Meet AC Contributor Loraine Alkire

Associated Content Contributor Loraine Alkire recently allowed me to interview her. She joined AC in November of 2008 and has been consistently publishing since that December. Loraine writes poetry and articles about health, spiritual reflections, nature, beauty, travel, and more. Her topical experience is very diverse. My favorite two pieces by Loraine are Spring Cleaning Your Spirit and Eyes to See Through the Haze . Both of these speak to me about the strong and beautiful person that she is. Read on to find out more about Loraine Alkire.

How Did You First Find Out About Associated Content?
I found out about Associated Content through Freelancewritinggigs.com. I decided it would make a good portal for existing clientele and at the same time, (in time), allow me to earn some decent passive income. This overall has worked out well. I'm happy to say that I've met some wonderful people here right from the start, including Amy Brantley. As busy as she was she took the time to tell me about AC and its advantages.

Do You Freelance For a Living or Do Something Else As Well?
I freelance part-time at the moment. I'm hoping this will work into a career that will allow me to continue to increase revenues as I age.

I have Psoriatic Arthritis and some other problems related to the disease...

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Meet AC Contributor Brandon Miller

Associated Content Contributor Brandon Miller recently agreed to an interview with me. He joined AC in August of 2009 and is rapidly excelling on the site. In his AC content library, you'll find topics such as online gaming, travel, parenting, education, business, and more. My personal favorite piece by Brandon is "How to Understand and Satisfy Your Customers on Restaurant City for Facebook." I chose this piece because because it touches both on his business side and gaming side and some of the tips could help an actual restaurant worker or owner, not just virtual ones. Read on to find out more about Brandon Miller and don't forget to check out his work after the interview.

How Did You First Find Out About Associated Content?
I just finished college and was looking for some place to do some freelance writing to earn some extra money. While searching online one day, I stumbled across an AC article. The rest is history.

Do You Freelance For a Living or Do Something Else As Well?
I currently work in sales for a print-on-demand marketing company. Freelance writing is just something I do on the side. It is something that I really enjoy so it doesn't seem like a second job.....

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Meet AC Contributor Vincent Summers

In a recent interview I did with Associated Content Contributor Vincent Summers, he tells us more about himself and the benefits of AC. Vincent writes on religion, health, food, nature, and more. He's been with AC since October of 2008. My favorite AC article of his is Danger! Major Surgery - No CPAP Allowed , which blends personal experience with research. It's very informative and interesting. Read on to find out more about Vincent Summers.

How Did You Come Across Associated Content?
It was actually accidental. I had lost my employment operating a sewer plant, and needed to earn some money. There was a bit on national news about eLance that my wife spotted. The idea of writing for an online organization appealed to me, however eLance did not. I did some web-searching and came up with a comment condemning Associated Content. Considering the complaint, it did not sound reasonable. I decided to take a chance with the concept of AC and am glad I did.

Is Freelancing Your Career or is There Another?
Though I have a strong working knowledge of the entire Bible and am not afraid to speak up concerning it, in many other aspects of life I feel less than capable. Freelancing requires persons with strong organizational and social skills. A freelance artist must be able to sell himself.

Without the support of some organization, or individual, I would not likely survive in the world of the freelance artist, no matter what writing abilities I may have. So this new online arrangement is perfect for me.

What Would You Like Readers to Know About You?
I just want you to know that, if nothing else, I am sincere, and wish each of you success in whatever good things you do. I will try to treat everyone with respect and when I disagree, I hope I will not prove disagreeable. I hope you will be sharing your expertise with me, and if I can help...

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Meet AC Contributor Stacy Hensley

Recently, I was able to interview AC Contributor Stacy Hensley. She joined AC in April 2009 and has already added a variety of topics to her AC library. She writes about holidays, health, sports, parenting, and more. My favorite piece of content written by Stacy is How to Help Your Tween or Teen Deal with the Daily Stress of Life . I chose this piece because today's teens and tweens are under more pressure than ever and Stacy gives stellar advice. I hope many who need the information get a chance to read it. Below are the questions I asked Stacy along with her responses. Don't forget to check out her AC page after reading the interview.

How Did You First Find Out About Associated Content?
I did a google search for something (can't remember what) and an Associated Content article came up. After I read the article, I spent some time on the site and decided to sign up.

Do You Freelance For a Living or Do Something Else As Well?
I am a full-time freelancer. Since I started in May, my income has consistently gone up each month. My goal is to...

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Meet AC Contributor Kyla Matton

I recently had the privilege of interviewing Associated Content Contributor Kyla Matton. Once I came across her first AC article, Quebec Reveals a Thirteen-Step Program to Target Dropout Rate , via a Twitter link I subscribed right away. Education is dear to me and I can tell it is to her as well. My favorite article of Kyla's is Teaching Reading Through Great Literature . She focuses on education in her articles, but writes about a variety of other interesting topics as well. Read on to find out more about this kindhearted and motivated individual who is excelling on AC quickly.

How Did You First Find Out About Associated Content?
I learned about Associated Content when a dear friend, Angie Mohr, began posting links to her AC articles on Facebook. I enjoyed them, and I read a few other articles that were suggested, but didn't fully realize the potential of Associated Content until I started to see articles popping up in search engine results. That got me thinking, so when Angie suggested I publish some of my work here I decided to take the plunge!

Do You Freelance For a Living or Do Something Else As Well?
My first and most important job is Mama to four beautiful children, and wife to my biggest fan. I homeschool my three daughters, and advocate for my autistic son. In what friends have jokingly referred to as my copious spare time...

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Meet AC Contributor Peter Flom by Lyn Lomasi

I recently interviewed Associated Content Contributor Peter Flom. He has been a member of AC since July of 2009 and somehow manages to be a father, a statistician, and a writer all at once. A wide variety of topics can be found in his AC library, but my favorite piece of content written by Peter is Should Gifted Children Be Accelerated Through School? He makes some interesting points that should be considered by teachers and parents. Be sure to check out his work, as well as read the following interview to learn more about him.

How Did You First Find Out About Associated Content?
I write a lot on daily Kos, and Associated Content was mentioned by a diarist I follow in a series called Frugal Fridays.

Do You Freelance For a Living or Do Something Else As Well?
Freelancing is very much a sideline. My main job is a statistician. Currently, I work 3 days per week at SUNY Downstate, a hospital in Brooklyn, NY, but I will soon becoming a full time independent consultant. Mostly, I work with..

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If you're an AC Contributor who is either new, up and coming, or could use more attention click here to find out how to get interviewed. You must also have less than 500,000 page views total on AC.

Meet AC Contributor Deneale K. Williams by Lyn Lomasi

I recently interviewed AC Contributor Deneale K. Williams. She's been writing for AC since July of 2007 and has published nearly 200 pieces of content on the site. Deneale writes on a variety of topics, but my personal favorites are her poetry, especially Thank You for Being There and also Stand Beside Me. Those two pieces reflect the kind and caring person that she is. Read on to learn more about Deneale and check out some of her work as well.

How Did You First Find Out About Associated Content?
My sister introduced me to Associated Content. Her name is Amy Lynn. She knew I am a mother to 5, and that I like to write, and that I could use every little bit of extra money as possible. I joined, thinking honestly, that it couldn't be real, or true. I learned that it was in fact true, and worth my while!!

Do You Freelance For a Living or Do Something Else As Well?
I try, but although I apply, I seem to never be lucky enough, or something. I manage a trailer park, I make jewelry and crafts from home, and sell them at flea markets and online. I like to keep busy. And when....

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If you're an AC Contributor who is either new, up and coming, or could use more attention click here to find out how to get interviewed. You must also have less than 500,000 page views total on AC.

Courtesy of AC Contributors and the AC Halloween Haiku Contest, here is some great Halloween haiku poetry. Some of the Halloween haikus are scary, some are fun, some are silly, and some, well you really just have to read them all to find out. Come on, they're haikus - they're short and won't take much time to read. You needed an excuse to take a quick break anyway, right?

Jack by Brian Haughey                                                   Haunts From Beyond by Jennifer Amlie

Halloween Health Care Haiku by Michael Thompson    Oidhche Shamhna by Loki Morgan

Halloween and Fashion by Lyn Lomasi                                   Halloween Haiku by Kristen Pavka

Candy Apple Dreams by Jaipi Sixbear                                     Goblins Softly Creeping by Susan Sosbe

Arachnaphobia on Halloween by Ben Wood                       All Hallows' Eve by Linda StCyr

Halloween Shuffle by Roz Zurko                                                Halloween Nights by M.G. Hardiman

On Halloween Night by Steven Lyons                           Halloween Candy by Anna Morgan
 
All Hallows Eve Night by Lucky M. Diaz                         Bewitching Halloween Haiku by Lori Shirley

The Dead: A Haiku by Rissa Watkins                             Full Belly on Halloween by Jolene Munoz

Black Cat Moondance by Lyn McAllister                       Pumpkins by Abby Greenhill

Day of the Dead by Cathy A Montville                         Halloween Haiku by Tamara L Waters

Halloween Haiku - Skelito Bumpas by Karen Barnes     Witch's Dance by Jolynne M Hudnell

Stay Inside by Lori Adams Hunter                                 Halloween Haiku by Heidi Bitsoli

Halloween by Cathy Chambers                                     Devil's Warning by Jessie Grett

Candy Corn Smiles by Marie Ann St Jean                       Death's Kiss by Edwin Blake

WhoWho Halloween Haiku by Khara House                  Scary Halloween Haiku by Ranee Wright

Druids' Grove by Vanessa Stewart                                Halloween by Beth Inman

Trick or Treat by Julie Darleen                                       Halloween Costume Haiku by Tim Searles

Halloween Night by Kay Whittenhauer                         Halloween Haiku by Crystal Akers

Halloween Haiku by blbaird                                          All Hallows Eve Awakening by Laurie Meekis

Horrifying Halloween Haiku by Karen Curley               A Frightening Halloween Haiku by Daisy May

Witches Dance by Moniece Robinson                          Handing Out Candy by ADSpencer

Halloween is Here by Stacy Hensley                             Blood-Orange Full Moon by Pam Gaulin

Halloween's True Face by Pandi Panda                          Accusation by Pamela Gifford

Pumpkin Glow by Susi Frock                                          Wicked Haiku by Catherine Spencer

Halloween Haiku Masquerade by Sylvia Branch

Stay tuned for more as we come across them. Also, if you see any great ones, even if it's your own, please share the link in the comments section, so we can get it added.

~ Lyn Lomasi