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I am a married 42 year old History teacher at a high school in Arkansas. I have taught in the public school system 18 years and also served as an Athletic Director and coach.

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Arts & Humanities > Ancient History An examination of Mayan calendar predictions for the year 2012: 1 of 11
Of the many culture groups found in Mesoamerica, perhaps the most mysterious and intriguing were the ancient Maya. The Maya flourished in the jungles of what is now Mexico and Central America between the years 250 A.D. to 900 A.D. This time period is known as the "Classic Era" of Mayan civilization, a time when construction ... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Should Robert E. Lee have been tried for treason?: 1 of 9
Prosecuting Robert Edward Lee for treason would have been a futile effort on the part of the United States Government. In fact, a trial would have opened a new front in the battle to calm discontent still simmering across the reunified nation. Lee had lived his entire life in pursuit of the virtues of honor, integrity, and d... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Was Jefferson Davis a traitor?: 1 of 5
It would not be accurate to portray Jefferson Davis as a traitor. A wide range of contentious issues faced the United States in the middle 19th century. As a result of these issues, Davis was forced to make many controversial decisions during his long political career. These decisions had lasting effects, personally and poli... More..
Travel > Vacations Vacation destinations: Bull Shoals Lake, Arkansas: 1 of 3
The Ozark Mountains offer some of the most breathtaking scenery in the United States. Tourists from around the nation visit the Ozarks each year to view the rugged mountain landscape. These ancient hills are known around the world for their rivers, lakes, and streams. Perhaps the most enticing of these waterways is Bull Shoa... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Hunger, Disease & Poverty Swine Flu: Should we worry?: 4 of 11
Franklin Delano Roosevelt once said, "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Such is the case with the H1N1 virus, more commonly known as Swine Flu. As the number of people afflicted with this strand of influenza increases, it is the reaction of the general population that will determine how effective the virus will... More..
Arts & Humanities > US History (Other) Facts about the state flag of Arkansas: 2 of 4
The flag of Arkansas has flown over the "Natural State" since 1913. The Pine Bluff, Arkansas chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution conducted a contest in late 1912 to provide the state with her first official flag. A variety flags in many styles and colors were submitted. Sixty-five banners were entered in the ... More..
Travel > United States Travel destinations: Branson, Missouri: 2 of 4
In the heart of the Ozarks you will find the entertainment capital of Mid-America. In Branson, Missouri a variety of recreational opportunities await visitors of all ages. From miniature golf to country music this small town near the Arkansas border has it all. Branson has been known for many years as a country music haven. ... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Biography: Clara Barton: 1 of 1
Clara Harlowe Barton embodied the best of the American spirit. She is known in history as the founder of the American Red Cross, even though her medical experience prior to the outbreak of Civil War was limited to caring for her injured brother. Through tireless efforts to educate herself and a devotion to serve others, the ... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History A look at the Mountain Meadows Massacre: 2 of 2
September 11, 2001: a date seared into America's heart and mind. The deadly acts performed that day will forever remind us of the destructive power humans sometimes unleash on each other in the name of religion. Few people realize the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon were not the first acts of terror to occ... More..