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I was born in Rhode Island, but I have lived most of my life in Connecticut. I started my driving Career as a taxi driver in New Haven. I spent several years as a school bus driver and went on to become a Driver's Education Instructor. I am now employed as

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Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Safety tips for long-distance drivers: 18 of 37
Long distance Driving Top Five Safety Tips. Long distance Driving can be a fun and inexpensive way to see this great Country. Your trip may take you to the wonders of the Grand Canyon, or to view spectacular fall foliage in the East. Wherever you venture, you can ensure happy memories for you and your family. Implementing th... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Grandparents and their rights: 3 of 6
Do grandparents have a legal right to visit their grandchildren? Apparently not anymore! Once upon a time, grandparents had some rights under The Visitation Rights Enforcement Act, November 12,1998. Devoted grandparents could take ease knowing that they could at least see their grandchildren anywhere in the United States as ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Mothers whose children go to war: 2 of 4
Oh War! What have you done to my boy? My boy, had bright eyes and a big smile, He graduated from college at the top of his class, He was going to be a lawyer. Oh War!, What have you done to my boy? My boy, was the apple of my eye, So like his father, He also went to war. Oh War! What have you done to my boy? My boy, was an a... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety How to mininize the consequences of a collision: 1 of 2
Everyone wants to avoid a vehicle crash. We maintain our cars, and drive defensively. We are alert to road hazards. In spite of all the extra care we take to remain safe, there may be a time when a collision is imminent. If you find that you cannot avoid a collision you should attempt to "Minimize the consequences". There ar... More..
Travel > Vacations The best vacation destinations for familes in Connecticut: 1 of 1
If you are looking for a great day-cation that is not only fun, and inexpensive, but will also help the victims of Pediatric cancer, then look no further. For what could be better in early autumn than to pack-up the whole family for a day of picking your own apples, peaches, berries and pumpkins at Lyman Orchards Farm. Lyman... More..
Travel > United States A local's guide to Rhode Island: 1 of 1
If you are coming to Rho- Di-land, any time soon, you are in for a treat. Most locals only go to Providence if they really have to, because the twenty -minute drive, from the beach communities is too far to go, for most people. If you find yourself in Providence, you will want to check out Federal Hill for your Italian cuisi... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Tips to pass a driving test: 9 of 17
There are two parts to a driving test. The written or laws test, and the road test. You would think that the road test is the most important part, but don't be fooled . You would be surprised at how many students fail the written test. Some have taken the test two or three times before they passed. If he or she doesn't pass ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Race and my community: 7 of 13
I am a Transit Bus Operator in a large Metropolitan New England City. I am desperately trying to fit into a community that is mainly African American and European immigrants. There are shootings and gang wars on a weekly basis. Most recently, a young black teen was killed when he ran a stop sign while riding a stolen dirt bi... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Priests should be permitted to marry: 13 of 24
Whether or not a Priest marries is the Churches business. It is not a sin to remain celibate in any religion. If a man chooses to be single and serve as a Priest, he is simply trying to emulate the life of Christ, and He doesn't have to answer to anyone for it. Those that have a problem with it are those churches who don't b... More..
Health & Fitness > Alcoholism Effective ways to stop someone from drinking and driving: 10 of 18
According to AAA; "Alcohol is involved in nearly half of all highway deaths." A study done in 1995 showed that more than 300 people per week died and more than 1 million were injured in alcohol-related crashes. About (half) of those killed weren't the ones who had been drinking.[1] Alcohol affects young people differently th... More..