Kristen Walker
I am currently an agent in training for a major insurance company in Wisconsin. I have 9 years of experience in the customer service and insurance industry.
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It's Been Almost a YearI was raped one year ago as of September 15, 2008. A couple weeks before my anniversary date, I wrote this poem detailing the mix of emotions I experienced throughout that year. This poem is directed at my rapist, almost a letter of sorts.
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What is the True Meaning of the Word "American"?This opinion piece is about my views on what makes someone an American. I also discuss how others within the country define the term American and comment on the ironic behavior that exists within the United States regarding race. -
Teen Pregnancy in Wisconsin: A Social ProblemThis essay is an opinion piece regarding the social problem of teen pregnancy in the state of Wisconsin. The essay goes into detail as to why teen preganancy is considered a social problem by delving into the definition of "social problem." -
Ophelia and Nora: A Male DependencyThroughout history, female characters have played roles dependent on men. Although the characters Ophelia and Nora come from extremely different time periods, they are in similar situations, but with obvious differences.
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Symbolism Found in the Red Convertible by Louise ErdrichIn Louise Erdrich's short story, "The Red Convertible," she portrays the horrors of war that impose on the relationship of two brothers, Henry and Lyman. Erdrich uses symbolism to reveal the trials and hardships Henry brings home from the battlefields of Vietnam.
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Intrinsic Motivation in the Workplace Equals Higher Job SatisfactionStudies show that intrinsic motivation is important for high job satisfaction, which can affect an organization's performance. Many different techniques exist to intrinsically motivate employees. Some include: job enlargement, job rotation, and job enrichment.
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Best Landscaping Companies Near East Troy, WisconsinI have provided a list of five local landscaping companies and a brief overview of what type of services they offer. I have also provided a website for each of the five landscaping companies so you can review pictures of the work they perform and find contact information. -
4 Fat Free Recipes Guaranteed to Keep Your Summer Menu InterestingThese 4 fat free recipes range from a healthy snack all the way to a dessert that takes care of that sweet tooth! Whoever said healthy eating had to be boring and tasteless was completely wrong and these fat free recipes will prove just that!
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Flooding Cripples the State of WisconsinDue to storms producing anywhere from 4 to 9 inches of rain moving across Southern Wisconsin last weekend, starting on June 6th and ending in the evening on June 9th, Governor Jim Doyle has declared a State of Emergency in 29 counties around the State of Wisconsin.
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Top Ten Songs to Play at Your Fourth of July BBQI have chosen my top ten picks for background music at a Fourth of July cookout. These top ten songs range from up beat and fun to meaningful and deep. Each selection has an interesting fact or two about the song or artist as well. -
Healthy Recipes for 4th of July DessertsThese are two tasty, yet healthy recipes you can make for the 4th of July festivities coming up. Your family and friends will never guess these treats are good for them and they are red, white, and blue to boot!
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4th of July Celebration in East Troy, WIThe small town of East Troy, WI is hosting a four day 4th of July celebration and will include truck and tractor pulls, parades, live entertainment, a carnival, and tours on the historic electric railroad.
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Diet Coke Chicken: a New and Healthy Recipe to Keep Dinner InterestingThis is a delicious and healthy recipe that is easy to make. If you can look past the ingredients and keep an open mind, you will be pleasantly surprised at the finished product. This recipe makes very tender and juicy chicken breasts with a sweet marinara-like sauce.
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Wisconsin Auto Insurance Policy GuideThis guide provides a detailed break down of your auto insurance policy and what each coverage means. Also, there are recommendations on what coverage you should carry to make sure you are adequately protected. -
5 Christian Songs that Will Be Perfect for the Theme Song of Your Christian High School GraduationThese 5 Christian Songs each are not only beautiful, but the lyrics send a meaningful message. If these songs are not exactly what you are looking for, I have provided some websites that may help you in your search for that perfect Christian graduation theme song.
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Feminism Present in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching GodThis paper is a review of Zora Neale Hurston's novel, "Their Eyes Were Watching God" and pinpoints the feminism present in the story. When the novel was published in 1937, feminism was a frowned upon topic, thus causing the book to receive critisizm.
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Wal-Mart and Other Social Issues in Ruth Ozeki's My Year of MeatsThe paper touches on the effects of big business and American stereotypes found in Ruth Ozeki's novel, "My Year of Meats."
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The Obese Female Body and the Negativity Expressed by American CultureThis paper shows similarities between American culture and Andre Dubus' short story, "The Fat Girl." The paper discusses the negativity directed towards female obesity in today's society.
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Emily Dickinson and Her Perspective from Beyond the GraveThe research paper disects the theory that Emily Dickenson suffered from Agoraphobia or panic attacks. The theory supports Dickenson's death obsessed poems were due suffering from this disorder.