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About me - Kallie Szczepanski

I am an avid explorer, and have visited more than 20 countries. I also lived in Asia for 5 years - one year in Turkmenistan, Central Asia and four years in South Korea.

Teaching, writing, and editing are my passions: I've taught English as a Foreign Language

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Sciences > Astronomy Great astronomy-themed vacation gifts: 1 of 4
Do you have an avid astronomer in your life? If your spouse, sibling, parent, or dear friend loves star-gazing, (and you have the funds to pay for it), an astronomy-themed vacation is one gift they will never forget! City lights and air pollution are the bane of astronomers, professional and amateur alike. For the darkest an... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Venus on Earth, by Dengue Fever: 1 of 4
With swirling rhythms, sultry vocals, and a distinctive Southeast Asia flair, Dengue Fever's new CD "Venus on Earth" carries the listener away to the jungles of Cambodia for a Mekong Delta dance party! Dengue Fever's guitarist, Zac Holtzman, and his brother Ethan, an organist, were inspired by the music they heard on a trip ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Tips for buying photography books as a gifts: 1 of 4
Photography books make a lovely gift for the photographer or art lover in your life. Before you rush out to your local bookstore, however, make sure you know what your gift recipient wants: is it a book on how to take photos, or a book of beautiful pictures by professionals? PHOTOGRAPHY HOW-TO BOOKS There is an amazing array... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking Bicycling gear reviews: SRAM Noir 1.1 Crankset: 1 of 4
Are you tired of scrounging and making do with sub-optimal components for your single-speed? Sick of filing and drilling down parts from other types of bikes, just to try and make something work with your rig? Then you're in luck, because SRAM and other companies are starting to turn out high-end parts for the single-speed c... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Christmas 2007: Great music gifts for karaoke lovers: 1 of 4
Are you looking for the perfect present for a karaoke-singing friend or relative this Christmas? Here are some suggestions! If your intended recipient loves karaoke, but doesn't have a system at home (or has an out-dated one), why not get them the STVG1008 Singing Machine? This graceful- looking pedestal karaoke player featu... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Christmas 2007 gift idea: Subscription to Zune Marketplace: 1 of 4
Are you looking for a great Christmas gift for your favorite Zune digital music device owner? If you know someone who walks around with a tiny earpiece in their ear 24/7, why don't you get them a subscription to Zune Marketplace? The Zune digital music player is Microsoft's answer to the Apple I-pod. Since the I-pod's debut,... More..
Travel > Asia Travel experiences: Asian adventures: 11 of 36
The mullah's eyes are milky with cataracts, set in a brown face lined with crevasses of time and experience. He can't hear much, anymore. His ears are full of the noise of rushing water; it permits other voices in faintly, if at all. His home is molded from the endless yellow sand that surrounds it. Almost a hundred years ol... More..
Travel > Air Travel & Airlines Tips for flying with cats: 3 of 9
Most cats are absolutely terrified of flying, and bringing them along makes the trip far less enjoyable for their humans as well. If you can possibly avoid flying with your cats, then by all means, do so! Sometimes it's unavoidable, though, so here are some tips. On two occasions, I have adopted cats while living in South Ko... More..
Entertainment > Music Education Great Christmas gift ideas for aspiring composers: 2 of 6
Do you have an aspiring composer on your Christmas gift-shopping list this year? Here are some gifts in both high and low price ranges that will really make his or her holiday jolly! BIG-TICKET ITEMS Composition software is one of the most useful gifts you can give. For the serious composer, consider the MakeMusic Finale 200... More..
Sciences > Botany Christmas 2007: Plants and botany-related gift ideas: 2 of 6
Forget the poinsettia, and ditch the amaryllis; here are some much more interesting gifts to buy for your favorite green-thumb! For the beginner, or the botanist who also enjoys cooking, consider a potted herb garden. These handy boxed gifts usually contain a planter, soil, and seeds for 4-6 varieties of common herbs (such a... More..