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<title>Confronting Prejudice in the Workplace</title>
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<description><![CDATA[I'm not a confrontational person. In fact, I go out of my way to avoid confrontation. But sometimes it's necessary, because if you stand back and say nothing, it's as good as agreeing. As employees, we are all responsible for maintaining a positive and professional work environment; one that is free of racism and intolerant of hatred against others.]]></description>
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<title>Dating in the 21st Century</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2007 16:38:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Dating in the 21st century is much different than dating was in the previous century. There are many ways to meet people, but with our busy schedules, finding the time to meet your soul mate can be difficult. Dating has evolved over the past few decades to accommodate our fast-paced, high-energy, lifestyles. Some of the more innovative dating methods used today include online and speed dating. Both reduce the amount of time needed to devote to dating, which is key in today's society.]]></description>
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<title>Love Throughout The Ages</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2007 09:45:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With Valentines Day right around the corner, I've been thinking a lot about love and romance. Love was probably first expressed by the caveman, although I'm sure he didn't express it with flowers and candy. The caveman probably gave his girlfriend a huge slab of meat to show his love for her. I'm sure she appreciated it too, because that would have meant more to her than a handful of colorful weeds!]]></description>
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<title>Writing Romantic Connections</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:38:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I've met quite a few people who fall in and out of love rather quickly. They meet someone at a party and it's love at first sight. The romance blossoms and dies practically overnight and they mourn what could have been. Then they move on to the next target in their frantic search to find "the one." So how do you, as a writer, make sure that your fictional characters don't fall into this trap? ]]></description>
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<title>Finding Humor in Everything</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2007 13:04:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Humor can come from unexpected sources. I work in the medical field and while you might not think that would be a hotbed of comedic material, it truly can be. Health care workers and patients alike are surrounded by illness and death and need the natural outlet and stress relief provided by laughter. ]]></description>
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<title>Quick Tips to Avoid Losing a Reader</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2007 12:55:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The length of the short story, typically limited to less than 20,000 words, requires that the author get into the meat of the tale quickly and cover a lot of ground in relatively few words. The goal is to capture your audience's attention and not lose it until after the last word is read. Many writers, even experienced authors, struggle to meet this goal. There is no surefire way to avoid losing the reader, but there are some pitfalls writers should avoid.]]></description>
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<title>Write What You Know With a Twist</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2007 12:04:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I've long been a critic of writer's limiting themselves to what they know. How boring would it be to never think outside the box? But this isn't necessarily the meaning of the old adage to stick with familiar topics. Writing about a topic you understand is a good idea. Writing strictly about what you know is a bad idea because it will probably bore you and your readers are sure to pick up on your boredom.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Abusive Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2006 12:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I often hear people scoff at women for staying in an abusive situation. They don't understand why anyone would stay. As a person who has been in that situation, I can shed some light on the reasons a woman may have for staying. ]]></description>
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<title>Eliminating Unecessary Words</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2006 17:55:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every writer has them, a mental list of things you notice in stories that drive you insane! On the top of my list is the superfluous use of the words had and that.]]></description>
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<title>Verb Choice: A Critical Writing Element</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Feb 2006 11:52:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Word choice is very important when writing any story, but verb choice is critical in conveying scene and characterization to the reader. Picking the wrong verb can completely change the image conveyed.]]></description>
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<title>Reduce Stress: Start Laughing</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Feb 2006 11:18:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According to a study conducted by the American Heart Association, the ability to laugh is a good indicator of heart health. There are so many funny things in the world, it's amazing we ever frown.]]></description>
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<title>Projecting Meaning In a Story</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Feb 2006 11:17:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you are writing a tale, ask yourself what you hope the reader will remember when he finishes. Have a clear idea of the story and the meaning you want to share with the reader before you start writing. ]]></description>
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<title>How Important is a Name?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2006 08:35:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Names can be the source of childhood trauma. Carefully consider your choice; this decision lasts a lifetime.]]></description>
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<title>Metaphoric Love</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2006 15:35:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In describing love, writers often use the tool of metaphor. A metaphor is a comparison of two unlike items to bring home the point to the reader.]]></description>
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<title>Keeping the Reader Interested</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2006 15:12:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Keeping a reader interested in your story is important. Beyond the basics of interesting characters and a reasonable plot, what can an author do to hold their attention? The key is tension.]]></description>
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<title>Creating Real Characters</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2006 09:22:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Writers use a number of techniques to get to know their characters. Two of these techniques are interviewing and exploring them through a character monologue. Developing your characters will strengthen your story and draw the reader into the tale.  ]]></description>
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<title>Integrating Attraction into Romance Stories</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2006 09:14:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are different types of attraction. Integrating these into your romance stories will make them stronger and more interesting. Use these to make sure the reader isn't left wondering what drew these characters together and what sustains the relationship. ]]></description>
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<title>Inspiration is Right in Front of You</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2006 09:34:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A lifetime of inspiration is available in nature, if only you open your eyes. Writers need to use what they have in front of them, whether it be a rural, urban, or even oceanside setting. A year in Hawaii provided enough material to hold off my writers block forever.]]></description>
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<title>Five Things to Consider Prior to Implementing a Telecommuting Policy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2005 14:29:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Telecommuting, or working from a location other than an official jobsite, is a great way to boost employee morale, save money on office space, and help reduce automotive emissions. While there are many positive outcomes of telecommuting, there are also pitfalls that must be avoided. Before implementing a telecommuting policy, there are several considerations every organization should consider.]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of Editing</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2005 11:31:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One lesson aspiring writers need to learn is the importance of editing. Editing your stories prior to posting is not only smart, it's courteous to your readers. Online writing communities are formed to help improve the craft of writing, not to be editors for lazy authors.]]></description>
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<title>Self Defense: Know It Before You Need It</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2005 14:47:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Being able to defend yourself in the case of a personal attack is important. I didn't think I needed to know self-defense because I lived and worked in a nice neighborhood. But last year I came home to find my door hanging off the hinges...]]></description>
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<title>Dating in the Online Arena</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2005 13:39:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is it possible to find love online? I didn't think so at one time, now I'm cautiously optimistic.]]></description>
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