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Welcome, I hope you enjoy our visit. You are some of my favorite people. I like to watch you, as you help me grow. That's what is so fascinating about writing. I can include you in my life and write my way into yours.

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Pets & Animals > Birds Bird facts: Smew: 1 of 6
The Smew (Mergellus albellus) is a migratory bird with a flight path from the northern regions of Eurasia in summer to more temperate climates of the south during winter. The Smew is a beautiful diving duck. It is one of 3 saw billed variety of ducks. Saw Bills have hooked tips on their beak with and serrated edges for gripp... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture A look at Jonathan Edwards' sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God": 3 of 16
Jonathan Edward's sermon "Sinner's in the Hands of an Angry God" is such a beautifully and eloquently spoken sermon of love that many will likely see only as a sermon of God's displeasure with man. I don't think that I've ever been quite so glad to have been raised on the King James Version of the Bible as after reading this... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Assessing Bob Woodward's views on the Iraq war: 1 of 5
I have a problem with talk shows interviewing people about their views. Why? Because, most often, unless you agree with the hosts point of view (assuming you are the guest), you will be dodging barbed misconstrued feedback about whatever you say, and your viewers will be told what you said, even though they just heard you sa... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges How to encourage good body image in your teen: 6 of 28
"Begin to see yourself as a soul with a body rather than a body with a soul." Wayne Dyer, American motivational speaker and author. Everyone's body is different. The better you can teach this to your child from early in life, the better. The perfect body image of our culture is of our own creation and is a composition of ide... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Family tree: True stories about gardening with my parents (or grandparents): 30 of 135
So where did I get my deadly thumb? I kill house plants. I have tried gardens enough to know that I am a toxic gardener. My maternal grandparents bought two city lots when they retired. One they lived on, with a small garden in the rear, the other was their real' garden. The whole lot was full of vegetables. From lettuce to ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Is the Christian Eucharist in the form of real bread and grape juice legitimate?: 2 of 9
The Christian Eucharist is a matter of following the example set forth by Christ at the last supper. The Bible outlines how the first Sacrament was observed. This took place prior to Jesus death on the Cross. Jesus was instructing the disciples that He would need to be remembered for His sacrifice. Before Jesus passed the br... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Personalities Commentary: Why people "hate" Simon Cowell: 6 of 26
Love to Hate Simon Cowell? Simon Cowell has made his fortune as a producer of reality televisions talent search industry. He is one of the biggest draws to American Idol because we love to hate him. We've made this man a multimillionaire from our hate, and he goes home laughing. The man grates, intentionally. He remarked onc... More..
Education > Education (Other) What place do libraries have in our education system today, considering the rise in Internet-based research?: 17 of 73
Children starting in Kindergarten learn and develop a relationship of trust and intrigue for what can be found within the walls of a library. Now there are questions about the need or survival of brick and mortar libraries with the advent of the Internet. The truth is, the school and public library systems are far from dead ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Poetry analysis: Drinking Alone in the Moonlight, by Li Po: 4 of 17
Li Po also known as Li Bai was a sixth century Chinese poet. He was a Taoist and member of a small group of Chinese poets who were devoted to nature and wine. The poem "Drinking Alone with The Moon" is likely from that period of his life. Some other subjects that he studied in his poetry which may apply were an interest in a... More..
Personal Finance > Investing (Other) Why investing in art makes good sense: 4 of 17
Certain kinds of property tend to increase in value because they have worldwide appeal. Whatever the economy, there will always be those with the money who seek out the best in art. The reason art collectors and art dealers do collect is for just that reason. They know the world needs beauty. Owning something of beauty by an... More..