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My day job consist of teaching computer and creative writing classes to senior citizens at my local college, a job I truly love. I am also attending college working towards my BS in Administrative Services. At 50+ this has indeed been a challenge.

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Education > Adult Education Adult education 101: 15 of 25
Educational Opportunities for Adult Learners One only has to look at The National Center for Education Statistics(NCES) to realize that adult learners are no longer a minority. With the economic challenges we face today many adults are realizing a need to further their education. Some are discovering they need to return to t... More..
Arts & Humanities > Political Philosophy What is wrong with this world?: 82 of 123
What would make the world a better place? The first thought that comes to mind when broached with this question is common sense. Where has all the common sense gone? Today's world has become so obsessed with "my rights" that the world is fast becoming a place of selfish indulgence with no thought or value for human life or t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spirituality (Other) Are angels real or imaginary?: 102 of 152
That's like asking is faith real or imaginary, or is love real or imaginary. Just because you can't fiscally see or touch something doesn't mean it's not real. If you can not see someone's injury does that mean the pain is not real? It's real to the person who is experiencing it, and so is love and faith. I believe all the a... More..
Education > Adult Education Tips for teaching adult learners instead of younger learners: 21 of 29
There are three necessary requirements for teaching adult learners opposed to younger learners. First you must have and show patience. As an instructor for Learning in Retirement Classes at a local college the number one praise I receive from my students is "I really appreciate your patience." Patience is not necessary becau... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: At one with the universe: 35 of 43
HOME My home is somewhat battered and old, And often times it lets in the cold. But for riches and comfort I do not look, I stand only on the promises of God's Holy Book. It tells of a home that is bright and fair, And a Father above who hears my prayers. It offers faith for all who will heed, And a heavenly home with no hea... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Getting over writer's block: 112 of 137
I have taken several writing course and read numerous books on writing. The general consensus seems to be that getting started is the hardest part of writing. After trying a variety of these exercises I have found clustering to be the easiest, most enjoyable and the least time consuming. So just what is clustering? Clusterin... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Development Issues Why boys like "guns" and girls like "dolls": 17 of 20
Do Toys Influence Who We Become? Toys are more than just an object for children to play with. They are a vital part of the growing up process and offer an excellent means to aid in the development of a child's mind and body. Gary Cross in his essay "Barbie, G.I. Joe, and Play in the 60's" asserts "toys aren't only toys", but... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Advice for new writers: 74 of 87
#1 Key To Better Writing Although, writing may come easier to some than it does for others, most all writers will admit, in the early stages, in fact throughout your writing career, the number one key to becoming a better writer is practice. Finding the time to write is one of the most common complaints of beginning writers.... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Remembering Dale Earnhardt Sr.: 7 of 8
A Legend In His Own Right Racing has been around for over fifty years. It got its start from moonshine runners and evolved into a spectators sport on the shores of Daytona Beach, Florida. However, it wasn't until a young man showed up on the scene from Kannapolis, North Carolina that the sport became a national pastime as po... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Reflections: An average middle class US Citizen's views on issues: 22 of 25
It's All About Money Like a snowball hurdling down a mountain gaining momentum and size ready to demolish everyone in its path, until only those at the top are left standing. We the little people, the average everyday American are starving, drowning in debt, dying from stress related illnesses, while we watch as billions of ... More..