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I have a Master's degree in Linguistics from Stanford University and a Bachelor's in English Language. I have additional work in Developmental Psychology, specializing in language acquisition. I thought that I would go on to get a Ph.D. but I have discovered

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Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Interesting facts about Julius Caesar: 1 of 14
Few historical leaders have such a collection of bizarre associations with their name than Julius Caesar, a Roman leader who lived from 100-44 BC. From salads to Cesarean sections to treacherous assassination, he and his story have left a mark. But how is it that he comes to us so well known, when many like it are destined fo... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Valentine's Day and the older person: 1 of 14
There are few pieces of mail that I cherish more than those I received from my deceased grandmother. I can just picture her frail hand that held the pen - shakily but deliberately writing. And yes, my grandmother sent me Valentines - she loved me dearly. The period of her romantic life with men was a fading memory to her now,... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History Causes and effects of the black death in Europe: 1 of 12
In 1347, right in the middle of one of the most disastrous centuries known to history, boys playing on a Genoan beach made a gruesome discovery. A trading vessel had missed the harbor and drifted ashore, containing dead and dying men. This ship and what it contained added to Northern Europe the worst chapter of a terrible st... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Terrorism The links between religious issues and terrorism: 1 of 11
Many people blame religion for the world's violent conflicts, including terrorism. Oh, that it were that simple. It is perhaps true that when emotions and convictions run high, as in societies and causes that could be called religious, there are people who are willing to go to extremes. But it is also often the case for the s... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History The Ides of March: 1 of 11
Apparently Julius Ceasar should have been better ware of the Ides of March, like he was warned. They sure did a number on him. Them and a bunch of traitors wielding knives in the senate. But even though the warning itself is famous, very few people probably know what 'Ides' refers to, of March or of any month for that matter.... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories A guide to buying a stroller for twins: 1 of 9
TWINS? DOUBLE YOUR EFFORT TO FIND THE RIGHT STROLLER!When my twins were babies, my stroller was my LIFELINE. Many places don't make it easy to bring two infants (even the supermarket, full of carts with one baby seat). A mom of twins can feel like a lefty in a world made for right handedness-things don't seem to be designed f... More..
Pets & Animals > Rodents Hamster breeds: The Syrian hamster: 1 of 8
The Syrian breed is the best recognized rodent subspecies Cricetinae, or hamster. Its appearance is most associated with the public image of the popular pet. A picture of a Syrian usually graces everything from packages of hamster food and bedding to literature on exotic pets. Otherwise known as the 'Golden' hamster begcause ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Biography: Mary I of Scotland: 1 of 8
The life of Mary Stuart, otherwise known as Mary Queen of Scots, is known for extremes - heights of beauty, glamor, and power, and lows of treachery, fear, and imprisonment. At her best moments she was proclaimed Queen of England, Scotland and France, and at her worst she endured politically-motivated rape and was perhaps com... More..
Business > International Business & Trade Understanding business etiquette in international trade: 1 of 8
With significant geographic, language and cultural barriers, nations that are typically considered "Western," (Western Europe and its former empire), are divided from cultures that are more typically "Eastern," (or those in India, Asia and Eurasia). These differences reach into nearly every aspect of daily life, including the... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Marriage customs of Ancient Rome: 1 of 8
Do you know why many of us wear rings on our left hand to symbolize engagement and/or marriage? Many are surprised when they learn that this tradition and may others, including wearing white at the ceremony which didn't enter western European tradition until much later, is brought to our culture from Roman wedding traditions.... More..