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Rissa was born with the soul of a writer and would often tell tall tales as a child.

Her published articles can be found on the internet at Associated Content, Naturaldepressionfight.com and Ehow.

Rissa has held a variety of jobs from accounting to working

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Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) Eczema: Symptoms and treatment: 18 of 30
Eczema, sometimes known as Atopic Dermatitis, is more than just a little rash. Eczema can leave in its wake disfigurement, depression and a reduced quality of life. It can cause feelings of isolation that can be overwhelming. Eczema sufferers should not give up hope, because eczema can be controlled. Many people who suffer f... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) Recognizing real-life heroes: 24 of 36
Senator John McCain is a hero. A hero is defined in part as someone who fights for a cause, someone who watches over others. While some may dispute whether his war record was heroic or not, none can dispute that he is a hero to our family. Senator John McCain became our hero when he granted a dying mother her final wish. Thi... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Tips for buying shoes online: 5 of 7
Want to save hundreds of dollars and still get brand name designer shoes? Is it possible to buy Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole and Anne Klein shoes for less than $25? Yes you can by skipping the mall and shoe shopping online. Many people feel they can't shop for shoes online because they need to try them on first. With online ... More..
Personal Finance > Auto Insurance Guide to shopping for New York auto insurance online: 3 of 4
Shopping for car insurance in New York can be as scary as walking through Central Park at night. One wrong move could cost you everything. Once you were at the mercy of your insurance agent. You squirmed in their office as they threw out terms such as PIP and Gap. You signed a check over but never knew if you were getting a ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Children's bedtime stories: 24 of 31
Once there was a lobster in the ocean. He was very sad because he always wanted to know what was out in the world beyond the sea. One day he decided to be brave. He crawled out of the sea and walked onto the beach. What a different world he had found! It was nice and warm out of the sea. There were no fishes trying to eat yo... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips The importance of drinking plenty of water: 11 of 14
Water is the universal solvent. This phrase has stuck in my mind since 7th grade chemistry class. It means water has the ability to dissolve anything. With all due respect to my chemistry teacher, this phrase is inaccurate because water is not truly a universal solvent. It does dissolve a lot of things, as the Grand Canyon c... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife Have you ever received signs from a loved one who has passed to the other side: 24 of 29
Hummingbirds have long been part of myths and legends. The Mayans believed the bird to be the sun in disguise courting a beautiful woman who is the moon. Hopi and Zuni legends tell of hummingbirds convincing the gods to bring rain to help humans. Aztecs believed the god of music and poetry took the form of a hummingbird and ... More..
Health & Fitness > Heart Disease & Heart Attack Signs and symptoms of a heart attack in women: 8 of 9
Heart disease kills more women than cancer. Think of two friends; statistically, one of you is suffering from heart disease. Many women think of men when it comes to heart disease. You wouldn't hesitate to call 911 if your husband was having heart attack symptoms. What would you do if you had heart attack symptoms? Would you... More..
Personal Finance > Spending & Saving (Other) Federal government economic stimulus deal: How will you spend your rebate check?: 46 of 51
President Bush's proposed fiscal stimulus package could cost the government more than $150 billion. Is it worth the cost? The average American family with 3 kids could be getting a $2,100 tax rebate. How much can this really help the economy? What can you do to help the economy with your new financial windfall? The governmen... More..
Personal Finance > Home Insurance Hurricane insurance: Steps for hurricane insurance preparedness: 5 of 5
Hurricane season is once again upon us. If you have been hit by the recent storms, do you know what to expect from your insurance company? Many people don't know what is covered and what is not. You as the insured have responsibilities as well. Here are some helpful tips to know before talking to your insurance company. Hurr... More..