Lonnette Harrell - Associated Content

Concerns About Enhanced Driver's Licenses

Lonnette Harrell — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:52:13 EDT

More and more states are looking into adopting a new enhanced driver's license, with an electronic radio chip, that could be used as a border passport, as well as proof of citizenship. But many people have valid concerns about privacy issues.

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Published: Mar 22, 2009

Freelance Writers and Self Discipline

Lonnette Harrell — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:49:43 EDT

One of the perils of working from home, as a freelance writer, is that no one seems to respect your boundaries. Of course, part of the reason may be because you haven't set any.

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Published: Feb 27, 2009

The Importance of Personal Hygiene in Food Preparation

Lonnette Harrell — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:21:10 EDT

Whether cooking for your family, or for a business, personal hygiene is an important and vital part of food safety.

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Published: Feb 26, 2009

Luxury Hotel Amenities (Hotels Gone Wild)

Lonnette Harrell — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 21:22:13 EDT

Extravagance abounds in today's luxury hotels, and the amenities are astounding and sometimes outlandish.

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Published: Dec 23, 2008

Grief

Lonnette Harrell — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 03:12:48 EDT

Grief is both universal and solitary, and only those who have experienced the pain of loss, can possibly understand the devastation.

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Published: Dec 19, 2008

Getting Your Home Organized for the New Year

Lonnette Harrell — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:46:37 EDT

Getting organized for the New Year can start now, as you ready your home for holiday guests.

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Published: Dec 15, 2008

Breaking Free from the Chains of Narcissism

Lonnette Harrell — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 02:16:57 EDT

Breaking free from the chains of narcissism is nearly impossible, without actually leaving the person. But you can reclaim your life by recognizing the truth of this personality disorder.

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Published: Dec 08, 2008

Merry Christmas and Many Happy Returns

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:06:41 EDT

There will always be good reasons for returning or exchanging Christmas gifts, but you can make returns as hassle-free as possible, by knowing store policies, and following some basic rules.

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Published: Dec 03, 2008

Making Christmas Gift Giving Special and Unique

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:05:12 EDT

The most special Christmas gifts are those we have put some thought into. Don't forget to think outside the box for some unique ideas.

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Published: Dec 03, 2008

Simple, Inexpensive Christmas Decorations

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:04:41 EDT

If finances are low this year, it may be time to simplify, and one of the best places to start is with your Christmas decorating. You can achieve elegance and warmth with simple things that you may already have around the house.

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Published: Dec 03, 2008

Music and Your Health - Benefits and Harmful Effects

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:06:31 EDT

Music dramatically affects our moods, but scientists are also finding that it can positively and adversely affect our health.

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Published: Nov 19, 2008

How to Have a Merry Christmas If You Are Estranged from Your Family

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:47:13 EDT

If you are estranged from family members or loved ones, you can still have a Merry Christmas. It's all about attitude, and looking outside yourself for someone to bless. And don't forget to make yourself happy also!

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Published: Nov 19, 2008

The Pain that People Endure

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 05:26:53 EDT

People can endure almost anything, if they feel there is a reason for it, but when it makes no sense, we feel betrayed.

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Published: Nov 12, 2008

How Did the Oscar Get Its Name?

Lonnette Harrell — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 09:05:47 EDT

Have you ever wondered how the gold statuette presented at the Academy Awards got the name of Oscar? It is the subject of myths and legends.

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Published: Nov 07, 2008

Prescription Drugs in Your Medicine Cabinet Could Kill Your Teen

Lonnette Harrell — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 20:41:58 EDT

Teenagers and young adults are often bypassing illegal street dealers, in order to obtain drugs. Instead, they are getting them easily and quickly, from their family medicine cabinets.

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Published: Oct 31, 2008

The Dangers of Energy Drinks

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 21:39:38 EDT

Emergency rooms and Poison Control centers are seeing a definite escalation of caffeine overdoses related to energy drinks.

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Published: Oct 29, 2008

Bubonic Plague: Could "The Black Death" Happen Again?

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:25:01 EDT

Almost everyone is familiar with the Bubonic Plague, also known as "The Black Death," that in five years, killed one third of Europe's population, approximately 25 million people.

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Published: Oct 29, 2008

The Healing Properties of Saliva

Lonnette Harrell — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:05:02 EDT

There is now scientific evidence to support the fact that saliva contributes to the healing of wounds, and that is has antibacterial, antiviral, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Published: Oct 22, 2008

Nursing Home Reflections

Lonnette Harrell — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:04:17 EDT

My mom has been (temporarily) in a nursing home, receiving physical therapy for a broken right foot, a broken left leg, and a broken right hip. This was a new world for all of us, and in this article I reflect on some of the things I've observed.

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Published: Oct 19, 2008

Was Cocaine Ever an Ingredient in Coca-Cola?

Lonnette Harrell — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 19:14:51 EDT

Until 1903, Coke is rumored to have contained about 9 mg. of cocaine per glass. It also contained caffeine, which increased the effects of the cocaine, and most customers did not just settle for one glass.

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Published: Sep 13, 2008