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Sherrill began writing in 1987; since then she has written over 3,000 articles, profiles, interviews. reviews, and news bites. She has written press releases, done publicity work for a summer concert series and for an independent record label. In 1997 Sherrill

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Society & Lifestyle > North American Culture Native mascots: Right or wrong?: 1 of 15

In an age where political correctness rules over all words and language, it seems like all a person has to do to stir up some controversy is state that they do not like the name of something. Thus was the case in recent years over Native names for sports teams. In many cases it was not the name that was really at issue but t...
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Attitudes: Mistaking lack of common sense for stupidity: 2 of 23

Some of the most intelligent people of their time - Albert Einstein - learned in books and universities lacked common sense. Einstein was so distracted by his scientific projects that he forsook the common events of daily life like eating or putting on his socks. Common sense has absolutely nothing to do with the intelligenc...
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Are certain music genres scapegoats for violent behavior?: 3 of 23

It is human nature to look for an excuse or scapegoat any time something does not go the way it is planned. Throughout history people have tried to use music as an excuse or scapegoat for violence the adults and parents blamed the younger generation's behaviour on that "awful rock music" while the younger generation or those...
Entertainment > Music Education An introduction to classical music: 2 of 14

What is termed as classical music today covers everything written by the original long haired musicians and composers from the past four hundred years. Any musical style that is older than a few months or does not fit into the musical mainstream in some form today is often referred to as classic. In fact, the term classical ...
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Artist profile: Hank Williams: 1 of 7

He is considered by some to be the father of contemporary country music. In a four year period he turned out more hit songs than many artists do in a lifetime. His troubled life was reflected in his songs he became a model for future singers and songwriters. Hiriam Williams was born on September 17, 1923 in the small Alabama...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: When I think of you: 8 of 55

When I think of you I can only smile Your laughing eyes And smiling face Bring joy to my heart. When I think of you I am reminded Of the peace and joy That comes From deep Within my heart When I think of you I think of the beautiful Sunset of the ocean And the peace That it brings To my soul When I think of you I think of mu...
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts The benefits of sewing your own clothes: 2 of 13

I don't but my mother does and has since before I was born. While I have bought some of my clothes many of them came from my mother. The best part about her making my clothes is that they are in a style and design that I like and more importantly they fit; even though she lives over a thousand miles away. And besides that sh...
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Artist profile: R. Kelly: 1 of 6

Like Bad Bad Leroy Brown R Kelly was born on the south side of Chicago. He shares a birthday with British rock star and legend David Bowie Robert Sylvester Kelly was born on January 8. In an age when creative classes are the first things to go when the school budget gets tight; Kelly was lucky to have a music teacher. It was...
Education > Reading & Writing Skills Which is a better way to teach children to read: Whole language or phonics?: 4 of 21

Phonics may be a wonderful way to teach a child the correct sounds for letters and letter combinations; however, with American English as we know it today this method of teaching a child to read is grossly lacking in providing a child with a complete reading education. From the time they are born children are inundated with ...
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Artist profile: Johnny Cash: 2 of 10

His attire, whether it be o or off the stage, was as simple as his greeting. For the man who became known as "The Man in Black" would greet fans with four simple words, "Hi, I'm Johnny Cash". He was a simple man who came from simple beginnings, but led a complicated life. Cash was born JR Cash on February 26, 1932 in Kingsla...