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One of my life's greatest joys is to entertain people with my writing. Usually there is an informational aspect, too, but I like to disguise it and make the read as enjoyable as possible. I love, love, love to write.

I've been writing since I was a child,

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Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises How to avoid sea sickness on a cruise: 1 of 18
If you even think you might get seasick on a cruise, forget about treating the problem and concentrate on avoiding the problem. Be proactive. There are obvious things you can do and choices you can make before you even set foot on that ship that will protect your hard- earned vacation and ensure you have a great time without ... More..
Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises Tropical Cruises: Planning know-how: 1 of 8
Tropical Cruises: Planning Know How There's an old saying: "If you fail to plan then you plan to fail." But part of the allure of tropical cruise vacations is that planning is unnecessary. You don't need to book a hotel room in each city, arrange for a rental car, decide between inclusive and non-inclusive resorts, or tend to... More..
Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises How to pack for a cruise: 1 of 5
Packing for a cruise should not be a stressful chore. It should instead be an anticipatory event: one that engages your imagination and feeds your enthusiasm for the adventure ahead. Knowing how to pack, as well as what to pack, allows you to enjoy the packing process rather than obsess over it. No one ever tells you exactly ... More..
Sciences > Water & Oceanography Preserving wetlands: A natural security issue: 3 of 12
The Florida Everglades remains one of only three wetland areas designated "globally important" by UNESCO and the Ramsar convention, which aims to protect and preserve wetlands worldwide. Spanning the entire lower third of the Florida peninsula, the Everglades is vast and ever-changing. Likewise, the tale of the Everglades' de... More..
Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises Choosing the right cruise ship for you: 3 of 12
My husband and I have been on cruises we have loved, and we have been on cruises we have hated. Time and money spent finally proved that the love/hate line was not dependent on itinerary, cruise length, time of year, price, or any of the things you might imagine. Instead, satisfaction rode on matching our particular needs and... More..
Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises Tips for making the most of your cruise: 2 of 8
Cruising offers a variety of wonderful experiences and diversions, but you have to take advantage of the offerings in order to make the most of your cruise. Here are some tips for grabbing every opportunity to enjoy your cruise. The first tip lets you start your vacation before you even board the ship. Pre-Cruise Most cruise... More..
Personal Finance > Home Insurance Ten home insurance myths: 3 of 10
Consumers don't seem to know what home insurance is, why it is needed, what it covers, or what questions to ask an insurance agent. Debunking the ten most common home insurance myths should help make the issue easier to understand for the average home owner. Myth#1: I have to insure my property for the full purchase price. T... More..
Travel > South & Central America The Kuna Indians: 2 of 6
Friends that cruised the entire Caribbean cited the San Blas Islands, home to the Kuna Indians, as their favorite destination. They raved about their experiences there. Apparently, the endearing friendliness of these people and the enduring simplicity of their culture enchant even worldly travelers. Add the Kuna's clever abil... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Dog safety: Poisons that threaten a dog: 4 of 11
If someone told you your dog would likely die from licking a poisonous toad the size of a softball, you would think it was a joke, wouldn't you? No joke. Meet the Bufo Toad, common (yes, common) to South Florida. Bufo Marinus or the Marine Toad secretes a poisonous fluid that basically makes your skin peel off and kills any a... More..
Health & Fitness > Menstruation & Menopause Hormone replacement therapy: 3 of 8
Not all hormones are created equally and not all hormone replacement therapy is deadly. Routine hormone replacement therapy was largely abandoned after the Women's Health Initiative Study abruptly ended in July 2003 (it was slated to run to 2006). The WHI showed women receiving certain synthetic hormones were more likely to d... More..