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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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Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking What to look for when buying women's hiking shoes: 2 of 9
As with any other type of shoe, there are several factors to be considered when buying a pair of hiking shoes. Sometimes, no matter how hard you search, you may not be able to find a pair of shoes that meet all of your criteria. The pair you purchase may simply be the pair that met more of your criteria than any other pair. ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Tips & Tricks Hints and cheats for The Sims 2: 2 of 9
I have played Sims for a while, but haven't gotten as much into it as other players. Therefore, I'm not really familiar with a lot of the cheat codes that can be used to enhance one's experience while playing Sims. Recently while playing Sims 2, I had a family of Sims where the parents wouldn't really take care of the baby b... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Guy food for your Super Bowl party: 4 of 17
When you're hosting a party, the last thing you want to do is spend all your time in the kitchen. With Super Bowl XLII and Mardi Gras coming up, I thought I'd share a few family favorites that are quick and easy to prepare, and budget-friendly as well. 1. Barbecued Smokies. This is possibly the easiest snack recipe known to ... More..
Food & Drink > Coffee Coffee: McDonald's vs. Starbucks: 1 of 4
I worked for Starbucks for around a year. I started out as a barista in December 2005, was asked to train for shift manager in March 2006, and became a learning coach in April 2006. I finished my training for shift manager in August 2006, but transferred to a new store a few states away, and my promotion was put on hold unti... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care How to heal dry, cracked feet: 1 of 4
Winter is perhaps the harshest season for skin. Even though our feet are usually covered during the winter, the skin can become rough, dry, and cracked. Keeping your feet soft and healthy during the winter doesn't take a lot of time or effort. With just a few minutes a week, you can keep your feet in tip-top shape! This proc... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives Assessing John Edwards' chances for the 2008 Democratic primaries: 4 of 14
On January 18, I had the opportunity to go to Oklahoma City and spend the day with some old military friends of mine. While I was there, they invited me to go down to the local teamsters union with them to hear John Edwards, one of the Democratic presidential hopefuls, speak to teamsters and their families. While I'm not a h... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Tributes to Elvis 30 years on: 2 of 7
This past August marked the 30th anniversary of the day that Elvis passed away. I was never fortunate enough to meet Elvis, since I was born only 24 days before he left this earth. I have been an Elvis fan ever since I can remember, though I don't really remember how I came to be an Elvis fan - my parents didn't listen to hi... More..
Autos > Motorcycles & Scooters Recommended motorcycles for beginners: 3 of 10
There are a lot of great motorcycles on the market for the beginning rider. The key is to get something that fits your body, riding style, and budget. I searched for a long time before I found the right bike for me. Well, I actually found the right bike on the first day, but tried out about 10 other bikes to make sure my fir... More..
Autos > Gas & Oil Servicing DIY automotive maintenance: How to change the oil: 7 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 ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Political Philosophy What is wrong with this world?: 38 of 123

Recently, we saw reports from Cleveland, Ohio of another disgusting crime. Apparently a group of at least three young thugs viciously attacked a homeless man for no good reason on Wednesday. The man, 42-year-old Anthony Waters, was severely beaten on a street on Cleveland's east side, and was robbed of his music player and h... More..