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My name is Ja, and I live in Indiana. I enjoy writing and reading about most everything, but my favorite topics and current events, philosophy, and social studies.

I like to write here, at Helium, to practice writing about many different subjects,

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Politics, News & Issues > Justice System Assessing the death penalty: 55 of 97

According to the Death Penalty Information Center in the United States, "More than 118 people have been exonerated from death row since 1972, including 21 from the state of Florida and 18 from the state of Illinois." With this information alone, the process would seem to be a bit flawed, don't you think? My personal opinions...
Relationships & Family > Crisis Support (Other) Advice on emergency preparedness: 11 of 17

I believe that it is always a good idea to be prepared in case of the untimely event of an emergency. some of the things you can do before an emergency occurs are to purchase a first aid kit, a kit with water and food in case of a natural disaster, and create a clear evacuation plan in case for you and your family in case yo...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Human imperfection: 87 of 121

Imperfection can also mean perfection! Sound odd? Well, I am pretty sure that if you are reading this, than you are human. Being human does mean that we all have imperfections, and some of these imperfections that we have are a part of our journey in life to correct or improve. For example, I am a procrastinator. Yes, I admi...
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips Diet tips for the sensible dieter who wants to succeed: 16 of 17

I don't think that I have went through one single day without hearing at least 10 advertisements about dieting! Either they want to sell you a "program" or a pill that will make you drop the unwanted weight off, quickly and easily. I have tried many plans before, and even a few of the "diet pills". And in the end, I either h...
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Why you should vote in the next election and why it's worth it: 41 of 41

Well, it's almost here...tomorrow is election day for mid-term. Ever since I could vote, I did. I also encouraged and often probably got on many people's nerves, to get out there and vote! I remember begging my mother, who had not voted in years, to change her ways, and start voting! And she did. She has kept on voting, each...