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I am a freelance writer with roughly 3 years of experience in this exciting field. I live to write, and I write to live...cliche, I know, but true nonetheless. I enjoy a wide variety of topics: copywriting, advertising, vintage fashion, simple living, food,

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Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Top 10 simple ways to be green: 1 of 117
Let's face it - most people won't even think about going green unless it is relatively easy. By taking these baby steps, you can start to go green today without feeling like your world has been turned upside down. By making a few small changes to your daily routine, you can help save the planet without having to completely ch... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to set up a budget: 3 of 72
Living within your means can be a challenge. Here are a few practical steps and tips that will help you be successful in your quest to save more and spend less. 1. List all of your necessary monthly expenses. Bills, gas for the car, groceries, and any other essential expenses should be included here. Use your online bank ... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating Great cheap date ideas: 1 of 15
The words "date night" have the ability to strike fear in the hearts of frugal-minded lovebirds. Maybe you are a budget-conscious romantic like myself, or maybe you are simply low on cash and want to show your sweetie a great time. Whatever your situation, fear not! I have a list of 17 fantastic, fun dating ideas that each co... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Tips for a stress-free holiday: 1 of 14
Recently I had a friend ask me why I was not already starting to stress over the upcoming holiday season. I knew that I was excited about the holidays, and I could tell her exactly why I felt enthusiastic. The truth is, though, that I couldn't answer her original question; I couldn't pinpoint exactly why I was not stressing o... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Recycling: Uses for old pantyhose: 1 of 11
Your favorite pair of thigh high stockings or pantyhose finally got a run in them. Wait - don't throw them out just yet!Here are some great uses for recycling those old pantyhose.1. Can't find your mesh bag for washing delicate items? Use your old pantyhose to wash your delicate articles instead. Cut your pantyhose at about t... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to write an inspiring graduation speech: 2 of 16
First of all - congratulations! You should be incredibly proud of what you have accomplished. Now it is time to roll up your sleeves and get to work writing a dazzling, inspirational speech. The idea of writing, and delivering, a speech can be a bit scary. However, with a bit of know-how and practice, writing a speech can be... More..
Arts & Humanities > Marketing & Selling Writing How to increase freelance writing income: 1 of 8
Tips for Increasing Your Writing IncomeFreelance writing, SEO articles, blogging, online article writing...the possibilities abound for writers who want to make a great income. Just as diverse are the venues available for freelance writers: Helium, Associated Content, Constant Content, PayU2Blog, and Triond are just a few of ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Getting organized: How to make over your closet: 1 of 6
Cleaning out a closet. Not a task most people enjoy. Here's a tip right up front - if you crank up the music and just dive into the task at hand, I guarantee that time will seem to fly by as you work. That being said, it is also important to have a game plan before you begin. You should lay out in your mind what you want to ... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs How to grow pole or climbing beans: 1 of 5
A small yard and a delicious vegetable garden can go hand in hand. The trick is to plant foods that grow vertically or do not take up too much surface area when planted in beds. My backyard barely has enough garden space for an 8' x 8' patch and a few trees, yet I have mountains of delicious produce and herbs every season. Of... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to cut your grocery bill in half: 2 of 9
Groceries are an expensive part of the household budget. Lunches, dinners, breakfasts, snacks...it all adds up pretty fast! Here are 12 tips for slashing that food bill and getting your grocery spending under control.Tip #1Ditch the prepared food when you can. Convenience food is not only expensive, a lot of it isn't good for... More..