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A few years ago, I left a senior management position in employee and organization development to pursue my dream of writing full time.

I have published short fiction, non-fiction, freelance articles, and poetry. As well, I am currently working on two mystery/suspense

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Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to set up a budget: 1 of 72
In simple terms, a budget reflects what happens to the money you bring in when you subtract payments on long-term debt, short term debt, the costs of living, working, playing and maintaining a place to live. Some feel a budget gives them control over their resources. Others feel they relinquish control to their budget. Like m... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Five things you should know before buying a house: 3 of 144
The decision to buy a house requires a significant commitment of finances, time, energy and emotional stamina. Before you contact a real estate agent, you (and anyone else who will live in the house with you) need to think through a number of considerations. There are five questions to answer.1 Why Buy a House?Do you see a ho... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Best ways to lessen stress: 1 of 26
It's no secret that stress can sap your energy and enthusiasm for life. It can be a great de-motivator, the cause of major fatigue, and a precursor to illness. Stress happens. It is not how much stress we encounter but how we respond to it that counts. Managing stress is a personal choice. Countless books and articles have be... More..
Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Aging parents, "never-never land" children and how to handle "The Squeeze" at 50: 4 of 40
The Sandwich Generation:Coping with Aging Parents While Supporting Adult ChildrenI live in a peanut butter and bananas sandwich. Ever see aging peanut butter under pressure - not an appealing sight. As for bananas, they characterize the direction of many days.I am faced with the challenge of learning how to deal with an aging... More..
Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Finding the right retirement home: 3 of 17
The population is aging and the question of retirement living has become very important to those who are considering leaving the workforce and/or who no longer are able or wish to maintain an independent home and property. There are many retirement living options to choose from but first you need to examine who you are, what ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Wedding planning woes: How to avoid wedding disaster: 7 of 38
Little girls dream of having a fairy tale wedding. They dress their dolls in lace and satin and have visions of one day walking down the isle beside someone as wonderful as Ken as he escorts a beautiful Barbie. As time goes by, the little girls grow up as do their dreams of what makes a perfect wedding. Some still want the Ci... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning How to write a will: 1 of 5
Do you have a will? Is it current? Does it reflect where you want everything you own to go? What about minor children? Pets? What happens to them if you die? Who will ensure that your final wishes are carried out?A lot of questions and some very hard answers. It is understandable why a lot of people put off thinking about the... More..
Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice How to make a will: 3 of 14
Your will is one of the most important documents you will sign in your lifetime. If you die without a legal will, a significant portion of your estate will go to the state.Outlining the disposition of the assets (and liabilities) you have accumulated is the last contact you will have with those who played a significant role i... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Motorcycling: 10 of 42
It was just a small ad, hidden somewhere between reconditioned washing machines and local call centre opportunities. He read it again. And again. After a day entrenched in bureaucracy, the dream was allowed to float through the tempting pages of auto traders or regional buy & sells, or like tonight, set free to meander throug... More..
Travel > Vacations Top historical sites to see on a Kauai vacation: 2 of 8
In 1778, Captain James Cook, sailed into Waimea Harbor and changed the history of the lush island of Kauai forever. His monument, built in downtown Waimea, faces the ocean and looks over one of the best snorkeling spots in Kauai. Accessible only by water, a number of dive shops and tour companies offer daily excursions to thi... More..