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About me - Rachel Knowles

As a child, I had a passion for writing very long stories. My English teacher at school did her best to kill my imagination, but somehow it survived and I enjoy inventing characters and plots, particularly set in Regency England.

I am an accountant by profession,

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Arts & Humanities > British Literature Marriage and relationships in "Pride and Prejudice": 1 of 8

Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" is one of the greatest love stories ever written. The heroine, Eliza Bennett, falls in love with and marries Mr. Darcy and lives happily ever after. But whilst things work out in the end, the path of true love does not run smoothly, and Austen describes the progress of their relationship w...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Traveling games to pass the time and keep the peace: 1 of 8

The excitement of going on holiday with a young family is all too easily tempered by the dread of a long journey with a car full of whining children that must be endured to get there. The advent of Nintendo DS consoles, iPods and in-car DVD systems is a blessing, but even these can pall after a few hours. Our family of four ...
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips Diet tips for the sensible dieter who wants to succeed: 3 of 17

The media has been feeding our desire for thinner bodies for decades. In other cultures, fat is beautiful, but in our society the streamlined shape of the supermodel has intensified our desire to be slim. The sensible dieter is not trying to achieve supermodel slimness, but accepts that for their health and their own self-es...
Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing How to be a good listener: 4 of 20

Everyone can learn to be a good listener. It is a skill that may take some effort to develop, but the rewards are enormous. Good communication is fundamental to healthy relationships and requires good listening as well as open talking by both parties. So how can you be a good listener? Eye contact One of the most important f...
Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays Planning a birthday party for your elementary school child: Party ideas: 4 of 15

Birthday parties are special occasions that your children will remember, so it is worth taking the time to plan carefully so that the memories will be good ones. Timing Don't be overly ambitious! An hour and a half to two hours is about the right length of time for an elementary-aged child, depending on what activities you a...
Jobs & Careers > Job Interviews Speaking and listening skills at interview: 1 of 3

An interview is a snapshot of who you are. It is a brief opportunity for you to make an impression on another person, whether good or bad. How you behave in that short space of time will determine whether the interviewer goes away with a positive or a negative feeling about you. So whether you are being interviewed for the l...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Holiday gift guide 2010: Top tech gifts under $100: 1 of 3

The trouble with new technology is that it tends to carry a big price tag. But there are some great gift ideas out there for tech lovers costing under $100. Internet tablet The Apple iPad may be outside of your budget, but the Android alternative is more affordable. Archos have developed a range of tablets starting at under ...
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) How to prevent mold in your home: 1 of 3

Nobody wants mold growing in their home. Not only is it unsightly, but it can also cause health problems such as headaches, coughing and skin rashes if left untreated. The key to the prevention of mold is eliminating dampness. Where too much moisture is allowed to build up, mold will often grow. The main culprit for dampness...
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Birthday party games that won't bore the kids: 9 of 18

The secret to successful birthday parties at home is keeping the kids busy. Brave or foolhardy, I have given my four daughters home birthday parties with games nearly every year since my eldest was three. As the children get older, the games become more complex, but many can be enjoyed by children of any age. Games for child...
Travel > United Kingdom Destinations A visitor's guide to Swanage, Dorset: 1 of 2

Swanage is a thriving seaside town on the Isle of Purbeck in south Dorset. It is a gateway town to the Jurassic Coast – an area recognised as a World Heritage Site because of its outstanding natural beauty. The major attraction in Swanage is the long stretch of sandy beach, ideal for sunbathing, swimming and building s...