Gail M Feldman
I am owned by eleven cats, one dog and one man. The dog and the man are almost housebroken now. I'm working on it.
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B.A. Theatrical Filmmaking, The American University, Washington, D.C., 1976, minors in Theatre and English, Credits toward M.A. from Eastern Washington University, from writing workshop in London in the mid-'90s.Interests
Everything. Honestly. Okay not fishing. But I could learn.... But (relatively) seriously: I have been a magazine editor, a freelance writer and a university instructor (mostly in Japan, in topics ranging from American literature to acting to nutritioMotto
who has a motto? come on! really!Affiliations
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Father in the MirrorA Father's Day poem. -
Pink CloudsA dream poem based on a painting by the poet. -
Blue EyesA long answer to a short question: How did Elaine Frosk become a private eye (and what color did that eye have to be)? -
Making One Recipe Work as Hard as ThreeYou can make cookies with a cookie dough recipe, but you can make other things as well. -
"Posh Nosh" - Frightening the FoodOne may stimulate both the appetite and the funny bone by heeding the snobbish and mangle-verbed culinary perorations of the Earl of Marchmont and his slightly less noble wife, in their ancestral kitchen, in BBC's silly and seductive "Posh Nosh." -
The Humble Pollock: Pollock is a Real Fish and Not Just Imitation Crab and LobsterKnown as "imitation crab" and "imitation lobster" (depending on how it's shaped), pollock is a real fish. -
Cooking on TelevisionVicarious gastronomie with television chefs. -
The RoseWhat does a Valentine's rose mean? Is it a declaration of friendship, of love or of adherence to tradition? What do you do with a rose when you hope so hard it means one thing and you're told it means another? -
"Criminal Minds": Changes of Mind but Not Necessarily HeartChange is often good, but "Criminal Minds" has a habit of booting talent to shake things up, whether things need shaking or not.
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The Hospital: Not the Safest PlaceOne visits a hospital for relief of one's pain, not of one's dignity! -
Smithsonian SummerA young volunteer tour guide explores her assigned territory within the Smithsonian Institution, educating and baffling visitors. -
Guilty Pleasures: Comfort FoodsAs healthily as we may try to eat, there are times when nothing will satisfy us but a comfort food. What is your favorite edible comforter? -
HarvardWhen a misguided guidance counselor discouraged a high school student from applying to college, Nana takes action. -
Working Hard for a Weight-Loss MiracleThe author explains how much or little diet is figuring into her new year's ambitious weight-loss plan. -
The Ghost FrontTwo soldiers, one American and one German, must make their way out of the forest alive. -
Jars: Storage and BeyondSave those jars and lids! They not only make storage of a variety of foodstuffs safe and easy, they also have a multitude of other food-related uses, from cookie cutters to milkshake-shakers. -
Mairzy Doats: Granola, Muesli, and BeyondOats are good food, but do you know them when you see them, and do you know what to do with them once you've got them?
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Vegetarianism: Points of ViewWhat do some people live a vegetarian lifestyle, who do others eat meat, and why is the line between the two lifestyles sometimes a bit blurry?
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With Wobbly Resolve: Resolutions for a New YearSome resolutions are universal. Some are a bit quirkier. If you identify with any of these five resolutions, say so! The author may then feel less alone....
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BespectacledSome kids are traumatized to find they will have to wear glasses; I started wearing them so early, I would be traumatized to find I could no longer wear them!
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A Winter WeddingA poem about a winter wedding!
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Resolving to Diet: Losing 100 Pounds Next YearNo matter how firm my resolve, it won't be easy to lose 100 pounds in the next year. Here is how I plan to do it!
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Lifechanging GameplayRoleplaying games helped me to learn Japanese, exercise my thumbs and transcend debilitating, isolating illness.
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Hot QuinceyHere is a nonalcoholic hot toddy designed to soothe your throat and congested chest, stifle your cough and satisfy your sweet tooth!
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Technophilia, TechnophobiaA born nerd, I still found myself hating two appliances everyone else loves, and loving two gadgets I never expected to like at all.
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21st Century MabudofuMabudofu, a Szechuan Chinese dish, is popular in Japan, where you can buy packaged sauce and add fresh ingredients at home. You can find it in your local Asian shop, but homemade is best!
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New Year's TechnolutionsAt New Year's, some folks resolve to diet; others resolve to save money. We techies have an extra burden and our resolutions may ring (or beep) a little strangely with Luddites. Here are some which may resonate with the rest of us.
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Taking Junk Food Off the Table: Should "Unhealthy" Food Be Excluded from Food Stamp Eligibility?If we disallow the purchase of "unhealthy" foods with food stamps, we first must decide what to label "unhealthy" and then decide whether being poor is a punishable offense.
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Workout Mishaps that Worked OutTwo unusual events surrounding workouts that almost, but not quite, spelled disaster.
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Deathtrap: My Worst (and Only) CarIt's hard to choose a "worst car" when you've only owned one, but Deathtrap definitely qualified.
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Christmas Traditions: A Temporary Solution for a Non-ChristianWhy would a Jew have a Christmas tradition? These days, I don't, but there was a time when I did, and I treasure those memories, which will last forever even if the tradition didn't.Also published on:
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Losing the Weight Loss BattleTwenty-ten was a bust as far as weight loss was concerned. Can I do better in 2011?
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Lively Beef StewServe a hearty stew with a healthy kick to it.
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A High-Resolution Episode of "Brothers and Sisters"Episode "Resolved" lives up to its name, but introduces enough new issues to keep us intrigued.
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"Criminal Minds" Offers Unreflective "Reflection of Desire"Our profile of this episode: not up to the series' usual standards of depth and insight.
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"Law and Order Los Angeles" Episode "Hondo Field" Wanders Off TrackThis series raises, by virtue of its predecessors, higher hopes than it reaches in its seventh episode.
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The REALLY Good Wife"The Poisoned Pill" is a superior -- dizzying -- episode of an already fine show.
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First Person: John Lennon's Death a Passage into AdulthoodJohn Lennon's death shocked the world; as we all wept together, his death brought me closer to my peers.
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Greetings for a Season -- when to Say Happy HolidaysOh, the controversy over wishing strangers a Merry Christmas! Well... does the stranger celebrate Christmas? And if you know what s/he celebrates, what's the point of issuing a generic greeting?
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All the News that Fits... Into a Newspaper or onto Your Screen?News used to be delivered by troubadours, bards and town criers. Newspapers replaced them, and TV and radio chimed in. Now we've got the internet. Here's a short news glash about why this author gets her news from the net.
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How a Fiction Writer Can Recognize Bad AdviceFiction writers, even more than writers in other genres, seem to receive an inordinate amount of bad advice. Here are some examples of advice to avoid.
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How to Make Pie Crust that Doesn't FlopEveryone has a favorite pie crust recipe; here is how not to mess it up.
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If I Could See Through Your EyesWhat happens when a child asks a psychologist a question about perception and objective reality?
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What is Creative Nonfiction?The word "creative" fools some writers into thinking the "nonfiction" part doesn't count. What does it REALLY mean?
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Inconvenient ConveniencesAre the inventions and products supposedly designed to make your life easier actually making it harder? The author can think of a few inconvenient conveniences.
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Realm of Empires: World of Complex, Rewarding FunRealm of Empires is a Facebook application that required some dedication and is not for the faint of heart. Thiose with the stamina to play it will find it a world of fun!
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Fibromyalgia and MeWhen someone asks "What's wrong with you, anyway?" I hardly know where to begin. I do know that however many ailments affect my life, and no matter how relentlessly they do so, I am still ME, not just a collection of disabilities.
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Great Gifts for Young GirlsSome young girls like traditional feminine gifties, and others would rather receive something that no one would have thought, in past centuries or even decades, of giving a girl. Here are some ideas.
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First Person: Making Chanukah PersonalThere are traditions, ancient and modern, associated with the Jewish holiday of Chanukah. Individuals and families have their Chanukah traditions too.
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The Parker Duofold Ballpoint and Its Jaguar KnockoffThe Parker Duofold ballpoint is such a fine pen that even its knockoff is superior to other pens (and even harder to find than the Duofold).
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The Lost MindHave you seen this mind? Last seen wearing....
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Save Money and Reduce Waste by Salvaging Spoiling FoodYour perishables reach a "use it or lose it" point before passing into unreclaimable condition. Take a weekly or semiweekly tour of your refrigerate and learn how to reduce waste and reclaim viable ingredients.
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Missing: Tokens of ChildhoodHave you seen a Seven Up Bar lately? Not unless you've got a working time machine! The author rues the loss of five tokens from her childhood.
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Training the Naughty PalateContrary to what television advertisements try to tell you, good food doesn't taste bad, and bad food doesn't have to tempt you.
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Taking Things InWhat and whom do you value? Sometimes loss is gain.
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Has Our Society Become Controlled by Technology?Technology has always determined the direction of human society. The question is, does it control us on a daily basis, or do we control it?
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Two Grilled Garlic Chicken RecipesHere are two recipes for grilled mint garlic chicken that will work whether you use charcoal in your barbecue on a perfect summer's day, slap it onto your George Foreman on a rainy afternoon or broil it in the dead of winter:
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Willows WeepA poem which disses one of the author's favorite trees, just to be contrary.
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Cheesy Corn Latkes for ChanukahEvery year beginning at sundown on 25th of Kislev on the Jewish calendar, Jews around the world celebrate an ancient military victory and the Miracle of the Oil, which is why fried foods are traditional on Chanukah. Latkes are a particular favorite!
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Sex, Drugs, Rock 'n RollA villanelle; the title says it all.
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Social Networking: How Not to Offend People on FacebookThere are plenty of pugnacious peol on Facebook but you don't have to be one of them to give offense. Can you be active in social networking and get away with never offending anyone?
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The Ten Biggest Mistakes Weight Loss MistakesAre you trying to lose weight? Don't fall into these ten traps!
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Why Antidepressants Can't Cure Clinical DepressionCan antipressants alone cure clinical depression? Highly unlikely... and here is why.
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Wedding VillanelleVilanelle for a Jewish Wedding
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Forest TankaA tanka about the forest.
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What to Do with Thanksgiving LeftoversYou can eat Thanksgiving leftovers until they're featured in your nightmares... or you can do something a little different.
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GratitudeAn acrostic poem is verse whose lines' initial caps spell out the topic of the poem. And today's topic is... Thanksgiving!
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The Last ThanksgivingJust before Thanksgiving, Rosie meets Dash, whose family then, unbeknown to her, is changed forever.
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Exercising at Home All Winter LongWinter is a daunting season for exercise; who wants to go out, for any purpose? You can stay fit exercising gently in your own home, sometimes using household items as props. Here is how.
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Homemade Soup -- Why It's Better Than Store-BoughtIs canned (or cartoned, or frozen) soup "mm-mm" good? Compared to your own, mm-mm. Learn why homemade soup is the better option.
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Hiring an Orchestra Conductor: How Far from Home to LookApparently there is some controversy surrounding the "failure" of the Los Angeles Philharmonic to fish for its conductors in the local musical pool. The author asks, "So what?"
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Winter: Love it or Suffer ItWinter is a time of delight for ice skaters, snowmobile enthusiasts and warm-blooded mammals who like a bit of nip in the air. The author is less than delighted and explains why.
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Criteria for Choosing a Country in Which to ResideA lot of people wouldn't leave home no matter what; others look for the best places to suit their temperaments and needs. Here are some criteria for making such a choice.
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How to Write a HaikuHave you ever tried to write a haiku? Did you like the result? This guide will take you through the process.
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Early SpringA simple haiku about a hawk and a mouse.
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Your Drug-Addicted FriendIf you have a friend who is addicted to drugs, you have some decisions to make. Can you help your friend? Should you?
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Eating Out AloneWhy are so many people afraid to eat alone outside the home? Male or female, you should not be afraid to sit alone in a restaurant or cafe and enjoy a solitary meal.
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Turkey from the Ground UpWho wants to make a whole turkey for two or even four? Here is a way to enjoy what looks like a whole turkey but takes way less time to prepare and won't overwhelm your fridge or cross your leftover threshhold.
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As Flogged on TVHave you been tempted to call and order an As-Seen-on-TV product? Have you wondered what you will encounter if you do? Here's the skinny on that!
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Dessert Duo for ThanksgivingLooking for an alternative to Pumpkin Pie for after Thanksgiving dinner, or an additional treat for that special day? Try these recipes for Lemon Turnip Muffins and Spicy Pumpkin Pudding
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If Thine EyeWar is hell. Hell is relative.
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Five Kid-Friendly Birthday Gift Ideas for DadStuck on what to get Dad for his birthday? Kind of limited because you're a kid? Here are a handful of ideas to get you started.
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Five Great Gifts for Mom on Her BirthdayHere are five bright ideas to help you get your mother the perfect gift for her birthday.
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SkybarSkybar was an orange and cream tabby who loved her Mama. That would be me.
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Relax!How do you relax? There are two basic methods.
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Marriage Proposal: to Write or Blurt?Some folks may believe a written proposal, flowery and romantic, beats a fumbling face-to-knee proposal. The author feels otherwise.
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Religion as PoliticsA poem about what it feels like to hear "Christian" used as a synonym for "good" (implying that anything else is bad) in a secular setting.
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This is My LifeUnless you're a Baby Boomer you don't remember the TV show, "This Is Your Life" in which the subject is presented with persons from his or her past, supposedly for a touching, heartwarming surprise that may instead have been heartburning.
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Desert LifeA haiku, about a desert inhabitant.
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The Writer Besieged with QuestionsWriters are asked the same questions, again and again.
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A Stray ThoughtRemember that thought you had a while back? I thought not. Still, it might yet return....
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Late Fall HaikuThe title says it all! This description almost as long as the poem.
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Two for the First NightThe shamos is the ninth candle on the Chanukiah, the Chanukah menorah, the candelabra lit every night for the eight nights of Chanukah. The shamos lights the other candles because the other candles must not work but may only give pleasure.
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Mama's TearsWhy was Mama always crying in the kitchen? Had Pete done something wrong?
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Broccoli, Ham and Cheese SoupThis recipe may look complex at first glance but not only is it actually easy, it doesn't take very long at all. It can serve two to four, depending on how hungry everyone is and what else is on the menu).
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Giving Meaningful Gifts to SeniorsGifting seniors can be tricky, since not all seniors are alike; what pleases one may offend another ("I'm not OLD!") Here are some ideas designed to make choosing presents for a retiree a little less like work.
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Is the English Language a Language-Killer?There are those who claim English is killing other languages; is this so, is the reverse true, or are we not clearly seeing what is being killed, by whom?
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DustWhat can you do when someone you love has a new face?
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A Pair of Parsnip RecipesMany American are unfamiliar with the parsnip, a sweet root vegetable that has many uses. Here are two recipes to get you started.
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Four Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Write Your First Children's BookIf you have never written a children's book but are considering such an endeavor, there are four questions you should ask yourself before you begin.
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Ten Mistakes for New Freelance Writers to AvoidEveryone is new at something, some times; everyone learns from their own mistakes. These ten, though, can be avoided.
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Real MonstersPoem: Sometimes it's not all in your head.
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ExercisePoem: Some people exercise to lose weight. I want to lose weight so I can exercise.
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Discussing AtheismIf you're not an atheist and you happen to be talking to one, it would be polite not to try to tell the atheist all about atheism. S/he probably already knows.
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What was I Dreaming?Poem: Which reality do you prefer: the one in which you live while awake, or the one you visit (or is THAT where you live?) while dreaming?
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A Pair of Persimmon RecipesHere are two recipes using the mysterious persimmon: one for the Hachiya, which is astringent until ripe and mushy, and one for the Fuyu, which ripens sweet and crisp.
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How to Survive on Unemployment BenefitsUnemployment benefits are not meant to be permanent; they're meant to tide you over. However, they're low enough, in most places, that they're not enough. You need to find a way to survive!
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The GargoyleIf you think the gargoyle is out to get you, think again... but be nice!
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Scylla and CharybdisScylla tells her side of the story to Odysseus. Could you choose?
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Prayer in AutumnPrayer was prepared to have her unusual name mocked, her foreign accent imitated and her school life made miserable. At least she would experience, for the first time, a colorful Autumn.
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Kitchen Sink One-Skillet CookingUse any ingredients you have handy to make the most delicious skillet meals... with no measuring and no rushing out to buy a special ingredient.
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The Wrong SeasonPlant the wrong seeds in the wrong season and you're asking for trouble....
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The Best SpaghettiThe best spaghetti is "al dente," features YOUR favorite ingredients and your favorite sauce, and is a big hit every time you make it.
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How to Remove the Moth Ball Odor from Your WoolensMothballs are not only stubbornly stinky; they're toxic. Learn how to remove the odor from your woolens, remove the toxins from you environment, and avoid having to use moth balls at all.
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Storing Your Summer ClothesYou may be able to use some of your summer clothes throughout the chilly seasons, but you will want to store the rest. Here is how to do so safely.
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Whom the Gods Would,,,,A Minnesota Haiku
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Drink Your Chocolate!Chocolate milk i only the beginning. Here are some delightful chocolate-flavored beverages, alcoholic and virgin, to tickle your chocoholic taste buds.
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The WeddingA poem about not only wedding vows but marriage itself.
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A Temperamental Dental TaleDentists never make mistakes... do they?
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DarknessA quiet poem about how a population can ignore the disappearance of its neighbors.
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Quick and Healthy DinnersYou don't have to serve junk when you're short on time or energy; here are tips and recipes for healthy but speedy dinners.
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The History Channel, Stumbling Toward ObjectivityThe History Channel is trying hard to be objective even when tackling controversial topics. How well is it succeeding?
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Little Green ApplesWhen we got our house in the burbs, complete with big back yard and fruit trees, we thought we'd be harvesting a small crop. It was not to be.
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Purple -- an Animated Short FilmWhat can you do if you're purple when everyone else is red, gold, orange, green and brown?
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Dressing Up a Cake MixThere is no law that says you must obey the instuctions on a box of cake mix!
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The Dress -- a MonologueA one-act comedy to be performed by one woman.
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No Matter How Careful You Are...Death is coming for you. When? You never know. Well, almost never....
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Why Must the Shamos Work on Hanukkah?"Why must the shamos work on Hanukkah? Eight answers, one for each night of the holiday.
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Hannah's TreatHannah wasn't ready for Hallowe'en. What terrible trick would be played upon her?
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Blue Laws -- Anti-DemocraticBlue laws presume that everyone holds the same Sabbath, nonalcoholics should be punished for the existence of alcoholism, and that the government has the right to legislate against "sin" to begin with.
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Cold Weather SoupHere are three recipes for nice, thick, hearty winter soups!
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Artful Use of Artistic InspirationFrom where does your artistic inspiration come? Mine comes from many places. The trick is to recognize it, ad use it.
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Layer Up! Keep Your Summer Clothes Working Through FallDon't pack away your summer clothing yet; they can still serve you through Autumn.
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Ten Things to Do with Fall LeavesAdmiring fall leaves is a good use of them, but there are more!
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Turkey Meat LoafGround turkey makes a heart and heart-healthy meat loaf.
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Ethnic Food CravingsIf the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, the food is always tastier when you can't get your hands on it!
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Fall Fashion 2010: Neutrals Speak OutNeutral doesn't have to be blah; even better, neutrals bring out the frisky in your colorful clothes!
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Making the Perfect Bloody MaryIf you like a tangy drink better than a sweet one, the Bloody Mary may be your thing. Here's a good recipe!
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The Internet, the Great EqualizerThe internet is a wonderful tool -- is it also making tools of us?
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Running Late Because of OCDOne of the more curious causes of chronic tardiness is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
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A Dozen Ways to Save Energy and Money in the HomeSaving energy doesn't have to be difficult; even better, doing so can save you a bundle of cash!
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English Vs Western Horseback RidingEnglish and Western styles of horsebacking riding have their fans and detractors. Which one do you prefer?
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Welcome to Sin SupermartIn the market for some sin? You can get almost anything you need, at discount prices, at Sin Supermart. Check local listings for a location near you.
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What Causes Homosexuality?Finding a cause for homosexuality is not nearly as important as realizing that there is nothing inherently (or practically) wrong with it. No one should be looking for a "cure" for something that is neither a disease, a disorder nor a lifestyle choice.
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Dissociative Identity Disorder AKA Multiple Personality DisorderI didn't realize my best friend had MPD until it was too late. Could I have saved him?
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Ten Good Baby Shower GiftsIf you don't know what gender the baby will be or whether the family is going to dress him/her in traditional colors, give something other than clothing. Here are some suggestions.
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Five Easy Creative Gift IdeasYou don't have to be an artist to create a gift that will make someone happy.
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Five Gift Ideas for the Friend Who Has EverythingNot every gift has to be a thing; material goods represent only one kind of gift that can be given. A non-material gift does not have to be immaterial!
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Facebook NetiquetteFacebook blurs the distinction between a stranger who has applied to be your Facebook friend and a friend who is actually known to you. This blurring can lead to egregious gaffes.
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How Non-Jews Misunderstand Judaism and JewsTen myths about Judaism or Jews/surprising differences between Judaism and Christianity.
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The Best BrewFear of flying can lead to romance, infidelity can lead to murder, but what leads to the best cup of coffee in the world?
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Celebrating Columbus Day with Your ChldrenColumbus Day can be a tricky holiday to celebrate, especially for Native Americans and fair-minded people of all backgrounds. Yet Columbus did achieve something worth celebrating.
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Breaking the Fast After Yom KippurA pair of yummy traditional recipes for breaking the Yom Kippur fast.
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Inspiration in the KitchenI am inspired to cook by everything from the urge to create to the urge to eat, and quite a few things in between.
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Yom Kippur, Day of AtonementYom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, has special meaning to me, especially with regard to asking and granting forgiveness.
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HeroesEight-year-old Frankie Farmer is tired of being a bully, but he still has a bigger bully on his back. Hallowe'en may or may not be the perfect time to break free....
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Send Your College Student the Very Best Care PackageYour child has gone off to college or university, perhaps leaving home for the first time. S/he has taken with him/her all the essentials; what will be most appreciated later in a care package?
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Falling LeavesA widow and her son find meaning in the fall beauty of Kyoto, despite a scare.
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VocabularyAunt Helen and her nephew, Cary, learn a few new words.
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Peacock BluePrivate Investigator Elaine Frosk is hired to untangle the mystery of the abducted twin... but which twin was abducted?
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Unique Tuna and Rice RecipesTuna and rice are a winning combination! Here are some recipes for tuna sushi and tuna fried rice.
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A Pair of Pasta and Tuna RecipesTuna Rotini Salad and Tuna Steak on Bird' Nest: Two tuna/noodle recipes, one for canned tuna and one for fresh steaks or fillets.
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Carrot Pie Recipes to Welcome FallWelcome Fall with two carrot pies, one baked and the other refrigerated. These Autumnal recipes offer a light, sweet alternative to pumpkin pie.
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A Dozen Rosh Hashanah Dinner RecipesTraditional foods with both traditional and innovative preparations for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.
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Three Pumpkin Side DishesPumpkin is good for more than just pie and scaring small children. Find here three yummy side dishes featuring the versatile pumpkin.
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Iced Pumpkin Cream Cheese CupcakesA touch of apple enhances this Autumn favorite.
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Irish Cream Pumpkin CupcakesA touch of Irish Cream jollies up these pumpkin cream cupcakes.
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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Orange IcingA touch of orange in the cream cheese frosting and a bit of zucchini mixed into the batter make these pumpkin cupcakes special.
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Spicy Pumpkin CupcakesA touch of cayenne heats up this sweet treat.
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Pumpkin Chocolate CupcakesYummy iced chocolate-chocolate chip pumpkin cupcakes for a fall treat.
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Honey-Pickled GarlicPickling garlic in honey has a doubly useful result: sweet garlic cloves that can be munched as-is, and tangy garlic honey, good for use in recipes.
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Pumpkin Jack Cheese MuffinsThe cheesiest pumpkin muffins ever!
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Hearty Winter Squash SpaghettiChock full of flavor, spaghetti squash, a wonderful golden winter squash, can be used in any spaghetti recipe, including this one!
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Great Grapes! Cooking with GrapesTwo recipes, one savory and one sweet, featuring that lovely morsel of juicy goodness, the grape.
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Shreddy or Not, Here Comes a Fall Salad!Autumn is a good time to indulge in a salad, too! Here are two heart examples of good Fall salad recipes.
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Creamy Frozen Banana Grape CupsA frozen yoghurt dessert that needs no kneading and no machine!
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Four Fall PoemsThese four poems reflect the range of the season, from its anticipation to its last moments.
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Fried Onions All Day LongThree recipes -- breakfast, lunch and dinner -- featuring that special method of frying onions, the sautee.
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All-Weather Friend: Pumpkin Apple SoupThis delightfully sweet soup can be served hot or cold.
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An Accidental AtheistAlmost-fifteen is an early age at which to make lifechanging decisions. Becoming an atheist, or rather, realizing I was one, at that age, was not as traumatic as you might suspect.
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Backpack Essentials for Your Elementary School ChildDoes your child have what s/he needs to tote to school every day or will s/he end up borrowing materials from a classmate or being unprepared for the tasks and pleasures of the day?
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Spicy Peaches-and-Cream PiePeach pie is usually baked but this special spicy recipe allows you to savor the texture and flavor of raw peaches in a creamy setting.
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Mint, Now Gone to SeedHaiku not only has syllabic restrictions but must be seasonal.
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ShoahTHE Holocaust must never be forgotten (or denied) but genocide is ongoing.
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Who Are You?Are you represented in the culture in which you live?
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QUI a BESOIN DE MIRACLES?A poem, in French, originally intended to be a song but the tune fled as the words came!
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My Arm and Your NoseMy take on our rights.
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GUILTY, GUILTY, GUILTY!Planned Nonparenthood
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The Lifestyle DietThis diet is for enhancing health, whether you need to gain, lose or maintain weight, and even if weight is not an issue.
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I was a CollieCaninity in the early sixties.
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DON'T MAKE the PHARMACIST MAD!Priorities: is being inoffensive tops on your list? Does it trump saving your child's life?
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BOOK LEARNIN'How to Win at Marbles and Thread a Needle
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Veza poem for Matt Haimovitz
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WoodyA poem for my oldest grandkitten.
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My Dad the VetA brief memory of my father's attitude toward war.
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OnionsExpounding upon onions, garlic and unrelated matters.
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Not Much HelpBe careful if you accept a mother's helper position; the father may request some help that's not in the job description.
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The RadioA hot night, a loud radio and an encounter with someone who either needed help or didn't....
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This CatIf you've been owned by a cat, you recognize this moment.
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Progenya kissy poem