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I am many things. I am a wife, a mother, a pet owner, a gardener, a swimmer, a thinker and a reader. I am also a writer.

I began publishing my writing in high school when I began writing greeting cards for Blue Mountain Arts and DaySpring. Since then I have

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Babies (Other) Book recommendations for babies and small children: 1 of 7
Board books are a wonderful invention for toddlers and babies. These strong, sturdy books are resistant to rough play and teething. They are filled with bright colors and wonderful pictures. Board books bring the joys of language and books to even the smallest people. Every baby should start life with a collection of board b... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Causes of Addison's disease in dogs: 1 of 7
What is Addison’s Disease, and how can you prevent your dog from getting it? Addison’s Disease, also known as Canine Hypoadrenocorticism, is a disorder in a dog’s adrenal glands. The dog’s body isn’t making the Cortisol it needs to keep levels of electrolytes and other body functions operating n... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays Great birthday party themes for boys: 2 of 13
Is your son getting ready for a birthday? Are you tired of all the commercial character themes? You need something different! Get creative with these boy birthday party ideas. Bugs is fantastic birthday theme for boys. You can easily make cupcakes look like bugs with some candy toppings. Give bughouses and magnifying glasses... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Technologies & Issues Cell phone etiquette (or the lack thereof): 1 of 5
Why did Hugh Jackman stop in the middle of a scene during his Broadway show, "A Steady Rain"? Apparently it was to chide a rude audience member whose phone kept ringing during the show. Cell phones are as much a part of life as sneakers and lip gloss. It's hard to imagine anyone who doesn't carry a cell phone, and you can ce... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Technologies & Issues The negative side of text messaging: 3 of 13
Do you know about the new phenomenon called sexting? Sexting is when someone sends a racy or sexually related phone text to another person. It's becoming an increasingly popular way to flirt with your significant other and sometimes with a different, less significant other you happen to know. This is not a just a way to spen... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Party & Guests Maid of honor tips: How to cope when the bride has turned into a bridezilla: 3 of 12
Being a bridesmaid can be a wonderful bonding experience with a close friend, or it can be torture. Sweet, wonderful people can turn ugly in a moment when it comes to weddings. What can you do when your friend or sister goes from blushing bride to bared-teeth bridezilla? The first thing you should do is try to cut her some s... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Is cyber-cheating really cheating?: 2 of 8
You are a happily, mildly happy or unhappily married person or are in a committed relationship. You may be bored or just looking for a thrill, and you find yourself texting racy messages or sending sexually suggestive e-mails to someone who is not your significant other. Is this cheating? The short answer to this question is... More..
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish Goldfish care: An overview: 4 of 15
Goldfish are known as an easy fish to keep. This is somewhat misleading. There’s much more to keeping a goldfish than putting it into a bowl. When most people think of goldfish, they do think of the popular image of a goldfish swimming in a fishbowl. In reality, though, a fishbowl is not the best place to keep a ... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips Healthy snacks for people on the go: 2 of 7
Remember Mom telling you not to snack between meals? In this case, Mom may have been wrong. Snacking has plenty of benefits, especially if you choose healthy foods. Eating throughout the day helps to keep your blood sugar level so you can avoid mood swings and sudden hunger. It can also keep you from eating too much when mea... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Useful tips to take good pictures of children: 3 of 10
Parents love to take pictures of their children to send to friends and family. Great photographs can also make great holiday cards, party invitations and other unique photo gifts. How do you get that great photo? Taking pictures of kids isn't easy. Even if you can get them to sit still, you can't always get them to smile. He... More..