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In my unintentional quest to never stick to a career, I've managed to work in a variety of fields, and hopefully these experiences have made me a little wiser and kinder.

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Education > College Life How to survive spring break with your best friend: 2 of 3
Sure, you love your best friend, but face it: sometimes she drives you crazy. You can't think of anyone you'd rather travel with, but embarking on Spring Break could make or break your friendship. By following some simple rules, you can make sure that you have a great trip and arrive home with your friendship solidly intact.... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothing Tips & Advice Tips for finding great plus-size prom dresses: 3 of 4
Even though half of all women wear plus-sized clothing, dresses in sizes for real women can seem scarce. Luckily, there are several designers and brands that make beautiful dresses for curvy girls to wear to prom, but it can still take some hard work to track down the perfect dress. Finding the your prom dress is more than j... More..
Style & Beauty > Accessories Essential prom accessories: 8 of 10
After you have found your perfect prom dress and shoes, your outfit still is not complete. When accessorizing your dress, you can choose from hair pins, gloves, handbags, and an endless assortment of jewelry. However, some things are required for a successful prom night. You will want to make sure that you have these essenti... More..
Sciences > Chemistry How to make ice cream in a bag: 4 of 5
Learning important principles of chemistry can be combined with making tasty treats by using the process of making ice cream to demonstrate the concept of freezing point depression. When a solute (such as salt) is added to a solvent (such as water) there are changes in the properties of the resultant solution. These changes ... More..
Education > Special Education Gifted children and behavior problems: 12 of 14
Parents typically feel blessed to have gifted children, and teachers are usually thrilled to find smart, engaged, and curious children in their classrooms each fall. However, gifted children are still normal kids in many ways and can exhibit bad behavior. While many behavior problems are universal to all children, some gifte... More..
Health & Fitness > Kidney & Urologic Diseases Kidney stone symptoms: 15 of 17
More than one million people experience kidney stones each year, and several people have stated that it is equally as or more painful than childbirth. Celebrity William Shatner was able to joke about his kidney stone on a morning talk show, by explaining "my wife said it's a girl." However, for most people, kidney stones are... More..
Health & Fitness > Diabetes Exercising tips for people with diabetes: 8 of 9
Exercise is good for just about everyone. It burn calories, boosts metabolism, fights depression, strengthens your heart, and might help you live longer. For diabetics, exercise means much more: regular exercise can help you manage your blood glucose levels. Some type II diabetics can prevent or reverse insulin dependence th... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Guys: How to achieve an emo hair style: 17 of 18
Your hair says a lot about you, and this style is screams "emo." This careless look actually takes effort, but you can accomplish it either at the salon or at home. This style starts with an asymmetrical cut that is layered with scissors and texturized with a razor. The highlight is created by painting dye onto a small secti... More..
Education > Special Education The gifted child's struggle in the regular classroom: 13 of 13
The federal laws that shape our public education system have been designed to ensure that the general population of students are able to meet a level of proficiency in reading, writing, history, mathematics, and science. Additionally, there are a number of laws that protect the rights of students with disabilities or develop... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Tips for buying prom shoes: 6 of 6
It may have taken almost forever to find the perfect dress for prom, but after finally settling on your outfit, you have another quest: finding shoes to go with that amazing dress. Luckily, you have endless options for shoes, and as long as you are creative, and look for shoes that enhance your dress, rather than match it pe... More..