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I have been writing professionally for the last 4 years, however, my passion for this profession stretches back to my childhood, when I wrote my first short story. I've had my work published in telecommunications and travel/leisure magazines, and also worked

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Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Is George Bush an able commander-in-chief for the US military?: 1 of 23
When George W. Bush became President six years ago, I thought he was the right guy at the right time. After eight years of Bill Clinton and the way he treated the military, having someone who seemed to appreciate the armed forces was a much needed breath of fresh air.It didn't take long to see this loyalty put to the test. Af... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy What you can do to save money on gas: 3 of 51
With gas prices at an all-time high, we all want to know what we can do to save a little cash on gas. While there's not much we can do about the price of gas these days, there are ways we can go about getting more miles out of our gallon gas.One solution is to ditch the SUV or Hummer, or anything with a V8 engine in favor of ... More..
Autos > Gas & Oil Servicing When to change the oil in your car: 1 of 17
Changing the oil and oil filter every 3,000 miles is a simple and inexpensive way to extend the life of your engine. Simply put, oil is the lifeblood of an engine. Your car needs a certain amount of it in order to function. When clean, it can keep internal engine parts in prime working condition. This is something that become... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Hometowns: 2 of 16
In a few weeks I will be going home. Back to my home state. Back to my hometown. It's been awhile now. Over two years since I have seen the streets that defined my childhood and shaped my adolesence. I am a different person now, but at my core, I still remember who I am and where I came from, even though I left under a cloud ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood How to tell if you are ready for fatherhood: 4 of 16
Contrary to popular belief, there is more to fatherhood than just being a sperm donor. Criteria for being a good father is similar to being a good husband - a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to put others above your own needs, and most, of all, patience.I chose to write on this topic because I am a proud father of a... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization How to find your true passion: 35 of 108
The quest to discover life's one true passion can prove to be elusive for some. If you're lucky, it's a mystery that reveals itself early to the ambitious and the earnest. Others may not figure it out until well after the turblence of adolescence has passed. Finally, there are others who may stumble upon it years later, when ... More..
Autos > Engine Repair What you need to know before you bring your car in for engine repair: 2 of 6
If you have come to a point where your car requires servicing, there are a few things you can do to put yourself in the driver's seat(insert cheap laugh here) when it comes time to hand over the keys.For starters, why are you bringing in your car? What does it need? Try to find out as much as you can first. Give the car a tho... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Working Parents Tips for avoiding neglect of your marriage when you have a job: 6 of 15
There exists a fine line between obligation and obssession when it comes to a career. This point of view usually holds true when it comes to the primary breadwinner in the family. Not long ago, there once was a time when this applied only to men. However, with women more career driven than ever these days, the same can now be... More..
Relationships & Family > New & Old Friends Harsh realities: Outgrowing friendships: 50 of 124
Outgrowing a friendship is an inevitable fact of life. Let's face it, it's bound to happen to all of us at some point in our lives. There are a variety of factors - some we can control, some we cannot - that help facilitate this cycle of change in our lives.Like most other people that have written on this topic, I felt compel... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Some easy ways to reduce stress: 12 of 28
Stress is an unavoidable force in today's non-stop lifestyle. It can be the result of unreasonable demands being placed on us, either by us or by others. Stress can be espeically aggravating when things don't go our way, and we don't leave enough "wiggle room" in our day for error.What some people may not be aware of is that ... More..