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After a lengthy career as an elementary school teacher, I am striving to develop a long-latent inclination to write. I have had articles published in The Globe and Mail,(Toronto), The Buffalo News, and The St. Catharines Standard. I am a regular contributer

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Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) Eczema: Symptoms and treatment: 1 of 30
Eczema is a recurring inflammation of the skin. It usually begins in childhood , appearing within the first six months of life. It can continue through adolescence and into adulthood. Although some children may outgrow the condition, about 80% of those affected will have dry, irritable skin throughout life.Eczema, also known ... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Soul mates: Do they really exist?: 2 of 48
The romantic young singles of today are consumed with an overwhelming desire to find their one and only "soul mate." Some of them actually believe that, out of more than six billion people on the planet, there is only one special person who will be a perfect match for them.This concept is illogical. It is the stuff of fairy t... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Does happily ever after exist?: 1 of 24
This will come as a huge disappointment to all those idealistic young people with starry eyes and hopeful hearts, but no, that Utopian state of "happily ever after" is not to be found on Planet Earth.Think about it. When you were a child, and your parents ruled your world, you couldn't wait to grow up. You thought then, you'... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Concepts (Other) How we relate to religious symbols: 1 of 23
The Oxford English Dictionary defines a symbol as "...an object, person or event that represents something else." By extension then, a religious symbol is an object, person or event which originates on earth but which reminds us something, someone or some event which exists on a higher, spiritual plane. Symbols play a major r... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Tips for achieving contentment: 2 of 42
The dictionary defines contentment as being "peaceful, happy and satisfied". Through many years of living, I have found that contentment comes from within oneself. Depending on others to provide your contentment is useless. Others have their own lives to lead. Their concerns will and should claim their primary attention. Here... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Reasons not to drive: 1 of 20
My friend recently lost her driver's license because of neurological problems. She was extremely upset. As a widow, living alone in the suburbs, the car was as useful to her as one of her arms. She was out and about in it daily, visiting, shopping, volunteering, and going to doctor's appointments, the library, and church. It ... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues How to tell if someone hates you: 1 of 20
Unless you are pretty thick-headed, it is easy to tell when someone dislikes you. Just whether or not that aversion has escalated into actual hatred is more difficult to judge. And, it really doesn't matter. Your response to either emotion should be to stay out of his or her way either permanently, or until you discover the c... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Helping children deal with problems and issues relating to school: 2 of 39
Every child is unique, one of a kind, a special gift to his parents and family, to his city and country and ultimately to the world. The school years are important. It is then that the gifts and talents with which he will enrich the world during his lifetime, are recognized and developed.Because the child is human, there will... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues The Trinity: How God takes three forms: 4 of 73
A human being trying to understand the Trinity is like a beetle trying to comprehend the universe. Our brains are just not equipped to handle it. It is a Mystery. One day, when we reach our eternal reward, it may become clear but certainly not while we're on the this earthly sphere.The Trinity means that there is only one God... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Did Judas Iscariot go to heaven or hell: 1 of 18
Almighty God alone knows the final destination of the soul of Judas Iscariot. Judas undoubtedly committed sins serious enough to make him deserving of hell, but so have many humans we now regard as saints,Consider Peter, the leader of the Apostles. He denied Christ three times. He was too cowardly to be present at the foot of... More..