• Getting There..

    Hello everyone! I am new to YCN. I am no stranger to blogging as I have three other blogs, but this site is definitely a new one for me. I am excited to be on board and see where this boat is going to take me. Right now I am a stay-at-home mom that is chipping away at college classes here and there as finances allow, trying not to accumulate debt and also trying to get my associate's degree. So far so good. I have about 4 more classes to take and I will be done!
    My initial goal was to become a teacher. The longer time goes on the more I see that vision slipping away and something new emerging. It has been six months since I set out on my freelancing journey. So far I have only collected a few trophies and they have all been for things I didn't think would get published like my pictures in my college journal(HACC's Wildwood Journal). They actually accepted four of them which is truly amazing to me and now I'm published on the Yahoo Contributor Network(YCN). I've tried sending query

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  • Words to Strike from Your ResumeWords to Strike from Your ResumeIf you've applied for a job recently, you've probably looked over that 8½ x 11" summary of your career more times than you can count-and tweaked it just as often-in pursuit of the perfect resume.

    But before you add another bullet point, consider this: It's not always about what you add in-the best changes you can make may lie in what you take out.

    The average resume is chock-full of sorely outdated, essentially meaningless phrases that take up valuable space on the page. Eliminate them, and you'll come off as a better, more substantial candidate-and your resume won't smack of that same generic, mind-numbing quality found on everyone else's.

    Every word-yes, every word-on that page should be working hard to highlight your talents and skills. If it's not, it shouldn't be on there. So grab a red pen, and banish these words from your resume for good.

    Career Objective

    My first few resumes had a statement like this emblazoned top and center: "Career objective: To obtain a position as a Read More »from Final Cut: Words to Strike from Your Resume
  • IF I KNEW HOW to TELL YOU

    AND YOU COULD UNDERSTAND -- I WOULD TELL YOU WHO YOU ARE - YOU ARE PART OF A VERY SPECAIL FAMILY - ONE THAT WAS CREATED IN THE IMAGE OF OUR CREATOR THE CREATOR OF ALL CREATION DUDE - NOW YOU WOULD THINK THAT MEANS PICTURE OF OUR CREATOR - LIKE SAY YOU LOOK LIKE YOUR MOM OR DAD -- WELL THATS KIND OF LIKE IT BUT YOU MUST UNDERSTAND THAT BEFORE THERE WAS ANYTHING THERE WAS THOUGHT - AND THINGS WERE DONE BEFORE THEY WERE MANIFESTED - WHICH MEANS THE THOUGHT WAS FIRST - ALL ELSE FOLLOWED - SO THE IMAGE WOULD BE MORE BEHAVOUR THAN PICTURE -- AND AT THE TIME -- OF EVERYTHING BEING DONE BEFORE IT WAS FORMED - YOU NEED TO GET A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF DUDE - WHICH AT THAT MOMENT WAS TOTALLY COMPLETELY PURE ENERGY - THOUGHT OR MIND ENERGY - SO IF WE GO FROM THERE TO THE IMAGE - THE IMAGE WE WOULD BE CREATED FROM TO BE LIKE OUR CREATOR - IT WOULD BE THAT WE WOULD BE ABLE TO TAKE THOUGHT WE WOULD HAVE THE ABILITY TO THINK - THERE WOULD BE NO PHOTO NO MIRROR NO REFLECTION - WE WOULD BE LIKE HIM

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  • Home Remedies For Dog BiteHome Remedies For Dog Bite When an animal scratches or bites braking the skin, a number of problems can arise, the most important is infection cause by the animal's saliva. A dog bite may be a minor injury or a severe attack specially in children.
    If a dog bites you should demand immediately from the dog owner proof of immunization, rabies is very dangerous and it can kill if not treated on time, if the dog is foaming from the mouth is a sign of rabies. If you don't know the owner of the dog, the animal should be catch in order to be tested for diseases.

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    There is also risk of tetanus in all puncture injuries. Never run from a dog it calls the animal's instincts to chase and bite.

    Home Remedies for Dog Bite we recommend:

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  • How to Organize Your Accessories


    By Woman's Day Staff

    When Chicago accessories designer Jess Constable, owner of Jess LC (JessLC.com), set out to organize her jewelry and scarves, she had two goals in mind. "I wanted to store my things in a beautiful way, but I also wanted to be able to get to them easily," she says. So she thought outside the box-no standard jewelry cases or plastic bins here-and came up with clever storage solutions that combine function and fashion. Now all her favorite finishing touches, like the perfect pair of earrings or colorful scarf, are on display right at her fingertips. Photos by Lucas Allen









    Keep favorites handy

    Grab-and-go scarves now live in a glass bowl on Jess's dresser. "I'm more likely to wear my scarves if I see them every day," she says. "And I love having that pop of color in my room."

    Tip: Check around the house. The bowls Jess uses for her scarves and everyday jewelry came straight from her kitchen. What's better than free storage?
    See 15 clever uses for household

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  • Want some ideas for the most amazing wedding tables? These four from the The Lenox Hill Neighborhood House annual fundraising spring dance are a little over the top but full of great elements. The theme this year was "Spring Fever," whimsically executed by the Design Committee with Honorary Chairs Bunny Williams and John Rosselli. Spring was in full bloom as designer's displayed dramatic centerpieces on each of the 45 tables. Here are a few as captured by Quintessence.


    THE SILVER GROTTO Christopher Stevens presented an elegant table with a showstopping centerpiece from City Aquarium.


    BRIGHT LIGHTS BIG CITY Designer Lindsey Coral Harper's tablescape featured the cheerful Lulu DK fabric and amazing flowers by Sebastian Li Designs.

    See amazing handmade paper flowers.


    TEN SWANS A SINGING Design Chair Christopher Spitzmiller's table was anchored by a dramatic antique ceramic swan. and fun swan masks.


    LITTLE THATCH NIGHTS Allison Hennessy's gorgeous umbrella and creative candle

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  • Take advantage of abundant good will, faith and support as a major planet aspect pattern, a grand trine, dominates this week! You receive a great deal of attention as the Sun trines Mars on April 23. Then, Mars moves toward a trine with powerful Pluto on April 29, when influential people will do all they can to help you. In the midst of these helpful aspects, Mercury squares Pluto on April 25, when you'll want to follow your intuition. Remember, words are powerful -- choose them wisely!

    Haunted by the ghosts of past lives? Discover the secrets of your previous existences with a free sample Past Life Reading!

    Aries
    Take life a little more slowly than usual on Monday -- you'll be surprised by what you pick up on. Read more...

    Taurus
    The stars shine a very flattering light on you this Monday. Read more...

    Gemini
    What's that? An obstacle in your path on Monday? Use all your resources to figure out a way around (or over, or through) it. Read more...

    Cancer
    An idea or plan that seems

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  • Are you getting all the nutrients your produce has to give?Are you getting all the nutrients your produce has to give?Fresh fruit and veggies come packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. Or do they? Turns out it might depend on how you treat them. And no doubt you've wondered if you could be doing your produce pals some kind of disservice in the journey from the grocery store to your stomach.

    Does microwaving really zap vitamins and minerals? Is it better to buy fresh instead of frozen? Is your body able to absorb all the good-for-you nutrition, anyway?

    RealAge answers your nutrition questions and outlines a few simple steps to help you get the most from your produce-packed meals.

    Fresh vs. Frozen

    Q. I've always thought fresh is best when it comes to fruit and vegetables, but now my daughter tells me frozen foods have more nutrients. Who's right?

    A. You're both right. It's true that fresh fruit and vegetables tend to taste better and have more nutritional value than frozen or canned. But that's not always the case.

    Fresh is best when it really is farm-fresh and

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  • 21 DIY Salvage Makeovers

    Transform castoffs into stylish accessories you'll really use.


    Before: Salvaged planks, After: FenceBefore: Salvaged planks, After: Fence
    Before: Salvaged planks, After: Fence
    Boards salvaged from an old horse corral and railroad station become a warm Los Angeles fence. After sinking posts into concrete footings, both sets of boards were screwed to posts and finished with a sealer. Using old wood is not only Earth-friendly, but it adds personality to a garden of designer Eric Gomez (valledeverde.net).
    Cost: Free--salvaged (with permission) from old horse corral and a railroad station


    Before: Broken doorknobs, After: Patio flooringBefore: Broken doorknobs, After: Patio flooring
    Before: Broken doorknobs, After: Patio flooring
    Doorknobs, salvaged steel discs, and a stovetop burner make up this cobblestone-esque patio floor. The knobs' chrome and brass finishes brighten the shady patch of designer Matthew Levesque's (matthewlevesque.com) patio. And, set in soil, the knobs are surprisingly stable.
    Cost: Free--salvaged (with permission)
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    Before: Salvaged pavement, After: Outdoor tabletopBefore: Salvaged pavement, After: Outdoor tabletop
    Before: Salvaged pavement, After: Outdoor tabletop

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  • Variety of dried spicesVariety of dried spices

    Spring has sprung and that means one thing: It's time to get organized and purge last year's clutter! But when you get to spring cleaning the kitchen, keep in mind that some things might not need to go into the garbage as soon as you think.

    Wait... Don't throw those spices out!

    Chances are you have food in your pantry that has been there for some time. While expiration dates should be heeded for some items, others may have a longer shelf life than the label would have you believe. Keeping these tips in mind when spring cleaning your freezer and pantry can reduce waste and save money.

    In the pantry

    Spices and dried herbs

    There has long been the misconception that herbs and spices last only a few months, but that isn't the case. Before wiping out your entire spice cabinet, do a simple smell test. Since these items don't technically expire, but do lose their potency, taking a sniff will tell you if your herbs and spices still pack a punch. Even if dried herbs have lost

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