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After 15 years in the kitchen and seven years in the Military, you would think I would have gotten enough punishment. Nope, I still have the chaos gene. I love to cook, chase the impossible meal, get down on my knees, and do whatever it takes to make your

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Restaurants: 3 of 19

People are strange creatures. No matter where you go they seem to do the most unusual things. Most people are completely oblivious, they have no idea what is happening around them. This is true of the endless drones greedily marching through a buffet line, like starving carnivorous cattle. I have on many occasions marveled a... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) History and development of food in civilization: 1 of 5
One element of all societies both past and present that is indicative of all human beings is food. Because food is a necessity, every society that has ever existed has organized their lives around the procurement of sustenance. Every aspect of culture is in some way affected by the need to eat. By studying the local cuisine,... More..
Arts & Humanities > Middle Eastern History The legacy of Hammurabi to Ancient Mesopotamia and the world: 3 of 11

Let us examine the importance of Hammurabi's Code. Hammurabi was one of the first Kings to have a documented form of judicial law. Hammurabi. "The sixth king of the first dynasty of Babylonia (1792-1750 BC). ( A Dictionary of World History 2008). Hammurabi's code encompassed many facets of law that are still present in today... More..
Jobs & Careers > Nonprofit & Service Sector The value of volunteering: 6 of 18

The multiple benefits of volunteerism help to make the world a better place. Effecting positive change through personal sacrifice is a labor of love. If only one person can make a difference, two will benefit. "Touching the life of someone or, altering it with such significance that is irrevocably changed for the better, is ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Fear: 16 of 44

I Fear I am afraid of it all. I can do no right only wrong befouls my deeds no matter how I try. Grasping towards the future only my past lingers there; fumbling around in a dark pocket trying to find a light. I am afraid. I am in fear. I see in the distance a mighty crag seating near and above the heavens. I see the sun gai... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Ideas for improving the United States education system: 42 of 99

I am a proponent of the introduction of fresh and organic produce into the school systems as an imperative attribute in complete symbiosis with education. With out proper nutrition education will become difficult at best. I would encourage you to research the issue at http://www.farmtoschool.org/ take the time to learn what ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Veterans: 29 of 64

A fine yet solemn morning tussled amongst autumns lisp. A gentleman aged 86 on a corner begging, desperately trying to pay in jest, the bills of weaning utilities he feels he must. Labor to pay the ransom demanded. How is this aged man to pay without laborwithout faith? Treason I believe it is to force an honored veteran to ... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Asian food history: 1 of 2

China is a vibrant country with a history of development that transcends 5000 years. To understand the cuisine of China you must understand some basic facts of Chinese history. China has found ways to refine and perfect many arts in the great time period that China has existed within. There are four distinct regions in China... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews DVD reviews: When The Levees Broke - A Requiem in Four Acts: 1 of 2
Spike is in the habit of only telling one side of the story. He is an urban version of Michael Moore. Mr. Lee has many great points but his agenda is overpowering. His purpose would have been better served with an accurate response from the other side. There are so many facts that are missing in this documentary that the onl... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Origins of classical French cuisine: 1 of 2
What is fine dining? French to American Cuisine. What is fine dining? What an equitable question. I suppose that there are many different points of views that may contradict and are consumed by each other. What is food? What makes some styles more palatable than others? Well, lets take a stab a deciphering a couple of approa... More..