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Hi, from the beautiful Pacific Northwest, where I've lived since January 2007. I'm a native of South Florida, but never really liked swimming in the ocean (I do like the view) or baking in the sun (I know, I'm crazy). I've worked as a legal secretary; owned

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Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Guest worker program: The solution to the immigration issue?: 14 of 27
Fences won't keep them out - enforcing our laws will. Have you seen the photos on television of ladders against the wall and people climbing the ladders? Unless they put a moat in front of the ladders with water too deep to wade through, then they're going to get in regardless. This is all politics and it is beyond me why we ... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends The history and evolution of television: The 1960s and 1970s: 9 of 16
"If you can remember anything about the sixties, you weren't really there," a popular quote from Paul Kantner, so aptly described the turbulent era of social activism in the 1960s; but television was entering a period of expansion with the addition of new technology that would bring the World to our fingertips.A BRIEF LOOK BA... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Are wind farms good sources for environmentally safe energy?: 14 of 23
Yes, wind farms are environmentally safe. According to the Dept. of Energy, wind energy is actually a form of solar energy and can't be used up. It is clean and does not promote atmospheric emissions like acid rain or greenhouse gasses. Wind energy currently costs between 4-6 cents per kilowatt hour and is a domestic source p... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Issues (Other) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): Symptoms and treatment: 22 of 34
For many years, people have suffered with intestinal problems before it was labeled Irritable Bowel System (IBS), and doctors have called it by many names: colitis, mucous colitis, spastic colon, irritable colon, or spastic bowel. No matter what it's called, IBS is one of the most common intestinal disorders diagnosed today. ... More..
Home & Garden > Houseplants Growing poinsettia: 4 of 6
Tips for keeping poinsettias alive from one holiday to the nextPoinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima, native to Mexico) are beautiful plants with red, white or green leaves and are symbolic of the holidays, but they are a challenge to keep alive. They're becoming more expensive each year to buy, but I have some tips on how to ke... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) A comprehensive automotive glossary: 15 of 22
We all know there's a lot more to choosing the right vehicle than just picking our favorite color. As more and more women are buying and leasing vehicles, it is important that we have a grasp of automotive and financing terminology so we can make informed decisions.VEHICLE TERMINOLOGY:ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) - This is a ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife Is Hell a real place or a metaphor to deter evil-doers?: 73 of 105
Yes, Hell is a metaphor just as Heaven is a metaphor. Hell is not a place of brimstone and fire in the ground just as Heaven is not a beautiful place with angels in the sky. I believe that churches adopted these "places" of Heaven and Hell as a way to control the masses. Without fear of eternal damnation or hope of eternal bl... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: The dangers of cell phones: 12 of 17
Cell phones can distract from our driving, but so can other activities. In August 2003, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety concluded that drivers are far less distracted by their cell phones than by other common activities, such a talking to passengers or reaching for items on the seat or in the glove compartment. Accordin... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health An overview of the BARF diet for dogs: 15 of 21
The BARF diet (acronym for Bones and Raw Food) is a diet concept being touted by many dog owners and veterinarians as the most natural diet for dogs. The reasoning behind this new diet concept is that dogs, domesticated or wild, are carnivores. They are not designed to digest grains because their digestive tracts lack digesti... More..
Sports & Recreation > Saltwater Fishing Deep-sea fishing experiences in the Florida Keys: 3 of 4
My Deep-Sea Fishing Experience in the Florida KeysAs a native of South Florida, I have visited most of the cities in the Florida Keys, either for deep-sea fishing or sight-seeing. My favorite place for deep-sea fishing is Islamorada (considered the Upper Keys), which is about halfway between Miami and Key West.Every September... More..