A masters student in History at Clemson University, writer, teacher, mentor, kitchen and bath designer, Kitchen Design Editor for How We Live Magazine, experienced technical writer, author, counselor, pastor. Questions? Smith4795@charter.net.
+ more bio informationRecent terrorist attacks in Mumbai highlight the volatile nature of India's socio-political situation, and may be prophetic of the coming pressure points to the subcontinent for decades to come. Preliminary reports indicate that one or more groups of Muslim extremists, from within the country or outside, are responsible for ... More..
Every year we face the same dilemma. We make New Year's resolutions and are faced with keeping them. Usually, by mid-January they are in the dustbin of history, and we have forgotten all about them. Are those resolutions unimportant, or are we just unable to effect change in our lives? The truth is that most of them are impo... More..
The question of whether we are alone in the universe is actually relatively new to mankind. Before Copernicus and his geocentric theory of the universe, man was viewed as the center of divine creation and the earth was the center of the universe. From Aristotle down to Copernicus no one knew of other planets or a massive uni... More..
Is the Bible the Word of God? That question is among those which, while they cannot be proven scientifically, certainly must be decided as a matter of faith. The battlefield of the Christian life is certainly over the Bible. If it is the Word of God, it is the most important book ever written. If it is the work of the Devil,... More..
Many parents fail to realize that just as they struggle with issues related to living, their children face many areas of stress in their lives as well. The economy, crises, divorce, etc. can be overwhelming for young people, and in these times children need the kindness and consideration of parents and extended family member... More..
Nuclear proliferation has been an issue since the U. S. dropped the atomic bomb on Japan and ended World War II. It is, and always has been, a race to obtain power over other nations. The Bay of Pigs incident with the Soviet Union, early in the administration of President Kennedy, was an attempt to halt the intrusion of Sovi... More..
The signs of global warming indicate a crisis of cataclysmic proportions may be on the horizon for planet earth. While there is some discussion over whether these events are manmade, or just a normal part of the earth's cycle, the events themselves are sparking a growing consciousness that change, whether artificial or a par... More..
Staining or re-staining kitchen cabinets poses a unique set of problems, as a remodeling project. The secret to a successful outcome depends on proper prep work. For cabinets needing to be re-stained, the prep work needed before refinishing the cabinets is extensive and should be followed carefully. Make certain your cabinet... More..
What you don't know can hurt you. Your resume can hinder your chances for a job interview. Most hiring managers agree that common mistakes on resumes may hurt an interviewee's chances of being called back for an in person interview. With the current tight job market you need every piece of the process to work for you and not... More..
As you plan your ideal kitchen you soon realize there are thousands of choices, not only in cabinets and countertops, but in fixtures and appliances as well. We have more choices today than ever and making the right decisions can be daunting, even to a seasoned veteran. As a designer I have almost reduced adults to tears as ... More..
Dr. Michael Smith
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