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I am a freelance editor, proofreader and writer with a background in communications and advertising. I've loved reading and writing all my life and have a great appreciation for the written word. I pride myself on my professionalism and my ability to work

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Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) Should the US government help fund election campaigns?: 1 of 23
The US government should NOT help fund election campaigns. It would only make the problem worse!Without a doubt, current election campaigns favor those with money - the elite. There are plenty of intelligent, passionate, service-minded people who could serve their country in an elected position. However, if the money isn't th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) Should there be spending limits on political campaigns?: 2 of 34
Without a doubt, current election campaigns have gotten out of control. They favor those with money or access to it - an elite group. There are intelligent, passionate, service-minded people out there who could serve their country in an elected position. However, if the money isn't there, it just won't happen.Candidates spend... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Soul mates: Do they really exist?: 10 of 169
Soul mates absolutely exist! I know because I am fortunate enough to know mine.Not only are my husband and I soul mates, but we are a pair of those rare breed - the high school sweethearts. Now I know it sounds like we must be crazy to be together from such a young age and to have been with so few other people. But when you m... More..
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: According to Jim: 1 of 15
According to Jim is what you'd expect in a standard sitcom, but it is definitely the standard sitcom at it's very best. It debuted on ABC in October 2001 and has enjoyed fairly steady ratings and a solid place in ABC's stable of comedies ever since.And why wouldn't it? This show has a great combination of characters, actors a... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childbirth & Labor Labor: Should you get an epidural?: 4 of 52
I can't answer this question for anyone else. Each woman will feel differently about it and maybe even for different reasons. My choice was to go without an epidural.I didn't get the choice with my first child though. My husband and I took the classes for the Bradley method of natural childbirth and were fully prepared to tac... More..
Entertainment > TV Networks & Industry 2007 Primetime Emmy Awards: What show should win the award for Outstanding Comedy Series?: 1 of 12
This year's Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series will be awarded to one of the following shows: Entourage, The Office, 30 Rock, Two and a Half Men, and Ugly Betty. Five great shows, all with strong followings and they span the networks and cable too.Entourage has aired on HBO since July 2004. It follows the rising act... More..
Education > College Life Should colleges ban firearms?: 2 of 18
Before April 16, 2007 I probably would have said that colleges should ban firearms. I would have felt good about Virginia Tech or any other college campus being gun-free. But then the impossible happened and it happened at my alma mater.It never occurred to me that college campuses should or would allow guns. Before and on Ap... More..
Pets & Animals > Birds Guide to bird food, feeders and the birds they attract: 1 of 6
So you get the fancy new bird feeder. You pick up the biggest bag of birdseed the grocery store offers. You put them together and eagerly look out your window. Sure, you're attracting a few birds here and there but you were really hoping to experience the wide variety of birds roaming your area rather than just a measly few. ... More..
Entertainment > Hollywood & Movie Industry Are Americans fighting reality with superhero movies: 1 of 6
Superhero movies and television shows have been showing up more and more in the past five to ten years. Why do we love them? Is it because we're fighting reality? Are we so distressed by the state of our world that we turn to comic books, movies, and TV shows that show some mythical figure making everything better?No. I am de... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Rosie O'Donnell versus Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Who is right?: 6 of 34
I have a huge problem with Rosie O'Donnell. And it really has nothing to do with her sexual orientation. Let me get that out of the way right up front. I don't care what she chooses to do in her personal life. That is indeed her business.What I do have a problem with is her lack of respect for people. It all began when Tom Se... More..