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Claudette's
propensity for writing on various subjects that she finds interesting has resulted in numerous online publications. Subjects
include everything from spirituality to politics and travel.
A sampling of articles are provided below. Read more by clicking on article titles. |
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BAM! Steve Harvey Nails the Power of Self-Esteem on the Oprah Show
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Steve Harvey hits a home run in a hilarious, yet powerful
segment of the Oprah Winfrey show. His advice to women on how to get it right in relationships was based on his
book "Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man".
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Steve Harvey Gives Women the Skinny on Men and Relationships on the Oprah Show Part 2
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On a return visit to the Oprah Winfrey Show, Steve Harvey
answers questions of an all-female audience about his book "Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man", and his philosophy regarding
male/female relationships. Sometimes humorous, and sometimes uncomfortable, Harvey's take is always on target. |
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Steve Harvey's Book Touches a Sensitive Nerve
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Steve Harvey's book, "Act Like a Lady, Think Like a
Man", has been a lightning rod for both approval and disapproval. The question is, does the book really provide
tools to empower women in relationships, and if so, why all the uproar? |
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The Black Seminole, John Horse fought for the freedom and
rights of his people until his death. By most standards John would be considered a great American hero, however it is only
recently that his story is emerging from historical obscurity.
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10 Lively Virgin Island Expressions
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Ten, lively and colorful Virgin Islands and Caribbean expressions.
Make that Caribbean vacation even more fun by becoming familiar with some of the lingo.
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A look at the art, history, popularity
and entrepreneurial profitability of hair-braiding. How and why an ancient cultural tradition made the transition to contemporary,
Hip-Hop, political fashion.
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One of the most
effective weapons in the human arsenal is intuition, our basic instincts; however it is often the least relied on in times
of danger, and when exigent decisions are mandatory. I believe this is true, often to our detriment. |
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Chicago's early reputation
was as a rough, tough, bawdy, city. Few people know that it was also the seat of great innovation, invention and
entrepreneurship. Here are seven Chicago inventions and innovations that changed our lives and our world. |
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During the mid-nineteenth
century Peter Von Scholten of Denmark became Governor-General of the U. S. Virgin Islands. Von Scholten lived openly with
a free black woman, Anna Elizabeth Heegaard for years. Many believe it was a marriage of convenience, but many
others think it might have been one of the greatest love stories in history. |
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A Homeless Story
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How a January blizzard
facilitated my introduction to the real meaning of the words, dignity and grace. |
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The U.S. Virgin Islands, called America's Paradise
is one of the most beautiful and interesting destinations in the world. Lush Caribbean islands are about fun, sun, history
and mystery. All that and technically still a part of the United States.
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Carnival in St. Thomas is a time of high enery, excitment,
fun and the celebration of history. Here are five of the most popular, traditional, "don't miss" events of
the festival. |
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Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas is beautifully
designed around the theme of the lost continent of Atlantis. The primary activities revolve around water, however it is the
architecture and art, particularly the sculptures that best evoke the myth and mysticism of Atlantis
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Atlantis Resort in Nassau,
Bahamas is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. This is partly due to an intriguing marriage between
architecture and art, particularly captured by its whimsical fountains.
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Learning to write anything from short
stories to business communications effectively by applying the Five Cs Formula to reduce excess wordiness resulting in
compact, powerful sentences, paragraphs ... communications.
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Uncovering
the mysteries and mayhem of Spanish Fly. Said to be a powerful aphrodisiac, is Spanish Fly a valuable medicinal
drug or a dangerous poison? Let's investigate.
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The ABC Democratc Debates seemed more like an interrogation
than a debate. It felt like Obama walked straight into an ambush and surprisingly survived.
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Seven Chicago Inventions and Innovations that Changed America and the World
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In its youth, Chicago was known for its bawdy, rowdy
toughness. What many people don't know is that during that time in its history, the city was also blazing creative, innovative
entrepreneurial trails that would impact our lives and our world.
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Each New Hurricane Season Brings Old Memories, New Fears
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For the survivors of past hurricanes, each new season
is met with old memories and new fears. It is reassuring however, that past experiences provide excellent training ground
for future disasters. |
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Doomsday Preppers Over the Top or Not?
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Two apparent facts regarding Dr. Sanjay Gupta's reporting from Haiti; first, he has made invaluable contributions
to the Haitian people while there; and second, he has visibly shared their pain and trauma.
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Chicago's Millennium Park a Jewel in the Heart of the City
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Millennium Park in Chicago was the source of criticism and controversy
by residents as it ran hunreds of million over budget and years over schedule during construction. Today, the park is considered
one of the city's shiniest jewels.
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