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I have a very eclectic background. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts, an MA in Humanities and an MA in Education Management. For many years I worked in the financial industry as a graphic designer. I then became a teacher. I have one published book and I am currently

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Education > Education (Other) Should schools give BMI index scorecards for their overweight students?: 1 of 39
According to recent government funded study, the entire population of the United States of America quite possibly could be overweight by the year 2048. This is based on trends from the past 30 years. So, where is the problem? Is weight management yet another responsibility of our schools, is it a more federal issue, or is it ... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Homemade pizza dough: 1 of 32

As with any other baking you do, the ingredients, in the proper measurements, are crucial to the outcome of the final product. Pizza is only as good as the crust on which the ingredients sit. Therefore, knowing how to make the perfect pizza dough is important. I would like to offer several recipes for pizza dough, one with ye... More..
Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Broccoli cheese soup: 1 of 30
For the ultimate in comfort food, try a hot steaming bowl of Broccoli Cheese Soup. This soup offers the creaminess with the added cream with the sharpness of cheese and the wonderful flavor of broccoli. This soup is a great pick-me-up on a cold winter day served up with warm buttered bread or in a hollowed our bread bowl. It ... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Equality in education: 1 of 23
I am fortunate to work for a school where Learning for All is not just preached it is an actively sought theory which presents itself as the overall vision of our campus. In making this statement, one particular area has concerned me with regard to equity between our male and female population. Our campus uses an in-school su... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas The origin of the candy cane: 1 of 18
Every year as the Christmas season arrives, candy canes are one of those things that I really look forward to being able to purchase and to enjoy. Have you every taken the time to think about the origins of the candy cane? The candy cane is more than just a piece of red and white holiday candy it has a history that is deeply ... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Baked pineapple: 1 of 14
Baked pineapple is an extremely versatile dish that can be used as a side dish to your entrees of as a fabulous dessert. Pineapple is extremely nutritious, containing vitamins, minerals, fiber and enzymes. It is excellent for the digestive system and helps in the maintenance of a healthy weight. Pineapples contain large amoun... More..
Food & Drink > Seafood Recipes Recipes: Salmon patty balls: 1 of 13

Salmon Patty Balls are a terrific and tasty item to serve to a crowd or to serve to your family. They are easy to prepare but pack a big punch in the flavor department. Just like many other family favorites and party favorites, a person can find many different recipes for Salmon Patty Balls. For the purpose of this article, t... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Deep fried pickles: 1 of 13
The very first time I tasted deep fried pickles was at a very southern catfish restaurant in Houston, Texas. I was a little skeptical at first, but with the combination of the sour, saltiness of the dill pickle with the crunchy warm coating from being fried, I soon realized that this was going to be one of my favorite appetiz... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Fertility Issues Ectopic pregnancy: Painful experiences: 1 of 11
My first pregnancy was more or less uneventful, everything went the way it should, up until the delivery. It seems that I should have had some concerns when my doctor insisted on inducing me three times that week, even though I had never dilated or dropped. On the day that I finally delivered, I was induced early in the morni... More..
Computers & Technology > Graphic Software Common mistakes for a graphic designer: 1 of 10
It has been over twenty years since I first began my career as a graphic designer. The world and requirements of graphic design back in the 80s was very different than it is now. In fact, when I first entered the industry, computers were not commonly being used, it was a world of print, and typesetting and paste-up was common... More..