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I like to talk therefore I must write when there is noone to listen. I have a Bachelors degree in Religious Humanities, an Associate of Chaplaincy, and an Associate of Electricity. I have published several articles throughout my life and have many in print.

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Home & Garden > Electrical Repairs How to wire a dimmer switch: 1 of 7
Before attempting to replace a regular toggle light switch with a dimmer switch there are a few steps you must take. First thing to do is to make sure the light switch controls a light and not a receptacle. Using dimmer switches on receptacles can cause serious overloading based on what is plugged in. Also, dimmers reduce vo... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Dealing with severe flood damage: 1 of 7
Lessening the chances of damage in a flood, called mitigation, is the first step in dealing with flood damage. It is in this stage one should do what can be done to prevent any damage. In the mitigation stage a person could do things like make sure the outside of your home has dirt sloping away from the foundation to carry r... More..
Sciences > Mathematics Finding math in ancient architecture: 1 of 7
Mathematics and architecture go together since both share in the search for order and beauty. Mathematics is needed in order to have understanding of structural concepts and calculations. Architecture is the putting together of something no matter how complex into a form that is aesthetically pleasing to the senses. Geometry... More..
Autos > Cars Defining automotive empowerment: 1 of 7
Automotive empowerment is a relatively new term for some of us but an essential one for sure. Automotive empowerment is we as individuals learning enough about our cars in order to make informed decisions about the maintenance and upkeep of them. There are so many new products now that claim to increase fuel mileage, increas... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: How I raised my credit score: 2 of 12
Raising your credit score is not as crucial as some may have you to believe. However, if you are planning on making some future purchase like a house or car your credit score can help to determine the interest rate and whether someone will lend you the money. The number is not the only thing that is looked at when you apply ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Tips for installing gutters: 1 of 6
So, you need to either replace or install gutters on your home. This is not a very complicated job even though it sounds as if it is quite extraordinary. There are a couple of decisions that have to be made before you can install it though. First you will need to decide if you are going to use pvc or metal guttering. Vinyl g... More..
Pets & Animals > Ferrets How to litter box train a ferret: 1 of 6
Many people think that litter training a ferret is a piece of cake or a walk in the park and sometimes this may be the case but not all the time. A kit is taught by its mother to use one specific place for a bathroom and to faithfully return to this spot. If it a kit is removed from its mother before this process has taken p... More..
Sciences > Sciences (Other) Do we have to think scientifically to find the truth?: 3 of 17
In finding the truth does a person have to follow the guidelines of the scientific process? Well, the answer is no. The scientific process is set up to provide an accurate way to prove a hypothesis. Does this mean that every answer gained through the scientific process is true? I should think not. Truth is what we see, hear,... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Atheism & Agnosticism How technology promotes atheism and agnosticism: 3 of 16
I don't get it, most, geeks, atheists? I have been around and have been considered a geek for about 40 years now and this statement is out there. As far as me, and my friends, being geeks that is true; but, the atheist thing is a little off base. I can't speak for everyone but I am sure there are some other professional type... More..
Personal Finance > Home Insurance Homeowners insurance: How much liability coverage is enough?: 1 of 5
There is really no way to define enough liability coverage on your homeowner's policy. Most policies come with a standard coverage of $100,000. Is this enough? It is very hard to tell since you have no way of knowing what will happen in the future. There are a few things to consider when deciding on the limit or amount of yo... More..