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I have been interested in writing from a very early age. For nine years, I wrote, produced, and recorded my own radio program, "Love Notes". It was a fifteen minute daily motivational/inspirational program, with songs that matched the message. I have written,

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Sciences > Sciences (Other) Technology for the future: 1 of 39
New technology is the basis for future weapons that were once only a fantasy of science fiction. These aren't just smart weapons-they're brilliant. Eureka Aerospace has created a high-powered electro-magnetic system (HPEMS) that can bring cars to a screeching halt. It uses microwave energy to disable or damage a car's micropr... More..
Business > Advertising The future of advertising: 1 of 23
Advertising is a rapidly changing industry, with ads appearing on web sites, cell phones, blogs, and other nontraditional mediums. It used to be all about the emotional connection to the consumer, and to an extent still is, as evidenced by the tremendous success of the Geico Gecko ads. Who doesn't love the adorable upright li... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms How pornography harms society: 4 of 73
Our society is over-saturated with sexual images. Everywhere we look, from billboards to grocery store check out counters, we are bombarded with blatantly sexual pictures. The Internet and cable television have allowed for unprecedented access to pornographic images. One doctor and medical educator believes that this obsessio... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity How to age successfully, making the most of later years: 1 of 16
Old age is often referred to as "the golden years." But in reality, for many, they are years of poverty, deterioration, loneliness, and extreme illness. In the American culture, which is so youth oriented, the elderly have become invisible, and are greatly devalued by society.Yet many seniors still find great joy in living. A... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Inexpensive holiday decorating tips: 1 of 15
With all the Christmas chaos, many of us have little time left to actually enjoy the holidays. And with the current economic situation, there's not as much "green" this Christmas season for many families. Perhaps it's time to simplify, and one of the best places to start is with your Christmas decorating. Little touches of cr... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Facing a storm as a Christian: 3 of 43
As Christians, there are many times when our faith is tested. I believe that God is a Healer, and that He loves us always. But even the giants of the Bible had times when their faith wavered. Most of us will have a faith crisis at some point in our Christian lives. Some of us will have to walk through many.I had a faith crisi... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Is it possible to live without regrets?: 4 of 54
Living without regrets seems like an impossible endeavor, but I believe there are several ways to accomplish this goal. Nothing in life is ever really wasted, if you have learned something from it. You've gained experience, wisdom, and knowledge about what works, and what doesn't.On the other hand, living life while always lo... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Drama & Issues Sticks and stones may break my bones - and words hurt, too!: 2 of 26
There's an old children's saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me." If only that were true, but it's a fable that needs to be laid to rest. Words can hurt a lot more than sticks and stones. They may not break bones, but they can surely break hearts. Words can devastate. Words can wound; word... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Life The challenges and joys of learning how to slow down in a fast-paced world: 1 of 12
Franklin D. Roosevelt said, "Never before have we had so little time in which to do so much." If that was true in his time, how much more accurate is it today? Sometimes the fast pace of this life just overwhelms me, and I don't know which way to turn. Peace alludes me. My fast paced life leads to various types of multitaskin... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss The challenges of being a widow: 1 of 12
Being the Moderator on a Grief Discussion Board, has required me to deal with death on a daily basis. One of the issues that frequently comes up is the information that women need to know before the death of a husband. Having gone through this recently with my own widowed mom, I can assure you that there is a great deal of bu... More..