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I am from the lush and exotic island of Jamaica.
Now living in Florida's Magic City... "Miami".
I love writing poetry and non fiction articles.
Most of my publications have been in nursing journals
since I am a registered nurse. I am an active board member of

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Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to plan your grocery list to avoid impulse purchases: 2 of 76

Preparation and planning prior to going grocery shopping is one of the keys to avoiding impulse purchases. Marketing researchers Uzma Khan, of Stanford Graduate School of Business, Ravi Dhar, of Yale University and Joel Huber of Duke University, did a series of tests of purchasing behaviors. They found out that for most peop...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Recognizing early signs of pregnancy: 1 of 22

The "Gift of Life" is a mystery and a significant mile stone in the creation of a family. How do you know when this gift is being created in you? Mother nature gives tell tale signs. Here is a list of some of the early signs of pregnancy. P....Periods: Cessation of your periods or menstrual cycle is usually the first sign of...
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to fight high energy bills in the summer: 6 of 74

Fighting to reduce your high energy bills in the summer is an effective and efficient way to use energy resources, lower your expenses and preserve the environment. Here are the 10 best ways to win this fight. 1. Home Energy Audit An Home Energy Audit is the first and most important step to take in this fight. Schedule one w...
Health & Fitness > Dental Hygiene Facts about dental hygiene: 1 of 10

According to the American Heritage Dictionary of English Language, dental hygiene is defined as the practice of keeping the mouth, teeth and gums clean and healthy to prevent disease, as by regular brushing and flossing and visits to the dentist. Dental hygiene starts in the womb, prenatal care, proper diet and vitamin suppl...
Food & Drink > Cuisine & Food (Other) What is kosher food?: 1 of 9

Food prepared in accordance with Jewish dietary laws is called kosher food. Food not prepared in accordance to the Jewish dietary laws is called trief. SO WHAT ARE THE JEWISH DIETARY LAWS? According to About.com in an article written by Giora Shimoni. These laws are derived from Biblical Laws and Rabbinical Extentions. She f...
Education > Early Childhood Ed Managing child care (Part I of II): 1 of 8

Managing the care of your precious infant or child is your highest priority. In today's society most households include two working parents. As a result, the care of your child is delegated to others during your absence. However, the accountability of your child's care still rests heavily on your shoulders. Some parents are ...
Health & Fitness > Sexual Health Understanding erectile dysfunction - from causes to correction: 1 of 6

Erectile dysfunction (ED) also called impotence is defined as the persistent inability to achieve or sustain an erection that satisfies a man's sexual needs and the needs of his partner. An estimated 30 million American men suffer from ED. Erectile dysfunction may be chronic, it may be a one time occurrence or on rare occasi...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: I long for you: 57 of 328

The Essence Of You love Lingers On Like the soft sweet fragrance of Cupid's breath. Like the breeze of a windy midsummer's night, whistling through the trees. Like a field of swaying daffodils, reaching for the sun. Like an infant cuddling to it's mother's breast, sucking warm fresh nectar. Like the ocean's forward waves ris...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The state of my heart: 19 of 98

My Cup Runneth Over My heart is full of love for you. Like a cup it runneth over. Flowing down the sides into the saucer. Like tear drops it stains a path from heaven to earth. Resting never, with leaps and bounds it rises To meet you constantly. Knowing your love for me grows Silently and strong My heart is full of love for...
Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) How doctors can improve your health care by using electronic personal medical histories: 2 of 10

I have had to pick up my medical records from the medical record office of a large hospital and have had the opportunity to see the record file room, overflowing with tons of patients' charts. So when I hear the terminology "Electronic Personal Medical Histories" I say "WOW!" Bring it on. This technology is among some of the...