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I am a full time writer who still freelances on the side while working on my own creative writing projects. I love travel and adventure, and moved to Texas after spending the last three years in the Interior of Alaska. I love writing, reading, and words,

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Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Book reviews: Blue Like Jazz, by Donald Miller: 1 of 6
Donald Miller's book "Blue Like Jazz," is a fantastic novel about soul searching, philosophy, and figuring out who and what you are and why. What I enjoy about Miller's book is that he's not speaking from a position of authority trying to impart his wisdom. He's openly searching to make sure he knows what he believes, to re-... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Performances Strong women as portrayed in the movies: 1 of 5
Who said males had to have all the fun? Arnold isn't the strongest Terminator, there are female vigilantes, and does anyone really want to be a night guard wherever Sara Connor is being held? Didn't think so. Keep in mind this isn't a "best movies with a strong female lead" list, so just because a woman on this list is #1 or... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Book reviews: Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury: 2 of 8
Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451" is one of the greatest science fiction novels ever written. "Fahrenheit 451" is a dystopian novel featuring around a future where reading and owning books are illegal acts that the government punishes severely. In this world fire men are men who are called in to burn books and punish those who... More..
Arts & Humanities > US History (Other) Famous people from Hawaii: 2 of 7
There are many famous Hawaiians, and the surprise might come along with how many famous actors were either born in Hawaii, raised in Hawaii, or lived and got their break in Hawaii. There are many famous individuals from the only island state in the United States, but for movie fame the list cuts down. There are a few criteri... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Reflections: Living every day with passion: 67 of 226
Living every day with passion doesn't mean living life stupidly, or taking unnecessary risks that can come back to haunt you. But it does mean that whatever you are doing, to do it with an effort, with a love of life that will show through all your actions. I am a firm believer in living with passion. First, part of being ab... More..
Sports & Recreation > College Football Great college football rivalries: 8 of 24
The Cy-Hawk Trophy is awarded to the winner of the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry football game. It is actually a relatively new addition to the rivalry game, only appearing in 1977, when the game resumed after a decades long hiatus due in part to near riots between fans, and in part due to a long standing fued between the two prog... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: Obama sweeps Hillary in three key primaries: 2 of 6
This was a great week for Barack Obama. After a Super Tuesday where he won more, but smaller, states than Hillary Clinton, he turns around with a clean sweep of Nebraska, Louisiana, Washington, and the Virgin Islands. While these states don't have huge numbers of delegates, Obama won at a rate of nearly 2 to 1, making the ra... More..
Arts & Humanities > Horror, Mystery & Suspense Book reviews: The Long Walk, by Stephen King: 1 of 3
"The Long Walk" is a fantastic early novel by Stephen King, dystopian science fiction short novel that was published under the pseudonym Richard Bachman. Set in the near future, the plot of the novel revolves around a group of 100 teenagers who are the contestants of a game show like walking contest, held annually by a despo... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking About snake boots and why to wear them: 1 of 3
Snake proof boots come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Most importantly, these boots can protect you from the fangs of a venomous snake that might otherwise strike you. While venomous snake bites are more prevelant in some parts of the country than others, you shouldn't think of snake proof boots as something... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Biography: George R. R. Martin: 1 of 3
George R.R. Martin, famous American writer and screenwriter, was born September 20, 1948 in Bayonne, New Jersey. Martin grew up in a common blue collar family, his father worked as a longshoreman while his mother stayed at home. He was the only son, but has two sisters. Martin wanted to be a writer from a young age, and also... More..