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I am a full time mom to three wonderful little girls and am celebrating ten years of marriage to my husband, Jim. We tend to move around a lot and writing is my way of staying grounded.

This year I took on the role of Girl Scout Leader to my oldest daughter's

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Hobbies & Games > Board Games How to win at Monopoly: 2 of 38
Ah, Monopoly. That luck-based game that goes on for hours and hours with seemingly no end in sight. In our house if you go for no holds barred, ruthless domination the game can take about 45 minutes. If you have to 'play nice' it can take forever. A lot of players have house rules that make the game more 'fair' but it's also ... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Saving money on your Walt Disney World trip: 1 of 17
Walt Disney World is credited as being the most visited and biggest recreational resort in the entire world. The Magic Kingdom alone claims the number one spot on the world list of theme parks, clocking in at 17 million visitors in 2007. Droves of tourists flock to this magical wonderland year after year, contributing to the ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why you should avoid gifts and toys that say "Assembly required": 1 of 16
Isn't it obvious? 'Assembly required' means you have to put something together before it can be used. Christmas morning is often a hectic, fast-paced, action-packed frenzy of present opening excitement. It's bad enough that you can't install a single battery in a toy without unscrewing the battery compartment anymore. Do you ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Harry Potter: Theories on what will happen in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: 2 of 29
Since Dumbledore was hit with Snape's unforgivable Killing Curse in The Half Blood Prince there are still many people who believe that the great wizard is not really dead. It is painfully obvious at the end of Book 6 that Harry believes Dumbledore is dead, not the least of which is that he saw Snape kill him in cold blood wit... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to know when it is time to put a dog to sleep: 1 of 14
You've raised your dog from fumbling, adorable puppy to loyal, loving companion. From the small ball of fluff that you painstakingly taught where their bathroom was to the beautful dog who would sooner rupture their bladder than soil your carpet. The one constant who was there when you bought your first house, brought home th... More..
Arts & Humanities > Middle Ages Biography: Henry VIII: 1 of 12
Henry VIII (1491-1547) was not born to be king, however he remains one of the most well-known British monarchs of all time. A second-born son to Henry VII and Elizabeth of York, Henry was originally raised for a position within the Church while his older brother Arthur was groomed to be the ruler of England. Destiny, however,... More..
Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice Tips for choosing a Disney World resort: 1 of 12
To truly experience the magic of Disney World nothing beats staying on property and completely immersing yourself in the splendor of it all. The beauty of staying at one of Disney's 23 unique resorts is not limited to simply having a place to rest your head at night either. Benefits including extra time in the theme parks whe... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends The Sci-Fi Channel's best shows: 1 of 12
With so many great Sci-Fi Channel shows to choose from it's a good thing we live in a world with DVRs. Sci-Fi produces high quality television entertainment all year long with their rotating series and thrilling, fantastical mini-series. Currently some old favorites that are beginning their latest seasons are Battlestar Galac... More..
Pets & Animals > Rodents What to do when hamsters give birth: 1 of 9
Ah, the miracle of life. Nothing is more rewarding (and educational) then seeing it for yourself. Animals all have their different ways of giving birth and care for their newborns. If you're an owner of a pregnant pet you'll want to know the proper way to care for her and her young. You need to know when to step in and when t... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History The six wives of Henry VIII: 2 of 15
Henry VIII (1491-1447). His portrait is one of the most recognized of the kings of England. His brutality during the Protestant Reformation is legendary. He produced three legitimate heirs that each made their own significant mark in history. Henry VIII is quite possibly the most famous king in all of English history - but no... More..