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Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Should one's faith influence a citizen's vote?: 6 of 307
A citizen's vote reflects their personally held beliefs and opinions, which are inextricably intertwined with that person's faith. It is logical, and wholly desirable, for a citizen's convictions whether faith-based or otherwise to influence their choices in electing their government.Wikipedia explains voting this way, which ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Fathers: Ways to spend quality time with your kids: 1 of 30
To spend quality time with your kids, fathers need to start early. As children grow into teens it will be tougher to find common ground. Start now, dads! Quality time happens amidst quantity time.The best and easiest way to ensure a top spot on your priority list is to schedule a weekly or biweekly "date night" with each of y... More..
Education > Primary School (Other) How to prepare a child for elementary school: 1 of 14
Big changes, both exciting and scary, await your new grade schooler as they set off with their stiff new backpack and shiny lunchbox. Preparing your child to enter grade school may seem like an overwhelming task, especially if this is your eldest or only child. Take heart, parents! Most of the work has already been done.Acade... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Great gift ideas for new dads: 1 of 10
As the popularity of couples' baby showers and expectant daddy showers increase, more people are wondering "What's a great gift for a dad-to-be?" The answer lies in simplicity; what does the daddy love, what does the daddy need, and what makes the daddy's life with a newborn easier?Becoming a dad doesn't mean a man stops lovi... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood New dads: How to bond with the new baby: 3 of 24
Bonding with your new baby is not as complicated as it sounds, dads, and luckily it does not involve super glue or duct tape. It's amazing how something as small as a newborn can be so intimidating, isn't it? Take heart, fathers; you'll be better at this than you think and rewarded for it beyond your wildest dreams.During pre... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adoption Surrogacy: A gift of life: 1 of 7
I've been a surrogate mother. Twice.First, I'd like to debunk a few common myths about what surrogacy is and isn't, and then I'd like to share my experience with you.I often hear comments of a derogatory nature about surrogacy; it commercializes motherhood, it puts a price tag on human beings, it targets poor women, any femal... More..
Education > Education (Other) Fall 2007 school fashions for girls: 2 of 13
A fashion faux pas for anyone is embarrassing, but for kids dealing with incredible peer pressure and a desperate need to be accepted, it could toll the social death knell! For the 2007/2008 school year; revealing is out and layering is in, bling is out and clean, simple lines are in.Knowing what's hot and what's not doesn't ... More..
Education > Homework & Testing How to help in a child's classroom: 4 of 22
Helping in your child's classroom, though it may seem intimidating, is not difficult and may even be fun for both you and your child. There are many ways to get involved that do not require specialized training in a particular subject, but just a desire to be involved in your child's education and assist your child's teacher.... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Growing your small business: 7 of 38
Growing your small business is a simple matter of knowing your target audience and convincing them that they need what you have to offer. Whether you're a wholesaler, retailer, or service provider, you have to market yourself effectively to the right demographic in order to expand. More clients equal more revenue, no matter w... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges What fathers of teenage girls need to know: 3 of 16
Strange things are happening in this alien creature living in your home. Where a little girl used to live, a bright happy child that played house and with dolls and made up little songs and dances and puppet shows that you dutifully sat through and enthusiastically gave standing ovations for just moments ago, there now abides... More..