Lisa Marie Ackerly
I am a poetry-lover, psychology fanatic, and overall writer who has delved into the freelance/creative writing scene with something to say. Even though I have experience in writing news stories, business profiles, essays, interviews, and reviews, I find my voice to be at its strongest in my editorial and opinion pieces. Being that I also have a background in Education, I am very interested in all updates within the field, especially involving those who have learning difficulties/disabilities. I read incessantly, and write almost as much. I love hearing new writing prompts or ideas, so feel free to suggest some to me. MORE TO COME....
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Bachelor s Degree in EnglishMotto
Write every day.
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Job FairI came across an ad for a local job fair, and wrote this found poem from its words. -
Converging with Diversity: Piotr's New Release, "AGORA Regathered"In an interview with Piotr, he talks of overstepping cultural boundaries, and uniting diversity into "a single point," all of which are found in, "AGORA Regathered," his new remix of album "AGORA." Collaborators include: Scanner, Steinbrüchel, and others.
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Pizza as a Vegetable: New Law ExaminedOfficially, as of last week, pizza is, now, a vegetable because of its tomato paste ingredients. Despite Congress' opinion-made-law, pizza is not a vegetable. And here are the reasons why... -
(untitled Found Poem)This is a found poem I composed from 5 unrelated sources. -
A Season FermentingA haiku of August. -
Sound Shaped at Derek Piotr's Hands: Entering the AGORALocal Sound Composer Derek Piotr releases his second solo record of electronic sound-art, AGORA, inviting an honest ear. -
"You're Full of It!?": Senate Passes Secret Connecticut Gas Tax Increase at 3amWhile most people were sleeping at 3am on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, The Senate passed the largest tax hike in the history of Connecticut, which will raise gas prices almost 12% from the present $4.10 per gallon price. And there's more -- .
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Forgive MeA poem for my mother, as I age. -
Heaven and Hell: A 1939 Film Portrayal of Emily Bronte's 'Wuthering Heights'In the1939 film 'Wuthering Heights,' Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon assimilate heaven and hell through their careful characterizations of Heathcliff and Catherine, which are finely tuned with director William Wyler's motifs and thematic visuals. -
Memory of Easter with GrandmaThe last holiday I spent with my grandmother before she passed was Easter of 2009.
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True Story: Red Bull and Cigarettes Got Me Through CollegeTo get through the trying process of reading, studying, and writing essays in college, I took some what-I-thought-couldn't-really-hurt measures. But, there's a lot I regret about the damage I have done to my body. -
Using Facebook and Twitter as Effective Learning ToolsFacebook and Twitter are the most commonly used types of social media among teens, but can they be used as effective learning tools without the additional dangers of cyberbullying?
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The Government Plans to Open New Research Center Promising New Medicines and CuresThe government plans to open a billion-dollar research center in October, claiming that drug companies have not done much to develop any new medications over the past 15 years. But, how will this affect the taxpayer?
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How Social Commerce Can Help Small BusinessesMany small businesses are now using social media platforms like facebook to promote their products and services. The latest craze of group couponing offers incentives to both buyers and sellers.
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Single Mom Sentenced as Felon for Enrolling Daughters in Better School: Judge Sets ExampleSingle Mom Kelley Williams-Bolar spent ten days in jail for sending her children to the wrong school. The story of her quest to seek-out the best education for her daughters went viral. But, is she really a felon?
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Ted Williams Says "Don't Give Up on Me, America:" Behind His Struggles and FameWho is Ted Williams? How does the public light influence an already struggling man? Since the discovery of golden-voiced Williams, the world awaits the latest update. But what would really help Williams' recovery?
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Genetic Testing for Depression Causes Risks to Overall HealthGenetic tests are used for highlighting one's possibility of developing a particular illness, but there many things people don't know about what may happen to their results and to them.
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More Than Just a Piano Girl: Tori Amos Embodies the Flame in "Boys for Pele"For twenty years, Tori Amos has been inspiring and entertaining people across the world. After being exposed to Amos' "Boys for Pele," I was hooked. Here is a look at the metaphor behind this concept album and how it relates to you. -
New Year's Resolutions: The Promises ExploitedResolutions are made every year, but how many are kept? What exactly is a resolution anyway? This artlicle is meant to explore resolutions and what they mean.
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The Tropical Versus Sidereal Zodiac: The Reality of Your Sun SignMany people are shocked by the recent discovery of a long lost astrological sign, but does this addition make sense? What other information has been put under the rug? -
Conspiracy Theory Connecting Palin to Shooter Jared Loughner Holds No WaterThe tragedy of the Tucson shootings has caused much grief. Unfortunately, some media voices are pointing fingers unjustly. After much research, I have come to my own conclusions about the validity of such accusations.
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Coping with the World: Facts and Tips for Handling StressIn a fast-paced society, stress is undeniable. Many people do not know the effects of stress nor how to cope with it. Stress-related questions answered. -
The Found Poem: Poetry from an Ambiguous SourceWriter's Block? Look around. The world contains a vast amount of poetry. With inspiration and persperation you can create Found Poetry. What is a Found Poem? How do you create one?
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His Golden Voice Saved His Life: The Tale of Former Homeless Man Ted WilliamsTed Williams, homeless and struggling, shares his golden voice with the world. How his deeply soothing vocals changed his life in just a few days.
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As Tall as Lions: Underground Geniuses on LoveThe world of music rarely explores underground geniuses like As Tall As Lions. By choosing love their most popular topic, the band exemplifies the progression of love and love's woes.
