I've been writing since I could hold a pencil and have had work published on such varied topics as wedding planning, career development, and celebrity homes. My favorite topic by far is the history of old Hollywood, particularly some of the lesser known pre-1960s
+ more bio informationAccording to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, employee theft costs companies between $20 and $40 billion per year and is responsible for 30% of all business failures. How can you reduce your company's chances of falling victim to the fraud epidemic? There are a number of steps you can take:1. Stop fraud before it starts. Incorpo... More..
Galveston, Texas, might be best known for its 23 miles of beaches and picture perfect sunsets, but the barrier island also boasts plenty of spooky attractions. Be sure to check out the area's top five haunted locales.1. Old City Cemetery: Located on Avenue K between 40th and 43rd street, this cemetery is the final resting pla... More..
When I first moved to Hollywood back in 1997, it was a blip on the tourist radar: just a place to get on a bus to see the real sights. And you might have wanted to get on that bus pretty quickly because the neighborhood was pretty seedy back then. Now, thanks to a score of revitalization projects, Hollywood is a real destinat... More..
The issue of whether or not abortion should be legalized is one of the most devisive issues in American society. Opinions on the topic fall across the spectrum, from those who believe it should be legal in all instances to those who to those who believe it should be banned entirely. From the passage of Roe v. Wade, the questi... More..
You'll often hear Londoners complain about their "Underground," and there's a good reason for this: they're spoiled! The London Underground is an excellent public transportation system, and tourists can easily use it to get to wherever they need to go more quickly and cheaply than taking a taxi, and much more quickly than tak... More..
You're having a baby. Congratulations! Whether this is your first child or your fifth, welcoming a new son or daughter into the world is a joyous occasion, and you certainly don't want your baby bliss to be marred by job concerns. But you're human, so you worry. Will your boss think you've chosen family over career? Will you ... More..
Yes, the California Supreme Court was right to legalize gay marriages, and the decision is long overdue. As a Californian for the past 15 years, I was disgusted when Proposition 22 passed in 2000, narrowly defining union between a man and a woman as the only recognizable form of marriage. Gay couples should not only have the ... More..
The question of whether a person can be both fat and fit is a complicated one. Here are some things to consider when determining whether you should consider yourself physically fit, whether or not your weight falls within the "ideal" range.1. To be truly considered obese, your body mass index (weight in pounds * 703 / height ... More..
There are many reasons why a smart, well-educated job seeker might find yourself with holes or weak spots in the employment section of your resumes. Perhaps a desire to focus on high academic achievement trumped part-time employment during your college years. Perhaps you left the workforce to raise a family. Or perhaps techno... More..
Trail riding is an excellent introduction to the world of horseback riding for newcomers, whether you're getting into the saddle for the first time at 16 or 60. Every horse is different, but there are some breeds that are more suited to trail riding than others.First, it's important to understand the qualities of a good trail... More..
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