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Jan is a mom of 3 and wife to Henry, who has been in the USAF for 20 years. Her education, training, and skills have afforded her a career in the medical profession. Her hobby and passion has always been creative writing and writing in general.

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Education > Special Education The dangers of labeling a child: 1 of 55
The dangers of labeling a childChildren are like sponges and tend to absorb everything we adults say and do. It imprints to their memories and contributes to how they react, respond, and behave. This is why labeling a child can have damaging ramifications, leaving the child hindered and maladjusted.From a child development an... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > New Year's How to make healthy (and successful) New Year's resolutions: 2 of 89
How to Make healthy (and Successful) New Year's ResolutionsAs the old year gears up to bid farewell and that inner voice of reason begins to ponder the negatives that mingle in our life, New Year's resolutions become the traditional promises for positive change in the upcoming year. Most New Year's resolutions are designed wi... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should public schools offer courses in the Bible?: 2 of 66
Should public schools offer courses in the Bible?What is the Bible and which version will be taught? The Bible is a religious book with included chapters that are said to be the actual words of God. Many denominations use variations of the Bible, so again, which version do you want taught in a public school? I guess I would h... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Assessing poetry.com: 1 of 32
"Poetry.com Scam"It is amazing that Poetry.com still has so much life even though it is a scam. This site and its sister sites all work on the same principle-preying on the hopes and dreams of innocent people.I remember learning about Poetry.com when I was 10 years old and my Great Grandmother Trudy was teaching me about poet... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Technologies & Issues Should cell phone use be banned while driving?: 9 of 270
Should cell phone use be banned while driving?Yes, cell phone use while driving a motor vehicle should definitely be banned. It just makes sense. How many times have you used your home phone within the confines of your house, got so into the conversation or lost your train of lthought because of the phone conversation? Did yo... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Can intelligent design be considered a science: 1 of 29
Is Intelligent Design Science or Religion?(Dissecting Intelligent Design)Author and biochemist Isaac Asimov once wrote, "The Earth, in nearly 5 billion years since it assumed approximately its present form, has undergone a vast evolution." (Science PastScience Future, 1970). Today, the proof of evolution is in abundance, whil... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Should fathers be able to opt out of parenthood?: 1 of 27
Should Fathers be able to Opt-out of ParenthoodLet's think about that for a moment, "Should fathers be able to opt out of parenthood?" It really depends on the situation. As a proponent of women's rights, and especially, women's reproductive rights, it only seems right to extend equal rights to the male in the equation. A wom... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values 10 things I hate about the world we live in: 11 of 273
10 Things I Hate About the World We Live InSometimes, I sit and ponder our world, ponder the good, ponder the bad, ponder the beautiful, the ugly, and the sad. For as much positive that I see around me, I am equaled out by the negatives that circulate my own American society, as well as the world community at large.I ache and... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) Is MySpace a safe Internet venue for teens?: 3 of 71
Is MySpace a Safe Internet Venue for Teens?It is becoming increasingly evident that, when bad things happen with teens or teens make bad choices, parents will clutch every straw in the blame game that they can. Let's face it; our teens are as safe in life as the smarts and common sense their parents instill in them. So, is My... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Is it asking too much to expect a thank you from a 8-10 year old grandchild?: 1 of 23
Is it Asking too Much to Expect a Thank You from an 8-10 Year Old Grandchild? It is becoming more apparent that a good many of the youth of today are void one of the most important social skill-mannerism. Long gone are the days of "Please and thank you", and yet, who is to blame for this void? For older generations, or bette... More..