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I've been freelancing for over 50 years. I have been published in a psychology journal, a national home magazine, and a poetry anthology, among others. My first rhymed verse was published in the school paper when I was in the third grade, and I have been writing

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Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Which dog breed makes the best pet?: 1 of 58
This article is to be used as a reference guide to 90 dog breeds listed in alphabetical order. I have separated dogs into six main categories that group the breeds according to what they were originally bred to do. If you have some idea of the kind of dog you want, go to that category and see if any of the traits is a deal-b... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving The basics of personal budgeting: 1 of 51
Use a personal budget for gaining control of your spending habits, getting out of debt, saving for your future, and investing!This process is not for the big investors nor for those who are filing bankruptcy. It's for people who are making "enough," but they are not making their money work for them. 1): No matter what your in... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles How to understand men: 1 of 50
With a B.A. in psychology, the wisdom that comes with age, plus experiencing two marriages over 40 years, I think I have gained some knowledge of men.The old biblical saying is that women should "honor" their husbands and husbands should "love" their wives. I think, "to honor" means "to respect." That could be an important, a... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium How to rate a Helium article: 1 of 31
Helium's exclusive rating system creates a unique writing site. People come to read, most frequently, fact-based, informative topics. A search of approximately 100,000 titles leads them to view the top-rated five articles under each title. Those five appear there because they were "voted" the most deserving by thousands of wr... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium Earning writing stars on Helium: 1 of 29
One of Helium's rewards for its writers is its star system: blue for writing and gold for rating. Writers earn peer recognition, a sense of accomplishment, and money when they have these little "status symbols" by their names.Remember the thrill when you earned a "star" on your school paper? We never outgrow that thrill.Heliu... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Is TV's Dog the Bounty Hunter's Duane Chapman a racist?: 1 of 26
Does using the "n" word automatically classify one as a racist? I have heard people say things in the heat of anger that I am sure did not represent their "true natures."Does Duane "Dog" Chapman believe he is superior in character or ability to anybody else because of his race? No.Dog knows his roots. Dog was a former gang me... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium How to write articles of sustaining value at Helium: 1 of 26
Helium has become a competitive site for readers who want fact-based, knowledge articles - not Q & A stuff, not chatter or retorts to questions, not opinions - but information that will help them in their daily lives. Follow the money. Which articles earn the most pay from advertising revenues, sale of stock content, and ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to care for a dog: 1 of 25
This is similar to preparing someone for a new baby. It can sound so overwhelming to a new dog owner that they will simply say, "Forget it." But preparing for a "new family member" is logical and practical. Simply take it one step at a time, and it all becomes second-nature as you develop a relationship together. I did dog ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Views on abortion: 9 of 223
Abortion vs. Forced Pregnancy. This is the real issue.This argument hasn't changed in 40 years. Women may have more options than ever before, but unexpected and unwanted pregnancies have occurred since the beginning of time.Is there a 100% foolproof method of birth control? I don't think so. And even if there is one for the e... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds What should the Obama family look for in a new pet dog?: 1 of 24
Since Obama's older daughter, Malia, 10, is known to be allergic to dogs, the Obama family needs a hypoallergenic, child-friendly breed.Being in the White House with lots of visitors and commotion, the dog should be easy-going and friendly with strangers, unlike Barney the WH terrier that recently bit a reporter.Hypoallergeni... More..