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My passion is to empower writers to use technology to write and promote better, faster, and easier.

My education trained me to be a behavioral psychologist (more commonly know as a rat runner). I had a long and varied career working with computers (and people)

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Sports & Recreation > NASCAR How the NASCAR point system works: 4 of 5
The NASCAR point system looks complicated at first glance. Knowing a few things, will simplify it for you. All NASCAR races are created equal. That is, every race is worth the same number of points. For each race, 5 bonus points are awarded to a driver for leading a lap. 5 bonus points are also credited to the driver who has... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Long life and happiness: The baby boomer's guide: 5 of 6
As boomers, we can expect to have a long, active life. We have more leisure time and more years after our retirement than any previous generation. Developing a few simple habits can help us make sure our bodies allow us to enjoy life to the fullest. Exercise can increase your fitness, help control your weight, lower your blo... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to be a success at the novel writing process: 12 of 14
Revitalize Your Writing During National Novel Writing Month Writing 50, 000 words in 30 days doesn't seem as daunting a task when 75,000 other people are doing the same thing. Great support makes it fun, if not actually easy. NaNo, as it's fondly referred to by its fans, works for plotters and pantsers. The plotters can plan... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing for Success The facts about the National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo): 9 of 10
Preparing for NaNoWriMo: Tips for Getting Ready for November While writing 50,000 words in 30 days might sound like complete insanity, there are some things you can do ahead of time to make the task a little less daunting. I've gathered tips from other NaNoWrimos as well as what I've learned over the past four Novembers. See... More..
Personal Finance > Mutual Funds How to save for retirement when you are short on cash: 18 of 19
When you are young, money is usually in short supply. The good news is that time is your friend when you are saving for retirement. The trick for accumulating retirement savings is to save a little regularly for a long time. Even when money is tight, there are ways to set some money aside for retirement. Saving a little now ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing for Success Difficulties you might encounter with the National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo): 9 of 9
You've decided that this is the year you will win NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). You've made the commitment to write at least 50,000 words in 30 days. You've registered at the website (www.nanowrimo.org). You're ready to begin. At first the words flow easily and life is wonderful. Soon, however, the writing bogs d... More..
Sports & Recreation > NASCAR NASCAR: What is the chase for the cup?: 9 of 9
NASCAR's Chase for the Cup is the Nextel Cup's equivalent of the playoffs in other sports. The Chase happens during the last 10 races of the season and determines the champion of the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series. In 2003, Matt Kenseth was so far ahead of the other drivers in the point standings that the end of the racing series ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fishing (Other) Great fishing books for Christmas: 8 of 8
Fishing books are a great Christmas gift for your favorite fishing enthusiasts. When they can't be out on their favorite water, they can learn about new equipment and techniques to make their fishing more productive. A great fishing book is one that has knowledge that your angler can apply to make his fishing more productive... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fishing (Other) Gift ideas for the ice fisher in your life: 6 of 6
Ice fishing appeals to hardy, adventurous people. You can find gifts that your ice fisherman will love in all price ranges. If you're feeling especially flush and generous, consider the Strike Master Laser 224 auger. Its four blades can cut into three feet of ice in seconds. If you don't want to spend quite that much money, ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fishing (Other) How to book a fishing trip for a holiday gift: 4 of 4
Booking a fishing trip can be a great gift for the person whose passion is fishing. You probably know his dream fishing destination. If you don't know, ask him where his dream fish hang out. Trips are available for lots of locations and many types of fish. Selecting a trip for his favorite type of fishing is important. You c... More..