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Mel is a full-time freelance writer who's written web pages, guides, e-courses, articles, and product descriptions, as well as ghostwriting a whole stack of books on a wide range of topics. Mel is the author of The Ultimate Copywriter, Travel Writing Secrets,

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods How far should you push your children to succeed?: 14 of 144

Most children need rules, guidelines, advice and steering in the right direction. The tricky part is how to know whether you're pushing them into doing something or giving them the guidance they need to get there on their own. Parents want the very best for their children. In many cases they want their children to have acces...
Health & Fitness > Depression Countering depression without using prescription medication: 1 of 9

Want to get rid of the blues? Here are five ways to do it that won't cost you a penny! 1. Find Your Flow These days tennis balls travel so fast that top-flight professional players can't even see them. They react instinctively, a result of hours of practice and intensive training. Sports psychologists call it getting in The ...
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Tips on how to write articles faster: 1 of 9

If you want to write articles faster, you have to have a plan, a formula for success, and you need to stick to your plan with determination and single-mindedness. The following eight points will help you work your way through the day in a smooth, efficient manner: 1. Make A Plan Decide how many articles you want to write in ...
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing Examples of metaphors and how to use them: 4 of 28

A metaphor is a word that directly links two seemingly unrelated things, like God and a fortress as in "a mighty fortress is our God". Metaphors are figures of speech used in poetry and various other types of creative writing. They're employed in the same way as similes, but without the words "like" or "as". One of the most ...
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Should chaining dogs outdoors be legal?: 3 of 18

In legal terms, a dog is the property of its owner. On the one hand, he has the right to do with it as he sees fit. On the other hand, a dog is a sentient being that deserves to be treated with proper care and diligence. So is chaining a dog outdoors acceptable at some times and not at others? Here's a typical example of how...
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing The advantages of writing in the morning: 1 of 6

Some writers prefer to write in the morning because it’s the only time in the day they have completely to themselves. It also gives them that rare opportunity to just sit and write, without having to worry about mundane tasks like shopping, paying the bills, or what’s on the menu for the evening meal. Ray Bradbur...
Entertainment > Music Education The legacy of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: 2 of 10

Mention the name "Mozart" almost anywhere in the world and you get instant recognition. And that should come as no great surprise. Mozart began writing pieces for the keyboard at the age of five and churned out masterpiece after masterpiece until his untimely death at the tender age of 35. In all, Mozart composed more than 6...
Entertainment > Music Education Approaching the study of the piano: 1 of 5

Despite all the technology around us, the piano remains one of the most popular instruments for people of all ages and walks of life. But what do you need to know if you decide you want to start learning to play this magnificent instrument? It goes without saying that you need a piano, some form of tuition, and dedication. N...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Winter: 40 of 189

Winter Packaging Freezing rain shrink-wraps lofty spruce trees, Bends birches back, unable to bear the icy burden, Spreads shrubs sideways, makes driveways rinks, The whole world weighted down, waiting for Deliverance; Yesterday's snow glazed over and preserved, Hiding in its crusty crunchy shell, Wrapt in transitional medit...
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Giving and generosity: 2 of 9

Is it better to give than to receive? The simple answer is “yes” – and here’s the reason why: "A generous man will himself be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor." -Proverbs 22:9 Generosity isn’t just a pair of trousers we put on when the mood takes us. It’s a way of life, a...