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Writing for me is the one thing that can calm all storms given time. It is a way to learn, listen, speak, share and heal. The subject is not as important as the time and the thought put into the work. Hopefully, it gets better with age.

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Arts & Humanities > Ethics Assessing happiness and its process: 5 of 35
Sometimes the handiest tool when making an assessment is a thesaurus. It tends to broaden terms and shed a little light on a situation. Take a gander at these words and see what comes to mind.MerrimentBlessednessContentBlissfulSatisfacti onRaptureTranquilityBeatitudeIf you guessed happiness you are right on target. I am not bi... More..
Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life Why we live: 4 of 19
One of the most powerful and empowering statements you can make is "I choose to live". Once you understand that living is something that you have control over you can approach life in a different way. This may stretch your comfort zone, so get a cup of tea and be prepared to open your mind.You don't have to get up in the morn... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Greek goddesses: Hera: 8 of 24
The Greek myths are believed to b a series of oral tradition or storytelling. Stories were passed by poets and minstrels. People were anxious for the entertainment. As with all stories that are passed down there are several versions as each teller adds or emphasizes a different part of the story. This is especially evident in... More..
Arts & Humanities > History (Other) The history of time zones: 3 of 9
Imagine the chaos of each small town determining time by its own standards. They would check out the sun, set the town clock and that is what time it was. They didn't need to consult anyone. Once the clock was set their job was done. When traveling to a new community one would reset the pocket watch to match the time set on t... More..
Arts & Humanities > International Writers & Literature Biography: Pierre Berton: 1 of 3
If you wanted to take a stroll through history Pierre Francis Berton would be a knowledgeable and gracious host. He could write an article or documentary that would lift you from your chair and make you want to march through the Canadian Rockies.Pierre Berton was born on the 12th of July 1920. His father, Frank Berton was a m... More..
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing The benefits of journaling: 64 of 148
"What are those books on the top shelf Grandma?""Oh, those are just my journals. It's just the way I keep in touch with myself. They are kind of like old friends. Maybe you should try it."Here's what you do. I am old so I would use a notebook and a pen, but I suppose a computer could work for you. You just jot down your thoug... More..
Arts & Humanities > Colonial & Early American History The history of San Francisco's Presidio: 10 of 22
San Francisco has many great treasures and perhaps one of the greatest is the Presidio. It's rich with history. It's a National Park right in city limits and it's free of charge.Originally the ground belonged to the Ohlone. There were more than 50 tribes in the greater San Francisco area. These people were displaced and in 17... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing at Helium (Other) The Helium article I shouldn't have written: 3 of 6
Being a bit sarcastic, a little too bold with my opinion, and thinking I am funny has not served me well in many areas of my life. Then again, I am fairly set in my ways that is who I am now, so I must try and work around it. One of the many articles that I should have skipped was "How to use a pedigree chart?" I have no i... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium Is the Helium rating system really fair: 17 of 33
Understanding the meaning of the word fair is a bit of a mystery. Fair seems to imply that all variables are equal. When has that ever happened? Is it even a realistic expectation?Nothing in life is truly fair and yet that doesn't mean it's bad. Helium is a community of writers, skilled and unskilled. As a part of the communi... More..
Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging Assessing About.com's selection process for new guides: 3 of 5
About.com is serious about having their guides understand the goals and rules of the site. It is important to them to help keep the integrity of the site. It's not like many sites where anyone can write an article and hope for best. There is an education and selection process that each potential guide must go through.It begin... More..