Dani Smith
Dani is the youngest of eight children. Her mother was a stay at home mom and her father, like many fathers of that generation put in many hours. She realized her family was poor when she went to school and noted that no one else dressed like she did. Other children got new clothes while she wore her hand me downs. Around her junior year in high school, she picked up a part time job and started buying her own clothes. Growing up in poverty taught her to be her own person and thus, care for herself. Today she runs two businesses. Writing was always a career choice she wanted to follow. A few years ago she sat down and wrote and wrote and wrote. She has been attempting to get her first novel published and knows that someday her dream will come true. She finds great peace in working for herself. Read her work to find out more about her.
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Herman Cane's Chances of Winning the Nomination Are ShrinkingFour women cannot be wrong, right? I don't think he understands the implications of the job of President of the United States.
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It's the Most Wonderful Time of YearThere is an air of excitement beginning on Thanksgiving simply because Christmas is just around the corner and we are reminded that we are fortunate. Some still forget, no matter what.
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C W McCall - Legend - is Having a BirthdayIn 1975, "Convoy" became a #1 hit song on almost every music chart. It turned an advertising executive into a hit sensation and made truck drivers cool. It also taught America CB lingo
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Aliens in the AtticWe found aliens in my attic and sold the house. I wonder if they were friendly...
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The Ideal PH Value of a Fish TankA few weeks ago I killed my fish by making the water excessively alkaline by adding bleach. The worst part was that, in all reality, I needed the water to be just a little more alkaline. Either way, they died.
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I Had an InterviewYesterday I had an interview. I may have the job or I may not. I won't know for another 24 hours, but does that make it any different for me than you? It does not.
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The Fabulous Vacation Life of a WriterI have heard that as a writer I should have tons of money to blow. Wouldn't that be nice? My tons of money pays for camping trips and staying with friends who are fortunate enough to live in exotic places.
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If I was President of the United StatesWe all want certain things to occur. When they don't, we blame the President for screwing up. Then we say things like, "if I ran the country...", but would you truly be able to do anything differently?
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Cabin Camping Vs. Tent CampingThis past weekend we rented a cabin and loved it!
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Imagine a Celebrity is a Friend of YoursI met many celebrities when I worked for QVC, a few of them became friends of mine. Let me, rephrase. They became close associates.
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What This Writer Does All DayI don't know exactly how other writers spend their days, but mine is pretty insane. Read it if you want to know what I do all day.
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Two Hurricanes and One Earthquake!?During the months of August and September, the East Coast was inundated by strange, scary weather and I got to experience it firsthand
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Is the Need for Clean Air Necessary?In December of 1952, 4000 Londoners died due to an excessively smoggy weekend. Some say Ed Begley, Jr. is out of line for being concerned about our smog. His concern is no different than my mother when she overdressed me for the cold.
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Ed Begley, Jr. And the Clean Air MovementThis past weekend I met Ed Begley, Jr. and observed for myself a man who has been called radical. The man I met was not radical, but poised and intelligent.
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Trial by FishI accidentally killed my goldfish and dealt with it by having a mock trial.
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Roughing It?After many years of camping, my husband and I sat back and realized that camping is far from roughing it, especially when important camping items include the cd player, coffee maker, and coffee grinder.
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My Career in LawI studied to become a paralegal but ended up as a legal secretary. While I was a legal secretary I discovered a great deal about people. The viewpoint I have is now is not the viewpoint I expected to have.
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I Logged onto Facebook and Discovered a New World for MarketingI logged on to Facebook and discovered a whole new world - one where I could market my work and where I could see my old high school classmates. I haven't seen most of them since graduation day.
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Why I Am Ending My Facebook AccountI am closing my facebook account today because I am addicted to it. Sadly Facebook has controlled my life for too long. It is time to move on.
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How Has 9/11 Changed Me9/11 was not handled properly, and we are now so polarized that we are in daily wars with one another.
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I Paid Off My Debts by Living on LessThis year I paid off most of my debts. I will be left with the mortgage which I will pay off early. We paid off our debts by reducing expenses and attacking the debts one by one. Washington can do the same.
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The Loss of a Honky Tonk SingerGary Stewart came from poverty and rose to limited fame. If you missed him, check out his music on youtube and see what you missed. This is his story.
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Another Answer to Overpriced Medical Care...A Supplement Which Actually WorksAfter a work related injury, I found my doctor was more interested in billing me than in curing me. Seeking a cure, I fired him and found one that actually has been proven to cure many individuals with the same problem I coped with: resveratrol.
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What is an Android Besides a Word Used in Science FictionAn amusing article about how to use a droid.
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Our Round the South Summer Vacation TourWe left our house at 7:00 p.m. and arrived at our first destination around noon the following day. Nothing could have prepared us for New Orleans, but during our 2800 miles, we saw more things that people read about than I can possibly list.
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Going Back to SchoolI started college in 1985 and earned many more college credits after I turned 40. Follow my tale as I work full time and go to school part time.
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Memories of ChildhoodWhen I was a girl we had a picnic area in the woods near our house. I wish every kid had an area like that.
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How My Dog Helped Me Lose WeightI walk my dogs to exercise them and got an additional benefit - a better figure.
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Confessions of a YamaholicI eat yams every day and it's all vanity. I saw a picture of a woman in her 50's who looks much younger. After hearing her discuss the benefits of the yam, I have become addicted.
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Why I Am Anal About Skin CancerSkin cancer is a killer, not an ugly growth on the skin. It needs to be viewed seriously and not a hindrance to enjoying life. I know this because my husband dodged a bullet twice and he was wearing a shirt.
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Sarah Palin - More Than Just a Pretty FaceI believe that Sarah Palin was not marketed by her own party properly. While I did not vote her and I disagree with her politics, I have since observed a strong will in her, as well as a loving mother and grandmother.
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Growing Up in a Small TownEven though my siblings got preferential treatment in school and I was teased for that, my friends and I are friends years later. What more could you ask for?
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Tips for Those Who Wish to Open a Business to Retire ComfortablyI plan on not retiring. I chose work which I could do well into my 70's, but don't think that means what I do is easy. I work hard for my future.
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What a Real Woman IsI'm tired of busty bimbos being referred to as real woman. Real women support their men by being there for them. Real woman don't need to have fake breasts to be real women.
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What to Do in Jim Thorpe, PAThere is so much to do in Jim Thorpe - ride the train, hike the trails in the State Park, visit Jim Thorpe's grave, and all of the seasonal stuff. Some people from Switzerland who say it reminds them of home.
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Mothers Vs. MomsAnyone can make a baby, it takes real parenting to raise a child into an adult. Trust me, I've never had a baby, but I've been there for my nephew when his mother wasn't.
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Ways to DestressI came up with a list of ways to destress. I did not list all of the ways, but I think this list is a good start.
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From Virginia to Flintstones - Liz Taylor MoviesFrom "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf" to "The Flintstones," Liz Taylor won my heart in each flick, not due to her outer beauty, but because of unmatched talent.
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My Favorite Amusement ParkThis is a quick tour of Hershey Park - my favorite amusement park.
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Pros and Cons of Credit CardsRules for credit card use I have learned from making all of the usual mistakes.
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What I Look for in an Employment AgencyI work for myself, but I remember going through some frustrating times due to poor behaviors by my recruiters. Most agents and agencies were helpful. Others...not so helpful. Here's some things to save the reader frustration and wasted time.
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My Lhasa ApsoThis story is about my dog. He wasn't wanted and I didn't want him either. Then I got to know him. Now I won't give him up.
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Cheers to Rupert GrintComparison of the stars and where I believe their futures are heading. I explain why I believe of the three stars of the Harry Potters series why I believe Rupert Grint will go farthest.
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Car Shopping: Why I Am Buying a Pontiac VibeI need a newer car. I don't want a brand new one, just a good used one. I took some time comparing and have decided on a second hand Pontiac Vibe. I have a buyer for my tired Mitsubishi, but I want that Vibe!
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The More Time I Have, the More I Will WasteThis is a summary of various time wasters in our society.
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Why I Love John C. ReillyReasons I love John C. Reilly's work are not just limited to his skills. Some relate to him reminding me of my own husband.
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Fishing on the SusquehannaSchools of walleyes congregate at the Fabridam in Sunbury making for some excellent fishing from late February on through March. Why the Fabridam was created and when. What else is there to do around there and what other fish swim in the Susquehanna.
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Strawberry Festivals in Chester CountySummer's coming and the weather is getting warmer. The local businesses and hospitals hold events when the weather warms up. My favorite event is the Brandywine Hospital Strawberry Festival which is like a fair. This is how we start our summer!
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Fish Oil - Miracle Food or NotI don't believe in super foods, but I love to eat healthfully. I bought a bottle of fish oil for pain and not only did my pain go away, but my muscle strength returned. Was it the fish oil, my healthful diet, or just time?
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Luci, My Cane CorsoLuci was 3 months old when we got her from someone who refused to sell her. She was afraid at first, but quickly learned how to fit in. She's a big girl now with lots of love, but she needs training to be the best dog!
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Hiking Trails in Chester County and Northern Central PAI start out by discussing a dog walk on the Struble Trail. I flash back to walking in the woods near my house. I flash forward to someone discussing hiking, which I interpret as walking.The article ends with a short description of local trails.
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The Story of Big Trash Day in Valley TownshipValley Township offers big trash day one time per year and rather than buy certain items, I check out what the neighbors are throwing away. It's fun, it's different, and we save a fortune by doing it. In the meantime, we throw out a lot, as well.
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The More Things ChangeWhen I was a kid icky green was popular and it's back. When I was a kid, the hot cars were the Mustang, the Charger, and the bug. When I was a kid gas prices went up and everyone yelled. Today it's the same.
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Feng Shui to Improve Your LifeI start my spring cleaning in February and finish right before Christmas. Why? Because I love feng shui. I have found when I spring clean, money flows into my house and my luck just explodes.
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Close Enough to DyingI was diagnosed with endocarditis months after symptoms showed up. Before it was over, I had an infection in my brain which caused a blood vessel to break. After almost 15 years, most specialists believe I had either a stroke or an aneurism.
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My Most Memorable EasterWhy do you celebrate Easter? We celebrate for another reason....