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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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Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Should pharmacists be forced to violate religious beliefs by selling the morning after pill?: 7 of 85
Should pharmacists be forced to violate religious beliefs by selling the morning after pill?Just like a doctor or a nurse or any other medical professional, a pharmacist does not have the right to refuse services because of their own personal belief. If we allowed that type of behavior to infect our medical system, a system t... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Foods that build bulk muscle: 1 of 12
"Foods that Build Bulk Muscle"There is definitely a fascination with a well sculpted body, and the intricate part of a well sculpted body is muscle formation. It takes time, discipline, and dedication to building a well defined and sculpted body. Body builders and athletes know that being bigger and building bulk muscle does ... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should school counselors uphold patient privacy or report students who might become unstable?: 1 of 12
Should school counselors uphold patient privacy or report students who might become unstable?This question is a bit misleading. A school counselor should most definitely uphold patient privacy when they are engaged by a student who is at risk or displaying signs that they may become unstable; however, that does not mean they ... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Should school systems move to full-day kindergarten programs?: 5 of 55
All three of my children have had full day kindergarten. We are originally from New York (downstate Long Island region), and full day kindergarten has been in place in many places for many years now. When I was a child, it was still half day for kindergarten, but I can remember loving the environment and that being part of th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: How Hillary Clinton lost her lead: 3 of 32
The Media Shifts the LeadYou know, in recent years, there has been much attack against the media machine. Republicans will decry that the media moguls and outlets all lean "left" and are considered to be "The Liberal Media", while the Democrats are often heard denouncing the media as a divisive tool doing the work of the "rig... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips How to read food labels: Supermarket nutrition demystified: 1 of 10
"How to Read Food Labels: Supermarket Nutrition Demystified"Do you remember the days when you could just go into your supermarket and load your cart with food and other products, and head for the check-out with ease? Supermarket shopping use to be a no-fuss-no-muss ordeal, but today, there is more awareness and emphasis place... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Teen advice: How to tell if you're too possessive: 1 of 10
"Teen Advice: How to Tell if You're too Possessive"Teens and possessiveness almost goes hand-in-hand today. One only has to look at the environment teens, and children in general, are being raised in to see problematic situations that culture teenagers into becoming possessive. There is a growing epidemic of single parent hom... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Does Nicole Richie have what it takes to become a mother?: 5 of 49
Does Nicole Richie have what it takes to become a mother?I normally do not care what the like of Nicole Richie or her side kick Paris are up to because I do not really consider them Hollywood talent, but rather wealthy brats who were given a free ride to the spoiled life; and, look at them now. However, does Nicole have what ... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Technologies & Issues Should cell phone use be banned while driving?: 28 of 271
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..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Are "nanny cams" a violation of babysitters' rights?: 8 of 75
Are Nanny Cams a Violation of Babysitters' RightsWe live in an age of technology, so why not use it to our advantage. Our children are precious and deserve our vigilant concern for their welfare. Let's face it, you can scrutinize and interview meticulously, when hiring a nanny, and still wind up with someone that just might b... More..