The Thelma and Louise of the Writing World

I have this partner in crime. Not crime exactly, but almost. She is a dear friend who is also a writer. We put our heads together and come up all sorts of ideas to improve as writers and how to grow our freelance writing business. To read more, visit http://hubpages.com/hub/EmmaRileySuttonThelma-and-Louise-of-The-Writing-World
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Not Just Another Atlanta Braves Fan

Being an Atlanta Braves fan is a great privilege. Although, I do not consider myself to be, simply, a fan. I call myself an "Atlanta Braves Connoisseur." A connoisseur is defined as "a person with expert understanding of artistic and similar subjects." When "my boys" are playing, it is art to me. Art that takes my breath away...To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/950316-mlb-what-its-like-to-be-a-atlanta-braves-fan

The History of Bastille Day

France celebrates Bastille Day to remember the beginning of the end of King Louis XVI reign of absolute power and tyranny. Much like the American celebration the Fourth of July, France celebrates July 14th to remember the start of the French Revolution in 1789...To read more visit, http://www.helium.com/items/1096852-louis-xvi-knights-templar-bloodbath-monarchy-revolution-paris-prison-surrender

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Reasons To Home School

The decision to home school our daughter was made long before she was born. We decided to home school her because we love her and want the best for her. When searching for the best possible education, there is no place like our home. Public school is no place for children and many private schools in our area have turned into reform schools. We wanted more control over what she was taught and the pace in which it was taught. We wanted to be able to instill our values and convictions in her before society tried to indoctrinate her into an apathetic crowd follower. ..To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/1043378-good-reasons-for-homeschooling-your-children

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The Abortion Debate

The abortion debate has going for too many years to count. It will continue, no matter how laws are changed, until the end of time. Women do not have the right to choose an abortion. The reasons for this are as many as the years this topic has been debated and will continue to be debated...To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/1011704-no

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Places to Go on The Fourth of July

Tired of the backyard barbeques and fireworks display in the middle of your street? There are many options for you to consider as you head out across America to celebrate her birthday and the freedom you enjoy. Just about any place you decide to go will be having some sort of celebration. All you have to do is pick which celebration you want to be a part of this year. Here are a few suggestions that might help you decide:...To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/1095434-cooperstown-goat-roping-races-gin-rummy-potato-sack-races-contest-auctions-fun

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The Jungle

Our living room transforms
no longer the same. Couch is an
elephant draperies become
some vines. Pretend
game with little
girl and her Momma
overtakes the happy home. The dog is the
giraffe and the cat now a tiger. We
play for hours not
stopping to check our
clock. Lamps are trees
looming overhead
our chairs are now zebras monkeys and
hippos. Laughter rings
all around as we
are stalked by wild hunters
on four legs. Sheets
from the bed our
tent as hide from all
the wildlife. Daddy
comes home much surprised
we call out to him
"Welcome to the jungle."

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Remembering My Grandparents

As a college student, it seemed I had a lot of car problems. I was constantly searching the want ads for another car and towing my old one to the salvage yard. My grandparents, especially my grandfather, loved it when I would get a new car. Well, any car that was new to me. I would always drive to their home and show it off to them. My grandmother look at the paint job and the interior, making sure it was clean. She always had a little comment to make, usually something to the effect of "keep the floorboards clean so the carpet won't wear out." I grandfather would conduct a thorough inspection and then say, "Let's see how it'll sound..." To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/949326-memoirs-grandparents

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Most Embarrassing Moments With Pets

They weren't lady-like tooties. They were almost as loud as the thunder that shook the mini-van. The smell. Oh, my goodness the smell. Five people, two cats and three dogs, one of which had an extreme case of what I call "scaredy tooties" were all trapped in this small van with a smell horrible that was indescribable...To read more, visit http://hubpages.com/hub/EmmaRileySutton_MostEmbarrassingMomentWithYourPet

Advice For College Graduates

My grandmother taught me how to drive. My father was too much of a bully to do it. My mother was too nervous and I didn't trust her driving. My grandfather had taught me just about everything else. So, my grandmother was given the honor of teaching me how to drive. She was funny and supportive. No matter what kind of mistakes I made, she had a way to gently correct me...To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/989790-best-advice-for-the-college-graduate

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Are Rape Surviors Responsible for the Attack?

As someone who volunteers at sexual assault centers and safe houses, I have many years experience dealing with rape survivors. Unfortunately, I have learned that some survivors behave irresponsibly. Despite their behavior, no still means no and they are not responsible for the actions of their attacker. They are, however, responsible for their own actions...To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/1065042-are-some-victims-of-rape-irresponsible

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Giving Birth Was Fun!

It was fun! Seriously, it was fun. I thought it would be long, hard work (it is called labor!) and it wasn't. I had seen the videos. I had even watched my sister-in-law go through labor. I was expecting hours and hours of torture, but it flew by with laughter and a lot of clapping...To read more, go to http://www.helium.com/items/948698-testimonies-positive-birth-stories

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Everyday Heroes

Heroes are those nameless, faceless people who go unnoticed and unrewarded. They don't always change the world or cure a disease. They live ordinary lives doing mundane things, except for that one moment when they reach inside themselves and touch a life. To read more, go to http://www.helium.com/items/948775-everyday-heroes-who-make-a-difference-in-our-lives

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Garage Sale Stripper

No one goes to garage sales like my mother. She is the perfect little boy scout - always prepared. Always prepared for anything. She wears her comfy shoes and brings an extra pair in case of muddy yards. She brings her maps, snacks, money, even items to trade or barter with. She has detailed notes she makes from the ads in the newspapers. She has her sunblock, sunglasses, and umbrella. If she thinks it might be useful, she brings it. She loads up the car and off she goes. As well prepared as she thinks she is, one particular Saturday of garage saling left her scarred for life. She now adds one additional it to her endless supplies...To read more, go to http://www.helium.com/items/946127-humor-garage-sales

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Keeping Up With Your House-Cleaning Check-List

Without my house-cleaning check-list, I am afraid nothing would get done. I would be overwhelmed on a daily basis by all the little things that had to be done to keep our home clean and tidy. After several attempts to keep up with the household cleaning chores, I finally found a check-list that works for my family. We are all thankful we now have a method that works for us. We now use several check-lists - a weekly check-list for the entire house and check-lists for each of the rooms of our home that list daily cleaning chores. We do not have a monthly check-list...To read more, go to http://www.helium.com/items/1038600-tips-for-keeping-a-house-cleaning-check-list

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Considerations Before Buying a Pet

You have decided that you are going to get a pet, a dog specifically. You know what type of dog you want; you have researched the breeds and picked the one you think is best for your household. You have already interviewed veterinarians, groomers, and kennels so you know where to take your dog to get the proper care it requires. You have contacted the local authorities to see if there are any bans on certain breeds in your area. You have researched the costs of having a dog and those costs are well within your budget. You have done all these things and many more. You have done your homework. You actually know what you are doing. There is only one thing left that you should consider before buying a dog - DO NOT BUY A DOG! Buying a dog is one of the worst things you could ever do. There are many reasons for this. Many, many reasons why buying a dog is a horrible idea. To read more, go to http://www.helium.com/items/1072221-attack-shelter-homework-abusive-money-breeding-prince-charles-pedigree-apples-buy-dying?page=3

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An Unusual Story about Slavery

Most of us have read the history books and have a general understand of slavery in America. Rather than quote or regurgitate what can be read in those books, I will tell the story of a woman who live in South Carolina during the time of slavery. I doubt anyone outside of my family has ever heard of her until now. Her story can only be retold by those who have read her diaries. I inherited those diaries from my grandfather. She was our aunt, too many great-greats to count back. They have been passed down in our family for years. Her name was Hannah Grace...To read more go to http://www.helium.com/items/995019-a-history-of-slavery-in-america

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Keeping Pets Healthy

The best way to keep your pets healthy is by a taking advantage of all the advancements in preventative veterinary medicine. This is the branch of veterinary medicine that specializes in preventing illness. That has a wonderful sound to it - preventing illnesses in our pets. What a relief to know that many of the ailments, disorders, and diseases can be stopped before they even develop. There are many ways preventative veterinary medicine can help our pets avoid illness as well as simple steps pet owners can take on their own to keeps their pets healthy...To read more, go to http://www.helium.com/items/1066686-keeping-pets-healthy.

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Are Wedding Planners Necessary?

Take it from a professional wedding coordinator, me, you need a wedding planner. Do you need to pay a professional wedding planner? Absolutely not. At the height of my career, I was doing anywhere from six to ten weddings per month. I worked with a staff of three - me, myself and I - and that was a lot of work. Crazy thing about that, two thirds of the couples who paid for my services, did not need me. Why didn't they need me? I only work part-time now, about twelve to thirty weddings per year, so I've got the time to explain... To read more, please go to http://www.helium.com/items/997582-do-you-need-a-wedding-planner

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My Odd Job In College

Odd jobs in college? I was a hooker when I was a student in college. At first, I was doing it for free, but I needed the money and this odd job was easy. I made money hand over fist for just a few minutes work. I wasn't a "traditional hooker" when I was a college student, though. That is the odd part. I wrote "hooks" for other college students who were having trouble writing essays for their classes. What is a "hook" and how was that an odd job for me to have as a college student? How did I make money with that odd job? Let me explain... To read more, visit http://www.helium.com/items/1068603-collge-hookers-professors-quick-and-easy-money-graduate-students-business-pr-fundraising

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