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I am an active duty sailor in the United States Navy. I have a new baby girl, a 14 year old step son and am happily married to a Navy man. I am interested in writing and am looking into options for a career after the Navy.

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Travel > United States Travel destinations: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: 1 of 8
Waves crashing in the distance; a cool breeze drifting off the sea; echoes of laughter all of these things help to create the romantic atmosphere of Myrtle Beach. This South Carolina city, offering accommodations for visitors of all ages, is the perfect destination for your next vacation. From children's museums, aquariums an... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Customized Christmas postage: Send greeting cards with something extra: 2 of 5
The holidays are filled with many traditions that bring warmth to the heart and a smile to your face. Receiving Christmas cards is wonderful, even when it's the only correspondence you've had with someone all year. The feeling that they remembered you and thought enough to mail you a card to wish you a Merry Christmas is just... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adolescence Does competition help or hurt young people?: 32 of 65
Competition breeds hard working, the desire to do your best, promotes self esteem, teaches many lessons that carry over into everyday life. While some people are set that competition is bad for young people and that losing is detrimental to their development I disagree. Competition is everywhere and when it is encouraged alon... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Working Parents Returning to work after maternity leave: 13 of 26
As your little one starts to get a little bigger and you both start to fall into the same routine your maternity leave is winding down. This presents several dilemmas that you are forced to face; where will your baby stay while you are at work; will his/her caregiver replace you in your baby's heart; will you lose the bond th... More..
Travel > United States Travel destinations: Yakima Valley, Washington: 1 of 1
I am amazed at just how many secret treasures we have right here in the United States. Many people think that the perfect vacation is to one of the many islands in the Caribbean. While the tropical paradise is definitely something to experience; they are all the same. Sure there are minor differences between the islands, but ... More..
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics Symptoms of brain tumor in children: 1 of 1
When our children are sick a million scary thoughts rush through our heads as parents most of the time their ailments are easily resolved, but what about when the symptoms don't subside within a few days. One of the scariest of unknown possibilities is a brain tumor, while it is enough to knock an adult down to their knees im... More..
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics Head lice prevention tips: 1 of 1
Preventing head lice is both easy and difficult. Head lice are spread by direct contact with the head, head, clothing or belongings of an infected person. The best line of defense against lice is to stay away, by not sharing items that may have come into direct contact with an infected person's head and hair you are at the gr... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics Which foods have a low Glycemic Index?: 1 of 1
The glycemic index is a ranking system that compares carbohydrates gram for gram in individual foods on their effect on blood glucose levels. Blood glucose or blood sugar is the body's primary energy source. The glycemic index, which was developed in 1981 by Dr. David Jenkins from the University of Toronto, assigns a numeric ... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics How moderate exercise cuts risk of metabolic syndrome: 1 of 1
Metabolic syndrome, or Syndrome X, is a potentially life threatening condition affecting between 25 and 40 percent of Americans over the age of 40. It is believed to be cause by insulin resistance, a biochemical condition causing excess weight gain, and hyperinsulinemia, too much insulin. The condition is commonly associated ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking Tips for heli-hiking: 1 of 1
Heli-hiking is a fun and exciting way to explore some of the most beautiful and majestic landscapes in the world. Heli-hiking allows even the most inexperienced hikers to enjoy the great outdoors in a safe guided and easy paced environment. The way these hikes work, you along with your group and experienced guide take a helic... More..