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Holly is working on her first novel, a thriller about just how many skeletons one family can hide in the closet. Educated at the University of North Texas, she used her degree in Social Work in a variety of settings, from Parole to AIDS clients to helping

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Personal Finance > Taxes Common tax deductions for individuals: 6 of 15
There are several deductions that individual taxpayers can take. The IRS even has a guide to help you discover what these deductions are and whether or not you can apply them to your income. They even tell you which filing forms you will need to have if you visit their website www.irs.gov.An Individual Retirement Account [IRA... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Law & Justice (Other) Why having a national health care system is a responsible idea rather than a socialist one: 2 of 5
It is a responsible idea to have National Health Care Coverage if and ONLY if:* we can find a way to cut the severe malpractice insurance premiums physicians are forced to pay because of frivolous lawsuits and enormous out of court settlements made by insurance companies;* we can find a way to make the cost of medical school ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Police & Prisons Should all sex offenders have to register: 8 of 19
As a former Parole Officer who worked with Sexual Offenders and Sexual Predators I am a strong advocate for the registration for ALL types of sexual offenders.Allow me to dispel some misconceptions many people unfamiliar with the criminal justice system have:* When considering whether or not to file "Statutory Rape" or Sexual... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections on real life heroes: 79 of 169
My husband is my hero because he was honest enough with me to tell me NO one can protect me as well as I can protect myself. He taught me a skill set, a philosophy, a way of life. I knew he could shoot, he was a cop after all. That skill is part of the job description. He taught me gun safety. He taught me how to aim and fire... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) Ways for siblings to divide an inheritance: 24 of 50
In an ideal world, all adult siblings would love one another, want to be fair in the division of their parent's estate, and put their siblings' emotional well-being ahead of any material concerns. Unfortunately, few of us live in an ideal world. None of us live in a world where the offensive sibling [if you're very lucky, it'... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Accessories Ideal gifts for dogs: 7 of 14
I have three of the sweetest canine children any person could ever hope to have, so I am always on the lookout for toys and products with which to pamper my "babies".Of course when one baby is a 120 lb. Lab and another is an 85 lb, 7 mo. old Puppy; the toys have to be durable, no, make that indestructible! Luckily, I have fou... More..
Personal Finance > Taxes Deducting health medical expenses for tax purposes: 1 of 2
The Internal Revenue Service can be your best friend when you are wanting information about what health/medical/dental expenses you can and cannot deduct from your income when you file your tax forms. You can access information by visiting their website at www.irs.gov. Once you are on that site, you want to go to Publication ... More..
Personal Finance > Taxes Key deductions for individual tax payers: 1 of 1
The best source for reliable information on legitimate tax deductions is the agency charged with collecting taxes from the populace: the Internal Revenue Service [www.irs.gov]. The home page will direct you to any number publications to answer questions, allow you to order forms and even e-file your return if you meet certain... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Best Mary Jane style shoes for women: 1 of 1
We adore Mary Janes. We like them in any color, from a flat heel all the way to a 3" heel. We like them in the traditional manner with one strap across the arch of the foot or with multiple straps crossing the arch. Make them in Satin, Leather, Canvas, Suede or Croslite tm and we'll buy them. But how do you tell which style i... More..
Local Guides > Houston How to get a concealed handgun licence in Houston: 1 of 1
Obtaining a CHL [Concealed Handgun License] in Houston is the same procedure used for all other cities and towns in Texas.You must contact the Texas Department of Public Safety for an application packet. You can do this online at www.txdps.state.tx.us. You may also contact them in writing or by phone at: REGULATORY LICENSING ... More..