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Loves life. Marathon Runner. Athlete. Wife. Excellent Chef. Produce connoisseur. Indie Music fan. Useless knowledge master. Plus more.

I'm a former television executive news producer with a degree in Film Studies and English and Literature. I've lived in Michigan

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Health & Fitness > Exercise (Other) Why people should run: 1 of 36

I am a runner. I run because I can. I run because it makes me happy. It wasn't always this way.Three years ago, in 2005, I was 40 pounds overweight. My husband and I had just moved to a new area. We had new jobs. I had the chance to make my life the way I wanted, to basically start from scratch. My inner athlete was calling. ... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics Nutritional benefits of kiwi fruit: 1 of 30
Once known as the Chinese Gooseberry, the kiwi fruit first made an appearance in the United States in 1961. An American produce distributor felt this exotic fruit would be a hit with the American public. The name was changed to kiwi, after a native bird of New Zealand. The United States is now among the leading commercial pro... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Why travel insurance is important: 4 of 51
Imagine spending months, even years, planning your dream vacation. Once you arrive at your destination, you find out that your luggage is nowhere to be found, your hotel reservation has been lost, and any side trips have been canceled. Whether you're on vacation for business or pleasure, having your vacation plans fall to the... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Combat the flu with innovative prevention: 1 of 5
Despite an increase in vaccination efforts, the flu will infect up to 20% of Americans this year. While many of us usually feel better in about a week, it's estimated that the flu kills about 36 thousand Americans each year. Since the flu vaccine is not guaranteed to fight off every flu virus and with shortages of the flu vac... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends The power of online video: 2 of 9
Each day, millions of Americans log onto the world wide web. And each day, those internet users are bombarded with advertisements and messages for products and services. One of the fastest growing ways to advertise on the web is through online video. Online videos can be an extremely cost-effective way to advertise your busin... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: My best internship experience: 5 of 20
My college internship was great, but it wasn't great for the reasons you might think. It wasn't glamorous; I didn't have great co-workers or a great boss. In fact, I remember meeting my boss once, on my interview, and never laying eyes on him again. I didn't get paid much, I worked a lot of hours, and I wouldn't really call i... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health Keeping pets safe in hot weather: 13 of 50
Summertime means more outdoor activities including picnics, hiking, and spending time around the pool. But as temperatures soar, pet owners need to make sure that their furry friends have what they need to get through the dog days of summer. Dogs and cats can suffer from the same heat related problems their owners do, such ... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Cooking & Meal Planning Healthy snacks on the run: 2 of 6
We've become an on-the-go society. But the truth is, being on-the-go doesn't always translate into a healthy lifestyle. Fast food, soda, gas station snacks, and ready to eat meals aren't always the healthiest. But what do you do when an apple simply won't cut it as an on-the-go meal? There are options, and with a little plann... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics Bananas and their nutritional benefits: 3 of 7
Going Bananas Over BananasBananas. It's a food so powerful, it caused a roar throughout the world. Countries across the globe battled over the fruit, and in turn, the so called Banana War ended with the price of the prized fruit plummeting. Today, bananas are pound for pound, one of the best produce section values out there.B... More..
Local Guides > New York City New York food: Top pizzarias, burgers, and small eateries in NYC: 2 of 4
In a city known for its diverse cuisine and exceptional restaurants, you could expect to pay a small fortune for a good meal in New York City. But that doesn't have to be the case there are a number of small eateries around the city that offer a taste of the Big Apple without the big price tag.Pizza, it's a New York City stap... More..