About me - Susan Kliebenstein

Born in Iowa in 1949 I grew up in a small town with three older brothers. My early religious education was in a Congregational church, but by the time I was 17, I had chosen to become a Roman Catholic. I attended colleges in Minnesota, attaining a BS teaching

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Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss How you deal with death

There are many facets to the problem of dealing with death. From the anticipation of death, to the physical process of dying, to the grief of loved ones left behind, it all seems quite unpleasant. And yet it is a universal part of life. No one gets away from it. Everyone will die. Perhaps it's time to face these issues with ...

Health & Fitness > Kids Nutrition How to get kids to eat their vegetables

From artichoke to zucchini there are literally hundreds of vegetables, many varieties of each, and thousands of recipes for their preparation. Is it possible that kids can dislike them all? Or is it just the idea that they are "vegetables" that they dislike. Maybe we should avoid calling them vegetables when children are pre...

Computers & Technology > Web Design Guide to building a website

The world wide web is an enormously diverse place. It's a place where people interact on many levels. Some are making statements, others are selling their widgets, collaborating, playing games, sending mail, sharing pictures and music, getting educated, dating, dieting, reading and writing! What a place! So now you think you...

Health & Fitness > Therapy & Counseling Should there be a link between spirituality and psychiatry?

The National Institutes for Health defines psychiatry as the branch of medicine that deals with identifying, studying, and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. It should be noted that considerable effort has been appropriately expended in an effort to define what is disorder, and what is not. The October 200...

Parenting & Pregnancy > Childhood Development How to get your child to eat vegetables

Getting children to eat vegetables is a challenge for nearly every parent. Children who just naturally gravitate to vegetable eating are a rare breed. If you've got one, appreciate and encourage him or her! As for the rest of us, here are a dozen tips and tricks that might help. 1. Start early with the baby and don't give up...

Food & Drink > Drinks (Other) Simple hangover cures

The best cure for a hangover is to stop over-indulging in alcohol. It's a permanent solution to an age old problem and it works within 48 hours every time. But if you're looking for something a little less drastic there are several approaches you can take. - 1. You can treat your hangover with fluids and an over-the-counter ...

Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health An overview of the BARF diet for dogs

Looking for a better diet for your dog or cat? The BARF diet is recommended by many vets and breeders. Simply stated it's a diet of "Bones and Raw Food." The diet's originator, Dr. Ian Billinghurst used a more sophisticated description, "Biologically Appropriate Raw Food." Which ever way you spell it out it is probably super...

Food & Drink > Meat How to cook country fried steak

Country fried steak is a Southern favorite prepared with gravy and traditionally served with mashed potatoes. Here's a recipe for the steak and gravy. You will need: Large, heavy skillet Tenderized cube steak, round steak, or sirloin 2 medium onions, sliced 1/2 cup of cooking oil 1 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 c. flour 2 teaspoon salt...

Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Thoughts on being gay

I think living well as a gay person is all about getting the spiritual issues worked out. The church has been the primary oppressor of gay people throughout the last several centuries and now even people who claim not to believe in hell will sometimes boldly proclaim that gay men and lesbians are surely going there. Even the...

Health & Fitness > Health Care Tips for preparing for a hospital stay

If you have the luxury of preparing for a hospital stay, make sure to use it to full advantage. Too often one wakes up feeling terrible and goes to the hospital unexpectedly due to a sudden illness or accident. Those things can't be helped, though there are some things that can minimize the distress even then. It is wise at ...


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