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I am a wife, mother, and grandmother. I live in the country in Queensland, Australia with my husband, two lively dogs, and lovable Dexter cattle herd.

I have always loved the written word, and I have just finished writing a book. It has been my labor of love

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Arts & Humanities > Origins & Firsts in History Australian inventions and inventors: 1 of 1
Australians have always been an inventive group of people, always willing to take a risk and go the extra mile for the cause. Some of the fantastic inventions that originated in Australia are well worth noting here.The Boomerang was the first notable Aussie invention developed by the Australian Aborigines. Although similar we... More..
Pets & Animals > Birds Endangered bird species: Orange bellied Parrot: 1 of 1
The Orange-bellied Parrot is a small grass parrot native to coastal south-eastern Australia. It is a brightly colored bird, with a grass green back and head, bright blue wings and a yellow breast with a vivid orange patch on its belly. It has a distinctive alarm call, quite different from other parrots. This parrot is a migra... More..
Arts & Humanities > Origins & Firsts in History The history of the written word: 1 of 1
I love searching around in second-hand bookshops that specialize in buying and selling quality out of print, old and interesting books. These shops are a bookworm's delight, simply crammed to the ceiling with not just any books - dusty old tomes, classics, poetry and plays penned centuries ago. I started wondering about the o... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Dusting tips to make life easier: 10 of 19
I really do love a tidy, clean house. I like to walk in the door at any time and feel happy that my house is spotless. It makes me feel so good.I am also an addict of the Speed Cleaning' method of housekeeping. I have devised several ways to cut my house cleaning time without cutting down on efficiency of cleaning. That way, ... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: How to encourage teens to drive safely: 13 of 24
In order for your teenagers to become safe drivers, good driving skills should start early in life. Proud parents point out the traffic lights to their offspring, teaching them to recognize red, amber and green, and encouraging them to say the names of the colors as the lights change. Next come reading and numbers lessons as ... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Home: 15 of 27
The dirt track looks like a road to nowhere, but if you follow it as it winds lazily past the dams and green fields and around the bend you will come upon a wondrous sight. Half way up the green valley an old homestead nestles into the hillside, peacefully serene.Beside the main house is a small building about the size of a c... More..
Sciences > Water & Oceanography The basic properties of water: 5 of 9
What is the water cycle? The water cycle describes the existence and movement of water on, in, and above the earth. The water cycle has no starting point, but it is in the oceans where most of Earth's water exists. Even though the balance of water on Earth stays fairly constant, individual water molecules can come and go at w... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Top 2008 spring fashion trends for women: 8 of 14
Top fashion houses around the world are predicting the look' for spring fashion 2008.In Canada the look' is bold, beautiful, and fabulous. The Safari look with jungle animal prints leopard, zebra and giraffe teamed with cargo shorts and safari jackets in earthy colors. Metallic is also the go with slinky chrome bathing suits,... More..
Health & Fitness > Childhood Disorders Helping your child with separation anxiety: 4 of 7
There are many reasons that may cause separation anxiety in children. These include time away from parents, illness, tiredness, starting day care or school, divorce or insecurity.Separation anxiety in babies can be quite daunting for first-time parents. When you bring your child home from the hospital, unless there are medica... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Getting the kids to help you organize: 9 of 15
I have always been a Family Day Care mum, right from when my three girls were small. They have grown up with a house full of children and laughter, and as a result they learned at an early age the skills of organization. They were always ready with helpful suggestions when I was planning the day's activities. When they came h... More..