Anita Grace Simpson
Born and raised in the East Texas Piney Woods, I have been writing since age 10. At present I write and create digital images/video on a freelance basis.
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East Texas Baptist University, B.S. in Chemistry & Behavioral Science, 1990 -- UT Dallas, M.S. in Communication Disorders, 1998Interests
photography, photo editing, photo montages, digital art, fractals, writing fiction and non-fiction, writing poetry, world religions, liberal politics, small business, deafness, cochlear implants, diseases, viruses, mental illnessMotto
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Japanese Treaties After World War IIThe 1951 Treaty of San Francisco marked the official end of war between the Allies and Japan. Other treaties covered Japan's relations with China, Korea, and Taiwan. -
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Language StyleMartin Luther King, Jr. was a great orator and writer who varied his language style according to his audience and his purpose. -
Plavix and Other ADP Inhibitors for AtherosclerosisPlavix (clopidogrel) is a drug that lowers total cholesterol and improves the ratio of good to bad cholesterol. Plavix is in the drug class called ADP inhibitors. -
Dead Souls by Nikolai GogolNikolai Gogol's Dead Souls is often considered the first Russian novel, about a man who plans to get loans based on the number of serfs he owns -- even though these particular serfs are dead.
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The Politics of Sympathy in the Coquette by Hannah FosterHannah Foster uses the politics of sympathy to explain the death of Eliza Wharton in The Coquette.
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Emotions Impact Your Heart Attack and Stroke RiskRecent research emphasizes the importance of laughter and positive emotions in lowering heart attack and stroke risk.
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Early History of the TelephoneToday telephones are taken for granted, but it has not been long since they were first invented. Read about Bell, Edison, and other inventors. -
Hurricane Irene Approaching East CoastHurricane Irene is nearing the East coast of the U.S. How does Irene compare with previous hurricanes? What effects are expected? -
Ubiquilin2 Dysfunction an Underlying Cause of ALS and Lou Gehrig's DiseaseResearch at Northwestern University has discovered an underlying cause in all forms of ALS: dysfunction of the protein ubiquilin2.
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2011 Heat Wave CausesRead about the causes of the 2011 heat wave in the U.S. -
Why the Super Congress is Super ScaryI believe the establishment of the Super Congress in the debt ceiling bill has the potential to bring down our country.
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Wind FarmsParts of the U.S. and other countries are well known for their strong winds. Getting electricity from wind provides green energy and utilizes a force that is consistently available.
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Amtrak and the 2011 Budget CutsHistory of Amtrak funding and reasons it should continue -
Factors in Europe Leading to the First World WarThe First World War was the culmination of several factors in Europe, including small wars, social unrest and chaos, and complex alliance between the Great Powers. -
Learning Coping SkillsLearning coping skills, just like learning other tasks, passes through four important phases. Understanding these phases can make the learning process more effective.
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Thanksgiving DayVisualize Thanksgiving in a poem about this special day. -
Introduction to Digital ScrapbookingDigital scrapbooking is a flexible, creative alternative to traditional paper scrapping. -
Review of the Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in HistoryJohn Barry's The Great Influenza explores the background, effects, and impact of the H1N1 "Spanish" influenza in 1918-19. -
Gluten-Free Halloween TreatsIndividuals who have gluten intolerance or celiac disease must avoid all gluten in their diets. This is especially difficult at holidays such as Halloween. Here are 2 gluten-free recipes our family uses during Halloween. Learn to make these treats!
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Enhanced Fujita Scale of Tornado IntensityYou may have noticed that since 2007 tornadoes are graded from EF 1 to 5 instead of F 1 to 5. The F stands for Fujita, who created the scale. Now the scale has been enhanced for greater accuracy.
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Become a SKYWARN Trained Weather ObserverYou can help the weather service improve its predictions! Learn how to become a trained observer for the SKYWARN network. -
Remembrance 1984A sonnet about memories and depression.
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Best CDs and Songs for YogaHaving the appropriate music can make a huge difference in your yoga practice. Get suggestions for great yoga music here!
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Top Ten Songs by R.E.MR.E.M., alternative rock band from Athens, Georgia, is one of my favorite music groups. Here are my top ten songs by R.E.M.
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Flossing and Heart DiseaseDid you know that people with gum disease are twice as likely to die from heart disease? Find out why daily flossing is so important to your health.
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The Rapid Oral HIV TestDid you know that you can be tested quickly for HIV using oral fluid instead of blood? There is even an FDA-approved home test! Read more here. -
Help Yourself Stop SmokingHave you made the decision to stop smoking? Find tips and inspiration for ending an addiction to nicotine by reading this article.
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Hearing Habilitation and RehabilitationAn overview of methods used in the habilitation and rehabilitation of Deaf or Hard of Hearing children and adults.
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How to Talk to Your DoctorIf you want to make the most of your time in the doctor's office, read these tips for talking to and interacting with your doctor.
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Holiday Travel HealthMany people travel during the holidays, thus increasing their chances of illness or injury. Follow these guidelines to keep your family healthy during holiday travel.
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Coping with Holiday BluesMany people feel down or depressed during the holiday season. Learn some new strategies for helping yourself feel better in this article.
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Communication Methods with Sound for Deaf and Hard of Hearing ChildrenThis article reviews communication methods available for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children that include sound.
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Christmas Games for FamiliesChristmas is an exciting time of year, but you can make it even more fun by spending quality time with your family. Here are my suggested Christmas games for families.
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Still WatersA young woman lies in a playground, contemplating her imminent death.
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Floods and Your HealthEvery year some areas of the United States experience flooding. The first danger is drowning, but other dangers exist too. Learn how flood waters can kill you days or even weeks after they have subsided.
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Pain Ispoem about mental pain
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Evil WomanA hooker's thoughts after she assaults and robs a client.
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The Great Medication DilemmaA common issue for people with bipolar disorder is stopping medication. Here are my thoughts and my experience with this dilemma.
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An Unquiet Mind by Kay Redfield JamisonIn An Unquiet Mind, Kay Redfield Jamison describes her life with bipolar disorder ( manic depression ). -
Wheat-Free RecipesAre you or someone in your household allergic to wheat? Find recipes for wheat-free cornbread and blackberry cobbler in this article.
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Gluten-Free CookiesLooking for some new, yummy cookies that won't upset gluten-sensitive digestion? Try these two recipes!
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Allegations of Bias at Texas County ConventionReports from the Collin County Democratic Convention in Texas suggest there may have been bias in the results, favoring Obama. Was this accidental, or deliberate fraud?
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Personalized Mother's Day Crafts for Your Kids to MakeHandmade Mother's Day crafts are very precious to the women who receive them. Learn how to guide children to make four unique, personalized Mother's Day crafts that will delight the special women in their lives. -
The First DayA day in recovery
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The Merchant of Venice by ShakespeareThe Merchant of Venice is a comedy by Shakespeare which tells the story of a money-lender who refuses to grant mercy and does not receive any.
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History of English Day NamesHave you ever wondered why we have three days of the week named for Roman gods and four named for Norse gods? The explanation lies in the history of England.
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Steps to HappinessDo you believe you cannot be happy until something outside yourself has changed? The good news is that you can be happy even if nothing in your life changes! Learn how to take responsibility for yourself.
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Coping Strategies to Prevent Self-InjuryMany people use self-injury to escape painful emotions, but they can learn new ways to cope that are not harmful.
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Increasing Language Development in Deaf ChildrenYou don't have to be a speech pathologist or a specialist in hearing habilitation to help your deaf child learn language!
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The Sub-prime Mortgage Crisis and the Global EconomyThe sub-prime mortgage crisis in the United States may have serious consequences for the global economy.
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Top Ten Songs by MorrisseyI review my ten favorite songs sung by Steven Patrick Morrissey, in no particular order.
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Analysis: Volpone by Ben JonsonVolpone was written by the playwright Ben Jonson in the same era as Shakespeare. Set in Venice, Italy, the play uses symbolic characters to illustrate the consequences of greed.
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25th Fireant Festival in Marshall, TexasThe Fireant Festival has been a tradition in Marshall, Texas since 1983.
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Analysis of T.S. Eliot's The Waste LandThe Waste Land by T.S. Eliot is the poet's most famous work. In this paper the poem is interpreted on personal, societal, and human levels, with the interpretations backed up by published research.
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On the Value of DreamsA poem explaining why my dreams are so important.
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The EdgeUnexpectedly, I reach the end.
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The Pain RoseDepiction of pain from childhood trauma.
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When I DiedA poem about thoughts of suicide.
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Review: Timberlawn Trauma Program in Fair Park Area Near Dallas, TexasThe Timberlawn Trauma Program focuses on treatment of individuals with a history of trauma (abuse, war, natural disaster) who have psychiatric problems. Based on my experiences as a patient, I review the program and its components.