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About me - Emma Riley Sutton

My friends call me "The Queen of Useless Information;" if you need any information about something that doesn't matter, ask me. I absorb strange facts and trivia. I am not sure how or why I acquired this unusual skill, but I am proud of it.

I earned two B.A.s,

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Religion & Spirituality > Theories of Spirituality In the eyes of a child: Child-like faith: 1 of 10
A while back, my family hit a bad patch. I knew I had to turn to God to heal and restore my family. I prayed the Scriptures; I prayed in the Spirit; I praised; I fasted; I thanked God in advance for taking care of this situation. I felt as if I wasn't getting anywhere. I was the modern equivalent to the women with the issue ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Funny Father's Day gifts: 1 of 10
When dads aren't saying "don't make me come back there" and "if I told you once, I've told you a millions times", they can be quite funny. A dad's sense of humor often takes a back seat to more pressing issues such as going to work, keeping the car running and mowing the lawn. For Father's Day, it would be nice to bring his ... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Factors to consider in sending children to preschool: 1 of 10
As a mom who is considering letting my daughter go to pre-school, I have so much to consider. I feel overwhelmed. The questions I have far outweigh any of the answers I seem to be getting. The answers are out there. As my daughter's advocate in all areas, it is my job to find those answers. Is the pre-school safe? That is a ... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Tips for saving the most on groceries: 4 of 39
Prices are on the rise, cutting costs is a must. Despite rising costs, my family has managed to save a little money here and there on just about everything. We have stopped going to movies, renting movies, and eating out. We only drive when we have to, making sure to get everything done in one trip. Buying groceries is anoth... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Which dog breed makes the best pet?: 6 of 58
Deciding what dog is best for you is a difficult decision and one that should not be taken lightly. As a responsible pet owner, you must know what the dog requires and how you will meet those needs. To make this decision a bit easier, dogs have been grouped together by similar traits, needs, and abilities. Those dog groups a... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: I hear you: 15 of 142
I hear you breathe nestled in your bed so tight and so warm. I hear you walk with wobbly legs to fetch your favorite toy. I hear you giggle at the sight of your special friend your eyes alone see. I hear you think of thoughts to say speech mumbled by inexperience and excitement. I hear you dream of your dreamy things that on... More..
Education > Homeschooling Is homeschooling better than formal education?: 11 of 103
Homeschooling, the way my family does it, is better than public schools in our area. Public schools in our area are too under-funded, over-worked, and busy babysitting to actually teach much of anything. And, for the record, I am a bit miffed by the implication that homeschooling is not a formal education. The way my family ... More..
Health & Fitness > Alzheimer's and Dementia Where is the funny side of sad in Alzheimers: 1 of 9
My grandfather was always a funny man. He had been to compared to Will Rogers on more than one occasion. He had a quick, down-home wit that amused everyone. When we found out he had Alzheimer's, we thought this side of him would be taken over by the disease. In some ways it was, but, we found a way to find humor in that awfu... More..
Home & Garden > Real Estate (Other) What is the best town to live in?: 1 of 9
If I had to move from my small southern town of Creeks Bend, located three miles south of No Where and just east of The Middle of Nothing, I would move to Oklahoma City. I have lived there in the past and nothing compares to it. I have lived on both coasts and many places in between, but if I had to give up Creeks Bend, I wo... More..
Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts Fun Father's Day crafts for kids: 1 of 9
What dad doesn't love a gift his children made for him? No matter their ages or abilities, these gifts are treasured by their fathers. With a little help or no help at all, there are several options for homemade crafts children will enjoy creating for their dads, granddads, even a special uncle or other father figure in thei... More..