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Professionally, I have been involved with legal research, technical writing and government compliance for several years. As an Expert Witness in support of litigation, my work has involved documentation, depositions, interviewing and establishing supportive

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Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing Tips on maintaining your self-esteem when confronted with job loss and the recession: 1 of 16

Job loss can be terribly painful for most people. It is, as the name states, a "loss." Like most unwanted separations, losing employment frequently has an emotional or a grieving process that accompanies it. Part of that difficult emotional journey may be evident in diminished self-worth and loss of identity. How do you cope...
Jobs & Careers > Layoffs & Firings Surviving job layoffs and other misfortunes in the job market: 4 of 21

How to survive job layoffs? If you are one of the 12.5 million cited by the Bureau of Labor Statistics as a casualty of the recent economic crisis, you may be wondering if survival is possible- much less how to do so. Job loss is painful, even in the best economy. However, in the former, more prosperous economy, it used to b...
Business > Business Strategy How can your business prepare for a pandemic?: 1 of 5

Much news space has been given lately to the topic of a Pandemic, or "Global Disease Outbreak." What are the implications for the workplace? How should employers prepare for this situation? Is there a serious threat posed to businesses? Because employers have an important role in providing a safe and healthy working environm...
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Living for today but what about tomorrow?: 4 of 17

There is a running theme to recent news- worry. Americans, according to the media, are concerned about various issues; the economy, rising costs, unemployment, etc. It is easy to get caught up in negativity. Many, if not all, of these areas are beyond our power. Countless empty hours can be spent in anxiety for tomorrow. To ...
Relationships & Family > Couple Communication Reflections: I like sports; he doesn't: 12 of 47

The first photo ever taken of me was in a microscopic, pink Cubs hat, lovingly placed there by my indulging father. I was about two hours old. From that point forward Dad took it upon himself to indoctrinate into his daughter a fierce love of sports. I am not certain at what point his example and my own passion took over. Bu...
Education > Homework & Testing How to get a defiant child to do homework: 7 of 26

When we were kids, it was easy. Defiance didn't exist. Our parents simply threatened to kill us if we didn't obey all rules of school, country and home. And though I never was truly sure what it meant to be, "strung up" or "tanned within an inch of my life", I never doubted I would quickly discover if I didn't live up to par...
Education > College Courses & Majors The diary of a criminal justice student: 2 of 7

Walking to Criminal Law class, Brittany quickens the pace while glancing at her watch. It is 8:52 a.m. She has another legal brief due (the fifth this week) and doesn't want to be late to turn it in. It has been an intense period- juggling work, studying and attendance. As a third year Criminal Justice undergraduate, she is ...
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Guide to the OSHA: 1 of 3

"Hello. I am with OSHA, here for an inspection of your facility." If you are in management or a small business owner, those words most likely will cause an erratic racing of your heart. What IS OSHA? You may not even be fully aware of the scope of OSHA, but you are cognizant it's not good to have them standing poised to ente...
Travel > Kansas Destinations Top five tourist attractions in the USA: 30 of 67

America has boundless destinations to explore. Here are five fabulous "can't miss" treks for a United States travelogue filled with life time experiences and fun for all ages: Washington D.C. History & Heritage Every citizen should know their heritage. There remains no better place to find our collective roots than in a ...
Education > College Courses & Majors Testimonies: The diary of an adult university student: 8 of 16

The alarm was set for six a.m. An important exam required additional studying. Exhausted when I hit the pillow, I had neatly assigned all taxing mental processes to dawn. However, the shrill ringing clock did not rouse me from slumber. It was something far more insidious. "Momma, my throat hurts." A pajama clad daughter stoo...