Leslie D
I was born in Iowa. I grew up in Iowa. I went to college in Iowa. I live and work in Iowa. I will probably also die in Iowa.
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University of Iowa, B.A. (2004), English; Drake Law School, J.D. (2007)Interests
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Life is a big joke...you might as well laugh.Favorites
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Low-Calorie Options at Wendy'sWendy's offers some great options for dieters, both classic and modern.
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Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Your GuyThese are some unique products I've found which most guys would enjoy.
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Dreamy Creamy Chicken DipThis is my recipe for hot chicken dip. This goes great with tortilla chips or even as a topping for baked potatoes and other veggies. I have adapted this recipe over time to my liking. Enjoy!
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Selecting an Appropriate Coat for Your Job InterviewWhen you go to a job interview, your coat is the first thing your potential employer will see. Make sure you look professional at every stage of the interview by following these easy tips. -
Getting the Most from Your Elliptical WorkoutEllipticals are a great way to burn calories, but here are some additional tips you can use to get a challenging and fun workout on your elliptical. -
How to Curb or Avoid Hunger While DietingYou can avoid giving in to hunger by following these simple tips. -
Pur Minerals Triple Impact Mascara ReviewPur Minerals Triple Impact Mascara claims to do it all...and it really does.
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The Basics of Pots and PansIt is simple to find durable, affordable, pots and pans if you know the basics about the products available.
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Grocery Shopping Tips to Save You Money and TimeHere are some simple steps you can take to save time and money on groceries.
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How to Make the Family Meal in 30 MinutesYour family can have a home-cooked meal in no time at all if you follow these tips.
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The Science Behind Menu PlanningHere are the basics of planning a delicious and nutritious meal for any occasion.
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Herbs and Their SubstitutesA helpful overview of the most commonly used herbs in cooking, their tastes and substitutes.
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Baking a (Better) CheesecakeWhether you're an experienced cheesecake baker or this is your first cheesecake, these handy tips will help you in making a great cheesecake!
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Designing Your Own Diet PlanThe reason most diets fail is that they are based on drastic changes which are unrealistic for your lifestyle. The most effective diet method involves making manageable changes that you can make permanently.
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Tips for Cutting Calories Out of Your Life for GoodCutting back on calories is the bottom line when it comes to losing weight. Doing so may be simpler than you think.
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Making Pregnancy Comfortable at WorkWorking during pregnancy can be uncomfortable, but there are a number of steps you can take to decrease any discomfort and stress.
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Boy or Girl? IntelliGender Gender Prediction Kit Can Tell You... MaybeA new over-the-counter product for expecting families is the IntelliGender test, which predicts your baby's gender at as little as 10 weeks gestation. The test worked for me, but will it work for everyone?
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Get Real About Working from HomeIf you want a work-at-home job, make sure you understand exactly what to expect before taking the plunge.
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Spotting is Not Always a Bad Sign in PregnancyIf you have spotting in your pregnancy, don't despair. Spotting is not always a sign of miscarriage.
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Keeping Breasts Perky After PregnancyYou can keep your breasts looking great even after pregnancy with these simple tips.
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The Truth About the Mary Kay OpportunityBefore you sign up to become a Beauty Consultant with Mary Kay, here are some truths to consider.
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My Favorite Mineral Foundation: ULTA Minerals Pressed Powder FoundationI have tried several different brands of mineral foundation, and nothing compares to ULTA's Mineral Pressed Powder Foundation.
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Review of Garnier Nutri-Pure Microbead Cream ScrubGarnier's microbead cream scrub thoroughly cleans and exfoliates without overdrying.
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A Review of the Spine-Worx Realignment DeviceThis realignment device is said to use the body's weight to realign spinal position. Can this simple device be so useful that it could actually replace your chiropractor?
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Legal Protections for Pregnant WomenThe rights of pregnant women under federal and state law exist, but they are very limited.
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Pregnancy Care Without InsuranceIf you are pregnant and don't have insurance, you can still get affordable medical care.
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Easy Things You Can Do to Decorate a CheesecakeEven if you're not an expert decorator, you can still create a sophisticated cheesecake.
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Choosing and Preparing Appetizers for Your Dinner PartyHere are some tips for choosing and preparing appetizers for your next party or gathering.
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Adapting Traditional Recipes for Your Convection OvenRecipes written for traditional ovens may need to be adjusted slightly when you are using a convection oven.
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The Beginner's Guide to the Rh Factor in PregnancyIf you are pregnant and wondering what Rh incompatibility means, here is a layman's guide with explanations.
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Choosing High-Quality Cooking KnivesTo select a good cooking knife, you should look for one that is balanced and feels comfortable in your own hand. When you are shopping for knives, see if the store has a sample set out, and pick up the knife to see how it feels.
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Your Past and Why It's Important to Your Prenatal Care ProviderGot a few skeletons in your closet? Your prenatal health care provider may ask about them, and if he or she does, it's important that you bring them out in the open.
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The Top-Secret, Magic Trick to Getting Pregnant QuicklyThere is no magic trick to getting pregnant. There is no one symptom that will tell you you're definitely pregnant. And there is no way to force pregnancy, try as you might.
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Protect Your Head with a Bike HelmetBicycle accidents kill 900 people each year and send about 567,000 result in injuries, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. The CPSC has also stated that wearing a bike helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85%.
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An Introduction to Gary Fisher Mountain BikesThe Gary Fisher Mountain Bike company was founded by Gary Fisher in 1979. Gary Fisher started his career in bike design when he raced a modified cruiser down Mount Tam in California.
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Trek Mountain Bike CompanyTrek Mountain Bike Company is known throughout the world for its high-quality bikes and cutting edge technology. Although Trek is currently one of the most famous mountain bike companies in the world, the company was not always so well-known.
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Four-Woman Track Team Avoids Public Mockery Through Lame ExcusesA four-member track team used a new excuse for its pathetic size last Friday when its spokesman made the statement, "We know we're not big in number, but that's because our team is very selective."
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Whey Protein: A Pure, Natural Protein from Cow MilkWhey protein is a pure, natural protein which comes from cow's milk. It is rich source of essential amino acids needed by the body. The components of whey protein have important disease-fight effects and are easily digestible.
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Holiday Light Displays in MilwaukeeIf you love holiday light displays, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has a lot to offer you. There are many locations that offer beautiful holiday light displays this holiday season. The following are some of the top displays that Milwaukee has to offer.
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Blackberry 8320 Curve Titanium MyFaves Phone ReviewThe Blackberry 8320 Curve Titanium MyFaves Phone is available through T-Mobile. It offers simultaneous use of Wi-Fi and mobile calling, allowing the user to transition between Wi-Fi calling and T-Mobile's wireless network while in a call. -
Review: Motorola H700 Bluetooth HeadsetThe H700's flip-to-connect design allows users to connect to incoming calls by simply flipping down the microphone. A user can easily disconnect a call by simply flipping the microphone up. -
Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth Headset ReviewThe Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth Headset features a single button for beginning and ending calls, redialing numbers and voice-activated dialing.
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SanDisk E280 8GB MP3 Player ReviewThe SanDisk e280 MP3 Player offers high quality for an affordable price. The SanDisk e280 is the first 8GB Flash MP3 player and offers the largest capacity in the market. -
The CamelBak Lobo ReviewThe CamelBak Lobo offers convenience and high-quality to mountain biking enthusiasts. -
Resources for California Wildfire VictimsWith wildfires raging in California, many people are searching the internet and phone directories for resources and information. Below are some helpful resources relating to the wildfires in California.
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Avoid Being the Late-Night Bar Joke: From Singing to Dancing to FlashingAfter a late night out, it's easy to become the joke of the bar. Here are some tips to avoid becoming the late-night bar joke.
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Dancing with the Stars' Remaining ContestantsSeven contestants remain on ABC's hit show Dancing with the Stars, but few people know all of the contestants well. Here, I provide a brief biography of the seven remaining dancers.
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Does Fertility Increase After Miscarriage? An AnalysisThere is some truth to the fact that a woman may experience increased fertility following a miscarriage.
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This Choose Your Own Adventure Novel is Going to Win the PulitzerThis book is better than any Faulkner, Milton or Dante. Heck, it's even better than R.L. Stine, and he was a literary genius! -
Christmas-Shopping Tips to Avoid CrowdsThe Christmas-shopping season is always busy, and for those with busy schedules, Christmas shopping can be a huge hassle. Here are some tips for those who want to avoid the rush during the Christmas season.
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The Truth About Ovulex: Pros and Cons of the Fertility SupplementOvulex is not sold in stores, but it is available online at www.ovulex.com. Ovulex claims to combine knowledge, technology, nutrition and diet supplementation to help you conceive. -
Coping When an Online Predator Victimizes Your ChildAs a parent, it can be very distressing to learn that your child has been victimized by an Internet predator. If you have learned that your child has been the victim of an Internet predator, here are some things you can do to cope with the situation.
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Boy Loves Peanut Butter Sandwich so Much He Marries It"I told Tommy if you love your sandwich so much, why don't you marry it?" said classmate Tony Jones. No one laughed at Tony's joke, since this joke was already outdated in 1992, but after some serious thought, Johnson decided to take the plunge and marry the sandwich.
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I Take Comfort in Knowing My Ex is Still a Complete DouchebagWhenever I get down and feel like my life is pathetic and hopeless, I just take a quick look at his myspace page, and I feel better.
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Cops: Hanes Underwear EditionThe producers of the television show Cops and Hanes have partnered to make a special Hanes edition of Cops.
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Job Advice for Law Clerks: Respect the Legal SecretaryLaw clerks have learned how to do legal research and writing in law school, but there are many practical tasks of law clerks that law school does not teach. The only place I could turn for help was my firm's legal secretaries.
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Gay Marriage: Coming Soon to Iowa?On August 30, Judge Robert Hanson issued an order in the Iowa District Court for Polk County which declared a state law banning gay marriage unconstitutional. Since then, Iowa has been engulfed in a fire storm of debate over gay marriage. -
Law School Letters of Recommendation: Potential SourcesIf you're a junior or senior in college with no sources for letters of recommendation, you're just like me. But don't worry, I got in, and so can you. -
Michael Vick to Fight in Human-Fighting RingIn an unconventional decision, Falcons coach Bobby Petrino decided that in addition to suspending Michael Vick from the team for one season, Vick will be forced to fight other football players in a cage fight. -
National Enquirer Sues Tabloid for DefamationThe National Enquirer has filed suit against Gossip Times magazine after an article was printed alleging that The National Enquirer engaged in hiring alien vampires on a large-scale basis. -
911 Operator Puts Caller on Hold for 3 Hours"When she asked me if she could place me on hold, I really didn't know what to say," said Ryan, "I mean...it's 911. Why the heck would you place someone on hold?" -
Local Real Estate Mogul Not, in Fact, Next CasanovaRumors of Carson's lack of sex appeal have been circulating for years, with many critics wondering how he ever got married at all, let alone to very attractive women, including his latest model-turned-housewife, Portia. -
9 Myths about the First Year of Law School for 1L'sI never truly knew fear until I had been accepted to law school. The summer before I started law school, I was more scared than I had ever been in my entire life. So I tried to learn everything about the thing that scared me (in this case, law school). -
You CAN Pick Your Nose! A Plastic Surgery BlueprintAfter saving up money for the last ten years or so, (and then robbing a bank and holding up a small liquor store), I'm finally ready to visit the surgeon. -
Clarinet Hero: The Next, Less Anticipated Installment in the Guitar Hero FranchiseIt's hard for me to even pretend that I'm a god of the guitar. So I'm ready to pitch a game which will be made for all the former and current (and even future) band geeks out there. Clarinet Hero. -
10 Ways to Fix Deodorant Marks and StainsI look down, and sigh, because I see them. The white streaks of doom. Deodorant marks on my shirt. Again. -
Foods I'd like to See Deep-FriedSummer's here, and it's time for the fair. State fairs, county fairs, any of these can offer some good clean fun. And some greasy, calorie-packed, yet curiously delicious foods. -
Why Pay to Smoke when Second-Hand Smoke is Free?Don't get me wrong. Smoking is delicious. But it's so expensive.