Brandi Brown
I am a former reporter who currently works as a web content writer while building my freelancing career. I am working on a children's book, Asia's Adventures, as well as several adult pieces. I live in Frankfort, Kentucky with my husband and son.
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Encouraging Young Girls to SucceedHere are some simple ways you can help the young girls and teens in your life to reach their full potential. -
Classic Feminist LiteratureBetty Friedan, bell hooks, and Marilyn French all wrote works about feminist issues still relevant today.
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Eight Easy Activist IdeasAs adults, life often takes over our plans for social action. These simple ideas will help you get back on track without sacrificing tons of time.
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Quick Fix-Ups to Sell Your Home in a Bad MarketSelling your home in the current market may not be as tough as you imagine. These quick and inexpensive fixes for the inside and outside of your home can help.
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Finding Start-Up Capital Without LoansUse a little creativity to fund your own business start-up.
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Finding Your Work at Home NicheWorking from home may sound exciting, but first you are tasked with deciding what business venture to pursue.
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Why Our Son Doesn't Believe in SantaSanta as a fictional character is magical, but as a real figure, he's a bit more dangerous.
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When is the Best Time to Tell People You Have Diabetes?If you have diabetes, you should make clear decisions on who to tell and how to protect yourself in case of an emergency situation.
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5 Ways to Entertain Your Children While You're WorkingDo you need to pay the bills? Are you working from home? Keep the kids busy (and happy) with these ideas.
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Common Work-Related ScamsYou've probably heard of these scams, but learn how they work and why you should stay far away.
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Teaching Your Children Math Skills with Everyday Life EventsLearn how to use experiences in your life to reinforce math lessons with your children.
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Use Keywords on Your Resume to Get Ahead of the CompetitionKeywords are important in resumes. Follow these simple tips to make sure your resume ends up before the people who make the hiring decisions.
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Protect Your Online ReputationEmployers are growing more conscious of the online presence of their employees. Learn how to protect yourself or erase bad incidents from your past.
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Learn Software ProgrammingLearn how to become a software programmer without a formal degree.
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Survive Your First Semester in CollegeHere are four tips to teach you not just to survive, but to live independently, during your first semester in college.
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Workforce Re-Entry Quality Resumes for Stay at Home MomsUpdating the resume after time off to care for children can be tricky. If you learn to do it right, you can land great employment offers using your new skills.
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Beefing Up the Entry-Level ResumeLearn how to use your education and volunteer experience to create a resume that will make you attractive to employers.
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10 Ways to Save 10 Minutes a Day in CollegeThese tips will help you create a consistent strategy to shave time from your day so that you will have more time for the work and play that need your attention.
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5 Centerpieces for Less Than $10Make these elegant centerpieces for little money to impress your next dinner guests.
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Answers for Parents: Ear Tubes and Your ToddlerIf you've heard your toddler may need tubes, you may not know why. Learn why the ear's natural are important and how the artificial ones can help alleviate problems.
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Tips for Test-TakersTaking standardized exams for school means knowing what to expect and how to maximize performance. Learn how to prepare to do well on these tests.
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Get to Know the GREThe GRE, the exam needed to get into graduate school, is different from the SAT. Learn how and what to expect when you take this test.
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Real Lessons from a Work at Home MomWhen I started working from home, I envisioned success and smooth sailing! This article tells why I was wrong and gives some of the best lessons I've learned working at home with my children.
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Tips for Partners of DiabeticsBeing married to or partnered with a diabetic can be tough. Caretakers often struggle to put the other first and must work through their own issues with the lifestyle changes diabetes can make. Here is my firsthand account of what I've learned being married to a diabetic.
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Top Ways to Eliminate Allergens from Your HomeThis article covers the primary ways doctors will recommend ridding the home of possible allergens. It is for people with chronic allergies.
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Determining Whether You Qualify for Home Office DeductionsThis article covers the use and convenience tests, the two ways the IRS determines whether someone has the right to claim tax deductions for use of a home office.
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Increasing Breast Milk SupplyThis article covers the most common ways new moms can increase their supply of breast milk to meet baby's demands.
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Benefits of Baby MassageBaby massage is gaining popularity among parents. It has emotional and physical benefits beyond the bonding it permits between parents and their babies.
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The History of Father's DayThe celebration of Father's Day began in Washington in 1909. This article traces the brief history of the holiday and how it came to be a national event.
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History of Mother's DayThis article looks at the pagan roots of Mother's Day and traces Anna Jarvis' campaign in the United States to make Mother's Day an official holiday.
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Legalities of Home SchoolingThis article addresses the various options parents have and touches on the state regulations for home schooling your children.
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Fears of Adult EducationThis article tackles briefly the obstacles working adults see in returning to school.
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Virginia Beach Offers Many AttractionsVirginia Beach has a number of attractions from museums to an aquarium to the original space center. You can find something to do for couples, families, or individuals in this oceanfront locale.
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Who Are Virtual Assistants?The virtual assisting field is growing. Find out what these people do, what they charge, and where they work.
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Natural Remedies for BaldnessDiscover nature's cures and alternative treatments for baldness.
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How to Survive an IRS AuditThis article provides information on the basic steps in an IRS audit, including what to expect during the process and your options should you be unhappy with the results.
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Negotiating a Lease for Your DogThis article examines ways you can work to convince a skeptical landlord to permit you to have a pet. These tips are for people who are entering their lease agreement with a dog.
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Phone Etiquette for the Work at Home ParentYou can teach your children to behave when you're on the phone by modeling good behavior, showing that there will be consequences for bad behavior, and scheduling your phone calls.
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Tips for Working at Home With Your SpouseWorking from home is a great way to be at home with your children more. If you and your partner both have the possibility to work at home, you should give it a try but make sure that you take these factors into account first.
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Organizing a Home OfficeNeglecting the organization of your office can be detrimental to your business success. Instead of spending time looking for everything you need, take one day out of your schedule to make your work space more organized.
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Making Your Working From Home Schedule WorkWhen you work from home, it is simple for your work life and family life to become intertwined. This article will help guide you through the process of setting work hours and having others respect them.
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Lessons You Can Teach Your CatThere are ways to teach your cat to behave. Here are a few ways to keep her from scratching furniture, digging up plants, and taking up residence on your kitchen counter.
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Selecting a Caterer for Your Wedding ReceptionWhen you select a caterer for your wedding, you should check on several key issues to ensure that you will be able to work well with the caterer you select.
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Wedding Planning: 12 Months OutAlthough you may be tempted to relax in the period of 12 to 9 months before your wedding, you should take care of these major issues before you hit that mark so that you will be prepared for the frenzy in the months leading up to your wedding.
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Wedding Planning: 9 Months OutBetween 9 months and 6 months before your wedding, you will need to begin to pin down the details of who will perform your ceremony, your registry, the bride's attire, the invitation list, and the honeymoon.
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Good Eating Habits in Your FamilyLearn how to get your family on the right track for eating healthy. You can take precautions, such as trimming fat from your meat, and make varied choices, such as on juices and cereals, so that you will be able to keep your family healthy.
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Teaching Financial Lessons to Your ChildMany parents want to teach their children about financial responsibility. You can use some simple lessons to teach your children about taxes, charities, and budgeting their own money.
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Daycare, In-Home Care or Grandma: Childcare OptionsDaycare, in-home care, and relative care all have advantages and disadvantages that you should consider before you select a childcare provider for your children.
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Helping the Little EntrepreneurIf your child wants to start a business, it will be your job to help guide her or him through the process. Here are the major issues you must confront with your child.
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Planning a Wedding, Managing the StressWhen you decide to get married, you face the problem of dealing with everyone who wants to help you. It is important to decide upfront who will be involved in the planning and to what extent so that you can make this experience as pleasant as possible.
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The Three Keys to a Good Massage: Light, Atmosphere, and TemperatureIf you plan to give a massage to someone, it is important for it to be a relaxing experience. It is vital that you create the right space for the massage. The best space for a massage has three key elements: light, atmosphere, and temperature.
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Old Wives' Tales Can Boost Your Dieting EffortsOne of the most important steps you can take to lose weight is to add certain foods to your diet instead of thinking of dieting only as subtracting foods. Here are some of the foods you can add to help you along.
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Drinking Water Can Do Wonders for Your HealthDrinking eight glasses of water a day isn't just an idle recommendation. It can help you replenish your mind and body. There are plenty of health benefits to drinking enough water. If you need motivation, here are some reasons to drink up.
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Add Passion to Your Relationship with Old-Fashioned RemediesEating, drinking, and being merry go hand in hand, and there are many references in literature to certain foods, drinks, and herbs that can re-ignite passion - or just add a little boost - in your relationship.