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Racheline is an actor, writer and director with a journalism BA from GWU; she studied at the Atlantic Theater Company and NIDA. She lives in NYC with her partner and is the author of The Book of Harry Potter Trifles, Trivias and Particularities.
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George Washington University, BA in Journalism; National Institute of Dramatic Art; Atlantic Theater Company Acting School
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Fashion options highlighted by Big Love.
While there are many aspects of President Barack Obama's agenda I'm hoping he'll deliver on, none seems more critical to me and my family than a health care and insurance solution. It's a mess.
Natural Nectar Gluten Free Cracklebred (yes, really, without the "a"), a cracker-like product imported from Spain, is, while not unpleasant, conspicuously gluten free.
Poem about NYC, post-9/11
A review of Vital Theatre's The Klezmer Nutcracker
Street and neighborhood safety, how to get around town, and most important what to wear and what not to.
A look at some of the hottest on-screen kisses -- gay, lesbian and straight -- in film and television in 2008.
Christmas Eve menu planning advice.
An odd Christmas experience in Baltimore.
Tips for dealing with dry mouth induced by Pamine.
Ibuprofen, a painkiller and anti-inflammatory drug commonly sold as Advil in both prescription and non-prescription doses, is a common medication used for the aches and pains and cold and flu, headaches, dental work and minor injuries.
Information on Motrin use and xerostomia
An overview of Donnatal and the common side-effect of dry mouth
A review of a new gluten free frozen product
A review of this product for people unable to eat wheat and gluten
A look at natural remedies for canker sores
instructions for applying canker sore medication
information on swish and spit or swish and swallow canker sore remedies
An overview of the pros and cons of using anti-inflammatories to treat canker sores.
A look at why most people don't need to see a doctor if they have canker sores, but some should consider it.
A description of my experience with AC and how it's helped my many careers.
When the Twin Towers came down, I was in Queens, having spent the night at my then boyfriend's house. I overslept, missed the alarm and was late for a dentist appointment.
Tips for doing your child's make-up for a dance recital.
New York City loves pedestrians and pedestrians love New York City, which is why one of the best ways to see it is on foot.
Do's and Don'ts when a family adopts a child.
An overview of some of the kid-friendly walking tours out there that won't bore adults.
A review of some of the top bed and breakfasts in New York City.
tips on keeping up a long-distance paper letter correspondence
An overview of what to expect in the New York City Subway system.
An overview of the dog runs and parks of New York City.
Since my partner and I don't live in California, this ruling doesn't affect us directly.
An overview of comfort shoes and the most important features to look for when shopping for them.
New York State is full of ghosts. Go on a driving tour to visit some of the state's most famous haunted locations.
Information on the different overnight facilities at New York State Parks and which have the best ratings.
A brief guide to visiting West Point and the nearby town of Cold Spring, NY.
A description of the different types of underground cavern tours available at Howe's Cave, NY
Information on four breweries in New York City that offer tours and tastings.
An overview of two GLBT-friendly destinations within two hours of New York City by car or public transit.
The Hudson Valley is perfect for long or short road trips for women of diverse interests.
A brief synopsis of options for planning and taking a dance-themed weekend trip from the New York City metropolitan area
Celiac disease is a genetic illness that affects approximately 1 in 133 Americans.
A review of Australian manufacturer Orgran's gluten free falafel mix.
A review of Crispy Cat candy bars
Reviews of some of the best discount gourmet food stores in New York City.
A description of common acting and modeling scams on Craigslist and ways to avoid them.
Tips on accessories and styling for a poodle skirt costume
According to the Associated Press, some big box stores in the United States are limiting sales of rice in response to inflation in rice and other food prices globally.
Advice for getting affordable tickets to Broadway shows.
Tips for dealing with unusual or unfamiliar names.
One of my biggest problems with Hillary Clinton's candidacy is the expectation both from her camp and from the media that women will (and should) vote for her because of gender.
Five tips for navigating Craigslist to find paying writing work.
While the Internet makes writing letters on paper seem both slow and unnecessary, there remains many advantages to paper-based communications in personal relationships.
A description of five great gluten free products under five dollars and how you can get them.
Five tips for non-dancers on how to be more comfortable and look better on the dance floor.
An overview of the two major U.S. Harry Potter conferences in 2008 and a preview of LeakyCon 2009.
A review of Glutino gluten free breakfast bars.
How to use a blog to promote yourself and how to make sure that blog gets an audience.
A review of Babycakes, a gluten free bakery in New York City that is soon opening another location in Los Angeles.
A review of gluten free donuts from Kinnkinnick, a long time producer of gluten-free pastries and breads.
Trader Joe's has always tried to support its customers with gluten free diets, but only recently have they had a broad selection of gluten free products available. For those with gluten concerns, Trader Joe's is worth another look.
In many ways, Gothic makeup is the most important part of achieving a Goth look. After all, in the dark of a nightclub, people can't necessarily see your clothes, but they can definitely see your face.
A review of Varsano's, a chocolate store in New York City's West Village.
A review of gluten free products from Valpiform including croissants, brioches and more.
A review of Gourmet Land, a gluten free Chinese food restaurant on New York City's Upper East Side.
Where to shop or get advice on assembling the perfect costume for the upcoming Harry Potter book and movie releases.
A review of Mi-del gluten-free sandwich cookies.
A review of Glutino gluten-free pizzas.
One of the weirder aspects of my getting used to the need to be on a gluten-free diet thanks to celiac disease is craving foods I didn't expect to miss.
Are we misusing the advances in mental health science?
Some tips for being a good houseguest, especially in places where space is at a premium.
Things I've learnt about myself and celiac disease in the first six months after diagnosis.
A review of 300, based on the Frank Miller graphic novel.
A review of the French film Avenue Montaigne
A review of the new Mira Nair film
A review of the film Perfume starring Ben Whishaw
A review of the new film from Alfonso Cuaron.
A review of the film Dreamgirls that has better performances than plot structure.
A review of The Good Shepherd, a technically excellent film that could have focused on different parts of its story to more powerful effect.
A review of Miss Potter, a compelling and fully realized film about Beatrix Potter starring Renee Zellweger and Ewan McGregor
A review of the new film Blood Diamond, staring Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou
New James Bond, Daniel Craig, wants all his fans to be happy by expanding Bond's pool of potential romantic partners. Are fans ready?
A review of Anthony Minghella's Breaking and Entering.
A review of the new film, Venus
A review of the Emilio Estevez film Bobby
An overview of the continuing education programs at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens and the New York Botanic Gardens, both in New York City.
What being "queer" means to me, and why it's not offensive.
A review of Risotteria, a gluten free restaurant in New York City
A review of Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette
Is Severus Snape an untreated celiac sufferer? Is that why he's so mean and ugly? Maybe.
A review of Sarah Monette's Melusine, a fantasy novel with some queer themes.
A delicious, gluten-free pasta sauce
Five realities of the professional actor's life.
Information on what an actor can expect when booked to play a corpse.
A review of van's gluten free waffle products.
Information on what a professional actor booked for a nude scene in a SAG production can expect.
A review of Glutano gluten-free products.
A review of Hollywoodland, a drama about 1950s Hollywood.
For New Yorkers, it's less a matter of "Where were you on 9/11?" and more a matter of "What were the weeks after 9/11 like for you?"
An overview of basic information that will help you schedule and enhance your visit to New York City's St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Acting improvisation classes have benefits for other types of creative professionals and business people alike.
Some of the emotional responses you may face after getting diagnosed with celiac disease
A review of the gluten-free baked goods from Foods by George
A critique of the serious problems in the last several Project Runway episodes.
An overview of the offerings at Phoenix Rising, a Harry Potter conference taking place in New Orleans May 17 - 21, 2007.
A review of Snakes on a Plane
A look at the costs and offerings of Sectus 2007, a Harry Potter fan conference taking place in London in July 2007.
The trials and tribulations of gluten-free pizza
The story of my discovery that I have celiac disease.
A brief overview of the Harry Potter-related podcast phenomena.
Myths about single people and rebuttals to them.
A review of the Ovation super shallow body accoustic electric.
A review of Alexander the Great's Art of Strategy: The Timeless Lessons of History's Greatest Empire Builder by Partha Bose.
An editorial on how the cult of nice is rapidly replacing ambition in American society with ambivalence.
A review of Oliver Stone's film on the life of Alexander the Great.
A look at the designers, challenges and possibilities for the third season of Bravo's hit reality TV series, Project Runway.
Advice to make it safer and easier for those with celiac disease or other gluten and wheat intolerances to eat out.
Advice for actors on submitting effectively to electronic casting notices.
A review of child and adult characters in Harry Potter and their odds of surviving the conclusion of the series.
Advice for first-time writers of fanfiction
A review of Fortitude's Gluten-Free Cookies
Some basic tips for reducing the rsk of gluten cross-contamination in your home.
A humour piece on teh dubious origin of pug dogs.
Some basic tips for actors on marketing themselves to casting directors.
Do you have a mysterious intestinal illness? It may be celiac disease. Here are some things to consider when trying to decide if you should mention celiac as a possibility to your doctor.
A review of Raw Revolution Organic Live Food Bars
Information to help those with a sudden diagnosis of celiac disease.
A review and analysis of A.I., Steven Spielberg's darkest film and most significant in terms of directorial transition.
Information and advice for actors who have just become elligible to join SAG.
Things to consider when choosing veterinary care for your cat, based on my own experience with animal medical emergency in my pets.
Tips and tricks for enjoying and surviving Las Vegas
Cookie recommendations for celiacs and others on a gluten-free diet.
Maintaining a gluten-free diet because of celiac disease or other medical concerns can be difficult. Here are some product recommendations that are easy to find, gluten-free and great for those who eat on the run.
Tips of carry-on luggage rules for air travel to help you save time.
A brief explanation of the fanfiction phenomenon along with an overview of Harry Potter fanfiction as well as specific story recommendations and information on fanfiction archives.
Advice for actors wanting to make the transition to directing
Where and how an actor should submit their headshot and resume if they are interested in doing extra work in New York City.
While polgyamy and polyamory are radically different ideas, HBO's Big Love provides many reminds for those in polyamorous relationships about how to make things work.
Five tricks for minimizing ear and sinus pain for airline travellers.
Information on the particulars of gabling in Atlantic City.
A review of The Star Trek Experience museum and ride at the Hilton in Las Vegas.
A brief guide to Washington DC from someone who used to live there.
An overview of some of the opportunities available for those interested in historical reenactment of the first quart of the 19th Century
A look at the acting training program provided by Atlantic Theater Company Acting School
A review of the film about legendary sex researcher Alfred Kinsey.
Some commonly asked questions and my own answers on common concerns from those raising kids in a two (or more) religion household.
Where and how to get involved in equestrian activities in teh five boroughs of New York City
Advice on surviving cross-country buss travel based on one woman's gruelling trip from New York City to Austin, Texas.
Questions actors should ask themselves when searcing for the right acting class.
An overview of the best bestwites for finding legitimate acting work online.
Suggestions, beyond waiting tables on ways to earn money while maintaining flexibility for acting auditions and work.
Information on the annual arts festival in Sydney, Australia
Having a diverse wardrobe is important for actresses looking to book a range of roles.
Stand-in work is a unique job for actors on movie sets, but it can be strange and confusing the first time you do it. Here's some information so you know what to expect.
The Sydney Opera House actually contains multiple theatres, shops and restaurants and is a destination in and of itself.
Advice on choosing a headshot photographer who will meet your needs.
Big events like the Gay & Lesbian Pride Parade in New York can be crowded and difficult to deal with, here's some advice and information to make the day more fun and run more smoothly.
Stopping bullying is hard, but helping and supporting your child if they face bullying shouldn't have to be.
Tips on getting through the long, hard and often frustrating days of background work
Advice on encouraging giftd children while also keeping them sane.
Australia's National Maritime Museum is a great free museum, that's fun to visit for anyone of any age, that provides insight into Australian culture and history.
Recommendation of Sydney's National Institute of Dramatic Art based on my own attendence at their summer session.
Although touristy, Montauk is beautiful, even off-season, and is a nice beach escape.
Ideas for keping kids engaged while you explore New York.
A dissenting opinion on the value of single-sex educcation from someone who was educated in that fashion.
There are lots of good rasons to raise your kids in the city, and lots of myths about why you shouldn't to ignore.
Some guidelines and information to help you decide if pageant competition is right for your child.
Finding a cat carrier that works for your cat's size and neuroses can be a challenge.
Advice on different methods of at-home hair removal.
Eleven tips for supporting a caregiver in their work - emotionally and logistically.
Advice on audition preparedness, ettiquette and strategy geared towards beginning actors.
Basic information to help first-time background performers survive the day.
Tips, especially aimed at beginners, for creating an acting resume.
A review of the hotel and hostel, Billabong Gardens, located in Newtown, one of Sydney's Inner-West Subbburbs
A review of Sushi-e, a legendary sushi restaurant in Sydney, Australia.
Coming out can be really stressful. But it doesn't have to be terrifying. Here's some advice on dealing with one of the most important announcements you'll ever make.
So you want to be an actor. Whatever your age, and whatever your prior experience, if this is something you want, this is something you can do.
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