Lorraine Laughlin
Although still a little new at this, I've always enjoyed writing. Some articles are researched, others just come from the heart and most are from personal experiences. I'm single, no kids, and a student....again! They say it's never too late to learn something new and I'm definitely proof of that. So, thanks so much for reading!
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I just graduated from Kaplan University with an Associate s in Information Technology. I have since changed majors to communications and will continue toward my Bachelor s.Interests
Gardening, reading, movies, searching the web, travel to the beach, cruises, overseas travel, music, dining out, dancing, cats, being with friends, etc.Motto
Happiness is nothing more than good health and a bad memory.Favorites
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Christmas on a BudgetInexpensive Christmas Gifts, Budget Gift Ideas, Gifts for Under $20
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I Wrote a Script About Intercultural Communication in a Professional EnvironmentA college project for Communications was to write a 30-minute script in an office setting about 3 or 4 multicultural conversations first so you see the character first without the stereotypical label. Could this be a sitcom or a drama? -
What is the Definition of Happiness?Lorraine Laughlin's Personal Views of Happiness, Morality and Life in the 21st Century. Is it different today than it was 50 years ago? Does morality play a part in your definition of happiness? Think about it. -
Work-A-Holics Anonymous? Really?A 12-step program for workaholics. Is America the "no-vacation nation"? Vacations should be mandatory. Workaholics and heart problems.
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2011 Super Bowl Commercials ReviewAd review, Super Bowl, Commercials, Review, Super Bowl Ad Review, Sketchers, Bridgestone, Best Buy, Careerbuilder.com, E-Trade Ad Reviews
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Don't Be a Victim of Online Scams!Beware of online work-at-home scams like Mystery Shoppers. Research everything before you submit any information. Real jobs do not request any money and there is an interview with a real person.
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Celebrate Mexican Culture on Cinco De Mayo with Primo Margaritas -- Salud!Authentic margaritas, Cinco de mayo margaritas, mexican cultural celebration, Cinco de Mayo Margarita recipes
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Strange but True Facts About California State LawsCrazy California Laws, Strange California State Laws, dumb California laws
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Questions No Military Wife Wants to Answer!What not to ask military wives -
Back to School as a "Senior"My personal experience with going back to school at 50-plus. When is it "too late" or is it ever too late to go back to school. Changing careers after 50. -
Fifty-Plus and Single, What Happens Next?50 and single, female over-50, over 50 and single female, women's issues, age discrimination, 50 and female
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Christmas is a Time for Reflection.Christmas is time for reflection, thankful at Christmas, Christmas in 2010, personal views of Christmas, what to be thankful for at Christmas, christmas is time to think about the past -
Funny Facts About Life in "The Dale"pros and cons of Oildale life, home is where the heart is, humor about life in Oildale, Bakersfield, CA, personal views about Oildale life, life in oildale, Funny Stuff on Life in "The '˜Dale" -
"When in Germany, Live like the Germans Do!"Off the beaten path, travel tips for Germany, how to live like a German, German travel tips, Not your regular tourist spots in Germany
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My Favorite Peach Vodka Cocktail'sThese peach drinks are easy enough to make at home, fancy enough for dinner parties, sexy enough for quiet dinners for two and quick enough to make just because! -
Are Men REALLY from Mars?gendered relationships
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Masculinity Vs. FeminismIssues surrounding the crisis of masculinity. Feminism discussion
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If I Had to Make a Movie About a Social Problem --Discusses ageism in America, age discrimination
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Gender Stereotyping in Pre-SchoolAn article about gender stereotypes in preschool.
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Cell Phones for Seniors!cell phones for seniors, easy cell phones for seniors
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Top Bakersfield Restaurants for Romantic EveningsTop personal choices to dine in Bakersfield for romance, local fine dining, Bakersfield, CA romantic dinner spots
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How Seniors Can Dress to Impress!Tips for seniors on how to dress age-appropriate. Suggestions, do's and don'ts.
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My Favorite Movie Catch Phrases of All Time!movie catch phrases, top ten overused movie catch phrases, top ten catch phrases
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My Lifelong Search for a Hobby!My experiences when trying to find a hobby.
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To Smoke or Not to Smoke?My personal struggle with smoking.
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Finding Old FriendsMy experience when I looked up some old friends after 20 years and the ones that found me.
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Hot and Cold Valentine's Day CocktailsMy recommendations for Valentine's Day cocktails.
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Mardi Gras in Germany: Fasnacht in Mannheim - and I Survived!My personal experience in Mannheim, Germany celebrating "Fasnacht."
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Favorite Dive Bars in My Town (Bakersfield, California)My favorite dive bars in Bakersfield, CA.
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Art and Sculpture:A comparison between Michelangelo's David and Donnatello's David.
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Travelling with Gifts?Tips for travelers with gifts for Christmas. How to pack if you are flying.
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When Someone You Love Goes to Heaven..Reminding people to take time out for the ones you love when they have a limited amount of time left on this earth. Be there for them.
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My Top Ten of the Worst Non-American ActressesMy own opinion of 10 of the worst actresses outside of the U.S.
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Are You in a Dating Rut?What to do if you are in a dating rut.
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Shop Online for the Woman in Your Life!Online shopping guide for women's gifts.
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Shop Online for the Men in Your Life!Where to search online for Christmas gifts for men.
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They Lost My Luggage!My trip from L.A. to Frankfurt at Christmas.
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Gifts for Dad for Under $25Ideas for Christmas gifts for Dad for under $25 in Bakersfield, CA.
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Marijuana: Medicinal or Criminal?Controversies surrounding the legalization of Marijuana in Bakersfield, CA.
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My Film on Ageism in AmericaAn essay on making a film about ageism in America.
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Dr. Strangelove - My Film ReviewMy personal review of Dr. Strangelove.
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Casablanca, a Classic Motion PictureThis paper will describe ways that movies differ from newspapers, TV and radio and a personal view of Casablanca on how it made an impact on American culture.
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Going to School in East Saint LouisAn essay about abominable conditions of a certain E. St. Louis school.
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Are Money Orders a Thing of the Past?My animated opinion of an experience involving a money order.
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Pay Less for Christmas Lights in Bakersfield, CASuggestions, tips and places to find affordable Christmas lights.
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Internet Television, a New Way to Watch TVAlso called interactive television, digital television or webcast, it's a process that transmits or "streams" TV signals continuously, resulting in television on the internet. You can log on to internet TV and catch a show ...
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Me and My ComputerMy opinion on computers.
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Alcohol as a Social ProblemMy paper discusses the relevance of one of the major sociological perspectives of alcoholism.
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Life of an Army Brat: Army LivesWhen people ask me where I went to school, I had to ask them "In what year?" Until I came to Bakersfield, I didn't know what growing up normal was. But I could spit-shine boots, disassemble and reassemble a rifle before I was 10.