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Born and raised in small town, West Texas, I grew up learning to appreciate the simple things life that most often bring us the greatest joy.

I married my husband of seven years in 2000. We are the proud parents of two happy and healthy sons. Currently, I

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Parents and children: 2 of 28
Are you a working mom? Are you a mother trying to make it through college? Are you a stay-at-home mom who works her fingers to the bone cooking, cleaning, washing and pampering? Are you all of the above? Great news...you're not alone.We are chauffeurs, maids, nurses, professionals, students, chefs, taxpayers, friends, daughte... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues Public schools should impose mandatory drug testing on students: 2 of 23
Let's face it...red ribbons and "Say no to drugs" stickers just aren't cutting it. It's time for more drastic measures. The time has come for common sense to cast its shadow over the pettiness spawned by "we have the right" protestors in every corner of American society. Imposing mandatory drug testing in public schools woul... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > After School Should parents raise their children without television?: 29 of 305
First, let me begin with saying that most of us were not raised without television. However, the amount of time we spent watching the tube was substantially less than that of children today. There are many great advantages to watching television, but television, as well as was most all things in life, is best if used in moder... More..
Education > Education (Other) Internet and its effects on education: 6 of 33
It is hard to believe that little fifteen years ago many of us did not have the Internet nor did we care to know about it. Today, this technological advancement has propelled our society into the age of instant knowledge. In fact, today, most of us would be entirely lost without our Internet connection. We do our banking, sho... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Capitalism and the education system: 2 of 10
Capitalism is relevant in every aspect of our society; education is no exception. Today, as one can observe the every rising numbers of "for profit" schools, the business of textbook sales and unreasonable resales, the growing tensions regarding teacher pay scales and the business of federal and state funding for education he... More..
Education > Education (Other) Education wasted on the young: 1 of 5
Education is never wasted, no matter who the recipient is. Each and every human being on this earth, has to some extent, received or experienced education. At this very moment, you may be saying, "No. This isn't true. Not everyone is educated." Ah, but we are. Simply put, some are more educated than others in particular areas... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Do immigrants really do the jobs Americans don't want?: 34 of 109
Do immigrants really do the jobs Americans don't want? Sure they do...they do those jobs plus some. First of all, I think it is worthy of saying, that most foreigners have more than valid reasons for wanting to come to America. We know, as does the rest of the world, that life in America is good. After all, she is the "land ... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should schools give BMI index scorecards for their overweight students?: 13 of 39
Children and adults that have weight problems are well aware of it. They are made aware of it each time they look in the mirror, each time they go shopping for new clothes and every time society meets them with taunting stares and insults.Our schools offer physical education and health courses that reiterate the dangers of ob... More..
Health & Fitness > Prescription & Medication The effect of diet pills: 2 of 6
I have taken prescription weight loss drugs in the past. I did lose weight rapidly; however, my overall experience was not a good one. I felt absolutely drained when I missed my dosage for the day and as soon as I stopped taking the pills, the weight piled back on faster than ever before. In addition, the drugs were not cove... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How to plan an ecotourism trip: 1 of 3
The first and most important aspect of planning an Eco-tourism trip is choosing a destination of which you are passionate about its conservation, curious of its mysteries, in awe of its beauty and captivated by its people. Obviously, if you have experienced any of the above emotions, you have done your research. If not, begi... More..