed careers. This time around I wanted my career to be who I was. I wanted to jump out of bed in the morning and not be able to wait until I got to work. I wanted to make a difference in life no matter how small. Having the advantage and experience of being in the workpla... More..
Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts How does a human acquire wisdom: 20 of 30
With patience comes wisdom. Wisdom is created from patience. The ability to listen and not to speak or act first is the beginning of wisdom. Our thoughts race to be able to answer before someone has completed speaking is most peoples first error. Being able to listen and actually hear, comprehend and most of all digest the p... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Things to consider when choosing a dog: 47 of 70
The old adage of: You can pick your friends but not your family really isn't quite true. When you decide to adopt a dog you have made a decision to enlarge your family. If you're not thinking in this concept, then perhaps acquiring a dog is not in your best interest. A successful pet owner is someone who has realized the mag... More..
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air: 6 of 8
Entertaining with the humorous side of life. The Fresh Prince of Bel Air is excellent family entertainment. Reminiscent of the Happy Days era only updated with the current wit and dilemmas of today. Strength, wisdom, humor all coincide its boundaries. This show has something to offer all ages, sometimes serious issues with a... More..