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A native of Texas, I grew up in Houston and then received a B.S. Degree in Social Science from Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX. I later attended Midwestern State University to obtain an M.B.A. Currently, I reside in North Texas with my children.

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Creative Writing > Memoirs My true garden story: 19 of 298
As children, my brother and I would often visit my grandparents who lived on a lake in East Texas. In the evenings, as my grandfather would go out to water his garden, I would often accompany him. One time I asked him why he kept a garden. "It's something I've done all my life," he replied. My grandfather grew up on the wind... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles Type A married to a Type B: 4 of 37
Marriage between men and women is difficult enough, but factor in different personality types and you have enough variables to keep things mixed up for quite a long time. I am a Type B man married to a Type A woman for 20 years. Type B persons tend to be easier going, unhurried with little regard for deadlines or time. Type ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Squirrel hunting: A good way to start hunting: 3 of 23
For the beginning hunter looking for easy game, squirrel is your best place to start. Unlike deer or turkey, these creatures are easy to find due to their distinctive sound and constant movement through the underbrush and tree tops. The season starts in September and runs through February giving you plenty of opportunity for... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Things to consider when hiring a maid: 6 of 26
While working as a manager for a janitorial service, I was required to hire many people to perform the same duties as a maid in a residential environment. Although cleaning is a demanding task, the criterion applied when hiring an individual has more to do with other qualities than their ability to perform the work. The foll... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Access & Providers Using broadband effectively: Are you up to speed?: 8 of 34
Asking anyone today if they would prefer broadband over dialup service is like asking if you would prefer to drive a Shelby Ultimate Aero over a 1962 VW Bug. There is simply no comparison. Whether you use DSL, cable or wireless, the extra bandwidth is worth the price alone just for the sake of aggravation. How many times hav... More..
Travel > Caribbean & Atlantic Travel destinations: Jamaica: 1 of 4
If you are looking for a diverse vacation paradise, then Jamaica is your travel destination. Spanning over 4,400 square miles, Jamaica is the largest English-speaking Island in the Caribbean. The people are warm and friendly, welcoming visitors with their smiles and their hospitality. To appreciate Jamaica's diversity, you m... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Cooking & Meal Planning How to eat the right fats: 3 of 11
Pick up any newspaper or listen to any news program and chances are there will be a discussion on diet and nutrition. Eating healthy is more important to more people today than ever before and for good reason. So many studies have linked many ailments such as heart disease and cancer to poor nutrition and one of the biggest ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation How to take an eco-friendly shower: 12 of 38
Water is a scare resource which is borne out by the fact that each time we open our water bill it gets more expensive. Now, it is more important than ever to save water at every opportunity not just for the sake of the environment, but also for the sake of our wallets. One big area that we can all save water is during the mo... More..
Computers & Technology > TV What to look for when buying a digital TV: 8 of 24
Today, purchasing a flat screen television can be a daunting process. With the varied formats available such as Plasma and LCD, it can be hard to determine which one is best. Questions many buyers may also have are what is the difference between pixels and resolution? Can I use this for my computer? Can I plug in my camera t... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) What you can do with your spare time after you've hired a maid: 12 of 35
For many of us, doing our own housework is a necessary part of life. However; we may find that by sitting down and doing a little calculating, that hiring a maid maybe worth the expense. For example, if you were interested in saving about 300 hours of your own labor per year cleaning, what would that cost? Suppose a maid cha... More..