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I am a published author in Children's Literature. I have written several articles in both adult and children's magazines. I have completed three novels, two mysteries and one science fiction. They have received several rejections. I am in the process of revision,

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Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day How Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world: 1 of 15
How Valentine's Day is celebrated around the World Celebrating Valentine's Day in Paris, France sounds like the ideal place for such a romantic day. Just being there is filled with love and happiness. Many lovers go to Montmartie's Wall to see the expressions of love. There are over 300 different languages with romantic vers... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball (Other) The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum (Cooperstown, NY): 1 of 9
THERE IS ANOTHER BASEBALL MUSEUM Cooperstown isn't the only museum for baseball enthusiast. A trip to Kentucky and the working factory of the Louisville Slugger will delight fans of all ages The Louisville Slugger Museum at the corner of 8th and Main Street in Louisville, Kentucky, can also be visited in any season. Just sto... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > St. Patrick's Day St. Patrick's Day activities for the family: 1 of 6
The little green fairy or Leprechaun of St. Patrick's fame is urging you and your family to join him on a fun filled scavenger hunt. What a great way to welcome spring, teach some folklore about St. Patrick and spend quality time with the children. Start the day off with green eggs and ham and of course green milk. The famou... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Thanksgiving Food ideas for a non-traditional Thanksgiving dinner: 4 of 16
It is difficult to tell what a traditional thanksgiving dinner is today. Many Americans go with the turkey, stuffing, corn, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce as the first choice. Families in Texas feast on quail. Families on the west coast indulge on Dungeness crabs. Irish families enjoy a delicious prime rib dinner. The ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Thanksgiving Thanksgiving facts: Food of the first Thanksgiving: 3 of 12
Thanksgiving was an ancient and universal custom dating back to the Greeks and Romans. The Greeks honored Demeter, the goddess of agriculture. The Romans honored Ceres, the goddess of corn. Did these early celebrations lead to today's thanksgiving? The Pilgrims left England in search of religious freedom. They suffered a fou... More..
Sciences > Astronomy All you want to know about sun dogs: 3 of 10
Mother Nature's Dogs Combining the sun with ice crystals seems like an impossible task, but leaves it to Mother Nature to produce yet another beautiful image on her atmospheric canvas. One of these images is called a "sun dog" or "mock suns." Sun dogs are bright white bursts of light, or can be colored spots caused by the pr... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Thanksgiving Best places to visit at Thanksgiving in the US: 3 of 9
The number one place to visit during Thanksgiving holiday has to be Plymouth, Massachusetts. The celebration is so organized; you and your family can partake of all the festivities and still make it to Grandma's house or your house for the Thursday dinner. The celebration of America's Hometown is held the week-end before Tha... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How Tu Bishvat is celebrated in Israel: 1 of 3
How is Tu Bishvat Celebrated in Israel? Tu Bishvat, an agricultural holiday, is used as the cut-off date in the Hebrew calendar for calculating the age of a fruit-bearing tree. Fruit is not considered kosher if eaten before its fifth year. The Jewish congregation in Israel plan special festivals involving the fruits from the... More..
Sports & Recreation > Winter Sports (Other) What is the Curse of LaBonte?: 1 of 3
The legend of the curse of LaBonte started with a curling match between Canada and the United States. Canada was undefeated and considered the world champs. The Canadians take the game of curling very serious. Curling is often referred to as shuffleboard on ice.' Curling is a game of sportsmanship, skill and strategy. Curlin... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Life Losing a baby: A mother's experience: 10 of 24
THE PART OF ME IN HEAVEN Michael got mail today. Let the Army pay for your college education the envelope stated. The Navy, Air Force, Marines, they all sent letters look to your future,' join us today.' I did the same to the letter as I have done to all other mailings. I ripped them into pieces, each tear with a little more... More..