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Sciences > Astronomy Biography: Christa McAuliffe: 2 of 9
On rare occasions, an ordinary life is transformed into something extraordinary. Sometimes this happens by chance; sometimes it happens by design. In the case of Christa McAuliffe, it was a combination of both. Born Sharon Christa Corrigan on September 2, 1948, she was the oldest child of Edward and Grace Corrigan. Shortly a... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression How to choose the best doctor to treat depression: 3 of 13
Every day feels like an insurmountable challenge. You're tough. You can handle it. You can will yourself into feeling better. Then, one day you realize you can't. You know you need help. But where do you go? Who should you see? There are a number of different types of professionals specifically trained in mental health care:... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Before PlayStation: The toys I grew up with: 33 of 136
When I was growing up, we had little money for toys. A little red wagon and some plain wooden blocks provided many hours of entertainment. When we tired of these, the outdoors was our playground, and its inhabitants our toys. Pill bugs or "rolly pollies" were a continuing source of amusement. Once the initial excitement of w... More..
Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) Why Walgreens is a great neighborhood pharmacy: 4 of 16
With thousands of locations nationwide, there is almost always a Walgreens around the corner. Well located as well, Walgreens stores make an easy stop while you are out running errands, or on your way home from work. If convenience is the most important consideration, this is definitely the place to go. Having a Walgreens in... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Special Needs The differences between having a gift and being truly gifted: 2 of 8
We all have gifts. Some people are able to create beautiful gardens, some can whip up a delicious meal at the ring of the doorbell, and some have the gift of gab. This is not the same as being truly gifted. What does it mean to be truly gifted? Does this mean someone is able to score very high on an IQ test? That he is able ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Tips for booking a cruise as a gift for seniors: 1 of 4
Seniors love cruises for a variety of reasons. For some, it's a way to continue to travel when they are no longer able to travel more independently. Some love all of the entertainment and parties on board. Still others like the idea of being able to travel without continually having to pack and unpack their suitcase. For the... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Tips for planning a golf vacation with your kids: 1 of 4
TIPS FOR PLANNING A GOLF VACATION WITH YOUR KIDS Planning a golf vacation with your kids can be as easy as picking the right place to stay. Whether you think of a family golf vacation as an opportunity for you to play golf while providing the rest of the family with exciting activities, or as an opportunity to bond with your... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed How to determine if your toddler is gifted: 1 of 4
There are few parents who aren't amazed by each new skill their toddler develops. Whether it is talking, running, singing or a host of other things children learn to do during their early years of life, it is a rare parent that is not impressed by their child's precocity. While being amazed by your child's skills is great fo... More..
Education > Special Education The pros and cons of having your child labeled as learning disabled: 1 of 4
Is placing a label of learning disabled on a child more harmful than helpful? The answer to this question depends on the individual child, the nature of the disability, and the child's environment. The decision is not always easy, and a parent should carefully consider the pros and cons. In order for a child to receive speci... More..
Travel > Air Travel & Airlines How to travel comfortably in economy: 6 of 23
How to travel comfortably in economy In this day and age of airline cost-cutting, the highest level of comfort we can hope for when flying economy class is "tolerable." Further complicating this are the limitations placed on carry-on luggage. Still, there are a number of ways to enhance the comfort of your flight. Enhancemen... More..