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I came to writing a little later in life than most. After moving back to a small town I took a job writing for a local paper. I have enjoyed it so much that writing is now my passion. I have a goal of one day publishing a book that will be helpful in offering

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Food & Drink > Spices, Herbs & Condiments Is there a satisfactory alternative to sugar?: 3 of 13

Since I am married to an insulin-dependent diabetic I am always trying to come up with ways to satisfy his sweet tooth. I have a weight problem so I also try to find something which is edible for both of us. I've tried all of the usual products but nothing seemed to work. Cooking without sugar results in an entirely differen...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: The most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you: 74 of 278

When I was much younger I thought I had to have a real estate license. Once I managed to pass the test I went at my job whole-heartedly. My husband acquired his auction license around this time so we started out doing real estate auctions. I rapidly became hooked and made the decision to go for my auction license as well. Th...
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Things to consider when choosing a dog: 15 of 47

A new dog is an exciting addition to the family, especially if you find a good match. It is important to do your research before making your choice. Ask yourself what are your reasons for wanting a dog. Are you wanting a guard dog or just a good companion? Do you have children, do you live in an apartment? All of these thing...
Style & Beauty > Accessories Fashion trends: Hot colors for spring 2007: 2 of 5

Spring colors this year are bright and cheery. Corals, turquoise, lettuce green, and mustard yellow are all over the racks in all of the major stores. The great thing about these rich colors is they will carry you right through the summer. These are the colors which look great with a tan or they brighten up the person who pr...
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics The truth about nutritional supplementation: 2 of 4

Recently I have been doing research on supplements and their affect on our health. One of the important things I discovered is the fact that large drug companies do not want you to find out how helpful supplements can be. I would never recommend that anyone stop taking their prescription medication without first talking with...
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Tips for managing a person with Alzheimer's disease: 9 of 17

Alzheimer's disease is one of the most cruel diseases to hit mankind. People who suffer from the disease usually do not know they are sick. You can tell them in the beginning they have the disease but as the illness progresses they will forget. Once a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease it is very important to keep ...
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to pamper your pet in style: 10 of 15

Many people think they are pampering their pet when they put in all of those pretty little bows and dress them in fancy clothes. Frankly, I doubt if your pet would agree with you. With the possible exception of a coat or sweater in the cold weather, your pet would probably tell you to back off! When trying to pamper you pet ...
Arts & Humanities > Marketing & Selling Writing Difficulties with getting published: 9 of 13

Getting published can prove to be difficult but if you start small you have a better chance of making it. Write a story for a local paper. If it is a good human interest story they will likely publish it. You might not get paid but at least you will have a start. These stories usually don't take a lot of time to write so you...
Health & Fitness > Holistic Health Lowering blood pressure without medication: 9 of 12

For years my blood pressure was on the borderline. My stressful job along with my 5-10 pound weight gain each year finally pushed it over the edge. My doctor put me on medication to keep my blood pressure down and for a while I complied with his advice. But I found that one medication usually leads to another and the problem...
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Violators of gun laws should be prosecuted to the fullest, rather than restricting the rights of lawful citizens: 6 of 8

You can preach all day long that people kill, not guns. The fact is, the whole purpose of a gun is to mame and kill. Many people love to hunt and others hunt because they need the food. I certainly understand both prospectives. But today it has gone way beyond hunting. People are now allowed to carry concealed weapons, namel...