Amanda King
Mandi is an accidental Alaskan, originally from Ohio. She is a mortuary science student, political junkie, Denver Broncos fan, and self-proclaimed "Master of Ramen". She lives with her fiance and a basenji named Zero.
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Ohio University, University of Alaska Fairbanks, & Hunter S. Thompson.Motto
"For every moment of triumph, for every instance of beauty, many souls must be trampled." - HST
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Facebook Status Updates: What You Shouldn't Share with Your FriendsJust because Facebook asks "What are you doing right now?" does not mean you have to be completely honest.
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I Am Declining Your Farm Town InvitationDear Facebook Friend- I am not playing Farm Town. There are a few reasons. I'm sure you'll understand.
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10 Bacon-Themed Christmas Gift Ideas for Your HusbandYour husband will love a bacon themed Christmas gift more than he will love another tie or wallet.
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Tips for Flying While You Are SickSurviving a flight and layovers when you are feeling sick.
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NaNoWriMo and Me - Week 1A weekly review of my first NaNoWriMo. It may be too early to tell, but I have a feeling I'm far behind.
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Airport Security and Other Reasons I Hate FlyingI have a few issues with air travel. Mainly with security.
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Avoid Cabin Fever During Winter in AlaskaTips to avoid cabin fever during those cold, long winter months in Alaska.
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5 Decorating Themes for a Black Christmas TreeFive different decorating theme ideas for a black Christmas tree.
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5 Awesome Online Stores for Pin Up Girl ClothingI'm window shopping on the Internet again. This time it's for pin up girl clothing. Here are the five best sites that offer great clothes for a 1950s pin up girl look.
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Survival Guide to Halloween in Athens, OhioA quick guide to surviving the biggest Halloween party in Ohio- the Athens, Ohio block party.
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What Are You Going to Be for Halloween? - the Trick QuestionI'm not very good at the whole Halloween costume thing.
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Why Not Go on a Halloween Date? Six Date Ideas for Halloween NightWhether you're in a new relationship or have been together for a long time, a Halloween date can be tons of fun!
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Weird News Roundup for 10/19/2009- Animal EditionWeird news about animals. The weird news about people this week was too weird.
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Review: Electronic CigarettesElectronic Cigarettes made me feel like I was from the future. That was about it.
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How Do I Become a Mortician?What you need to know if you're considering a career as a mortician.
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Favorite Misheard Lyrics: Hold Me Closer, Tony DanzaJust because that's what it sounded like, does not mean that's what it is.
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Weird News Roundup for 10/12/2009The weird news you missed because Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize, NASA crashed something expensive into the moon, and the Gosselin's blah-blah-blah.
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Adult Orthodontics: Should You Get Braces?Adult Orthodontics can be a tough decision.
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Things I Have Done in Alaska that I Have Never Done BeforeIt has been a crazy year in this state of Alaska.
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The Many Different Types of Ear PiercingsYou're not limited to just a little ring in your cartlidge and a few in your lobes. Here are some of the many different ear piercings and the easiest way to care for them.
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Alternative Body Jewelry Choices for Stretched EarlobesIf you're disappointed by the choices of acrylic and metal jewelry for your stretched earlobes, give these other options a try.
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Haunted Athens, Ohio - the Ohio University CampusThat may be a ghost sitting next to you in your Humanities class... you never know.
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Haunted Athens, Ohio - the RidgesOhio University: Where drinking one night and exploring a haunted asylum the next isn't considered unusual.
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Haunted Athens, Ohio - the Pentagram of CemeteriesIs Athens, Ohio the center of a pentagram of cemeteries? Maybe. Maybe not. But it's still a good story that spooks the freshman of Ohio University.
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Haunted Athens, Ohio: A Brief HistoryHow did Athens, Ohio get so spooky?
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10 Guys that Women Should AvoidTrust me... I've dated a lot of jerks. I'm here to help you avoid them.
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Avoid Injuries While Playing WiiIt would be embarrassing to go into the ER because of a video game related injury.
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5 Funny Blogs to Keep You Laughing When You Should Be WorkingA blog list from a blog junkie.
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Safe Ways to Stretch Your Earlobe PiercingYep. It's going to hurt.
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A Day in the Life of a Goth KidA Lighter Look at the Dark Side.
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You're Never Too Young to Have Carpal Tunnel SymptomsIf you think you may be too young for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, think again.
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Looking to Own a Basenji? Consider Basenji Rescue and TransportBansenji Rescue And Transport: Every Basenji deserves a human. -
5 Awesome Online Stores for Goth ClothingFind great clothes without having to go to the mall.
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The 5 Stupidest Items for DogsBecause your dog isn't embarrassed enough when it has to wear a Christmas sweater.
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Why Does My Dog Bite Their Nails and How Do I Make Them Stop?There are reasons why your dog is chewing it's nails, but don't be too alarmed. You have options to make them stop.
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Common Questions About the Care of Synthetic Dreadlock ExtensionsSome tips for taking care of your synthetic dreadlocks. -
Kanye West Disses Taylor Swift in the Middle of Her VMA Acceptance SpeechKanye West just proved to be music's biggest jerk.
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Pictures From The Denali Highway.Pictures from the Denali Highway- a trip that spanned two rainy days. -
Pictures From The Dalton HighwayPictures from a trip down the Dalton Highway in July. -
5 Best Adult Swim Games on Adultswim.ComAdmit it- you're tired of playing Bejewled and Sudoku.
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Driving the Denali Highway and the Dalton Highway in AlaskaForget dirt roads, Alaska has dirt highways! Here are some ways to keep yourself safe if you decide to venture out on the Denali or Dalton highways.
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How to Completely Avoid a Productive Day of WritingAre you being too productive? Are you making too much money from writing articles? Use these tips and you'll be wasting your day away in no time! Trust me, I'm a pro.
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Top 10 Halloween Songs from Someone Who Celebrates Halloween EverydayA nice mix of horror punk and goth night at the club from a girl who leaves her Halloween decorations up all year. Not your "traditional" list of songs- unless you're perpetually spooky.
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Everyone in Society Needs Their Own BubbleThe cure to most of the "dangers" in today's world- your very own bubble!
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Sarah Palin's Goodbye at the Governor's PicnicA quick look at Sunday July 26, 2009: A day spent at Pioneer Park with Sarah Palin and thousands of other people from the eyes of someone who hates crowds, sun, and the political machine. -
Simplifying My Life: Downgrading from a BlackberryWhy I said "No" to all the bells and whistles of the Blackberry and regained my independence (and more money) by going back to a "normal" phone.
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More Bad Fashion Trends I'll Never UnderstandIs it bad fashion or am I that far off the mark of the latest trends?
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5 Budget Friendly Summer Activities in Fairbanks, AlaskaGrab your Maxi Deet and get outside, it's summer in Alaska!
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Basenji PicturesPictures of Zero, my little Basenji. Basenjis are also known as the African Barkless Dog. -
Pictures of Fairbanks, Alaska and Surrounding AreaWanderlust in Alaska. -
4 Annoying Customer HabitsI'm no longer in retail, these are just a few things I need to get out of my system.
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Dear Ana ThinspoAn open letter about an unusual problem: Pro-Anorexia.
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Review of Maybelline's Lash Stiletto MascaraCould this be the best drugstore mascara ever? Quite possibly.
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Best Restaurants in Fairbanks, AlaskaThese restaurants are the reason I gained 20 pounds in my first 6 months in Alaska.
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The Zen of Mr. Potato HeadIt's more than a kid's toy. It's therapy.
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The Bucket List: Part OneStarting off with 1-20 of the 100 Things I'd Like To Do Before I Die, But Probably Will Never Get Around To.
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Bad Fashion Trends I'll Never UnderstandIf this is considered being "in" then you can count me out. Part 1 of 2.
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Gift Ideas for a MorticianYou know someone that happens to be a mortician or funeral director and their birthday is coming up... Uh oh. What kind of gift would you give a mortician anyways?
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Corporate Goth: Look Nice at Work Without Selling Your SoulYou don't have to give up your dark wardrobe to be taken seriously at work.
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The Basenji Breed: An OverviewI once told a professional dog groomer I owned a basenji and she told me I was nuts. I agreed. Yet I love my basenji. If you've thought about owning a basenji here's a few quirks of my own basenji and breed characteristics for you to ponder. -
Buying an Engagement Ring: What You Need to KnowThis article will cover the 4 C's of buying a diamond, whether to choose a jeweler or retail store, and a few tips to get the best engagement ring you can.