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I am a middle aged housewife living in a rural community at the base of Mt. Adams in the Cascade mountain range of southern Washington. I am a mother of two grown daughters and one grown stepdaughter, each with unique challenges and accomplishments. I am a

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Home & Garden > Landscaping Using stones in landscaping: Are man-made or natural stones better?: 1 of 11
Natural rock is better than man-made stone for several reasons. First, if you have access to rock and an imagination the possibilities are endless. Natural rock is usually less uniform but different kinds of rocks can be used for different projects. Second, if you are only gathering a few rocks here and there as you find them... More..
Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice How to make a will: 5 of 14
HOW TO MAKE A WILLA will is a legal document that outlines your intentions for the distribution of your assets and personal property after your death. For most people a simple will is sufficient and could be completed by the individual. However, there are numerous circumstances when hiring an attorney to draft your will is wo... More..
Travel > Vacations Which is a better summer vacation spot: The beach or the mountains?: 22 of 51
I start and end every day I am at home by looking out my window at Mt. Adams, a snowcapped sleeping giant in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. Her beauty restores my faith on a daily basis and provides our small community with fresh water, fresh air, and abundant wildlife. Living in the mountains is a lifestyle more ... More..
Sciences > Sociology Corporate crime explained: 4 of 9
Black's Law Dictionary defines "corporate crime" as "any criminal offense committed by and hence chargeable to a corporation because of activities of its officers or employees." If you examine the wording of this definition it becomes clear that a corporation can only be fined for a criminal act as the corporation itself cann... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies What do you think the Obama administration's priorities for transparent government should be?: 13 of 27
A transparent government is a government that tells the truth and provides public access to that truth. However, can we handle the truth, or is it too scary? Some American's would move to another country if they knew the truth about the actions of our government over the past 100 years. Many prefer to stay sheltered in their ... More..
Autos > Car Reviews Is the Chevy Corvette overrated?: 5 of 10
Is the Chevy Corvette overrated?The American made Corvette has been thrilling drivers and any passenger since 1953. Built in Bowling Green, Kentucky, this sleek, low riding sports car is sure to please anyone who sits behind her steering wheel. As a teenager just learning to drive, I would dream of what it would be like to ow... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Reflections on the golden rule: 7 of 13
One of my greatest treasures is my father's bible. When I asked for it after his death I was surprised to find the white leather cover with it's gold lettered title so cracked and worn. As a child I remember opening and closing it with the small round clear glass bead that was attached to the zipper so the pages inside would ... More..
Sciences > Astronomy 57 alien species: Are we alone in the universe?: 77 of 115
Headlines read, "57 Alien Species, We are not alone!" When Sergeant Clifford Stone revealed in the Disclosure Project the federal government had identified 57 alien species, responses were varied. Some thought, "I knew it!" Others thought, "Wow! There's that many." However, most thought Mr. Stone(d) had been sampling governme... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Why Obama won the election: 12 of 17
Did Obama win the election by creating an Obama mania cult of faithful followers? For a cult to be successful the leader must have certain abilities to obtain the necessary membership to accomplish the goals of the cult. The leader must be able to muster an obsessive devotion to a person or an ideal through his teachings or l... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Creating new Christmas traditions: 10 of 12
Most people that celebrate Christmas have certain family traditions that make their Christmas special to them. For some it may be a particular religious celebration of the birth of Christ at the family church. Others may go Christmas caroling or take the family to the mountains to cut their own Christmas tree. Some volunteer ... More..