Writer M J Joachim
M. J. Joachim is a full-time freelance writer. Much of her work can be found on contributor sites like Yahoo Contributor Network and Helium. She also writes custom content for some of Helium's special projects like Local Guides and Distance Learning projects, as well as articles for personal clients.
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Fine Dining Opportunities in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan AreaFogo De Chao is one of the Phoenix areas many fine dining establishments. Guests relax and enjoy an extensive variety of delicious Brazilian barbecue and delightful cuisine, engaging in an exclusive environment and intriguing atmosphere.
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Mesa, Arizona Northwest Neighborhoods Are Great Places to LiveNorthwest neighborhoods in Mesa, Arizona are thriving communities with easy access to the Greater Phoenix Area. Mesa is an exciting metropolitan area that's a great place to live.
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Grandma's Lullaby Loft to Host Gift Drive that Benefits Maggie's PlaceGrandma's Lullaby Loft of Mesa, Arizona will host charity gift drive to benefit Maggie's Place on June 18, 2011. Maggie's Place helps pregnant women and new moms who have fallen on hard times.
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Securing the United States/Mexico Border and Arizona Senate Bill SB1070This article provides information about controversies related to border security, as well as the consequences of inaction when it comes to securing the United States/Mexico border.
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How Curling Ice is MadeToday curling is still played as a poor man's sport in winter time. However, it has also become a very prestigious event in curling arenas designed for this purpose.
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Delivering Curling Stones as a TeamCurling players work together to deliver their stones to the target. The skip makes the call, the curler hurls the rock, and the sweepers guide the stone to the target. -
How to Score a Curling MatchThe sport of curling is almost like a combination of several different games. The rounds are divided into ends, and the players aim for a target to get points.
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Different Types of BoatingRowboats, kayaks, canoes, and yachts all have things in common. Each is a different type of boat that has been around for thousands of years. Through the course of time, these vessels were modified to provide optimum performance for their crew.
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Required Coxswain Rowing SkillsIt is a position of leadership, trust, and bravery, which the coxswain accepts from the coach. His character must be impeccable, his judgment accurate, and his instinct above reproof. The role of the coxswain is imperative to the safety of the crew. -
The Motion of Rowing, and the Physics Behind ItPhysics is an important part of rowing. Several rowing terms deal with how the boat will move through the water, by the power of the stroke.
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Design and Materials of Rowing OarsThe basic oar design hasn't changed much over the years, but the materials have been updated. -
Goals and Skills of Rowing StrokesRowing is a sport that requires power, rhythm, and technique. The entire body is used to create the perfect rowing stroke. -
Tracking Dogs in the IditarodThe Iditarod Trail Committee and volunteers work together, using many resources to keep track of each sled team.
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The Wild Iditarod TrailAh, the excitement is building! Can't you just feel the energy as thousands of athletes and spectators prepare to brave Alaska's weather in early March.
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Different Types of SledsAll sleds were made to carry supplies and cart people from place to place. These vehicles have been around for thousands of years, and they have served their purpose well.
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Iditarod Training Courses for Mushers and Sled DogsThere is no way to fully prepare for the last great race on earth. Training courses offer an opportunity to learn, and build endurance. -
Physical and Mental Conditioning for the IditarodRacing in the Iditarod requires a lot of patience and hard work. Training and conditioning begin as soon as the air is crisp, before the first snowfall. -
Lance Mackey: an Iditarod Family TraditionLance Mackey was born to race in the Iditarod. It was a family tradition for Lance to race in the Iditarod. -
Mastering the Iditarod Trail with Rick SwensonWith an amazing dream, and the will to see it through, Rick Swenson moved to Alaska, and won his first Iditarod race at the age of 26. He set the record as the youngest person ever to win the greatest race on earth. -
The Language of Sled Dog RacingThe dogs are waiting at the kennel. They are eager to join the team that will run in that next big Iditarod, the greatest race on earth. Every musher has learned the lingo that belongs to the world of sled dog racing.
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Mushers and Dogs in TrainingThe Iditarod is one of the toughest endurance tests known to man and animal alike. Flesh and blood against the elements must be prepared to face every challenge, and overcome every obstacle.
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Racing the Iditarod Trail Through HistoryIt began long ago, and far away, in a little known town named Nome, Alaska. The Gold Rush was in full swing, and miners soon discovered that the hills and valleys of frozen earth to the north were filled with riches.
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The Phenomenal Transportation of Sled DogsSled dogs are one of the easiest ways to travel in Alaska. Throughout history, Native Americans used sled dogs for many reasons. They were the resource of the times, proving their loyalty and devotion without hesitation. -
Understanding Allergies, Colds, and FluIn this article you will learn the definition of allergies, colds, and the flu. You will also learn about their symptoms, and how you can differentiate between them. Guidelines will be given to help you determine when to seek medical advice. -
Protecting Yourself from Getting the FluThere are as many reasons to get the flu vaccine as there are to avoid getting it. In this article, I will discuss both sides of the issue, and let you be the judge.
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Predicting Future Flu VirusesThe flu vaccine we receive is different every year. Because flu viruses mutate annually, new flu vaccines must be developed that will combat their changes.
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The Traveling Bird FluThe bird flu virus attaches itself to birds, especially ones that like water. It then begins to invade the surrounding cells, making the bird sick. As the bird flies, it exposes others, including people to the virus.
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Risk Factors and Symptoms of Bird FluPeople who are exposed to bird flu often feel the onslaught of symptoms very dramatically and quickly. They develop high fevers, deep coughs, conjunctivitis, achy muscles, and severe diarrhea.
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The Flu Pandemic of World War IAbout eighty percent of the population in Spain died as a result of being exposed to the dreaded flu virus that was sweeping across Europe, and throughout the world. -
The Flu that Beat WWIApproximately one fifth of the world's population died as a direct result of soldiers catching and spreading the flu during the war.
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People Preventing Flu EpidemicsSeveral people contributed to the discovery of the flu vaccine. Each development was an important step toward success. -
How Flu Viruses SurviveThe flu is a viral germ. It requires a host to grow and multiply. As environments change, flu viruses must also change to adapt to new surroundings for survival.
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How Germs Spread and Infect OthersOnce they find a living host, germs begin to multiply. The host then must battle back to remain healthy. Germs that multiply and spread are called contagious.
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Viruses on ParadeFlu viruses enter through the respiratory system. They usually attach themselves to our bodies in the nose and mouth first, and then quickly move throughout our upper and lower respiratory system, until we begin to ache all over.
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Conquering Breath: How the Flu Makes You SickThe flu is a virus. Viruses are tiny organisms that attach themselves to living cells, and then multiply. As they take over the cells, they spread throughout their host. When they do this, their host, whether it is a person or animal, becomes sick.
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The Tradition of Scripture in CatholicismIt always amazes me when people question the use of the Bible in Roman Catholicism, because almost every tradition and custom is supported by scripture.
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Intimate Relationships with SaintsThese people, saints, deserve our respect and gratitude. They should rightfully take their place as friends who have helped us find our way.
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Catholic Teaching: the Role of Women in the ChurchWhile Mary is the most important woman in the Church, she is not the only one whose life reveals the role of women in the Catholic Church. -
Anointing the Sick in the Catholic ChurchAnointing of the Sick does not guarantee miracles of healing. What it does promise is sufficient grace to accept God's will more than our own. -
Flu Viruses in AnimalsAnimals are susceptible to flu viruses, and they also make great hosts for them. Flu viruses mutate, and then jump to other species where they quickly adapt to survive and multiply.
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Home Cooked Bread Made EasyMaking homemade bread is actually not very difficult at all. It takes some time, but only to allow the ingredients to fully activate. -
Biography of Poet Sara TeasdaleSara Teasdale was a troubled young poet during the 20th century. Her poems depict life, death, and nature. -
The Process of MotherhoodBecoming a mother is a life long process that goes way beyond giving birth.
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Finding a Babysitter Through the InternetWhen I set out to find the best babysitting websites, I discovered that there is more than one way to find a babysitter on the internet.
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The First GlidersLilienthal was an engineer. Because of his research, he was able to conceive, construct, and fly the first gliders in history.
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A Look at the Flight Test ProcessThe Flight Test Process is the practical exam which enables pilots to earn certification to fly planes. -
The Negative Impact of Airplane NoiseAircrafts are extremely noisy, and they can cause side effects from the noise they produce. -
Explaining the Silent Aircraft InitiativeThe Silent Aircraft Initiative was conceived in 2003 in an effort to reduce noise pollution.
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Alchemy: the Science of RecyclingThe goal of alchemy is to change ordinary materials into something useful or valuable.
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Warning Signs of AbuseSome abusers seek to dominate others because they are insecure. They act like wild animals, marking their territory, verbally, physically, and emotionally. Their ultimate goal is to be in charge.
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Crochet Basics: All About Single CrochetingWhile single crochet is often used for practical purposes, such as clothing and items for the home, it is also fun to use single crochet for making angel heads and stuffed animals. Single crochet is versatile, fun, and easy to do.
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Crochet Basics from Start to FinishThis article gives specific instruction on the little details that help make each project look a little more polished and professional. -
Crochet Basics: An Overview of the Craft of CrochetingThe exact origin of crochet is yet to be determined. It seems likely that the art of creating loops and knots to form lacy, intricate fabrics began centuries ago in far away eastern lands.
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Grown from Seed: the Power of New LifeSeeds are powerful little specks, which take on lives of their own when let loose in the world. -
Book Review: Will Bowen, A Complaint Free WorldWill Bowen, the author, must be a genius! He has figured out how to market happiness.
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Book Review: Under a Green Sky, Global Warming, the Mass Extinctions of the Past and What They Can Tell Us About Our FutureThere are so many factors that play into the changing climate of our planet. Ward leaves no explanation unaccounted for, and offers solutions for a better future.
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The Unusual History of RecyclingThe history of recycling can be rather humorous. Without even making our way through a text book we can discover ways that people have been recycling for years.
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Model of Mercy: The Story of Dorothy DayDorothy Day's life challenges people of all faiths to become Christians, not just with ideas, and easily spoken words, but with our very lives.
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Simply Basil: An Herb with Reputation - Propagation, Medicinal Uses, and Culinary TreatsBasil is a known fever reducer, and immune stimulant. It is also easy to grow so that anyone can have it readily available if necessary.
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Five Ways the Average Person Can Conserve and Recycle Water - Money Saving Tips That Are Eco-FriendlyIf I must used recycled water from water treatment plants, at least I won't have to use so much of it.
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Recycling Cooperation Between Consumers and Large CorporationsGoing green is a great idea, but it isn't just about putting the right container in the right bin, so it can get sorted correctly at the dump.
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Buy Green: Eco-Friendly Manufacturers of Favorite BrandsFrom packaging to product, consumers buy green, whether they know it or not.
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Where to Find Mother's Day Cards in SpanishSpanish Mother's Day cards are relatively easy to find if you know where to look.
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Thoughtful Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Grieving MomsWhen giving a Mother's Day gift to a grieving mom, it is imperative to be tuned into their stage of grief.
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A Roundup of the Best Mother's Day Cross-Stitch PatternsTake a journey with me into the world of cross-stitch, and discover the variety of gifts available through the fun and exciting needlework craft of cross-stitch.
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Mother's Day Gifts for Moms who Bake: Moisturizing Gloves, Crock-Pots and MoreMoms who bake have special needs. While baking is a great hobby, it comes with some not-so-friendly drawbacks. Bakers are on their feet a lot. They do dishes far more than those who make dinner by putting something in the microwave.
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10 Wonderful Mother's Day Decorations that Cost Less than $10Ambiance and atmosphere can make all the difference when planning a special occasion. -
Thoughtful, Inexpensive Mother's Day Gifts to Make Stepmothers Feel LovedStepmother's deserve the very best. After all, they married dad. Consequently, we don't have to worry about making sure that dad has clean laundry, eats decent meals or knows when to take his medicine.
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Three Father's Day Poems About the Love of DadsThree poems share the wisdom, courage, and love of dads.
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Mother's Day Gifts I Have Received as Catholic MotherCatholic moms are no different from any other moms. That being said, we also enjoy wearing beautiful corsages to mass on this very special day.