Michelle L Devon

Michelle L Devon

Fiction & Freelancing: Life of a Career Writer

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How Thin is Too Thin?

What if obesity is not an issue, and your problem is that you can't gain weight or maintain a healthy body weight on the other end of the spectrum? I actually have a couple of friends who have been unable to gain weight, one due in part to her metabolism and medication, and the other due in part to anorexia. Both of my friends are extremely thin, and frequently have had people comment on their size. In fact, both of them said it is... (posted by Michelle L Devon 3 years 278 days ago.)
Sex After Menopause

Menopause is a time of change in the way a woman's body functions, which is why menopause is often called 'the change of life'. Some women look at menopause as a very freeing thing, while others look at menopause as the end of their youth or even let menopause affect how they see themselves as a woman. How a woman views menopause can affect how she feels about herself and her body while going through menopause, and those feelings... (posted by Michelle L Devon 3 years 278 days ago.)
Weak Writing with Weasel Words

What are weasel words? Well, whether you are actively aware of this or not, weasel words are a way of slipping personal opinion into what you are writing, and to do it in such a way that it sounds credible, but isn't exactly verifiable. Keep reading. I'll give you a list of some common weasel word phrases toward the end, but let's talk about why weasel words are not a good thing. If I personally think driving too fast is... (posted by Michelle L Devon 3 years 292 days ago.)
Television Commercials - What was that Commercial For?

Not being able to sleep last night afforded me a chance to lay in bed and watch TV. I don't watch television very much at all anymore, opting for writing over TV, but I didn't feel like writing, so the television kept me company for a change. That's what prompted me to write about television commercials today. There are some commercials I really like. I absolutely adore the little Gieco lizard... (posted by Michelle L Devon 3 years 306 days ago.)
Forgiveness - The Gift You Give Yourself

Many people seem to have a misunderstanding about what it really means to forgive someone for a wrong done to them. This article will explore a little bit about what forgiveness is and the reasons why forgiveness is important. The first thing I want to point out is what is, to me, the most important part about forgiveness - that forgiveness is NOT a gift you give to another, but rather something you do inside of... (posted by Michelle L Devon 3 years 306 days ago.)
Club Drugs - Dangerous and Deadly Fads

The Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) defines Club Drugs as: "Drugs popular with youth who are part of a club scene and want to take the drugs to gain increased stamina for late night dancing and partying. Generally includes marijuana, MDMA, LSD, and Ketamine. In the West and the South may also include methamphetamine and prescription drugs." This article will explore several of the popular Club Drugs.... (posted by Michelle L Devon 3 years 306 days ago.)