Jamie K. Wilson
Living in Honolulu, HI
Total page views: 594,797
Published Content: 281
Fans: 114
On AC since: 05.23.05
Bio:
Jamie K. Wilson is the wife of a US sailor and mother of two teen boys, one Marine, and one beautiful baby girl, and yes, now one more on the way. The family hails from Louisville, Kentucky originally.
Jamie K. Wilson is the wife of a US sailor and mother of two teen boys, one Marine, and one beautiful baby girl, and yes, now one more on the way. The family hails from Louisville, Kentucky originally.
Education/Experience:
BA English
BA English
Interests:
Books, writing, autism, asthma, occult, religion, history, travel, military, romance, science fiction/fantasy, Hawaii
Books, writing, autism, asthma, occult, religion, history, travel, military, romance, science fiction/fantasy, Hawaii
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Is your damaged gold jewelry really worth a lot of money?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/21/2009 | Read more »
If you've always wanted to take a Disney cruise, this might be the time to reserve your spot.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/21/2009 | Read more »
He's cute, he sings, he dances, he annoys parents and delights toddlers. Elmo Live! is on track to be this year's hottest toy, and they are selling out fast.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/2/2008 | Read more »
Ten questions you need to ask yourself before purchasing a portable XM radio.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 10/27/2008 | Read more »
Cuil, the latest entry on the search engine front, does things a little differently. What does that mean for us page-hit whores?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/28/2008 | Read more »
Who owns your information? Social networks think they do, and it's costing people jobs, health coverage, and marriages.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 4/11/2008 | Read more »
We got a bargain on our GM Astro, but we found out it was a deal with the devil the first time it overheated.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 3/28/2008 | Read more »
With John McCain all but crowned the GOP nominee, the big question now is who will be his running mate? There's a wide field of possibilities.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 2/8/2008 | Read more »
Have you ever read a glowing string of testimonials on a sales page? Did you believe them? Wait, there's more.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
Everything you ever wanted to know about Groundhog Day, but were too unmotivated to ask!
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 1/11/2008 | Read more »
Sleeping poorly? Get yourself to the doctor. Poor sleep causes diabetes, illness, obesity, and a number of other problems.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
Babies cause emergencies. They thrive on it. But with proper preparation, you can win.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
These unique toys make perfect gifts for children as old as 90.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
Is homosexuality really a sin? The answer may surprise you.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/26/2007 | Read more »
Got cash? Need toys? You can choose from some really excellent toys this year.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Let's pray that what was visited upon the citizens of Nanking in 1937 is never done to any of us, and work to see that it is not.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Bell's palsy is a facial paralysis involving the C7 cranial nerve, but its origins are still a mystery.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
They don't learn it in school; they only learn it from Mom and Dad. Your kids deserve to be taught good money habits.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Who doesn't like to get drunk on Election Night? Read here to find out which drinks are most appropriate for your favorite candidate.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/18/2007 | Read more »
Tired of the beach, or have kids who want something different? Hawaiian Waters waterpark offers slides, children's areas, and even adult fun for visitors and kama'aina alike.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
While you're more likely to be struck by lightning, your cell phone can spontaneously combust or even explode, whether it's in use or not. Here's why, and how to stay safe.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
More than sixty years after the Nazi regime was ended, its evil has still not been completely documented. A new archive may help complete this grim task.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
If I had a semi-rich uncle, this is what I would ask him for.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Remember the Willie Horton ad campaign that probably won Bush I the White House back in 1988? It could happen again this election cycle.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
While most toys made in China seem relatively safe, an appalling number have been shown to be unsafe, resulting in a record number of toy recalls in 2007. How can we keep our children safe from the toys that will be recalled tomorrow?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
How often do you hear about celebrity girlfriends and boyfriends involved in nasty fights? Oh, all the time?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/11/2007 | Read more »
How about a fat-free dessert that tastes special and is quick and easy to make? Astound everyone by bringing this delicious holiday - or everyday - treat.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/6/2007 | Read more »
Bionicles are the latest contribution to the toy world by Lego, everyone's favorite building block.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
The heart line is the highest major line on the palm, and can help a palm reader understand the emotional life of a hand's owner.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
The head line, a line that runs across the middle of the palm, is a palmistry key to understanding the personality.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
There are enough hardships when you're married to the military; keep your career from being one of the casualties.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/13/2007 | Read more »
The new and growing career of personal chef provides convenience for clients, and a great flexible income for talented cooks.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/13/2007 | Read more »
You're nervous, and I'm nervous, about these Chinese toys. How can you know what is safe?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/12/2007 | Read more »
Kids who want to make money always can, with just a little creativity.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/9/2007 | Read more »
Uneven quality leaves much to be desired.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/9/2007 | Read more »
There are bills of rights today for patients, for airline passengers, for animals, and many others. Isn't it time we had a simple, coherent bill of basic rights for children that we could all strive toward?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/9/2007 | Read more »
The Romance Writers of America is more than writing romance.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/9/2007 | Read more »
A mom's personal struggle with the strange world of cloth diapers.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/9/2007 | Read more »
My life turned upside down on September 11.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/8/2007 | Read more »
What if instead of catching a cold, you could catch a cure?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/6/2007 | Read more »
You need vitamin K for healthy blood; fortunately, for most of us plenty of vitamin K is made by intestinal bacteria.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/6/2007 | Read more »
Vitamin E is often used in skin treatments and youthening supplements -- why?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 11/6/2007 | Read more »
Think nuclear power is an evil never to be approached? Open your mind and read this. You may reconsider.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/31/2007 | Read more »
He scares me.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/31/2007 | Read more »
We've heard for years about how the Chinese bound the feet of girls, crippling them in the name of beauty. How did it work?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/31/2007 | Read more »
Want to see truly amazing technology? Get a 3-D ultrasound of your unborn baby.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/31/2007 | Read more »
Do you remember the good old days, when RPGs (role playing games) were played with pencil, paper, dice, and your friends instead of a computer interface?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
While 9/11 may seem over, the body count may have just begun.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
Have you ever worn a tuxedo with a cummerbund? Then you've worn the descendant of the men's corset, once a must-have article of clothing for all men.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
I admit it -- I wear Renaissance costume or bellydance wear when I go to science fiction conventions. But I also do serious professional work at them.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
Ever been to a science fiction convention? Ever think about starting one up yourself?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
Science fiction conventions can be great fun for the whole family, if you make sure your kids are safe and have plenty to do.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
Aspiring science fiction writers, take note: an easy place to find editors is at good science fiction conventions.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
Sometimes it's hard to decide whether something you've done is cheating or not.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Why are so many people on food stamps fat? Is it because they're lazy or don't care? Or are there underlying problems that make them more susceptible to obesity, just as they are susceptible to poverty?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
A technique for creating a more fully realized plot and background for your story.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Time really is money. How can you find the time to write, even if your day is already full?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
It was exactly what I didn't want to hear: that when my baby's not quite ready to enter the world, I have preeclampsia and may need to be hospitalized or even induced.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Simple things you can do that can ease gas price pain for you -- and ultimately for everyone.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
She comes to America illegally twice, has a son, falsifies documents, and attempts to influence the US government -- but many people think she should be allowed to stay.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Need an excuse to dip your carrots in ranch dressing? Here's one for you.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Sometimes the hardest part of buying or selling a house is controlling your excitement -- or terror. Don't let the dream home be a nightmare - follow these rules instead of making spur-of-the-moment decisions.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Preparing for hurricanes in Hawaii requires considering a couple of things you don't have to worry about on the mainland.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
When you take an antihistamine, do you really know how you are affecting your body? It might surprise you.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
Antihistamines, once thought valuable primarily because of their actions on allergies, are now being studied for their cognitive effects.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
My grandmother and biscuits are inseparable in my memories. She made them by hand, no measuring; I have to use real measuring implements.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
Can you be fat and healthy at the same time? Is it possible that the BMI, used for decades to calculate your healthy weight, is just wrong?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
Presidential children have always held a special place in the American heart; a look at 2008's crop of kids.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
Palm reading often starts with a good look at the life line, which wraps around the thumb.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/15/2007 | Read more »
You know what you want in that new home -- but do you know what you don't want? You might be surprised.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
Do you hate shopping for your swimsuit every year? This tip sheet might help.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/10/2007 | Read more »
Are schools teaching our kids facts -- or are they indoctrinating them in popular beliefs and political extremism?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/9/2007 | Read more »
Why are schools teaching social skills and sex education when they don't even seem to be able to teach reading, writing, and 'rithmetic?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/9/2007 | Read more »
Can you really teach age-appropriate sex ed to children as young as six -- or is that the prerogative of the parents?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/9/2007 | Read more »
Want to scare the tar out of the kids in your neighborhood with a really original Halloween trick? Read this.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/9/2007 | Read more »
Buying perfect Halloween costumes can get pricey -- but you can make it more affordable by using these tips.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/9/2007 | Read more »
Did you know that over-high doses of some vitamins can make you sick? Or that you have to take vitamins a certain way to ensure your body can absorb them?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/8/2007 | Read more »
The best source for vitamin A: eat your carrots!
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
Vitamin C has been credited with cancer fighting properties and the power to cure the common cold. Is it true? Well, maybe.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
Everyone's concerned about anemia -- usually caused by too little iron in your blood. But did you know too much iron in your diet, a common problem for men, can cause even worse problems?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
Domestic violence does not mean the end of a relationship, if both partners are ready and willing to work hard to keep it together.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
Ever wonder why you should take B vitamins? It's simple: energy.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
It happens - you suddenly need to put together a costume as quick as you can for your toddler or young child. Here's how to do it.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
By using a few simple tricks, you can use ebooks you have created to build your online audience.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
Have you ever been at that heady state where your character fills your entire being? No? Here's how to bring that nirvana on.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
You'd like to set up an ebook, but you don't know how to do it. This is a perfect introductory article for you.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
How much of a mineral supplement do you really need? Or do you need any at all, provided you eat healthy?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
Maxed out on what you think you can do to increase pageviews? Here are a few more methods you can try.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/2/2007 | Read more »
Why do we fear dead bodies so much?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/2/2007 | Read more »
With a site that's been properly seeded, watered, and nurtured, you can have a constant stream of cash from your work online.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/2/2007 | Read more »
Do you want to be Queen Elizabeth for Halloween? Want tips on how to get the historical costumes in your child's play just right?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 8/2/2007 | Read more »
The worst part of writing is editing. This can help you get started.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Traveling from island to island in Hawaii is not simple or cheap.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
So your new neighbor is a sex offender. Now what?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Halloween is more fun for everyone when you make a great candy haul; here's how to do it.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Online technology makes it seem easy to develop intimate relationships, but it's typically a false intimacy.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
How can I support gun rights, yet think real-looking toy guns should be banned? Simple: guns aren't toys.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
What if during 9/11, half your co-workers were Muslim?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Writers and poverty seem to go hand in hand. They don't have to.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Don't just take a break and have a snack -- take one that wakes you up, rejuvenates you, and makes the day move by faster.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Sex can be a vital component for any genre of fiction. It's a good idea to know how to approach it when it becomes necessary to step through this shaky ground.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Hawaii's weather is unique for even Pacific islands.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
The tiniest computer with a full-size keyboard, the Libretto has been around for more than a decade, but few know what it is.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Hawaii has many sandy beaches, but it also has pebble beaches, rock beaches, and even green sand beaches.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Don't let your vacation turn into a nightmare - know the hazards of Hawaiian beaches.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
When you take your family to Hawaii, you should consider all family members and their needs.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
Hawaii is part of America, but it can be surprisingly different from America when you get there. Knowing a little about the culture and lifestyle can give you a much better vacation experience.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/25/2007 | Read more »
Hawaii is unique in geography and people. Knowing a few rules and rules of thumb to follow can enhance your vacation and keep you safe.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/24/2007 | Read more »
Palm reading is more effective for looking at your past and present than your future -- but where you've been can be a great indicator of where you're going.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/23/2007 | Read more »
You may think you know the answer to these questions -- but I'll bet you don't.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/18/2007 | Read more »
Meditation, self hypnosis, and relaxation therapy are all roughly the same thing. This is a method you can use to put yourself under safely for a wide variety of purposes.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/18/2007 | Read more »
Southern cooking is delicious -- and unhealthy. This article talks about types of Southern cooking, and how to make more healthy versions of your favorite Southern dishes.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/18/2007 | Read more »
Tarot cards are nearly useless unless you have a good methodology for laying them out and reading them. Here are three of the most popular and simplest methods for reading tarot cards.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/16/2007 | Read more »
Contrary to popular belief, most modern terrorists come from better-off families, not poor ones. Why?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/16/2007 | Read more »
The Fairness Doctrine sounds like a good thing. But this "fair" legislation may ultimately force you to post links you don't want on your blog, and cost all of us a mint.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
This article will get you started on reading tarot cards. Be certain to look for my other articles on card meanings and how to choose your deck.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
Ever notice that Eskimos don't use a lot of peppers, but people who dress in knots of grass have spices that will remove your tonsils? There's a great physiological reason for this.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
Whether it's torture is hotly debated. Waterboarding is a little-understood interrogation method that has led to a lot of good information in the war against terror -- but that may be morally objectionable in itself. Does the end justify the means?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
You can yell at your teen when he puts a safety pin through his cheek -- or you can turn the tables on him. Turning the tables is so much more fun -- and effective!
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
Though every other parent claims to have one, very bright children are as rare as very bright adults. It may be important to treat every child claimed as bright as if they were indeed highly intelligent -- whether they make the grade or not.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/12/2007 | Read more »
The power of words is magnified when you speak to children.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/9/2007 | Read more »
When welfare was changed a decade ago, the rolls shrank dramatically, and the poverty rate declined. Is it time to tighten up regulations again?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/6/2007 | Read more »
What if a government sanctions capturing, beating, robbing, and even murdering illegal immigrants? What if that government is Mexico's?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/1/2007 | Read more »
Do you have a security problem with your home? Try a wireless security network; at a relatively low expense, you can observe the outside of your entire house with remote security cameras.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 7/1/2007 | Read more »
Technology's great. It's even better when it gets rid of annoying technology, or solves age-old problems.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/29/2007 | Read more »
I don't have a problem with special needs children getting extra attention at school; but it's time that very bright kids were recognized as special needs, too.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/29/2007 | Read more »
Do you write a lot of evergreen content on AC? Do you have a topic theme? Why not turn them into an ebook?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/29/2007 | Read more »
Aussie PM John Howard has authorized military troops and police to move into problem-riddled Aboriginal villages at the beginning of July, with the objective being the detection and elimination of child molestation and child prostitution. Too much?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/29/2007 | Read more »
Historically, Indians have been treated as second-rate citizens by uncaring government agencies. Now, it may be happening again.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/29/2007 | Read more »
You think the Grapefruit Diet, the Atkins Diet, or the Paleolithic Diet are nuts? Wait 'til you find out how your ancestors shed those ugly pounds!
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/22/2007 | Read more »
More teens are looking to obesity surgery to fix their obesity problem. Is this safe or wise? Do we know enough to judge?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/22/2007 | Read more »
Want to have lei for a party or celebration? They're easier and cheaper to make than you might think.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Foster's is Australian for beer -- and it could also be Australian for green energy in the near future. In a partnership, they have developed a battery powered by beer waste. How cool is that?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
While we've all looked at keywording et cetera ad nauseum, there aren't a lot of structured exercises to help learn them.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
We all know that rainforests provide cures for cancer and other diseases. But did you know caves can offer even more hope for the ill?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Hawaii, land of gorgeous beaches, green mountains, volcanos, rainbows, flowers -- and crystal meth.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Child abuse is best caught by those close to a child -- family, friends, neighbors, teachers, medical professionals. If you don't have specialized training in child abuse prevention, this information may help you make the decision.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
The single item that determines whether someone clicks on your article: the title. Get it right, and you'll ensure that when you place in the search engines, you'll get the clicks as well.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Most parents use pacifiers for their babies just because they're there. But babies aren't born with pacifiers attached (except for fingers and toes) and there's no reason your baby has to use one.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
The Muslim Brotherhood is an 80-year-old organization spanning the entire Middle Eastern world. Despite their often-positive activities, their ideals and goals are rather worrying.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
We love men. We also love cleanliness. How can we have both?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
No matter what spreadsheet program you're using, good planning will ensure that your spreadsheet works its best for you.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
With extreme cynicism, marketers have been developing and publishing fake blogs -- blogs purportedly written by real people, but in reality flogging a product, service, or company. Flogs are greeted with the same enthusiasm as search engine spam.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Inspired by idle curiosity and tremors from the Kilauea volcano, a short list of earthquake facts.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Strollers and carseats used to be separate pieces of equipment -- but the integrated travel system provides both, along with added convenience and features.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Baby bathtubs are essentially plastic tubs with one end elevated. It should be simple to find one, but because manufacturers want to make everything bigger and better, it's grown fairly complicated to select the perfect baby tub.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
With hundreds of models with dozens of features on the market, it's hard to tell which portable cribs will be safe, last long, and be most convenient for you and for your baby.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Americans discuss and debate the impact of illegal immigration on our own country. But what about the home countries of the immigrants? Does such an outflow of hard workers harm their own culture?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
Most people take aspirin or sudafedrin without really thinking about it. But either of these, taken in excess or with the wrong medications, can kill.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
We're told over and over that conservatives are heartless bastards who believe nonwhites are animals or lesser beings. But saying something does not make it true.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
You may love Bambi's mother, but she had to die.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
Goodwill is unlike most other private charities; it focuses on teaching people how to work, not on skills or services or giving away goods. This, in my opinion, makes it more valuable than any other charity I know of.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
Push advertising is a blanket form of advertising; pull advertising targets high-value consumers. Together, the two forms of advertising are shaping the form of the Web.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
You can teach an old dog new tricks, but sometimes you have to have a different approach and special equipment.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
Need to lose weight, and don't mind a little diarrhea? Alli may be your ticket.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
I grew up in the country, and thus got a first-hand look at what a flood of migrant labor can do to a small region's economy and labor market.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/13/2007 | Read more »
Over my life, even when I didn't know I had asthma, I had several home remedies to help my lungs function better. Today, I'm finding more scientific studies proving my own remedies true.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/13/2007 | Read more »
Video and still photography are both becoming common forms of adolescent bullying - and bullying can be used against adults too.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/6/2007 | Read more »
What war stories are our brothers, sons, husbands, fathers, and friends going to return with?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/6/2007 | Read more »
I still have it, and I'm nearly 40. Fortunately, I've figured out a few home tricks that work pretty well.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/6/2007 | Read more »
Haven't you always dreamed of sneaking around, with no one seeing you because of your invisibility cloak? It could happen.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/5/2007 | Read more »
Dr. Seuss started with Uncle Sam-I-Am, war bonds and ham!
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/5/2007 | Read more »
Once again, great food is tainted with the panicky alarms that - it causes cancer! Well, you can minimize that risk, and other risks involved in barbeque, by following a few intelligent rules.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/5/2007 | Read more »
We assume today that anesthesia is used as a matter of course on our children, especially our babies. Guess what? It may not be, even for painful surgical procedures like circumcision.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 6/5/2007 | Read more »
Both my son and I are on the autistic spectrum, and I receive limited services to help with him through schools. But I would be very uncomfortable with 70K per year in government help.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/31/2007 | Read more »
Don Imus, the Chocolate Jesus, Opus and Anthony, and just about anything that wins the British Turner Prize. These are all targets of what is called censorship today. But is censorship really what we think it is?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/31/2007 | Read more »
It's easier to fix a mistake by not making it. Here are eleven tips to help you NOT make mistakes that can screw up your whole life.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/31/2007 | Read more »
Hawaii's pollution mostly gets blown offshore -- except for vog, a type of smog produced only by volcanos.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/30/2007 | Read more »
When you hit financial bottom, it's hard to dig your way out. Here are some things you can do.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/23/2007 | Read more »
Can you tell, just by looking, who is and who is not gay? Some people really can. But how?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/23/2007 | Read more »
It should be an Olympic event: dancing with a pair of modified machetes flaming on both ends. I held my breath. A lot.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/23/2007 | Read more »
A miscarriage will hurt forever, but it can be healed by your next pregnancy.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/23/2007 | Read more »
Cicada Brood XIII is the largest and loudest cicada brood -- why is that important?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/23/2007 | Read more »
Love it or hate it, American Idol has changed the music industry forever. But what do the winners -- and losers -- get out of the show?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/21/2007 | Read more »
Improv Everywhere, started in North Carolina by a student, has brought goofiness all over New York City for years. Today, with a national television show in production, the whole country may be able to enjoy their random acts of humor.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/21/2007 | Read more »
Are you from the South? Are you a regular churchgoer, or have you had professional singing training? If the answers are no, you may not have a chance at winning American Idol.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/17/2007 | Read more »
The STRIVE bill currently in Congress, and which Bush has already committed his support to, may settle the U.S. illegal immigrant problem -- for now.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/17/2007 | Read more »
You can promote yourself til your fingers are numb, but only by using excellent optimization for Google in your articles will you get the really great pageviews.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/16/2007 | Read more »
Do you punish your children, or do you try to let them raise themselves, naturally? Guess what: rules and punishment are critical for your child's healthy development.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/16/2007 | Read more »
Most of our soldiers don't want gifts for themselves, for the most part. Rather, they prefer the gifts they can distribute to the children in the areas where they are deployed.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/16/2007 | Read more »
Trying to build a career as an AC CP? After a lot of math and checking statistics, and a lot of listening, here's what I've figured out - and it's working for me. Read it carefully and think about the math, and you'll see what's so important about the PV bonus.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/13/2007 | Read more »
Salespeople selling drugs to your doctor may heavily influence what medications you take for your medical conditions.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/10/2007 | Read more »
While medication works well for some childhood issues, autism is very different. You can treat certain symptoms with medication, but not autism as a whole.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/10/2007 | Read more »
After being discharged for homosexuality, a young sailor is recalled to serve in Kuwait. Now, near the end of his temporary tour of duty, it's time to ask some questions.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/10/2007 | Read more »
I am mildly autistic. So what?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/8/2007 | Read more »
Shaking a baby is both stupid and evil. But is it right to convict a person of it simply on the grounds that they were the last person a shaken baby was with?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/7/2007 | Read more »
Cavities are up for the first time in half a century, and the reason is a mystery. One explanation: widespread use of bottled water and carbon filters.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/7/2007 | Read more »
Ever hear of Boys' Day or Girls' Day? These two holidays are among the most important in Japanese culture, but few Americans have any idea they exist.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/3/2007 | Read more »
While spanking is a hotly debated topic, there are few guidelines showing parents who choose to spank the correct way to do it.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/3/2007 | Read more »
What would you do if the peculiar behaviors your child displayed turned out to be a frightening mental disorder?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/3/2007 | Read more »
The oldest profession, prostitution, has only been widely illegalized in the last couple of centuries. Should it return to legal status today?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
Are you a gamer? Do you want to do something really special to support the troops over in Iraq? This is your chance: support the very first gaming convention in Iraq, completely run by our role playing game addicted soldiers.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
Military families can travel cheaply today, if they use the resources available to them through the military.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
Milagros Cerron, a Peruvian child, was born with sirenomelia, a physical deformity where the legs are fused from groin to ankle and resemble a mermaid's tail. This once-fatal deformity can now be surgically corrected.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
While it's still critical to seek rabies treatment immediately, a new treatment can save lives that would have been lost to rabies a decade ago.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
You use it every day, but you probably don't appreciate it -- toilet paper has been millenia in development. What would we do without it?
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
Yurts, once used by Genghis Khan's army to take over all of Asia, is being used in a different war today: the battle against epidemic homelessness in Hawaii.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 5/2/2007 | Read more »
Do you like ham? Yes, I like ham. But I do not like it if it's sham.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 4/29/2007 | Read more »
The US military understands the importance of R&R, and of family bonding, and so do many of America's best vacation spots.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 4/27/2007 | Read more »
Peyton Place has nothing on what I've seen.
By Jamie K. Wilson | Published 4/26/2007 | Read more »
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