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Michelle L. Devon is a four-book, multiple print and online published author, freelance writer and editor, award-winning poet and a professional dreamer...

With years of experiences in the advocacy and non-profit sector-victim advocacy, criminal justice advocacy,

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Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) The greatest comeback story: 5 of 193
There was little sound reaching my ears as I lay curled in a ball on the mattress in the corner of the little storage shed that had been my home for the prior three days. I held my hands over my belly, wondering what affect the lack of nourishment would have on the unborn baby growing inside. It was colder than usual for Apr... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues The problem with public education: 2 of 53
Currently, I home school my twelve year old son. Yet, just two years ago, you would have heard me say, "I don't think home schooling is the best choice for any child." In part, I still believe this. When the system works like it is supposed to, I do believe that a child attending a public or private school with other childre... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips The importance of editing: 1 of 25
If you are a writer, and especially if you are an experienced writer, you might wonder why you would want to consider having your writing professionally edited. I am a writer myself, and while I do self editing (read on for hints on how to self edit) on all of my writings, anything that I submit for consideration for print p... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Right here, waiting: 2 of 45
One Truth What kind of love is strong enough To stay through all the lies What kind of love lasts long enough To still hold you when you cry What kind of love would still reach out To show how strong love can be When you walked away, left only doubt In the wake of broken dreams One day this love will amaze you Maybe then you... More..
Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements How to know when you need a dietary supplement: 1 of 19
Dietary supplements are the newest rage on the health food and vitamins market. The problem is, dietary supplements are neither food nor vitamins, and they also are not medication. As such, dietary supplements are not controlled by the Food and Drug Administration and are usually not tested for efficacy, absorption, or to se... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Quick tips for spring cleaning: 1 of 18
Spring Cleaning Isn't the Only Spring Need for Your Home! Each season for your home comes with new responsibilities to prepare your home for the season. As the winter months fade away and spring blooms, these tips will keep your home and things in great shape for spring! Spring is springing, and the flowers will soon be bloo... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips Weight control tips for the holiday season: 1 of 18
Do you pig out at Christmastime? Overeating is frequently one of the top complaints about the holiday season. This article can help you enjoy all your favorite meals during Christmas without overeating! If you're like me, someone who struggles with weight, tries to eat a healthy diet, or perhaps you're also trying to maintai... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Should prayer be allowed in public and/or private schools?: 3 of 53
In 2005, a Coach at East Brunswick High School in New Jersey, after 23 years of praying with the students before a football game, a tradition passed down to him by the coach before him, was forced to resign after leading the students in prayer. The school district responded with the following quote: "If the kids want to pray... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Understanding copyright law: 1 of 15
The United States Copyright Office has a wealth of information about copyright laws and procedures, but the question still remains about whether or not you should register a copyright when you create something tangible that qualifies for a copyright. To determine this, let's first look at what the US Copyright Office says a ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing Generating ideas for online article writing: 1 of 15
As a freelance writer, I often find paying writer's jobs on the internet, and then I read the submission guidelines, check out what the site or publication has published in the past, and then research a bit and write a query or article and submit it on spec. It's relatively easy to decide what to write about when the publica... More..