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Born and raised in Upstate New York. Attended a small college then went to work. I have over 25 year of accounting experience, most of which at the Business Manager / CFO level. I have 20 years in the education field, with additional not for profit and for

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Relationships & Family > Couple Communication Red flags in a relationship: 12 of 69
There can be many red flags in a relationship, some subtle and some not so much. Waking to find your significant other standing over you with a carving knife would be one of those not so subtle red flags. There are others and they can be easily overlooked. Some you do not want to discover. Some you discover and misinterpret.... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Terrorism How the US can be made safer from terrorist attacks: 3 of 17
Terrorism comes in different forms. According to the FBI, the number one agent for terrorism in the United States today are animal rights activists. Coming in second are anti-abotion protesters. Fighting terrorism in the United States is a delicate balance between preserving our rights and preventing terrorism. Our open soci... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Political Values American democracy on the road to dictatorship: 5 of 28
Business as usual. Politics as usual. The Federal Government has become an entrenched political class. They have passed laws and implemented regulations that favor the incumbent politician and make politics a matter of power and not service to the nation. There are five changes to the Constitution that could break this patte... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Commentary Benefits of dating older men: 5 of 28
Why would a young woman want to date an older man? There are some benefits to a May / December relationship. As a teen or twenty something, women will often want more of an emotional connection that men their own age can provide. Dating a man a few years older often connects women to men who have grown into their emotions an... More..
Health & Fitness > Health Care Tips for preparing for a hospital stay: 3 of 16
Hospital stays can be frightening, boring, and uncomfortable. Some tips for preparing for a hospital stay can make the experience bearable. Have a conversation with your doctor. Find out why you are being admitted. Ask about the tests that may be performed and the treatment that may be provided. You will feel better if you u... More..
Business > Starting an Online Business An introduction to blogs: 3 of 16
I wrote my first blog post on a stone tablet using a crude chisel many years ago. It sounds good, doesn't it? But blogging, one of the biggest buzz words on the Internet, is just a few year old. Blog is short for "web log". The first people to blog created a personal diary on the Internet. Today, about a decade later, nearly... More..
Jobs & Careers > Employers Job outsourcing: Problem or solution: 3 of 16
Companies look to job outsourcing as a solution to an on-going problem. The costs of recruiting, training and retention exceed the productivity of the average employee. It is less expensive to outsource. Who outsources? Many more companies than you might think outsource some of their positions. Hospitals outsource nursing an... More..
Business > Nonprofits The skills required for leading volunteers: 2 of 10
The skills required for leading volunteers are not much different than those needs to lead paid employees. The application of leaderships skills is the real key, and applying them with volunteers is far different than with employees. Management tones stress communication as one of the major keys to success in any organizatio... More..
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Why people die from the flu: 2 of 10
Flu is a killer. In past epidemics in the United States, as many as 5% of those with the disease have died. Public Health officials estimate that about 36,000 people die each year in the U.S. from the flu and related illnesses. In temperate climates like the United States, influenza is seasonal. Beginning in November and run... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Cat dental care: Dental care tips for cats: 1 of 5
Chew on this. Our feline friends have such tiny teeth when compared to those of dogs that many cat owners assume that cat dental care is unnecessary. Cat dental health is an often overlooked topic. Teeth, whether in a human or a cat, can become covered in plaque and tarter. Cats have an advantage over humans because they wil... More..