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• My Astronaut Friend

  7/4/2012

  A tribute to the space explorers of the past, present, and future. Also a poem for the friends that are dreamers and spend more time out of the atmosphere than on the ground.
• February Births a Violent Storm

  2/27/2012

  A poem about the coming of a storm during dusk in the month of February.
• Do's and Don'ts of Renting a Car

  2/10/2012

  This article gives customers a guide to things they should and should not do when renting a vehicle.
• Mississippi River Causes a Spike in Consumer Interest for Flood Insurance

  5/9/2011

  The Mighty Mississippi has swollen to some of the highest levels this year since the 1930's. With the spiked interest in flood insurance many agencies in the Memphis and the Mid-South area will continue to experience a high call volume.

  Also published on:

  • Yahoo! Voices
• How to Put Together a Flood Emergency Kit

  5/9/2011

  Be prepared when it's time to evacuate your home or business during a flood. Prepare by organizing a flood emergency kit so that you can survive the catastrophe.
• The Shadow at Miss Sandra's Front Door

  10/26/2010

  This is a flash fiction short story. It is an entry in Associated Content's Scary Story Halloween Contest.
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  Great Nutritional Snacks for School Children

  10/11/2010

  As parents we are often very concerned about our children's nutrition. This article is about great nutritional snacks that we can send our children to school with.
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  Immigrant Invocation

  9/28/2010

  A poem about invoking our family tree's immigrant roots. Inspired by many elements, spirits, essences, and people.
• Fall Back into Fitness During the Fall Season!

  9/23/2010

  Fall is the best time to decide to get fit again. It's a lot easier to take on the holidays knowing that your New Year's Resolution won't be a crash diet again because your fitness program is in place.
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  Save Money on Your Auto Insurance, While on Vacation!

  6/24/2010

  Enjoy your summer vacation, you deserve it. Take my advice and save some money on your auto insurance while you're away on vacation, because you deserve a little extra money in your bank account too!
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  An Imperial Audience Awaits

  6/23/2010

  This haiku celebrates the merger of Associated Content with Yahoo, and also the color purple. Tyrian Purple was believed to have originated from a dye that was made from molluscs and was used to dye ceremonial robes for royalty.
• Water Balloon Games for Your Children's Birthday Parties

  4/5/2010

  A child's birthday party can be fun and exciting with any of these top three backyard water balloon activities. Water balloon games are a simple way to help entertain and cool off the kids!
• Perfect Places for First Dates in Memphis, Tennessee

  3/31/2010

  Don't panic, don't be late, dress properly for the occasion, and have fun at one of these top three places in Memphis, Tennessee to take your perfect first date!
• Fall in Love with the Hiking Trails at Fall Creek Falls

  3/19/2010

  The name of the state park in Tennessee that has some of the best waterfall hiking trails I've ever experienced speaks for itself: Fall Creek Falls State Park.
• An Irish Holiday Hangover

  2/10/2010

  This is a humorous Limerick that celebrates the legend of how St. Patrick converted the pre-Christian Irish people to Catholicism. This Limerick is also an entry in the St. Patrick Holiday Limerick Contest.
• Quake My Mind and Shake My Heart for Haiti

  1/21/2010

  Associated Content is donating $5.00 to the International Rescue Committee for every piece of content submitted to help raise awareness for Haiti and general disaster relief. . .this is my poetic contribution.
• A Christmas Kiss

  12/15/2009

  A Haiku celebrating the Mistletoe tradition. This Haiku is a submission in the Winter Holiday Haiku Contest.
• The Lucky Turkey

  11/20/2009

  This is a haiku that celebrates the spirit of Thanksgiving, highlighting the turkey as a feast in a humorous way.
• Getting Employed Again!

  11/18/2009

  An article encouraging the recently unemployed people to become active and attain a positive outlook to better their chances of finding a new employer.
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  An American Christmas Without Presents

  11/17/2009

  An article encouraging all Americans to celebrate the true spirit of the holiday and give the gift of Love. I, like many Americans this year, will not be able to buy presents for Christmas.
• All Hallows Eve Night

  10/9/2009

  A Halloween Haiku Contest Entry. This haiku celebrates the traditional fall harvest festival of All Hallows Eve, Samhain and the more contemporary festivities of Halloween.
• A Memphian's Guide to Breath-taking Views of Memphis, Tennessee

  9/25/2009

  As a long time resident and "Memphian" I am going to reveal three places in Memphis, Tennessee that offer breath-taking views of the city that most tourists do not know exist.
• The Magnolia Campground Halloween Killers

  9/3/2009

  It's seems like a typical Halloween night at the Magnolia Campground. Chief Ranger Mark Ingram is making his normal rounds on his patrol.
• The Crimson Letter in the Green Envelope

  7/29/2009

  Mr. Nelson Scrawley was not expecting a letter, but he got one that changed his life. This short story is an entry in the flash fiction writing contest.
• Relax at the Boat Dock on the Lake

  7/27/2009

  This article is an essential read for anyone who is going to spend the day at a boat dock on a lake. Everything that someone needs in order to enjoy a wonderful day at the boat dock is outlined in this article.
• What to Expect After Having Your Identity Stolen

  6/24/2009

  This is an article about what a victim should expect to encounter after having their identity stolen.
• Safety Coloring Books and Pages for Children

  6/11/2009

  This article discusses the importance of using coloring books as teaching tools for children, and also lists several websites that offer coloring books and pages for free.
• After a Fair in the South

  5/20/2009

  A short poem about Fairs in the Southern region of the United States of America.
• $10,000 Awarded at the 2009 Embrace Life Awards

  5/5/2009

  On Tuesday, April 28th 2009, State Farm held the 2009 Embrace Life Awards ceremony in Bloomington, Illinois. One of the honorees was a man from Cordova, Tennessee.
• Earth Church

  4/21/2009

  This is a poem in Haiku form that celebrates the Earth as a Church.
• Economic Cure Limerick

  4/6/2009

  A humorous Limerick about the U.S.A.'s economy.
• My Favorite Forbidden Fruit

  4/3/2009

  A humorous poem, written in rhyming couplet form.
• State Farm Insurance Gives $1,000 to a Catholic School in Memphis, Tennessee

  3/28/2009

  State Farm is having a presentation ceremony for the State Farm Es Para Mi Educational Grant Program at the Resurrection Catholic School in Memphis, TN. This event will take place on Wednesday, April 9th, 2009 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Catholic school.
• Auto Insurance Discounts for Senior Citizens

  3/23/2009

  Auto insurance companies offer special discounts for senior citizens to help them save money while living on fixed incomes.
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  Save Money, Support Local Farmers and Buy American Produce

  2/23/2009

  During the big economic meltdown that America is facing, we can save money and help save our country by supporting our own agricultural industries.
• Affordable Gift Baskets for the New Mother & Baby

  2/9/2009

  I have found three gift sets under $40 that can be quickly and easily ordered online.
• Cupid's Steady Hand

  1/30/2009

  A Love poem for Valentine's Day
• Sinusitis, aka the Sinus Infection

  1/30/2009

  If you have had cold symptoms that have lasted more than a week, you should consult your physician. You might have a condition called Sinusitis, also known as the sinus infection.
• Your New Year's Resolution Diet Won't Work, So Exercise Instead

  1/13/2009

  It's time to kick that New Year's resolution diet to the curb because it won't work; you should exercise instead!
• The Importance of Homeowner's Insurance

  12/29/2008

  This article explains why homeowner's insurance is important for new homeowners.
• How to Slack Off at Work and Get Away with It!

  12/12/2008

  As a professional who enjoys slacking off from time to time, I have a couple of tips to help out the new office rookie slacker.
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  Prank the Scrooge During the Holidays!

  12/8/2008

  Is your boss a Scrooge during the holidays? This article explains how to pull off some office pranks on your boss.
• What a Driver Should Do After Being in a Car Accident

  11/26/2008

  This article outlines what a driver should do after being in a car accident.
• Holiday Gift Ideas for the Procrastinator

  11/19/2008

  The holiday dates stay the same every year and are always marked on the calendar for people to remember to buy their gifts. Here are some last-minute ideas written by a procrastinator, for procrastinators, that will make shopping easier.
• House Sitting Tips for the Holidays

  10/28/2008

  This article gives tips to homeowners and house sitters to insure a safe house sitting experience during the holiday season.
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  Tarantula Treats for Halloween

  10/14/2008

  This article describes how to make a new sweet treat for your children's Halloween party.
• Who Forgot the Green Party?

  10/13/2008

  A Limerick poem about Presidential candidate Cynthia McKinney, who is running for the Green Party amidst the Obama-McCain frenzy during the 2008 election.
• Pro Third Party Candidate, Green Party Haikus

  9/16/2008

  These are four haikus that are written to support the election of a third party candidate from the Green Party, Ms. Cynthia McKinney. The titles of these poems are underlined and in bold.
• Cinnamon Soap Can Make Your Skin Softer!

  7/21/2008

  An article about how I discovered that cinnamon soap can make your skin softer.
• Successful Parenting in Public: Tips for Successful Parenting in a Professional Atmosphere

  7/17/2008

  This article suggests two simple tips for successful parenting in the case that parents have to take their children to a public or professional atmosphere.
• Decorating Your Cozy Log Cabin Vacation Get-A-Way

  6/27/2008

  An article about how to be a thrifty shopper and creative decorator, while making your log cabin a cozy place to vacation.
• America is Going to DTV in 2009, Will You be Ready for the Future of Television?

  6/4/2008

  This article discusses the internet search topic that will be most searched by television viewers in 2009: DTV.
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  Latin Spring Festival in Memphis, Tennessee is on June 8th

  5/19/2008

  This article describes and gives information about the Latin Spring Festival (Fiesta de Primavera Latina) that will occur in June 2008.
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  Easy and Pain Free Car Insurance Quotes

  5/19/2008

  An article that briefly outlines 3 tips for getting a car insurance quote.
• My Church

  4/22/2008

  A spiritual poem about the Lord's Earth.
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  The Best, or Easiest AC Interview of Your Life

  4/17/2008

  This is an article about how to complete the best interview you might ever experience in your life. Read on to find out how YOU TOO can bevery easily whisked away or beamed up to an interview with Donald Pennington!
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  The Riddler Strikes Again!!!

  4/13/2008

  An ode to my favorite Batman villian, The Riddler.
• Different Types of Insurance and Multi-line Premium Discounts

  4/10/2008

  This article briefly describes different types of insurance and the multi-line premium discount that is offered by some insurance companies like State Farm.
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  Five Types of Annoying Callers

  4/4/2008

  Office life can be stressful and filled with pet peeves. This article lists the 5 types of annoying callers that practice poor phone etiquette, and the best way to deal with these office pet peeves.
• What is Car Insurance and Why is it Important in the State of Tennessee?

  3/21/2008

  An easy to understand description of Car Insurance and why it is important in the State of Tennessee.
• Brother Sun, Sister Moon

  3/1/2008

  A poem about our relationship with the coming of Spring.
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  Redwood Dreams

  3/1/2008

  Nature poetry.
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  Brilliant Accelerations

  2/9/2008

  A fleeting thought on Lovers. . . just in time for Valentine's Day!
• Cold Relief Cocktails - Mixing Home Remedies with Liquor And/or OTC Drugs

  1/25/2008

  Almost everyone has them . . . cocktails that will help relieve the symptoms of that awful cold you have. Well, here are a few of my own!
• Flickering Flame Extinguished

  12/14/2007

  A poem about remembering old flames.
• A Poet's Proverbs

  11/25/2007

  More words to live by or think about.
• Southern Serpent

  11/25/2007

  An ode to the powerful river.
• A Poet's Proverbs

  11/4/2007

  Words I live by.
• Revolutionary Reasoning

  11/4/2007

  A short poem.
• Where is the American Pride?

  11/4/2007

  A poem about Americans and their loss of confidence and pride for their country.
• Jet Boats vs. Prop Driven Boats for Skiers and Wake Boarders

  10/30/2007

  The Jet Boat craze is taking over the boating world, but will this craze become a short-lived trend as soon as the consumers realize what they've bought? Skiers and wake boarders will be the first to realize the big Pro's and Con's of owning a Jet Boat.
• Rob Zombie's Halloween

  10/2/2007

  A review of Rob Zombie's remake of Halloween. The 1978 Horror film was originally directed by John Carpenter and starred Jamie Lee Curtis.
• Suffering from Writer's Block? 3 Tips on How to Become Inspired Again

  8/27/2007

  Writer's block is something we all suffer from every once in a while, and some of us more than others. Don't fret, don't worry, and don't stress because I have a few tips on how to open up that valve in your brain that will allow the words to flow again!
• The Tree Removal Trend

  8/20/2007

  The tree removal trend is most evident in Shelby County, where new housing complexes and strip malls are taking the place of our forests. Take the Lucius Birch Jr. Natural Area for example; it is definitely not what it used to be.
• How to Throw a Children's Birthday Party at a Park

  8/8/2007

  The advantages of throwing your children's birthday party outside are obvious: more space, no valuables or family heirlooms to be broken, tranquil atmosphere, and less clean up.
• The Top 5 Websites for Harry Potter Fans

  7/12/2007

  Wizards and Witches Unite! I have spent countless hours searching the Web and have come up with what I think are the Top 5 Websites for Harry Potter fans.
• The Marian Message

  7/11/2007

  The planet that "existed at the edge of the Galaxy."
• Hot Salsa for Your Summer Party

  7/6/2007

  The summer is here and with it comes pool parties and celebrations.
• Swimming By

  6/30/2007

  The Sad Swan
• Viral Gastroenteritis, aka The Stomach Flu

  6/29/2007

  Beware the Stomach Flu From Hell!
• Hiking in the Backwoods of Tennessee - 10 Tips

  6/25/2007

  Enjoy Nature!
• Hemingway's Fish Tales for the Summer - A Book Review of Hemingway in Cuba, by Hilary Hemingway & Carlene Brennen

  6/15/2007

  Fiction is my fancy, and I do not usually read many biographies because I feel they are boring.
• An Elementary School Teacher

  6/13/2007

  BURN BURN BURN!
• Karma's Spiteful Pissing

  6/13/2007

  My Muse left me for the Luck Dragon
• Challenging the Journalistic Integrity of a Publisher and His Newspaper

  6/11/2007

  How I Lost My Job As a Sales Rep and Bi-lingual Press Reporter
• Vacation on Smith Lake, Alabama

  6/6/2007

  Lake House Vacations
• Patron Vs. Milagro

  5/21/2007

  Tequila comparison.
• Does the Early Bird Get the Mexican I.D.?

  5/11/2007

  A bi-lingual English/Spanish exclusive interview