Deb Pleasants
Living in Saint Paul, MN
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Published Content: 22
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On AC since: 05.16.07
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 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
Taking steps now to remove sandbur plants from playground will save your children from excruciating pain.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 7/11/2007 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
St. Paul, MN residents are revving up for the largest 1-day festival in the Midwest.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 6/1/2007 | Read more »
Five important points everyone should know about race.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/29/2007 | Read more »
How would Josephine approach the Catholic church's attitude toward gays?
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/28/2007 | Read more »
Do you know what it feels like to be treated with suspicion because of your skin color?
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/24/2007 | Read more »
An elderly couple's love still shines after so many years.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/24/2007 | Read more »
Flash Fiction: A short story of a son's unconditional love for his mother.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/24/2007 | Read more »
Exhibit uncovers the lies about race and why it was constructed.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/21/2007 | Read more »
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 | Read more »
A PBS documentary leads to my own DNA search for my ancestral roots.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/21/2007 | Read more »
Can a simple pack of cryaons change the world? You decide.
By Deb Pleasants | Published 5/17/2007 | Read more »
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