Jennifer E. Brown
Jennifer recently graduated Eastern Illinois University in May 2011, earning a Bachelor of Arts in journalism. Her emphasis was in copyediting and reporting. Since 2001, Jennifer has written for a variety of online writing sites. She has also been a reporter for the Daily Eastern News. She has been a freelance reporter for Journal Gazette-Times Courier in Mattoon, IL. Her ultimate career goal is to be a feature editor of a medium size newspaper or an opinion editor. Jennifer loves to meet new people and loves to hear their interesting stories. In fact, she will research and write on a variety of topics to expand her knowledge.
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Personal Story: How I Chose My Wedding DressThis is the personal story of how I chose my wedding dress, which will make my wedding day memorable.
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10 Creative Winter Garden TipsThe harsh temperatures of winter are just around the corner. Start to get your garden winterized and begin planning for spring!
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Unique Ways to Decorate Your Home for the HolidaysEveryone is looking for their own unique way to decorate for the winter holidays. Have fun with it and see where your creativeness takes you!
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Creative Ways to Engage Your Children During WinterWhen snow keeps your children indoors, have educational activities planned. This keeps their minds active and helps them learn something new.
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How Christmas is Celebrated Around the WorldSanta is thought to deliver presents throughout the world in one night. It's variations of this mythological tradition which make Christmas light up a child's eye.
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10 Technical Gadgets to Not Leave at HomeThese technical gadgets make family and business traveling much more fun and enjoyable. Don't leave them at home or you may find yourself bored. These gadgets will keep the kids busy and the parents very happy.
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My Green New Year's Resolution: Good-bye Forever, Plastic Bags!I'm trying to go earth-friendly in 2012 and start using cloth bags for good. While I rarely use a plastic bag anymore, it's time to make this permanent.
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Macbook Game Review: Treasures of Montezuma 3Similar to Bejeweled, this game goes much more further and has more to offer those who play. If you like speed and strategy games, than this game might just be for you.
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Debate: Should Students Have to Keep a High GPA for Their Student Loans?Students struggle in school; this is one of many reasons universities set their minimum GPA requirement at 2.0. However, should students have to pick up the slack and be expected to do more? Should schools expect more from students? I'm in favor of it.
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Top 5 Health New Year Resolutions for 2012These are my top 5 health goals I want to accomplish next year. Most of them are achievable and others will just need refined. Either way, I think all will be completed by the end of 2012! :)
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November: It's National Diabetes MonthType 2 Diabetes is the adult on-set of diabetes. It can be prevented, even if it's in your genetics. Learn how to prevent this disease and what to look out for in case it arrives.
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How to Teach Your Child About Money and SavingsChildren are always wanting to buy that new toy in the store. Start early teaching them the value of money so they grow into wise spenders and savers.
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How to Live Wisely During a RecessionWe all need to save money, but during a recession it is more criticial. Learn some tips of how you could save wisely.
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Nellie Bly -- Pioneer of JournalismNellie Bly paved the way for women journalists, becoming one of many to expose the deepest social issues of society. Bly, among others, helped develop investigative journalism into what it has become today.
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Opportunity Vs. DangerA free verse poem I wrote for my poetry class at college. It has a strong message so I decided to share it, but it's not based off of personal experience.
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Flying Snowballs--HaikuA haiku about children playing in the snow.
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Bring Home Daddy for ChristmasA pantoum poem about a little girl's wish to have her father, who serves in the Army, home for Christmas.
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Angel of GodA villanelle poem about the angels which save us from the toughest of situations. These messengers of God are who often assist us in reflecting back on what may have just happened, and to be thankful that hopefully a better alternative happened instead.
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Android App Review: Google LatitudeGoogle Latitude is a wonderful Android and iPhone application. It helps keep in touch with one another when distance seems so far.
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Haiku: StormsEach of this is a different haiku. I enjoy writing these but sometimes they can be difficult because the lines are so short. Enjoy the storm throughout this post. :)
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Time Slips ByIf time really did slip by as in this poem, I think the human race would take less for granted. We would appreciate more and not think so fast on our feet.
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How to Prepare for a Natural DisasterDoes your family have a natural disaster plan? Search here for tips of how to become more prepared for those unwelcoming storms and earthquakes.
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Creation Throughout Various World ReligionsWe all know the creation story in the Bible, but what about those from other cultures? Many don't believe the Christian version and it's important to know all sides of the story.
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Guide to Starting a Blog for Beginning BloggersAre you new at blogging? Read this article for the best tips to get you started. It'll give you great information for finding your ideal niche for your blog--and many other things along the way.
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Ten Things I'm Thankful for This ThanksgivingIt's a holiday to be grateful for life, laughter and love -- and turkey!
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Christmas StockingsA villanelle Christmas poem centered around the magic of Santa Claus. After all, it's the children that really make the holiday magical and bring Santa into the season.
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Crumble and FallA villanelle poem about the darkness of a mental health institution or perhaps a dark place we find ourselves struggling to leave without getting involved. Sometimes life just leaves us feeling this way.
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How to Recognize Signs That Your Child is Being Bullied at SchoolSchool bullying is getting out of control in our country. Learn how to recognize the signs so you can save your child's life.
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Should Women Serve in Combat?Do we, as Americans, want to send our military daughters to the front lines? The ban could be lifted by the U.S. government, which would give these women that opportunity.
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How to Market Your Articles to Social Marketing SitesMarketing articles is a great way for freelancers to earn extra money. Learn the best websites to market your work and what each one involves.
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How to Create a Motivational Writing AreaWhere does your muse speak to you?
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Debate: Should Energy Drinks Require an Age Limit?A debate about the health hazards of energy drinks. Do you think they should be regulated by the FDA?
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Which E-reader Fits You Best?Kindle vs. Nook --- where do you read your book?
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Fall AstrayA villanelle poem about the changing colors of autumn.
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Lessons to Be Learned from the Duggar FamilyAn editorial about the Duggar family and how they should be considered role models.
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Romantic PastelsA phantom poem with a nature theme.
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Traveler's on TrainsA villanelle poem about the many varieties of passengers that ride the CTA, or any sort of train.
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Soft and Gentle SnowflakesA villanelle poem about the fun children have during winter snowfalls.
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Opinion: The White House Struggles with New Job CreationThe economy is struggling and it's time for a change.
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Reasons to Go to CollegeWhen choosing to go to college, there are many reasons to consider before making the decision to attend classes. First, this is one of the first major individual decisions they will make on their own and the student will want to be certain they have chosen the right school.
