MaryBeth Sparrow
Published author (The Women of Willow Winds), freelance writer/photographer, currently working on my third manuscript. Completed an adaption of my book into a teleplay.
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Attending University of Phoenix for BA in EnglishInterests
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Volunteer on Your VacationMarine mammals need volunteers to help save their species and habitat, from the United States to worldwide.
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A Weekend Trip Turned into an ObsessionAfter the vacation my collection turned into a favorite hobby and became a profitable side business. Opportunity knocks when you least expect it with a small investment. -
Anyone Can Make a Sand DuneLove the beach and the dunes? Build your own in the backyard.
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Keeping Your Holstein Calves HealthyHow to keep your calves healthy during the crucial first three to four weeks of its life.
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How to Create an Undersea FloorTurn a bland bedroom floor into something unique -
William Montague Ferry Park in Ferrysburg, MichiganMy interest was peaked when I first moved back and settled into the small community of Ferrysburg. I began walking with my daughter, grandsons and my sister-in-law and found this amazing trail and park. -
Downtown Muskegon, Michigan Sports a New LookThe city council has made great strides in improving downtown Muskegon and has attracted new businesses.
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Village Park Bed and Breakfast, Fruitport, MichiganThis Bed & Breakfast holds mysterious passageways and has seen infamous bank robbers of long ago and famous idols. -
Area Attractions in Spring Lake, MichiganSpring Lake is surrounded by water and most vacationers don't realize this, which makes this quite a unique village. -
Coast Guard Park Located in Ferrysburg, MichiganAnother hidden gem in Ferrysburg.
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History in the Making: New Year's Eve in Grand RapidsThere will be the first ever ball dropping in Grand Rapids on New Years Eve.
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A Business Major Grad Comes Home to Muskegon Heights, Michigan to TeachMr. Sanford once worked at Lorne Industries, but thirteen years ago decided to look in the help wanted and found what he was looking for. "I wanted to help people and this seemed to be the perfect opportunity and I wanted to give back to the community." -
Charity Music of Michigan Expands to Louisiana, North Dakota and IowaAn all volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to providing musical instruments to disadvantaged and at-risk youths.
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Sensory SafariA unique opportunity for children to experience these wild creatures through sensory skills such as using their hands for children who are blind or with special needs. -
Pricilla Smith of Ferrysburg, Michigan Donates Handmade Pictures to Eight CountriesPriscilla Smith of Ferrysburg and Jackson donates her time to give children in our country and several third world countries a beautiful picture to hang on their barren walls.
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Ferrysburg, Michigan Has Its Own Tea LadyIf you have any questions about concerning tea or teapots than Carol Hibnar of Ferrysburg is your lady. -
Decorate Your Home with a Nautical ThemeHave you always wanted a realistic nautical theme in your bathroom or a wall hanging in the living room or perhaps bedroom? -
Courage of One WomanStrong women come from many different circumstances either in childhood or adulthood and backgrounds from all over the world.
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Child Abuse: Stand Up and Stop Another Child from Dying3 year-old Kelsey Briggs daddy was overseas fighting in the war; she died three days before his homecoming.
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Local Band from Fruitport, Michigan Tours WorldwidePolka Music is making a come back to the Fruitport area and across the country thanks to a local group made up of mostly Piotrowski family members called the Polka Towners. They have even made it on YouTube.
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Upcoming Charity Events in Mears, MichiganA small community comes together for ones in need. -
Me and a BeeI befriended a bee. Yes a bee.
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Bats on the RooftopHere in Michigan as dusk settles a person can see bats fly swiftly above their rooftops, trees, barns, etc and I have my own over my garage.
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Beach Destination: Silver Lake in Mears, MichiganSilver Lake located in Michigan is a wonderful lakeside town with a seaside atmosphere. -
Okinawa, Japan: An Asian ParadiseOkinawans are known for their culture of courtesy which makes travel on this island extremely safe. -
Is it Ever Too Late to Make Amends in a Relationship?Is it ever too late to make amends in a relationship? My answer is, depends on the relationship and if I care to heal old wounds.
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Cuba: The Good, the Bad, the UglyThere are two Cuba's, the poverty and the tourist. Poverty is definitely everywhere in Havana, Cuba; in fact poverty doesn't even describe what was told or shown to me. The tourist section is what you see on the internet. -
Magic Valley of Idaho: Everyone Traveling West Should Experience This RegionJerome and Twin Falls should be on your list to visit if you're traveling to Idaho this summer and possibly if looking for a change to make this area your home. -
Just Another One of Those Days: If I Don't Laugh I'll CryMy week began with coming home at 3:00 a.m. to find my huge apartment flooded with sewer water minus the raw sewage (something I could be grateful for after my initial shock, horror and soon to follow.absolute, unrestrainedly rage. -
Great Lakes Texas Hold Em'My evenings soon changed when my niece moved to Michigan and she wanted to give the poker night a try. I thought, okay, I'm game.
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Why Andy Griffith Fans Should Visit Mount Airy, North CarolinaI learned Mount Airy is nestled at the bottom of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which explained the beautiful view of blue hills and home to the largest open-faced granite quarry in the world; hence the a.k.a. name Granite City.
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Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach, South CarolinaRipley's Aquarium has 87,000 square-foot aquarium experiences that await you and your family.
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Ladies, Have You Ever Felt Your Husband Was Out to Get You?You go throughout your day in a normal routine and then suddenly out of the blue you glance at your husband and the question rears its head. Is he out to destroy me?
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Garden of RosesAs I enter the garden of roses all that I see is a vastness of red. A radiant red, one that pleases me.
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Shiskies: Recipe for Hungarian SweetbreadPerfect for the holidays and easy to make.
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Recipe for Rice Crispies Treat Christmas TreesCreate fun with your kids or grandkids
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How to Make Christmas Ornaments and MemoriesMake ornaments and give them as gifts.
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Mackinaw Island: Michigan's Crown JewelMackinaw Island described as a green jewel in the blue waters between Lake Huron and Lake Michigan.
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The Straits of Mackinac: Is it Mackinac City or Mackinaw City?Personally I think Mackinaw City rolls off the tongue better and easier for the young generation to pronounce.
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Visiting Newport, Oregon - My Vacation ParadiseWhenever I go to Newport; whatever is troubling me falls to the wayside as soon as I see the "Welcome To Newport" sign.
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Congenital Costovertebral DysplasiaIf you find out you or a loved one is diagnosed with a rare disease, do your research! Unfortunately there was no research for us to go by at the time.
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Sister Cities Saugatuck and DouglasArt Galleries, outdoor cafes, unusual shops, white elephant galleries and cannot pass up the wonderful espresso cafes. Enjoy a stroll through the center of town and gaze upon the sculptures created by mostly Saugatuck citizens.
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Grand Haven, Michigan - The Pearl of Ottawa CountyCome enjoy Michigan; beaches, sand sculptures, wind surfing, boarding, boogie boards, lighthouses, unique shops close to and on the boardwalk in Grand Haven.
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An Adventure in GuatemalaTikal, Antigua and Guatemala City all worth the trip to visit. A colorful and friendly society.
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Can a Vehicle Become a Weapon of Laughter? Ford Bronco- Terror of Jerome CountyGas station attendants feared the blue and white Ford Bronco. Tourist were unsuspecting.
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A Weekend GetawayTwo women decide to take a little unadventurous vacation together. Unadventurous? Yeah right!