Bio:
As a freelance writer and citizen journalist, I have written for both passion and pay. My two favorite types of writing are personal essays and journalism; however, I also enjoy writing flash fiction and poetry. My writing can be found on a variety of websites.
As a freelance writer and citizen journalist, I have written for both passion and pay. My two favorite types of writing are personal essays and journalism; however, I also enjoy writing flash fiction and poetry. My writing can be found on a variety of websites.
Education/Experience:
Academics: Bradley Univ. '83-BS in Criminal Justice, Minor in Sociology; Univ of MN '06-College of Continuing Ed/Cultural Studies coursework. Work History includes 15+ years working as a Probation Officer; currently I am a SAHM.
Academics: Bradley Univ. '83-BS in Criminal Justice, Minor in Sociology; Univ of MN '06-College of Continuing Ed/Cultural Studies coursework. Work History includes 15+ years working as a Probation Officer; currently I am a SAHM.
Interests:
I enjoy writing, listening to music, reading, camping, hiking, puzzles (crossword and jigsaw) and so much more,
I enjoy writing, listening to music, reading, camping, hiking, puzzles (crossword and jigsaw) and so much more,
Motto:
"Be the change you want to see in the world." --Gandhi
"Be the change you want to see in the world." --Gandhi
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Would you like to be buried in a coffin that looks liike a cobra?
By Deb Pleasants | Published 7/20/2008
Looking for a safe and fun way to celebrate New Year's Eve with your family. Check out some of these great events in the Twin Cities.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 12/27/2007
Taking steps now to remove sandbur plants from playground will save your children from excruciating pain.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 7/11/2007
Why spend a fortune sending your clothes the the dry cleaners when you can clean it yourself for free using a one of the best natural cleaners known--urine.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/27/2007
On our recent trip to Chicago, we were greeted by a massive insect attack that it reminded me of the plagues from the Bible.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/26/2007
Summer Reading Programs are a fun and rewarding way to encourage your child to read during the summer and best yet--they're free.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/7/2007
A poem about the turbulent times of the 1960's; and a lasting friendship that emerged from it.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/6/2007
The true story of an otherwise sane child who becomes so obsessed with cake that she loses all rational thought and turns into a devious cake thief. But will her brilliant idea backfire?
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/6/2007
For the past 22 year Minneapolis has celebrated Juneteenth with music, food and activities that welcome people of all ethnicities. Perhaps that is why it now has one of the largest celebrations in the country.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/1/2007
St. Paul, MN residents are revving up for the largest 1-day festival in the Midwest.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/1/2007
Five important points everyone should know about race.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/29/2007
How would Josephine approach the Catholic church's attitude toward gays?
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/28/2007
Do you know what it feels like to be treated with suspicion because of your skin color?
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/24/2007
An elderly couple's love still shines after so many years.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/24/2007
Flash Fiction: A short story of a son's unconditional love for his mother.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/24/2007
Exhibit uncovers the lies about race and why it was constructed.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/21/2007
Teen director Kiri Davis takes a harsh yet honest look at how many black teenage girls see themselves as ugly because of their skin color and hair. Then by repeating the famous doll experiment from 50 years ago,she shows this self-hate is evident even in preschoolers.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/21/2007
A PBS documentary leads to my own DNA search for my ancestral roots.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/21/2007
Can a simple pack of cryaons change the world? You decide.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/17/2007
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