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Angie Papple has been a freelance writer all of her life, although it was only recently that the articles in her head began to escape on paper.

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Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Before PlayStation: The toys I grew up with: 18 of 136
A Holly Hobby oven, Strawberry Shortcake and Evangeline Imogene (my Cabbage Patch Kid) were my all-time favorite toys growing up. I certainly never left the house without one of them in tow, and I couldn't imagine life without them. Holly Hobby's oven helped me produce some of the most atrocious cookies and cakes known to hum... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Assessing readiness for reading in your toddler: 2 of 15
The average three-year old has heard more than thirty million words in just 36 months of life; of course, they won't know the meanings or even remember all of them, but that's a staggering number! If your child is asking about word meanings or is beginning to get creative when it comes to using them (and all parents know that... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My worst toy-building experience as a parent: 2 of 15
Stretching the king-sized band-aid across my right palm, I scowled at the wretched beast of a dollhouse. At that moment, I wished Barbie and her snobby little friends eternal homelessness - maybe they could live out of the pink Barbie Corvette.Over $200, and you have to put the blasted thing together yourself. Nice.My daughte... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Safety First aid tips for common injuries in children: 3 of 22
Growing up may be hazardous to your child's health! Kids get hurt all the time, whether they're playing sports in the backyard or getting into something that they're not supposed to - so it's important that you've got all the bases covered when it comes to first aid for common childhood injuries. The most important thing to d... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Military (Other) Should soldiers be allowed to opt out of wars they disagree with?: 10 of 73
"I will always place the mission first." -excerpt from the Soldier's CreedFighting in Iraq, to today's Soldier, is not about religious beliefs or personal choice; it is about doing our job. We serve the people of the United States and, more notably, "stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy the enemies of the United States ... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss On loving and losing an addict: 4 of 29
Walt's battered heart gave out on a miserably chilly Friday morning. We were given the news in a cold, stark waiting room by a doctor whose perfectly feigned empathy was as transparent as Walt's lifeless skin. The deadly venom of heroin in his long-abused body had caused a crippling and fatal heart attack. Even if the paramed... More..
Jobs & Careers > International & Government Jobs Reasons to consider joining the Army: 1 of 7
The United States Army is hiring - do you need a job?There are several reasons to give the Army a once-over if you're on the prowl looking for a job, an adventure, or just a change of pace. The maximum age for enlistment has recently jumped from 35 to 42, which means another chance for those who dismissed the possibility base... More..
Autos > Motorcycles & Scooters How to be a safe motorcycle passenger: 1 of 7
There's nothing like the wind, the sun, and the freedom that backpacking someone on a bike can provide for you. However, there are several things you've got to do to stay safe; remember that a crash could easily be fatal if you're catapaulted from the back of a bike. It's a must to prepare yourself for what you're getting int... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Visiting San Diego, California, in the winter: 1 of 7
Shorts and a sweatshirt: that's the perfect outfit during winter in San Diego. Daytime temperatures hover in the mid-to high sixties (F), and evenings get a little more brisk - sometimes dipping into the low fifties (F). The slightly cooler air makes outdoor activities a little more pleasant in most cases, though; while you m... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Tips on finding Lego sets at discount prices: 1 of 7
You're fortunate enough to have a Lego-maniac on your gift list, which makes finding the perfect present easy. The downside to buying Legos, though, is that purchasing sets can be really hard on your wallet - you need to get the inside scoop on where to find the world's most popular building blocks at discount prices! Using t... More..