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About me - Robert Deckard

I'm just a small town boy born and raised in Fostoria, Ohio currently living in the big city of Toledo, Ohio. Pharmacy school at the University of Toledo brought me here, and my friends have kept me here.

When I decided that pharmacy was too cold and clinical,

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Education > Education (Other) Does education put too much pressure on students: 1 of 17
Young people face pressure everywhere they turn. Sports, parents, friends, boyfriends and girlfriends these forces all combine to create considerable tension in a youth's life. It is in school, however, that the most pressure may be felt. To many people surrounding a student, academic achievement is a direct reflection of tha... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Heavy metal: 4 of 17
Heavy metal. Does any genre of music elicit a more passionate reaction from people? To the non-believers it is noise; a rattling, roaring mess that is unworthy of even the most cursory listen. To the converted, however, it is the musical expression of their lives. Defining heavy metal music and bands is nearly impossible. Whe... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Are aging rock superstars like Paul McCartney and the Rolling Stones timeless or too old to perform on stage anymore?: 60 of 151
When debating whether a touring act should keep grabbing the microphone or put the guitar back on the wall for good, validity should be the deciding factor. Don't confuse validity with quality. There is no accounting for taste and everyone is entitled to their own opinion. You've heard it before; one man's meat is another man... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Everything you need to know about outdoor grilling: 8 of 19
The robins are back, the mercury has crept over the 55 degree mark, the unpleasant memory of winter fades, and now the decision must be made: Gas grill or charcoal grill. Though the gas grill is more convenient to light, clean, and adjust the heat, many fanatic grillers swear by charcoal. It burns hotter and there is simply n... More..
Food & Drink > Restaurant Recommendations Which restaurant has the best cheeseburgers?: 9 of 17
When asked for their favorite cuisine, some folks will profess their love of Italian cooking. Others have a hankering for spicy Mexican dishes or the bite of Indian food. You won't hear any of those words roll off my tongue when offering up my favorite vittles.Nope. Having lived in Northwest Ohio my entire life, it is blue co... More..