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Currently, I have one Web Development degree from ITT Technical Institute, and I am working on a second degree in Information Systems Administration with ITT. I tried other colleges, all of them online, and was dissatisfied with all-online colleges and their

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Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Are there angels among us?: 1 of 33
The Bible states in Hebrews 13:2, "Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares." In Daniel 12:1, the Bible states, "And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was si... More..
Hobbies & Games > Role Playing & War Games The appeal and addiction of role playing games: 1 of 11
Dungeons and Dragons has been a pastime for all of my life, both as a child and an adult. I always find it strange, though not surprising, that religious leaders, organizations, authors, and those who no longer play the game have opposed it on moral grounds. I find though that they cite examples of immorality that are beyond ... More..
Education > Adult Education Is a college education still cost effective?: 1 of 10
College is expensive. There is no doubt about that, but so is your first car, your utility bill, your health insurance, your groceries, your gas, and often times your recreation. Life is expensive, but without a college education you will not have the same standard of living as those who do have college degrees in most cases.... More..
Computers & Technology > Business & Office Software Microsoft Word tips: 1 of 7
If you are like me you are tired of opening up Microsoft Word and seeing the same old document properties you have to make all the necessary changes to in order to get the look and feel you want. This problem can be resolved quite easily, and you can set the default document and properties you desire as much as you want. This... More..
Personal Finance > Taxes Federal tax credits and benefits for US students: 1 of 4
Obama has said that he plans for college students to be able to get a $4000 tax credit for college for each year of school in exchange for 100 hours of community service. To the stout conservative this sounds perfectly obvious. Since the Democrats don't really want to lower your taxes $4000, you can work for a tax credit. How... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Moon glow: 7 of 23
The Curious Moon There it was with the sun making shadows Looking in my room It comes to me in my sleep The curious moon Glowing dim and bright in my dreams Peeking from 'hind the clouds Shining on waves of clouds like a sea Flying over day gone down The room is lit by the lunar glow Reaching through blue dark Th... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Valentine wishes: 3 of 8
SUMMER WINDIf I could be with you nowThe things I could show you howLove can doMaking love to youIf I could lay in green grassWhere only love could passMe to youLove is all that's trueAnd I can feel the summer windOn the body of your skinYour quiet whisper in my earIt is all that I can ever hearShadows twistYou give me all of... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Unrequited love: 22 of 54
Breathing in the smoke of a stale cigarette, Andrew turned his head about to scan the bar as he placed the empty pack on the countertop and tipped the last ounce of wine into his mouth between his lips. Wearing a red moustache from the wine spilling onto his upper lip, he stood and walked lazily toward the exit of the bar.Str... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) How to adjust the virtual memory paging file in Windows XP: 2 of 4
Many online contacts often tell me their computer is running slow, or they want to make it run faster. There are many ways of treating the problem. Adjusting the Virtual Memory Paging (VMP) file is one of them. First, let's make sure that the computer is not being slowed down by common problems with common fixes. If you have ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture How the Christian cross came into being and what it means to Christians: 1 of 2
The cross, or crucifix, came to be a symbol after Christ died at the hands of Romans. If any one of the twelve apostles were alive today, they might be confused by the symbol of the cross hung around the neck of a Christian. By way of comparison, it would be like wearing a symbol of an electric chair around your neck. Yet, it... More..