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I graduated with a B.A. degree in Journalism and started my career writing advertising in various ad agencies. Eventually I entered public relations and now work extensively in economic development and community relations work.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The seasons of our lives: 1 of 50
It's the autumn of my lifethe warmth of summer has fadedThere's a chill in the airCold, damp, overcast daysReplace sunny, bright daysLife once seemed endlessStorm clouds were far awayNow autumn has settled inI see and feel the years in my bodyThe wrinkles and aching jointsWhat could be is no moreThe hands of time pass overA c... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs My true garden story: 15 of 298
Each year when spring arrives, I survey my garden plot. Like an old general, I recall past skirmishes with weeds and pests. I wonder if I'm ready for another battle. I consider giving up gardening and surrendering my plot to the enemy. Then I eye the little shoots of crab grass peering through the brown remains of garden plan... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My spiritual journey and my relationship: 3 of 52
When my wife and I met, we were not exactly at the same place spiritually. I grew up in a small community dominated by a Catholic Church and school. My wife, on the other hand, grew up in the city in an agnostic home. For her family, life was about whatever you thought was best for you. In the eyes of her parents, religion wa... More..
Health & Fitness > Hypertension & High Cholesterol Coping with high cholesterol levels: 2 of 11
I thought I followed a healthy lifestyle. I tried to exercise regularly and eat whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and low fat foods. However, when I received the results of my last physical, I discovered I was only fooling myself.My cholesterol count bordered on the high range. My doctor told me if I did not control it w... More..
Autos > Buying Cars (Other) Research tips for finding the best car for you: 2 of 10
Buying a new or used vehicle can be an overwhelming task. Fortunately, the wealth of information available on the Internet can help take the mystery out of selecting the right vehicle for you and your budget. Here are a few tips and web sites I found useful before I purchased my last car.Getting OrientedIt is a good idea to d... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Economic Values Why American children lack the skills to be entrepreneurs: 3 of 13
Youth today lack entrepreneurial skills because they come out of schools that train them to be employees instead of employers. To equip youth to consider a business start-up, schools need to look at teaching students four aspects of entrepreneurship innovation, risk, failure and passion. What better way to teach entrepreneurs... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Mistaken identity: 4 of 16
"You wanted to speak with me?" I asked my boss Tom as I sheepishly opened his door. "Yes, Greg. Please come in," he motioned to the plush chair in front of his desk. I acknowledged his hand movement and sat in the chair. I tried to hide my nervousness, wondering if I he had found out that I was leading a double life. Could ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Lessons to learn from children: 11 of 41
Graduating from the High School of Parenthood I sat in the bleachers and watched my youngest daughter conduct the marching band during a band competition. It was at that moment that it struck me that as a senior this would be her last appearance in this contest. This would be a year of lasts as we moved closer to her graduati... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: My first car: 17 of 50
My first car was supposed to be a Pontiac GTO. I dreamed of the day when I would be able to slip behind the wheel of my very own muscle car. That was the early 1970s when gasoline was still cheap and cars were rated by horsepower and speed. Then came the energy crisis, gas lines and gas prices hovering around $1 (gasp) for th... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Has society become controlled by technology?: 26 of 71
It seemed strange at first. I was sitting in a bookstore quietly reading, when suddenly this man starts reading out loud very out loud. As I noticed people staring at him, I was embarrassed to admit he was my friend. I noticed one woman sitting nearby, scowling at him with disgust as she loudly chatted on her cell phone. That... More..