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Sandra Lynn is a freelance writer for numerous community newspapers.
She is also co-administrator for several on-line community groups and a published writer of short stories and opinion pieces.
She is an active environmentalist and human rights advocate.
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Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Persian rice salad: 6 of 6
Persia, the name denotes a vision of an exotic oasis, carpets of intricately woven patterns and date palms swaying in the warm breezes. A magical, mystical, ancient land, with an abundance of aromatic spices and delectable fruits. This is a recipe from Persia and although the country may have changed its name, the cuisine an... More..
Health & Fitness > Addiction The characteristics of addiction and the quest for treatment: 5 of 5
I have been read many accounts regarding the suffering and misery of those addicted to chemical substances must endure. I notice much of the suffering is due to the intolerance of those who do not use and, the laws put in place to insure that these substances will only be made available on the "black market" by unscrupulous ... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Breeds Horse breed facts: American Paint: 5 of 5
The American Paint, also know as the "magical" horse by Native Americans, they were coveted by Natives, and many would adorned their horse with feathers and bead-work. To capture a wild American Paint was hard work and could be very difficult, but in the end it was well worth the effort. There are no Equine breeds indigenous... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Guide to Montreal's festivals and special events: 4 of 4
Montreal, is in the Province of Quebec, situated along the St.Lawrence River. Due to the very short summers in this area, Montreal books the majority of its most popular events, during the months of July and August. This is why you will find so many events scheduled one after another, during this time of the year! In June yo... More..
Sciences > Medical Technology The history of the X-ray: 4 of 4
The history of the X-ray is really quite facinating. In fact the discovery of the X-ray was made quite by accident! In the year 1895, a German physicist by the name of Wilhelm Roentgen, happened to be in his laboratory conducting experiments using a cathode. The cathode ray was considered the first X-ray, and early X-rays we... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Food & Agriculture What ingredients in processed foods directly harm the environment?: 3 of 3
Processed foods contain a variety of excitotoxins such as M.S.G. Aspartame, Phenylalanine, and L-Cysteine to name just a few. These additives prolong shelf life keeping products fresh and enhance flavor. The effects of these additives to the human body in particular the central nervous system has been extensively researched ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Laziness: The #1 threat to the reduction of carbon emissions?: 3 of 3
The earth has endured many climate changes throughout its billions of years of existence. It has effectively taken the human race a century to cause irrevocable climate change and damage to its atmosphere. We should all be very concerned and willing to do anything!, to alter the course we are on. We are very complacent when ... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Bannock bread: 3 of 3
I first tasted this bread when I visited a friend living on Manitoulin Island. Bannock is a bread prepared and eaten by First Nations people. 3 cups flour 1/4 cup melted fat (beef or bacon drippings) can be used. (melted butter is a modern option) 1/2 tsp. baking soda 2 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 cups water OR (... More..
Travel > Canada Guide to Toronto's best shopping: 2 of 2
Toronto, a cosmopolitan city, where one can shop for just about anything they choose! Toronto is home to some of the finest retail shopping in the world. Rich in diversity and very affordable whether you're looking for luxury items or antiques you will find all here. Downtown Toronto is the ideal shopping place and Yonge St.... More..