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My first venture into the writing world was on FaithWriters.com. My Christian beliefs and my love of a good story have inspired me to write almost 100 short stories, poems, and essays that appear on that site. Twenty of my pieces have been selected as Editor's

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Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Healthy snacks for walkers: 2 of 15
If you are planning on walking long distances for health benefits, the snacks you bring should be lightweight, easy to nibble while walking, and of nutritional benefit. Put serving size portions of some of these snacks in zippered plastic bags the next time you are going for a walk. Try to carry a protein snack like almonds,... More..
Sciences > Mathematics How math is used in the real world, despite what students say: 4 of 29
"Why have students drill the multiplication tables or addition facts when they will have access to calculators and computers?" I heard this question posed by a college professor who was teaching us how to best educate elementary-aged children in mathematics. Well, I beg to differ with my professor but mathematics is applied ... More..
Home & Garden > Pet & Pest Problems Tips for removing cat urine from carpet: 1 of 7
The stain and odor from cat urine can be extremely difficult to remove from carpet. For one thing, you must remove all traces of the odor from the carpet or your cat's very sensitive nose will continue to identify that spot as a site to do its business. If you can smell even the slightest scent of urine, your cat will, too. ... More..
Pets & Animals > Birds Bird facts: Wigeon: 1 of 7
When John James Audubon visited the Gulf Coast and Texas in 1837, he observed large flocks of American wigeons. As was his custom, he not only described wigeons and their habits but left future generations with a detailed watercolor of the male and female as they would appear in the wild. His artwork and descriptions may be ... More..
Sciences > Chemistry The composition of air: 1 of 7
The average human will take approximately 15 breaths per minute, or 21,600 breaths per day, and not concern himself with the composition of the air he has breathed. Air is air, right? Read on to find out why air is not exactly the same everywhere on Earth. The main components of air, nitrogen and oxygen, make up 99.0316 perc... More..
Food & Drink > Coffee Tips for removing coffee stains from your clothing: 3 of 20
Somewhere there must be an unwritten law of nature that states you are more likely to have coffee slosh onto you whenever you wear light, white, or very nice clothes. Once the coffee has soiled your clothing, what should you do? The key to removing coffee stains is quick action. If at all possible, remove the stained clothin... More..
Education > College Study Tips Methods for more effective note-taking: 5 of 31
Note-taking is a very useful skill to develop that will aid you to remember those things you will need or want to think about later. Some tips to take more effective notes: 1). Know why you are taking the notes. Perhaps you are taking notes that you will be tested on later. Maybe you just want to keep the notes for your own ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Spring: 5 of 30
Property Dispute Her eyes snapped open at the first earth-rending sounds outside. She flung aside the blankets and scrambled to the window. What she saw momentarily brought her to her knees. "No!" she shouted through the window glass and raised a trembling fist. She willed her legs to straighten and propel her toward the clo... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History Was the Treaty of Versailles fair?: 1 of 6
The Treaty of Versailles which determined the terms of peace between Germany and the Allied Powers was generally seen by all sides as unsatisfactory. In fact, Prime Minister David Lloyd George of Great Britain foresaw a future world war in less than thirty years. According to Richard M. Watt, Lloyd George "had come to fear t... More..
Autos > Antique Cars Automotive antiques: 1950 Ford Coupe: 1 of 6
To appreciate the 1950 Ford coupe you must understand the era in which it was designed. The United States was winding down from the Second World War, and though President Truman was speaking for engagement in a Korean conflict, the American public was craving peace, prosperity, and leisure. Roller-skating carhops delivered b... More..