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About me - K.C. Neal

I live in a not-so-small town in Mississippi. Howdy Y'all!

I currently am a nurse with three children who inspire me to endless degrees. But, as any mother knows, "me time" is hard to come by. Finding helium has been a Godsend, for it allows me to do what I

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Politics, News & Issues > People in the News Will O.J. Simpson go to jail this time?: 3 of 45
The whole situation with O.J. Simpson is a tragedy. The fact that one man can attract this much attention for an utter catastrophic event is crazy. Taking his previous court/soap-opera ordeal out of the equation, the charges will stand on their own this time. It is a shame that the American public is so atttached to this stor... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Should chickens be added to the Humane Slaughter Act?: 2 of 16
Absolutely yes! Not even a maybe! In learning what presently occurs to chickens in order for me to be able to eat one of my favorite meals, it was enough to make be want to become a vegetarian. It is likely that most people have no idea what actually occurs in a poultry factory. In order to get a chicken ready for preparatio... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should smoking be allowed in public places?: 57 of 363
Smoking is a personal, not public preference. The debate is whether smoking should be allowed in PUBLIC places. The answer is no.Based on just the results of the survey here at Helium, more people think smoking should not be allowed in in public places. And, if even one person was to feel violated by someone smoking a cigaret... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Should the NFL add cruelty to animals to their personal conduct policy?: 2 of 11
Even as I sit at my computer typing, my 2 sons are in the yard playing football. My oldest is 13 and my younger son is 8. They will have 10 children in our yard within the hour playing football with them. As they play, they will all dream of being an NFL star one day.This one simple fact in itself is reason enough to suspend ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Colonial & Early American History Puritanism in early American history: 2 of 11
Change was a-coming!John Winthrop founded Massachusetts Bay Colony as a symbol of faith. He wanted it be an example for other colonies to follow. He governed the colony with the intent of puritanism, or religious excellence.The colony was formed by people who wanted freedom from England. It was on the east coast of the North ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Home Decor Crafts Craft: Wreaths for all seasons: 2 of 10
Roses are red,But crafty, too...Put them in a wreath,to let love bloomOne of the most welcoming decorations you can have in your home is a wreath The wreath is the shape of a circle, which represents life. And, as everyone know, the rose is the flower of love. So, a wonderful way to show your feelings for life, or for someone... More..
Politics, News & Issues > People in the News Will OJ flee the US while out on bail?: 7 of 32
There is no reason for O.J. to flee the United States. He is an infamous celebrity. Even if he goes to jail, he will remain a point of attraction. For whatever reason, people watch O.J.He enjoys the spotlight, it seems, for he constantly attracts the media. Whether it is with a spectacular court case, a book describing a hein... More..
Entertainment > Directors & Film Makers Steven Spielberg's influence on filmmaking today: 4 of 17
Hmmm...my favorite sci-fi movie? "Close Encounters" (I still hum the bars from the spaceship)Hmmm...my favorite children's movie? "ET" (I still point my finger and say "ET, phone home", and yes, I do the creaky voice)Hmmm...my favorite classic remake? "War of the Worlds" (I still cringe around robots)Hmmm...my favorite scary ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Should Southwest Airlines ban women passengers who show too much: 2 of 8
I am a size 4 (or at least I used to be before having children).I have some skin tight, low-cut, barley-cover-my-tush clothes (or at least I used to).I felt completely comfortable at nightclubs in my "little" clothes (or at least I used to).I would wear my "hot" clothes in any atmosphere, regardless of the family setting or a... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International News Thinking the unthinkable: Did Madeleine McCann's parents kill her?: 5 of 18
The bond between a parent and child is so sacred that even the possibility of murder is an outrage. To even think that Madeline's parents played a part in this whole monstrosity is enough to boggle the mind.Because I have children and refuse to ever even entertain such thoughts, I have to believe that the McCann's are just a ... More..