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While most things in life don't come easy to me, writing is the one thing that does. It is something that I excelled in at school and college and is something that I enjoy doing.

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Arts & Humanities > International Writers & Literature Analytical essay: Sleeping beauty: 4 of 11
Briar-Rose a.k.a Sleeping Beauty, was the long awaited, and greatly celebrated Princess whose birth was prophesied by a little green frog. At the royal Christening for Briar-Rose it was the tradition to have a huge feast and invite all of the fairies of the land to come and bestow "gifts" upon the new Princess. There were 13 ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Tips on using decorative moldings: 2 of 5
Decorative molding can turn an ordinary room into an anything but ordinary room. And the great thing about it, is that anyone can do it! Molding can be purchased at a reasonable price at many large home improvement stores, unlike in the old days when if you wanted molding, you had to have a whole woodworking shop and special ... More..
Arts & Humanities > American Literature Literary analysis: The Lottery, by Shirley Jackson: 2 of 5
Written in 1948, The Lottery, by Shirley Jackson is a work of fiction that demonstrates conformity and rebellion while suggesting that the lottery is a ritualistic ceremony. Born in 1919, Jackson struggled her whole life with depression. Her marriage to Stanley Edgar Hyman produced four children, and Jackson maintained a tedi... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Which makes a better pet: A dog or a cat?: 83 of 207
I have had both a Dog and a Cat for pets in my lifetime. It is my opinion and personal experience that a Dog definitely makes the superior pet, here is why:Pros for Dogs:Dog is mans best friend. They didn't just come up with this "catch phrase" as a marketing tactic. Dogs are truly loyal and kind to man. Their whole existence... More..
Health & Fitness > Eating Disorders Recognizing the signs and symptoms of anorexia in teen girls: 7 of 17
Despite many common misconceptions, anorexia though it is an eating disorder has less to do with weight loss than people think- it has more to do with control and being in control of ones self. First classified as an official psychiatric disorder in 1980, it is a growing problem among teenage girls, though it is not limited t... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Health (Other) Book reviews: Natural Cures "They" Don't Want You to Know About, by Kevin Trudeau: 7 of 17
Have you ever wondered why his books are titled "Natural Cures They Don't Want you To Know About?" Perhaps it is because if they read his books, he would be liable for deceit and literary perfidy. And who is the "They" that I refer to? Let's try the Federal Trade Commission for one. Or maybe the FDA? At any rate, whomever the... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Dealing with abusive bosses: 13 of 31
Abuse from an employer, can come in many forms. It can include being verbally, emotionally, physically or sexually harassed/abused. The truth is that workplace abuse has very little to do with anger, and a lot to do with power. Bosses are not required to be nice or even to like us. By law, they are only required not to discri... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Antidepressants and weight gain: What you should know: 8 of 18
I have taken antidepressants for years because I suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. I have tried going with out, and decided that for better quality of life, it is best for me to take antidepressants. Having made this decision in my life, I expected the rest to come easily. I figured the doctor would prescribe a medica... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Archives Christmas 2007: Gift ideas for teen girls under $10: 4 of 9
Buying gifts can be tough. Buying gifts for girls can be a bit more challenging. Add into that the age factor- teenagers can be cantankerous and picky, and then factor in that you are on a budget, you cannot spend more than $10.00. Don't worry, I'm not setting you up for failure and this is not a trick. You can actually buy a... More..
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals Career change success stories: 10 of 22
People make career changes for a variety of reasons. One major reason is because our generation isn't as lucky as our parent's, we unfortunately will have no pensions waiting in the wings for us, and by the time we need it, social security benefits will be a thing of the past as well. If we are going to retire, we are going t... More..