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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Advantages of a recession: 1 of 104

Although the recession has caused a lot of problems for many people, this economic crisis has some advantages, especially for people who are frugal. There is now a perfect excuse to offer spoiled children, freeloading relatives, pushy salespeople, charities, and others who are constantly trying to separate people from their m... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Best and worst bosses: 5 of 56

Judy was the best boss I ever had. She was one of the owners of a construction company. She dressed and looked like a movie star. People stared at her wherever we went. She was not just beautiful on the outside. She was also honest, kind, and smart. She taught me how to run an office and how to establish boundaries, without b... More..
Home & Garden > Pet & Pest Problems Non-toxic pest control: 4 of 41

Concerns about public health and our environment have caused people to seek non-toxic solutions to pest control. Pesticides can kill beneficial bugs and animals along with the harmful pests we are trying to get rid of.The most important step in pest control is cleanliness. Clean up immediately after eating and store your food... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds What should the Obama family look for in a new pet dog?: 3 of 24

In early January of 2009, President-Elect Barack Obama received a question from his daughters, delivered by George Stephanopoulos, during his interview on ABC News. Malia and Sasha Obama asked their father what kind of dog will they be getting and when. President-Elect Obama said he is interested in two breeds. The first fami... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Tips for young Americans traveling abroad: 2 of 16

A young person who is traveling abroad needs a safe trip that does not put them in debt. When planning a trip abroad, beware of expensive trips offered by tour companies. There are cheaper ways to travel. Non-profit educational or spiritual organizations offer educational travel at reasonable prices, because their goal is com... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs My true garden story: 38 of 298

Butternut Squash Takes Over the GardenMy husband brought home a butternut squash for me to cook. We liked it so much that we saved the seeds to plant in the spring. We thought growing butternut squash would be just like growing other types of squash. We have grown zucchini and other types of squash with good results.We were n... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training Teaching your dog to come when called: 7 of 42

One of the first lessons your dog needs to learn is to come when called. Mastering the come command is important for both the safety of your dog and others.Start with your dog on a six-foot leash. Call you dog's name and give the command "come". The leash can be used to gently pull your dog towards you. Go crazy with praise w... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Politics (Other) Barack Obama becomes the 44th President-elect of the United States: 3 of 18

We attended the Inauguration of President Barack Obama, along with a few million other people. Our tour bus picked us up at our hotel and dropped us off near the National Mall before sunrise. We were greeted by dozens of people wearing red ski-caps with Obama's name printed on the front in big letters. They were saying welcom... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Pumpkin cookies: 2 of 12

Pumpkin Power CookiesPumpkins are a bright orange color, because they are loaded with beta-carotene. They are low in calories, high in fiber, and have no cholesterol. Pumpkins contain lutein and ziazanthin, which keep your eyes healthy. Pumpkin is also a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium.Small pumpkins are be... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: My stepmother: 1 of 6

When my mother died, I was heartbroken. My mother was a humanitarian, a registered nurse, and a brilliant businesswoman. My family fell apart when my mother died. We did not want to celebrate holidays. My siblings and I felt angry that women were interested in my father so soon after my mother died. We did not want a stepmoth... More..