Michael T. NIckerson
I am a freelance writer from Maine who is beginning a new career in writing after years of working at a non profit organization for troubled youth and children with autism. I have experienced a spectrum of career opportunities in my thirteen years working for the same organization; direct care worker, member of middle management, overnight shifts as well as evening and days, and now a maintenance worker responsible for everything from putting in light bulbs to constructing a thousand square foot industrial arts building.
In my mid-thirties, it is time to begin a new phase of my life, to use my experience, my knowledge, (and my English degree), for more than the daily newspaper crossword puzzle. Writing has been a passion for my entire life, but it has thus far been a private passion. It is time now to join the public dialogue.
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In my mid-thirties, it is time to begin a new phase of my life, to use my experience, my knowledge, (and my English degree), for more than the daily newspaper crossword puzzle. Writing has been a passion for my entire life, but it has thus far been a private passion. It is time now to join the public dialogue.
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Three Tips for Borders BookstoresBorders has filed chapter 11 and rather than viewing this a setback, the company needs to embrace the inevitable changes in the book industry. Three possible tips to how this can be done are offered.
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Sylvia's Cafe: The Best of Ellsworth, MaineFor great, honest and unpretentious food, Sylvia's Cafe in Ellsworth, Maine is the best choice for hungry diners. As a popular local eatery, it important to remember that getting a table is not guaranteed and waiting is often necessary.
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Book Sale at Ellsworth, Maine LibraryThere are still book sales in your local towns and communities and for some people, the lure of bargain prices or just the love of a physical book to hold and own, outweigh the appeal of book readers like the Kindle.
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Acadia National Park RedemptionA man finds out how to deal with his past by returning to the place of his greatest happiness. He rises from darkness to a place where he can face the truth of what really matters to him. -
Bar Harbor, Maine's Acadia National ParkMaine features options for runners and though difficult to choose a single favorite, the 6.1 mile Eagle Lake Loop located in Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island offers spectacular views over the length of the entire trail.
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The Right Shovel for the JobWhen shopping for a snow moving tool this winter, make certain that you take the time to give your potential new shovel an aisle test. The fit and feel of a shovel makes a difference in the comfort and effectiveness of winter snow removal.
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Migraine Treatment SolutionsThose who are fortunate and have both a primary care physician and insurance, should avoid stressed emergency rooms. Migraines managed better with personalized care.