Swan
Living in Hillsboro, OR
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Published Content: 33
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On AC since: 11.15.07
Bio:
As an English major, ~ Swan still has ongoing love affair with words - as evidenced by the software reviews on her own web site, as well as here with Associated Content and her freelance reporting on Public Now.
She writes because she can't stop - covering news and articl
As an English major, ~ Swan still has ongoing love affair with words - as evidenced by the software reviews on her own web site, as well as here with Associated Content and her freelance reporting on Public Now.
She writes because she can't stop - covering news and articl
Education/Experience:
Graduate of Monash University, Melbourne, Australia.
Graduate of Monash University, Melbourne, Australia.
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Turning to drugs to treat unwanted dog behaviors.
By Swan | Published 3/30/2009 | Read more »
An opinion piece about the 2008 Defense Budget, along with a breakdown by defense force.
By Swan | Published 4/5/2008 | Read more »
Confused about which television to buy these days? Well for the while, you'll have to stay confused because just when you wanted to go out and buy a nice plasma TV - those laser TVs are almost on the shelves!
By Swan | Published 3/30/2008 | Read more »
Dolls that require breast implants and face lifts? Bill Hibberd of the parents' group Parentkind says that the entire concept sends a dangerous message to young girls.
By Swan | Published 3/25/2008 | Read more »
What would it be like to actually visit where Christ died - at Easter?
By Swan | Published 3/21/2008 | Read more »
Bullying in schools is a past problem and a current problem in schools - and has been blamed numerous times for teen suicides. When will schools address the issue that severe bullying in schools can and does lead to suicide?
By Swan | Published 1/16/2008 | Read more »
The central Chinese province of Hubei is the world stage for murder by Cheng Guan or "urban management officers." Over 50 of the latter attack Chinese blogger for taking photographs.
By Swan | Published 1/14/2008 | Read more »
Philanthropist, adventurer, humanitarian and mountaineer, Sir Edmund Hillary died in his home country of New Zealand, after a life well spent.
By Swan | Published 1/11/2008 | Read more »
There are so many people complaining on Technorati about their ping service, that it's beginning to resemble swiss cheese, with their support staff representing the holes.
By Swan | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
This is a poem to my husband - David, for Valentine's Day. He is always my inspiration and is truly the love of my life. Happy Valentine's Day my Love.
By Swan | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
The switch from analog TV to digital will revolutionize the consumer's experience by providing not only higher resolutions, (HDTV) but the possibility of interactive video.
By Swan | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
Former Deputy President Jacob Zuma, being charged with money laundering; corruption; fraud and racketeering. Tell us something new.
By Swan | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
Article is mainly about the differing origins of Mardi Gras and how they all came together, to create the blend of African music and French custom that make up the parades today.
By Swan | Published 1/2/2008 | Read more »
Observing the current major issue at Wikimedia, which has the execs., all scrambling and back pedaling over who hired Carolyn Doran, a felon with several crimes up her sleeve including shooting her boyfriend in the chest.
By Swan | Published 1/2/2008 | Read more »
Invaluable tips on how to keep your poinsettia healthy over the holidays and perhaps even beyond.
By Swan | Published 1/2/2008 | Read more »
I wondered if anyone had ever written a science fiction poem, so I thought I'd write one - a new genre perhaps?
By Swan | Published 12/31/2007 | Read more »
Current information on our coral reefs shows that we're losing them faster than we can replenish them. 25% of the world's coral has already died, due to global warming.
By Swan | Published 12/31/2007 | Read more »
Everything you could possibly need to hold Mardi Gras at home. Includes ideas for the decor and music along with a collection of recipes that could be made for the occasion.
By Swan | Published 12/31/2007 | Read more »
Current coverage of Oliver Stone in Colombia by invitation of President Hugo Chavez, who will be heading a mission to retrieve three hostages. Hundreds will be left behind.
By Swan | Published 12/30/2007 | Read more »
Outcome of the 2007 Conference - American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology
By Swan | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Is a good comedy writer all that's needed to produce a good sitcom, or are there other factors?
By Swan | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Body language and some of the ways it manifests itself in people.
By Swan | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Only 1,500 gharial crocodilians left on our planet. Just as our impact on this earth is contributing to the possible extinction of polar bears with global warming; is it possible that we're contributing to the possible extinction of these prehistoric animals?
By Swan | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Part 2 of this series, covers things to do during a disaster or terrorism. More advice and tips are given, along with other items that need to be stored ahead of time.
By Swan | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Overview of annual Christmas light displays in Portland Oregon. Highlighting both the Portland International Raceway event and the lights in Peacock Lane, an icon to Portlanders.
By Swan | Published 12/20/2007 | Read more »
Don't think it'll never happen to you.
By Swan | Published 12/18/2007 | Read more »
At age 11, Janine was diagnosed with Rasmussen's encephalitis and was unable to stand the pain any longer. Janine finally made a life changing decision at age 15, to allow her brain to be split into two halves in order to cut out the disease.
By Swan | Published 12/16/2007 | Read more »
Tracing the path of Aishwarya Rai, India's beloved daughter who won Miss World
By Swan | Published 12/16/2007 | Read more »
This poem could be spoken by any person who had just found out that they had been betrayed by a friend. The words are full of emotion; hurt, surprise and anger and finally - bitterness.
By Swan | Published 12/13/2007 | Read more »
Raising awareness of people who suffer from the Christmas blues - identifying the causes, along with a few tips on how to lessen stress levels.
By Swan | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Exploration of various free browsers
By Swan | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Article about the 7th century Saxon tomb that was possibly King Saeberht's final resting place - uncovered by archaeologists a few years ago, plus a little about The Normans and the Saxons.
By Swan | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
Exploration of other things one can do on Thanksgiving to give true meaning to the relevance of the day.
By Swan | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
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