Michelle Starkey

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• Your Preschooler and Karate

  10/31/2011

  It is exciting when your preschooler shows an interest in a sport or activity, but it can be hard to know what to expect as a parent. With a few minor attitude adjustments for you and your child, karate can be a very rewarding an enjoyable experience.
• Finding a Job with a Biology Degree

  9/29/2011

  From my college days to my various jobs following school, one thing has been an integral part of each experience; water. Looking back, it is amazing how what I thought I wanted to do has morphed into what I love doing.
• Tips for Creating a Baby Registry

  7/27/2011

  Baby registries can be tedious for first-time parents. Here is a breakdown of some necessary and not so necessary baby items in an attempt to help relieve some of the potential confusion.
• Gardening with Your Preschooler

  7/25/2011

  Preschoolers are excited to learn about anything in their path, especially outdoors. Without being an expert gardener, you can create a wonderful gardening, bonding, and learning experience with your child.
• Summer Sun

  7/12/2011

  A fun little haiku about the euphoric feel of summer's sun after a long winter.
• Help Your Dog Prepare for and Adjust to Your Baby

  6/28/2011

  This article offers some easy tips for helping your beloved dog get ready for and adjust to the newest member of the family
• Potential New Law Requiring Prescriptions for Common Over-the-Counter Medicines

  6/25/2011

  There is currently a debate over requiring prescriptions for common cold, allergy, and sinus medicines in an effort to derail purchases made for meth production. This articles exams what that means for the consumer.
• Spend Fourth of July in Wilmington, NC

  6/24/2011

  Wilmington North Carolina has amazing fireworks on the Fourth of July but did you know there are events all weekend?
• Wild Fires in Eastern North Carolina

  6/23/2011

  Large fires in Pender County and Dare County are still burning strong and are severely diminshing the air quality in surrounding counties.
• Local Fourth of July Fireworks

  6/20/2011

  A handful of firework happenings in or around Jacksonville, NC
• The Joy of the Farmer's Market

  6/15/2011

  While this article focuses on my local farmer's market, I hope it inspires you to find one near you!
• Work at Home Opportunities-Scam or Legit?

  6/15/2011

  This article examines some of the types of at-home work I have done; hopefully putting some of these opportunities in perspective for those looking for at-home or supplemental income.
• Summer Festivals in Eastern North Carolina

  6/15/2011

  The festivals featured in this article are just 2 of many wonderful events happening this summer in eastern N.C.
• Keeping the Kids Cool This Summer While Not Losing Yours

  6/13/2011

  Summer is here full force so I have come up with some inexpensive ideas to help keep parents and kids cool this summer.
• Basic Gardening Tips for Beginners

  6/13/2011

  I wrote this article to help and hopefully encourage those interested in gardening. I jumped right into gardening with no basic knowledge. This piece offers some basic advice to help avoid some of the frustrations I have experienced.
• I Love My Ford Escape

  6/7/2011

  Of the four cars I have owned, my 2008 Escape is by far the most dependable and low maintenance vehicle.
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  The Job of a Parent

  6/3/2011

  A Sestina examining the roles of the parent and child and how they evolve over time.