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Born in Ohio, then resided in Mississippi and Arkansas during childhood. Got hooked on traveling resulting in extensive travel of U.S. - Canada - Mexico - several different countries in Europe.

Kent State University B.F.A. - Was there on the infamous

May 4th

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Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) True gardening stories: Memories of a loved one and gardening: 1 of 23

Memories of a loved one were cultivated when I was forty one and a novice gardener. That was when I met Della Kuelke, who was a Master Gardener. One of the best things I learned from her is how gardening keeps a person humble. At eighty something, she'd been a part of the land since a very young age. She never presented hers...
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts Great gift ideas for seamstresses: 1 of 13

Here's an easy to make Christmas gift for a girlfriend, sister, or anyone who styles hair with a heated styling appliance a decorative, insulated storage case that cuts down on the clutter factor associated with using a hot iron. After using a hot iron, waiting for the cool down period often results in leaving an unruly work...
Politics, News & Issues > US Economy Should the federal government create an entity that will take over banks' bad debt?: 1 of 12

I believe George Will would apply the term "lemon socialism" to the idea of the federal government creating a bail out for the banks. Lobbyists may be asking for this kind of protection, but the bail out money would come from the taxpayers in the long run. If taxpayers support private enterprise, they should also receive div...
Sciences > Water & Oceanography The cause of rip currents and why they can be dangerous: 1 of 7

Step up on the boardwalk, and read the posting for the water conditions. Possible rip currents is all it says. Rip currents are easy to recognize, because they rip harshly across ankles and feet. I think I know this because one time I waded into a riptide off of the New Jersey coast near Atlantic City. Rips kind of sting whe...
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: True love: 8 of 49

True love can show up anywhere. My friend and real estate agent mentioned one time how buying a home is more than a cut and dried financial issue. Emotions play a large part of the process, too, she said. Her words of wisdom proved to be factual, if not prophetic. A sad love story emerged while researching the history of a h...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Pets & heaven: 3 of 17

The best times with mom happened where I moved about a two-hour drive from my hometown. Taking turns visiting back and forth, we shared my new life in the country. We took walks and napped in the neat sunroom my husband built onto his house for me. Most of mom's life was about sadness, and when she lost dad, her sadness grew...
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Best exercise for thigh reduction: 2 of 11

Best for thighs, calves, arms, stomach, neck and derriere and is gentle to the body Callanetics. More than a speedy return to my pre maternity wardrobe, Callan Pinckney's one-hour exercise program also kicked off a brand new facet of my life. When I saw her svelte figure on Good Morning America, I could hardly believe she wa...
Education > High School Humanities An inconspicuous asset: High School music programs: 1 of 5

An inconspicuous asset came in the form of support for the high school music program at Sebastion River High. Community involvement, and talented teachers can be an all around asset. A buzzword around Sebastion, The Prism Concert showed the results of the assets of many involved in the best musical programs I've ever seen. T...
Arts & Humanities > Making Art How to create works of art without knowing how to draw: 2 of 8

Monoprints This project is so simple, inexpensive, and so fun - even for grown-ups. After you try this project, you'll be able to find ideas for using this artistic method for multiple ideas, and general-purpose kid entertainment. Don't underestimate the sophisticated artwork that can be achieved with monoprints. Items you w...
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Do nice guys really finish last?: 15 of 59

Any woman who stays single for any amount of time eventually gains the wisdom to learn the value of a nice guy. That's one good reason not to get married too young. A lot of women go through a phase in which the mean, exciting bad-boy imagery is very alluring. There is a dramatic twist to these kinds of relationships, but it...