Elizabeth M. Young
I am a writer, artist, musician, weird logistics scientist, and former Air Force Captain. I am not new to writing and have published articles in many areas at Helium.com for the past two years.
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Pentagon to Allow Women to Serve in Combat RolesA woman veteran expresses her views on Pentagon chief Leon Panetta's decision to remove the military's ban on women serving in combat.
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First Person: Dispelling the Myth of Flu-Shot SicknessAfter three years, I decided to get a flu vaccine. This year there is alarming news about widespread cases in the U.S. If a person like me can take the vaccine, then a lot more people should get a flu shot right away.
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Sycamore StreetThe newest neighbor is always the subject of speculation, gossip and natural human curiosity. But in one case, the new neighbor should have been left alone.
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How Social Media is Being Used in the ClassroomWith a massive backlash against using social media styled platforms in the classroom, the fact is that university online education systems were some of the original social media platforms, and many students excelled in gaining education that way.
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Do Not Despair! Here is Some Help for Those Changes on FacebookBasics survival tips for navigating the new Facebook features!
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A Great Spot for a Day Trip: The South Yuba River State Park at Bridgeport in CaliforniaFor those who love beautiful, wild and natural river beaches, mountain hiking trails, whitewater rafting, California gold country history, and historical bridges, the South Yuba River State park offers the full package! -
Should the Government Step in to Make Talk Radio More Balanced?Many people will complain that talk radio is unbalanced, that their point of view or preference is being drowned out by "the other side". But can or should the government step in to create balance?
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The Case Against the Death PenaltyThe United States will be facing many more death penalty cases where reasonable doubt exists.But governments insist on killing people anyway. More than ever, a moratorium on death penalty cases and executions is called for.
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Why Do Politicians Lie?Some of the conditions and reasons for the current sad state of lying politicians.
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How I Used My Science Education in My CareerHow a person's college degree and coursework can actually be of great benefit during their career.
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The Benefits of Reading Online NewspapersOnline newspapers offer benefits that the print versions or the news aggregating services do not provide.
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Road Trip EssentialsSome of the important things to do and to have before striking out on a local or long distance road trip.
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JealousyJealousy, if handled well, can be a great motivator in life.
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Why We Should Understand the Reasons for WarsA survey of the reasons for wars in an ever changing era of engagement, threat, alliance, and global volatility
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Three Great Dictators of the Twentieth Century: A Lesson in EvilThree of the greatest dictators of the 20th century were also three of the most evil dictators of all time. Yet their influence remains great and their legacies are permanent. They present lessons that should be taken seriously now.
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The Benefits of Going to College Via the InternetThe benefits of online education for those who need alternatives to a college education in residence.
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The Tangent Files: Blythe MonroeThe story of a woman who shows up in a small town, is suspected of having a shady past, and turns out to be someone completely unexpected.
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My Career in the MilitaryHow I and many other women changed the face of the Air Force and changed the course of history.
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Getting Gold Fever Yet? Well Think Again!The price of gold is approaching historical highs, but for people who are starting to get "gold fever", the realities of prospecting may discourage such dreams. -
Three of the Best "Pick Your Own" Farms Near Sacramento, CaliforniaWhether a fruit and vegetable lover wants to pick their own or shop for the best, three great farms are within an hour's drive from Sacramento, California. -
The Quadiffi Files: A Brief Overview of the Life of a DictatorThis is a brief summary of the life of Muammar Quadiffi, who appears to be very close to being deposed and brought to justice in his home of Libya.
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Desertification: How Does it Happen?The causes of desertification
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How Social Media is Changing the Nature of Crowd BehaviorA New Era of Protest and RiotingSocial media is eliminating the social and physical barriers that limit rioting to one specific place. As a result, social instability will be more widespread and even more difficult to control.
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The Strange Theaters of the Old, Old WestAn odd mystery of the old West, a terrible crime, and a spooky bit of justice served.
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An Introduction to Rustic Kitchen Design and StyleThe elements and ideas that go into a rustic kitchen design.
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Are 3D Food Printers the Wave of the Future?Three dimensional printers for parts and objects have been around for a while. But three dimensional food printers are a new and exciting development in the world of object printing. -
The Soul of Summer, a Grumble of BeesA sound and rhythm poem that pulls out the heart aching memories of home and heat -
Programs and Accessories for an Optimal Pool Workout ProgramPool classes and workout programs help to develop effective aqua aerobics experiences. Accessories help to make the pool workout more effective in building muscle, recovering from injuries and increasing fitness.
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She Never Knew that She Lived in Elegance and BeautyA tale about being invited to a high tea and hating the very thought of participating. But serendipity comes to those who have the open mind and the prepared mind. -
The Sacramento, California Mobile Gourmet Food Truck TroublesHow residents of Sacramento, California had their gourmet mobile food truck dreams smashed, then revived in 2011
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Five Internet Privacy Issues to Watch for in 2011 and 2012A review of the five most common, pressing or important privacy issues that today's internet users need to be aware of.
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How a Blogger's Credibility Can Be Ruined by Careless WritingDiscusses the ways in which careless work can ruin credibility for both the new blogger and the experienced blogger.
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Senegalese Pumpkin SoupThis is an adaptation of Emeril Lagasse's Senegalese Peanut Soup, which uses roasted sweet potatoes. In this case, roasted pumpkin flesh is easily substituted for the potato.
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Ludamae's Roadside GrillIn the wild, wild West, there are millions of tales that need to be told. But first, someone has to live through a story in order to tell it. Ludamae runs a roadside Grill in the Arizona desert, and a whopper of a story is beginning to brew.
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Like Fine, Fine Oil Blooms Over WaterA harrowing description of a global pandemic that begins with the unintended consequences of carefully planned deeds.
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A Growing Movement to Abolish Corporate PersonhoodThere is a small, but growing movement to abolish the corporation's rights to be considered as a person and to enjoy the rights of a human being
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The Hourglass RosesA haiku for crowded relationships and the will to live -
Fourth of July FlowerworksFlowerworks 2011 -
Ride the Big Pony to the Right Side NowA classic villanelle is not easy to write, but it is wonderful to read. This one is about being free and away for a while.
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The Distant Chaos of Modern WarfareThis is a tale about a mission, as experienced by a very stressed out soldier.
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The Two Mrs. WatsonsA darkly humorous look at two women who are a contrast in light and dark, right and wrong, good and bad.