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Architect and writer in Cherry Hill, NJ. Principal of green lizard Management, providing owner's representation and project management services to corporate, developer, and institutional clients.

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Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice Legal information: Investigating a motorcycle accident: 1 of 16
Each year over 80,000 motorcycle riders are injured in roadway accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Approximately 75% of these accidents involve collision with another vehicle, typically an automobile.Accidents can occur for any number of reasons, including: Inattentive drivers; failure ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Unrequited love: 4 of 54

I see her almost every day, but hardly see her at all. In design lab, in arch. history, she is just another figure in space, engaged in the labor of academic survival. But here in the dusk of Pippin's Pizza, under the puddles of light from medieval lanterns, she shines like a campfire in a clearing. Her short blond hair illum... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Exterior painting tips for a quick facelift: 1 of 11
Exterior painting of your home is one of the most inexpensive and quickest means of improving its appearance. This quick facelift can enhance the value to potential buyers by improving the aesthetic street appeal. The key to quality exterior painting is to follow the three simple rules of painting: Proper Preparation; Quality... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short Stories: Loss: 3 of 31

"Now ladies, this here is how I was raised to cook Thanksgiving. That's not to say there ain't other ways. But this is my way. And in my kitchen, we do it my way. Besides, Curtis will tell you when he gets here, I'm the best cook in Northern Mississippi." One of the young girls crowded around Mama Colquitt poked her cousin in... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Surviving in the wilderness: 2 of 18
Many people consider outdoor survival skills unnecessary in today's congested world of mobile communications and superhighways. After all, isn't aid just a cell phone call away, or easily summoned by raising one's hood as a signal to patrolling motorist aid vans? Not always. You don't have to be a hiker or avid outdoorsman to... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Home extensions: When is a building permit needed in the US?: 1 of 7
Building permits for residences are normally required for construction projects that meet one of the following three criteria:1. Exceed a certain construction value set by the muncipality;2. Affect life safety in any way, including structural, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems;3. Reconfigure or alter interior spaces (aff... More..
Home & Garden > Architecture How to communicate your ideas with an architect: 1 of 6
Architects are trained in the art and science of building construction. A typical architect attends college for five to six years, serves a three-year internship, and passes a four day registration exam before he is licensed to practice.Architects typically follow a set pattern in working with clients to design a building tha... More..
Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice Legal information: How to maximize damages after one has suffered a catastrophic injury: 2 of 11
Between 2001-2005, the National Safety Council reported that over 24 million Americans suffered disabling personal injuries. 2.7 million of these injuries resulted from motor vehicle accidents.Personal injury is defined as an injury that results from the negligence or intentional act of another person or company. The injury m... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Humor: The non-pregnant husband's view of pregnancy: 1 of 4
"I don't understand it," I said. "It's eleven o'clock Sunday night, she wakes me up and demands I go out and find her some pecan twirls and pina colada mix." "Ooh. There's a combination that'll make your taste buds dance," said Horace. "I mean, does that make any sense to you? I say to her, honey, where am I going to find pec... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) A do-it-yourself guide to wallpapering your home: 3 of 10
Installing wallpaper is an inexpensive and quick way of dramatically transforming the appearance of a room. Although hanging wallpaper requires patience and preparation, the results can provide you with years of service from a relatively maintenance-free wall finish.Wall PreparationThe first and most important step in paperin... More..