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I love to write, always have. Reading and writing became my source of survival as a child. Reading was an escape route into a different world. Writing became the only method by which I was able to communicate to anyone. Even though 98% of what I wrote when

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Education > Early Childhood Ed Should school systems move to full-day kindergarten programs?: 2 of 55
"ABC's and 123's is what kindergarten has for me!" These words came out of my daughter's mouth on the first day of kindergarten. Whether the day was a full-day or a half-day it didn't matter to her. She was proud to have learned something. Proud to have walked out into the world and spent her first day in the educational syst... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Parenting: There is no 12-step program: 3 of 34
When you enter into the role of parent, you are taking on one of the greatest challenges of your life. You are gaining the responsibility of another person. At one point or another you will question why someone hasn't ever written a rule book to guide you through raising another person. Why hasn't anyone ever written a rule b... More..
Pets & Animals > Exotic Pets & Animals Exotic pets: Thoughts on bans: 2 of 14
Different people have different perspectives on what is socially acceptable when it comes to pets. These perspectives become even more complicated when you factor in the fact that in some situations "exotic pets" live in the same household as children, live in towns, or, in some circumstances, hurt people.Being an avid animal... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Giving yourself the gift of sleep: 5 of 20
Holiday's are full of excitement, energy, chaos, and the never ending lists of things that need to be done. The one thing that always seems to be neglected is the body's need to relax, regenerate, and recompose itself. In order to survive the holidays the body needs a chance to refuel and recharge, this is what happens when t... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Dysfunction When mothers hide father's identity to children: 5 of 16
When a mother decides to hide the father's identity to children, there is usually a lot of thought, pondering, and stress that goes into making the decision. We all know that making a decision like that is not easy, sometimes it is the only solution to the situation. No situation is black and white, there is always a shade of... More..
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish How to care for oscars: 3 of 9
The Oscar fish is a member of the cichlid family that is native to South American waters. Over the years this fish has become a common aquarium fish. In raising an Oscar as an aquarium fish, if a person wants the fish to be healthy, hearty, and survive for a long time, one must remember the environment that the fish is native... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Baklava: 1 of 3
Here is a delicious recipe for baklava. Through the combination of nuts, cinnamon, and a homemade syrup, this is a pastry that you and your friends will treasure forever.Ingredients:1 1/2 pounds of chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pistachios-you can use one kind or mix them up)1 pound of phyllo dough (you can find it in the... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods How to let a child help make parenting decisions: 9 of 22
As a parent or as an adult, we all know that there are constant decisions and choices to be made. Ranging from consequences to what is for supper, it is a never ending list. We all make multiple choices daily, so why not let our children in on the action?Making a rules list is an easy way to have children assist in parenting ... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Websites every pet owner should know about: 29 of 59
Having a pet is just like having children, there will be good and bad times, joyous and sad occasions, and situations that will happen in which you will wonder what you have gotten yourself into. At one point in time, during all of this, you will want to share what has happened, you will have questions, and you will possibly ... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Pumpkin roll: 1 of 2
I was in college when I tasted my first pumpkin roll. I am not a fan of pumpkin pie but that pumpkin roll was awesome! Since then I have gone through many stages of trial and error to come up with the best pumpkin roll, one that will make family and friends keep coming back for more. This year I produced the best pumpkin roll... More..