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I started writing at the age of six when I received my first diary. The words flowed onto the pages and haven't ceased. Though I have always had a passion for writing and it came naturally, I never saw myself as a writer. So while pregnant with my first child,

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Food & Drink > Seafood Recipes Recipes: Seafood and wine combinations: 3 of 39
Appropriate pairing of wine and seafood results in savory meals enhanced with each delightful combination entwining into mouthwatering bursts of flavor and aromatic herbal sensations. You can experience superb seafood and wine pairing with this easy and entertaining combination: CREAMY ITALIAN HERB PASTA WITH SHRIMP AND CHAR... More..
Education > Special Education What are learning disabilities (LDs)?: 1 of 11
Learning Disabilities (LDs): What are they? INTRODUCTION When children have learning difficulties, parents are most often the first to detect that something is not correct. And once noticed, parents want answers, information, and reliable advice and resources. A collaborative and exploratory effort amongst parents, schools, ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles Lifestyles: Enjoying the morning bliss: 1 of 11
Each morning as the sun rises the birds slowly begin to chirp. One bird will twitter a melody and as nature calls other birds begin to chirp. The melodious tune is a natural alarm clock which softly, slowly, effortlessly causes my body to awake. A cool breeze gently flows through my window and blankets my body and awakens my... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Teacher tips: How to deal with meddlesome parents: 2 of 20

Meddlesome parents want to be part of their child's education. They desire to know what's going on, who's doing what, when assignments are due, and whom to talk to for every little situation. So how do you deal with these interfering parents? 1. Invite them to your classroom. Parents who are nosy - asking lots of questions, ... More..
Education > College Life Are parents ruining their children's college education?: 1 of 10
Are Parents ruining their Children's College Education? Children's college education begins many years before children enter college. Parental involvement within their child's education begins as soon as little ones enter pre-school. Discovering which parents have concerns, which students have concerns, and which children ar... More..
Education > Special Education The challenges of teaching dyslexic students: 1 of 9
Dyslexic Students: What are the teaching challenges? According to Frost and Emery in "Academic Interventions for Children with Dyslexia Who Have Phonological Core Deficits" (1995), approximately three to six percent of school-aged children are believed to have developmental reading disabilities, or dyslexia. Dyslexia is a ne... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > New Year's Tips for enjoying New Year's Eve as a family: 1 of 9
The last day of the year is approaching and the family is going to spend the last moments of the year together. These times call for delectable foods, first-rate family games, and assorted party favors These four tips will ensure an enjoyable family New Year's Eve: 1. Purchase a party pack of New Year's Party Assortments For... More..
Education > Education (Other) Tips for working with a school counselor: 1 of 9
Tips for parents and students to connect with their school counselor to assure student academic success School counselors are one of the academic support systems to ensure success for all students. Suggestions for back-to-school tips for parents and students to connect with their school counselor to ensure a successful schoo... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Creative Mexican recipes for potluck parties: 2 of 16
Within the Mexican culture, potlucks are weekly gatherings for family and friends. It's a time to socialize, to let children play, and to share home cooked meals. If you'd like to bring a savory dish or two to the next potluck, here are some of my favorite Mexican recipes: ~CHILAQUILES pronounced chee-lah-kee-lehs: The thoug... More..
Sciences > Psychology Introduction to operant conditioning: 2 of 16
Operant Conditioning The legacy that Burrhus Frederic Skinner left behind is the entire system based on operant conditioning, which was derived from his work in clinical psychology. Within "Clinical Psychology," Sundberg and Winebarger indicate Skinner was an outstanding proponent of the behaviorist theory: Skinner was the m... More..