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I have always loved writing. While my professional work has focused on business - from banking to administrative to self-employment - I'm putting my knowledge to work at Helium. My first love, writing, is now my profession as well.

I write extensively in business

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Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing Tips for maximizing your style on a budget: 1 of 52
I have a friend who can walk into a clothing store, quickly scan the sales racks, pull out a marked down turquoise and brown paisley blouse and declare it the perfect thing to match a skirt, pants and capris she has at home. Bingo, the gal just got three outfits for $3.99. If you are a woman, you'll agree that this is a talen... More..
Travel > Air Travel & Airlines Best ways to pass the time on a long flight: 1 of 50
There is hardly a more varied crowd then that found in the cabin of an airplane. Whether you are a businessman or freelancer or student or homemaker, you have two things in common with your fellow flyers: your destination and the need to pass the time until you get there. What are some ways to spend the long hours?PRODUCTIVE ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous poems for children: 5 of 154
There once was a toothThat lived in Rachael's mouthHe liked his home so muchHe never wanted to come outBut when he felt the first wiggle he knewThat what he dreaded was coming true-His days of chewingWere soon through"Oh My," he said, "I will fight,I will not move if it takes all my might!"So that little tooth put on his figh... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Common pitfalls to avoid in homeownership: 1 of 15
Homeownership is a rewarding experience. You will gain financially as your monthly housing expense is put towards owning property and not just renting it. You will also find personal satisfaction from the pride of ownership. You begin to put a little of yourself into your home and soon it becomes a reflection of you and yo... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to find your own personal style: 1 of 13
Everyone has her own style. The way we dress, how we interact with people, the manner in which we do our jobs, how we have fun - all these things reflect our style. Yet it can be difficult to interpret those things into the language of decorating. How do you take the multiple facets of who you are and fit it into four walls? ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Death of a pet: 4 of 51
I didn't want a dog. I already had a husband, 3 young children and a job. The last thing I needed was another whining creature that ate and pooped. Nonetheless, I came home from an out of town visit with my mother to find that my husband had bought a puppy. Our 2, 3, and 4 year old children were delighted. I was slightly less... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Top 10 furnishings for first time home buyers: 1 of 11
The three magic words you have been waiting weeks to hear have finally been uttered, "We closed escrow!" Now it's time for the exciting task of moving into your first home. If you are moving from a rented room or an apartment you shared with a roommate, filling an entire home with furniture of your own can be a daunting task.... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) A brief history of Bastille Day: 3 of 27
In many ways, Bastille Day is the French equivalent to the United State's Independence Day. For the French, the actions on that day symbolized freedom from an oppressive rule, much like the visionary signers of the Declaration of Independence signified their separation from Britain. Both events precluded great changes for the... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit Tips on how to improve your credit score: 2 of 16
Your credit score, also called FICO score, is a mysterious little number that can determine your financial fate. Have you ever been told that you don't qualify for a mortgage loan, or can't get that great rate on a car loan because your credit score was too low? Take your fate into your own hands and increase your score to he... More..
Personal Finance > Mortgages & Home Loans Guide to mortgage loans: 3 of 21
Are you thinking about buying a home? Low prices and motivated sellers can mean great deals in today's housing market. Before you start looking for a house though, you need to consider what type of mortgage loan is right for you. Namely, should you use FHA or Conventional financing? When you talk to your mortgage professional... More..