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I've enjoyed writing since I was a kid; my diaries go all the way back to 2nd grade. As an adult, I've taken creative writing and journaling classes, and I've joined writing groups to keep me motivated. I've been published

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Breaking up: 3 of 58

After a home improvement project went bad, my lungs were practically solidified, and my brain wasn't getting enough oxygen. That's my excuse for worrying that Dr. Boyfriend (he insisted on the title, having a PhD in Chemistry) would be upset that I would have to cancel our date for that evening. I called his voice mail, and ...
Jobs & Careers > Education Jobs How to decide if you should be a substitute teacher: 1 of 13

Top 4 Reasons to be a Substitute Teacher If you are considering taking a position as a substitute teacher, these are some of the top things that you are looking for. Substitute teaching can be rewarding and challenging, depending on what you are looking to get out of it. 1. Experience in the Classroom If you are considering ...
Health & Fitness > Cancer Detection and treatment of breast cancer: 3 of 19

All over the world, people are displaying their pink ribbons, reminders that breast cancer has no absolute cure. While that search continues, it is important for women to realize they have the means to uncover the disease early. By doing so, they can take advantage of available treatments that can save their lives. Screening...
Arts & Humanities > Dance Styles The benefits of belly dancing: 3 of 12

As Shakira sings, "hips don't lie". A belly dancer enjoys benefits for the body as well as the mind. If you are considering belly dance for fun and fitness, here are some of the advantages you will enjoy. As you begin to belly dance, you will notice some of the physical benefits right away. Some of the positions and movement...
Health & Fitness > Pilates & Yoga Making the most of your yoga class: 2 of 8

One of the most rewarding things you can do for your body and your mind is to begin a yoga practice. As with any new endeavor, it is important to know the basics. Following are the top five things you should be aware of before you honor yourself with the yoga experience: 1. Yoga gives you room to breathe. Don't: Hold yo...
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Speed writing: Producing a novel in just 30 days: 3 of 8

When the leaves start to change color each fall, thousands of wannabe novelists challenge themselves to write a whole book in 30 days. NaNoWriMo, or National Novel Writing Month, started in 1999 and now has a worldwide following. The general idea behind NaNoWriMo is to encourage writers to achieve a lofty word count goal: 50...
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing Reasons why writers write: 3 of 8

Many writers will say that they are driven to write, they really don't have a choice. Then there are those writers who really want to earn the title of Writer, even before they've started their first project, because the title holds special meaning for them. If you haven't yet, maybe it is time to look at the reasons wh...
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Are you "skinny fat"?: 4 of 10

Are you Skinny Fat? Lucky you. Your friends sigh with envy at your tiny waistline and curse their own family genes as you dive into the dessert they can't share. "I'd have to spend hours on the treadmill to pay for that cake," they whine. But not you, you're the lucky one. Right? Maybe not. Even when everything looks just fi...
Arts & Humanities > Horror, Mystery & Suspense Book reviews: Hold Tight, by Harlan Coben: 2 of 5

Chances are, you are reading this review on a computer. Or a phone. The question is, who has a read on you? Harlan Coben's "Hold Tight" explores our relatively new tools of communication and uses them to tell an intricate story of suspense and intrigue. Not by Bond-like spies, but by people like us, the everyday users of com...
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips Budgeting and eating healthy at the same time: 3 of 7

In a world of the burger-for-a-buck, eating healthy and saving money seem like contradicting terms. Our lives are very fast paced, and we're sacrificing quality food for convenience. Busy days make it easy to think a value meal will satisfy our bodies and our budgets. However, the truth is, avoiding fast food is a better val...