Diane Watkins
Contributing Writer
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Diane is a writer and educator, an avid reader and researcher, a loving wife and the mother of 4 sons. Based in Tampa Bay, she enjoys writing about food and travel, health, education and gardening.
Diane is a freelance content writer and editor with hundreds of articles published around the web. She has been writing since 1984, with experience in newspaper, newsletter, and web content. She has written and edited both online and traditional newsletters.
Diane has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from Clemson University. She has taken graduate courses in biochemistry and education.
Latest Articles
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How to Make the Best Barbecued Ribs
A good barbecued rib is a joy to eat. It falls off the bone, bursting into a symphony of flavors in the mouth. These tips will help you make a perfect rib.
Jul 30, 2010
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President's Cancer Panel Identifies Threats to The Water Supply
The President's Cancer Panel outlined cancer threats from environmental toxins. It identifies these threats to the US water supply.
May 11, 2010
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Growing Avocado Trees from Seed
Growing an avocado tree from seed in a glass of water is a popular home project. The tree puts out roots and grows a small tree, then withers away and dies.
Mar 30, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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Start a Container Garden with Tomatoes
Container growing is convenient for small spaces or where plants need to be moved often to get full sunlight.
Mar 30, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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How to Trim a Southern Magnolia Tree
Southern magnolia trees need very little pruning. Careful pruning to shape the tree and maintain its health is recommended only as needed.
Mar 30, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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Indoor Vegetable Gardens
A well designed hydroponic grow room provides the systems needed for good plant care in an easy to use fashion, so that essential chores are not overlooked or put off.
Mar 30, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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Shellfish Allergies
Shellfish allergies are common in adults and can be severe, even life threatening. These food allergies can appear suddenly in adults who have never had food allergies.
Mar 19, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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How to Get a Summer Job
In this tough job market, teens are having an even harder time finding work. Many of the jobs traditionally staffed by teenagers are now taken by older workers.
Mar 18, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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Native American Food - Navajo Fry Bread Recipe
Fry bread is an American Indian recipe of fried dough that dates back to the early reservation days.
Mar 18, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Making homemade barbecue sauce is just a matter of combining ingredients and simmering it to blend the flavors.
Mar 17, 2010
- Diane Watkins
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