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I am not very good at introductions.My name is Belinda but my friends call me Bella

I seek knowledge. Of myself and the world and people around me. I am opinionated, stubborn, confusing and confused, interested, passionate and sometimes emotional. I am intelligent

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Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life What is life?: 2 of 54
Life is an opportunity. For thousands of years people have been searching for a deeper answer. I myself, have searched long and hard, researched every different option and finally concluded that there are no right answers to this age old question. The best I can do, and the most realistic answer, is to say life is an opportun... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles Is chivalry dead?: 1 of 27
Indeed, Chivalry as it was once known, is dead. According to Websters Dictionary, the definition of Chivalry is as follows; Chivalry: -Gallantry, courtesy and honor. -The noble qualities a knight was supposed to have, such as courage and a readiness to help the weak. -The demonstration of any of these qualities. If this... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Behavior & Discipline (Other) Become an advocate for your child's education: 1 of 22
Many parents know exactly how to be an advocate for their child's education when their grades are good and their needs are met. When children are failing or their needs go unmet however, parents often end up frustrated and feeling helpless. In this situation, there are ways to be an advocate for your child that ensure the des... More..
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness Love and marriage: Do they really go together?: 1 of 13
Love is a broad term that carries different meaning for everyone. Nearly every strong feeling we have toward a person or item can be defined in one way or another by love. In the dictionary, love is defined, in part, as a strong affection for someone, an attraction based on sexual desire or an unselfish, loyal and benevolent ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Awareness & Reality Can a human being attain moral perfection?: 1 of 12
How would one define moral perfection? According to what moral code would one have to adhere to attain it? Who would be qualified to judge the morality of another? When looking at whether any human being can attain moral perfection, we must consider these questions and many more. We are not, at this time, able to judge the mo... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Is communication over-rated: 1 of 10
Our very existence, and everything we love about our existence depends on communication. People communicate in so many different ways. We communicate through body language, words, letters, newspapers, books, magazines, email, and telephone. Communication can't be over-rated, because without it, the world as we know it would c... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Concepts (Other) What makes you believe or disbelieve in God: 4 of 36
I will not say I do not believe in God and I cannot say I do. I am certainly questioning His existence and His motives. I am examining faith of all aspects and the history of religion. I am searching for answers. I have taken the time to read the Bible, both the New Testament and the Old Testament. Many consider this the word... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Is it appropriate for President Obama to give a nationally televised speech to school children?: 1 of 9

There has been much ado concerning the nationally televised speech President Obama intends to give our school-aged children. Parents are rightfully concerned with their lack of presence for this speech, as well as what message the President plans to send our children. A transcript of the speech is available on the White House... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Should schools be allowed to teach creationism alongside evolution as part of their science curriculum?: 6 of 52
The implications of teaching creationism alongside evolution are bound to birth some heated objections. We, as Americans struggling to better ourselves, our planet and our children, often fail to realize how limited education becomes when we eliminate the ability to give our children all the theories. We are raising close-min... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Your definition of cheating: 11 of 89
Cheating often means different things to different people. Most define cheating as having sexual relations with someone not your significant other. Misplaced body parts are not the only way to cheat on someone. Cheating, in the dictionary, is defined in part as deprivation of something expected or a person who acts dishonest... More..