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I was born in a small town in Massachusetts near Cape Cod. I have lived, worked and studied throughout the United States and Costa Rica. From my diverse studies and cultural background of Romany, I draw on my own life experiences as a wellspring of insight

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Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Important women in American history: 2 of 17
On July 13th in 1848, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and four women friends began a discussion concerning their discontent with the limitations placed on their own situations. They were the first to plan and carry out a large-scale program which would benefit society by allowing women to play more active roles. Elizabeth Cady Stanto... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Fast ways to burn fat naturally: 3 of 18
Fast Ways to Burn Fat Naturally. The key to weight loss includes a sensible eating plan in conjunction with moderate exercise and drinking lots of water. We all know eating sensibly means cutting back on fat and reducing sugar intake. For those of us struggling to lose weight this seems easier said than done. Keeping in mind... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: How to stop smoking: 8 of 39

How to Stop Smoking Cigarettes We all know why we should stop smoking including all the health benefits of quitting, but for most the how to stop is tricky to say the least. I have been addicted to cigarettes since the day I was born. Growing up I do not recall noticing my parents smoke, however I do remember when they final... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Assessing whether deception is ever forgivable: 4 of 18
Deception and Forgiveness When we are deceived in one way or another, we feel betrayed. Be it in the form of cheating, misleading or stealing, our first thoughts or feelings may be anger followed by hate and revenge. Embarrassment, heartache, and just plain feeling like a fool can take you by surprise and the loss of control... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Supply-side economics: Do lower taxes increase a country's economic health?: 5 of 21
In my opinion, as seen by the budget cuts while Mitt Romney held office of Governor of the State of Massachusetts I would have to say no. Lower taxes do not increase a country's economic health. In fact, evidence of the opposite effect has obviously become apparent since then. Lowering taxes equals budget cuts. Look at an ex... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures What happened with "being yourself"?: 11 of 46
What ever happened to "being yourself " ? The media, books, magazines, peer pressure, and cultural norms have all had a major impact on knowing how to be you. Is it any wonder children are rebelling at an earlier age than they did fifty years ago? We are all trying to figure out how to be ourselves despite the constant bomba... More..
Arts & Humanities > Arts & Humanities (Other) Traumatic public speaking experiences, for speakers and listeners: 5 of 18
Traumatic public speaking experiences for speakers and listeners I Dropped the Index Cards You just mention the words public speaking and my heart begins to palpitate, I get hot flashes, and am ready to run to the nearest bus and possibly jump under it. I can remember as far back as early childhood to the trauma of having to... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Views on abortion: 65 of 223
Partial Birth Abortion Introduction: Partial birth abortion or "intact dilatation and extraction" refers to a specific procedure comprised of the following elements. Deliberate dilation of the cervix, usually over a sequence of days; instrumental or manual conversion of the fetus to a footling breech; breech extraction of th... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Food that makes me feel good: 10 of 31
A Passion for Chocolate What is the first thing a woman craves when she is feeling the least bit down? Why do you suppose people buy billions of pounds of chocolate for Valentine's Day, Christmas, Mothers Day, birthdays and the like? Chocolate is not just for Valentine's Day any more. The grand champion of all comfort foods ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Autumn: 14 of 42
In the fall of the year as summer days go by with colors that surround us and fade with each passing day, a reminiscence of declining youth is ever-present. Leaves of summer that once filled trees like young hearts filled with love, litter pathways with vanishing memories of scattered hopes and dreams whirled by winds of tim... More..