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I am J. McDole and I've always loved the power of words: whether spoken, written or broadcast. They can be serious, hilarious, informative, entertaining, silly, or clever but they are always important and should be treated accordingly. Just as people should

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Dog behavior: 2 of 62

Dogs have no concept of size. My ninety pound bulldog is terrified of my ten pound terrier mix. Poor Winston listens so carefully when I explain that all he has to do is sit on little Tater once, and he'll again be king of the castle. But he just doesn't seem to get it. Tater whips around the poor guy at nearly the speed of l... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet (Other) Healthy Halloween treats: 1 of 12
Treats for little ghosts and goblins that ring your doorbell on Halloween night need not be unhealthy. Pre-packaged food or non food items are the most desirable for trick-or-treaters, of course. Halloween parties can also have nutritious snacks that the kiddies will gobble up. A few edible ideas for healthier treats are ind... More..
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Are flu shots effective?: 1 of 7
The yearly debate about the influenza vaccine and its effectiveness has begun. A few public media figures are weighing in this year; unfortunately, they are unarmed with any facts to back up their accusations. Separating fact from fiction seems to be harder each year. Influenza viruses cause repertory illnesses that are conta... More..
Business > Customer Management Business ethics: How to be customer-service friendly: 1 of 7
Providing professional and friendly customer service is actually quite easy. Most people don't want the moon; they just want good products and good service. Representatives should be trained to really listen to customers. Many people don't actually listen; they begin to think about what they are going to say next even before... More..
Hobbies & Games > Dolls Doll collecting: A beginner's guide: 1 of 6
Whether you're young or old, male or female, or rich or poor, doll collecting is something you can enjoy. A wide variety of dolls is available, from Barbie to babies to the bizarre. You don't necessarily have to go the way of expensive antiques to build a nice doll collection. Dolls often increase in value, although as a beg... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Tips for combining households with multiple pets: 1 of 6

Combining pets can be tricky-especially with cats. Oh-so-cuddly Fluffy can turn into a raging tornado if the introduction isn't handled properly. The following are some tips to make things just a little easier on the cats-and the household. 1. Cats should be introduced to each other gradually. 2. Supply the new kitty with h... More..
Jobs & Careers > Employers Sabotage in the work place: 1 of 6
Stealing office supplies such as pens and paper clips was once the height of workplace sabotage. How employers must long for those good old days. With more and more companies becoming "wired", employee theft and destruction has taken on a whole new meaning. E-sabotage is a modern buzzword in today's business world.. Why do e... More..
Home & Garden > Perennials How to plant daffodils: 1 of 5
I wandered lonely as a cloudThat floats on high o'er vales and hills,When all at once I saw a crowd,A host, of golden daffodils;Beside the lake, beneath the trees,Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Excerpt from "Daffodils" by William Wordsworth Daffodils are best known as bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. However, nume... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Thanksgiving stuffing: 1 of 5
Turkey and stuffing go together like birthday cake and frosting. They're both good alone, but together they make a holiday meal special. A simple and basic stuffing recipe, embellished by your favorite ingredients will give your holiday meal that extra touch of home. 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 large onion, chopped 3 large ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Layoffs & Firings Telltale signs of an impending layoff: 2 of 8
In these days of an unstable economy, international job outsourcing, and corporate excesses, many seemingly healthy companies have downsized, folded or been taken over. Despite what you may think, no job is one hundred percent layoff-proof. Clues that your company is in trouble can be big or small. Keeping your eyes open for... More..