I am a technical writer with a background in English and social sciences. Being paid to write gives me such a great feeling, like coming home. Most of my work is contract or freelance, which I love because it allows me to set my own pace.
+ more bio informationGoing green is on everyone's to-do list these days, but the concept can be intimidating if you don't know where to start. Here are a few tips for some simple ways to make your personal environmental footprint just a little bit smaller.Buy Organic AND Buy LocalIn addition to the health benefits to your and your family, buying ... More..
The dispute between orthodox and so-called "revisionist" versions of the Hiroshima decision has been going on for six decades. Military, political, moral and scientific arguments have been made both supporting and condemning the Truman administration's decision.The official rationale for dropping the atomic bomb was a simple ... More..
The World Health Organization recommends that babies are exclusively breast fed for the first six months of life. With many new mothers returning to work well before the half-year mark, it can be difficult to provide babies with enough breast milk. Even stay-at-home moms sometimes wish for a way to kick-start their milk suppl... More..
Freshwater is one of the world's most precious resources, and one that is becoming increasingly scarce. On March 22, 2009, the value of freshwater and the importance of responsible and sustainable international water management will be the focus of the 27th annual World Water Day, observed in countries spanning the globe. The... More..
Getting there may be half the fun, but does it have to take up half of your travel budget? Depending on your destination, your plane ticket may be the biggest single expense of your vacation. By planning ahead, shopping around, and doing your research, you can stretch your travel dollars a little farther.Book Early / Book Lat... More..
Cow's milk proteins, found in the breast milk of dairy-consuming mothers and in most commercial infant formulas, are very difficult for some babies to digest. When my baby was diagnosed with a cow's milk protein intolerance, our pediatrician recommended that I eliminate dairy from my diet, and use a hypoallergenic formula, su... More..
As many babies (including my little one) have difficulty digesting cow's milk, many parents are turning to formulas with alternative protein ingredients, such as soy. Similac Isomil Advance soy formula is easy to find in supermarkets, drug stores, and baby supply stores, and comes in the same formats as the regular (cow's mil... More..
Some babies seem immune to the pain of teething. One day, their parents look in their mouths, and notice that another tooth has worked its way through the gums. I have heard of these babies, but I have never actually met one. For most babies, teething seems to be a very uncomfortable process, and one that can take its toll on... More..
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