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I'm a writer, researcher and editor. I have had articles bought by five separate publishers in Helium's Marketplace. I am an internationally published author.

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Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms How are survival instincts affected by technology?: 1 of 3
The survival instincts of human beings have been on the decline for centuries, from a psychological standpoint. Tens of thousands of years ago, survival instincts were the primary tool our ancestors had. Keen senses of smell, sight, hearing and touch made the difference between living and dying: until man developed the begin... More..
Education > Distance Learning Advantages of online universities: 6 of 16
The number one advantage to an online university is scheduling. School is open 24/7 for a student attending class from a home computer. For busy adults with a full time job and a family, an online class is the only option. When I started my online classes I was working full time on day shift, and babysitting my 18 month old ... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Healthy eating: An individual choice or government responsibility?: 23 of 61
The government should never have the power to control individual choices unless the choice being made is breaking a law. The government should encourage healthy eating, and make educational material readily available to the public on the subject. Healthy eating and the ramifications of unhealthy eating should be part of scho... More..
Autos > Buying New Cars Autos: Choosing two-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive: 5 of 13
The choice between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive is more about the where and how you drive than anything else. The purpose of four-wheel drive is obviously added traction. If you live in a region that seldom sees inclement weather and you only drive on paved roads, a four-wheel drive vehicle is likely an unnecessary e... More..
Autos > Auto Body Repair How to fix rust spots on a car: 2 of 5
How to fix rust spots on a car is dependent on just what the rusty area consists of. Looks can be deceiving. What many people refer to as surface rust may not be surface rust at all. The only time true surface rust happens is when the finish on the car is scratched or chipped to the extent bare metal is open to the elements.... More..
Home & Garden > Landscaping Best plants for acid soil: 2 of 5
The best plants for acid soil include a large variety of perennial flowering plants, shrubs and evergreens. Acidic soils are usually found in areas that have significant annual rainfall. The majority of plants thrive in soil that is slightly acidic with a ph level of 6 to 6.8. The best news; having acidic soil doesn't restri... More..
Autos > Cars Muscle cars making a comeback: 2 of 5
A comeback is making a re-appearance after an absence. Muscle cars are and have been present since they initially rolled of the assembly lines in the 60's and 70's. Muscle car lovers around the world have kept the dream alive and well. How can muscle cars make a comeback when they never left the scene? Some major car manufac... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed facts: Akita: 6 of 14
The beautiful Akita is not a dog that will fit in every household. They are not tolerant of all children or being teased, despite their fierce loyalty. Children need to be taught to treat these dogs with kindness. An Akita will bite. These dogs were bred to hunt large animals such as deer and bear. Their ancestry traces back... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Behind the name: David: 5 of 11
David (DAY-vid) Origins Hebrew Gender - masculine. ETYMOLOGY beloved. Biblical The young shepherd, David, slew Goliath with a slingshot and later became the second king of Israel. Considered to be the greatest and the most beloved of all Israel kings, the name David is possibly derived from the Hebrew word (dvd) for beloved.... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to fight high energy bills in the summer: 50 of 102
High energy bills are not a necessary evil for today's consumers. Energy conservation is a hot topic and there have been great strides in energy saving technologies in recent years. Energy usage has a financial impact at all income levels and the rapid depletion of our non-renewable energy sources is a global concern. Energy... More..