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My freelance writing work at Helium covers a broad spectrum, but my concentration is on business, technology, education, computer ethics, travel and have slowly ventured into the creative writing waters.

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Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Tips for saving with a money box or a piggy bank: 1 of 25
Saving with a money box or a piggy bank is a good way to put aside some money. As Ben Franklin once said "A penny saved is a penny earned". In today's world a penny saved here and there doesn't sound like much, especially with the cost of living continuously rising. Yet surprisingly enough you can accumulate significant amou... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends The long term implications of online social networking websites: 1 of 25
Social networking websites have emerged as high traffic areas on the web. Every day millions of users flock to participate on them for many reasons, whether it be to connect with old friends, make new ones or to simply interact with others who have shared interests. Social websites continue to surge in popularity and while t... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Has society become controlled by technology?: 3 of 72
Control is sometimes such a relative word, but when you evaluate the question of whether or not society has become controlled by technology, the answer is obvious, yes we have. It's not so much technology has become so developed that it makes decisions without human input and has "taken over" in that respect, it's more or le... More..
Arts & Humanities > Citizen Journalism Should bloggers and citizen journalists have an opportunity to get credentials so they can cover Congress the same way mainstream media journalists do?: 1 of 24
If bloggers and citizen journalists were given the opportunity to cover Congress, this might bring back some of the conventional coverage from days past and add some competition to the arena. Competition typically breeds quality. The media has become predictable, biased and is not as dynamic as it used to be. Sensationalism,... More..
Education > Distance Learning Pros and cons of distance education: 1 of 23
The educational environment has become very flexible and vibrant over the last decade. Each semester thousands of students flock to their colleges and enroll in distance learning courses. What started off as an innovative idea through utilizing video tape and Public Television programs (PBS) to bring learning to the student,... More..
Entertainment > Movies (Other) When parents bring underaged children to inappropriate movies: 2 of 44
It was a rare Friday night, the kids were home with their dad and I was looking forward to getting out for an evening of adult company with my mother as we headed off to the theatre to see "Titanic". The whole movie house is quietly engrossed in a scene between Jack and Rose and suddenly a little voice to the left of me chim... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Issues Advantages of the Internet: 1 of 22
Everywhere you turn today you're bound to see a computer present in some way, shape or form. It could be a cash register, in an office setting, as an ATM machine, or can even emerge in the shape of a parking meter. Computers have greatly enhanced society's way of life and increased expediency. The advantages afforded by the ... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Tips Basic tips on Internet safety: 1 of 22
The Internet has emerged as a primary way for people to communicate, access information, carry out transactions or to simply have fun. There are many advantages associated with Internet usage, but as with everything else in life, there are disadvantages which are usually a trade-off you have to concede to in order to gain th... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: New beginnings: 1 of 22
Yesterdays are gone Memories distant past Time to move on Those moments have passed A path to the future Journey still unknown Stumbling in search of clarity Of seeds yet unsown New beginnings Full of prospect and dreams With change comes great hope And nothing's as clear as it seems A new start beckons Its calling your name... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Baby shower ideas: 2 of 43
It is an exciting time when someone close to you is awaiting their little bundle of joy. As mama-to-be is waiting for the big day, you'll probably start thinking about throwing a baby shower. When planning a shower, there are lots of details to consider, but most of all you'll want to make it a special day everyone will reme... More..