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Getting to know me: "Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of Rum!" Not quite a pirate but I joined the United States Navy, as a Yeoman (secretary), a few months after graduating from high school, and served from January 1989-January 1993. My duties at Readiness Training + more bio information

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Politics, News & Issues > US Economy How rising gas prices have affected your daily life: 3 of 78

"Mom, is Dad coming home for lunch today?" asked our children. "No, he isn't." I replied, knowing they would be disappointed. As a single income family, by choice, we were already on a tight budget before the gas prices began their almost daily ascent. Two years ago we opted for a ten-year mortgage so that we could have our ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) A brief history of Bastille Day: 1 of 22

Many factors contributed the upheaval of French citizens that led to the storming of the Bastille Prison, on July 14, 1789, that essentially marked the beginning of the French Revolution. By the time Louis XVI became the King of France with his wife Marie Antoinette by his side as queen in 1774, decades of tensions within th...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Are parents or the advertising industry to blame for consumerism in children?: 1 of 20

Consumerism in children the fault of parents? Get out of here. Why, just yesterday on the news there was a story about a twelve year-old driving a Hummer to the mall with a ten and seven year-old in tow. Its true! The twelve year-old has a job, a license, a few credit cards, and all other things necessary to be an independen...
Education > Homeschooling Homeschooling: The hype and the truth: 1 of 12

By now, we are all too aware of the hype stemming from both sides of the home schooling camp. Before focusing on the hype and finding the balance of wherein lies the truth, we really should address what many of us have in common - we want what is best for our nation's children. Regardless of your opinions for or against home...
Education > Homeschooling Motivating your homeschooled child: 1 of 10

Sometimes we, as parents, go into panic mode when one or more of our home schooled children does not seem motivated when it comes to their learning. Advice pertaining to this issue will vary and, depending on your parenting style, you most assuredly will gear more towards authors whose style is more in-line with your views. ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Fun Fourth of July activities for kids: 3 of 29

Fun 4th of July activities for children are a great way to help the day go by - especially for younger children who are anxious to see a parade or fireworks. This year, make your Independence Day extra special by taking a trip back to revolutionary times and intertwining it with modern activities. * Homemade Root Beer. This ...
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Swimming pools: 1 of 8

When thinking about the humorous and memorable events that have taken place in our pool over the past ten years, I can think of many that brought laughter and smiles at the expense of a family member, friend, or myself. However, the one that springs to mind immediately, though humans are slightly involved, is more about - oh...
Pets & Animals > Exotic Pets & Animals How to raise giant Madagascar hissing cockroaches as pets: 1 of 6

On reality television shows, they cause contestants to squirm at the thought of eating them or being in an enclosed container with them. Nature shows, on the other hand, show them as they truly are - harmless, beautiful, and magnificent insects. They are inexpensive, safe, and taking care of them is fairly easy. Therefore, t...
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) The best Bastille Day celebrations in France: 2 of 11

Paris, La Rochelle, Saint Raphael, Poiters, Carcassonne, and Avignon are just a few of many cities that offer the best Bastille Day celebrations in France annually, on July 14th. You could choose to gaze at the Eiffel Tower in all its magnificence, or take off your shoes and go for a romantic stroll along a beach, or meander...
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Fun Bastille Day activities for kids: 2 of 11

Celebrate Bastille Day on July 14th with your children by being with the French in spirit. If Independence Day was a bit hard on your wallet due to traveling or having a fun blow-out party, don't worry, you can still do plenty of fun and inexpensive activities with the kiddies. Leftover 4th of July decor, utensils, cups, and...