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I tell people what to do, decorate cakes, and count money for a living.

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Me and my hubby have been married for a year and half and we have a 19 month old son together. We just recently bought a house, and since we previously were living with my parents,

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Society & Lifestyle > Immigration Issues The debate over social security benefits for illegal immigrants: 1 of 15
It seems that everyone is a little off-base on this topic.In case you haven't heard or read about it, the U.S. and Mexico governments are talking about an act of "Totalization", which would grant illegal immigrants full social security benefits for the time they worked in the U.S. Illegal immigrants will be able to collect so... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles The cult of celebrity and its effects on society: 5 of 34
The cult of celebrity effects the entire nation's middle-class population, directly and indirectly. Younger generations are effected the most since they are still trying to figure themselves out. Young girls desire that perfect body image actresses and models portray, which has become a bigger, widespread issue for these girl... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Easing morning sickness: 2 of 9
Sickness in the morning, afternoon, or all day long is, perhaps, one of the most miserable parts of pregnancy. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to ease your nausea and vomiting. It all depends on the person, but the following food items are preferred among pregnant woman all over the world to aid in anti-sickness:... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust How can you tell when you're really in love?: 3 of 10
You're really in love when you put yourself last. When you're able to give give give and not expect a thing in return. You're not able to go a day without this person. And when it's inevitable that you'll be apart, your heart is in agony. You are able to be, in all ways, yourself when you are around this person. You are able ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures Suicide girls: Feminism or pornography?: 4 of 12
Now don't misunderstand me. I am all for Feminism. I think it's spectacular that women are taking a stand for who they are. I also think it's great that women are able to express themselves as strong and intelligent human beings. I think women should be allowed to express themselves without being viewed in a perverted manor. ... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Image What your clothes say about you: 2 of 5
The 2000's is, no doubt, a fashion-forward era. With television shows like TLC's What Not to Wear and Ten Year's Younger, we are forced to take a closer look at ourselves. Inevitably, what we wear to work reflects who we are as workers. For example, if a man wore a five-piece suit to the office, people would assume he's a hig... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Whatever happened to driving etiquette?: 10 of 17
Driving etiquette is slowly diminishing. Are our busy lifestyles to blame? It seems everyone's in a hurry to get somewhere. Some of us don't want to be late for work, others want to grab that front row seat at the game. For whatever reason, we're just not paying attention to the road, or the other drivers around us.As a resul... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Is man a creation of God or God a creation of man: 29 of 43
I grew up in a not-so-religious household and I've always questioned whether or not there is a god. To this day I am very confused and perhaps lost when it comes to this topic. I've been programmed to think that seeing is believing so being that I've never seen, heard, or touched a god, it's inevitable that I would assume one... More..
Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing The happier life guide: Always make time for yourself: 15 of 22
The present time is hectic and stressful for parents and spouses. Sending kids off to school, preparing meals, washing laundry, washing dishes, taking out the trash, making sure the bills are paid, AND attending a full-time job are just a few things we as parents and spouses accomplish in a single day. And we mustn't forget t... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Crime: Virginia Tech school shooting: 70 of 98
I was watching the news earlier today when I heard about the shootings at Virginia Tech. To briefly summarize the tragedy, a gunman opened fire at a dorm early this morning, and then again at a classroom building across from campus approximately two hours later. Thirty-two students and teachers were killed, and the suspect hi... More..