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I am 47 and married with 3 lovely daughters who exasperate and inspire me constantly! After a lengthy career in the Media world I now teach and write and having discovered this wonderful website am hoping to write a lot more! I will add to this as and when

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Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce In divorce, should the father have equal custody rights to his children?: 2 of 110
All children have a right to have both parents in their lives as far as is realistically possible. It seems that more and more the father's rights to be part of his children's lives is being eroded to such a large extent that maintaining a relationship with them is almost impossible. Add to this the problem of the growing res... More..
Arts & Humanities > Children's Literature Children's books: A look at the works of Dr. Seuss: 1 of 19
Theodor Seuss Geisel was an American writer and cartoonist better known to the world as Dr Seuss. He adopted what is now one of the most famous pen names in the world as a direct result of his being asked' to refrain from extracurricular activities after being caught throwing an illegal drinking party at Dartmouth College at ... More..
Computers & Technology > Identity Theft & Internet Scams How to avoid online identity theft: 2 of 29
Online identity theft or phishing is where confidential information is obtained from an individual without their knowledge and then used by person or persons unknown for fraudulent purposes. Online identity theft is on the increase, and in this fast moving data driven society we must become far more aware, and ultimately mor... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Tips on talking about sex with preteens: 3 of 38
Being the mother of three children I always knew the point would come when I would have to explain sex to each of them. As parents we share the view that we want our children to remain children as long as possible and as such retain their innocence - sex is very definitely part of that. Whilst it is important for them to unde... More..
Entertainment > Movie Remakes & Adaptations Book to Film: Harry Potter: 1 of 12
"Something Wicked This Way Comes" is the advertising strapline for the film Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, and it's not wrong. This third outing for Harry and his friends is a significantly darker and more menacing experience. Ironically, despite being the longest of the first three books, this is the shortest film... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: Barack Obama vs. Hillary Clinton: 4 of 44
It would seem that the party is now over for battle weary Hillary Clinton. With only six primaries left to go she is running out of opportunities to challenge Barack Obama's undoubted lead. Along with those delegates who have pledged allegiance to him, he now also seems to have a very firm grasp on the popular vote and Hillar... More..
Arts & Humanities > Performance Dance Ballet dancing: Behind the scenes: 1 of 11
Behind the scenes of any ballet you will find the choreographer - the person whose vision is responsible for the magnificent spectacle the audience finally sees. In Britain four of the most successful choreographers will be unveiling new work over the coming months which will inspire and delight ballet enthusiasts both young ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges What causes teen substance abuse?: 6 of 60
To most of us it is impossible to comprehend why teens feel the need to take drugs when there is so much evidence to show just how damaging and dangerous they are, but it can often be the lure of a short term high, or simply being part of the crowd, sometimes saying no can just be too difficult. Perhaps we all need to cast ou... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Cultural phenomenon: Gossip: 2 of 20
The Oxford English Dictionary defines gossip as '1.casual conversation or unsubstantiated reports about other people. 2. A person who likes talking about other people's private lives (chiefly derogatory). The word has its origins in Old English and was spelled godsibb and related to a more serious and worthy person. In the mi... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges How to tell if you are a pushover parent: 3 of 29
Striking the perfect balance between being too strict and being a pushover is a thankless task. We all want our children to love and respect us as well as behave like total angels but in the real world it can be like a war of attrition and we are constantly in danger of giving in too easily. So how can you spot if you are a ... More..