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From a young age I've always been interested in social history and spirituality. At present I spend my days employed at a Pioneer Village in Canada. Previously a writer for Suite 101, and History Magazine.

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips Manners and morals of today's children and teens: 3 of 30

Children and teens haven't changed. Their needs are still the same The world around them has changed. We have gone from two parent families with a mother at home to single parents and the return of blended families. Blended families were common in the 1800's. We as parents teach through example. Do you thank the person holdi...
Business > Human Resources Tips for delegating: 16 of 21

You need to get the job done and time is of the essence. You have a deadline to meet. What are you going to do? You delegate, but to whom? The secret lies in knowing your employees strengths and weaknesses. Who is best qualified to get the job done properly? You would not hire your gardener to fix your plumbing. Where do you...
Business > Human Resources What do people want from work?: 32 of 41

Gone are the days of getting a job at the factory at the age of sixteen and working there until retirement. Say farewell to the gold watch and a pension plan. Times have changed from the mindless repetition of the factory line job for most of us. Say hello to several career changes in your life time and contract work. Did I ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift ideas for skateboarders: 14 of 17

The perfect gift for a skateboarder would depend on their age and their experience. A skateboarder under the age of ten will be happy with almost anything you buy them. They need the basics and until they decide they are serious you may be throwing your money away on an expensive board. If you are purchasing your board from ...
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed facts: Shetland Sheepdog: 6 of 7

Shetland sheepdogs also know as shelties come from the Shetland Isles. They are sheep herders and live in rocky and mountainous terrain. Because of this Shetland sheepdogs are like Shetland ponies and are breed to be small. A show dog is 13 to 14 inches to the shoulder. Some are smaller, and I know of some that have grown to...