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My name is Leslie Haasch and I live in downtown Burlington, Vermont.

I have an Associates Degree from Champlain College in Web Design & Development, and a Professional Writing Certificate. I've always had a passion and a knack for writing in a quirky manner

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Jobs & Careers > Professionalism Why punctuality gains respect in the workplace: 14 of 22
Punctuality is the most obvious form of loyalty you can display to your company. When I say "company", I'm not just talking about businesses. It's just as important to house guests, a restaurant with which you have reservations or your dog that's been waiting on you to come home after work and let him out. But your promptnes... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Great options for shoe storage: 7 of 11
We've all come across the issue of storage space whether you hardly have a nook to put things in, or huge rooms and nothing to fill them with, it's a constant struggle. Thankfully, there are plenty of storage options for your precious footwear. 1) Shoe Rack Freestanding Storage. If you have empty wall space 3' wide and 5' ta... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues The pros and cons of text messages: 20 of 31
The unobtrusive nature of text messaging seems to trump all of its downfalls in today's technologically savvy society. We can sneak little messages to the ones we love, send notes and reminders without disrupting someone's day, and hold conversations when you've lost your voice and don't feel like pouring your heart into an ... More..
Pets & Animals > Rodents Tips for keeping hamsters as pets: 18 of 27
Ever thought to yourself, "Gosh... I wish I had a ridiculously cute pet that took little to no time out of my day, but was also fun to play with"? Well, for those of you out there that were shaking your heads in agreement, I have the answer: dwarf hamsters. Not just one - many. Get three or four. Heck - go nuts and buy a fis... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care Relaxed hair care secrets: 4 of 6
We all want strong, shiny, beautiful hair like we see in the commercials, but most of us have given up on that quest before it even began. The truth is, unless you have your own personal stylist for your day to day needs, you're probably not going to have hair as shiny and flawless as the models we so wish to become. Instead... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Best winter boots for women: 2 of 3
Winter means one thing cold. And as much fun as it is frolicking in the snow, it won't seem as enjoyable when your feet are wet little icicles. To solve this problem, we have boots. They were never as stylish as they are today, so we should take advantage of it and explore the different looks and functions of today's fashion... More..
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals Getting started in the bioinformatics industry: 2 of 3
I'm not going to lie I had no idea what the bioinformatics industry was until I did a little research. Now that I have a little information under my belt, it makes me wish I was able to wrap my mind around math and science to work in the field. But if you're one of those people that can soak up endless information and put it... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care Basic hair care: From frizzy and fried to smooth and silky: 9 of 13
You don't have to have thick, curly hair to get a case of the frizzies, but those with wavy locks are definitely more prone to it. There are a number of factors that can cause frizzy hair, but for almost every hair problem there is a solution. Women who were born with curly hair should just accept what they've been given and... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care Does the WEN hair care system work?: 5 of 7
The Wen hair care system seems to be a hit or miss, depending entirely on personal preference and individual results. It is certainly not a "one size fits all" type of product, but it can be very effective. Women with fine hair seem to be those who praise the Wen products the most. Because the Wen Cleansing Conditioner is ba... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes How to choose men's shoes: 5 of 7
Choosing shoes for men isn't nearly the life changing experience it is for women. But generally, men do still care about what goes on their feet. Rather than fuss over how high the heel is and if the color complements his eyes, he's more concerned with comfort, how much it costs, and how well they'll withstand what he plans ... More..