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I am a 27 year college graduate, with a BA in History, a BA in Psychology, and an MA in Historic Preservation. As some people would say, I'm either overeducated or I have too much time on my hands.

My personal interests are NASCAR/auto racing, cars in general,

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Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Do you believe in love at first sight?: 10 of 93
Love at first sight is for people who still smile when they think of Ross and Rachel, or compare their latest boyfriend to Prince Charming from an animated movie. Love is based on a lot of things, and while looks/attraction is part of that, it is much more too.When we first meet someone, there is that instant attraction, that... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates How to impress a girl: 8 of 73
Some people say chivalry is dead. In this day and age that seems to be true most of the time. However, those men that demonstrate a little bit of politeness and chivalry are the guys that see their first date turn into a long term relationship. Chivalry means different things to different people, but what it all boils down to... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) What are the risk factors for gout?: 3 of 27
Gout is a condition where tissue around joints and tendons become inflamed. The disease itself causes the areas to expand and discharge a milky white fluid, and usually affect the big toe first. Symptoms of gout include a minor fever, and sudden pain, swelling, redness around the area, and stiffness in the joints. As with any... More..
Sports & Recreation > NASCAR NASCAR: What is the chase for the cup?: 1 of 9
Call it Matt Kenseth's fault. When he won his 2003 NASCAR Championship, he did so not by winning a lot of races, but because he stayed consistent. A string of top five and top ten finishes put him in Victory Lane at the end of the season, giving team owner Jack Roush his first NASCAR Cup Championship. NASCAR took one look at ... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Teen advice: What you need to know about losing your virginity: 1 of 9
The best advice adults often give to teens in regards to sex is, don't do it. That's not my own personal advice, but the way things seem to go. I remember my first class in sex education, where we had to have our parents sign a permission slip just to attend the course. Sadly several parents of my classmates didn't agree and ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Blogs & Online Writing Jobs Blogging as a career: 3 of 26
The other day I stumbled across a website where the owner was making over $5,000 every month just based on one blog alone. That article made me stop and think. Then I realized that there are people out there who are making a living as a blog owner and I wanted to know how exactly they did it. After all, I have my own blog, bu... More..
Style & Beauty > Perfumes & Fragrances Positive emotional effects of body fragrance: 7 of 60
Over a decade has passed since I last dated a man who wore Nautica cologne, yet every time that familiar scent wafts into my nose, I get a smile on my face. That particular brand of cologne was very popular at the time, but it wasn't the multitude of men who wore the scent that kept it in my mind, it was only one. His name wa... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement How to prepare for retirement: 5 of 42
Planning for retirement is important at any age. When we're in our twenties, retirement seems something too far in the future to plan for, and by the time we hit our forties, it seems closer but not as important. For many people, planning doesn't start until they're in their fifties and retirement is right around the corner. ... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Commentary Are online daters real couples?: 4 of 33
Sarah met James online and it was love at first cyber-sight. The two made plans to chat every night, eventually leading to phone calls and even video chats. She ignored all her friends, spent most of her time talking to him and ignored everyone who tried to fix her up with other men. The thought of dating never even crossed h... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Should Paris Hilton profit from media interest in her jail-time reflections?: 12 of 96
I remember a time in the not too distant past, where the name "Hilton" meant little more than the name of a hotel chain, or for some, a reminder of Liz Taylor's sordid love life. I don't know when it happened, but somehow Paris Hilton became a celebrity.She is famous for doing nothing; her singing is sub-par, her acting is aw... More..