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I am the mother of two boys. My younger son is autistic, so this topic is very important to me. I love to travel and study languages.
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10 Ways to Help Your Family Eat BetterServing healthier food to your family is not as complicated (or painful) as you might think. Follow these simple suggestions and your family will be eating better in no time! -
How to Buy a Treadmill for Your Home GymThis article lists things to consider when shopping for a home treadmill. Should you buy a new treadmill or a used one?
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Robben Island, South AfricaRobben Island is where political prisoners were kept for many years and Nelson Mandela was its most famous denizen. What many people do not know is how beautiful the rest of the island is and that it is home to a large penguin colony! -
Table Mountain in Cape Town, South AfricaImages of Table Mountain. Photos taken in 2005. -
10 Ways to Stay Safe When Traveling with Your FamilyEnsuring your family's safety while traveling goes far beyond airport security screenings. These simple tips will help you and your family have a happy and safe trip. -
Reading the New South Africa: Postcolonialism and Post-Apartheid RhetoricAn examination of postcolonial rhetoric in post-apartheid South Africa. -
King's Metaphors on God's MountainsTopographical metaphors in Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" -
Religion in Thomas More's UtopiaMore, a good Catholic, seems to promote some rather un-Catholic views in Utopia. Why? -
Marriage as Quest in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching GodThe significance of marriage in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God. -
The Sophistry of FollyIn Erasmus' Praise of Folly, Folly uses several techniques of classical rhetoric, including those of the ancient sophists.
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Richard M. Weaver: What Old Issues of National Review Can Tell Us About Rhetoric and Politics TodayAlthough Richard M. Weaver is well known in academic circles as a rhetorician, his cultural criticism, particularly that found in his National Review writings, reveals a great deal about his political philosophy and his rhetoric. -
Moral Ambiguity in Aphra Behn's the History of the NunThis essay discusses Aphra Behn's novel, The History of the Nun and includes comparisons to Oroonoko.
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Family-Friendly and Affordable Attractions in Scottsdale, AZScottsdale is known for being a playground for the rich, but even those with a modest budget can find fun and entertainment in this beautiful Phoenix suburb. -
The Enron-esque Fall of SemGroupWhile other failing corporate powerhouses have received massive coverage and while the government and media outlets debate the best way to solve the current energy crisis, this near demise of this Tulsa-based energy company has gone virtually unnoticed.
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Can't-Miss Cold War ClassicsFor those too young to remember the Cold War or those who want to remember what things were like then, here is a list of some of the best films inspired by the Cold War. -
Safe, Environmentally-Friendly and Inexpensive Household Cleaning Products You Can Make YourselfMany of us want to help the planet and protect ourselves and our familiies from harmful chemicals, but saving money is also a high priority for many of us. These cleaning ideas can help you save money while saving the earth! -
Convenience Stores Offer Great Deals to Savvy ShoppersWith the high cost of gasoline and everyone being chronically short on time, your corner convenience store may not just offer you a quick way to get the things you need, but may actually save you a bit of money in the long (or should I say, "short"?) run!
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Kid-Friendly Shows on the Food Network: Watching with Kids is a Safe BetMost Food Network shows are G-rated, but this does not mean that you should allow your children to watch alone. This article provides some pointers for getting the most out of watching Food Network.
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Wacky Cake Recipe: Cheap, Easy and ChocolatyThey say you can't make an omelet without breaking eggs. True, but you can make a delicious chocolate cake without going near a henhouse (or a refrigerator!). Wacky Cake is easy, economical, contains no animal products, and, most importantly, DELICIOUS! -
Merriam-Webster and Oxford University Press Announce Their Respective Words of the YearThis year's favorites are "w00t" and "locovore".
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Mystery Shopping: Pitfalls to Avoid when Starting OutMystery shopping may sound like a glamorous way to earn some cash, but it is not fun and games. It is hard work. But by following some simple advice, you can make mystery shopping work for you.
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Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries in North CarolinaThis popular chain of burger restaurants has several locations throughout the Carolinas. This review discusses three locations with which I am most familiar.
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Myrtle Beach: A Fabulous Winter Destination for Frugal FamiliesIn the wintertime, Myrtle Beach, SC is a great vacation destination for families on a tight budget. I explain many of the advantages of staying in Myrtle Beach in the winter and offer several examples of how people can save money.