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I am a 57 year old divorced mother of 2 who decided six years ago to leave the south of England where I had spent most of my life and move to Manchester. Others have said they admire me for moving to a place I knew nothing about and where I knew no one; the

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Education > Secondary School Issues Dangers of back injury due to backpack use for school books: 4 of 8
Ideally, a child should carry no more than ten to twenty per cent of their bodyweight in their backpack. Consistently carrying heavier loads is likely to lead to backpain and also problems in later life. Make sure that any backpack is worn on both shoulders to distribute the weight evenly. Broad straps are more comfortable a... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Do we all lie about sex: 3 of 6
Sex is a funny thing- the vast majority of adults in the world are involved in a sexual relationship at some time in their lives; in the developed world, sex in all its myriad forms is a fascination for millions. Whole industries exist to satisfy our endless curiosity about the subject , and yet, it still remains one of the ... More..
Sciences > Atmosphere & Weather The long-term effect of storms and hurricanes: 2 of 4
After Hurricane Katrina and the tsunami that struck S. E. Asia a few years ago, most of us are only too well aware of the havoc that nature can cause. Fortunately, there is usually no permanent change to the land. Buildings may be destroyed, trees and plants uprooted but within a short time of the disaster abating, there is ... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health What to do with a pet who's afraid of the vet: 2 of 4
Animals seem to possess a sixth sense when it comes to visiting the vet. I can walk my dogs down the street, where the surgery is, without any bother, until it is time to pay the vet a visit. Suddenly, they display a marked reluctance to the area. Unless an animal has had a bad experience on an earlier visit to the vet, it i... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Hardwood floor restoration tips: 2 of 4
If you are thinking of ripping out your carpets and replacing them with a more fashionable wooden alternative, the chances are that you are considering laminate flooring. However, before you go and spend your hard earned cash on this, consider if there isn't an alternative, right under your feet. Many houses have wooden floo... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) How to make wooden birdhouses: 2 of 4
With the disappearance of large areas of woodland and with it, the holes in which many species build their nest, bird boxes provide an ideal substitute. You only need to have basic woodworking knowledge to build a bird box. You can download plans off the internet if you wish but all you need to do is to build a wooden box; w... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Book reviews: Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee, by Dee Brown: 1 of 2
Every now and then a book comes along that leaves a lasting impression on the reader; "Bury My Heart at Wound Knee" is one such book. I first read it shortly after it was originally published in 1970, but due to mislaying my copy somewhere along the way, it was only recently that I had the opportunity of reacquainting myself... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Family Law If I got married in England, can I get divorced in England even though I'm in the US now?: 1 of 2
Getting a divorce in England or Wales does not, in most cases, require the physical attendance, at court, of either party. Since you do not have to be in court, it is irrelevant whether you are living in England or anywhere else in the world. What is important, though, is that either you or your spouse must be able to prove ... More..
Health & Fitness > Nicotine Dependence What are the facts behind the UK smoking ban: 1 of 2
Contrary to popular opinion, the new legislation banning smoking in public places will probably not impact on many smoker's lives as has been believed. This is because, even before the ban was proposed, many areas had already introduced non smoking policies. When I started work in the 1970s, smoking was accepted in every wor... More..
Pets & Animals > Rodents Health and safety precautions for handling pet rodents: 1 of 2
Pet rodents are extremely popular children's pets and as with any other pet, your child will want to stroke and handle it. When handling pet rodents, your main concern should be to ensure that the animal can't bite you and also that you have a firm enough hold so that it cannot escape. Make sure though that you don't hold it... More..