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I am a professional freelance writer. I mostly write content for the web although I have done some brochure writing. I love to write, becasue I love to learn. The research aspect of writing is what compels me and is the perfect forum for "a jack of all trades

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Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness How to lift your spirits in 10 easy ways: 1 of 6

Down in the dumps? A nasty case of the blues? However you say it, the truth is, from time to time everyone experiences ho-hum days. But if your feeling a little low there are some things you can do to pull yourself up and lift your spirits. Look on the Bright Side Optimists don't have better luck, they just have a better way...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Business travel tips: 2 of 8

Typically knowing how to travel for business is something learned through experience. The first few times you take-off for your business destination there are inevitable "why didn't I think of that " moments. But learning through the experience of others can be very helpful and reduce some novice mistakes. Here are some tips...
Style & Beauty > Anti-Aging Product reviews: Frownies Wrinkle Reducers: 1 of 3

I scoured the internet for answers, I read the reviews and finally I bought a box of Frownies. Botox on a budget? Or a complete waste of money? I had to know, and the only sure way to know was to try. Sure, I had my doubts, but the promise and the price were so tempting, that I took a leap of faith and purchased the little w...
Style & Beauty > Accessories What you need in your handbag for a night out on the town: 5 of 12

So, you are going out on the town for the night! It's a great way to spend time with friends, let loose and maybe even meet someone new. But what do you need in your handbag to be prepared for your night out? Here is a list of the five most important items a woman should keep with her. Chances are that you will carry a small...
Business > Entrepreneurship Ten franchises you can buy for less than $25k: 6 of 13

Are you looking for a great business opportunity? Owning your own franchise can provide assurance for your future without the burden of working for someone else. And if you think that all franchises are out of your reach, think again. Many franchises are available for under 25k giving anyone with a solid work ethic the chanc...
Travel > Europe Travel Diaries Travel experiences: Paris, France: 7 of 15

Ahh the city of love, the most romantic place in the world. Home to the infamous Louvre, the striking Eiffel Towel, the historic Seine river and traffic congested so badly you really should just walk. This is Paris, and mixed in with all of its charm, is a quite unfortunate run down city. Graffiti seems to be a national spor...
Home & Garden > Home Interior The pros and cons of buying a house that needs work: 8 of 17

So you have decided it's time to move. Buying a home is both a very exciting and stressful experience. Choosing the right location, the right floor plan and of course staying with in your budget are all limiting factors. Add to that the the daunting task of having to make major renovations to your new home and the process ca...
Style & Beauty > Tanning & Sunscreen How to get a gorgeous summer glow without the help of the sun: 3 of 6

Staying stylish during the summer months can be difficult for those of us who: A) don't have time to bask all day in the sun B) Don't like the idea of being trapped in between two layers of UV light bulbs or C) actually worry about things like skin cancer and premature aging. The summer shorts and flirty dress trend is so ap...
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Environment-saving tips for keeping your home green: 9 of 15

Here we are in 2009, fuel prices rising (again!), facing a real threat from global warming, and air pollution prevalent in even some of the smallest towns. "Going green" has become the catch-phrase of the decade, but many of us are still confused about what it means and how we can implement this idea in our own homes. Going ...
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews The best new TV shows of 2008-2009: 8 of 11

Each Fall brings with it an onslaught of new TV series. Many of these programs fail after just a few weeks on the air, but a select few find their way into the hearts of viewers across the country, and stick around long enough to become favorites. Below is a brief synopsis of 3 programs that beat the odds and top the ratings...