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*I am a graduate of Salem State College in Massachusetts with a major in Political Science.

*I've been involved in researching and in activism for animal welfare issues for 14 years now!

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Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Struggles associated with an invisible disability: 1 of 39
My monumental, life-long struggle with mental illness has left me incapacitated at times, taking on the world at others. It has caused me to become paranoid to the point of defending myself against threats no one else seems to perceive. There are many facets of mental illness worth exploring, many questions that come up such ... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates Dishes to avoid on a first date: 1 of 10
There are a few foods you may want to steer clear of if you happen to be on a date. Here I will detail just a few.GARLICThis one is pretty obvious. Italian restaurants are very popular, and often romantic too. Garlic is often difficult to avoid completely in Italian-American cuisine, but keep it to a minimum. Don't get anythi... More..
Jobs & Careers > Layoffs & Firings Fired: How to assess your own behavior: 2 of 18
I can speak from personal experience on this issue. I was fired last year from my job for, I'm sure, a number of reasons. I am still attempting to grapple with the possible reasons and figure out how I might avoid this happening again in the future. When someone is fired, it is a shocking feeling. Suddenly, you are outside th... More..
Education > College Study Tips Great books to read before college: 1 of 7
Deciding what to focus on during the last few years before college can be daunting, since the student is already involved in high school classes with their own assignments. There are certain forms of literature students can benefit from more than others, though, which will inevitably help during their college career.Many high... More..
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: Family Guy: 4 of 27
Those of us who love "Family Guy" have just one problem: There aren't enough new episodes! Now I know the drill....every show has to be replayed while the new ones are being put together, but I get so many stupid-style guffaws out of this show....I think I could really use more of it in my life. Who can forget, for example, w... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption How to help your local animal shelter: 7 of 37
There are many exciting ways to help your local animal shelter. Just a couple of the things you can do include donating needed items and volunteering time or resources. Volunteering Your TimeDo you have a couple of hours free on the weekend? Attend a volunteer orientation at your local shelter and sign up to contribute a few ... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Communicating in text-message style: Is it ruining real communication?: 9 of 46
Text-message communication is fine if you quickly want to check where your friend is in the noisy concert arena or some other crowded, let's hurry up and figure out what's going on, loud area. But that's about the only instance I can think of in which it's beneficial.I am twenty-seven years old and I have a friend, the same a... More..
Personal Finance > Taxes How to survive a tax audit: 1 of 5
There are some basics anyone facing a tax audit should keep in mind. Naturally, each case will be somewhat different, but here are some very basic tips. The following are meant for small-business owners and sole proprietorships.2008: Watch out for the "Tax Gap"The IRS has set up a "National Research Program" to make sure smal... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Should Christian churches allow gays to be ordained as priests?: 15 of 67
Christian churches should absolutely allow gays to be ordained as priests. But "should" is the key word here. They certainly shouldn't be forced to do so. Affirmative action has never applied to careers in the Church, to my knowledge. I am starting out on this debate with the idea that any kind of sex, for priests, is prohibi... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Programs Book reviews: Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia, by Elizabeth Gilbert: 4 of 16
I have to admit, I started this book a bit skeptical. The main plot: A woman is trying to find herself, leaves a sub-par marriage, and goes on a trip around the world. This sort of story reminds me of The Awakening by Kate Chopin. There is, however, a major difference between the two. Kate Chopin's book astonished readers of ... More..