J. D. Register
I have spent much of my working life in the fields of Manufatureing, printing and construction with the last 3 years in Flexographic printing specifically. My experiance in these industries has exposed me to many social and economic issues. Most recently the plight of unemployment.
Self sufficient was the phrase that described it best in my mind. My self identity was always linked to the ability to provide for both myself and my family.
Recently "Self sufficient" was taken away from me and I am now taking a long, long look in that figurative mirror.
Looking to the past isn't possible. I can only see the uncertainty that is the future and look in awe at the possibilities that lay before me.
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Self sufficient was the phrase that described it best in my mind. My self identity was always linked to the ability to provide for both myself and my family.
Recently "Self sufficient" was taken away from me and I am now taking a long, long look in that figurative mirror.
Looking to the past isn't possible. I can only see the uncertainty that is the future and look in awe at the possibilities that lay before me.
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High school diploma, Hard Knocks University, and on the job training in both the construction and printing industries.Interests
Interests;interacting with my baby girl, metal detecting, treasure hunting, writing Areas of expertise; Flexographic printing, roofing and other construction, making stuff workMotto
IT WORKED!!!!
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Labor Shortages in the Early American ColoniesCan you imagine what the world would look like today if the colonizing of America had failed? It almost did because there weren't enough workers. It's hard to imagine a time when unemployment was non-existent in America, but there was a time. -
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Liberty and Its Meaning in American HistoryThe ideas and concepts of liberty, equality, and power in American history has changed many times. This article is written with the thought of civil rights and the relationship of different cultures in Americas past.
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Les Miserables the Best Novel for the Worst TimesThis novel has had a positive impact on my life. The characters came alive as examples in overcomeing hardship.
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The Crimson Fog of WarWar is described as hell. The aftermath of the battle, especially the first experience, is where a soldier must face the greatest struggle.
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The Skinny HunterA short bit of hunting doggerel. Sounds best when slightly drunk...
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First Person Biography: A Look at the Life of Edgar Allan PoeA first person biography snapshot of the early life of Edgar Allan Poe. This is written in an effort to be more entertaining than the average biography. This work used the three books having to do with Edgar Allan Poe on my personal shelf.
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Preparing for Unexpected EmergenciesHealth, financial, employment, and weather emergencies are always devastating. A little preparedness while times are good can make unexpected emergencies easier to go through.