Caryl Zimmerman
I've always been a writer. From the moment I could grip a crayon, I've been telling stories with pictures and words. It wasn't until I was in my 40's that I got paid for it.
I had a humorous column in a suburban Houston newspaper for seven years. Despite a strong following, my column was dropped when a new editor came to town who wanted to focus on hard news.
I'm married and have two grown sons.
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I had a humorous column in a suburban Houston newspaper for seven years. Despite a strong following, my column was dropped when a new editor came to town who wanted to focus on hard news.
I'm married and have two grown sons.
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Chasing the Northern LightsI've never seen the northern lights, but since moving to Calgary in Alberta, Canada, I've made it one of my goals before moving back to Texas. One night, my husband and 2 friends took off driving, determined to find this phenomenon.
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Lego My LegosAny mother with boys knows how important Legos are to them. So when it came time to give them away, I found it more difficult than I had expected.
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An American Idol Proves There's More to Life Than 'Winning'American Idol winner uses his celebrity for good. -
American Idol, Taylor Hicks, Partners with the Red CrossWhenever possible, Taylor Hicks lends his name to charitable causes. -
American Idol's Taylor Hicks: Singer, Songwriter, Musician...Comedian?Taylor Hicks takes music very seriously but he's also got a downright silly side. Here are some ideas to showcase his sense of humor.
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Stephen Colbert: "Please Don't Blog This"Stephen Colbert is an old softy.
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Slip Away to Grotto CanyonHere's a fun day trip from Calgary. -
When American Idol is OverWinning American Idol doesn't guarantee superstar success, but even Taylor Hicks, who is often singled out as one of the show's 'failures' is doing very well. You may be surprised to read just how well. -
Robbie Burns Celebrations in Calgary, AlbertaWhat is Robbie Burns Day, who was he and how is it the day celebrated?
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Can a Romance Really Survive a Year and 1500 Miles Apart?When my college boyfriend moved 1500 miles away everyone said, "The distance will make or break ya!"
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Be Prepared- Christmas Follows ThanksgivingA story about being ready for Christmas before the Thanksgiving turkey has even been carved.
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Images of Fall in Calgary, ABBeautiful autumn foliage in Calgary, Alberta. -
Ghosts of Halloween PastTwo grown kids and a secure apartment building make me nostalgic for Halloweens past.
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Sometimes I Still Want My MommyWhat are you supposed to do when you're a grown married woman with kids and no one will baby you when you're sick?
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Life in the Big CityWhat it's like to move to a city after living in the suburbs for years. -
First Day of SchoolIt's tough when the first child goes off to school, but they can surprise you and make you proud.
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Taylor Hicks Kicks Off National Tour on July 25 in NYCAfter 18 months on the road with "Grease," Taylor Hicks returns to his roots, performing his own music across the country.
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Santana Concert at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh, NYThis is a review of a Santana concert at Jones Beach on July 18th 2010. -
Adam Lambert as Mentor?Is Adam Lambert qualified to be a mentor on American Idol on April 13th?
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A Day in One Writer's LifeA humorous look at the writing process.
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American Idol Viewers BewareThis is a humorous look at how obsessive American Idol viewers can become.