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I live with my husband and daughter in the upper midwest, where I work in the mental health field.

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Computers & Technology > Business & Office Software How to improve your PowerPoint presentations: 1 of 15
PowerPoint is just one of the great tools available in the Microsoft Office Suite. With PowerPoint, anyone can make a beautiful presentation for a class, meeting, professional talk, or anything else that may require a sophisticated presentation. On the other hand, a poorly developed PowerPoint presentation can effectively rui... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues What not to do in an argument ...: 3 of 30
Arguments are an inevitable and normal part of every relationship. Because we are unique, we don't always agree with each other. Arguments can tear relationships apart, or knit people closer together. Some arguments cannot end well, no matter the effort people put into keeping the relationship. However, the result of many arg... More..
Pets & Animals > Cats (Other) Care tips for having cats around a new baby: 1 of 10
I remember the joy of preparing for my daughter's birth. I also remember answering questions about my cats. Questions from my parents, my in-laws, my friends, people I didn't even know that well."Do you think it's a good idea to have two cats with a baby in the house?""What if the cats jump in the crib?""Aren't you afraid the... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women Best baby gifts for new mothers: 24 of 89
Finding the perfect baby gift can be a struggle. It can be hard to decide whether to buy something from the registry or try to find something unique or personalized. We all like to give gifts that will be wanted and needed.Some items should always be bought from the registry. New moms spend a lot of time and effort planning f... More..
Hobbies & Games > Role Playing & War Games Dungeons and Dragons: Tips for dungeon masters: 7 of 21
The role of Dungeon Master has always been my favorite part to play. It's not that I don't like playing a character, and it's not the power of being in control of the whole game. No, what I like is being immersed in all aspects of the adventure and the careful orchestration of it's events. I like being able to see how all par... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The cowgirl mystery: 5 of 12
One Wild RideSuspects:1. Danielle2. Steph3. Joani4. Mrs. WagnerStory:It was a sunny afternoon. Joani, Danielle, Callie, and Steph waited for their turns at the rodeo. The barrel races were the third event, and all four girls felt nervous as they waited. Joani was the first to ride. She executed a great run; turning with preci... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The cocktail party mystery: 8 of 19
Made In ChinaThe Suspects:1. Amelia McKenzie2. Elroy McKenzie3. Benita Bluette4. Leland Osgood5. Brant, the butlerThe Story:The party was going off smashingly. Loretta looked around proudly. The hor'duorves were perfect, the music was charming, and the guests were waiting for her announcement. A buzz of excitement ran through... More..
Health & Fitness > Sleep Disorders How to cure insomnia: 12 of 27
Insomnia affects a large number of people, and can arise for a variety of reasons. It is always a good idea to seek the advice of a physician for treatment of symptoms that affect your health. There are also a number of things a person can try at home to get relief from insomnia. Changes in sleep pattern usually occur over a ... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Recipes: Wontons: 1 of 2
This is an adaptation of my mother's recipe for wontons. She brought this recipe with her from Korea. As with all good home-cooking, I learned this recipe mainly through experience in Mom's kitchen. As a result, the measurements given are my best estimates. You may need to alter amounts slightly to taste.These wontons are gre... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods How to fold wontons for different types of recipes: 1 of 1
Wontons can be folded in a variety of shapes that range from utilitarian to decorative. The best way to fold wontons will depend on how they are going to be cooked, and the way they will be presented. Wontons served in soup should be folded as simply as possible, since it is likely the skins will suffer tears and stretching w... More..