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My Vacation to Nowhere
How I spent my summer vacation.
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Choosing to Stay at Home
While about half of all mothers choose to stay at home, it is still viewed as the lessor of the two choices. There are benefits to full-time mothering
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Studying At Work
Returning to university or college study while you are working (full or part time) and caring for a child can be very difficult.
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The Working Mother Diet
A working moms diet must take into consideration the need for extra energy and the lack of time to exercise. These moms need a plan that fits into their busy lives.
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Workplace Mothering
Do you leave your mothering skills at home when you enter your workplace? Or do you enjoy mothering co-workers and employees?
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What do working mothers want?
Can we really know what we want until the day our little baby arrives? Or is this a question with an ever changing answer?
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Back on My Soapbox
Another reason to despise the media's obsession with the mythical Mommy Wars

Mothers as Breadwinner
I am increasingly tired of what I perceive as a subtle backlash (let alone the direct discrimination) against the working mother. Mothers who work outside of the home are every bit as committed, as loving, as nurturing towards their children as ANY stay-at-home mother. We still have to do all the housework, the cooking, and the child care AFTER putting in a full day at the office. I want equal treatment. Don't you?
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Mothers As Breadwinner
Laments of a working mother over activities for children conducted during working hours.
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9/11/01
Poem about World Trade Center tradegy.
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Single Parenting Intro
I want to get a grasp of your needs as a single parent. I know what mine are - but how can we help each other? Tell me your biggest concerns and toughest battles.
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The Baby Book
A review of this parenting book by Dr. William Sears, Martha Sears, Dr. Robert Sears, and Dr. James Sears
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Canadian Politics : Green Party of Canada
Often derided by cynics as a fringe party - the Green Party of Canada will now be present in Federal Debates and has a sitting Member of Parliament.
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Common Dangers to Children in Rural Russia
Difficult lives were made more difficult in peasant Russia by lack of proper nutrition and supervision, common ailments like diarrhea, and domestic violence.
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Creating a Baby Gift Registry
Expectant parents should consider the number of shower guests before registering for their newborn and choose products in a variety of categories and price ranges.
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Do you have what it takes to be a working-from-home mom?
My first article asks the question 'Do you have what it takes to be a working-from-home mom?' Read on to see if you have the good humor and fortitude to join the growing numbers of moms who are making their living from home.
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Writing Lessons from Margaret Mahy
2006 Hans Christian Anderson award winner, Margaret Mahy, has the following sound advice to aspiring writers: Be Persistent! Work Hard! Be Tough! And Read! Read! Read!
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Annie Chapman:Second Victim of Jack the Ripper
On Friday, 7th September 1888, Annie Chapman became the second victim of Jack the Ripper. Who was she? Readers may find some details and pictures distressng.
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Breastfeeding and Starting Bottles
Deciding when to start a breastfeeding baby on bottles can be confusing for new parents. Understanding the consequences of bottle timing is important.
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Chilean Poet Gabriela Mistral
Short biography of Lucila Godoy de Alcayaga (aka Gabriela Mistral), Chilean teacher, diplomat, and gifted poet.
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Combating Work at Home Loneliness
Whether telecommuting, freelancing, or in their own business, loneliness is one of the unexpected factors affecting women who work at home. But it doesn't have to be.
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Daycare and Children
What is the latest news of the effects of institutionalized childcare? The National Institutes on Health releases it's latest report on the pros - and cons of daycare.
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Dove's "Adolescence"
Former poet laureate Rita Dove offers a unique three-pronged expression of the mind and vision of an adolescent girl in her "Adolescence" poems.
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Embroidery sewing machine
Embroidery brings back visions of grandmother's dresser scarves and table cloths. There is something so inherently charming about it. Grandmother spent hours poring...
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Eq vs IQ -The debate continues
A young man kills his family in the name of love. This raises the questions again of the value of emotional intelligence and the need for including Social and Emotional Learning skills in our classrooms.
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Keeping Your Family Healthy With Vegetarian Meals
Studies have shown that a reduced-fat diet and lowered meat consumption can lower your risk for certain types of cancer. It's easy to incorporate vegetarian meals into your weekly plan. Isn't your family worth it?
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Percy Wyndham Lewis
This abstract artist is today best-known for his dramatic Vorticist design that shows his commentary on industrialism and modern life.
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SYLVIA ESTES STARK (1839 - 1944)
Sylvia Estes was born into slavery in Clay County, Missouri in 1839. Eventually, her father bought her freedom. The family eventually moved to California and from there, they immigrated to British Northwest.
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The Truth About Fantasia
American Idol 3's homegirl dejour Fantasia releases debut album "Free Yourself" and her Southern Roots are Sizzlin'!
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A Poltergeist Goes to Court in California
This is the first recorded poltergeist case that was heard in court in the USA. Two prominent parapsychologists saw the headlines in the paper and investigated and one testified in court.
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Becoming Daddy: Post-partum for Fathers
The emotions men commonly experience as they make the transition to parenthood, and some practical ideas to help dads as they find and settle into their new roles.
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Deciding When to Wean
The benefits of breastfeeding continue for as long as you nurse your baby and beyond. So you if you both enjoy it, why stop?
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Establishing An Image : Mickey Cohen
Mickey Cohen developed a strange type of image for a crime lord. He appeared to be more Hollywood than Mafia


Hearts In Atlantis
A review of the film "Hearts In Atlantis".
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Home vs Career
Women are trying to balance home, children and careers. Working women can learn to save time and energy while doing household chores, take care of themselves, and put balance back into their lives.
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Mother Jones Biography
Biography of Mother Jones (nee Mary Harris), iconic American labor activist and organizer whom the Senate declared "the most dangerous woman in America".
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OLIVE THOMAS (1894-1920), THE MARILYN MONROE OF THE EARLY TWENTIETH CENTURY
Biography of Olive Thomas (1894-1920), whose show business career closely paralleled that of the legendary Marilyn Monroe.
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STEPMOTHER: PART ONE
Unfairly labelled in fiction and in history, the stepmother is a dedicated and active member of the family who faces many challenges. There is increasing public awareness of her role, and many internet sites offer support and guidance for her.
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The Indusrial Revolution and it's effects on childhood.
A brief look at the harshness of life for children and young women working in the industries in 19th century Britain.
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What are we going to do about education?
This is an introduction to the topic of the problems with education in this country and some of the issues currently being addressed.
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Why Breastfeeding is a Feminist Issue
The fact that breastfeeding is generally unsupported by our culture is an indicator of how devalued women and children are in our society.
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20. Growing Up
There are different stages to growing up... none of them are easy.
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Deciding When to Wean
The benefits of breastfeeding continue for as long as you nurse your baby and beyond. So you if you both enjoy it, why stop?
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Maggie Walker: 1st U.S. Woman Bank Founder
Profile of Maggie Walker, the first U.S. woman bank founder and president, an astute businesswoman who founded St. Luke Penny Savings Bank.
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St. Louis Rams have thier own Superman
Louis and Virginia Carter adorned their infant son's room with Superman posters and decorations, hoping in some strange way that the powers of the superhero would transfer to little Kevin, who was born with eyes that did not work.
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The Importance of Bonding With Your Child.
Research has proven that without a secure mother figure, a child who is exposed to unexpected events will have an intense stress reaction.
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Employer of Choice
The golden rule goes a long way to solving recruitment and retention issues.
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