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I am a burgeoning freelance writer who lives in the foothills of Western Maine with my husband and four children. I hold a bachelors degree in history, and have taught high school social studies. I now stay home with my youngest child. My husband and I have

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Entertainment > Movie Genres Good chick flicks: 4 of 71
The Ten Best Chick Flicks (in order of greatness) are as follows:1. The Love Letter (1999) starring Kate Capshaw, Ellen Degeneres & hunky Tom Selleck. I love everything about this movie, from its idyllic setting in fictitious Loblolly by The Sea (it was filmed in Rockport Massachusettes) to the surprising twist at the end. Ba... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas The history of Christmas: 3 of 27
Some holiday skeptics like to point out that December 25th is not really Jesus Christ's birthday. These scrooges like to point out that we may not even know the actual birthday of the Christian savior. But the history of Christmas is far more complex than that of Jesus' birthday. Christmas represents peace on earth, goodwill... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Thanksgiving Ideas for Thanksgiving table decorations: 1 of 8
For a luxurious looking Thanksgiving centerpiece (but without the luxurious price tag) try making a running floral arrangement that goes the length of your table. This centerpiece is also a great because unlike tall vases, all the dinner guests can easily see over it. You will need the following supplies: -Flowers- I recomme... More..
Arts & Humanities > Middle Ages Feudalism: Life on a medieval manor: 1 of 6
The economic side of feudalism is known as the manorial system, or the manor system. This is an economic arrangement between a lord and his peasants or serfs.A lord provided each of his peasants with housing, strips of farmland, and protection from bandits. In return, peasants and serfs tended the lord's land, animals and hel... More..
Home & Garden > Architecture Building feats: The Eiffel Tower: 1 of 4
When the Eiffel Tower was first constructed in1889, many in the artistic community of Paris signed petitions against "the useless and monstrous Eiffel Tower." Nature lovers worried it would disrupt the flight of birds over Paris. Despite these early grumblings, people flocked to take the elevator ride up nine hundred feet to... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Decorative interior wall painting techniques: 2 of 5
The cheapest and easiest way to freshen up a room is with a fresh coat of new paint. New paints on the market allow you to paint everything from paneling to bathroom tiles. Here area few suggestions for painting common problem areas.PanelingTacky brown paneling is common in older homes. Nothing can make a room look smaller, d... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Inexpensive holiday decorating tips: 7 of 15
By shopping in the clearance section of stores and using your imagination, you can create elegant and tasteful table-scapes and centerpieces for holiday gatherings. Here are some useful tips:1. If you have a chance, just after the holiday season, pick up decorations like fake greenery, table linens, even dish sets for use th... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Debt Where to get debt consolidation services: 2 of 4
Try CCCS (Consumer Credit Counseling Services) they have branches all over the United States, and you can begin the process online. There are alot of other companies out there that will try to sell you their services, but the red flag is when they want you to put down a payment that they then "hold" until you complete their p... More..
Arts & Humanities > Middle Eastern History Hagia Sophia: 1 of 2
One of the most famous buildings in the world is the magnificent church, Hagia Sophia. It is a reminder of the lost Byzantine Empire, which once ruled much of Eastern Europe.Located in modern day Istanbul, Turkey, the original Hagia Sophia was a small wooden structure, built as one of many churches by the Emperor Constantine,... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette How to eat lobster: 1 of 2
Growing up in Maine, one of the greatest pleasures of summer is boiling up a big pot of live lobsters at a family picnic. Nothing taste so good as sweet lobster meat drowned in melted butter, followed by corn on the cob. Despite living in the state best known for its lobster, most Mainers only eat the delicacy once or twice ... More..