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Here I am! I've lived in Texas for 8 years but am a native New Englander (of mainly Irish/Scottish extraction). I'm the co-owner of an online retail business, part-time merchandiser, and serve as a lay Eucharistic minister in my Episcopal parish.
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Education > Education (Other) Should all school pupils be made to learn at least one foreign language?: 2 of 23
It is definitely admirable for a student to learn a foreign language. Learning a new language can be fun, and even profitable for those in the business world. However, it should not be mandated. Forced foreign language classes only make learning more difficult, and can turn a student against voluntarily learning another langu... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills Basic online communication tips: 2 of 20
Some helpful email tips for Internet newbies from an email list veteran1. LOWER YOUR VOICE!Typing an e-mail all in capital letters (uppercase) is considered shouting or screaming, and may make your messages appear angry. In fact, some forums or discussion lists will not permit messages written entirely in caps, and computer u... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Immigration Issues Why illegal immigrants in the US should not receive government benefits: 1 of 10
Government benefits in the US should only be received by natural-born or naturalized, legal citizens. Giving benefits to illegal immigrants strains the economy, causes higher taxes, hinders many people from receiving needed support, and causes an anti-immigration and even nativist sentiment in this country. Illegal immigrants... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms Church: To go or not to go: 9 of 85
I think the question of why Christians need to attend church is a very important one. Based on what the Bible says, I don't believe the "solitary path" is an option for Christians.Many people interpret the following passage to mean that Christians are not to pray with others (text is from the New International Version of the ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Making spirits bright: Ways we can renew the Christmas season: 1 of 9
The commercialism in Christmas often bothers me, so here are few ways I try to stick to a traditional Christmas that really make a difference.1. Remember the Reason for the Holiday No matter how much money we have or don't have, who's coming over for dinner or isn't, who did or didn't get the new computer, Jesus Christ was st... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Bible study: The second coming of Christ and the rapture: 6 of 51
Please note-This is not intended to belittle the beliefs of those who accept this doctrine, but to explain why many Christians feel that a "rapture" apart from Christ's Glorious Appearing is unscriptural.Concern over whether we're living in the end times is nothing new. In light of recent world events, it's easy to understand... More..
Sciences > Anthropology (Other) The debate on Darwin's theory of evolution: 4 of 30
The "creationism vs. evolution" debate continues to be very hotly contested. However, these two beliefs are not exactly the polar opposites that they are made out to be. While creationism deals with the origins of the universe, evolution deals with theories concerning the development of life on earth. Evolution is a part of t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Would you consider the Holy Ghost to be a ghost as we recognize them?: 1 of 7
The Holy Ghost/Spirit is not a "ghost" in the paranormal sense, but is God revealed as the Sanctifier of the faithful. Originally, the word "ghost" meant spirit or soul. In later times, it's become associated with disembodied spirits.The Holy Ghost usage comes from the King James Version of the Bible, and groups that use the ... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs The dangers of emotional infidelity: 2 of 9
Matthew 27-28"You know the next commandment pretty well, too: Don't go to bed with another's spouse.' But don't think you've preserved your virtue simply by staying out of bed. Your heart can be corrupted by lust even quicker than your body. Those leering looks you think nobody noticesthey also corrupt." (The Message)A lot of... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Is euthanasia of cats and dogs sometimes the most compassionate option?: 16 of 64
There are actually worse fates than having an animal euthanized. Unfortunately, euthanasia often becomes the only way in which shelters can cope with excessive numbers of animals. Here are a few of the situations that are worse than euthanasia, and what we can do as individuals to make sure euthanizing healthy pets becomes a ... More..