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Originally from southern Indiana, Maggie O'Leary has been serving her country in the United States military for over ten years. Ms. O'Leary is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Ms. O'Leary currently serves as a Paralegal and a Public Affairs Specialist,

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Relationships & Family > Family Life Secrets of organized families: 1 of 18
With today's hectic pace, a lot of us are looking for easy house-cleaning tips, to help us keep our houses presentable, but not take away from our time that we can spend with our families. I have found several great tips for keeping my house presentable. Now I never have to worry about unexpected guests dropping by - my house... More..
Jobs & Careers > Online Jobs (Other) Finding paid work from home: 3 of 41
The big thing in today's society is that more and more people are looking for legitimate work-from-home businesses. There are a lot of scams out there. This article will help you recognize and avoid some of them. The biggest thing to remember is that if it costs YOU money to get started, it's probably a scam, except in a few ... More..
Relationships & Family > New & Old Friends How to keep a nearly lost friendship alive: 2 of 20
Friendships come and go. With the pace of today's society, it's hard to make new friends. It's always a great thing when you can repair a friendship and keep your relationship strong. The hard part is figuring out how to handle situations. Here are a few tips that I have found helpful in difficult situations with friends. Rem... More..
Education > School Bullying & Violence School massacres and violence in the United States: 1 of 9
Last month, a student was wounded in a drive-by shooting at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. According to a report on Yahoo news, two men were believed to have been involved in the shooting were seen driving away after the crime took place. These two suspects were later arrested. The day after the shooting, I sat do... More..
Autos > Gas & Oil Servicing DIY automotive maintenance: How to change the oil: 3 of 23
Changing the oil in a vehicle is really a simple task. The hardest part is simply getting started. While all vehicles are different, the following tips will work on every vehicle.First, you'll need to purchase the proper oil and a new oil filter for your vehicle. Any auto parts store, and even Wal-Mart, can help you figure ou... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Do we mourn only for the Virginia Tech victims?: 3 of 22
Today, Saturday, January 5, 2008, marks the one-year anniversary of the disappearance of Jodi Sanderholm. Jodi was only 19 years old when she disappeared from the local Subway on a sunny and cold afternoon. No one could have guessed the tragic turn of events that would mark the end of her life.Jodi was one of the brightest ri... More..
Sciences > Atmosphere & Weather Rare January tornadoes rip the Midwest: 1 of 7
Indiana is another of the many states that claims that if you don't like the weather, just wait a few minutes, and it will change. They've certainly proven that old saying to be true this week. In southwestern Indiana, they've seen spring and summer temperatures, tornadoes, deadly winds, and snowstorms, all in the course of o... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Warning signs of depression: 1 of 7
Depression is a silent killer. Many people hide their feelings of depression from their families and friends, keeping the 'happy face' displayed in public view, and suffering alone. For years, I was one of those people. I was ashamed to tell people that I was having problems - so I kept my issues to myself. I smiled to everyo... More..
Jobs & Careers > Online Surveys & Pay to Click Can surveys and other online gigs pay your bills?: 4 of 27
About a year ago, a friend referred me to some online survey websites, and claimed that I could make tons of money doing surveys. I'll try just about anything once, so I joined three websites, and set out to determine if my friend was on the right track. After about two months of doing surveys each day for about thirty minute... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gifts that give back: 7 of 45
There are a lot of ways to give back during the holiday season. While there are many deserving charities out there, I have listed a few to get you started. Donating to these charities is as simple as giving a few dollars at the register, or at the door of your favorite retail store.The Salvation Army is an obvious choice, if ... More..