Christina Avina
I am a 42-year-old mother of two, originally from California and now living in North Carolina. I worked for more than 15 years in the medical field and enjoy creative writing, music and concert photography. I enjoy spending time with my family, including going to concerts
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Experiencing My First HurricaneAlways be prepared, at least that's what they say. Can anything truly prepare you for a natural disaster? Here is a look at Irene, my first experience with a hurricane.
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Breakout Artists Hollywood Undead Take the Internet, and the Music Industry by Storm!Rock On Request Magazine interviews Da Kurlz from the rock/hip hop band Hollywood Undead. Find out how the internet helped pave the way for this unique group to become one of the most talked about artists of 2008. -
YouTube Famous: Comedian and Renowned YouTuber Shane Dawson Takes the Internet by StormIn this exclusive interview with Rock On Request Magazine editor Christina Avina, the now infamous YouTube comedian/actor Shane Dawson proves why he is the one to watch on the comedy scene.
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How a Song by 30 Seconds to Mars Inspired Me to Better My LifeMusic is a powerful tool that I think people often take for granted. Those of us who have had an epiphany while that was truly life-changing while listening to a song understand just how important music is to our lives. -
Britney Spears- the World Watches a Life UnravelWith the exception of hitting the off buttons on your TV and radio, or never picking up a newspaper or magazine ever again, it is nearly impossible for the world at large to not be reminded of what dire straits Britney Spears is in of late. -
An Interview with Matt Thrash - Tattoo ArtistAn in depth conversation with tattoo artist Matt Thrash. We talk about tattoos, rock music, and how the art of ink became part of his life. -
Rock of Love: Season Finale PreviewBret Michaels is down to his final two chances for love on VH1's new hit reality series 'Rock Of Love'. Who will win Bret's heart? -
a Tale of Two Brothers: Fall TV Preview of HeroesFor fans of NBC's 'Heroes', the wait will finally be over on September 24th. Answers to so many questions left hanging in the air (quite literally) will be answered. -
Fall TV Preview: The OfficeWith a fourth season of 'The Office' returning this month, fans of the hit show are revving up their TiVo's to make sure they don't miss a minute of the hilarity. What can we expect this time around? -
An Interview with Matt Watcher of 30 Seconds to MarsThe last interview given by the sorely missed former bassist of 30 Seconds To Mars -
30 Seconds to Mars- Taste of Chaos Concert PicturesThese photos were taken by me while covering the 2007 Taste of Chaos tour in Miami, Orlando and Tampa, FL over the course of three days. -
Living with Sex AddictionIn recent years it seems that many addictions have been more openly discussed in the media as well as in public. It seems that the stigma formerly attached to going into a rehab program is slowly melting away. At least it is for most addictions.
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Lost : An In-depth Analysis of ABC's Hit DramaThe heart-pounding suspense of ABC's Lost brings about a whole new season of suspense and draws you into each character's history even further than season one.
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Raising a Preteen Girl and Riding the Emotional RollercoasterI thank god for my two children. There was a time when I thought I couldn't get pregnant. My daughter and I are very close, but our relationship is confrontational at times. It started when she was about 11years old, when her emotions were elevated.
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Does Enjoying Scary Movies Mean I'm Disturbed?There has been an ongoing "discussion" in my household as to whether or not watching horror movies has a lasting affect on one's psyche. This got me thinking.....does being a fan of horror flicks mean I'm some kind of sicko?
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Living with DisabilitiesI've been living my life as a disabled person for more than three years now. One would think I'd be used to the stares I get when I'm out in public, but I'm not.
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Dercum's Disease- a Painful ExistenceAfter seven years of going to numerous doctors and being diagnosed with a multitude of illnesses, my new primary care doctor found the cause of most of my health issues. Unfortunately for me, the cause turned out to be a rare disease that is untreatable.
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Are Pet Vaccinations Safe and Necessary?I knew from the first day we brought our new black labrador retriever puppy home that she was something special. We got her from a very respectable breeder in our area and she was the perfect specimen of her breed, and still is.