: About Me

Words can touch a hurting soul, bring laughter to our lives and give us the opportunity to share a tiny bit of ourselves with one another. My passion for writing sat idle while raising my family. Now that the "empty nest" has become a reality, I decided it is now or never.

With the encouragement of family and friends, I have begun a new adventure and found an amazing challenge.

I love to read, travel, garden and volunteer for a wonderful non-for-profit foundation for childhood cancer, created because of a young man that lived too short a life but taught us how important it is to make a difference in our small corner of the world.

Here at Helium I am doing just that, attempting to make a difference and living a life long dream to write. With the guidance of staff and other members, I have begun a new journey.

As the new Channel Manager of Friendship Advice, I hope to encourage writers to share their wisdom regarding the many issues of friendships, using their experience to write magazine style articles. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments regarding this Channel and I will be happy to assist.

I believe the learning has just begun and hope somewhere along the way to touch a soul or two with my words.

"They say dreams are the windows of the soul-take a peek and you can see the inner workings, the nuts and bolts." Henry Bromel

My passion is ...

writing

My parents always told me ...

to treat others the way I want to be treated

My childhood ambition ...

be a mom

My favorite memory ...

the beach with my family

Why I write ...

to share and express myself

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

country music

My first job ...

Dental assistant

My best moment ...

wedding day

My inspiration ...

a friend named Mark, who died last year, age 18 of cancer

Relationships & Family > Friendship Issues & Advice How to prepare a guest room for your guests

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Preparing for friends or family to visit takes a little time and consideration.  You will want to make them as comfortable as possible so don’t wait until the last minute to begin your preparations.  A guest room allows your guest to have a bit of privacy and with a little forethought on your part; you can make their stay a memorable one. ~Cleanliness Begin with a thorough cleaning.  Strip down the bedding and wash all sheets, blankets and bedspreads.  Most comforters and bedspreads are machine washable but be sure to check the label and dry-clean if necessary.&nb...

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