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Parenting & Pregnancy > After School Should parents raise their children without television?

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Television, today, is an integral part of our lives. No matter which country we reside in, or what language we speak, in the modern world, Television has become an extremely powerful tool - of communication , of entertainment and of commerce.It is easy for parents to think that most of the modern day evils are rooted in over-... More..

Creative Writing > Essays Essays: The passing of loved ones

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Death - the very word creates a certain amount of anxiety and unrest in most of us. Despite being the one thing that is certain to occur in the lives of all of us who were ever born, it is the one thing that most of us ardently avoid, until it walks into our doorstep.The passing away of a loved one may sometimes be totally su... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Working Parents The debate between moms working outside the home vs. staying at home

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This is an issue that evokes strong emotions on both sides. And both choices are laced with a lot of rewards accompanied by their fair share of guilt, sacrifice and resentment!I personally have chosen to stay at home to take care of my kids. The choice has not been an easy one to make and I am often assailed with doubts on my... More..

Relationships & Family > Family Bonding The importance of talking to your kids about sex and drugs

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In today's day and age, all parents, at some time or the other, get anxious imagining the possibility of their children getting involved with Drugs. The fear of Drugs is probably the number one fear in our minds. And closely on its heels, is the anxiety stemming from the thought that our children may be sexually irresponsible... More..

Education > Educational Philosophy What or who is the best teacher?

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Well, if this question were to be answered in one sentence, I would just say, "Life is the best teacher." That may sound trite, but it is true.Well, look back on your life and recall all the classmates who studied with you from kindergarten to high school. All of you went through the same school system, the same teachers, the... More..

Relationships & Family > Talking with Teens & Children Tips for improving parent-child communication

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The best way to improve communication with your children, especially teens, is to show them RESPECT. This may not always be easy, especially when you are at the receiving end of sullen grunts, blank silences and plain rudeness! However, when a parent is able to show respect for the child, even in the face of conflict, it sets... More..

Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss Life support: Should the wishes of the family take precedence over the patient's right to relieve his own suffering?

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I do not believe that anyone else has the power to decide over a person's life, except God and the person himself.When we are born into this world, we come in with our own destiny package. How we turn out in life will partly be influenced by our care-takers and our environment; the influence of family, friends and peers; and ... More..

Autos > Hybrids The case against hybrid cars

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Hybrid cars are fast becoming the 'in' thing to possess and seem to have the added advantage of declaring the owner of one, not only as a person-of-means, but also one doing his bit to be environmentally responsible.While that perception may be justified, hybrid cars themselves have a long way to go before they can become an ... More..

Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Should governments permit decorations for religious holidays in public squares?

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Yes they should. When different nationalities choose to reside in a given country, then whether they desire it or not, each exerts a certain influence on the other.When a family first immigrates from an Asian country like Korea, Japan or India to the US, it brings along with it a lot of it's culture - be it in the form of rel... More..

Home & Garden > Cleaning Kitchens Why a clean kitchen is necessary to safe food preparation

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As the old English saying goes - "Cleanliness is next to Godliness." And the English sure did hit the nail on the head, when they said that! There are few things more important than hygiene in ensuring that we live a healthy and fruitful life in this world.And, when it comes to hygiene, the maximum amount of attention needs t... More..

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