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I am a writer from Ohio , around the Youngstown area. I hope to some day be able to write full time. Over the last three years I have had one book published and hope to have another by the end of 2007.
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Education > College Search Is it worth it to go to college?: 6 of 43
Iowa Central; Does it measure up? Today colleges all across the country are faced with the same problem as the now extinct dinosaurs. Adapt or die or at least be left behind. The Internet has opened up a whole new era for people who wished to go to college but for reasons of employment or family aren't able to attend a regula... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Adventure: 39 of 183
The crackling sound of thunder could be heard for miles as a blinding flash of light illuminates the night sky. Clutching onto his little brother for dear life , Steven slowly makes his way up the razor sharp cliffs. "Hold on I see the light house! Billy did you here me?" Steven yells at his little brother, his voice shaking ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Christmas: 20 of 79
My first Christmas gift; I remember it fondly as I look back on that frigid December morning in 1823 on my grandfather's farm in Indiana. My parents, my two sisters, Elizabeth and Victoria and I were making the journey from Columbus. To spend the holiday with mother's parents, the trip was long and tiring. The bitter wind sla... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Politics (Other) Commentary: Proud to be an American: 14 of 44
With the New Year fast approaching, looking back on 2007. What do we see? Do we see the American dream being preserved for future generations? Do we see advancements in medicine that is available to all Americans? Have we finally abolished racism forever? Have we balanced education or seen to it that no children go hungry?As ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) Should government candidates be required to hold press conferences and answer questions from the media and the public?: 9 of 27
Political disclosure, should we trust our future leaders to have true transparency in regards to their intentions? Should we hold them to a higher standard of truthfulness and honesty? Can we be so naive as to expect what we ask for is what we will get?We have to ask ourselves are we really asking for full disclosure? Or the ... More..
Education > Homeschooling Deciding to homeschool: Parent's guide: 3 of 9
Home schooling; providing a child's main education program at home. Home schooling takes the place of full-time public education. The argument over the best methods for teaching has raged for a long time. With each new generation come new arguments and ideas of what is best for our children. This is a complicated subject with... More..
Education > Adult Education Re-entering school in middle age: 4 of 11
Forty Year Old FreshmanBeing a person northeastern part of Ohio, an area that resembles many parts of the country affected by the receding tides of industry. My story starts out with me losing my job due to company downsizing with a house and family to support. I found myself with outdated skills, no new jobs, and few options... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Politics (Other) State of the American Union: 3 of 8
Strength and Weakness of the American Political SystemThe American government has many powers and strengths at its disposal in which to govern this great country. One strength that stands out as one of it's most fundamental is that the federal government shares sovereignty with the states and the Supreme Court balancing the r... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization How to find your true passion: 61 of 108
Knowing passion, through the span of time, human beings have found themselves forever in pursuit of it. This state of being that has driven nations to war and lovers to suicide.If we listen closely to our hearts, it would tell us that passion is more important than food or drink, more important than rest or fortune. If we wer... More..
Business > Business (Other) Ten tips for hiring and contracting with a commercial painting company: 2 of 3
Through the course of the life of any building maintenance must be done. To maintain the cosmetic look and to protect the investment. Which will eventually bring you in contact with a commercial painting company. Even if the building happens to be block, stone or steel. Block and stone must be cleaned and sealed and steel mus... More..