Allen Smith

Allen Smith

Living in Vail, CO, Smith published his first book in 2005 and has written for a number of newspapers, magazines and appeared on NBC news. He has won two Humor Press awards for comedy writing and enjoys writing about getting through life.
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San Diego State University, Master of Arts

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My one regret in life is that I am not someone else.
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  • Television Shows that Didn't Make the Fall 2010 Line-up
    Executives are once again scrambling to come up with interesting and unusual television shows that will catch the eye of the consumer. Here is a list of shows that didn't make the cut.
  • How Dating Has Changed Over the Years
    If you're new to the dating scene, it's important to understand how the game has changed.
  • Me No Speak Good Mexican
    Even though I've had over 4 years of classes in college, I still struggle with speaking Spanish at even the most basic level. But now, I have to learn how to speak it. It could end up saving someone's life!
  • Adventures with Sigmoidoscopies
    If you've never experienced the humiliation of being medically violated in front of a group of your peers, then wait no more.. It's time for your first sigmoidoscopy!
  • Speed Dating Cougars, MILFs and Chihuahuas
    If you're an "older adult" and have been overtaken by the urge to start dating again, there are a few things you need to know about navigating the murky waters of the dating scene.
  • Air Biscuits, Sneezures and Technicolor Yodels
    Have you ever wondered how common customs became "accepted?" And, what would happen if our customs were like those in other parts of the world?
  • Hot Careers for 2007!
    The Bush Administration announced today its list of the top careers for job seekers.
  • New Frontiers in Home Schooling
    Ever since Massachusetts issued the first compulsory education law in 1789, many parents have attempted to justify the reasons for home schooling their children; one couple comes up with a unique approach to the solution.
  • Should Overweight Consumers Pay Extra for Services From Southwest Airlines & Other Businesses?
    A number of companies and consumer groups think that overweight adults should pay extra for their services. Do you?
  • Expelled from Match.com!
    Over 40 million single men and women have turned to on-line dating services; Match.com being one of the most popular. But, play by the rules or you'll find yourself banished from the romantic Internet!
  • Divorced! - First "Same-person Marriage" Ends in Bitter Divorce
    Roland Nigland, the first person to marry himself, files for divorce in Boston, Massachusetts during a bitterly contested battle.
  • Looking for Work Never Seems to Get Any Easier
    Last year, I reluctantly became a member of a group that offered few potential benefits or distinctions: the ranks of the unemployed. While some job search techniques never change, some things remain the same.
  • Six Useful Ways You Can Save Time
    Have you ever wished that there could be some proven techniques for saving you time in your busy workday? Well, now there is. Try these useful tips for saving time in your busy day...
  • Ski School: What You Can Expect when Learning to Ski This Winter
    Unless you're particularly adventurous (or a tad bit suicidal), the only place to learn how to ski properly is in an organized class of beginning skiers: fellow neophytes who've been coerced into sliding down a mountain of glare ice by their friends.
  • Sweeping Changes Announced for the International Federation of Competitive Eating
    The sports world was stunned yesterday when the International Federation of Competitive Eaters announced sweeping changes to the sport of amateur gurgitation by adding three new competitive eating contests.
  • New Rules for Deer and Elk Hunting Season!
    From Vermont to California, there have always been three traditional hunting seasons: archery, muzzleloader, followed by high-power rifle season. This year the Dept. of Wildlife institutes new, fairer hunting seasons.
  • The Best Places to Eat and Drink in the Vail Valley
    Traveling to unfamiliar resorts always presents the same challenge: where to eat. But, if you happen to be in Vail, Colorado you're in luck - someone has already done your homework for you
  • Ski Training with Groucho
    The best way to prepare for a winter of skiing, boarding or skating is a winter of skiing, boarding or skating. Tough, when it's August and 95 degrees outside. So what's the best way to get ready for ski season?
  • Moving from the City to the Mountains
    Living at a high altitude resort may or may not be right for you. But if you're adventurous and willing to explore a new lifestyle, it may be the most important move of your life.
  • Make Big Money as a Freelance Sperm Donor
    There's a critical shortage for qualified sperm donors. But there's a lot to becoming a candidate. The author gives you the lowdown on how to get started.
  • British Airline Bomb Threat Foiled!
    British authorities announced yesterday that they had successfully thwarted an attempt by terrorists to detonate dozens of "sticky bombs" constructed from 2-liter bottles of diet Pepsi and Mentos candy mints.
  • Are You Too Old to Be Fit? Aerobic Exercise and You
    Is it too late start an exercise program? No matter how old you are, its never too late to get fit. Here's how you do it...
  • Choosing the Right Ski Equipment, From Bindings to Boots
    If you're one of those skiers who still insists on using gear that's been in the back of your garage since the 1970's, you might want to consider trying the new technology this year. It could make your next vacation.
  • Preventing Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Alpine Skiing
    Few of us like to dwell on getting injured when we head out for a day of skiing. But, with the declining states of fitness in adults and recent evolutions in ski equipment, you may be at more risk for injury than you'd care to admit.
  • Anabolic Steroids Invade the World of Professional Chess
    The professional chess world was rocked today when 13 year old chess prodigy, Bobby Baines was disqualified for testing positive for steroids. The United States Chess Federation vows to eradicate steroids from the field of play.
  • Malcolm Brown, M.D. - Ghetto Doctor
    In another bold move by the Academy Award winning director, Mel Gibson is poised to release two new film projects, "Ghetto," produced entirely in Ebonics and its sequel, "Malcolm Brown, M.D.," produced in Pig Latin.
  • Catastrophe on Aisle 27: The Need for Federal Grocery Regulations
    Fed up with being repeatedly kicked out of the 10 items or less line, the author outlines a federally regulated, four-point plan to adressing the flagrant paucity of grocery shopping regulations.
  • The Vatican III: Sweeping New Changes for Practicing Roman Catholics
    Backed by the College of Cardinals, the Vatican has authorized a number of new guidelines for practicing Roman Catholics in hopes of bolstering their rapidly declining numbers.
  • The Tour De France Has a Female Winner!
    Five years after the professional cycling world began allowing women to compete in the Tour de France, the cycling world was stunned when a twenty one year old woman became the first female to win the coveted Yellow Jersey.
  • Burning Calories and Losing Weight with Regular Exercise
    Anyone that's ever embarked on a weight loss plan has undoubtedly heard the old adage, calories in, calories out. But if its really that simple, why are over 97 million people struggling with their weight?
  • Simply Following Directions
    Due to the litigious nature of our society, user instructions are now required for just about every consumer product; even products that we usually take for granted. The author takes a look at some commonly overlooked instructions to simple products.
  • For Better or for Worse - Boston Man Marries Himself
    A Boston man married himself today in a private service. Roland Nigland, 31, stood before a municipal judge and a small gathering of close friends to profess his love to himself in what is believed to be the first, same-person marriage on record.
  • Dealing with High Altitude on Your Vacation
    An exercise physiologist and ski instructor who lives at high altitude talks about how to deal with those breathless days (and nights) during your skiing vacation.
  • How to Get Started in a Career as an Exercise Physiologist
    An exercise physiologist explains how the exciting field of health and fitness can help people lead healthier, more productive lives. But how do you get started?
  • The Real Secret to Using On-line Dating Services
    I haven't been on a date in over five years; ever since my wife left me for the Bowflex repairman. But, after exhaustive research, I've come up with a guaranteed method for anyone hoping to find "Mr. or Ms. Right" over their wireless network.

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