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Once a round peg in a square hole, Kimberley Heit has fulfilled both a creative gap and childhood ambition by entering the world of freelance writing. As an active Helium member Kimberley has won several writing contests and had numerous articles purchased

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Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Why the day after Christmas is a health hazard: 1 of 31
If you have ever braved the stampedes at a post Christmas day sale, you'll have a fair understanding of why this day can be a health hazard. However, even if you keep your distance from shopping malls you could encounter one of the many other hazards to your health. There in an increased risk of; car accidents, drowning, food... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care The right way to wash your hair: 1 of 24
By the time you reach adulthood, you are likely to perform the task of washing your hair without giving it a second thought. However, depending on the technique you use, it may be time to stop and learn the right way to wash your hair. The wrong technique can cause bad hair days and over time is a contributor to damage. The ... More..
Home & Garden > Real Estate (Other) Commentary on long-distance moving: 3 of 69
Tears, anger and frustration! They are an inevitable part of any big move, but they can be minimized with some good planning.I've had my fair share of long distance moves. From packing half a house into a Tic Tac sized car, to moving far, far away from civilization to towns barely registering on the population stats. Now with... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Walking for health: 1 of 22
Forget pills, beauty creams and plastic surgery it is now an established fact that WALKING increases your lifespan and keeps you looking and feeling healthy. If that's not enough to get you off the couch then read on for many additional benefits walking provides. Hopefully by then you'll be motivated enough to take note of th... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Tips for communicating with a stylist to get the hairstyle you want: 1 of 22
Any decent hairstylist wants their client to be satisfied with the work they do, at the end of the day their business is dependent repeat business. However, sometimes the customer's desires can be misinterpreted and disaster can unfold. If you want to make sure you get the perfect hairstyle after every salon visit, it is vita... More..
Autos > Hybrids Hybrid: Overview: 1 of 20
With Brad Pitt, Cameron Diaz and Prince Charles are all rumored to drive one, you have probably heard some hype about the hybrid. So what exactly are the facts? This article defines some of the popular terms and investigates what the benefits of driving a hybrid vehicle are.THE TERM HYBRID:A Hybrid is the term used to describ... More..
Health & Fitness > Digestive Diseases How do laxatives work?: 1 of 20
A laxative is simply an agent which encourages bowel movements. Laxatives are generally used to treat constipation, or to clear the bowel for medical examinations. Understanding how different laxatives work is vital in helping you to determine the right one for your particular set of circumstances.The main types of laxatives ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Decorating tricks to make a small space look larger: 1 of 20
In many cases, space is now in short demand, particularly in metropolitan cities. Even a large country home may have a proportionally smaller room. This can pose a unique decorating challenge. If you want to make a small space to look bigger, there are several decorating tricks that you might find useful. 1. Use color with c... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Exterior shutters: Tips to selecting your home's new window shutters: 1 of 19
Shutters provide excellent control over the privacy, light and air circulation in your home, all whilst protecting your windows. They impart southern charm and can add to the resale value of your home. If you are considering purchasing shutters then the following seven categories provide tips and advice.1. SHUTTER STYLES:Exte... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Fashion victims: 1 of 19
A "fashion victim" is a person who follows trends with blind disregard for what suits them as an individual. We have all been there, we've bought something because it was the "it" purchase only to find out that it didn't do us any justice. Luckily for us ordinary folk, we don't usually end up as fashion fodder for the tabloid... More..