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About me - Irene Moran

While my first name is Irene, I have used Ann or Annie all my life. (44 years of it! ouch)
(long story but the short version: First Born Family Tradition)
I live in paradise in North Queensland.
I love writing! I love reading! I love life!

I have a diploma in

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Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Behind the name: Logan: 1 of 18
MEANING OF THE NAME LOGAN:(masculine)"From the Hollow"(feminine) "Nobility"ORIGIN & HISTORY:Logan in the masculine is of Gaelic Origin. Historically, the name was originally a surname for a clan that resided in the Scottish Highlands. The first recorded mention of the surname was of Robert Logan, in the year 1204.Logan in the... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Good vs. evil: 3 of 36
It's a question asked too oftenand the answer all depends,on how your soul is nurtured;as to how your life will end.Some believe in heaven,of paradise above.Others of the deviland a place that knows no love.But if you stopped to take a momentand have a look around,though there's evidence of evilthere's more good to be found.I... More..
Religion & Spirituality > New Age Concepts Scientology: Religion or cult?: 5 of 36
The Church of Scientology was founded by L. Ron Hubbard in 1952 and was based on his own beliefs and related practices. Brought to prominence in the 1980's when it experienced a huge period of upheaval with not only stories of its unorthodox practices, but tales of greed, corruption and heavy handed tactics, it is now again i... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Behind the name: Brayden: 2 of 11
ETYMOLOGY: BRAYDEN (masculine) "Wide Hillside" BRAYDEN (feminine) "Freckled"ORIGIN & HISTORY: Brayden in the masculine form is of Old English origin.In the feminine form its origin is Welsh.Other given meanings of Brayden are derived from the alternative spellings, such as the Gaelic, Braden, meaning "Salmon" and from the Iri... More..
Travel > Vacations Guide to family vacations in San Diego, California: 3 of 14
Do you want to be the coolest parent in the world?Want your children to idolize the very ground you walk on? Then tell them you're all going to San Diego for the holidays!San Diego is one of the most children friendly, family oriented holiday destinations around. With an assortment of theme parks to amuse, many museums to edu... More..
Local Guides > San Diego Best attractions in San Diego, California: 7 of 31
If the thought of a vacation conjures images of arguments over where to go, what to do, bored kids and total mayhem; then San Diego is the place for you. In fact, if you can't find activities in San Diego and its surrounding region to cater for everyone, you're simply not looking. And if also, like this ill informed tourist, ... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Alternative cold remedies and treatments: 4 of 14
Acute viral nasopharyngitis! A mouthful isn't it? How about acute coryza?Both medical terminology for what us average folk refer to as, 'The Common Cold'There is no cure for the common cold; a contagious viral infection that effects the upper respiratory system. Numerous products are available to help lessen the symptoms, but... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts Memories: How I learned to knit: 7 of 24
"Learn to knit and you'll never go cold!" famous words spoken by - my mother.To this day I can not understand her logic. It costs me far more to make that jumper than to simply buy it and I get to wear it in less time as well!However, there's no denying that the sense of pride and achievement you get when you pull that home m... More..
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish Saltwater aquariums: Critical water parameters for reef tanks: 9 of 27
Nitrates, PH, Alkalinity, Magnesium, Phosphates......You're forgiven if it feels like you need a science degree to manage your salt water reef tank. It can be daunting at first but the beauty of a coral reef is worth the extra effort they demand to maintain.Not that long ago, even the most experienced salt water aquarium enth... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Is Britney Spears a danger to her children?: 8 of 20
Is Britney a danger to her children? No. Society however, most definitely is.If as much time, energy and money from the media and society, was given to children who really are in danger; rather than focusing on a troubled celebrity, what a difference that would make.* Is the parent who forsakes the safety of their child for t... More..