Julie Wenzel
Julie is currently living in Minnesota working on her novel. She writes mainly fantasy and science fiction. Her other interests are video games, health, cooking, cake design, pets, real estate, graphic design and technology.
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Final Fantasy XIII-2 First ImpressionsFinishing up the playable demo of Final Fantasy XIII, I must say that I am very impressed. And to be honest, I was a bit of a skeptic on whether or not this game was going to be worth my time. Here are my first impressions, based on the playable demo.
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Why You Should Wait to Go to CollegeWhy you should consider waiting for college. For some, giving it an extra few months to a couple of years may be a good idea. Everyone is different, so if you have any hesitation or doubts, here are a couple of things to consider.
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Final Fantasy XIV Launch ReviewDespite all the anticipation of all the Final Fantasy and MMO fans, Final Fantasy XIV has many worried if all of the game's problems will be fixed before it is too late. At the same time, this game has some enticing features that may appeal to many. -
Be Thankful for Your Mommy on Mother's Day - a Cat's Point of ViewKenji never knew his cat mother. He was hand-raised with the rest of his litter mates. Though it doesn't seem like a bad thing, Kenji has gone through life affected by not having his cat mother in his life. This is his story, in first person. -
Gamer Review - Final Fantasy XIIIAre you afraid of what you have been hearing about Final Fantasy XIII? Here is a review after I have played the game from start to finish (excluding side missions)
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Tips to Better CosplayingSo you decided to purchase or buy a cosplay costume for a convention? Here are some tips to help be on your way to the best cosplayer you can be. -
Gunnar Optiks Eyewear - Product ReviewDo you work at your computer for hours every day? Do you have migraines or experience eye strain? If so, Gunnar Optiks may be for you. -
Comfort Zone Diffuser with Feliway Plug-In - Product ReviewComfort Zone is made to help calm stressed out cats and end urine markings and scratching. Stressful situations can be soothed with Comfort Zone. Here is a review of my personal experience with the product.
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The Bare Minimum to Selling Your Home FasterNeed to move out but are on a budget and can't remodel. Here are a few tips to getting your home sold for little to no cost.
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Writing - Fantasy Novel BasicsSo you have an idea for an epic fantasy adventure? Here are some things to consider when adding detail to your novel and to jump-start some ideas.
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Make College Worth ItEverybody's college experience is different. But it's important to remember why you are there and to have a level of focus. If you end up slipping, you may look back thousands of dollars in debt and come out with nothing in the end.
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His Only True Love: The Video GameAre you a gamer? So am I! But for some, gaming can be an addiction and in turn be destructive towards their life and those around them.
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How to Optimize Your Video Game and Console Sales OnlineIt's possible to make a decent profit or return on your used video games and consoles. Here are a few tips to help any new sellers. -
Dealing with an Over Stimulated and Timid CatThere are a large percentage of timid cats and cats that get over stimulated. But listen to your cat by watching patterns and making them feel safe and comfortable and you can have a great pet. -
A Pet Adoption Success Story: 1 Year LaterI wasn't sure about adopting another cat since the cat I all ready had seemed anti-social and hated other animals. However, I felt like he needed an animal friends, a friendship a human can't give, so I gave it a chance. -
Pregnancy Symptoms that Could Be Caused from Something ElseSo you're getting the pregnancy symptoms and you're starting to worry. Well here is a list of pregnancy symptoms and what the other causes to these symptoms are.
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Noodles and Sauce: Mix and Match IngredientsNoodles. They can be a cheap and easy way to feed either yourself or an army sized family. There are all sorts of recipes for different pasta dishes. Here is a nice ingredient list to help you mix and match some noodles and sauce dinners!
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Thinking Green? How About Thinking WiredLuxury homes in LA are created to not only have extreme comfort, but to be environmentally friendly.
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Personal Branding - How to Make Your Own LabelWe all know of name brand jeans or over the counter products, but what about our own personal brand?
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Spore: Now Coming to MacsSpore, releasing in 2008 is no longer just coming out for PCs, but also Macs.
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MacBook Air: Is the Price Worth It?Is the new MacBook Air a breath of fresh air, or a stuffy little piece of equipment? Is it really worth the $1799 price tag?
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Minnesota Twin Cities Suburb Summer Travel GuideSo you are traveling perhaps to the Twin Cities area, but prefer to hang out in the suburbs. This is a guide to help you with some ideas of where to go. This guide is broken down by city.
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Things We Can Learn from Celebrities...Some of us may want the life style of a celebrity and take their example. Other celebrities are not so good to take example from, but we can still learn from them.
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Jobs After College... Why It's Good to Think Outside the BoxSo you graduated from a 4 year college with a nice degree. Congratulations! Now for the full time job to pay off those loans. Don't get caught up thinking you're too qualified for every job. Here's some helpful tips on getting your search started.
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Why Raiding is Bad for YouOf the many types of games out there, and ways to play a game, above all raiding can be the worst thing for your health and social life if not taken in moderation.
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Beginners Tips for Building Your Web SiteYou may be making your site for your existing business, or it may be the business in itself. Here are a few beginning tips to getting your site off on the right foot.
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Additional Tips for CollegeThere are always tips on surviving college. But here are some tips worth mentioning that are not always talked about, and some that are.
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Merging Guilds - What to Look Out ForMerging guilds can be both a good and bad thing. But if done correctly, it can be a nice way to relieve some stress and bring fun back into the game.
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Coping with Night ShiftsMany of you have done it. Many hope to never do it, and some enjoy it. Working the graveyard shift can be difficult, but there are ways to make it easier on yourself.
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Alternatives to Traditional House PhoneOver the years, there have been alternatives to the traditional house phone. Learn what some of them are.
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Should Linking Be Illegal?There are some sites out there that host copyrighted content. There are other sites out there that merely only link to them. Do you think linking should be illegal?
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Returning to an MMORPG: Should You Do It?I spent 2 years away from an MMORPG and I found myself not having that same feeling for it I did before.
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The Rice Diet: It's More Than Just RiceThere are so many diets out there. Some people jump from diet to diet in order to try to lose weight. But have you tried the rice diet yet?
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Bait and Switch in Retail: What is It?When you see an advertisement in the paper whether it's a regular weekend or holiday season, you may become a victim of bait and switch. Learn what it is and how to avoid it.
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Stop Wearing Hideous Pajamas to ClassThere are cute pajamas out there, and then there's just bad pajamas. I have seen far too many college students not only go to class in their pajamas, but really terrible looking ones too.
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Mash - Yet Another Online Social Network is BornThere are all kinds of social networks out there competing online, but they're not done yet. A new social network called Mash, by Yahoo has come out of the woodworks to perhaps become one of the new top dog.
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My College Goes Smoke FreeMy college isn't the first to go smoke free, but it finally has become one of the smoke-free colleges. Has it been a good thing, or a bad thing?
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Starbucks Coffee is Supporting Our TroopsI received an e-mail this week about how Starbucks did not support our troops. I almost believed this false rumor until I actually went into Starbucks and saw how it was not true.
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Speech Anxiety - Coping with Talking in Front of Large GroupsIt can be quite frightening to have to talk in front of large groups. Here are some methods I have learned on how to cope with this anxiety.
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Bad Performance - What Went Wrong at the VMA?For the 2007 VMA, Britney Spears performed. Many people feel like the performance was horrible. This is what I think what went wrong and what could've been done better. (This is also something other performers can look at when judging their own performances.)
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A New Fuel for Cars?I am always interested in hearing about new methods of forming energy to run cars. I am tired of the gas prices overall. A new discovery was made by John Kanzius that with radio frequencies, salt water would burn. -
The Beauty Behind Pale Skin (For Those Who Do Not Tan)Have you ever been teased for having pale skin? You ever see people around you getting tans every week? Well I have, but I don't think there is anything wrong with having pale skin. In fact, I think it is quite beautiful too. -
Lifecasters - What Are They?Ever hear of the term Lifecaster or Lifecasting? People have webcams watching them 24/7 that they broadcast to viewers on the internet. Not only that, there are chat rooms set up for people to interact about the Lifecaster, or interact with them.
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You Don't Have to Pay Monthly for Every Online GameSome people may be turned off by online games because the monthly fee. These fees can be around $12 - $15 per month. But there are some online games out there, that are high quality that are free. Here's a look at how they do it, and a list of a few you can look for.
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Death Mask - Would You Want One?Sometimes when people die, their facial expression was recorded by a wax or plaster cast. Here's a look at what these are all about.
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A Look at the Colosseum of Rome, ItalyEver visit Rome, Italy? It is full of a lot of fascinating history, and still has many of the old structures standing today such as the Colosseum that held gladiator fights and hunts. -
How to Make Money on World of WarcraftAre you trying to get an epic flying mount? Or maybe you just like having lots of gold to throw around. Here are some tips on making and saving money in World of Warcraft.
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The Many Problems of Getting a Pet You Can't Take Care of or AffordYou may love cats, dogs, rabbits, ect. You probably will take very good care of one too, but is having one right for you at this time in your life? -
Choosing a Heart Valve that is Right for YouIt may come to that time in your life where you need to get your heart valve replaced. Which one is better? Which one fits you the best?
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A Look at "Washlet" ToiletsYou know the routine. You use the bathroom, and hopefully use toilet paper. There's bad toilet paper, soft, quilt-like toilet paper, and then there's no toilet paper. Could you really go without it? -
Lead Poisoning - What is It?Ever wonder what lead poisoning is all about? Here is an overview on the facts and symptoms. -
What to Not Forget to Buy When Buying a ComputerWhen buying a new computer it can be hard to know what else you need to get. Here's a guide of a few things to consider buying along with your new computer.
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Online Etiquette Tips - Typing NiceA few tips on how to talk nice and be respectful to people online when talking through e-mail, chat, or messenger.
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There's Nothing Good on TV - What Else a Family Can Do?If you show your children other fun activities besides TV, it will be less of a struggle to get them off then to shut it off and force them to find something to do.
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Gamer Review - Final Fantasy IMany of you may have played the original Fantasy Fantasy game for the NES. I, however, only played it for the Playstation, the Origins Version. This review is based on playing it on the re-release on the Playstation.
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The Designer in You - Fun Craft Project to Spice Up Your Dorm RoomMoving into the dorms this year? Here are some tips on what you can focus on, when you are trying to be unique and crafty when you move in. -
8 Ways to Make Friends in CollegeSo you are a college transfer or perhaps new to college life. Here are some ideas of where to meet and make friends in college.
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Pros and Cons of DKP Vs Free Roll - World of WarcraftA lot of guilds during pre-BC exclusively used DKP. Now that Burning Crusade introduced the 10 and 25man raid, people question which is best for their guild.
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Few Simple Grammar Changes to Make All the DifferenceThere are all sorts of complex grammar rules to remember. However, without having a few basics you could come across as non-educated, or that you just don't care. Here are a few grammar tips to remember.
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Should Video Games Be Blamed for Violence in Children?Should gaming really be blamed for violence in today's society? The good and bad to gaming... -
Gamer Review - Legend of ManaThere are still a lot of great games out there people probably are missing out on because it is an older game. The Mana games are still kicking. One of my favorite games of all time is the Legend of Mana for the Playstation. -
Gamer Review - Kingdom HeartsKingdom Hearts, developed by Square Enix is a mix of Disney and Final Fantasy action RPG. It is rated E, and fun for every one. -
5 Fun Websites for Writers and DesignersHere are five fun websites for those that are interested in writing, graphic design, story telling, or photography.
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Should You Buy a Used Computer or Should You Buy Top of the Line?This really isn't an article breaking down these specs, but simply stating other things that should be considered: buying used or new and buying an okay computer or the best there is.
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5 Myths I Learned in CollegeAfter nearly almost graduating, I have learned that a lot of things that I heard about college was not true for every one. -
Back to School: Saving Money and Relieving a HeadacheAre you going through the crazy back to school days? Breathe.
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Dos and Don'ts for Creating Your Myspace Account ProfileHow to build and maintain your own Myspace profile based on how you wish it to function.
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Facts About Coca-ColaHere are some broken down facts about Coca-Cola, along with information about their advertising campaigns. -
Helping You Become a Better RaiderSo you want to raid, huh? Here are a few beginner tips on raiding and things you need to have prepared no matter what class you are.
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Leaving Your Cat for a Few DaysThings come up in life, and you cant always bring your cat with. Here are a few tips on what to do when you have to leave your cat for a little while. -
Getting into the Video Game Designing IndustryHere are a few steps to getting your foot in the door in the video game industry.
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Fame and MoneyIt seems like nowadays if you have the fame and money, you can do absolutely anything you want, even if you don't have talent. This is my opinion.
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6 Simple Tips to a Welcoming BathroomWhen having guests over, or even just living with yourself, having a nice bathroom is important. You don't have to spend a lot of money, or really any at all to keep your bathroom a welcoming place. -
Could Some Computer Features Hinder You from Learning?Have you ever typed something before into a word processor and it automatically fixed the spelling for you?
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Expenses I Had and Cut During CollegeLearning how to save money is just a learning experience. Here are some steps of a few ways on saving money I had during college, and things I learned not to have. -
The Importance of not Taking a Kitten Home Before it's ReadyNot all cats are going to be mellow, cuddly, bird watchers that sleep so much you hardly notice them. Some cats, even ones that have been indoors all their life, could be as crazy as the wild cat in your neighborhood. -
Having Your Family Prepared for a ThunderstormYou can't beat nature, but at least you can prepare and protect yourself. Here are a few things you should keep handy in case of a thunderstorm.
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Things Anime Can Do WithoutI love anime, but here are just a few things I think anime can do without.
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Leaving Your World of Warcraft GuildAs your goals change in World of Warcraft, so may you guild. This is just a little guide in helping you make that move. For some people, it is hard for them to leave a guild that they are unhappy in: just like relationships. -
MMORPG Expansion Packs - Should you Love or Hate Them?For some online games, a new expansion pack comes out every year and increases character level cap, adds new races, classes, professions, land and monsters. Is this always a good thing, or a bad? -
Pros and Cons of Online Courses vs. a Traditional ClassroomSo now you're in college, should you be taking online classes or traditional classes?
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Phrases to Avoid Saying to the Person You Love: Because I See You More...People don't always say what they mean, or mean what they say. Here is a particular phrase I think people can do without.
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Remembering KindergartenNo matter how long ago school was for you, I am sure you have some memories of it. Here is what I remember of my first year of school. -
Fast Tips for Keeping a Guild TogetherYour guild is falling apart! What are some fast things to remember.
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Rejected LoveThis is just a short poem about a mother who has manipulated and controlled her son all of her life due to her bitterness of a teenage pregnancy that never went away. So sad.
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Apartment Search Checklist - What to Consider When Viewing ApartmentsHere are a few things I learned from my own apartment searches.
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The Internet 10 Years Ago - RememberedHere are just a list of things on what I remember about the internet 10 years ago when I first logged in. -
Short Furry Friends - Cats With a PersonalityThe personality and routine of my cat Kenji has shown me that cats are more than just creatures that perch on your window. -
Beginner's Guild to Starting a Guild: World of WarcraftI have been in a total of 4 other guilds, and none of them were quite what I was looking for. I decided to start another guild with a few buddies of mine. -
The Internet: A Love-Hate Relationship and How it Can Help or Hurt YoursThere are countless websites. Some are as simple as creating a few search words for your pictures all the way to finding a discrete sexual encounter with someone else.
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A College Student's Guide to Saving Money on Food and Still Eating GoodAfter 4 years of college, here are some tips I have for saving money on food without having to buy only the traditional Ramen noodles.
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Gender Roles Learned from Childhood ToysChildren learn their gender roles at a very young age, and sometimes will learn these roles based on what kind of toys they play with.
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The Magic Beyond Harry PotterI think there is more to Harry Potter than just wizards and spells.