Julia K. Porter

Experience

Dr. Julia Porter began her career as a high school English teacher in Brooklyn, NY and has taught college courses since 2008. Her personal interests include reading, writing, traveling and experiencing new cultures. She lives in Indiana with her husband, daughter and a rambunctious Australian Shepherd.

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Articles & Recipes

8 Best-Value Items You Should Buy at Dollar Tree

Learn what to buy at the store where everything is really $1 or less.

11 Kitchen Gadgets and Appliances That Practically Cook for You

We love a good shortcut—and these gadgets make it easy to put a hot meal on the table every night.

14 Things to Do with a Can of Baked Beans

Getting bored with the basics? Check out these baked beans recipes that help you add more to this BBQ classic.