Venice Kichura
Living in Dahlonega, GA
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Bio:
I'm a freelance writer who finds endless inspiration here in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains. I enjoy writing features articles, as well as short stories, devotionals, and poetry.
I'm a freelance writer who finds endless inspiration here in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains. I enjoy writing features articles, as well as short stories, devotionals, and poetry.
Education/Experience:
University of Texas at Austin (1972), B.S English/History
University of Texas at Austin (1972), B.S English/History
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If you were appalled by far-left filmmaker Michael Moores' documentaries, "Farenheit 911" and "Sicko", then take heart. The newly released comedy, "An American Carol" offers a counter attack against Moore and his liberal ideology.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/21/2008 | Read more »
Amicolola State Park has the largest cascading waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. Open year round, the park especially draws tourists during the fall season as they admire the stunning autumn foliage. Here are some events planned for this fall...
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/8/2008 | Read more »
It's natural to feel sad on the anniversary of a tragic experience, such as the death of a loved ones. Here are some tips for making it through the day....
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/4/2008 | Read more »
There's a dog breed that doesn't bark and barely sheds. However, this charming breed, known as the Basenji, also has challenges. Here are some tips for managing a barkless dog.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/30/2008 | Read more »
There's no greater fear to a parent than losing a child in a crowd. Find out how a new product is helping lost children find their families when lost in a public place.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/26/2008 | Read more »
If you live in a wooded area, you need to be especially protective of your pets from wildlife. And, with more and more land being developed, coyotes and bears are even venturing out into suburban neighborhoods. Here are some tips...
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/20/2008 | Read more »
Living in a tri-level home has both advantages and disadvantages. Here are some tips for enjoying your home of three levels.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/12/2008 | Read more »
As children go back to school parents of shy children can become frustrated tyring to help their introverted kids make friends at school. Here are some tips....
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/12/2008 | Read more »
Besides being appalled, Christian parents disturbed by recent headlines need to do something. Here are some tips on how to fight back and restore godly values to our public schools...
By Venice Kichura | Published 7/14/2008 | Read more »
Don't let challenging cross stitch patterns scare you from stitching them. Here are some tips for tackling charts that appear difficult to stitch.
By Venice Kichura | Published 7/10/2008 | Read more »
Students and writers on the go are finding the ease and advantage of using portable word processors. But before buying one, be sure you know what type of writing machine would be best for your needs.
By Venice Kichura | Published 7/10/2008 | Read more »
As the ABC Network has forbidden their journalists to wear American flag pins on their clothing, it's time that concerned Americans who still believe in the values of our country to take a stand. It's time to boycott ABC!
By Venice Kichura | Published 7/8/2008 | Read more »
Instead of focusing on your goal weight, try setting mini-goals.
By Venice Kichura | Published 6/2/2008 | Read more »
Glazing is used for not only oils and acrylics. You can also create vibrant watercolor paintings using this simple technique.
By Venice Kichura | Published 5/28/2008 | Read more »
Learning how to see and create light and shadows in watercolors is one of the most important skills in rendering vibrant paintings.
By Venice Kichura | Published 5/27/2008 | Read more »
By using the pen and ink technique known as the strippling method you can render realistic drawings that look like black and white photographs.
By Venice Kichura | Published 4/4/2008 | Read more »
If you love puppies and also want to make a difference in the life of a blind person, then consider signing up for the Puppy Walkler program.
By Venice Kichura | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
After a trip to the Holy Lands you'll never read the Bible the same way again. It suddenly becomes alive!
By Venice Kichura | Published 3/31/2008 | Read more »
When you're on a tour you want to feel and look fresh everyday of your vacation. Yet, at the same time you don't want to waste time doing laundry.
By Venice Kichura | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
Recovering from alcohol addiction is a lifetime process and not achieved by any "magic" bullet or brief stint in rehab.
By Venice Kichura | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
If you're worried putting on weight eating out on your next vacation, why not find more time to burn them with more exercise?
By Venice Kichura | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
When temperatures in late winter begin to warm up and you first notice those crocuses blooming in the snow, it's tempting to jump into spring gardening before spring officially arrives.
By Venice Kichura | Published 2/21/2008 | Read more »
Anyone who suffers from sinus headaches, such as myself, knows how painful they can be. It's hard to function as you battle mucous and congestion.
By Venice Kichura | Published 2/20/2008 | Read more »
If you suffered with embarrassing acne as a teenager, you probably thought you'd never have to deal with it once you reached adulthood. However, unfortunately, about 1/4 of all adult men and half of adult women encounter acne, again in life
By Venice Kichura | Published 2/18/2008 | Read more »
Buying for an elderly person, especially one who already has everything, may be difficult if you don't realize that what they really need is your presence and not your expensive gifts.
By Venice Kichura | Published 2/7/2008 | Read more »
There's a growing trend among newly retired people to pursue new employment, which affords not only a paycheck, but flexibility as well. In fact, one out of three Americans (aged 65 and older) works after retirement.
By Venice Kichura | Published 2/6/2008 | Read more »
Embroidering on knitting is an excellent way to spice up your knitting. You can add colorful designs without having to follow a complicated color chart, as you change different yarns as you knit your piece.
By Venice Kichura | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
There's nothing quite more devastating to a woman than losing her hair. Yet, that's the reality most women face when they undergo chemotherapy treatments for cancer.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/30/2008 | Read more »
Just because your child struggles with autism, doesn't mean he (or she) can't go to college. If he's a high functional autistic student, chances are he can experience college life, as well as earn a degree.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/29/2008 | Read more »
Can you knit on an airplane? Yes, you can. However, before you pack a bag full of knitting supplies, consider these tips...
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/29/2008 | Read more »
If you're really serious about political issues, then you should get involved with supporting the candidate who matches your values.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/25/2008 | Read more »
If you're not careful a master manipulator can get whatever he wants from you by using everything he (or she) can do to accomplish his agenda.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/14/2008 | Read more »
Although you may not prefer working when most everyone else is sleeping, you can survive a graveyard shift if you learn some basic coping skills, as well as maintain a positive attitude.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/14/2008 | Read more »
Female genital mutilation (FGM) by opponents has been performed upon millions of young girls (mostly in Africa and the Middle East) , scarring them for life. Find out what's being done to stop this brutal tradition.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/14/2008 | Read more »
Although you usually think of tapeworms attacking animals, human beings can also be invaded.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/11/2008 | Read more »
Left-handed people may have more challenges as they live in a right-handed world where most tools are not designed for them.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/11/2008 | Read more »
While ADD (attention disorder) was a diagnosis given for kids who had trouble focusing ten years ago, it's bipolar disorder that's getting the most attention today.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
Now you don't necessarily have to be at the end of your rope, to get help, as someone who calls Crisis Line, a service that's been helping people for decades.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
If your child (or grandchild), who loves to watch you cross-stitch, asks, "Mommy, teach me to stitch," what should you do?
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
A great way to beat the winter blues is to get a good workout. And, just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you can only workout indoors. By using common sense, you can maintain an outdoor running workout even when it's freezing.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
If you're frustrated because you still haven't lost the weight you'd hope to loose in 2007, you can still take off pounds visibly by just dressing in a way that makes you look slimmer.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
If you're flying more than eight hours to get to your destination, it's difficult to stay content if you first don't plan ways to survive the trip.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
As this is the time for New Year's Resolutions, many Christians determine to read their Bibles more as we start a new year.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
Once you turn 50, it's vital you have an annual physical, as well as other needed medical exams to check for possible problems.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/3/2008 | Read more »
If you're disabled and confined to your home, it's easy to feel useless and not important to others.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/3/2008 | Read more »
Ice storms can be deadly, but if you don't panic, prepare for them, and use common sense you can get through them.
By Venice Kichura | Published 1/3/2008 | Read more »
With Christmas and after-Christmas sales soon ending, we now look forward to replenishing our linen closets as those annual January white sales will soon be starting in stores everywhere.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
Maybe you've dreamed of owning a dog, but you feel you just can't keep up with all that's required in caring for one.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
Although losing weight is a resolution made more than any other at the begging of a new year, it's also probably the resolution that's most easily broken.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
There's nothing more frightening to a freelancer than being informed that you must report to an IRS representative, or even worse, have the IRS visit your home office.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
If your life is about 90% work, then maybe it's time to relax more and acquire a new hobby
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/28/2007 | Read more »
With the New Year almost here, you may be pulling out your old walking shoes from the closet, to start a new walking routine to burn off all those holiday pounds.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
As we prepare to ring in 2008, many of us are getting ready to celebrate New Year's Day by following various New Year's traditions.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
With all the expectation in the air over opening gifts on Christmas morning, you're hoping your children are satisfied with what they find under the tree. But what if all you see, instead, are disappointed faces? What should you do?
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Most mornings, I'm up early with enough energy to do most of my work before lunchtime. But, too often, I find myself dosing off any time after 2 PM if I don't take necessary steps to fight my afternoon fatigue.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/20/2007 | Read more »
Maybe a nonreligious person would never enter a church to find God, but through powerful spiritual fiction, many an agnostic has come to faith by reading a powerful spiritual short story or novel.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/19/2007 | Read more »
If you're thinking of moving to a new area when you retire, then check out North Georgia, as it's fast becoming one of the most desirable retirement areas in the United States.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/19/2007 | Read more »
Giving away a gift that someone gave to you, (better known as regifting) may seem tacky, but it's done more than you think.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/19/2007 | Read more »
You can take good care of your body----eat the right foods, don't drink or smoke, and regularly work out, but still look older than you are because you don't dress appropriately for your age.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/18/2007 | Read more »
If you have to move during winter months, take heart. It's not that bad if prepare for the trip before you move to your new home.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
Although Christmas is a merry time for many people, it's also a sad time if you've recently lost a loved one or approaching an anniversary of a death of someone special.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
If you'd like to entertain during the holidays, but having a formal holiday dinner party overwhelms you, then why not have a Christmas Open House?
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
If your hair isn't right, your day just isn't right either, as most of you already know who've ever experienced a "bad hair day." You may know you need a new hair style, or even a makeover but just not sure how to go about it.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/7/2007 | Read more »
As we're approaching the shortest day of the year later this month (December 20) many of us are fighting depression because of lack of sunlight. Symptoms may include anything from feeling glory to full-blown depression.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/5/2007 | Read more »
By being your own contractor, subcontracting out work, you can save a considerable amount of money when refinishing your basement.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/5/2007 | Read more »
Autistic children love to get gifts at Christmas just as any child. However, there are toys and games that particularly help them improve in their motor skills, as well as entertain.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/4/2007 | Read more »
Decorating a nursing home room for Christmas for an elderly parent may be difficult, as well as sad, as realize your loved one won't be with you and the rest of the family for Christmas.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
As most outdoor events in Connecticut have closed for the winter, touring historic homes is a favorite pastime for both residents and tourists.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
Although historic homes are sprinkled throughout North Carolina, there are three especially notable homesteads in the greater Asheville area you won't want to miss when you visit western North Carolina.
By Venice Kichura | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
When you first begin to cross stitch you can easily lose your place. But once you learn some helpful tips, such as how to grid your fabric, even large projects are easy and enjoyable.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/30/2007 | Read more »
You may be tempted to give someone a pet for Christmas. But before you buy that "doggie in the window", make sure you're making the right decision and giving it at the right time.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/30/2007 | Read more »
If you're artistic, enjoy working with you hands, like to work with chisels, sand paper, wood finishes, and glue, you may want to try woodcarving. Once you carve your first woodcarving, you'll want to do more.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/13/2007 | Read more »
If your children need extra help with their writing skills, besides what they receive from their teachers and classmates in school, then check out some helpful internet writing web sites just for kids
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/12/2007 | Read more »
When churches become too big to be warm and friendly, it's imperative that they offers several home group fellowships so members can bond and get to know one another.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/12/2007 | Read more »
Like me, you may love country pinks and blues, but if you're deciding on colors for your new home, you'll want to choose what's hot for today, and not be stuck in the 1980s.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/12/2007 | Read more »
Gardeners living in the drought-stricken states of Georgia, Alabama, and Florida are growing frantic as the ongoing lack of precipitation here in the southeast continues to worsen.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/11/2007 | Read more »
If you live in the North Georgia Mountains, you can take advantage of a diversity of Christmas events and activities this upcoming holiday season.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/10/2007 | Read more »
People faint (or pass) for various reasons. It could be a psychological cause (such as how I usually pass out when not I not only get a shot but also see someone else getting a shot.)
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/10/2007 | Read more »
Do you have a poor Fico score? If it's under 580, then you need to improve it.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/3/2007 | Read more »
Do you have a world traveler on your holiday shopping list? If so, there are a variety of practical, as well as unique stocking stuffers you can give him (or her) that will be put to good use when he takes that long-awaited trip overseas.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/2/2007 | Read more »
The upcoming holidays can be expensive for most people. But if you're on a strict budget, it's especially challenging to celebrate the holidays without feeling anxious because you fear going into debt.
By Venice Kichura | Published 11/2/2007 | Read more »
With an increasing rate of autism being diagnosed in children, it's becoming even more imperative for parents to have early screening done on even their toddlers and babies.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/31/2007 | Read more »
When difficult people try to force their agendas or spread ugly rumors on us, we're often tempted to lash out at them.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/30/2007 | Read more »
Often when people who are weary in their careers, approach midlife and wonder if they could have succeeded in another profession
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/30/2007 | Read more »
You don't need to invest a lot of money to transform a dull bedroom into an elegant guest room.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/30/2007 | Read more »
When I used to visit my parents in Haywood County, North Carolina, I always loved to hang out in downtown Waynesville. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this popular mountain village is a popular tourist spot with a rich variety of fine art studios and stores.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/28/2007 | Read more »
Just because it's Thanksgiving doesn't mean you have to blow your Weight Watchers program or any diet that you may be following.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/28/2007 | Read more »
Do you like ever wish you could paint as well as you could draw?
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/28/2007 | Read more »
As the eyes are the window of the soul, if you don't get the eyes right, your entire portrait will not produce the likeness of a person and will be off balance.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/28/2007 | Read more »
Covering ugly basement concrete is one of the best improvements you can make when refinishing your basement.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/26/2007 | Read more »
If you love to cradle and rock newborns, as well as give hugs to kids, then why not offer your love to babies and small children in desperate need of cuddling and hugs.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/26/2007 | Read more »
Although most artists use regular drawing paper and linen canvas for drawing, as well as painting in acrylics and oils, I've found wood to be an even better surface for my artwork.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/26/2007 | Read more »
While most kids visit their Florida grandparents, there are grandparents (such as myself) who don't live in the sunshine state who come to the Palm Beaches to visit their grandchildren.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/25/2007 | Read more »
When your dog gets diarrhea it can just as frustrating as if it were a small child. But with a little tender loving care from his owner, Fido will soon be back to normal.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/25/2007 | Read more »
Author Elizabeth Gilbert's number one New York Times' bestseller book, "Eat, Pray, and Love" may have touches of New Age theology from her trip to India, but for the most part, it carries important truths to Christians searching to grow in their faith.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/17/2007 | Read more »
Many of the items in your home are good for more than just one purpose. As an artist, or someone who just enjoys arts and crafts, you can find multiple uses for common household items which can also help you in your arts and crafts.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/17/2007 | Read more »
If you've ever known someone with leukemia who's had to wait for a bone marrow transplant, you know how agonizing the waiting was for not only the leukemia patient, but also for his family and friends.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/11/2007 | Read more »
Unlike most working people who know they'll be reporting to work each weekday, substitute teachers play a guessing game, wondering, will the phone wake me up after 5 a.m. and offer me a job?
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/11/2007 | Read more »
With the holidays soon approaching. many young families will be visiting grandparents and other family members Spending time with family can be stressful enough even if you have "normal" children.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
Whether you're sitting inside a stadium at a live football game or plopped in front of the TV cheering on your favorite team, you're bound to have high calorie food surrounding you.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
As someone who doesn't do well with change, at first I didn't like Windows Vista. I was surprised it had so many differences and new features.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
Although most cross stitch projects are finished either by the stitcher or framed by professionals, there are other creative ways to finish cross stitch project and other embroidered pieces.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
Many times the very people who need counseling are the people who just can't afford it. What should they do? Should they suffer silently?
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
Besides knowing that "HALT" means "Stop it!", you can also ask yourself four questions before giving in and taking that first compulsive bite. Using the "HALT" procedure has me, and many other compulsive overeaters.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
We hear a lot about reaching out and finding folks in need to help during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
But what if it's you and your family that needs help?
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
When I signed up to for be on my church pastoral care team, I didn't know I'd be on call to help out in a crisis so soon.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
Although the best season to sell your home is in the late spring and early summer, fall ranks second.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/8/2007 | Read more »
Counted cross stitch is easy, as well as enjoyable to do. Once you've done a few counted cross stitch projects, you'll discover why it's become the most popular form of embroidery in our country today.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/8/2007 | Read more »
When you're doling out Halloween treats you don't have to offer candy loaded with sugar and empty calories. Why not choose healthy treats that are nutritious as well as tasty for the trick or treaters who'll soon be knocking on your door?
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/8/2007 | Read more »
As today is my youngest granddaughter's first birthday, I'm hoping she loves the baby doll I sent her in the mail that coos "I love you." If you're like me and have raised only boys, it's a joy to shop for dolls and filly dresses after years of buying cars and trucks.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/8/2007 | Read more »
As a cross stitcher you've probably already heard about the value of such cross stitch software as Pattern Maker and Photo Pattern.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
With about almost five percent of all schoolchildren in the United States struggling with hyperactivity and attention deficit disorder, a national crisis has both parents and teachers concerned over how to manage their hyperactive children and students.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
Carbohydrates have received a bad rap these past few years. With the popularity of such low-carb and no-carb weight loss programs such as Atkins, the Zone, Protein Power and others, some dieters regard any carb as bad.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
Palm Beach County residents may celebrate the pre-holiday season shopping in their tank tops, shorts and flip-flops, but they still have a variety of fairs and holiday bazaars slated throughout the county.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
As 1 out of every 10 teenagers struggle with serious eating disorders such as anorexia to bulimia, parents of teens with Type 1 (or juvenile) diabetes need to be even more concerned if they suspect their teens are manipulating calories for insulin.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
Since I've been writing for Associated Content I've had a few opportunities to write for other web sites. But most of them have been nonpaying jobs to which I've replied, "thanks, but no thanks."
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/5/2007 | Read more »
If you have a child not quite old enough for kindergarten should you enroll him (or her) in preschool? That's a question parents ask once their children near their third and/or fourth birthday.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/4/2007 | Read more »
Noting a few red leaves in my backyard, I had mixed emotions. Although I loved to gaze at the distance hills ablaze with autumn colors, I'd rather not think about the flood of autumn leaves that will soon be falling all over our yard.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/4/2007 | Read more »
Only a few days into fall and I've already spotted some red leaves in our backyard. However, this is only the very beginning of fall foliage here in the North Georgia Mountains.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/3/2007 | Read more »
If you've knitted or crocheted for any length for time you probably have mountains of yarn stuffed in your craft closet. That's why it's important to take control over your yarn stash before it overwhelms you with clutter.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/2/2007 | Read more »
How many lives have been destroyed because of "privacy"? Passed a little more than thirty years ago, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act was created in 1974 to supposedly protect young people of their rights.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
With fall officially here it's time to start handcrafting all those special stocking stuffers for all those friends and family members on your holiday shopping list.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
When our son first told us he'd adopted a dog I was anything but excited. Here he was supporting a wife and 5 kids, and barely 30 years old and he's added another mouth to feed.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
Stressed out? Don't reach for a cigarette, the cookie jar, or that bottle of wine that could lead later on to more stress. Instead, reach for a ball of yarn or your favorite needlecraft.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
Although you may have taken advanced math courses years ago when you were in school, the math your child brings home may not look that familiar.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
If you have a beautiful home, love to cook and open up your home to strangers, then maybe you've thought about operating a bed and breakfast.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/27/2007 | Read more »
If you've ever had to either reformat or replace a computer hard drive, you know how devastated you feel. Not only do you lose valuable files and pictures, but you also spend hours reinstalling programs.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/27/2007 | Read more »
Don Piper's amazing story is not another near death experience tale. It's the story of a man who was literally dead for 90 minutes, who was brought back to life to tell his story, that heaven is real.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/26/2007 | Read more »
Although spelling and grammar is important, when small children first begin to write it should take a back seat to them being creative.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/25/2007 | Read more »
Weekends are always hard on dieters. And with fall football, upcoming Oktoberfest, fairs, and all the other fall festivities (where the wrong foods call out our names), it's even more of a challenge to not cheat on your diet.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/25/2007 | Read more »
Although some folks believe that pastors only work a few hours, one day a week, the truth is they're on call 24/7. Next month church members get the chance to show their pastors just how much they're loved and appreciated as October is Pastor Appreciation Month.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/25/2007 | Read more »
For many folks, it's an exciting time of year. The days are getting shorter and cooler---the leaves will soon be turning from natural greens to dazzling autumn colors or reds, oranges, and yellows.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
Each year more than 2.5 million Americans have cataracts removed from their eyes. Cataracts usually occur in older people, affecting about half of the population of Americans over the age of 65.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
We all love to believe we've been offered a "deal", have won a contest, or have come upon good fortune. However, unfortunately, we live in a world polluted with telemarketers eager to take advantage of you and grab your money.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
It's linen that's the hallmark of family heirlooms. But because cross stitchers often feel they could never stitch on linen, they don't even attempt it.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
If you think "more" is better when adding to your colored pencil collection, think again. The key to rich, stunning colors in your colored pencil drawings is not having hundreds of different colored pencils readily available.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
The easiest way is to transfer an embroidery design to fabric is by simply using commercial iron-on transfers, sold in many fabric and needlecraft stores.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/24/2007 | Read more »
Although most cross stitchers use Aida and linen fabrics for their cross stitching, others have discovered you don't have to limit your stitching
backgrounds to the traditional cross stitch fabrics sold in craft stores.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/10/2007 | Read more »
Although most couples choose summer for their weddings, others prefer the Christmas holidays. Christmas is a time of year when folks are already in a party mood, so why not schedule your wedding when everyone's humming, "Joy to the World?"
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/7/2007 | Read more »
On Tuesday, September 11th, 2007, an American flag should be displayed outside every home, apartment, office, and store in the United States.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/6/2007 | Read more »
If you have a home with an unfinished basement, you can almost double the size of your house, as well as add value to your property.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/5/2007 | Read more »
Although it's still in the mid to upper Although it's still in the mid to upper 90s here in the North Georgia Mountains, fall will soon be in the air here in the North Georgia Mountains.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/5/2007 | Read more »
With the recent suspected suicide attempt of actor Owen Wilson in the news, there's much talk, again, about depression.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/5/2007 | Read more »
After you've sent your child through college, you would assume your financial obligations are done. But not necessarily. About 65% of college graduates are finding their way back to the empty nest.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
Before a writer starts to write anything he has to make a basic decision. Should I write in the present and past tense?
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
Any parent who raises teenagers knows that there's never quite enough money for their kids' many financial "needs".
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
If you love to write and do research, but don't care if you get the credit then you might enjoy ghostwriting.
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
If you suspect your child suffers from attention deficit disorder (better known as ADD) you need to get him (or her) tested to make sure of a diagnosis. Too often children are labeled ADD when it just is not the case
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
"Take me now, Sonny. Today would have been our fiftieth wedding anniversary if my Walter hadn't died nine months ago."
By Venice Kichura | Published 9/1/2007 | Read more »
If you're a senior citizen should you adopt a pet? And if so, what kind of pet?
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/31/2007 | Read more »
If you're a Weight Watchers, I'm sure you've dined at restaurants, enjoying the food, but wondering, how many points are is this entre?
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/31/2007 | Read more »
Ever since my new neighbors told me they once saw a bear in their backyard, I've been reluctant to take long walks in my neighborhood.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/30/2007 | Read more »
If you love to cross stitch, better start now on those Christmas gifts you plan to give to friends and family in less than four months.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/30/2007 | Read more »
If you've ever worked as a substitute teacher in any grade level, you know how thankful you are when the regular teacher leaves clear lesson plans for you to follow.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/30/2007 | Read more »
Are you a yo-yo dieter? Maybe you have even lost a considerable amount of weight more than once in your life. Then, the cycle continued as you started another diet, again, just before you regained back all those pounds you lost in the first place.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/30/2007 | Read more »
After watching Dr. Oz this week on Oprah talk about the value of a heart scan, I'm more motivated now than ever to take better care of the one heart God gave me.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/30/2007 | Read more »
A little sun is still a good thing, but don't overdo it. Your favorite over-the-counter sunscreens may soon be giving out stricter cautions about your time in the sun thanks to a recent FDA proposal which generates new rating systems for sunscreens.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/30/2007 | Read more »
When I first bought a quilting pen about six years ago, I thought it would be just for quilting. Since then, I've used my quilting pen for many other artistic and crafty jobs besides quilting.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/29/2007 | Read more »
If you are proficient in a particular subject and looking for ways to make some extra cash, why not make money tutoring?
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/29/2007 | Read more »
Although fall is noted for its stunning leaves in Connecticut, it's also the best time of year for fairs, festivals, and art shows.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/29/2007 | Read more »
If you love children and love to crochet, why not make prayer teddy bears for children in hospitals? As you crochet the teddy bears, you not only bless sick children with new friends, but also send out your prayers by praying for the children who'll be receiving them.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/28/2007 | Read more »
When my dad started to have hand tremors, years ago, we suspected there was a problem. Then when my aunt suggested we have him tested for Parkinson's' Disease, our fears were confirmed.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/27/2007 | Read more »
I looked down from my recliner, yesterday afternoon, and almost fainted when I saw a dark red spot on my dark green carpet. Being one who passes out when they see blood, I screamed.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/27/2007 | Read more »
If you're like me and struggle with compulsive overeating, you probably put food in your mouth other than three times a day.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/27/2007 | Read more »
With the start of the new school year come challenges not only for our kids, but for moms as well. It's hard to let go, knowing all your children face at school.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
We hear a lot about attention deficit disorder (better known as ADD) in kids. But some people, it's not until they reach adulthood that even realize they struggle with ADD.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
If you suffer from osteoarthritis as 43 million other Americans, you know the discomfort that this disease brings. Just doing simple tasks as walking up and down stairs and doing your housework can be painful.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
If you have ever submitted your writing to an online writing community for review, you've probably received a critique (either positive or negative) for your work. You waited and nervously looked for any feedback other writers would leave on your "masterpiece."
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
With college starting up, again, fraternities and sororities all over the country will soon be holding rush week, inducting new pledges.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
If you're like most artists, you probably have a basement full of paintings and drawings taking up space. Here are some other ways (besides art shows) that you can earn money with your art....
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
"So you've had some work done?" If you overheard this comment at a social gathering, chances are the "work done" is not a house remodeling project. More likely, it's a nose job, a tummy tuck, or some other tweaking to the body.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/22/2007 | Read more »
By just tweaking your some "extras" from your lifestyle, as well as cutting out bad habits, you'd be amazed at how much "found money" you could earmark toward your stack of bills.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/21/2007 | Read more »
Just about every year around this time, no matter we we've lived we get attacked
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/20/2007 | Read more »
With many schools already in session now, students are either relieved or disappointed over their new teachers.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/20/2007 | Read more »
For years I searched for work to do at home but about all I found were scams.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/20/2007 | Read more »
If you live here in Georgia and have a garden, perhaps you've noticed several of your beautiful flowers wilted by now---after a week of temperatures from 99 to over 100, it's hard on not only humans, but plants and flowers as well.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/20/2007 | Read more »
Many Christians hope and pray for an opportunity to travel to the Holy Lands. But what they don't realize is most trips require you to be in good physical shape.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
Years ago, when I was a student, folks rarely worried about safety at school.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/17/2007 | Read more »
If you're a dog owner, you've probably had to make a decision about your "baby" whenever you've had to leave town.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/14/2007 | Read more »
One of the main reasons I was delighted to move out of my old Connecticut home was I was leaving some uninvited house guests who seem to squirm their way into my home each year around the first week in September.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/14/2007 | Read more »
If you live in an area that has been deluged with rain lately, you've probably already noticed all the wild mushrooms that have sprouted up on your property.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/14/2007 | Read more »
Nestled in at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains is the quaint mountain village of historic Dahlonega, Georgia---home of the first U.S. gold rush
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
Only three hours on the road left from our two-day road trip going back home from Texas to Georgia, and I was a bored passenger.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
When my Connecticut dentist examined my teeth, seven years ago, he was impressed I had only two cavities in my entire 50 plus years of life.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
My friend Lucy, back in South Windsor, Connecticut is a multi-gifted lady. A school nurse by day, she's an artist and craftsman by night.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
When our house was on the market almost a year ago, we knew it was a bad time to sell a house---Some well-meaning folks hinted to try later when the market would later pick up.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
I took half a dozen books on my car trip last week, traveling from my home in North Georgia to Ft. Worth Texas last week, being optimistic of reading at least one of them.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/12/2007 | Read more »
If you suspect you have high blood pressure, you'd better make sure you get it treated immediately, as well as properly. If you ignore the signs, high blood pressure could lead to short-term memory loss, as well as other serious medical problems later.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/12/2007 | Read more »
If you're the parent (or teacher) of a Down syndrome child you can give your child the confidence that he or she needs to be a thriving young person and make the most of life. Here are a few pointers for parents and educators....
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/12/2007 | Read more »
One of my proudest accomplishments in life was the day I reached my goal weight of 135, trimming off 70 pounds.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/12/2007 | Read more »
If you struggle with depression now, you stand a stronger chance getting dementia later on in life.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/12/2007 | Read more »
My 85-year-old Texan mom may struggle with her short-term memory, but there's one thing she never forgets----the senior van picks her up each weekday between 8-9 AM to take her to the Granbury Senior Center.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/7/2007 | Read more »
Some showers, whether for brides or expectant mothers are given for very special people.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/7/2007 | Read more »
The time is ticking and it's now less than a year that we leave for our trip to the Holy Lands.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
With most cancers, patients get at least a few heads up that something's going on in their bodies that just isn't right.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
"Maybe I need a l2-step recovery group," I remember telling a Christian friend several years ago as I struggled with my on-going food addiction.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
As an artist, I learned about the white gesso, years ago taking various art courses in oils and acrylics.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/6/2007 | Read more »
The family made the transition gracefully and it proved to be a big success for all. The kids quickly adjusted, falling into the public school routine and making new friends.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/3/2007 | Read more »
Stress is harmful to folks regardless of their age. However, if you're older it's especially detrimental as it can lead coming down with the painful disease known as shingles.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/3/2007 | Read more »
By now, I'm sure we've all heard how dressing in certain colors can fool the eye, making our not-so-slim bodies appear thinner.
By Venice Kichura | Published 8/3/2007 | Read more »
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