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Writing for me is the one thing that can calm all storms given time. It is a way to learn, listen, speak, share and heal. The subject is not as important as the time and the thought put into the work. Hopefully, it gets better with age.

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Education > Educational Philosophy Are gifted and talented programs elitist?: 1 of 34
As an educator I would eliminate the term of "gifted and talented" and replace it will the generic term of " special needs". This seems to shock most parents in the beginning, but if you stick with me, my hope is that you may follow my logic and help to carry my banner. For the sake of the children this needs to be changed.A ... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette How to pretend you're enjoying your meal when you aren't: 1 of 24
Dinner out with friends and family is suppose to be a good time. It becomes a little more difficult to truly enjoy the experience if the food isn't what was expected. What is the best way to try and enjoy the experience anyway?Preemptive Strike Techniques - These are tools of the trade to use whenever dining out. They will no... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles Why do women cry?: 1 of 23
Yes, women cry. And women cry for many different reasons. In the beginning boys and girls cry about the same amount of times. At the age of 12 things begin to change. Studies say that by adulthood women cry as much as four times more often than men.Basal tearsBasal tears are constantly forming in our eyes. They are used to ke... More..
Education > Homework & Testing Assessing the trend toward increasing parent involvement in homework: 1 of 23
This is my dream come true. In fact, in my perfect world, parents introduce the concept of homework long before the children enter my classroom. Before they ever start school they do something called homework every day and when they get to my classroom things just get easier for everyone.Here's how it works. When you are doin... More..
Relationships & Family > Coping with Divorce Considering divorce: How to deal with doubt: 1 of 21
Things in the marriage are a little rough. No one seems to be happy. Everything the couple has done to help seems to have gone flat. Perhaps some of the basics like trust, love, and communication skills are all under fire. So what is keeping the ring on the finger? Is it just doubt? Maybe by reviewing some possible fears and ... More..
Health & Fitness > Therapy & Counseling Why is everybody in therapy? Understanding the trend: 1 of 21
At first glance I was almost disgusted with the simple number of people in therapy. My narrow-minded view said, "Why do these people all need labels and excuses for their behavior?" Out of pure luck, I shared this observation with an older, wiser, and open-minded adult."Times have changed," he said. Even that seemed a little ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Valentine's day crafts for children: 1 of 19
Conversation hearts, those cute little Valentine candies, that are passed around schools every year are a great starter for any Valentine's Day Craft Projects. They are readily available and you can use the actual candies or just the idea to incorporate into Valentine craft designs.>Young children love to wear hats and cro... More..
Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Tips for "being there" for your elderly parents: 1 of 17
Parents don't want to have the role reversal that sometimes comes with age. All of sudden it seems like their children are taking care of them. The key is to give them dignity and independence and yet make a difference in small ways where you can and when you can.~ Snail Mail ~A letter or card in the mail is an easy thing to ... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Top ten reasons to read a book: 1 of 16
Reading books is an acquired taste. The good news that as parents, teachers and friends we can help our young readers acquire the taste at an early age and give them a life time of joy and good reading. If somehow the need for reading books wasn't instilled into someone as a youngster there is bountiful evidence of reasons wh... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Circle of life: 3 of 47
Frail, tired, weak, so smallParkinson's has stolen it allShe seems more peaceful when she finds sleepThe tremors slow and I don't hear her weepWhere is the Mom who held me so tight?She was the one who could make things rightHer great-grandchild is due and should be here soonWill they pass in the night by the light of the moon... More..