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I grew up in Flagstaff, Arizona. One of the important people that got me interested in writing was my 7th grade English teacher, Mrs. Linda Besnette. I've written on and off for years, and have to admit that secretly, I enjoyed my college term papers. Writing

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Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Salad: 62 of 92
Tuscan white bean and tuna salad This is a fabulously easy salad that's a real crowd pleaser. Packed with protein, it makes a great lunch that travels well. It's also very popular at pot luck suppers. 1 can White Beans 1 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tbsp Lemon Juice 1/2 cup Kalmata olives, chopped (or another kind) 1/2 cup Red Onion, ch... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Why intimacy is worth waiting for: 13 of 18
The first few months of dating are invariably colored by the way a couple develops an intimacy. Intimacy is not only about the decision to have sex, it encompasses a level of trust in a companion that usually takes some time to develop. There is an unfortunate tendency among new couples to disclose (in the first few dates) a... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Tips for throwing a party: 25 of 30
Hosting a dinner party is one of the nicest ways to show appreciation for your friends, and to introduce your friends to one another. A good dinner party cannot succeed, however, without you. You (and your partner) are the main people the guests have come to interact with and if you are missing, they are left awkwardly tryin... More..
Society & Lifestyle > African-American Issues Is affirmative action fair?: 29 of 34
Affirmative action is probably fair, but in some circumstances is also ultimately detrimental to the people it is designed to assist. The rationale behind most affirmative action is sound. There exist socioeconomic differences that lead to gaps in the education and overall level of preparation of some groups of people as com... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas The bad-boy syndrome reversed: How to train your heart to love the nice guy: 10 of 11
The secret in learning to love the nice guys instead of the jerks is simple: learn to love and value yourself. When you nurture and respect your own mind and body, you really start to notice (and resent) when your boyfriend treats you with disrespect. You may find that not dating anybody will give you time to recover your se... More..
Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts Creative Halloween costumes for adults: 18 of 19
Easy costume solution with stuff right in your house: Be a pirate! Men: This is easy, pick out a button up shirt in a solid color or black, and wear it with the top buttons undone. Leave the shirt out and tie something around your waist like a sash, or a wide belt (borrow it from your wife!). Wear a vest if you have one (not... More..
Hobbies & Games > Board Games Game reviews: Settlers of Catan: 10 of 10
Settlers of Catan is a spectacular game that is simple enough to be played by children, yet rich enough to keep adults entertained for hours on end. It is interactive and every player is active on every turn, so nobody gets bored waiting for their own turn to come around. The game board is flexible, made up of colorful tiles... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Bonding Inter-generation communication: 4 of 4
One difference between me and people a generation older is that I grew up in a time where pop-psychology was simply everywhere, and they did not. It makes a big difference in how we think. I go around making statements like "oh, that behavior is motivated by separation anxiety," a concept which has floated around my existenc... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Formal hairstyles for women with short hair: 2 of 2
If you have short hair but want to dress it up for a special occasion, there are a few useful tricks you can employ to change your look from your everyday style. Depending on the situation, you may want a decorated look with barrettes and other accessories, or you may prefer a simulated "up-do" that is simple and elegant. I ... More..