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I am a writer, educator, and public speaker. I am passionate about the written word, my country, self-reliance, compost, organic gardening, telling stories and family.

My professional experience spans many years and much of the globe. From 1997 until 2007

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Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing Curing shyness and other social fears: 1 of 26
Is shyness really all that bad? Doesn't it just mean a person's a little quiet? That they're just an introvert?Yes and no. For some people, shyness is a challenge that they can overcome as they mature and find themselves in various social situations. However, for others, shyness can be a real problem, getting in the way of th... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Heart attack: 2 of 50
Heart AttackI got home todayhung up my coatlooked at the calendarmoving by rote.There I saw the datelooked forward a weekrealized the anniversaryupon me did creep.Two years! I thoughtmarveling deepI thought of the daythat you'd made me weep.A day that had comelike most often dowith the sun in the skywaking up with you.I saw y... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Trends & Genres Role models or eye candy? The portrayal of female video game characters: 1 of 24
Here's a fun experiment to try out. Go to Google, make sure you have adjusted your filter so safe search is ON, and then click on an image search. In your search field, type in 'video game women.'Behold. What do you see? If it's not soft core porn, it's pretty near to it! So, if we want to discuss the question of whether the ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Are Bratz dolls appropriate for young girls?: 2 of 44
In a world of liberated women, sexual awareness, greater tolerance, less tolerance, and war in many parts of the globe, are Bratz dolls appropriate for young girls?That is any individual parent's call, but read on for why my little girl will never get her sweet little hands on one.THE ATTITUDEThe entire attitude of the Bratz ... More..
Relationships & Family > Ancestry & Genealogy How to write a compelling family history: 1 of 21
Writing a compelling fantasy history is much like almost any heavy writing task. First, you have to know your subject. Second you need to have a vision of how you will present it. And third, you have to present it with your audience in mind. Let's see how these three principles apply to writing a compelling family history.KNO... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Snow: 10 of 207
In glittering, glowing, cottony whiteThe snow came tumbling down this nightAnd covered the moon, the trees and starsWith a blanket of soft curves with nary a marSo I sat in my living room, all cozy and warmAnd stared out the window at the noiseless stormThankful for seasons, regular and trueAnd could not deny that this was a ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poem ideas for baby shower invitations: 2 of 39
Has anybody else ever noticed that preparing for a baby shower is stressful on both the host and the attendees? Think about it! The people who are going to show up have to try to find the perfect gift while agonizing over whether you already have it.But the host, boy howdy does she have her work cut out for her! She's got to ... More..
Education > Education (Other) Assessing the importance of learning foreign languages: 2 of 36
When I was eighteen, I attended the wedding of one of my aunts. At this event I met a lady who spoke four languages. Angels sang, the heavens opened, the pool parted and my life changed. Learning at least three languages in addition to my native tongue became a life goal for me.I have accomplished this goal, and have only jus... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) TV show reviews: Good Eats with Alton Brown: 1 of 18
If you want an informative, entertaining and sometimes amusingly cheesy cooking show, try out Alton Brown's Good Eats on the Food Network. Alton Brown is a bespectacled, tongue-in-cheek guy who somehow knows an incredible amount about food. Not only does he teach how to make recipes, he actually teaches the chemistry of cooki... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) The difference between virgin and regular olive oils: 1 of 17
Olive oil, olive oil. It is on your shopping list but you can't find- there! Suddenly you are faced with three shelves of differing brands and types of olive oil. You have virgin, extra virgin, regular, and others if you are in a good store. So what is the difference anyway? Can all olive oils be used the same way?THE DIFFERE... More..