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I am a consistently good writer for the same reason that I have been an excellent teacher; an ability to research, organize and present information in an entertaining way.

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Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice Hotel or vacation rental home: Which is best - and why?: 2 of 42
WHEN YOU KNOW WHERE YOU WANT TO GO, then you have to decide where you want to stay. There are a combination of advantages and disadvantages for either a hotel room or a rental house. To make the best choice for your family, you'll need to examine your vacation logistics and priorities.The first consideration should be arrival... More..
Local Guides > New York City Places to see before you die: Reasons to add New York City to "the list": 3 of 61
The Empire State Building, The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the shows and the shopping were on my top five list of reasons to visit New York City. When I finally made it last year, each of these experiences exceeded my expectations (I just love it when people ask me where I bought my fab white pants!) but there are five o... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adoption Adoption: Should you tell your child they are adopted?: 1 of 20
Should you tell your child that they are adopted? Absolutely. The answer of whether or not to tell your children that they are adopted is always yes. However, there are other questions. When should you tell them? How should you tell them? How much should you tell them? Telling children that they are adopted is crucial because... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Summer craft ideas for kids: 1 of 14
Your back yard in the summer time offers lots of inspiration for crafts. When you need a break from the sun, or it isn't shining, you can create a real "buzz' inside by bringing summer creatures to life inside with puppets. Puppets are more than imaginary friends- they are friends of imagination! Puppets offer a process (maki... More..
Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Corn, bean and tomato salad: 1 of 14
Southwestern Corn, Bean and Tomato Layered Salad This Southwestern style corn, bean and tomato salad is tasty, healthy and beautiful. You'll want to have a clear serving bowl to take advantage of the visual appeal of this salad. It can be served after being refrigerated for two hours but if possible, make a day ahead to allow... More..
Food & Drink > Cuisine & Food (Other) Halloween party food ideas: 1 of 12
The date for your Halloween party is creeping up. You've got Halloween decorations, Halloween crafts and some spooktacular music lined up. Now it's time for some unique Halloween food party ideas. Yummy Mummies with Bones and Blood: Part of creating a festive Halloween menu is simply renaming ordinary kid favorites with ... More..
Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Shrimp and mango salad: 1 of 12
Shrimp and mango salad is tasty, refreshing and healthy. Mangos are high in iron, and offer antioxidants that fight cancer and aid in digestion and cardiovascular health. Mangoes are available from April through September but most plentiful and least expensive in June and July so they are a perfect summer treat. Tips for Buyi... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed How to help your young child develop math skills at home: 3 of 35
If your family enjoys a good beat and wants to improve math skills, then this will be music to your ears. There is growing evidence of a wonderful harmony between music education and math education. Preschoolers given weekly piano lessons for six months showed significantly more improvement in spatial reasoning tasks than the... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Talking with your toddler: Effective communication strategies: 2 of 23
Finding Points of Agreement with Toddlers: We all wince when we hear our toddlers say "no!" but think of how often they hear it from us. You can avoid saying the words "no," (unless there is an aggression, destruction or safety issue of course) with out giving in to the demand. For example when my strong willed son says "I wa... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adoption How to celebrate a child adoption appropriately: 1 of 11
For families like ours that grow through adoption, the finalization of an adoption is truly worthy of a celebration. Adoption celebrations can take on many forms but there are some important issues to consider that can help to guide the planning process. For a child who is "coming home" over the age of one, resist the anxious... More..