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About me - Minnie Chatterfield

I caught the writing bug early in life. When I was 9 or 10, I used to write stories for my younger brothers. I should have known I had a knack for this when they would often request my stories over Dr. Seuss

As I got older I used essay and poetry to help

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Style & Beauty > Makeup How young is too young to wear makeup?: 4 of 26
Back in the early '80's, when I was going on fifteen there were still enough old-fashioned ideas around that there was no pressure to wear makeup. Of course we would sneak down to the local drugstore to buy our secret stash of blue eye shadow and pink lip-gloss, but for the most part, make-up was something for the older girls... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry Best gift ideas for young children's jewelry: 2 of 13
There is nothing more precious than jewelry and of course, there is nothing more precious than children, so it stands to reason that there is absolutely nothing more precious than a child in jewelery. Well, even if you don't buy the logic, chances are, at some point you will find yourself buying a piece of jewelry for a child... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise (Other) The biggest excuses not to exercise: Debunked!: 2 of 13
You need to exercise. You must to do it for good health and you must do it regularly. There are dozens of excuses why you can't, but for each one of them there is a better reason why you should. The following are the top five excuses for not getting fit and tips on how to overcome them. Excuse #1 - I Have No Time to Exercis... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Sleep Issues Tips for calming down baby: 2 of 13
Sometimes you feel like that precious little bundle of yours will never stop crying. You have tried walking with her, singing to her, feeding her and still she cries. A crying baby makes us feel so helpless. We should be her protector, why can't we make her happy? While there is no magic cure, try the following steps and she... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes How to win a karaoke contest: 5 of 32
How to Win a Karaoke Contest"These Boots are Made for Walking" and "one of these days they're gonna walk all over you". That was my song, and that's what I did. Nancy Sinatra helped me walk all over the other Karaoke contestants to win the big prize, dinner for four at Boston Pizza. Okay, it was third prize but still, it was ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to write a speech: 1 of 6
Most people would rather be in the casket than giving the eulogy -Jerry Seinfeld Jerry nailed it right on the head, public speaking is one of the number one fears, often ranking before the fear of death. The thought of making a speech in front of an audience can be terrifying to some. It's a shame this fear may prevent someo... More..
Local Guides > Buffalo Zoo reviews: Buffalo Zoo, Buffalo, NY: 1 of 6
There are lions and tigers and bears of course, but the Buffalo Zoo offers more than just the standard animals in cages. They have unique breeding programs, hands-on opportunities for interaction with the animals, a large children's play area and a recently added exciting Rainforest Exhibit. They may be the third oldest zoo... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Money-saving tips: Best Dollar Store deals: 3 of 17
The lure of the dollar store is hard to resist with all those bargains calling out for you. This is one guilty pleasure you can absolutely indulge. There are many terrific deals found in dollar stores. In fact, they should be a part of your weekly shopping. The following are the Top Dollar Store Deals with some helpful hints... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Parades: 4 of 19
It seemed like a good idea, it truly did. I would take my almost two year old daughter and the neighbour's seven year old daughter to the Santa Claus parade. I did my homework, sourced out the best place to view it, figured out the bus route so I wouldn't have to drive, even checked out what coffee shop would be nearest to ha... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love between a mother and daughter: 39 of 176
At Seventeen At seventeen months, I know I am your world. At seventeen years, I pray I am a part. At seventeen months, I always know where you are. At seventeen years, I pray that you call. At seventeen months, your cries break my heart. At seventeen years, I pray your heartbreaks are few. At seventeen months, a kiss will... More..