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Creative Writing > Satire Satire: Politics

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Wouldn't the presidential debates be a lot more exciting if the phone lines stayed open for two hours after the debates and we could call an 800 number or text message our vote for the winner? The entire Presidential race should be more like "American Idol" in my book. Three media commentators, one male Republican, one female... More..

Arts & Humanities > Theater & Drama Theatre etiquette tips

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At the right performance on the right day, nothing can match the excitement of live theater, for the performer or for the audience. The experience of live theater is a delight to our senses, except in the increasing cases in which someone's poor theater etiquette interferes with our enjoyment of the show. Recently I attended ... More..

Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Choosing an assisted living facility

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Assisted living is a supportive environment for family members who need some level of assistance with the activities of daily living or would like these services provided to them.Choosing the right assisted living facility for a family member is a very important task. With a variety of options and facilities to choose from, i... More..

Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US presidential elections: What are super delegates?

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Super delegates may play a crucial role in the current Democratic party presidential nomination and the subsequent election, which leads to the questions: Who are the super delegates? And how does one get to be a super delegate? A comedic look at these important questions can be a nice way to take a break during a serious ele... More..

Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Elderly drivers and re-tests

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For their safety and the safety of others, elderly drivers should be required to retake a road test to keep their driver's license. Many elderly people suffer from either gradual or rapidly worsening disabilities that can affect driving abilities, including vision problems, hearing problems, neurological response time issues,... More..

Politics, News & Issues > People in the News Commentary: NY Governor Spitzer and the prostitution scandal

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The largest factor in deciding Eliot Spitzer's potential resignation in light of the recent prostitution scandal is the issue of trust, both public and private. Mr. Spitzer was elected as Governor based on his record as a prosecutor of criminal activity and the public's trust in his ability to govern, in an honest, ethical an... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lust

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Thick dark curls peak out from under your white painter's hat.I long to stroke the sweet tendrils,and wonder if tonight will be our night.You come to my door when I call you,to deliver my food order, filling that kind of hunger. We actually spoke last Tuesday, more than your usual few words,your shy request for the fee.With y... More..

Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Politics

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In the presidential race, it will become very important for both the Democratic and Republican nominees to choose the right Vice Presidential running mates, who can compliment their abilities and can add to their campaign strategies. Here are some surefire possible choices for either party's consideration:1. Fidel Castro: He ... More..

Creative Writing > Satire Satire: Stress

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Given the recent newsworthy illicit activities of James McGreevey, Eliot Spitzer, and David Paterson, politicians appear to have a great need for outlets for legal relaxation. There are some legal methods of working off excess job tension, a problem that seems especially relevant to today's political leaders.Let's begin with ... More..

Personal Finance > Financial Planning Questions to ask a financial planner

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There are three primary questions to ask a financial planner on the telephone, before committing to a face-to-face appointment. The first is their certification and affiliation: Are they a certified financial planner (CFP) and do they belong to a professional association such as NAPFA (the National Association for Fee-Only Fi... More..

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1. Choosing an assisted living facility
2. Satire: Stress
3. Poetry: Lust
4. Satire: Politics
5. Theatre etiquette tips
6. Humor: Politics
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8. Questions to ask a financial planner
9. Driver safety: Elderly drivers and re-tests
10. US presidential elections: What are super delegates?

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