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Carolyn McFann

living in Largo, FL
   
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Carolyn McFann is a scientific and nature illustrator and writer, living in Largo, Florida. She is the owner of Two Purring Cats Design Studio.

Education/Experience: Rochester Institute of Technology

Interests: animals, nature, art, marketing, biology, business, travel, gardening, photography

Motto: There is no life without coffee.

Affiliations: Two Purring Cats Design Studio, My art and life blog at Blogger.com, Two Purring Cats Studio at Zazzle.com

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With schools shutting down their art programs, give your child an artistic boost with some basic drawing lessons. Build enthusiasm and confidence with these simple steps.
With business and factories laying off and closing, American workers are having a tough time finding suitable employment to replace those lost jobs. Here are some ideas on keeping the bills paid during these hard times.
For many generations, the Wienermobile has been large and attention grabbing. Now there is more practical version of this old favorite to go along with these gas conserving times.
An insider's guide on how to eat well and cheaply while on vacation in Mexico. You don't have to spend big bucks to have fresh and quality local food.
In Saratoga Springs, New York there is a beautiful and charming hotel called the Gideon Putnam. This is one customer's review of a special place that is like stepping way back in time, to the beauty and grace of fifty years ago.
At work, we are taught to be team players, when in fact many people would rather work independently deep down. If you are an introvert don't beat yourself up for not thinking like the others. Some famous people did their best work alone.
If living in the suburbs bores you and living in another country for awhile sounds interesting, then here are tips on what it's like to move abroad and see how others live. It is educational and fascinating, but not for everyone.
Get through the pain of childhood abuse and improve the quality of your life by practising a few tried and true techniques. Let go of the hurt and enjoy freedom from the depression and frustrations of the past.
If you love art, then try collecting. It is a fun hobby that doesn't have to cost you an arm or a leg. Thoughts from an artist on how to collect art for personal enjoyment.
When pets are messy, keeping the carpet clean can be a huge chore for most pet owners. The battle against carpet filth can be conquered, with a little help from Hoover.
Living with someone who wants to control or criticize everything can be exhausting. Here are some ways to handle life with a narcissist, while maintaining your well-being.
Flea products can be dangerous to your pet, so it pays to be very careful when choosing the right product to use on your dog or cat. Here are tips to help you with your choice for the right flea medicines.
If you're looking for a memorable holiday present for someone, try something useful that they will enjoy on a monthly basis. This way, they're thinking of you all year long, not just on the day that they received your gift.
There are many versions of the famous board game, Monopoly, but this new one sure fits in well with current trends. Monopoly now has an "Electronic Banking Edition" for those who prefer buying their real estate with credit instead of cash.
With severe snowstorms hitting the north, sometimes it's best to stay in and wait out the storm until it passes. It's better to be safe than sorry when driving conditions are dangerous.
If you are tired of the daily drive to work then hire in as a home agent for companies and telecommute via computer and telephone every day. There are honorable companies out there, waiting for you to apply, it just takes a little job hunting.
If you want to expand your repertoire of filters on Adobe Photoshop, try some free plug-ins. On the Internet, there are sites that offer different kinds, to make image manipulation even more fun than it already is.
Mount Everest is being wired to take cellular phone transmissions and make communications easier for its many climbers. China Mobile is gearing up to make the mountain signal friendly for the upcoming Beijing Olympics.
If you want to boost the nutrition of your cooking and baking, add in a little dried fruit into your recipes. Be creative and experiment with them, to bring out the flavor in your family meals.
If you want to add a little interest to your rooms, try alternative lighting to create moods and add elegance. There are a bunch of creative options to choose from, other than the usual traditional desk lamp.
A popular fad of yesteryear, the Rubik's Cube, is back and electrified. It captured previous generations, will it do the same this time around? Let's see how the Rubik's Revolution cube does with today's gamers.
If money is tight and home ownership isn't an option at the moment, don't despair. There are benefits to living in an apartment, over a house, whether or not you plan to buy real estate later on.
After the death of a dearly loved pet, we go through a roller coaster of emotions. Here are comforting thoughts on coping and recovering from the loss of your furry friend and family member.
If you have items to sell, online sites make getting rid of unwanted stuff simple. Here are a few tried and true examples of low cost or free places to make a little extra holiday cash.
If you are a cat owner, don't forget kitty when shopping for holiday gifts. Here's a few cat-proven favorites for your furry friend.
Found in craft stores all over, Friendly Plastic is a great material for expressing your creativity. With its beautiful colors, patterns and finishes, it can be transformed into original and elegant jewelry .
Enjoy the holiday season with the kids, by making great creations with polymer clay. This synthetic clay can be bought at most craft stores, comes in a bunch of colors and can be baked right in the oven.
If you want to get a good glimpse of the kitchen drama that goes on behind the scenes of restaurants, watch Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares. It's educating and entertaining at the same time.
Baking with yeast isn't hard, and is fun to do. Breads make great gifts for friends and family during the holidays, and they make your home smell divine as they bake, too.
If you want to calm your mind and feel better about everyday life, give DBT a try. Courses are offered worldwide by professional therapists, and its popularity is growing like wildfire.
Beware of mail initiated contests that are really marketing tools, to get you to buy things such as magazines or vacation packages. This useful information can help you to avoid buying things you don't want or need and help keep you off marketers' mailing lists.
To get the full feel for a vacation destination and possibly save money overall, rent an apartment or house for a month. Take that money you would have paid for an expensive resort and go souvenir shopping instead.
If the drudgery of cleaning the cat litter box is getting to you, then there is hope. Here are new alternatives to make cat waste removal much more simple and convenient.
when you're really sick of your work and plan to go work for someone else, give yourself a well-needed break between jobs, to rejuvenate yourself and relax.
When interviewing with a prospective employer, it pays to be cautious. Many employers are ethical but there are those who use deceptive techniques to pull you in, only to change their tune to the negative later. Words to the wise, by one who has been there.
Holiday office parties range from tame to over the top craziness. If you're anticipating your corporate get-together, this article is for you. Thoughts from one who has seen it all, practically.
Is your apartment balcony like everyone else's, bare, with nothing on it? Make that space more festive during the holidays, and an extension of your living space during the warm months. Here's some tips how to do it.
When you want to let someone special know that you're thinking of him or her, send them a care package. It'll make both of you happy, and they'll appreciate your kind gesture.
If fear of learning the computer has held you back from trying, then worry no more. Using a pc just takes a little patience and perserverence. Words of encouragement for those who want open their worlds up to a medium that makes life a whole lot easier.
Living with or knowing someone with major depression can be frustrating. Here are some thoughts on helping them, by one who has lived with the condition for many years and has learned to overcome it with hard work.
Soon, the kids will be on Christmas vacation from school. Here's some fun ideas for you and your family to enjoy the holiday time off together.
Do the holidays get you down? Here's thoughts on dealing with common holiday stresses, so that you can have a good time with friends and family during Christmas, Hanukkah or other end of year celebrations.
Uplifting thoughts to help the grieving pet owner adjust to life without a beloved dog or cat. Don't be hard on yourself, or be ashamed about your feelings, you aren't going crazy. Your pet was special and missing him or her is fully justified and understandable.
For singles, or those far from family during the holidays, this uplifting article is full of ideas to inspire you to have a happy season, with or without those you love.
Motivational thoughts on dealing with a job that you've outgrown, and allowing yourself to move on with peace and dignity. If you're really sick of your current job, this article will lift your spirits.
Living on your own doesn't need to be depressing or lonely. Instead, brighten up your world with some tips from a confirmed happy single person who prefers an independent existence to marriage.
If you're struck with serious back pain such as sciatica, it can make everyday functioning difficult. Here are tips for single people living alone, to help in coping with the problems. Make yourself as comfortable as possible as you recuperate.
A strike hits General Motors, as the workers rally for retiree benefits and other important issues. A GM car owner's thoughts on the employees' frustrating situation.
The new CBS series, "Kid Nation" is a show like no other. Will it be a hit or a flop? This interesting new show has viewers curious, wondering what to expect next from these youthful pioneers.
If you feel down and need a boost, here are thoughts inspired by those who have suffered and gotten through some very tough situations. They make us aware that life is indeed a gift.
If you love to bake or cook, then finding whatever items you need for the kitchen is easier than ever. The internet has sites for practically all your food preparation needs.
Anticipating the holidays can be overwhelming, so it pays to start early and get shopping done before the mad rush starts. Thoughts on making it through the holidays as stress-free as possible.
Don't let lack of money or being alone dampen your holiday spirit. Here's a few ideas on decorating and gift-giving during the holidays, when you're on a budget.
Spending time in the tropical paradise of the Mayan Riviera is a nature and history lover's dream. An American woman's account of living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico and exploring the surrounding areas.
A first look at some of the upcoming years hot new compact cars, that have style and class.
Getting groceries online is a convenient way to save money. Here are tips on getting everyday store items on the web. It can save you money and make life a lot easier.
Are you stressing because your company is in the midst of layoffs, outsourcing or downsizing? If so, here are some helpful hints to keep your sanity while weathering the storm
Famous naturalists such as Steve Irwin and Timothy Treadwell died doing what they loved best, documenting nature. There are lessons that we can learn from both their lives and tragic deaths.
Being a nature illustrator is a fascinating job for those who are truly dedicated to their craft. If you think this is for you, here are some tips by one who has spent many years in the business.
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Having an energetic cat can be a challenge. Here is one pet owner's story on successfully connecting to and living with, her furry little "wild child."
If you find yourself in a relationship with someone who won't let you break up with him or her, no matter what you do or say, then cut it off cold turkey and don't look back. If the person stalks you, here is some insight on how to deal with the situation.
Don't look at an ended relationship as a failure or waste of your time. Learn from the experience and keep a positive outlook on the opposite sex and in life.
If you're a creative person working in a job where being free-spirited is frowned upon, take heart. You have much to offer the corporate world. It isn't necessary to become a business clone, so maintain your individuality and fit in despite the critics.
Even if your kids are now grown and with their own children to raise, set a great example and be a good parent to them like you did when they were still living under your roof.
Take a little time off from work to replenish your energy and spend quality time with your family. Time is something most of us don't have enough of, so we need to schedule time in for our families when work gets too demanding.
It's a real adventure living among a temporarily swarming group of cicadas. Their loud buzzing and huge quantities is surreal. It's like being taken over by aliens. One resident's account of a recent takeover.
Birds who have babies can be really touchy about who is in their "space." Just ask the city of Peoria, Illinois. They have a Red-Winged Blackbird who is terrorizing everyone, as he tries to defend his nest against anyone who passes by.
As we get older, our priorities and interests evolve and change. Throughout it all, we do our best to make the most of our lives. Here's a few thoughts on the different decades as we go through them.
If you're planning to take a vacation on the western coast of Florida, come to Tampa Bay. Here you will find a large variety of excellent sport, cultural, natural activities and sights for the whole family.
Tips for you, the efficient office employee who finished all your job responsibilities early. You don't want to get handed a new stack of work by the boss, now, do you?
A view of today's nightclub scene, as compared to the club scene of years past. Things have changed a lot in fifteen years. Whatever happened to just having clean fun?
There is too much media focus on notorious celebrities who don't deserve the publicity for all their bad behavior. There is too much focus on partying, and not enough on morals and decency.
A small but powerful machine called a TENS unit is normally used for physical therapy but it has side benefits that may help depression.
Being a perfectionist can make you feel frustrated and upset. Here's some thoughts on dealing with it, from one who can fully relate and has taken steps to tone those overly high expectations for a better life.
Anyone who has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder knows how it can disrupt peace of mind and make life challenging at times. Here are some thoughts on the subject by a PTSD sufferer who fights it every step of the way.
Coffee is a beverage with a following like no other. It's hard to find anything that has captured the world's admiration quite like coffee.
If a crisis disturbs your peace and causes you to be in pain, reach out to others to get support and guidance. Don't go through hard times and suffering all alone.
Daily life in a cubicle can be a real drag when work is slow and you have time to kill, looking busy. Here are some creative things you can do when there's too much down time and you don't want to go ask the boss for something new to do.
As they age, older cats have different needs than they did when they were younger. Here's a few ideas on how to make your older cat happy and comfortable in his senior years.
Due to sky-high gas prices, many families have had to economize and adjust their budgets to make ends meet. There are ways to be resourceful, and still maintain a decent life while weathering the storm of money woes.
Being in the wholesale warehousing of tropical fish is an all-consuming job but fascinating to witness. Much dedication and hard work go into bringing beautiful, exotic fish to your home aquarium.
Helpful tips on using magic markers of many kinds to make artwork you'll be proud of. They're not just for stocking your office supply cabinet anymore.
Selling on Ebay is a good way to supplement your income, by getting rid of things you no longer want. Here are some tips on getting started as an Ebay seller.
Working a temporary job can help you save money for school, pay bills or even give you extra skills to help in life. If you need extra money quickly, temping is a good way to get it.
Whenever possible, choose solid wood construction when buying furniture, over particleboard. Real, solid wood lasts longer and is of much higher quality.
After a divorce, it may be a little intimidating to go back out in the singles' world again. With positivity, patience and a little help from friends, you can feel comfortable about it in a short time. Here's a few helpful hints.
Cancun and its surrounding areas are exotic and exciting; there is something for everyone in the Mayan Riviera. Here are some ideas for your next trip.
Finding the right apartment takes work, but the extra effort you put into it will pay off in the end. Find the right apartment for you with these helpful hints.
It pays to be careful when meeting someone you met on the internet, for the first time. Whether he or she is a potential friend or mate, here are practical tips to keep yourself safe as you get to know them.
To keep your spine in good, working order as you age, treat it with care. Back pain can come on suddenly and strongly so it pays to be good to your spine. Here are a few practical tips.
Drawing is a relaxing and fun hobby for anyone willing to take the time to learn it, step by step.
Nowadays, more and more companies are shifting their workforce by having their customer service personnel or sales agents work from home instead of in-house. Here are tips for success from a happy home agent.
It is easy to get caught up in work and need extra time to do what is necessary for the job. It takes a toll on our health and peace of mind so here are some tips to refresh and have more energy.
If you're just starting out and haven't done much with your kitchen yet, here are some very useful tools to food preparation easier. These tools will make cooking and baking a pleasure to do.
Do you feel worn out and sick of your job? Don't quit, just give yourself a break and think it over before making any drastic decisions. Usually, whatever problem you have will work itself out. Here are some thoughts on being worn out at work.
If you feel "on edge" and stressed most of the time, you aren't alone. Anxiety is a condition that can be frustrating to live with, but it can be fought. Here are some tried and true tips on how to get your peace back.
If your family needs something fun to do, pack up the kids and go to your local natural history museum. There, you will find a whole world of interesting and educational exhibitions from dinosaurs to the natural world of today.
It can be really aggravating when someone else puts you down or acts superior to you. Here are some tips on how to handle rude people and their insecure attempts to dig at you.
Stained glass adds a different kind of beauty to your home decor by adding light, color and elegance. To make your selection wisely, it helps to know what to look for in terms of craftsmanship and design. Here are some ideas to get you started.
When a family member or loved one is hard to relate to, use tried and true techniques to improve the relationship while being good to yourself.
Working for phyllo, or puff pastry, dough is fun and not as hard to do as you may think. Here are some tips on working with these versatile pastry sheets to make meals look elegant and taste great.
By accepting others for their differences (such as illness, medical condition or other,) we are not only helping them but ourselves as well.
Don't let depression control you, instead, you control it by fighting hard. It takes a lot of work but is well worth it to your peace of mind in the end.
If you're sick of looking at the same, boring apartment; try adding a few new things to make it look sophisticated and more interesting. A fresh look doesn't have to cost a lot of money.
When depression is strong, there can be a strong urge to do nothing and just give up and do nothing. Here are some tips by a survivor of major depression who has learned to fight and win the battle against that meddlesome apathy.
Some practical ways to make your cat love you even more than he already does right now. Pampering our pets is a fun way to let them know how special they really are.
Being a creative, freelancing artist or designer is admired by some, envied by others. Some just don't get us at all. Those who aren't creative sometimes struggle to understand us. One illustrator's view of life as a freelancer.
Make learning fun for the family by going sightseeing at historical places. This makes a great history lesson for the kids, and teaches things in a fun way instead of by the book.
For the full Caribbean experience, go to the exotic and colorful country of Jamaica. The town of Ocho Rios is a fascinating place to explore. The lush, tropical jungles and plentiful nature makes the perfect backdrop to a fun-filled vacation for the whole family.
When you own an energetic cat, in his mind, nothing is off-limits to him. A curious kitty can add spice to an otherwise dull home. If you have patience and love to spare, then get a young, energetic cat. Believe me, you won't be bored.
Growing orchids is fun and addictive once you learn a few key points about these lovely plants. Here are few tips on raising your first orchid successfully.
Your dreams are yours and yours alone. Here are uplifting and motivational thoughts on achieving them despite lack of support from friends or family.
When car trouble or illness make you immobile and unable to go to the store, don't despair. There are services out to make your life easier, all from the comfort of home. Here are a few tips on getting help when you need it the most.
The company of pets adds much to our lives. Sometimes, animals are better company than most humans due to their honest, unconditional approval. When humans get you down, spend time with animals and you'll end up enjoying life much more.
When you have a bad case of sciatica or a herniated disk, life grinds to a halt until the pain is managed. There is life after serious back pain. Resume a pain-free life by taking your time to heal and being careful while healing, to be good to your spine.
Enjoy your life to the fullest, at whatever age. Go ahead and enjoy being middle aged. We know ourselves and life better, and can now live our lives more effectively given that knowledge.
You want to move but are on a budget, is it worth leaving friends and family for the great unknown? Here are thoughts on moving interstate by someone who took the plunge, and is glad that she did.
Many people think cats are completely aloof, but this is a myth. Many cats are actually very loving and make great companions. They can be extremely devoted, with lovable quirks that will melt the most cat-hating heart.
Are you tired of your food cooking unevenly and slowly? Do you do a lot of baking, and want better texture and crust in your breads? Try a convection oven and you'll most definitely become hooked.
A commonly used machine for pain reduction, TENS units are also capable of stimulating your body to produce endorphins, or chemicals that help to improve your mood. These little machines are a little but mighty addition to pain sufferers' lives.
As we get older, our values and interests evolve. What we liked as younger women may not interest us anymore when we're 40. That's ok, and being older is no big deal. Don't let the big "40" get you down.
When you find a stray and want to help it, what is the best route to take? Here are some ideas on either keeping the cat or finding it another good home.
If you are spiritual and like positive, uplifting messages on a weekly basis, watch Joel Osteen's half-hour TV show on Sundays. He is a talented pastor from Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. Mr.Osteen's sermons are sure to get your attention without being overly preachy.