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I am an avid explorer, and have visited more than 20 countries. I also lived in Asia for 5 years - one year in Turkmenistan, Central Asia and four years in South Korea.

Teaching, writing, and editing are my passions: I've taught English as a Foreign Language

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Risky Child Behaviors Assessing the safety of Heelys shoes: 2 of 12
Heelys were invented in 1998, and have already experienced two explosive waves of popularity with children; one when they first appeared on the market, and a second wave beginning in 2006. Kids love them, but many parents wonder: How safe are Heelys, these sneakers with a removable skate wheel in each heel? My initial instin... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Best US cities for raising kids: 1 of 6
Large American cities have an international reputation for being dangerous, full of drug gangs armed with illegal handguns. That may be true of a few, but in fact some are very pleasant, safe places... perfect for raising a family. Here are some of the best. 1) Seattle, Washington. Sure, kids might get stir-crazy at times, s... More..
Sciences > Astronomy Tips for choosing a telescope for a beginning astronomer: 1 of 6
Do you know someone who would like to take up astronomy? Why not get them a telescope this Christmas? Before you whip out the credit card, though, you'll need to familiarize yourself with the various types and sizes of telescopes used for different kinds of viewing. The key statistic about any telescope is its aperture: this... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding Why breastfed babies are healthier and maybe even smarter: 1 of 6
Human babies are designed to drink human breast-milk; it contains everything a developing infant needs. Infants grow up to be both healthier and even smarter when they get the perfect blend of nutrients and immune boosters that mom's milk provides. Studies over the last few decades have shown that children who have been brea... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation The Great Barrier Reef's influence on global conservation efforts: 1 of 6
Stretching for twelve hundred miles along Australia's east coast, the Great Barrier Reef is colossal, teeming with life and fragile. The Great Barrier Reef is the only living structure that is visible from space. The national park encompasses almost 129,000 square miles, an area nearly as big as Japan. It is a UNESCO World H... More..
Sciences > Zoology The importance of jellyfish in the ocean's food chain: 1 of 6
It may be hard to believe, but the gossamer creatures known as jellyfish are a vital part of the marine food chain, both as predators and prey. Jellyfish are carnivorous. Depending upon their size, they feed on zooplankton, ctenophores (comb jellies), other jellyfish, crustaceans, or even small fish. Different types of jelly... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in Asia Famine in North Korea: 1 of 5
Listless children, their stomachs distended from starvation, lay on cots in rows in the state-run clinic. There was no food to give them. Desperately thin farmers stood like scarecrows and surveyed the ruins of their third yearly crop in a row. Drought had taken up where the floods left off, and once again there would be no ... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Guide to classical music festivals in the US: 1 of 5
Want to experience world-class classical music performances in a relaxed (often outdoor) venue? You are in luck! Each year, dozens of communities, colleges, and ski areas across the US host music festivals, celebrating chamber music, symphonies, and opera. Here are brief descriptions of just a sample of the available festiva... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Archives Christmas 2007: Great music gifts for country music lovers: 1 of 5
Do you have country music fans on your Christmas gift list this year? Here are some recordings that are sure to get their boots a' scootin' and their eyes shining! George Strait is back again with "It Just Comes Natural," a pure country album of songs about divorce, broken hearts, running into old flames, and "Texas Cookin'.... More..
Entertainment > Movie News & Previews What to expect from the 2008 Academy Awards (Oscars) ceremony?: 1 of 5
Rolls of red carpet remain stacked up in a back closet; dress designers and jewelry rental agents weep softly in shuttered showrooms; caterers gorge themselves on canaps and champagne that were ordered, but never picked up; and celebrities in sweat pants click through the channels from their sofas while entertainment "journa... More..