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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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Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: For my loving grandma: 2 of 23

What is the greatest thing about a grandmother? She is a force, a safe harbor, a fighter, a savior, and grace all rolled into one. For some she is the most gentle, kind and most loving, or can be the meanest, most distant, unforgiving, and loathed, but always a source of strength. The grandmother I knew lived in the woods an...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: How to stop smoking: 5 of 37

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...
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Fast ways to burn fat naturally: 3 of 12

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...
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures What happened with "being yourself"?: 9 of 34

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...
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Important women in American history: 5 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...
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Assessing whether deception is ever forgivable: 4 of 13

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...
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Are people inherently good?: 17 of 54

Are People Inherently Good? I believe we are all born with an innate sense of goodness. How we end up being good or bad, may or may not be a direct result of our upbringing. Many are born into a warm and loving environment, where instilling morals and values are the norm, while others are left out of that equation. Additiona...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Autumn: 14 of 43

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...
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Supply-side economics: Do lower taxes increase a country's economic health?: 5 of 15

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...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Food that makes me feel good: 10 of 29

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 ...