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I am a writer living and working in a small town in Mid-Michigan. I've made my living on Internet writing for the past several years. I am married to the most gorgeous and loving woman in the world, and we have three GREAT daughters.

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Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging Should you quit your day job to blog?: 5 of 43
I am a firm advocate of blogging. I am also living proof that you can make a living writing on the Internet. Beyond this, I believe that there are many untapped markets and opportunities just waiting for the right person when it comes to blogging. Do I believe that you should quit your day job to blog? Nope. At least, not to ... More..
Business > Starting a Business Tips for starting a small business: 3 of 25
If you're thinking about starting a small business, there are a handful of things that you're going to need to keep in mind. Following these tips won't guarantee success for your small business, but they just might help you get up and running smoothly:* Have a plan. Take the time to write up a business plan for your small bus... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Facts & Resources Animal facts: Walrus: 2 of 16
The walrus is one of the most iconic creatures or the Arctic region. Their long tusks and their stiff, bristle-like moustache, and thick skin have made them the subjects of movies, novels, children's shows, and even a Beatles song. Unique and interesting, the Walrus is one of the most long-lived of aquatic mammals, living up ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to succeed as a writer: 2 of 16
It may be simpler to succeed as a writer than you think. The fact of the matter is that there are more opportunities for writing success today than there have ever been in history. The dedicated and talented writer should have no trouble succeeding as long as she is up to the task. This doesn't mean that it doesn't take effor... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to choose a writing style: 1 of 8
One of the most important things to consider when you sit down to write something is how to choose a writing style. The writing you style you use for any given project will depend on a number of factors including your own ability, the audience that the writing is intended for and the purpose of the writing. By understanding e... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium Criteria for rating articles on Helium: 4 of 30
Rating is one of the most important activities you can do on Helium. Understanding the criteria for rating on Helium will help you not only improve your own rating score, but it will help to make Helium a better place through your ratings and your critiques. However, you need to understand what the criteria for rating article... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Facts & Resources Animal facts: Jaguar: 3 of 22
The Jaguar is perhaps one of the most beautiful and amazing animals in the feline family. Jaguars are big, sleek and fast. Sadly, jaguars are a "near-threatened" species, which means simply that their numbers are reducing. As a near-threatened species, jaguars may one day be considered threatened or even endangered.Fun facts ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Helium Dos & Don'ts How Helium can improve: A writer's perspective: 3 of 22
Helium is at the forefront of Internet article directories. The diverse features of Helium combine the competitive Marketplace, reminiscent of freelance sites where writers can bid on writing work, with the performance payments of sites like Associated Content. Helium even provides a sporting arena in of sorts in the Writing ... More..
Education > Homework & Testing How to get a defiant child to do homework: 4 of 28
If you struggle with a defiant child at homework time it can be extremely frustrating. You know very well that it is in your child's best interest to do their homework so that their learning experience can be more complete and so that they can do well in school. Unfortunately, the defiant child typically isn't open to this cl... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Life How to control your dreams: 1 of 7
Dreams can be entertaining, interesting, boring, scary, or downright horrific. Did you know, however, that there are things that you can do to try to influence your dreams? You may, with enough work, even be able to control your dreams and to get your dreams right where youd like them to be. Here are some specific steps you c... More..