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My names Frances, and seeing as I live in Alaska I opted for my pen name, Froste.
My hobbies are reading, talking with friends, and watching movies at the theatre. (mostly comedies, scary movies give me nightmares)
I'm not really much of a notable person,

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Local Guides > Boston Is the Boston workplace getting more sexually inappropriate?: 1 of 7
The Boston workplace, and workplace's all over America seem to no longer be held in the high esteem they once where in regard to the sexual comments and actions that have now become commonplace.In a survey taken 2007 by Novations Group, a global consulting organization based in Boston, 35% percent of employees overheard sexua... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Family Values Family values: The importance of strong family bonds: 13 of 66
Ever since I was a little girl, my dad's always told me that when everyone else goes away and it seems like I have nothing left, I'll always have my family. I've been raised with that ideal pounded into me, and even though I have fights with my brother, i still value him and will attempt to protect him and stand up for him in... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Holidays & Celebrations Why do non-Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter?: 6 of 24
Alright, we all know the battle, "You're not Christian! You shouldn't be celebrating our holiday!" And then there's the, "Christmas has turned into a commercial holiday, it should go back to the way it was!" Frankly, I don't share either of these views, and I've never pretended to.I believe that Christmas is a family holiday,... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Reverse racism: The other face (of discrimination): 14 of 40
When you hear the word racism, you often think of the oppressed black man, or the beaten and downtrodden mexican man, who fought for his family to get here. And in truth, there are characters like that, but more and more I seem to see perfectly well adjusted racial families that still seem to judge us for our skin color.For i... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet (Other) Why do people have to be so mean on message boards: 7 of 19
Alright, picture this, you're happily browsing about a forum, message board, whatever it is you enjoy, and suddenly someone pounces out and starts spastically insulting you and other people with your opinion. Sound familiar?Unfortunately for many people it sounds TO familiar.On message boards and forums, people feel a certain... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spirituality (Other) Can you live without humor?: 9 of 17
You know, there are scientific studies to show, that smiling and laughing at least once a day prevents depression, mood swings, and CAN ACTUALLY MAKE YOU HAPPIER?Now that we have that out've the way, I'd just like to say, that to me, as a person who thrives of the joy and laughter of herself and other's, the world wouldn't be... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care Tips for healthy hair: 4 of 6
Alright, you've just gotten your hair cute perfect, you'd been waiting for this cut your whole life, and all of a sudden your hair starts flaking, frizzing, and turning into something you'd use to scrape grease off a pan!But, have no fear! I've been there, dry place, dry hair, bad situation. Even if you DON'T have your ideal ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation How the tourism industry contributes to wildlife destruction: 5 of 7
When you look into a brochure, you often see advertisements for attractive places you can visit, the new big mall, the amazing casinos, etc.But, not often do you see adds for the natural environment of the area. As an avid traveler, strangely, the best example I can think of representing this is in none other then wonderful, ... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes How to improve your singing voice for karaoke: 30 of 40
You slowly walk up to the microphone, you're palms are sweaty, you eyes are huge, but you know, you just know, that you can win this, this your day, you can FEEL the song in your very soul.You slowly open your mouth to let the lyrics tumble out, but, alas and oh dear, instead of notes of heaven, grating squelches and belches ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Teaching religion in public schools: 16 of 20
Whenever I consider a religious argument, such as the one we as a nation are now facing with the suggestion of teaching religion in public schools, I think of two things, what could we hurt by doing so, and something my Dad told me when I asked him why me and my brother weren't raised with a direct faith we could reference in... More..