Desiree Smith

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Des Smith  - Cameron Daughety
Des Smith - Cameron Daughety

I am a freelance writer and editor specializing in health and wellness topics, and have an enduring love of the outdoors. I most recently served as an editor for an alternative health newsletter, but have returned to full-time freelance writing. This allows me the time and energy to explore, whether it's by trail or water. I have always been passionate about the written word and am a confirmed book worm. I hope to never lose my natural curiosity, and wish to pass that on as my legacy to my son. I'm sure he'd prefer a new car or the latest electronic gadget, but such is life...

Latest Articles

Bike the Baltimore-Annapolis Trail
By combining a couple of well-marked, paved trails, you can get a ride in that's a half-century length between Annapolis and BWI Airport.
Dec 4, 2008 - Desiree Smith
Hike Soldiers Delight Natural Environmental Area
Soldiers Delight Natural Environmental Area is a pocket of natural beauty and solitude totaling 3,000 acres of mostly State-owned land.
Dec 3, 2008 - Desiree Smith
How to Lighten the Winter Blues
A change in seasons from summer to fall can also bring changes in mood and energy levels along with it. Many people experience these "winter blues."
Nov 25, 2008 - Desiree Smith
Hemp: A Whole Food For Health
If you're looking to build and maintain muscle, you need protein-and the healthier the form, the better. Most people think beef and chicken.
Nov 24, 2008 - Desiree Smith
Ginger: A Natural Anti-inflammatory
In order to make fitness gains, you have to push your body beyond its present comfort state. You know you've done the job when you feel it the day-and sometimes for days
Sep 22, 2008 - Desiree Smith