Mel Bergen
I am a freelance writer learning to work in the on-line business. I have two blogs, one about writing and grammar and the other about music, and almost eighty lenses at Squidoo. I've also begun writing my first novel and am a voracious reader.
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Fargo, North Dakota, Seeks Volunteers for Projected FloodThe city of Fargo, North Dakota, faces an unprecedented third straight year of major flooding. Find out how you can help and what they are doing to make this fight the best yet. -
Local Watering Hole Runs Afoul of Fargo City OfficialsDempsey's Public House discovered that Fargo building inspectors are serious about the safety of their customers when their illegal basement addition was shut down by city officials. -
Tinting Wallpaper: A Quick and Easy New Look for Your HomeLearn how to freshen the look of your wallpaper by tinting it with glaze. Save time and money on your redecorating. -
Product Review: Diet Coke PlusSure, vitamins and minerals take the guilt out of drinking soda, but does it taste good enough to drink?
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Healthy Cooking Through SubstitutionHave you found yourself staring in shock at your mother's favorite cookbook? Does the idea of measuring butter by the stick and sugar by the cup horrify you? Read this article to find out how to cook and bake wonderful, healthier food. -
How to Make Natural Hair Spray and Styling GelExpensive styling products contain chemicals and fragrances that hurt your hair and scalp. Make custom-scented, all-natural hair spray and styling gel at home for a few pennies, instead. -
Homemade Skin: How to Make Natural Fruit MasquesTry these homemade fruit masques to smooth and hydrate your skin, tighten your pores, and reduce wrinkles. -
Homemade Hair: How to Treat Oily Hair With Natural IngredientsSave your money and your hair by using these simple, natural ingredients to stop oily hair from ruining your day. -
Seaweed Extract: A Natural, Organic FertilizerYour garden reaps many benefits when you sow it with seaweed extract. Read more about them. -
Homemade Hair: How to Use Natural Solutions to Treat Dry HairExpand your grocery list for ways to get healthy, shiny, strong hair. Homemade hair care products are simple to make and work beautifully. -
How Urban Sprawl Ruins RoadsSpreading development eats up government resources, leading to deterioration of established roads and other infrastructure. Learn why you should care. -
Fargo Dedicates Street in Front of City Hall to Hamar, NorwayIn an admittedly small show of solidarity, Fargo dedicated the block where City Hall sits to another town. -
Is Urban Sprawl Making You Fat?Living in suburbia means that convenience and a sense of community take a back seat to privacy and vehicles. So what? -
Fighting Urban Sprawl: Mixed-Use DevelopmentHow do we eliminate commutes, parking problems, and rush hours? By building up, of course. -
E85 Conversion Kits DebatedThe EPA banned flex-fuel conversion kits years ago. Is it time they reconsider? -
How YouTube Got Don Imus FiredTalk radio is no longer ephemeral and fleeting. Just ask former star Don Imus. Now it's a searchable as last night's episode of American Idol. -
Essential Electronics for the College-BoundCertain gadgets and electronics are required for every high school graduate. Some of them may already be found in your home. -
Man Arrested for Biting Girlfriend in ForeheadA Mandan, North Dakota man recently released from prison is back in jail.
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Eight Tips to Reduce the Cost of Your Family VacationVacations can be great family bonding time, but not if money is a constant worry. Try these ideas for easing your financial concerns on your next trip. -
Child Room Makeovers: Furniture that Grows with Your ChildA child's room can easily be an expression of his or her tastes, if you start with the right basics. Here's how. -
Apocalypse! The Five Best End of the World NovelsIf you're feeling anti-social and looking for a rip-roaring yarn about the destruction of humanity, have I got a list for you! -
The Remade Man Wants to Remake Your RelationshipA college research group is looking for the bad relationship stories of women around the world. With a new grant, the group has established a web site for sounding off. -
Pirates of the Caribbean: Any Fun Without Johnny Depp?With Captain Jack exiled to the end of the world, can the third Pirates of the Caribbean be as much fun? Does this spell the end of the series? -
Garrison Keillor Saves International Falls, MinnesotaHow could a famous radio personality and movie "star" save an entire town? By singing a song, of course! -
Spring Family Activities: Go Fly a KiteWhen was the last time you flew a kite? If you are wistfully recalling how much fun it was, then this is the family activity for you! -
Neighborhood Covenants and YouCovenants are restrictions on what you can do on your own property, and can be enforced by your neigbors. Do you know if there are any in your neighborhood? -
Sex Offender Offers His Side of the StoryLiving in a small town as a sex offender means William Wall can't stay anonymous. Read about his attempt to convince neighbors that he's really not so bad. -
How to Make Homemade Body WashSave money over those expensive store brands of scented body wash. This article contains basic recipes for body and hand wash you can make at home, including an antibacterial version. -
How to Fix a Warped RecordLet's face it, records warp pretty easily. For those that are so badly off they will no longer play correctly, here is a recipe for rescue. -
How to Discover Great New MusicDigital music has opened a world of music, literally, to even the most timid listeners. Here are a few suggestions on how to get started. -
Product Review: Slim Fast ShakesDiet shakes are a dime a dozen, metaphorically if not literally. This review gives you one writer's experience with the most well-known brand of shakes. -
Rudy Giuliani:: Does "America's Mayor" Have a Chance?Everyone knows his name and many are learning his views. Can Mr. New York make a successful bid for the nomination, much less the presidency? -
How to Name Your BandNaming your band takes thought, consideration, and a kick-butt anecdote. Try these tips to avoid the worst mistakes. -
Book Review: Zig ZagZig Zag is a novel about science creating a monster in a creative way. Though troubled, Frankenstein the protagonists are not.
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How Parking Lots Contribute to Urban SprawlParking lots push development farther and farther apart, increasing the need for roads, increasing the need for vehicles to get around, increasing the need for more parking. This is known as urban sprawl, and it's visible at a strip mall near you. -
My Biggest Secret: A Shameful ConfessionIt's time to spill the beans on a secret that's been growing out of control. -
Dealing with Light Pollution in Your CommunityLight pollution causes health problems and concerns for the environment. This article presents ways to address these problems individually and within the community. -
The Top 10 Reasons to Travel to Fargo, North DakotaA tropical getaway is not always possible or desirable. Fargo, North Dakota, offers many big-city experiences along with more rural pursuits and historic perspectives.
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Strategies for Morning SuccessDifficult mornings can be made easier by planning ahead and playing for time.
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The Quarter-Life CrisisToday's young adults are facing increasing difficulties in their transition from physical adult to financial grown-up.
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Book Review: The Dante ClubThe Dante Club is an intriguing mystery that would have benefited from more aggressive editing. Mr. Pearl offers a glimpse into post-Civil War Boston, its literary scene and its police force, that rings true if a little excessive.