Rosetta Johnston
Rosetta will graduate from Columbia College Chicago in spring 2011. She has taught art adult education classes and has over thirty years experience advocating for and working with special education children. Rosetta uses her writing to share the serious as well as humorous experiences she has had working in education.
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A St. Patrick's Day SurpriseThroughout the years my memories of St. Patrick’s Day revolved around the local parade and celebrating with friends afterwards. Five years ago my celebration would eclipse every other St. Patrick's Day and create a very special memory. -
Gluten Sensitivity or Reaction to Eating Too Much Processed FoodIf Americans ate less processed food would the increasing diagnosis of gluten sensitivity decline? A change I recently made in my own diet clarified the issue for me. -
My First Post Divorce ChristmasThat first Christmas alone was not the traditional Christmas I was used to or thought I wanted, but that night I discovered that being alone gives a person the chance to think and more importantly to hear. -
Should High GPA Averages Determine Access to Student LoansMany things can impact how a person performs on a test. Memory, retrieval of information, concentration, and expression of ones thoughts, are just a few of the skills required to score well on any given test.
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Local Ski Review: Naperville, IllinoisNaperville does not have the steep mountain terrain of Colorado, but there are resorts that offer skiers a chance to sky without traveling thousands of miles. These resorts offer challenges for every skill level from beginners to advanced skiers.
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough PieHow can any dish with chocolate in its name not be delicious? This chocolate chip will not disappoint you or your guests.
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Laurie Lawlor: More Then a WriterAfter taking a class in Young Adult Fiction a student discovers there is more to writing then putting pen to paper.
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Never Forget Your Allergy MedicationA trip to Prague is nearly ruined when allergy medication is on the plane home and a women is on a canceled flight.Prague in the spring of 2008 was supposed to be my dream trip. I would spend six weeks in Prague with fellow fiction writing students and th
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Chicago Schools Still Failing After Thirty YearsChicago's history of passing students from grade to grade and graduating them without having obtained basic reading and math skills is notorious. It saddens me that this is still happening thirty years after I was a student. -
New HomeA newly divorced women buys her first house that needs work. With her children grown and on their own she discovers working to rehab her new house brings great satfaction. -
Flight to Freedom: A Mothers TaleA young mother yearns to be free of all her responsiblity. When she wakes one day with beauitful butterfly wings will she have the courge to fly through the window to her freedom. -
Fall Craft: Leaf Framing with ChildrenCollecting colorful leaves for framing is fun. If you have young children or grandchildren it is a simple and fun way to introduce them to science. It is a bonus when you find a nut or caterpillar hidden among the leaves. -
Penmerric: An Introduction to HistoryWhen Mark brings his new bride, Janna home to Penmarric, he unwittingly sets in motion events that sends shockwaves throughout his family for several generations. -
Lady Gaga: This Generation's ElvisGrandchildren challenge their grandmother to listen to their music. Can she be convinced that a woman who dresses in sliced red meat is truly talented?
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The BeastThis beast is the power, the stuggle of mankind
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Road Trips and Gardening: My Favorite Summer HobbiesOrganic gardening, rescuing plants from abandoned houses found on road trips, and planting Heirloom seeds adds to the magic of gardening. -
The Civil War: A Surprising History AssignmentA middle-aged woman enrolls in college where she discovers through her US History class a surprising family history. -
A Mother's LoveA mother watches her son struggle. Wanting to ease his pain she goes to help him. She hesitates. She recieves assurances he will be ok. -
ST. Patrick's Day: Pub Crawling in ChicagoAs I went from pub to pub they all had something in common. They have great food, what seems like an endless list of Irish beer and a down home atmosphere. I left each pub stuffed, slightly tipsy, and sure that I had found a new favorite watering hole.
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A Reciepe for DisasterWomen are used to being poked and prodded, but having a baby adds a whole new perspective to exposed.
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Community College 101Community colleges offer a wide variety of classes with few pre-requisites. They offer many of the classes and services that a four year college does and are financially attractive.
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Teenangers: Human Traffic LightsTeenagers' emotions are like cycling traffic lights. We never know when their emotions will signal red for anger, yellow, caution or green meaning they are happy. The problem often is our emotions don't match theirs. -
Asthma:Taking A StandEver feel that your doctor isn't listening to you? That all he/she does is push pills at you. After several years of struggling with out of control asthma I took charge of my health and told my doctor no more medication.
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Super Bowl Recipe: Five Alarm SaladThis salad is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. It tastes better if made at least the day before the party. If you want to kick it up a notch add hot peppers.
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Dieting After Fifty Years OldAs we age, maintaining our currant weight, much less losing weight becomes more difficult, however, if we concentrate on quality and not quantity weight lose is possible.
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How to Help the Homeless in Naperville, ILLinois and Dupage CountyMany of us see homeless individuals in our neighborhoods and are not sure how to help them. Treating someone with simple kindness, and respect, goes a long way in opening communication with some one who may need your help.
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Where to watch the NFL Playoffs in Naperville, IllinoisFinding the perfect bar to watch the NFL playoffs can be a daunting task. Here are three choices that have different atmospheres. One is sure to be perfect for watching the playoffs with family, friends or by yourself. -
Where to Find Green, Eco-Friendly and Organic Cleaning Products Naperville, IllinoisMany of the cleaning products we use on a daily basis are toxic. When we use these products we release toxic chemicals into the air, which are than circulated throughout the house by the furnace causing allergies and asthma as well other health issues.
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Oprah: The Early DaysIn the 1980's Rob Weller hosted Am Chicago before Oprah Winfrey. It would no belong before the show became the Oprah Winfrey show. The rest is history. Chicago will miss her when this season shows ends.
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Toddlers Say the Funniest ThingsIf you need to laugh spend some times with a toddler. They see the world around them with wide eyed innocence and remind us adults not to be so serious. -
Remembering What Life was like Before Cell Phones and ComputersEvery generation reaches and age when a younger generation thinks they have a better way of doing just about everything. However, we all have those things that we enjoyed doing and are worth holding onto.
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10 Favorite Childrens BooksThere are so many great books for children it is hard to pick just ten. Here are the choices I read to my children, with a few new choices that my grandchildren are reading to me. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do.
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Yummy Pumpkin LatteIt's the holiday season. Why not take a few moments, before the craziness starts. Throw a couple logs on the fire, curl up with a book, while you drink a warm Pumpkin Latte. This drink is sure to put you in the holiday spirit.
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Ten Classic Children MoviesThere are many, many classic childrens movies. The ones I have chosen I watched as a child, watched again with my children and are now introducing them to my grandchildren. Here are ten of my favorites.
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Going Green to Improve HealthMany of the chemicals used in our foods and cleaning produsts are toxic and can directly impact our health. The increase in allergies and ASthma can be directly traced to the use of many of these chemicals.
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Naperville Christmas Tree Recycling-Pick-upDates for the pick-up of Christmas trees.
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Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Salad: Wild Rice/Pecans and Cranberry W/Raspberry Vinaigrette DressingWild rice salad with pecans and sun-dried cranberries has a pleasant sweet/sour taste and a perfect addition to the tradional Thanksgiving meal of turkey,sweet pototoes, apple and pumpkin pie.
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The Selfish SquirrelA little grey squirrels collects all the nuts in his yard leaving the other squirrels with nothing to eat all winter. When his neighbor comes and asks for a nut will the grey squirrel share his nuts or tell his neighbor to go away.
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Rahm Emanuel: Breath of Fresh Air or Chicago Political PuppetThe Chicago Democratic machine is licking their chops. Emanuel would be the strongest candidate among the growing list of people who are, or want to run. Emanuel is an ingrained part of the political machine. Would he be the best Mayor for Chicago? -
Convicted Chicago Alderman Makes a DifferenceChicagoans are fed up with the constant parade of politicians that leave office in hand cuffs. Former Alderman Louis Farina didn't just say he was sorry for taking bribes. He made a difference.
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The League of Women Voters: 90 Year Celebration of a Women's Right to VoteThe 29th amendment called the Susan B. Anthony Amendment, gave women the right to vote. Is this amendment still relevant to women today, or is it a part of history that has no impact on us today?
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Keeping Tabs on Chicago's PoliticiansIn Chicago if you are in politics long enough, you'll get caught doing something illegal. Being corrupt is almost like a badge of honor.
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A Special BunnyA bunny sits on a store shelf watching as the bunnies around him are bought and taken to a new home. The cute chocolate-nosed bunny wondered if he would buy him and take him home to be loved by a little girl or boy.
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Sperm and Eggs: A Mother's DilemmaA young mother fumbles as she tries to answer her eight year old daughter's unexpected question.
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Private Vs Public Education: The Missing Puzzle Piece to Receiving a Quality EducationThe battle over public vs private education has been waging for years. Is it the school that makes the differnce in how a student learns or is it what the student brings to school that determines how successful they are.
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Creative and Fun Host/Hostess GiftsToday it is still appropriate to bring a small host/hostess gift to any social gathering. With a little bit of thought and planning you can bring gifts that will impress your hostess without breaking open your piggy bank.
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Working Retail: A Moron's TaleComputers,cell phones and other technology are great inventions, however, they are slowly eroding social etiquette. We don't talk to people now. People treat people as if they machines, like an object that has no feelings.
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Associated Content Writers Shout, "YAHOO!"Writers of AC Content welcome Yahoo to our family with a Haiku poem. We are excited and look forward to new assignments that will challenge our writing to reach new heights.
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Fine Art Classes for Children 5 Years Old and UpThe Art Room in Lisle offers fine art training for children as young as 5. the offer summer camp and bithday parties.If you are looking for something different for you are your children to do this summer I highly recommend you visit the Art Room.
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There Are No Do Overs in LifeOnce a decision is made and acted on there is no going back. What good comes from saying I should have or I wish I would have. Doing that keeps one in a pattern of self pity making it difficult to move on.
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Review - Stonewall Uprising: A BeginningHow could society ignore the vile treatment of a community that was fighting for the basic right to be treated in a humane manner? Follow young girl's recollections of what she knew of this social movement in this very turbulent time.
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Grandma and the Draculette'sFifty-four year old student is in Prague studing with fellow college classmates. They take her out for a night on the town. The ensuing adventure provides plenty of laughter for everyone.
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The Blind Side: A Story About Uncontional LoveA mother shows what can happen when you open your heart and love someone uncontionally.
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Is There a Biker Chick Hidden in Every WomanHarley Davidson's image is no longer one of counter culture rebellion, but of main street conservative America. Nine percent of riders are women. Are you one of the nine percent? How would you look driving Harley's 2010 Heritage Softail Classic?
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Bonding Tips that Will Boost Any RelationshipRelationships are hard work. How can we keep our relationship from getting stale? Review these simples rules to help boost the bond you have with your partner.
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Favorite Summer Activity, Taking a Road TripWant to destress,get away from it all. Hop in your car and take a road trip.
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SonToddle son takes first steps out of mother reach, they are both wary. he grows up knowing she is always watching.
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New BeginningsLeaving the old friend and facing the unknown, new adventures, new life begins.
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FreedomArtist stares at blank canvas afraid to satrt, once she does she wildly paints a life only she sees
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The RoseBeautyful rose will not open her petals to let anyone see her beauty.
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Finding Love on a Pantry ShelfLove can be found in unsual places, but Molly is caught off guard when she discovers love in a pantry with a box of plastic wrap.
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Arts and Crafts Fairs in Southwest Surburbs Chicago IllinoisAnnual Arts and Crafts shows in the southwest surburbs of Chicago, Illinois. these festivals have become a tradition and have been held for well over 20 years and are well attended.
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No Butt Cracks Please, Simple Etiquette Rules for the GymGetting stares from the people at your gym. Are you breaking any of these gym etiquette rules?
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Breakfast for Father's DayStart Father's Day with a hearty breakfast of Banana Hotcakes or Sausage Casserole. Sure to surprise and make Father's Day extra special.
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Let Him Eat Cake: Grandma Campbell's Date Nut CakeLet Him Eat Cake: Grandma Campbell's Date Nut Cake is the perfect cake for that special man in your life. Don't let its simplisity fool you. It will soon become a family favorite.
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Hummm, How Would I Look with a Shaved Head?Short or long, to dye and go grey, the decisions were frustrating. Finally after much searching I have found a stylist who listens and I am at peace.
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KING of the GRILL: A Craft for Father's DayTired of how messy Dad looks when he BBQ's. Create a unique apron just for him and put an end to him wiping his mess on his clothes.
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Father/SonDeath is not always physical. Pain inflicted through emotional pain can cause death of a soul.
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Little Boy's DreamA young boy hears the roar of the engine before the black shiny body with chrome bumpers pass him buy
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FatherA shadow causes confusion when viewed through a fog. Is the shadow known, should there be fear, only the person looking into the fog will know who it is and if they should be afraid.
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The Basement DoorA young writer has reoccurring dreams she doesn't understand and memories that increasingly invade her consciousness. There is nothing in her life that can harm her, yet she cannot shake the increasing anger she feels.