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I am currently a full time writer who is doing freelance work online and doing research for the historical young reader level fiction that I am writing. I am an avid researcher who loves to dig for the best details, and I read voraciously in my spare time.

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Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Your favorite Harry Potter character: 1 of 28
"Who is Harry Potter?" I asked this question at a training session in the bookstore I was working at, and was given several unbelieving stares. How could I not know about the books, their characters, and the mass frenzy they were causing in the children's literature world? I was allowed to take one home, and was snatched up m... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Accepting people for who they are: 10 of 69
When I hear the phrase, "accepting people for who they are," I am reminded of two quotes that came from two individuals: Wayne Dyer and my father. Wayne Dyer wrote in one of his books that, "It is none of my business what other people think of me." I feel that this is so true, as in reality, each person's thoughts are their ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fishing (Other) Good reasons to fish even if you don't like fish: 1 of 5
Why would you want to stand near a cold riverbank, holding a long pole that is attached to a long piece of invisible string and try to catch a large, smelly fish that you don't even want to touch, much less clean? Well, I can't tell you that this isn't part of fishing, but if you look at it in a slightly different way, you wi... More..
Education > College Life The top ten essentials to bring to college: 6 of 29
What are the most important things that you should take with you when you go to college? This is the question that everyone wonders and below there are suggestions offered for ten items that should be at the top of your list. Consider each and you will have an excellent start for getting off on the right foot on the first day... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) True life experiences: Living with an invisible illness: 2 of 8
Narcolepsy...,what's that? Narca what? What is that exactly? The life of a narcoleptic, as I myself have lived for the last four years, can be one of interesting occurrences. I can sit here and tell you my trials and tribulations, but I would much rather tell you how it changed my life, for the better. When I was younger, I w... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) How to find a sign language class in your area: 1 of 4
Deciding to learn American Sign Language (ASL) is one of the most rewarding decisions that you can make, but depending on where you live it can be hard to find a start. There are many options out there for you to choose from in type, form, and quality. The important thing is to find the method that works for you and that will... More..
Arts & Humanities > Children's Literature Comparing the Harry Potter books to the movies: Which is better?: 6 of 21
When the individual balances in his or her hands the options between the Harry Potter films and the books, I would have to say that I fall in line with the books for their rich detail, characters and magical qualities. n the stories, the true character of Harry Potter emerges with each page, and the reader meets all the char... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) Does learning sign language negatively impact a child's speech development?: 3 of 9
The mother looked down at her one year old, who was holding a small fist up in the air and flexing it open and closed repeatedly. The mother beamed, leaned down and repeated the sign, speaking, "You want some milk? Ok, let's go get some. Good job!" The child in this example is hearing, and so is the mother. Why would two hear... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) How does American Sign Language (ASL) differ from other forms of sign language?: 1 of 3
American Sign Language (ASL) carries its own unique character that differentiates it from other forms of sign language around the world. One of its past influences helps to set it apart, but also in a way ties it to another foreign sign language: French Sign Language. Through the collaboration between Thomas Hopkins Gallaude... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Why honesty is the best Policy: 1 of 3
"Just one, little white lie, that's all." How many times have we all said this in our head, and then later deeply regret it. The little white lie that you drop in the midst of a situation can turn into an enormous headache in a very short time. Lies must be maintained, and sometimes over long periods of time. They can come ba... More..