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Currently, I am attending college full time to obtain my Masters degree in English (Minor in Journalism). I have been an active member of Helium for two years. I am soon to be a graduate from the 'Long Ridge Writers Group' http://www.longridgewritersgroup.com/,

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Arts & Humanities > Who & What is Helium What you learn about yourself by joining Helium: 2 of 20
Upon first finding Helium, I didn't quite know what to make of it. Since I was searching for a place where I could write, as well as learn, I immediately signed up as soon as I read the basics. Then I began perusing some of the titles that were already published onto the site and was astonished. I quickly learned that there ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: Comparing Obama and Clinton on NAFTA: 1 of 10
The feuding Democratic opponents exchange jabs, refute information, and make accusatory claims upon one another on everything except the weather, it seems. Senator Obama and Senator Clinton are donning perpetual boxing gloves in this knock down drag out fight for the Democratic nomination. One of their biggest arguments is e... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > New Year's Decorating ideas for New Year's Eve: 1 of 10
Ever heard the phrase that goes; "Whatever you are doing when the clock strikes twelve is what you will end up doing throughout the rest of the year." If this is the case, we should celebrate the New Year with a bang, but instead we start it off with a noisemaker. We're all used to the traditional streamers confetti, and tho... More..
Entertainment > TV Networks & Industry TV network reviews: Spike TV: 1 of 10
Oozing machismo, and assuaging the ego's of man viewers everywhere, Spike TV embarked upon us as a refuge for the men, from the other channels that are not geared toward them. Dubbed television for men, the channel boasts macho movies, hard core television shows, and dude centered entertainment. Their latest motto is 'Get mo... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts & Gift Ideas (Other) Top ten gifts you'd like to receive: 2 of 19
I love buying things for myself, and I do so often. I am one of those people that knows what I want, and usually goes after it. The only limit that I place upon myself is a financial one. I can only spend so much money or time on myself, before other things begin to suffer. There are things that I would like to receive as gi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Republican Leaders When it matters if a political figure has affairs while in the office: 2 of 19
It seems to me that an affair that occurs when a politician is in office only makes ripples when the public decides that the politician already has angered them. When a governor or President is easily liked, for whatever reasons, he seems less responsible for any wrong doings while holding office. If he/she is already walkin... More..
Style & Beauty > Tanning & Sunscreen Should minors be allowed to use tanning beds?: 5 of 45
With the hundreds of self tan products available, there is absolutely no reason why a minor should be given the opportunity to tan. I am not against tanning, by any means, I have done it for years myself. But I am also old enough to be aware of the dangers or repercussions that come along with that golden glow. It is not onl... More..
Hobbies & Games > Card Games Christmas 2007 gift ideas: Hottest card games: 1 of 9
Ever since a little game called 'Texas Hold 'Em' began a poker playing extravaganza, cornering the market in the card playing arena, it seems that all of the other card games have gotten overlooked. Poker has always had a huge following, sure, but it seems that when this game caught on, people were playing it left and right.... More..
Relationships & Family > Online Dating Pictures you shouldn't post on an online dating site: 4 of 35
It may be dangerous to post any picture on any website. But since we all know how gorgeous and handsome that we are, we simply can not resist swaying our potential soul mates to sneak a peek. This is especially true due to the fact that if you are going to attempt an on-line hookup, you will want to get a quick glance of wha... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Why I'm still single: 6 of 52
The main reason that I am still single is because I don't want a relationship at this point in my life. Many of my friends think that I am afraid of a relationship, and that I am merely making excuses or avoiding it altogether. I have been in bad relationships, as well as good ones, and the same goes with break-ups. Some bad... More..