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About me - Wendy Lafond

I am a christian, a writer, a mother, and now a grandmother.
I have three wonderful, grown children.
My daughter is now raising her four children.
My oldest son is raising three.
My youngest son is enjoying being an uncle for now.
He wants to be more secure before

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Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How driving slowly saves gas: 3 of 9
Slowing down your driving is a major factor in slowing down your fuel consumption. It consists of more than just slowing down your top speed while on the highway, it also means slowing down your take-offs and letting off the accelerator sooner when approaching a stop.In the same way as when you turn on your water faucet, when... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How to use passive solar design in construction: 3 of 9
The use of passive solar design is not new, it has been around for centuries, but with the skyrocketing cost of fossil fuels, it is becoming popular once more. Passive solar design is a method of incorporating specific building materials, the sun's natural energy, location, and building design to create a building that can re... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Walking and the environment: 7 of 18
Walking used to be considered just a pass-time or an exercise for the older, more fragile members of society. Not any more. Walking is now considered to be an expression of environmental awareness and energy conservation. I hope to convince you to add to it and make it bigger, better, and bolder. Walking can make a great impa... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How renewable energy can reduce the burden on natural gas: 4 of 10
Natural gas is the number one fuel used for home heating and cooking. Natural gas also supplies business, hospitals, industry, and many other buildings with heat, electricity, and cooking fuel. It comprises 23 percent of the nations energy supply. Still behind petroleum, which comprises 40 percent, it is still the second larg... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Coal bed methane discovered in Wyoming, US: Destroying the land for the sake of fuel: 2 of 5
Coal bed methane (CBM) deposits are plentiful throughout Wyoming. So is a natural beauty that is unmatched elsewhere and an abundance of humans, wildlife, and vegetation that is a precious commodity in our world. Wyoming's natural habitats are being destroyed at a rapid rate and not only is the government allowing it, they ar... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Military Aircraft All about the F-15 Eagle: 2 of 4
The F-15 is an all-weather, exceptionally maneuverable, tactical fighter whose dominance of the air is attained through a combination of high engine thrust-to-weight ratio, range, weapons, avionics, and low wing loading. These combine to allow the F-15 to have the superb acceleration and in-air agility which permit it to turn... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Economy When the state of the economy hits home: 54 of 105
How bad is our economy failing us? We see signs everyday of recession bordering on a depression, but who is to blame? Our economy is not failing us, the financial institutions of our world are failing our economy. Bad decisions stacked atop bad investments and coated in an immoral lust for power are catching up with the ve... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Understanding the US Department of Energy's Wind Powering America initiative: 3 of 5
To understand the United States Department of Energy's Wind Powering America (WPA) initiative you first have to understand the amount of energy used by the US government and the astronomical amount of tax dollars that go to fund this energy consumption. The Department of Energy (DOE) is responsible for these tax dollars and a... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Micro hydro electric power and other alternative power supplies: 4 of 6
Micro Hydro Electric power is one of many alternative power sources that are comes to the forefront in times of economic crisis and energy inflation. Wind, solar, nuclear, and bio fuels all need to be researched and made modern or safe before they can become sustainable, mass-producing energy resources. Water turbines, though... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Military Aircraft All about the F-4 Phantom: 5 of 7
The F-4 Phantom II holds a special place in history as well as in the hearts of the men who flew them. This year celebrates 40 years since the first F-4 supersonic fighter-bomber took to the air. May 27, 1958 the twin-engine, all-weather, fighter bomber proved itself worthy in air superiority, interdiction, and close air supp... More..