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My mother enrolled me in KInder Dance, and due to an early introduction to the Performing Arts, I soon developed a strong sense of the dramatic and a blind passion for the stage. It never wore off, leading me to embark on a quest for a life in the spotlight,

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Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How to pack for a Caribbean vacation: 1 of 10
A Caribbean vacation is like a day at the beach! In fact, it is a day, or several, at the beach. Pack casual and light, with an emphasis on sunning and swimming. Don't forget the serious shades and a beach hat or two, as the equatorial rays pack a powerful punch. Along with the flip-flops and sandals, a pair of crock-type sho... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Creating bedroom decor in Old World style: 4 of 14
Old World decor covers a broad range of possibilities across several centuries and as many countries. Generally the term "Old World style," refers to Western Europe and large wooden pieces characterized by the warm, waxy finishes on fine grains. Think refined, "to the manor born," steeped in romance and history, heavy on the ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Catering for a wedding reception: 5 of 12
Catering for a wedding reception can be as simple as hiring a catering company to prepare, deliver and display the food, or as elaborate as you can imagine and/or afford involving tents, ice sculptures, swans, men in kilts, mile high wedding cakes and you know the rest, you've seen it in movies and on TV. In this era of MySpa... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Bad Father's Day gift ideas: 23 of 46
I was born on Father's Day. No big surprise gift for Dad, but I was the first girl, and I'm pretty sure my father would rather have had a new set of golf clubs. Suffice it to say, we weren't very close. Our father provided for us, but was he played the silent partner to my mother, his messenger. My brothers, as backlash would... More..
Travel > Caribbean & Atlantic Travel destinations: Vieques, Puerto Rico: 4 of 8
A word of warning: Isla de Vieques is not for those who expect high dollar high-rise resort action. But for you who seek refuge from the hype, Vieques is your huckleberry. I knew this wasn't your mama's tropical vacation when we hopped on scooters and spent the day exploring La Isla Nena. Off the radar until a few years ago, ... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette How tipping works: 50 of 87
Whose bright idea was it to leave the compensation for service one receives at restaurants up to the whimsy of the American public? Even more ridiculous, given the numbers of people who regularly dine out, is this never-ending fog of mystery and confusion that surrounds the practice of tipping. Sources vary, but I was told by... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Indoor rainy-day activities for children: 34 of 44
So it's raining and the kids can't go outside, but sequestered in close quarters, they may plot to take over the world before lunch. That's not necessarily a bad thing. With a little imagination and a cape or two, crime-stopping super heroes can save your day. Some kids need only the mention of a theme, and it's on like Buzz ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Tips for natural looking portraits: 5 of 6
A major key to shooting great, natural looking portraits relies on a specific synergy between photographer and subject. As a photographer, the sooner your subjects relax the better. Engage your subjects from the top of the session, by taking the attention off the task at hand. Momentum plays an essential role here. Smal... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Anything is possible: 152 of 166
Dreamers will tell you"Anything is possible."They see it from the endThey believe it from the beginningYou can't laugh or talk logicAnd just forget about reasonYou're out of your elementDreams don't follow the rulesAnything is possible. More..
Health & Fitness > Dental Hygiene Daily tips to make your dental health better: 5 of 5
"You only have to floss the teeth you want to keep." Maybe you've encountered this plaque, no pun intended, on your dentist's wall while anxiously awaiting your ritual cleaning torture. And it's true, but it's only part of a process of good home care. Everyone knows you are supposed to brush your teeth every day. And now we a... More..