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I am a copywriter for a local healthcare manufacturer, mother of two amazing boys and constant dreamer. I love animals, cooking, gardening, reading and nature. Writing is my passion, along with my family.

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Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My great, true, personal garden story: 61 of 381

As I reached adulthood, having a garden wasn't about having a hobby or something to do for leisure. Although partially, it wasn't about providing my family with nutritious, home-grown fruits and vegetables either - for me, it has been and still is a way to connect with my family. When I was a child, some of my fondest memori...
Autos > Fuel Economy Alternative fuel sources: 7 of 30

In a nation that is consistently defined by excess, it should come as no surprise that our desire for bigger and better has led us to quite the dilemma concerning fuel sources and energy production. We have always known that our earth's fossil fuels are limited,and we would have to find an alternative source for fuel. In rec...
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Quick and easy dinners: 18 of 57

Do you ever get the what-to-fix-for-supper-tonight blues? When you lead a hectic life, it is so easy to wind up in the dinner rut, fixing the same meals week after week (to you and your family's dismay). Although I don't have the cure for your culinary ailment, I do have something that might just chase away those blues - a s...
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Cooking: Pasta as a main dish: 4 of 12

When in doubt, bake pasta! I think we've all been there; standing in the kitchen wondering what can be made out of the mismatch of ingredients at hand without having to take that dreaded trip to the grocery store. Although a rogue zucchini without its culinary destiny can be alarming, it's not the end of the world. When in d...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why music is the biggest influence in life: 1 of 3

Here comes the sun. I'm guessing we've all heard the song. After all, mainstream America has turned most Beatles songs (that I once loved) into catchy jingles or warm, feel-good car ads. However, no matter how cliche they become, there is always a lesson to be learned from the fabulous foursome. I cannot tell you how many ni...
Personal Finance > Spending & Saving (Other) How to save money: 12 of 33

In economic times like these, more and more people are looking for ways to save money and cut down on living expenses. We are flooded daily with tips and tricks to lower monthly expenses and help families survive economic crisis. It's in grocery store ads with the advent of the "feed a family of four for $10" marketing campa...
Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) What are megaliths?: 1 of 1

Megaliths - for centuries these mammoth constructs have been a source of wonder and bafflement. Generally speaking, it has been speculated that these large, stone creations were used by ancient cultures for religious activities, astronomical observatories, burial sites, temples, healing and other ritual purposes. They have l...
Food & Drink > Cooking Fruits & Vegetables How to bake a harvest potatoes casserole: 1 of 1

Potatoes are the perfect side dish to compliment just about any meal (and a very effective comfort food, too). I am going to share with you a family favorite that's simple to prepare and delicious - cheddar harvest potato casserole. You will need the following ingredients: 1 bag of frozen hash brown or shredded potatoes or 6...
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Contemplating the existence of God: 65 of 108

From the first philosophical discussions, there has been speculation as to the origins of existence. How did we come to be? Do we have a purpose? Is there a God? These are all questions that philosophers have tried to answer and, to me, are the most important questions a person can ask. In this article we will cover some of ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: It's time to move on: 9 of 12

My battered heart bleeds I fail to find reason Through tainted eyes I see nothing... Even time will do me no favors For a moment I breathe freely Disillusion is my last hope Tell me... When is it my turn to dream? Soft slumber eludes me I have grown weary Still my head remains unbowed I will retreat someday Maybe to the soft...