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Arts & Humanities > Performance Dance Experiences in Marching Band, Drum Corps or Winter Guard: 1 of 11
"So what instrument do you play in the band?" "Cymbals" Cock of the head with a confused look. Making a banging motion of the hands together, "You know, like the monkey" Yes, this is the experiences of a cymbal chick. An instrument that anyone can play that actually is rather complicated. I spent two years in the marching ban... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should parents or schools lead the way in teaching children about homosexuality?: 10 of 30
I think that the best answer to this question lies somewhere between both and neither. When either schools or parents are teaching children about a controversial topic they are imparting their own personal bias on the topic. If instead the child is allowed to observe things in the world and ask what questions he will when and... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Education Ballet classes: The importance of good technique: 1 of 3
Technique is crucial to ballet for several reasons. First and foremost bad technique can cause bodily harm. Things such as over turning out, bent legs in eleve and rolling your arch can cause serious knee problems. The proper measurement of your turn out is to have the point of your knee in line with your big toe. Many styles... More..
Travel > United States Theme park reviews: Disneyland, Anaheim, California: 3 of 8
Disneyland is without a doubt my favorite place on earth. I was going weekly for several months. Disneyland is Walt's park and there are many personal touches scattered throughout the park. When you arrive off the tram from the parking structure you are in what is called Downtown Disney this is a shopping and restaurant dist... More..
Travel > United States How to overcome your fear of roller coasters: 13 of 33
My first roller coaster ride I was terrified. My sister took me on Colossus at Six Flags Magic Mountain on one of the large drops I put my head down and the G forces made increased resistance to bring it back up. The sensation lasted only a few seconds but it terrified my 10 year old self. We went on one other big coaster tha... More..
Health & Fitness > Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder: Illness or excuse?: 45 of 107
Bipolar disorder, clinically described is a chemical imbalance that causes the subject to experience abnormal highs and lows of mood. Personally described its it's own special kind of hell. Highs meaning times where you spend things you shouldn't, sleep with people you wouldn't, can't keep track of your thoughts, can't keep y... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Quick and easy Mexican food: 16 of 34
Pork enchiladas (can also be done with chicken, beef or cheese)4 pork chops1 package shreaded mexican cheese1 lrg can green enchilada sauce10" flour tortillas (burrito size)cumingarlic powdersalt and peppertapito (or other hot sauce)2 tbsp olive oiltake raw pork chops and dice into small pieces sprinkle liberally with cumin, ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Understanding Ancient Israel's history: 5 of 9
A Simple Turn of PhraseThe term "judaize" (from the Greek, ioudaizein) has, like many other terms, changed in its meaning over time. If you take a more direct definition of the word, from its literal interpretation, then you get an image of a term that speaks of other cultures unifying with the Jews, if you take the term as i... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Education What to know as an adult taking your first dance lessons: 13 of 23
The absolutely most important thing to remember when taking dance classes as an adult is to be open-minded. This means to accept that you can do what the teacher asks if you only try. The second most important thing is attempt to mimic the moves exactly as taught to the best of your ability. Many adults go into a dance class ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Is the Bible the word of God: 24 of 42
The Hebrew Bible: A Collection of Many VoicesWhether "directly" from God or merely inspired writings on the topic of religion, there is no debate that the Hebrew Bible or Old Testament was written by the hands of men. When and where these men come from is a subject of much debate. The Hebrew Bible is a collection of voices th... More..