: About Me

Writing has been a passion and an important outlet in my life. Born in Belgium, I lived in South Africa for fifteen years before moving to Toronto, Canada, where I now live. As they say, "life is a journey," and I try to use all of my varied experiences and exposure to diverse cultures to enrich my writing.

Another passion in my life is a deep love of animals. Cats are especially close to my heart, and I use my writing to bring awareness to their issues. Most importantly, I try to focus on the critical need to educate more people about the importance of neutering their pets, and encouraging support of local animal rescue organizations.

Earlier this year I released a book entitled, "Kitten Diaries." Both stories in "Kitten Diaries" are based on real cats and, although their humorous adventures are fanciful, both are based on a real life event. First there is "Chanel's Story" about the time when I adopted my wonderful cat, Chanel, at an animal shelter. This story is followed by "Queeny's Diary" and is about a kitten sent to spend time with family friends while her owners go on vacation. Fur flies when Queeny finds herself at the mercy of a household full of older cats.

I also have opinions and points of view that I like to share here on Helium. Networking with other writers, sharing ideas and stories has been an especially enriching experience.

My next two projects will be more children's stories with cats, and even a ferret, as characters. Then I step into the workplace for a serious expose about temporary workers (aka temps) in the office. If you think you know what it means to have a temporary job, think again.

Please check out my website http://www.wix.com/connymanero/home for further updates.

My passion is ...

Writing and cats

I know too much about ...

Temporary work

My parents always told me ...

You're walking with your head in the clouds

My childhood ambition ...

Being a veterinarian or hair stylist

My favorite memory ...

The six weeks I spend with the guy of my dreams

Why I write ...

Because there is so much to write about

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

Gypsy

My first job ...

Assembling electrical equipment

My best moment ...

Is yet to come

My inspiration ...

A blanc sheet of paper

Sports & Recreation > Auto Racing (Other) High speed car racing: Should Daytona and Talladega be banned?

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"Gentlemen, start your engines!" Are there four more exciting words in the world of motor sport? Every Sunday thousands of racing enthusiasts flock to the NASCAR circuits and millions take their seats in front of their televisions for three hours of excitement on wheels. The Daytona and Talladega circuits are undoubtedly two of the most dangerous racing tracks. Both are super speedways, allowing racers to get the maximum power out of their car engines. Other tracks, such as Bristol and Martinsville are merely raceways, also known as short tracks, where maximum speed only reaches 135 miles ...

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