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Writing is in my blood. From the time I was in second grade, I have been writing. Back then I thought every story ended with " THE END." I later learned this was not true. After high school, I kissed the family farm good bye and went off to seek fame and

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Education > College Life Ways to lower college expenses: Buy used textbooks: 1 of 11

College costs continue to increase year after year with no sign of stopping. Most college costs, like tuition, fees and housing are fixed with no room to haggle. Buying textbooks comes right behind tuition, housing and fees on the list of most expensive college costs. Unlike the items with a fixed price, there are ways...
Sports & Recreation > Olympics A look at concerns and controversies relating to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver: 1 of 10

Throughout modern history, controversy has surrounded the Olympic Games. The 2010 winter games in Vancouver, Canadaare no exception. Protesters have raised concerns about human rights, environmental issues and financial cost overruns that will burden Canadian taxpayers for years to come. Vancouver's Downtown Eastside neighbo...
Business > Online Advertising & Sales 5 reasons why your business needs a social media expert: 1 of 9

If your business isn’t using social media like Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin to promote your products and services, you are missing a major marketing tool. Take a break from the office, stroll through the park and look around you. Everywhere you look, you will see people of all ages clutching cell phones in their hand...
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues How Michelle Obama plans to end childhood obesity: 1 of 8

While President Barrack Obama is overseeing two wars in the Middle East, wife Michelle declared war on childhood obesity on the home front. First Lady Obama launched her “Let’s Move” campaign early in February 2010. The First Lady wants to wipe out childhood obesity during the next 10 years. Before the next...
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Beautiful beans: Great for your health: 2 of 12

Legumes, commonly known as dried beans, are one of the most under appreciated foods in the American diet. This family of vegetables has gotten a bad wrap because it tends to turn the human intestinal track into a gas producing machine. We've all heard the rhyme, Beans, beans, the magical fruit, the more you eat the more you ...
Local Guides > San Jose A visitor's guide to the San Jose Municipal Rose Garden: 1 of 6

In 1927, the San Jose City Council promised residents a rose garden. It is a promise the California city has kept for more than 80 years, thanks to the volunteers of the Friends of the San Jose Municipal Rose Garden. Today visitors stroll through the garden at the corner of Naglee and Dana Avenues in San Jose's Rose Garden n...
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Budget Fall wedding bouquet ideas for any budget: 1 of 5

A bridal bouquet of snow white roses and lilies of the valley highlighted with sprigs of baby’s breath and greenery is a classic accent to any wedding gown no matter what season you choose to get married. If you and your betrothed decide to stage your wedding against an autumn backdrop of nature’s splendor,...
Local Guides > California (Other) Things to do with children in California during spring: 1 of 4

Children and parents across California greet the arrival of spring with open arms and gallons of sun screen. The gray foggy days of winter have been replaced with warm temperatures, gentle ocean breezes and longer days filled with sunshine. No one can resist the arrival of spring, especially in the Golden State, where the ch...
Travel > Kansas Destinations Museum reviews: Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, Anchorage, Alaska: 1 of 4

The independent spirit that is the cornerstone of Alaska's heritage is alive and well and living in the Anchorage Museum at the Rasmuson Center in the heart of the state's largest city. Located at the corner of 7th Avenue and C Street, the Center holds the pulse of Anchorage's blended past and charts the course for the city'...
Local Guides > California (Other) A guide to the best California beaches: 1 of 4

Naming the best beach in California is like taking youngsters to a candy store and asking them to pick their favorite treat. It is impossible. No two children like the same thing. Some want chocolate. Others want jelly beans, while some crave the bite of Sour Patch Kids and Lemonheads. Like the candy store, beach-goers aren&...