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I work for a community non-profit as their Director of Marketing and Communications and have worked in the non-profit sector for over 10 years. With two Masters degrees, one in Middle East Studies and the other in Education, I have developed materials and

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Jobs & Careers > Getting Ahead How to find your next job: 1 of 8
It is very tempting to spend countless hours browsing the Internet or sifting through newspaper classifieds and applying to every advertised job in sight. In today's challenging job market, many people are out there pounding the cyber pavements searching for their next great job or even a job. During relatively good times wh... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My great, true, personal garden story: 50 of 391
My father is a whiz with plants. From the moment my parents first purchased our small home on the Jersey shore, he has poured a lot of love and creativity into constructing his own garden, or as I call it, the ecosystem. The system lines the narrow perimeter of the house. Figs - yes, figs in New Jersey - berries, tomatoes, a... More..
Jobs & Careers > Stress & Time Management Finding that work-life balance: 5 of 38
How many times have you found yourself switching from one activity to the next, while still thinking about something that happened two days ago? Laundry, phone calls, bills, commuting, meetings, e-mails, deadlines, and the lists go on and on. Many of our gears are set on hyper-drive, whether at work or at home, while our mind... More..
Travel > Africa & Middle East Travel destinations: Israel: 2 of 12
Live for the moment. That is the essence of Israel. Don't get too tied to any plans you might make before your departure, because they're likely to change. Still do make those plans, but Israel is an ever-changing society where enjoying each moment is the only thing that is certain. For those who thrive on struct... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Ways to make exercise part of your routine: 3 of 10
How many times have we all told ourselves that we will start our exercise routine on Monday, only to postpone it for the next day? Most of us are aware that exercise is a vital part of maintaining a healthy, fit, and happy lifestyle. The trick is not only getting started, but then making it a routine, and better yet, a lifest... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Image Love yourself and boost your body image: 2 of 5
You are able to have a beautiful body within minutes. This may seem unattainable or even ridiculous, but having a body you love is possible - through positive self-talk. The thoughts in our minds, the voices in our heads, create the reality of our lives. Simply stated, you control what you think of yourself. You and only yo... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Styles The development of Israeli folk dancing: 1 of 2
Israeli folk dancing was a conscious creation. As Jews from Eastern Europe arrived in Israel in the 1920s, and later from the Middle East, the newcomers felt a need to bolster a sense of national identity and culture that inspired the creation of early folk dances. As the Jewish state was formed in 1948 and developed into pre... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient & Biblical Languages Hebrew letters explained - (Alef): 1 of 1
BRIEF HISTORY OF THE FIRST LETTER The letter 'alef' is the first in the Hebrew alphabet, a Semitic language closely linked to the language of the ancient Canaanites and to Arabic and Aramaic. The connection between these early scripts is evidenced by looking at the 'alef' in other languages as well. The first letter of the Ar... More..
Food & Drink > Fruits & Vegetables Fall foods are coming: 23 of 31
As the weather cools, a host of heartwarming fall foods are found at grocery stores and farmers' markets around the globe. Fall fruits and vegetables are versatile and offer robust flavors, vibrant colors, and delectable aromas along with a wealth of healthy nutrients. Some of these foods even come complete with disease figh... More..
Health & Fitness > Diabetes Why you should send your Type 1 diabetic child to camp: 4 of 5

I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of three and have been living with the disease for over 34 years. Living with diabetes can be challenging, and my parents were faced with managing those challenges when I was too young to care for the disease myself. Like other children, I began seeking greater independence in m... More..