Laurie Boris
An editor and graphic designer/desktop publisher who has also been writing professionally almost twenty years, Laurie has taught at the Art Institute of Boston and Northeastern University. Her first novel, The Joke's on Me, will be published in July, 2011.
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Living with OsteoporosisI wasn't supposed to get osteoporosis, but here's what I'm doing to safeguard my health and prevent further bone loss. -
TV Commercials I Love to HateThey irritate. They grate. They make you run from the room. But there's something about them that sticks in your head. They're the commercials I love to hate. What are yours? -
The UltraMind SolutionA controversial but fascinating new book, "The UltraMind Solution," by Dr. Mark Hyman, proposes that some ailments that we've come to call "mental illnesses" are caused by environmental toxins and the poor nutrition of the typical American diet.
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Cheap Thrills: Thirteen Things You Can Do to Stretch Your Entertainment DollarJust because your wallet's looking a little thin doesn't mean you have to forgo having fun. Here are a "baker's dozen" tips for you to find inexpensive entertainment in your area.
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Twenty Questions for Opportunity KnocksABC's fresh new family game show, Opportunity Knocks, is all about how well you know your family. Answer the questions right, and you could win a truckload of prizes. Here are some questions that I think it would be interesting for host J.D. Roth to ask. -
An Open Letter to Barack ObamaJust one citizen's opinion on what the Obama campaign has to do to win the White House. -
Taking Vitamins? Timing is EverythingVitamins and minerals can interact with each other, with your prescription medications and even with the food you eat. Get the most out of your dietary supplement dollar and maximize your health by making sure that you are taking them correctly, and at the right time.
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Syesha Mercado's Performance on American Idol: Neil Diamond WeekSyesha Mercado, the most underrated of this season's Top Ten, turned in a terrific performance on Neil Diamond week, although it won't be enough to place her higher than fourth.
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Wedding Day Tips: Things This Bride Wishes She'd Known (And Some She Did)Nervous about your upcoming nuptials? Think your seating chart will take longer to craft than the pyramids of Egypt? Take a few tips from this former bride for a smoother and less stressful wedding day.
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How to Make Wedding SneakersWhy spend your wedding day with pinched feet and a pinched face? Wear these wedding sneakers and dance your way through the day with a smile. -
iListen: Voice Activated Software by MacSpeechA review of MacSpeech's iListen voice recognition software: who's training whom, or, how many times do I have to say "the" before it gets it right?
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Living with Chronic Myofascial Pain SyndromeMyofascial Pain Syndrome is caused by knots called "trigger points" that develop in muscles and surrounding tissues. In this article, I describe what it is and how it's treated.
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FDA Approves First Drug for Treating FibromyalgiaMany years in coming, the Food and Drug Administration has approved Pfizer's Lyrica as the first drug for treating fibromyalgia. This chronic condition is suffered by over 6 million people in the US alone.
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A Review of Topical Pain Relievers: Which Work and Which Aren't Worth the MoneyBecause of problems so many people have with pain medication, topical pain relievers have become more popular. But how can you tell which are better than others? Hopefully this side-by-side comparison by someone who lives with chronic pain can help.
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Living with a Gluten Free DietSensitivity to gluten in foods can cause health problems as mild as indigestion and as serious as celiac disease. Here's a brief guide to gluten: what it is, where it's found, and if it's giving you problems, how you can avoid it - at home, dining out, or on the road. -
Female Ump to Work Spring Training GameThursday March 29, 2007 marks a milestone in major league baseball history as the first woman in nearly 20 years starts as umpire in a spring training game in Arizona.
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Outside the BoxBut is it art? A young couple explores the bounds of their relationship on a trip through a gallery.
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Why John Edwards's Campaign is ScrewedA treatise on why, despite his and Elizabeth's impassioned public announcements, John Edwards won't make it to the top of the ticket in 2008
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How to Fight Spring Allergies Without MedicationA guide to reducing the severity of spring allergy symptoms without resorting to over-the-counter or prescription medication. -
Why You Shouldn't Carry Prescription Pills in Unmarked ContainersMost people aren't aware that carrying your Schedule II-V prescription drugs in an unmarked container is against the law, and in fact - as I found out - getting caught carrying any prescription medication in an unmarked vial can really ruin your night. -
The Top Ten Books Every Fiction Writer Should OwnHundreds of books have been written about writing and selling fiction. Here are ten of the best, and why you should own them.
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How to Make Your First Novel Publisher-PerfectThis how-to guide is meant to help beginning novelists edit their own manuscripts, so they can create a better product to meet the stringent requirements of today's literary agents and publishers.
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A Beginner's Guide to NASCARA brief introduction to the exciting and fast-growing sport of NASCAR racing, including info about the cars, the tracks, the races, and what the big deal is about a bunch of cars driving around in circles for four and a half hours. -
The Most Underrated TV Shows of All TimeA "top ten" list of the most underrated television shows of all time, a bit about them, and why they should have either been given more recognition or allowed to stay on the air longer.
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Tom CruiseSend Tom Cruise Far and Away (from me). If there was an Oscar category for "Most Overrated Celebrity," this is why Tom Cruise should get the award.
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Friday Night LightsNBC's Friday Night Lights has been acclaimed by critics, has a small but loyal following yet can't get a toehold in the ratings. Here's why this well-crafted, well-written and well-acted show should stay on the air and not get sent to the showers.
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Who Wants to Be President?A modest proposal that we dispense our current messy, confusing, scandal-fraught presidential election process and simply select our leaders like they do winners of American Idol.
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Timothy's Law Passed in New YorkTimothy's Law, named for 12-year-old Timothy O'Clair - who committed suicide after years of struggling with mental illness - was signed by New York's governor George Pataki on December 22. The law will force insurance companies to provide more coverage for mental illnesses.
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An Open Letter To Time MagazineA tongue-in-cheek thank you letter to Time Magazine for choosing "me" as person of the year for "my" contributions to the web that will move the control of the internet from institutions to the individual. -
Some Career Advice for Kevin FederlineA few suggestions for how Kevin Federline can pick up the pieces after his divorce from Britney Spears.
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Let Them Eat Fat!While I applaud KFC's decision to stop using trans-fats, I cringe at the thought of a government crackdown on fat in food. If you want steak with fries, that should be between you and your arteries, and none of Washington's business.
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What is the Anti-Inflammatory Diet?Perhaps you've heard that the anti-inflammatory diet can help your arthritis or fibromyalgia pain, or improve your heart health. Here's a summary of what it is and how you can stick to it in the real world of restaurants, parties, and eating on the run. -
Best Holiday Gift Ideas Under $20 for GourmetsHave a "foodie" or kitchen magician on your list and don't know how to please them? Try these ideas to give them a taste of something special while keeping to your holiday budget. -
NBC Comedy Twenty Good Years Needs a Good Rewrite"Twenty Good Years," a new NBC comedy, was supposed to showcase the talents of veteran actors John Lithgow and Jeffrey Tambour. While it has potential, the show fell flatter than the dialogue, the jokes, and the oddly-placed laugh track. -
Heifer Int'l Says, "To End Poverty, Don't Have a Cow - Give One"Heifer, International wants to help end world poverty and promote peace by giving farm animals to poor families. But I have reservations about how the process works and if the animals actually get to those who need them.
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Best Holiday Gifts Your Mother-In-Law Won't ReturnYes, your mother-in-law always says she loves your gifts, but you have a hunch that either she's at the mall the next day on the exchange line or that they end up at someone else's house. Here are a few ideas for gifts she'll truly love (and keep!). -
Holiday Gifts for People Living On Their Own for the First TimeGot someone on your list who is setting up housekeeping for the first time? They need everything, but how can you decide on what? Check out this handy guide for gifts they'll love. -
Best Holiday Gifts for Co-Workers: Under $20Why give your coworkers the usual mugs, candles and Christmas ornaments when there are so many other fresh ideas available? Check out some alternative ways to remember the people who make your job easier without blowing your budget. -
Gene Simmons' Family Jewels: Best New Show You're Probably Not WatchingCheck out this half-hour reality show on A&E featuring former KISS member Gene Simmons. You'll laugh your platform boots off as he tries to balance his family and professional life.
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The ACOD's (Adult Children of Divorce) Guide to Surviving ThanksgivingThanksgiving can be a challenge for adult children of divorce (ACODs). Parents can pull you apart until you feel like the wishbone. This guide offers hints to help you get through the holiday with your dignity intact and a minimum of hurt feelings. -
Shape Up, Mid-Hudson Valley, New York!With so many workout alternatives in the rapidly-growing Mid-Hudson Valley, it can be a challenge to find a place to call your own. Here's a guide to just a few of the myriad of places where you can get in shape in the Ulster/Dutchess county area.
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The Smart Babe's Guide to Post-Season BaseballYou've been invited to someone's house to watch "the big game," but you think baseball is duller than watching Astroturf grow. With this guide to the game and the post season, even non-baseball fans can sound impressive without really trying.
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Scandal-Plagued 5-Term State Assemblyman Flames Out in PrimaryDogged by scandals, Patrick Manning, the five-term republican Assemblyman from a district in New York's Mid-Hudson Valley, loses a primary bid to an eager challenger, 29-year-old Marc Molinaro, who, at 17, was the youngest person elected to public office.
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Best Non-Prescription Products for Treating the Symptoms of FibromyalgiaAs someone who has been living with fibromyalgia for almost fifteen years, I've put together a guide to what I think are some of the best natural products I've used to give me relief from my worst symptoms. -
Licensed to Vote?A treatise that due to the ignorance of the American populace - despite the educational efforts of "Schoolhouse Rock," the right to vote should be extended only to those who pass a licensing exam.
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How I Learned to Treat Myself for FibromyalgiaIn 1993, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, an illness that is often misunderstood and poorly treated in the medical community. This is an explanation of the disease in general and my at times extremely frustrating battle to learn how to live with it.