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Martha started her career working on the production side of the newspaper/magazine industry working for such publications as The Thrifty Nickle, The New Mexico Independent and as a Production Coordinator for Reddy Communications, a consulting/information research

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Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: St. Patrick's Day: 1 of 25
This article includes a collection of Irish Recipes but there are some little-known facts about what some consider traditional Irish fare:Corned Beef: Each year, thousands of Irish Americans gather with their loved ones on St. Patrick's Day to share a "traditional" meal of corned beef and cabbage. Though cabbage has long been... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Halloween-themed food: 1 of 22
Halloween is a holiday fraught in tradition and religious controversy but for kids it's just a fun holiday to act silly. Here are some of the recipes that I have collected over the years that have brought a smile to the faces of my children.Mice(Makes 6)6 Hard boiled eggs1 black olive, choppedRadishes, 12 round, thin slices1/... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football (Other) How to throw a great Super Bowl party: 1 of 19
Superbowl Sunday! Otherwise known as "National Snack Day!" The only thing you need for a great Superbowl party is a TV, great friends and a great menu. So, what's on the menu? Beer, of course. Cold, in a frosty football-themed mug and the following munchies close at hand. You also need to have plenty of other ice cold drinks ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Bedroom decor: How to design a Disney Cars theme bedroom: 1 of 17
The popular Disney movie Cars provides lots of inspiration for creative parents who may be seeking to encourage their children to sleep in their own beds. The Disney Cars theme can even be expanded in order to teach children important vehicle safety rules. It is easy to design your Disney Cars theme room even if you are on a ... More..
Personal Finance > Credit Cards Evaluating the need for credit cards: 1 of 14
As I watch the news each day, with everything happening in the markets, I can't help but glean a certain amount of happiness with each bank that falls. I am praying with every fiber of my being that without the backing of the banks, credit card companies will be next. Quite frankly, I think that the business of credit card co... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 US elections 2008: Issues that decide the vote: 2 of 24
Free trade agreements, border security and immigration are all issues that are interrelated and are key issues that will decide the 2008 Presidential Election. One would think that adequate border security would have been in place before considering trade agreements or the loosening of legal immigration policies, but that has... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Celebrating Valentine's Day: 1 of 12
The desire for love in human nature is so strong that we look for it everywhere. We honor that desire by setting aside Saint Valentine's Day as a time for observance and remembrance of loves found and love lost.From the moment we are born, we crave unconditional love; first from our parents and family and then from romantic i... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Views on illegal immigration in the US: 19 of 212
First off, I am not against legal immigration to the United States, although I don't see why Mexican nationals should be given preference over every other nationality when it comes to immigration to the United States.My family has four generations of members that have proudly served in our United States military, at a great c... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope How to be an effective parent from prison: 1 of 11
Everyone makes poor decisions at some point in their lives, some of those decisions can unfortunately get you incarcerated but there are also, unfortunately, some people that are in prison that happen to be innocent of the crimes for which they are serving time. There are also many other circumstances, especially with women, ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center What is the responsibility of American companies and consumers for unsafe working conditions in Chinese factories?: 9 of 97
Recent U.S. media reports about unsafe working conditions in Chinese factories, along with the troubles reported about the safety of food and toy imports from China are bringing to the forefront the economic problems that the Chinese people have long been facing. These problems have prompted United States leaders, to put pres... More..