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I am a writer about life, whether it is an experience with my children or grandchildren, a review of a new restaurant I've tried or a trip I've taken. I will be there telling you what I have taught my family or where to stay, where to eat or what to see on

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Family: 5 of 162

When Frogs Unite What a beautiful day, I thought, meandering toward my tiny goldfish pond. I could hear the frog singing before I got there. Usually the frogs would stop singing and dive to the depths of the little pond when I arrived. But this day things were going to be different. This day he just sat there and sang. The f...
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Cold and flu remedy reviews: NyQuil: 1 of 8

Nyquil, the nighttime cold and flu remedy offered by Vicks, has been a staple in our home through cold and flu seasons for years. I am not fond of the flavor of the mentholated version of Nyquil. However, I prefer it over the newer cherry flavor or the caplets. Why? I find the menthol goes right to work opening my blocked na...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Life: 23 of 157

Researching a Memory My original plan was to write a memoir titled, "My First Kiss Missed". It was a story about attending first and second grade in a little two-roomed schoolhouse. Marty Murray had informed me that when recess rolled around, he intended to kiss me, and I intended to let him. However, during that mornings' s...
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should smoking be allowed in public places?: 43 of 182

A ban on smoking in public places is not about health issues. It is about the rights of the American public. It is about money. The question that comes to my mind is what are public places? Is it a privately owned business? Is a public place out in the open air? If the United States Government thinks it can somehow protect i...
Pets & Animals > Dog Accessories Product comparisons: Puppy training pads: 1 of 3

When your dog is smaller than the layer of snow on the ground, you cannot rely on them going outside for their bathroom needs. You must depend on Puppy Training Pads to do the job. This article will look at the three available brands in my local discount store; Hartz Training Pads (R), Out Puppy Pads (R) and Huppy Puppy Trai...
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Understanding copyright law: 7 of 14

Recently, I came across a group that seemed confused as to what right they had to my material-my work. I have been known to "donate" my work before, but that option was never discussed with me in this instance. So, I have decided to create a short, simple explanation of copyrights for all to find and understand. Copyright La...
Food & Drink > Cooking with Spices & Herbs Tips for cooking with lavender: 1 of 2

I love lavender. I love the way lavender looks, the way lavender smells, the way lavender works and the way lavender tastes. Yes, I said tastes. I have been experimenting with cooking with lavender. Lavender flowers, *fresh or dried make a great addition to salads, used as a garnish for deserts or beverages. *Note: Use 1/3 t...
Health & Fitness > Vision Living with macular degeneration: 1 of 1

I have Macular Degeneration. I am one of the lucky ones. One day I was driving along a busy street in our city, when all of a sudden, I was blind. My retina had burst. A visit to the eye doctor quickly revealed not only the burst retina, but an eye disorder that seems prominent in my family, Macular Degeneration. What is Mac...
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Tips for choosing over-the-counter cold and flu remedies: 3 of 5

Oh my! So many cold and flu remedies to choose from. How can you decide which one is right for you? The task of choosing the right over the counter remedy can be daunting. Even if you have heard of a good over the counter medicine and you think you know what you are going after. Often when you arrive at the pharmacy, you can...
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Comparison of racism today to racism of the early 1900s: 4 of 6

I don't consider myself very old, though I often refer to myself as such. Schoolchildren look younger every year. I was teaching an online beginners writing class. My students ranged from teenagers, usually ESL students, to young mothers who wanted to brush up on grammar, to grandmothers that wanted to learn proper form. It ...