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Dear Flora: COVID Job Scams
Dear_Flora
Dear Flora,I was laid off from my last job due to COVID-19. Ever since, I've been looking for work, but it's been really hard to get an interview for anything. I've been sending resumes and applications for months, and so far have had three interviews in as many months. One didn't even answer, and the other was an almost immediate rejection. But the third was interesting, and I'm weirded out ... ...more
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So Your Oldest Hates the Baby. Now What?
EnglishMajorLeagues
Bet you weren't expecting a sibling rivalry before their preteen years, huh? Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for an older sibling to be confused, hurt, or even angry about your new addition. The question is, what do you do now that you're playing referee to a newborn and their older brother or sister? It really depends on the age of your first child. If they're young enough, they may not ... ...more
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Baby Formula is too Expensive. Here's How You Can Save Money
EnglishMajorLeagues
When I first became a mom, I didn't want to use formula. I tried everything to avoid it, but still got stuck buying the stuff by what seemed like the bucket. Even a non-parent can tell you that that stuff can cost an arm and a leg! So, during those budget stretching months, I picked up a few tricks to save a few dollars on formula. First, don't worry so much about the brand name. Some babies ... ...more
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Dear Flora: Polyamory and PPD
Dear_Flora
Dear Flora, I've been with my husband for 8 years now, married for 3. If it matters, I'm also a man. We've always had a satisfying sex life, and I'm very happy with him. I feel like we have always communicated our needs well, and during a recent heart-to-heart, my husband communicated a need that I'm not sure how to handle: polyamory. We've had threesomes in the past, but it was always with ... ...more
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How to Negotiate a Raise at Work
EnglishMajorLeagues
You work hard, right? Of course you do. You aced that presentation, upsell all the time, and always pick up an extra shift. It's only fair that you be rewarded for your hard work, but it can be daunting to ask for the raise you deserve at your job. What do you even say to the person who has the power to put you out of a job? The key here is doing your homework. If you go into the meeting ... ...more
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Dear Flora: Black Lives Matter and LGBT+ Teens
Dear_Flora
Dear Flora,I am a white woman living in the U.S. I have been following the Black Lives Matter protest, and I want to support the cause. However, my job is very public, and my work contract forbids me from engaging in the protests, or even writing online about controversial issues. But I know that staying silent doesn't help anyone, and I think it's important to help by using my platform to ... ...more
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All Roads Lead to Where? Uniting Plot Lines in a Story Ending
EnglishMajorLeagues
In writing stories, from novels down to one off tabletop campaigns, it's difficult to write an ending. There may be so many character arcs and plot lines that tying them together in a cohesive ending is a daunting task. Nobody wants to leave dangling loose ends, even if you have a sequel planned. Characterization is KeyI'm a firm believer that it is well-developed characters-- not plot-- ... ...more
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Writing Tips For Becoming A Better Writer (Part I)
Chris Mentillo
The cage is potent than the sword. ” Novelist Edgar Bulwer-Lytton runs this aware observation nearly two hundred years ago, but it endures just as authentic today. Drawing is one of the most potent shapes in existence, and a mere story can change countless lives — which is why so countless of us decide to be writers in the first place. But sometimes it checks to be arduous to find the right ... ...more
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Roman Polanski & The Art of An Interview?
Chris Mentillo
"I have always affirmed that every writer, particularly a journalist should as much as possible see, scrutinize, and analyze various live interviews," I say this for a reason. The reason is quite clear. "When a successful or even not so triumphant person is questioned about how he or she accomplishes something at that specific moment, (during the interview) they habitually always answer the ... ...more
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The Number One Tip for Novice Dungeon Masters
EnglishMajorLeagues
In a letter to my inbox, I got the following question:"How do I actually start being a DM? I'm not very good, and I'm afraid my campaigns will be lame. I don't really know where to start. There's a lot to do, and I want to run a game, but I'm scared. How do I even begin?"I can feel your anxiety from here, dear reader. Don't worry, we've all been there. Honestly, the best tip you will ever get ... ...more