Richard L. Meister Jr.
Richard has been a part-time freelance writer since 1986. He has also worked as a full-time writer and has taught a writing class for a local college.
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Spokane Community College/AA degree; The Institute of Children s Literature Course; Writer s Digest s Short Story Writing Course; Writer s Digest s Advance Writer s Workshop; Past National Vice President of Composers, Authors and Artists of America.Motto
It's nice to be important, but it's more important to be nice.Affiliations
Richard L. Meister Jr.
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Displaying Results 1 - 87 (of 87) for Yahoo! Voices
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Why Do Some People Hate to Have Their Picture Taken?My foster mother hated having her picture taken. . Can getting your picture taken be that scary for some people? Why? -
The Day the Dog DiedI looked up into the sky and thought, What a beautiful day to die. -
Ten Rumors About Me CorrectedTen rumors about me I thought I'd end by telling which ones are not true and which ones are.
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Life Clip Number Six: Hopping the TrainWe were going to run away by hopping a train. This is a story about that adventure. -
Life Clip Number Five: The Valiant RollsA State Patrol car showed up, lights flashing. The officer came down the embankment and asked if everyone was okay. -
Life Clip Number Four: A Cousin with a CheckThis "life clip" is about an event that changed my trust in people. -
Life Clip Number Three: Beer and DeerThis "Life Clip" took place back when my brother and I were both in our youth. Back when we weren't as smart as we thought we were.
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Life Clip Number Two: The Scare from the HoodAnother incident involving the little red Ford. -
Life Clip Number One: Rubbernecking is Not a Good IdeaI plan to do a series of what I call, "life clips." These are little events that have happened in my life, mostly humorous (although not always at the time). -
Sex, Prostitution and the Single ManA conversation with a coworker about sex and prostitution.
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Is Publishing Display Only on Associated Content from Yahoo! Worth It?When AC first announced a display only option where contributors could remove their work whenever they wanted, I wasn't a big fan of it. Why would anyone want to remove their content once it is published?
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Carla's Delicious Barbecued RibsWhere Did Carla Get Those Delicious Barbecued Ribs?
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I was Ripped Off--Or was I Really?Leaving the grocery store one evening I was approached by a man with a story and asking for money. I did something I usually don't do.
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Do Siped Tires Really Work?Winter is fast approaching and it's time to think about getting around on slick roads. Siped tires are tires that have been ran though a device that makes tiny slices about a quarter of an inch deep in the tire tread to give them better grip.
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Restaurant Table for the Undesirables?I often wondered if restaurants had a table which was reserved for patrons they considered "undesirables." Read what I think and why.
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Been Snipe Hunting Lately?Ever been on a snipe hunt? Read this article and discover what it's all about.
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How to Stay PoorThis is for those who are working and making a wage but have no money and want to know how to stay poor. Let's face it. No one wants to be filthy rich.
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You're Such a CutieIf you're female and you think I'm talking about you, you may be right, or you may be wrong; that is not what this article is about. This article is about a question that has been on my mind for a long time.
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The Joys of Working Swing ShiftI've worked every shift there is--days, swing (an evening shift) and graveyard (night shift), but swing shift beats them all.
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Cooking Doesn't Have to Be ComplicatedWhen cooking from scratch throw out your measuring cups and spoons and don't be afraid to experiment. Learn the inconsistencies of your stove top (burners) and the oven. -
I Saw Stephen King in a Local RestaurantYes, Stephen King--the king of horror--sat a table away staring right at me!
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Consumer Cellular Product ReviewOne thing that impressed me was Costumer Cellular's coverage area. It's almost everywhere in the United States. And you can change plans any time without a fee.
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Where My Dream Took MeA weird dream turned into a weird article that took a short trip through some good AC contributor's articles. -
I Owe LegalZoom.Com A Big ApologyIt was my fault. A typing error led to the delay.
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Is LegalZoom.Com All It's Cracked Up to Be?This is not a review of LegalZoom.com because I never got far enough to do a review.
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LED Light Bulbs--The Future in Lighting?Like many Americans, I proudly bought florescent lights thinking I was conserving a great deal of energy and saving the environment. At the time I did not know they contain mercury. LED uses about half the energy florescent do and do not contain mercury. -
A Few Money Saving TipsThis tough economy has people looking for ways to save money. Here are a few ideas and where I got them.
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Minsley Cooked Brown Rice (Organic) (Gogo Rice) Product ReviewBrown rice is better for a person's health than white rice. Minsley Cooked Brown Rice is convenient and easy to fix. -
Aidells Chicken Meatballs (Teriyaki & Pineapple) Product ReviewOver the years I learned if I mix spices in with ground chicken I can enjoy eating it. So when I saw Aidells Chicken Meatballs I figured it was worth a try. Here are my findings. -
The Fedora (fiction)Does a hat really change the way people thing about a person? Read what happened when Jack bought a fedora.
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How I Got Out of DebtWhat I did to get out of debt won't work for everyone, but it's the way I did it and it eventually got me into a no-debt lifestyle.
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Why Does a Woman Lie If Not Wanting to Date a Man?Why does a woman lie when a man asks her out and she doesn't want to go? It makes no sense.
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Headless Ghost: A True StoryThis is a true story about what I saw when I was five years old.
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A Ghost StoryThe ads in Spooky Magazine were getting weirder all the time. Last month's ran one titled, "Professional Hangman." The guy hung wallpaper. I figured this would be just as illusive. A ghost story to get you into the Halloween mood.
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Scary Memories for Halloween with a Double-barrel ShotgunI was too old to be out trick-or-treating, but it was my first time. Boy, did I come away with scary memories for Halloween to last a lifetime!
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A Long Ago Easter Egg HuntDid a long ago Easter egg hunt change the way I think about contests, gambling and lotteries?
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Blackmail to Die ForHe had not been expecting a letter. After he read it, he stuffed it into the breast pocket of his suit and slipped the enclosed DVD into the player.
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New Laws for Writing ReviewsI heard on the radio on my way home from work the other night that new laws were going into effect concerning reviews written by bloggers and others on the internet.
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Cops in Semi-trucksWashington State Patrol will now be riding in the cabs of semi-trucks.
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Hunt for SasquatchFor those who don't know what Sasquatch is (also known as bigfoot), it's a big, tall (six to twelve feet), hairy creature with human like features.
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Operate Your Vehicle on an Alternative FuelWith gas prices on the rise again, now may be the time to think about an alternative fuel.
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Costco: A ReviewCostco is a warehouse club where you can buy almost anything. What can't be bought at their brick-and-mortar store may be available on their website.
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A Lesson in Grocery ShoppingHey, lady, where did you get your Grocery Shopping Cart Operator's License--out of a box of Lucky Charms?
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Blue Horizon Organic White Bean Chicken Chili Product ReviewQuite intriguing, since I have never had chili made with white beans or chicken, nor did I even know there was such a thing. -
A Few Thoughts About the PastThis is just a few thoughts about when I was growing up and my first few jobs. -
Bag Balm: What's it Doing on Your Friend's Coffee Table?You visit your friend to congratulate her on the birth of her new baby and you see a green square can setting on her coffee table. What in the world is she doing with something called, "Bag Balm"? -
Harry's Organic Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Product ReviewHarry's Organic Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is creamy and not too salty with plenty of chunks of tomatoes. The basil and other spices aren't overbearing. -
Product Review: Kirkland Signature Chicken Corn ChowderI found this product one day while shopping at Costco. It is inspected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and is a product of the USA. The chowder is creamy with a lot of corn and large chunks of chicken.
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Tips on What to Do If Your Car OverheatsToday's cars rarely overheat, but there are reasons why they will. If this happens, there are two things you should Never do.
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Product Review: Kirkland Signature™ Martha Stewart Turkey SoupI found this soup just as delicious as any turkey soup I have eaten. The spices were just the right mix and I found no need to add pepper or salt. There were plenty of good size chunks of turkey. -
Article Writing: 16 Tips for a Better Face to Face InterviewI have done hundreds of face to face interviews throughout my writing career. What follows are sixteen tips to help you get the best and most enjoyable interviews possible. -
Product Review: Novafoam® Memory Foam MattressMemory foam is a foam which conforms to the object placed on it, distributing weight evenly and returns to its original form once the object is removed.
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Product Review: Neuton Battery-Powered MowerTired of changing the air filter, spark plug and oil as well as running to the gas station every time I needed gas, not to mention the fumes, noise and pull starting the thing, I decided to buy an electric mower. -
Freakin' MayberryWhen Harry jumped off a train in what he called, "freakin' Mayberry," he got more than he bargained for. Much more.
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Product Review: Foster's All Natural Pickled Asparagus SpearsI love asparagus, but I had never eaten pickled asparagus before. Read this review and discover what I did.
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Why I Bought a Purple Cross PlanDeath. Most people don't like to think about it. There is one thing certain about death--it is in everyone's future. And the time to think about it is now.
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Holiday Quiz: Ten Quiz Questions About United States HolidaysHow much do you really know about United States holidays?
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Funny Things SaidI just read a couple of articles by Angela Russell on the origins of sayings and, for some reason, they got me thinking about some of the funny things I have heard. -
Product Review: Gilmour Gardening Innovation's Adjustable Oscillating Sprinkler Model 8800DThe Gilmour® Gardening Innovation's Adjustable Oscillating Sprinkler is an oscillating sprinkler which the oscillating tube can be adjusted left or right, as well as how wide or narrow the spray area is. -
Ten Disadvantages of Being a BachelorAttention women: Make sure your husband/live-in boyfriend reads this!
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Tips for Starting Your Car on a Cold MorningOne of these frozen mornings I'm going to wake up to va-rrooom, va-rroom, va-BANG-CLANG-CLANG-CLUNK-dinga-linga-ling. "YOU STUPID @#%&! CAR!" -
Ten Advantages of Being a BachelorWarning to women: Don't let your husband/live-in boyfriend read this!
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Aviation History: Spokane Sun-GodThe Spokane Sun-God played an important role in aviation history. It was the first airplane to make a non-stop transcontinental round trip flight. Read about the return from New York to Spokane, Washington. -
Aviation History: Spokane Sun-GodThe Spokane Sun-God played an important role in aviation history. It was the first airplane to make a non-stop transcontinental round trip flight. -
Bugs: You've Got to Love Those Creepy Crawlers!It happened a few years ago on a cool 80 degree day while driving home from a fun huckleberry excursion. A day the temperature stayed below 100 degrees. -
Ten Things a Woman Can Do to Catch a Good ManMost women think men are only interested in one thing: sex, sex, sex, sex and more sex. So they become confused when they sleep with a man and he doesn't stick around. Here are ten tips that might help you catch a good man and keep him.
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Gas Station Daze: Part 5: He'll Never Do that Here, AgainThe customer claimed he asked for five dollar's worth. I heard him say to fill it up. Read how my boss solved it.
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Gas Station Daze: Part 4: Flat Tire!Five minutes before closing time on a slow night at the gas station, I sat waiting to shut the lights off, count the money and go home. The last two hours had dragged and all I thought about was crawling into bed and getting a good night's sleep.
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Gas Station Daze: Part 3: Read the Sign, Hey?I didn't have to wash dishes too long after I was let go from my first gas station job. I had another gas station job within six months. The saga continues...
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Gas Station Daze: Part 2: RobbedA few weeks after the incident with the two young ladies I got to work and found the owner had brought in eight new fancy wheels. I went to the showroom and about creamed my jeans. Every one of those expensive rims were gone!
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Gas Station Daze: Part 1: Hot Young WomenI put myself through college by working at gas stations. Here is my recollection of some of the strange things that happened during those days.
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Temporary Job Service Agencies: Are They Right for You?If you're looking for work, or want to work part-time, or just want to earn some extra cash, you may want to consider working for a temporary job service agency. -
Christian Teen-Young Adult Short StoryBANG! Watch where you are going. Watch your mouth. Punch 'em out. Throw away the sugar. Keep out. Have a nice day. Stick your nose in. Shut up. Keep pounding. Pray. What do these words have to do with writing? Read this and find out.
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My Sex Appeal According to Amy BrantleyAmy Brantley wrote an article titled, Sex Appeal Doesn't Have to be Complicated. I read the article and my first thought was, Boy, I must be the most un-sexy guy on planet earth.
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Test Your Knowledge: Ten Fun Quiz QuestionsTake this quiz and see how much you know.
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Foster Care Pros and Cons: Is it As Bad As You Think?Foster care was the best thing to ever happened to me. -
Five Things I Learned in The Twenty Plus Years as a Freelance WriterHere are five more things I learned from my years as a freelance writer.
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What to Do If You Hate Your JobIf you hate your job so much you have to tell everyone you hate it, why don't you just quit?
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Five Common Grammar Mistakes People MakeI'm not a grammar expert, however these are common grammar mistakes I've seen which drove me to several grammar books to find out what is and isn't correct. Now I'll pass that knowledge on to you.
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Ten Things I Learned in Twenty Plus Years as a Freelance WriterLearn why: the first page of your manuscript is the most important, being stubbon can lose you sells, spelling the editor's name right is important and being a wise guy is not wise.
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Washington State Votes: Make Sure Your Name is Counted When Signing a PetitionMany Washington State voters don't realize there are several things they can do that will cause their name to be crossed off a petition and not counted. Here are a few things voters need to know.
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Is Dating Someone from the Workplace Wise?There is good news and bad news about dating someone you work with. Find out how to avoid the bad or at least minimize it.
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Halloween - the Real History?The many tales of Halloween and what the symbols mean.
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Why Cook with a Pressure CookerPressure cookers can cook food three to ten times faster than ordinary cooking methods and preserve flavors and nutrients.
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A Man Who Makes Data Plates for Antique AutosJerry Turner makes generator, starter and distributor data plates for antique car and other antiques at his small company.
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Your Thirty-Year-Old Pregnant Aunt Does Not Make a Good Blind Date for a TeenagerNo teenager wants a blind date with your thirty-year-old pregnant aunt. Yet in a pinch and an offer of a good deal, you may achive it. But, be aware, the poor teenager may find a way to get even with you.
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Toilet Seats: Not a Good Conversation Topic with a JewelerMy brother's big mouth could have gotten us arrested! His inappropriate coversation caused one jeweler to pay him back. Unfortunately, I happened to be with him at the time.