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I am a married full time mother of one. I spent several years as a preschool teacher before my son was born. I have enjoyed writing for as long as I can remember. Along with writing I enjoy reading, crafting and the company of my family and friends.

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Relationships & Family > Relationships & Family (Other) How to preserve your family's memories: 19 of 30
The experiences you have with your family are priceless, and you want to remember them forever. There are many ways to ensure that your family's memories will be preserved for generations to come.One way is making a scrapbook. The nice thing about scrapbooks is that they are more versatile than photo albums. Things such as ti... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Games that encourage kids to use their imagination: 15 of 21
When I think of games I think of rules, procedure and a predetermined idea of how things will play out. They do not leave much room for imagination. Everything is spelled out in the directions, about how the game is "supposed" to be played.Giving children the chance to create their own activities instead will allow them to us... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Life Is blood thicker than water?: 56 of 77
The expression blood is thicker than water' refers to the notion that we should be more loyal to our blood relatives than to anyone else, and that we can always count on them in times of need. There was a time when I agreed with this statement. It is a nice thought that having family means you automatically have a support sys... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to help your toddler develop fine motor skills: 9 of 12
To help your toddler develop fine motor skills, there is a wide range of activities that will be fun for him. Here are some suggestions of toys and activities that will offer opportunities to develop this important skill. With all of these activities it is important to remember to supervise your toddler, and never allow him t... More..
Sciences > Psychology Challenges of being an introvert: 17 of 20
Introversion can be an asset or a liability. It is up to the individual to decide how it will affect their lives. My introverted personality has cost me many opportunities. It did not have to be that way; it took a long time and plenty of missed chances before I realized that.One of the challenges of being an introvert is dif... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies When should a parent start disciplining a child?: 21 of 24
To discipline means to teach, which means that it should begin at birth. From the very beginning, you should be teaching your child that you love him, that you will be there to meet his needs, and later, how he can be independent and meet his own needs. The real question is, when should a parent start to have expectations for... More..
Sciences > Mathematics How math is used in the real world, despite what students say: 26 of 29
While sitting in a classroom, learning algebra and geometry, it is hard for many students to imagine how the information will ever be relevant in real life. I was one of those students. Since I finished high school I have been in numerous situations when I was glad that I learned what I did.Many day to-day activities can be m... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) The joy of motherhood: 37 of 41
When I held my son for the first time, the emotions that came over me took me by surprise. I knew I would love him, but I did not understand the depth of love that I was capable of giving. It was washing over me like a tidal wave and I could do nothing to stop it, and I didn't want to stop it. It was the most beautiful feelin... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Are Barbie dolls appropriate for young girls?: 39 of 42
For generations girls have enjoyed playing with Barbie dolls. There has been a lot of debate over the years about whether they are appropriate. The argument is that the image portrayed by Barbie dolls sets an impossible standard to which girls unsuccessfully aspire. It is true that the dolls represent what seems to be conside... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Styles (Other) What are you willing to sacrifice to stay home?: 18 of 19
Can you put a price on the time you spend with your children? Nothing in this world would be worth having if it meant not being home with my son. When I made the choice to become a parent, lifestyle changes were inevitable. It required being more responsible and caring for another person who is dependent on me. The changes I ... More..