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About me - Joan Schroeder

As long as I can remember, I have had a vivid and active imagination. As a child, I was the consummate daydreamer. I kept several diaries as a child, and wrote thousands of letters to pen pals in distant lands.

I loved to read history, poetry and Shakespeare.

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Sports & Recreation > Kayaking Buyer's guide to sea kayaks: 1 of 6
Also known as a touring kayak, sea kayaks are specially designed for use on the ocean and the open waters of bays and lakes. The sea kayaks are more versatile than the regular kayaks, allowing the kayak enthusiast to paddle in anything from a small body of water to the more challenging deep sea excursions. They are designed f... More..
Home & Garden > Lawn How to grow grass: 1 of 6
There are several methods of growing grass depending on the purpose, the use of the grass and where you will be planting it. Methods may vary depending upon whether you are planting in the sun or shade or in spring or winter. Whatever the methods you choose, it is critical that the seed and soil make solid contact. Here are a... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running Tips for buying running shorts: 1 of 6
It is one of the least expensive sports you can take part in. Perhaps your biggest expense could be a pair of good shoes to start. But there is also clothing to consider, and this depends largely upon the weather, comfort and personal preference. As a runner, you may wish to consider comfort first and fashion as a close secon... More..
Sports & Recreation > Kayaking How to carry your kayak: 1 of 6
As a kayaker, you will be faced with the task of taking your boat to and from the water. In doing so, it is critical that you practice good posture and lifting skills to avoid serious injury or damage to your boat. Even when you drive to the location, you still need to carry your boat down to the water. For those who do white... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports Archives Christmas 2007: Gift ideas for weight lifters: 1 of 6
Many weight lifters are extremely passionate about their sport. They put in long hours crafting the perfect body and building up near super human strength. Christmas is a great time to reward the weight lifter in your life with a gift that shows your recognition of their passion and the effort they expend on a daily basis. Yo... More..
Sports & Recreation > Watersports (Other) Water sports in Sunriver, Oregon: 1 of 6
Sunriver is famous for its dry and warm summers and is a magnet for visitors looking for fun in the sun. And where better to spend these hot summer days than at one of the three breathtaking rivers that runs through the region. No wonder that water sports are such a big draw for visitors and residents alike. Whether you choos... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fly Fishing Basic knots you'll need to know for fly fishing: 1 of 6
Imagine this scenario. You have been fly fishing for hours. Suddenly you are pulling in the big one, your teeth are clenched, the kids are watching all excited, your heart is thumping at an alarming rate. Then your clenched fists relax, there is nothing there, you have lost it! What a cruel fate! Disappointment all around and... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) True gardening stories: My most amazing gardening experience: 11 of 62
It was a quaint turn of the century brown shingled three story house, nestled on a quiescent street partly adumbrated by towering elm trees that lined the street on either side, forming a canopy that effectively blocked the daytime sun. This would be our first home, and the place where my most amazing gardening experience wou... More..
Sciences > Astronomy Astronomical explanation of the summer solstice: 3 of 15
Those long days that never seem to end. We all, at some point in our life, feel a day is never ending. But that is usually due to the fact that we are either bored, we are overly excited about an anticipated event at the end of the day, or we are having a real difficult time coping with the trials that beset us on a given day... More..
Politics, News & Issues > People in the News Commentary: Wives of politicians caught in sex scandals: 2 of 10
I watched in dismay and with a hint of disgust as Silda Spitzer "stood by her man". She looked several years older than the last time I say her. I felt the same way when Hilary Clinton "stood by her man", when the news that her husband and President, Bill Clinton cheated on her, not once but several times. I am not married to... More..