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As a child, my passion was writing but the job I aspired to was as a teacher. I recall, age six, teling my teacher,

"I want to teach, but I don't want to teach little boys and girls; i want to teach BIG boys and girls."

And I did. For 12 years I was a teacher,

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods Enforcing bedtime: The importance of a good sleep routine: 1 of 57
Anyone who has ever tried to get a grouchy, tired child up, breakfasted and off to school or for a family day of fun through tears, tantrums and general misery will know the importance of a good sleep routine. That starts at birth and giving your child a good bedtime routine is one of the best things that you can do for them.... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies Is it okay to let your child cry?: 1 of 11
Children need to learn to manage their own emotions. We are doing them a disservice as parents if we teach them that it is only within OUR power, not theirs, to make them happy. Where would you be now if you didn't know how to calm yourself down?What I'm about to say applies to toddlers and older. Remember - how else can babi... More..
Education > Learning Styles & Skills Teaching children effectively in the classroom: 3 of 28
Stimulate a child's curiosity and you will make independent learners for life. Education is food for our curiosity. We need to switch children on to learning. Make them *want* to learn and find things out for themselves.Teachers, me included, need to recognize that every child is an individual and that what makes one child ti... More..
Personal Finance > Loan Basics Benefits of online cash advance loans: 2 of 16
You might think you can't get instant money from anywhere though, to some extent, you'd be wrong and an online cash advance loan will show you how. We know money doesn't grow on trees and unfortunately we also know that there are some times in your life when you just can't wait to earn the money. Say you have to repair your c... More..
Sports & Recreation > Saltwater Fishing A vacationer's guide to deep-sea fishing in Florida: 1 of 8
If you're looking for adventure, a South Florida fishing trip could be just what you're looking for. Fishing trips can last for a few hours, a half-day or a whole day. These trips are available from from several South Florida cities along the coast like Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Palm Beach and Miami and they all offer g... More..
Travel > Destination Guides (Other) Favorite travel spots: 4 of 29
Natal, BrazilOne of the world's most impressive waterfalls can be found in Natal the Iguassu Falls: a series of 300 ft waterfalls 20 miles wide. When water level is high, 10 million liters of water thunders down per second - quite a sight! Water is quite a theme in Natal maybe because it's so hot. Visit one of Natal's fantast... More..
Arts & Humanities > British Literature Assessing racism in Joseph Conrad's works: 1 of 7
Deplorably racist or an attack on European values and the colonialization that they supported?The issue of race and its portrayal within literature has always been and will continue to be a contentious issue of discussion. Within Joseph Conrad's 'Heart of Darkness' the representation of indigenous Africans, their society and ... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Dreams & goals: 15 of 98
Life is like a train journey. The day you are born you unwittingly get on board the train, and if you are lucky you are in first class, as your parents look after your every need and things are good for a while. Infact things are so good you don't even know you are on a journey.Then as time goes by you begin to realise that t... More..
Business > Website Marketing & SEO How to get referrals for your online affiliate programs: 1 of 6
Affiliate marketing is one of the easiest ways to make money online. Affiliate marketers can earn great money. The opportunity to earn money is only limited by your determination, creativity and strategy. You don't need your own product or service. By advertising someone else's products and services passionately, you get more... More..
Local Guides > Orlando How to spend seven days in Orlando, Florida: 2 of 11
You're wondering how to spend a week in Orlando? That's not the question to ask. It should be: why only stay for a week? The area has more fun, more activities for any age group than just about any place in the world.Of course, Orlando and "The Mouse" (Disney World) are practically synonymous, but the city has much more to of... More..