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My main passion is writing, My day time job is a Realtor and I run a home Rehab business. I still have time to write through it all and I also have a book entitled

" Coping with divorce and finding your perfect mate". The book was mainly written for men going

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Society & Lifestyle > Gender Issues Assessing whether real men cry: 1 of 63
If a death or a birth cannot reduce a man to tears, is he really a man, or more over, a human? Real men are comfortable in their own skin, and need to prove nothing, to themselves or anyone else. When we are emotionally moved, we cry, if nothing but just a lump in the throat and a watering of the eye that trickles down the ch... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms To conform or not to conform?: 1 of 24
In general, conformity is a baseline in which to conduct yourself but it can be varied on a case by case basis. That's the great thing about conformity, it's not always static and it can be adjusted on the fly. Some people like rules so they can always be sure they are in line without having to think about things. Converse... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Is 40 really the new 30?: 6 of 115
As far as mindsets and health awareness goes, yes we are looking and feeling younger. I've always taken the ten years younger statement, which also applies to ages like 50 and 60, to mean we are more aware of how to take care of ourselves a little better. In fact it's to a point where age doesn't matter anymore in relationshi... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life Is it true that men do not do their share of housework?: 1 of 19
Man and women living under the same roof has advantages and I'd like to say more positives than otherwise. It's nice when no one has an expectation either way of the other as far as house work goes. In my past marriage (wonder why it's past) of 12 years I went through Conflict 101 daily with this house cleaning nonsense. I wa... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Can't African-Americans, Hispanic-Americans, etc., just be called Americans?: 4 of 74
Things can get a little ridiculous when it comes to placing labels on sectors of society and this hyphen thing is a good example. Being about close to 4 or so generations removed from where my people came from I would not bother calling myself a French-English American, that would be, well, um, stupid. Which brings to me the ... More..
Personal Finance > Mortgages & Home Loans The subprime mortgage market mess and what it means to you: 2 of 28
In the beginning, the media placed blame squarely on the lenders. The intellects of the industry finally spoke out and sited the truth that everyone involved was to blame for the sub prime free for all, including consumers. As a Realtor and at one time a loan officer, I have a keen insight on how things played out. It is real... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles The youth of today ... a lost generation?: 8 of 105
Today's youth are embarking on a new era of things the previous generation didn't have. Technology is moving so fast that changes the face of activities that our youth partake in. Even with all the new gadgets, games, cell phones and texting, our youth sometimes look to be a generation of the "bored". This is likely beca... More..
Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice Simple tips to prevent a DUI: 6 of 78
When "just don't drink" is obviously not an option. Like any good ole' boy, I like to have a few at the bar whether out with the guys or out with my wife. Let's face it, prohibition ended 70 years ago and I'm going to have a beer, no question about it. Luckily, so far, American states do not adopt a zero-tolerance for alcohol... More..
Business > Office Appropriate behavior at the company Christmas party: 2 of 26
When it comes Christmas parties, take a look around before you grab a drink. If the management is drinking bottled water it's time to be conservative, have a few drinks and leave the lamp shades where they belong. At most company parties you may be watched a bit by management and others, especially if you are new to the compa... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Summertime cruising: Convertible safety: 1 of 13
The drop top is not your Daddy's Buick and you'll find it's a loud, bright, beautiful, zestful, windy, car jacking world out there when the lid comes off of your car. Of course I had to say that last word no one wants to hear because that can potentially be your worst nightmare for an otherwise perfect day of motoring.When in... More..