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Kathy is silly but kinda smart, which makes her kinda socially slow!But that's ok! Writing is liek having a conversation with yourself out loud. You always win the argument and yet you always lose!

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Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Dealing with depression: 1 of 15
Millions of people fight with depression every day. Most peoples' version of fighting is to either just deal with it or to take a pill (or a few). I have found other methods that I personally employ to either avoid or combat depression. This article is written by a woman who has dealt with depression on a personal level as w... More..
Education > Adult Education Returning to college during middle age: 9 of 30
Ok, so you've applied to college at middle age, a school and filled out your FAFSA. What's next. Well, it's that huge question....what do I want to be when I grow up? Well, breathe a sigh of relief if you're undecided. You don't have to pick anything right away. In fact, I would say if you haven't been in school for a few ye... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Single parents: Budget tips: 7 of 20
There are literally tons of ways to save money as a single parent. I have been a single parent since my son was a year old and have found many handy things that help me to save money and even earn some. Winter is coming and we are all concerned about the heating bills. This is one reason I enjoy having a wood burner. Not onl... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse No excuse for domestic violence: 8 of 22
I grew up in an abusive household. That alone gave me recipe for disaster. I didn't even know what a healthy realtionship was, much less know how to have one myself. I went thru years fo therapy to overcome what I had been through, but that wasn't enough. I literally didn't know my own value as a human being. People who grow... More..
Sciences > Genetics Have breakthroughs in DNA research led to more harm than good?: 6 of 16
I understand that science in general has led to a better quality of living in some regards, but it has also changed humanity to a degree that exceeds being beneficial. We must not forget that for every action there is a reaction. DNA studies may prolong life and be able to modify diseases and genetic mutations, but is that n... More..
Education > Adult Education Tips for going back to school at an older age: 16 of 42
Have you ever wanted to go to college? Think maybe you are too old? Been out of school too long? Don't have the time? Well, I am a single mother of one who is by no means independently wealthy. In fact, I actually get paid to go to school. Sounds shady huh? Well it's not. I earn every bit of it. I have been on the Dean's Lis... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Is it easier to walk away or stay with a partner who is violent?: 21 of 54
Speaking as someone who has been in this situation, it is easier to stay. It is by no means what you should do, but yes it is easier. Why? Because it's easier to stay with what you know than it is to try something new. Chances are if you are in a domestic violence situation then you have probably been abused in some way befo... More..
Health & Fitness > Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder: Exploring gender related differences: 1 of 1
Bipolar disorder comes in a variety of guises which, were all known, could be better treated. Therefore, it seems only logical to explore the disorder and it's various effects using previous research. Perhaps some correlations will be discovered in the process which will help us to better understand this disorder leading us ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Creating new Christmas traditions: 9 of 13
One of my biggest goals as a parent is to create lasting great memories for my son to carry with him. I imagine..or at least hope..that most parents feel this way about their children. One way I do that is to develop traditions of our own. We use traditions that most other people use as well, but there are some things I like... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Inground pools: A piece of paradise in your backyard: 5 of 5
So you're thinking about putting in a swimming pool. You want your own bit of heaven right in your backyard. Well, inground swimming pools are the way to go. Whether you want an inground pool for your own entertainment, exercise or for your children, putting one in has never been more affordable. Usually when someone is thin... More..