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I've been writing since college and that's quite a while. My articles have apeared in national magazines (Popular Woodworking, Modern Drummer, ...), technical joournals and, of course, on the web.

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Hobbies & Games > Card Games Texas Hold'em Poker: 3 of 43
Most of us will not wind up at the final table of a major poker tournament. We have to console ourselves with local pickup games and charity tournaments. Or, if we're fortunate, we may get to play at a casino in Connecticut or Nevada. But no matter where you play, these tips should help you get closer to the money.In no parti... More..
Sports & Recreation > Golf Golf for newbies: Getting started: 1 of 10
The origins of golf date at least as far back as 14th century Scotland where it was banned by King James II because those who should have been defending the Scottish throne were wasting too much time on the links. In 1888, John Reid brought golf to America and it has thrived here ever since. In recent years, the game has grow... More..
Entertainment > Musical Instruments Guitar buying guide: 4 of 28
So you've decided to take up the guitar. Excellent! You're about to undertake a journey that will change your life forever. Really. The two most important decisions you make next will be selecting an instrument and selecting an instructor. This article deals with the former.The $1,000,000 Question Electric or Acoustic? This c... More..
Computers & Technology > Software & Web Development When to report a bug to a software company: 1 of 6
IT professionals, software developers, support analysts, quality engineers, and their managers virtually anyone who works professionally with software will eventually, if not frequently, have to submit a defect or software problem report. When software acts unexpectedly, you'll have to determine if the problem is your own or ... More..
Home & Garden > Buying & Selling Homes Buying a Home: The importance of home inspections: 5 of 16
Buying a home may be the largest investment you make in your lifetime. Hiring a good home inspector will increase the odds that you'll make a good investment. Follow these tips to help select a qualified and trustworthy inspector. (For a detailed discussion on selecting a home inspector, see Kenneth Edward's Home Buyer's Surv... More..
Personal Finance > Stock Market Options trading basics: 2 of 6
Trading stock options allows the investor to control blocks of shares at a fraction of the costs of actually owning the shares themselves. And, unlike share ownership, some option plays allow you to benefit when the price of the stock drops. But options can be highly risky and some strategies leave the investor open to substa... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Tips to keep your energy bills under control: 23 of 63
Imagine if a person who lived 100 years ago were suddenly dropped into a modern American home. They would certainly be astounded at the array of powered conveniences we enjoy.Now imagine describing to that person the cost of our energy consumption in dollars, in ecological terms and in volatile world socio-politics. Think, fo... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Search (Other) Tips for dealing with unemployment: 8 of 17
Getting the BootBeing laid off or fired from a job that you like is terrible. Feelings of inadequacy, disillusionment, self-doubt and despair will shake the very core of the modern working man or woman.But losing a job that you've been unhappy with can be downright invigorating. Suddenly, and usually without warning, life is ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Office etiquette: Respecting others in the workplace: 4 of 8
Today, professionals of all stripes, from entry-level to highly skilled, share their space in cube farms, shared offices, and open work spaces. While the benefit of these arrangements is debateable, the friction that arises is hard to deny. For many, operating in close quarters is a new experience and we aren't always aware o... More..
Computers & Technology > Online Shopping & Trade Improved web shopping site design: The bow-and-arrow approach: 1 of 1
Shopping on the Internet has matured to the point where we don't think twice about buying on-line. A few retail web sites have become household names and we find ourselves going to those sites, ordering exactly what we want and typing in our credit card numbers and security codes without hesitation. We no longer worry about w... More..