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Hi, my name is Betty Carew. I am a wife for 43 years, a mother and a grandmother. I am also a writer.

I enjoy writing tremendously and it is and was always a big part of my life. I am currently in the process of writing a book which is taking a back burner

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Food & Drink > Fast Food The effects of fast food on your liver: 1 of 11
Researchers have been looking into the effects of fast food on the liver and the results show a remarkable increase in both enzymes and triglycerides contents of the liver after a diet of fast food. The goal of the study was meant to examine the potential link between the changes in the serum alanine amminotransferase to the... More..
Health & Fitness > Anxiety & Panic Disorders Obsessive Compulsive Disorder explained: 1 of 11
The world of the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a world that if given a choice nobody would want to go. Can you imagine your days being ruled with obsessive thoughts and actions? Daily rituals, that has to be performed constantly in some cases, just to find peace for a short period of time. This is just a peek into the min... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Caring for your dog's teeth: 2 of 21
When we have a dog we pamper them with everything that can make their life better. We ensure they have the proper food to eat, we dress them in warm clothes on a cold winter's day and we take them to the vet on regular bases. Despite this care and attention we sometimes overlook the most important part of their health and th... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training Introducing a new kitten to your dog: 2 of 21
A new kitten that has just left his mom and siblings will probably accept anyone as a friend as soon as he enters your home but for your dog he may see it from a different perspective. Your dog may have other ideas about this bonding and that is why the introduction should always be done very slowly and with very close super... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health Keeping pets safe in hot weather: 5 of 50
Summer heat is enjoyed by everyone but this may not apply to your furry companion. We have so many opportunities to cool down when the thermometer rises while our pets are somewhat trapped in their own bodies. For example the only way your dog has to attempt to cool down is by the sweat glands in his tongue and on his paw pa... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Psychology What is it about catnip that makes cats go crazy?: 4 of 40
If your cat suddenly turns from a refined indifference into a tumbling, energetic playful fool that will keep you in stitches with laughter watching him he has probably encountered catnip. What is it about cat nip that makes cats go crazy? The answer to this lies in the catnip leaf. What is catnip? The catnip plant derives f... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health What you should know about declawing your cat: 3 of 30
Declawing your cat should never be considered unless it is done to benefit the cat not the human. When a cat is declawed it is a very serious surgery that has to take place and not to mention that you're robbing your cat of his main defense against predators. Declawing your cat is akin to having your fingers removed from the... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Training How to prevent indoor cats from scratching furniture: 2 of 20
Cats scratch furniture for many reasons such as territorially markings where they make a piece of your furniture a part of them by leaving their scent. They scratch to keep their body in shape and sometimes for the sheer pleasure of scratching. To get your cat to stop scratching your furniture you need to redirect them to mo... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Bathroom remodel: Practical tips and considerations: 2 of 20
When you think of it your bathroom is the second most used room in your home. It gets lots of use and wear and tear especially from the amount of water that is used within its walls. You want your bathroom to look its best especially if you have a lot of company and it is one of the rooms in your home that will be used by fa... More..
Sciences > Sciences (Other) What was the first discovery of dinosaur remains?: 1 of 10
Dinosaur remains have been found for hundreds and probably thousands of years but what the first discovery of dinosaur remains? There are recognized references to dragon bones being found in Wucheng, Sichuan, China that was written over two thousand years ago. In spite of the many discovers we can only guess at the answer to... More..