Julie Fletcher

Julie is a freelance writer in Buffalo, NY and has been published in several parenting magazines. Her favorites topics are family, frugality, self sufficiency, and Autism.
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  • High Functioning Autism
    What is high functioning autism?
  • Autism Symptoms
    Early symptoms of autism - newborn and beyond.
  • Buffalo Winter
    A silly haiku on lake effect snow in Buffalo, NY.
  • Grandpa
    Memorial Day was originally observed on March 30th before federal law made the holiday official and celebrated on the last Monday of May. My grandfather served in the Army and Navy- he died 3/30/2011, fitting.
  • Turkeys Unite!
    Thanksgiving after Thanksgiving turkeys have been repressed. What if they decided to retaliate?
  • Life Insurance in the UK
    Ever wonder what to do with those articles a scammer stole from you? Post your keyword or ghostwritten article up on AC to protect your copyrights! This is how this short informative article came into being.
  • Personal Loans with Bad Credit? You Betcha!
    Getting a personal loan if you have bad credit is not impossible, though many people have come to the conclusion they may have to live with their credit history forever.
  • All About Mineral Makeup
    Mineral makeup has exploded in popularity in the past few years. Mineral makeup is minerals that have been ground into a very fine powder and is brushed onto the skin.
  • What is Henna?
    Henna has a long history dating back to the Bronze Age and has been used to dye the hair, skin, and fingernails.
  • Goth Rosary Shampoo and Bodywash Review
    GothRosary Shampoo and Bodywash claims to be double concentrated and have an extra long-lasting scent. This review inspects that claim.
  • How to Throw Your Money Away Part 2: Convenience Mixes
    So you like those little packets of flavor you drop onto plain ol' whatever and make a tasty little side dish, huh? Or what about that taco and chili seasoning that makes quick dinners? Mmmm. So tasty and so quick.
  • 5 Reasons I Don't Do Cloth Diapers
    With a family of nine, cloth diapering just wasn't the answer. Saving money is one thing, but is cloth really the economical answer?
  • Five Facts About Freegans (AKA Dumpster Divers)
    Freegans may live in a home just like you. Some may live in a communal type setting, as many living in one home and sharing their resources is preferable in their creed.
  • Special Needs Children: How a Parent Survives the School System
    Any parent of a Special Needs child will understand how hard and confusing a place the public school systems can be. Dealing with a child who is special needs is demanding work, so when forced to face even more legwork and mental work, it can be overwhelming.
  • Fourth of July Celebration in Faith, NC
    In Rowan County, NC lies a small town just six miles east of Salisbury. When June rolls around, the residents begin preparing for one of the largest parties in the state.
  • Beginning Vegans: Hidden Animal Ingredients You Should Watch For
    Some items that you would normally think of as meatless or devoid of animal byproducts are really hat they seem. For instance, there are many wines that are filtered through egg whites and other animal products. Sugar in some cases is filtered with burned bones of animals.
  • Photoshop Tutorial: How to Make Custom Photoshop Brushes
    Making custom brushes for use in photoshop is one of the things that beginners can learn with minimal effort. Even if you have never made a brush before, this tutorial will have you using your own brushes in no time
  • How to Throw Away Your Money, Part 1: Rental Companies
    Often people go to rental companies to get furniture or appliances for their home. At the time, it seems like a good idea. Low weekly or monthly rates can be attractive for those on a limited income. In the end, you can lose more than you think.
  • Saving the Animals in Rowan Co, Kentucky
    In Rowan County, Kentucky, there are mass killings. Not of people, but of animals who have no choice in how they were treated or where they were sent.
  • What's that Growing in My Fridge?
    Have you ever opened the fridge and been afraid to touch the container that's been in the back for what seems like years? Wondered if the thing your kids left from lunch last week was going to crawl right out of the kitchen and start it's own colony?
  • Stealth Home Decoration: Disguising Off Brands
    I'm like a lot of people. I don't like to admit not being able to afford certain name brand items. Then again, how do you pair that with refusing to pay name brand prices?
  • Don't Spend Your Entire Check on Food!
    Saving money at the store doesn't mean cutting out great taste.
  • Clorox Wipes VS. Lysol Wipes
    There are many wipes on the market today and perusing the cleaner aisles can be confusing. Luckily, two big hitters, Lysol and Clorox, both have disinfecting wipes readily available.
  • Learn to Make Your Own Everything
    With the rising cost of gas and now groceries, you may find yourself having a harder than usual time of it just making ends meet. Tightening the reins on your budget is a great way to save, but do you think that you have to deprive yourself and your family?

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