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You have found your way to my Helium Authors Page. I love writing for Helium, it is so much better than blogging. I get paid for doing what I love to do. Here's a little bio before you get into reading my published work.

I was born in Culver City, California

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Childbirth & Labor Are hospital childbirth and labor classes worth taking?: 1 of 33
I would have to say that taking a childbirth and labor class is an excellent way to calm some of the fear and apprehension new parents will naturally have when they are expecting a baby.My wife and I were scared to death when we found out we had a newborn coming. We didn't know what to expect, what to do, or who to ask? My on... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Unforgettable Independence Day celebrations: 1 of 28
In the Grand Finalle of my mind, there are six Independence days that stand out in my memory as unforgettable.*1968*This Independence day, I was only six years old. So the memory isn't as vivid as the more recent past, but I remember it because it was a sad day for my family.After returning from a day of hollering and cheerin... More..
Travel > Vacations Which is a better summer vacation spot: The beach or the mountains?: 2 of 51
I love the outdoors, so I can be happy in either setting, but I tossed a coin, so today I am picking the beach over the mountains. I love them both though, so the question is like asking me whether I love my Sons or my Daughters the most.I live in a state where I am not forced to choose. From Salem, Oregon you must drive thro... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous: 21 of 478
Oh Brother !My messy little brother buttered his bread and the tablecloth too.He got stains on our carpet from the dirt on his shoe.It's slick in the bathroom where he dumped the shampoo.He covered our doorknob with some horrible goo.He hid some marshmallows and bacteria grew.He kept sneezing on me and I got the flu.His sucke... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: The most memorable baseball game I've ever attended: 1 of 19
It was Sunday, August 28th, 1977 at Dodger Stadium. It will forever be remembered by Dodger fans who were there as Garvey Sunday.To begin with, I practically went through hell to get to this baseball game. I was traveling cross country on a Greyhound Ameripass after a 2 week session at Sho-me Baseball Camp in Branson, Missour... More..
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish Betta fish facts: 1 of 18
On the subject of Betta's, let's first clear up the pronounciation of the word Betta. They are not Beta's like the predecessor to the VHS tape. It is pronounced like BET and UH. Betta, can you say it? It just grates on my like nails on a chalkboard when people calls this fish a beta like a letter in the Greek alphabet. Furth... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Players Barry Bonds and Major League baseball's home run record: 4 of 66
Should Barry Bonds get credit (in the minds of baseball fans) for his accomplishments on the playing field? Should he get recognition for being baseball's all-time Homer King and for setting the single season all-time homer record as well?I have to say yes to both questions I have posed here regarding Barry Bonds and Major Le... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) Financial trouble? How to raise cash quickly: 3 of 47
So you're experiencing some financial difficulty. In these tough economic times, many of us are having a real problem just trying to make ends meet. You need a bail out, and the economic stimulus check didn't stop the bleeding.Many of us get into financial trouble as a result of our own poor choices. I think the first thing w... More..
Travel > Destination Guides (Other) Are amusement resorts or nature sights better for vacationing with children?: 3 of 46
Children should get the chance to explore both worlds. The world of make believe, thrills and imagination and the world of nature, wildlife and wonder. A camping, fishing, backpacking and bicycling vacation is a much better way to spend quality time with your kids. You can sit around the campfire at night roasting marshmall... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball MLB: What it's like to be a Boston Red Sox fan: 2 of 29
When I think of Baseball, I think of the Boston Red Sox and Fenway Park. No place in America is richer in baseball history. Fenway Park with its' unique (green giant) wall in left field is the perfect setting for the American pass-time. Steeped in tradition, simmering with rivalry, baseball in Boston is truly an Abner Doubled... More..