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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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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Empathy: 13 of 23
Joe Cousins stands on the corner of Boulevard and Orange Ave. His left leg is in a brace. He leans on his crutch, and holds a cardboard sign in front of him. The sign is barely legible, scrawled in magic- marker, it says; " Hungry and Homeless, Please Help". Most of the cars just drive by, another panhandler looking for drug... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Family Law Should US citizens accused of domestic abuse lose the right to bear arms?: 16 of 27
Police Departments are up in Arms over the Domestic Violence Act of 1996. Police officers in Denver are going (ballistic)over the two police officers having their guns taken away after it was discovered that they had a history of domestic violence. According to Lani Gibbs of the Colorado Domestic Violence Coalition; " That t... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Why can't people go the speed limit when you are in a hurry: 3 of 5
If your one of those people who just can't stand the slow drivers, there are a few tips to lower your blood-pressure: Early in the morning, people are half awake and tend to drive a little slower. If you have caffeine nerves, you might want to consider taking an alternate route. You can actually make pretty good time, by tak... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Prevent road rage: 41 of 66
Anger is one of the strongest of human emotions. Anger causes changes in the brain that can affect judgment. In 1996 Loius Mizell, did a study for AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The study showed that "aggressive driving is on the rise" There seems to be a connection between aggressive driving and domestic violence, howev... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Things you should never do while driving: 15 of 24
I live in a fairly large city in New England, and I also operate a transit bus for a living. For the most part, the drivers in my town are pretty articulate; They have to be if they are ever going to get where they are going. Aside from the usual list of do-nots, such as talking on the phone, eating, kissing, and the all too... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Deciding whether to teach your child to drive or hire an instructor: 7 of 11
You Can Do it ! You can teach your teen how to drive without him driving you crazy. The first thing you want to do is to find a large empty parking lot that has parking spaces. This might take a little time, but you can always use the back of the high school after school hours or on weekends. Please don't go in the cemetery,... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Tips for driving in the rain: 13 of 20
It is critical to apply the "Three Commandments of Driving" Visibility, Traction, and Space when driving in rain. Sudden down-pours in thunderstorms can cause you to lose 50% of your visibility. Water under your tires can cause you to lose braking ability and puddling water, wet leaves and falling tree limbs can drastically ... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Victims of abuse: When enough is enough: 34 of 51
I met a woman while I was working, helping out at a site that wasn't my regular job. She was a Chinese woman about twenty years old. At lunch time her husband made her sit in hot van away from the other woman so she wouldn't learn American ways. When he wasn't around she would sneak out and come and sit with us at the picnic... More..
Education > Primary School (Other) Teaching your child to ride the school bus safely: 8 of 12
School Bus Safety Tip Going back to school can be fun and exciting experience for you and your children. You've been shopping for new clothes and school supplies and the kids are eagerly awaiting the first day of school and a chance to see their teachers and friends again. You arrive at the bus stop early on the first day .T... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: True lessons learned the hard way during employment: 87 of 126
My first non-traditional job was as a ceramic tile setter. I guess it was the money that lured me into this career, since I was in my early thirties with a child to raise, and it seemed that a lot of women were going into the trades. I spent the next month learning how to mix cement, lay brick, and cut tile. I found my self ... More..