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I am an educator, wife, mother, grandmother and friend. I have been teaching for all of my adult life and I have to say that it is a perfect fit for me. I work with middle school-aged kids and I love it! I work in the private sector and cannot imagine doing

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Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts Easy Christmas crafts for kids: 1 of 8
Christmas crafts can be as easy as ABC and 123. These easy Christmas crafts are designed for children to make on their own. Occasionally, they will need the help of an adult. Read through each set of easy instructions before your children start to make the project. Help gather the supplies and let the fun begin! If you aren't... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Grandparents Day craft activities for children: 1 of 8
There is nothing like the bonds of love between grandchildren and grandparents. The state of West Virginia, with the encouragement of Marian McQuade, a mother of fifteen, chose to set aside a day to honor grandparents. West Virginia state senator, Jennings Randolph, introduced the idea to Congress that same year, 1973. Five y... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation Tips on how to reduce the amount of water used in your bathroom: 2 of 14
Everywhere you look today, you are challenged to "go green." While there are many ways to increase the Earth-friendly elements in your life, reducing the water used in your bathroom may, by far, be one of the easiest. Therefore, if you want to start making your bathroom a more eco-friendly place and gain bragging rights abou... More..
Society & Lifestyle > South & Central American Culture Interesting facts about Paraguay: 1 of 7
There is just something special about Paraguay. P..J. O'Rourke, an American essayist and satirist one stated that Paraguay could be described as "nowhere and famous for nothing." The he took a business trip to the country. Falling in love with Paraguay, Mr. O' Rourke moved relocated. As he learned, between the spectacular sce... More..
Education > School Bullying & Violence How can parents deal with bullying?: 5 of 34
Childhood should be full of laughter and fun. An observant, involved parent can do much to help protect his or her child from bullying. With a little work and dedication, you can help bully-proof your child's life. Statistics state that fifteen to twenty percent of the children in America are affected by bullying, either as a... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity How to age-proof your brain: 2 of 13
Have you ever heard someone say, "You're only as old as you feel?" One of the first steps in age-proofing your brain is a positive attitude. I think, therefore, I am. An elderly lady is driven to the doctor's office by her daughter. During the appointment, the doctor addresses all his questions, much to the frustration of the... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My fall wedding: 2 of 12
Fall is a time of change. As the leaves change to oranges and reds they drop to the ground and die. It was a beautiful fall evening when I, like the trees, experienced major life change. Mine was one of rebirth. Sequestered in a cabin at a church summer camp, my daughters were fussing over my hair and make-up, working to make... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Dried pasta crafts for kids: 1 of 6
As much as children love eating macaroni and cheese, this favorite food just can't compete with the fun of creating crafts with dried macaroni. Any dried pasta is fodder for fun and cooked pasta can be creative too. Imagine yourself in a kitchen filled with jars of pasta. Cover your table with a cheap plastic table cloth and ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Fall arts and crafts projects for children: 1 of 6
The artist in us cannot help but wake up while walking in the brisk fall air and viewing the beauty of the season. Children are no different. As the air becomes brisk and kids spend more time indoors, fall crafts are the perfect way for them to pass time. Give them a space to work and let them begin making these wonderful fal... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Fun ways to live longer: 3 of 17
Laugh your way in to a fun, happy life. Do you remember the story of the man suffering from cancer who laughed his way back to good health? Today, laughter is believed to reduce pain, increase blood flow and help form good connections in a relationship. To get started on your journey to a long life full of fun, find your funn... More..