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Engaging the interest and imagination of an unseen audience is what Marie Hurley strives for each time she sits down to write.

Published in newspapers and journals she enjoys sharing what she has learned from more than twenty-five years international experience

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Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues About PETA's "A-Team": 1 of 7
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, PETA, is an organization attempting to radically change the way humanity thinks about and interacts with animals. They are advocates for animal rights and the A-Team is one of many ways in which people who support their cause can participate. A-Team projects are designed for indiv... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption How to end animal homelessness: 4 of 27
Perfectly healthy dogs and cats all over the world are being euthanized daily. Homeless cats turn feral threatening local wildlife and homeless dogs wander the streets getting into garbage bins and being knocked down in traffic. Why do so many of these once loved pets end up homeless and how do we end the escalating problem?... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Reasons not to drive: 3 of 20
In a world where the first question you are asked is not whether you drive but what you drive being a non-driver singles you out as an individual who knows their own mind. Non-drivers understand there are many good reasons to not be the person behind the wheel. SAVING MONEY It is not only gas prices that continue to rise. In... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Training & Riding Horseback riding: How to post the trot: 2 of 13
Sitting in the saddle for long periods of trotting is exceptionally tiring not only for the rider, but for your horse as well. Learning to post to the trot benefits horses and riders on the long trails as well as the beginner rider just getting the feel for this bouncy two-beat gait. In the trot the horse moves opposite diag... More..
Business > Human Resources Tips for dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace: 3 of 19
Sexual harassment usually occurs where the balance of power is unequal and while most complaints are made by women it is not confined to women as victims. The consequences of sexual harassment in the workplace can be devastating for the individual and create a hostile environment where others also suffer. Although management... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Cats who act like dogs: 3 of 19
Chloe was the most dog-like cat I have ever encountered. Being a confirmed 'dog person' my experience with cats was limited to short periods of time when visiting friends and family with cats. Although they were all very nice cats they seemed to support the old adage that people own their dogs, but cats own their people. My ... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving 7 tips on saving money: 25 of 151
Saving money is never easy. Most people only do it if they have money "left over". If you find saving difficult, here are 7 tips that will help you save. 1. Make saving a regular part of your life. Decide an amount that is reasonable to put aside from your pay check every time you get paid. Start small so that you do not fee... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training Dog training basics: The "heel" command: 1 of 6
When a dog walks at heel he walks with his head level with your leg. An untrained dog will pull on the leash and every distraction will have them heading off tugging their owner along behind them. Training your dog to heel is best done before they are fully grown and have the strength to drag you around. A puppy as young as ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Australian Cattle Dog: 1 of 6
The Australian Cattle Dog, also known as the Blue Heeler or Queensland Heeler, is unsurpassed in their ability to work cattle. Affectionately termed a made-up breed it was intentionally bred in the mid 19th century to be the ultimate dog to work both domestic and wild cattle. According to the writings of Robert Kaleski, who ... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Training & Riding How to mount a horse: 1 of 6
Mounting a horse can be quite an amusing time, for onlookers that is. Have you seen the leg up method where a friend gives the person a boost and the person ends up on the ground on the other side of the horse. Funny ... as long as it's not you. Then there's the tragic moments when the long suffering beginner's mount stands ... More..