For many of us, psychological symptoms can be frightening, even terrifying. We start displaying behavioral patterns that we have never experienced before: quick to anger, self-harm, depression, sadness, or sudden anxiety. When I was 14, I was diagnosed with depression. I also had other symptoms of psychological distress that couldn’t be pinpointed; I was pulling […]

While Memorial Day only comes once a year, blue flowers can be used to adorn headstones, graves, and vases at the cemetery for your loved ones who have gone on before you all year long. Blue flowers look peaceful in the spring, refreshing in the summer, calm in the fall, and tranquil in the winter. […]

The beginning of a urinary tract infection I noticed I wasn’t feeling well one morning when I woke up. Throughout the entire day at work I was pretty uncomfortable. About an hour before work was over I asked if I could go home early because I just didn’t feel well and I couldn’t take it […]

COMMENTARY | Nobody knows where the three-time NBA defensive player of the year and current Los Angeles Laker center Dwight Howard will sign to play basketball next year. Dwight Howard isn’t even sure where he will end up after the season is over. The only thing he knows is he wants to play in a […]

In a high school course in advanced algebra or pre calculus, students will learn the four conic sections. One of the most confusing to understand is the hyperbola. At the conclusion of this article, you will understand how to identify the hyperbola and graph by its equation. The shape of the hyperbola is similar to […]

My daughter is currently in the ninth grade and she just turned fifteen, last month, but since she was a baby I always encouraged her to be tenacious, curious, and hungry for knowledge through books, movies, life experiences, and television shows. I did not see any harm in watching television per se, but I was […]

Ever since Google Chrome’s release in September 2008, it has grown to become one of the most used internet browsers internationally. It has also built a large community of developers who have created thousands of extensions for other people to modify their experience on the browser. These extensions are accessible through the Chrome Web Store. […]

When it comes to shopping for your home, an important motto to keep in mind is “buy once but buy right.” People often make the wrong purchase decision because of inadequate research and impatience. When it comes to furniture and furnishings, it is imperative that before you take that purchase decision, you are sure it […]

Experts seem to be all around us to give their opinion of what is the will of God for an individual. On your computer screen, the TV, or even your phone there is available 24/7 a variety of preachers to answer this question. Perhaps the solution can be found within yourself if you think and […]

When Congress gets back to work this month they need to finish the Farm Bill. A vital part of this legislation is the Food for Peace program, the largest source of funding for international food aid. The UN World Food Programme, for example, depends on Food for Peace donations for many of its relief operations. […]

One of the great things about sewing clothes for a toddler is that many toddler clothes patterns can be found online. While I enjoy sewing for either a boy or a girl, sewing things for a toddler girl is my favorite because you get to make such cute little toddler dresses. There are several free […]

September is “National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.” For me this holds special meaning. In August 1996, I had stomach pains off and on for three weeks. Finally, I went to my doctor who referred me to a gynecologist. I had not been to a gyno for quite a while and quickly learned a difficult lesson. […]

Watches, the traditional timepiece accessory are not just a tool but a window into personal fashion and punctuates a man’s style. There is nothing like finding a watch or two that you really like. Here’s tips for finding the perfect one. When shopping for a watch the thing to remember is that it should correspond […]

Published in 1960, The Doll and the Kitten continues the adventures of the trio first introduced by author-illustrator Dare Wright to readers of all ages in her classic 1957 tale, The Lonely Doll. One summer Mr. Bear relocates his charges, Edith and Little Bear, to a farm. He leads them into the barn, where Edith […]

Diabetes can be ones of the scariest diagnosis to get as a human, but what do you do when you find out that your furry friend has diabetes and he just happens to be a rat? I asked my friend Carole Merando Littlefield if she wouldn’t mind answering some questions about her rat Boo, who […]

Teen mothers are often overwhelmed by the seemingly endless responsibilities of caring for an infant. Going from the low-responsibility lifestyle of an American teenager in which keeping one’s grades up is the sole responsibility, to a life where not only are they expected to still keep their grades up and keep an eye on their […]

Many parts of the United States are having severe drought conditions along with record high temperatures and dry winds. In some places, these drought conditions have lasted for several years, winter and summer. Most areas have strict watering restrictions that allow watering for only a couple of hours every few days, which results in shallow […]

Growing up I was surrounded by cars. My father was a Master Mechanic for Chrysler and my mother raced her 340 ’70 Duster at the local track. I fell in love with cars, the sound really fast cars make, the rush of hitting the gas and going really fast thrilled me but I never really […]

The lights…The sky…The music…The sounds of many thousands of people being ecstatic and happy. Those may be some of the reasons that I like to attend music festivals. It goes deeper than that, though. There are many specific perks that come with attending festivals. There are many benefits to attending a music festival whether you’re […]

On each and every Thursday night, Lee and Lee Jay present their Writers Night at this great location in the heart of downtown Nashville. The location I am speaking of is Millennium Maxwell House in Nashville, TN. Lee Rascone’ is a staple in the Nashville Music Scene. Lee has been hosting writer’s nights for over […]

Editor’s note: On March 26 and 27, the Supreme Court will hear two cases that may redefine how the country recognizes same-sex unions. In one, United States v. Windsor, the court could determine whether the federal Defense of Marriage Act violates the constitutional rights of same-sex couples to marry. The other, Hollingsworth v. Perry, tackles […]

December 18th, 2010 marked the day on which the modern alt. rock community had been shaken. Paramore band mates Josh Farro (lead guitar) and Zac Farro (drums) had announced that they were leaving the band. As a result, the group’s remaining two members, Hayley Williams (vocals, piano) and Jeremy Davis (bass), signed Taylor York as […]

There was a time when I thought I would never be able to do the popular dances of my teenage years. It wasn’t because I was a wallflower or had two left feet but because I use a wheelchair. Now, I am a dancer in my eyes and in the eyes of those who see […]

On Tuesday night, the Boston Red Sox continued their “Road to Redemption” with a come-from-behind 3-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 4 of the American League Division Series. The win puts the Red Sox in the American League Championship series for the fourth time in 11 seasons. One year ago, the notion […]

An expert rose grower recently spoke at a “How to Grow Roses” workshop I attended. She recommended the use of rabbit food pellets that contained alfalfa as a type of supplemental organic fertilizer for rose bushes. She said the alfalfa in the pellets stimulated the nitrogen in the rose bushes and encouraged vigorous new growth. […]

You’ve found the girl of your dreams. You know when, where and how you’re going to propose. Now all you need is the ring. But where to start? Shopping for an engagement ring is no easy task, and would-be suitors often feel like they’ve gone to battle after perusing through the local jewelry stores. Try […]

Previously published in Bubblews The Bible is the Christian holy book. It is divided into two testaments, the old and the new. There are 66 books of the bible. The 27 books in the New Testament contain the books pertaining to Jesus Christ and his teachings. It also contains the writings of the apostles and […]

The Initial Shock and Emotions The impact of hearing a cancer diagnosis sets most individual back in their seats. People react and respond very differently as you will discover as this story is disclosed. There is no right or wrong way to react or respond; however, the reactions can be varied depending on the individual […]

Beginning My family moved here in the 70’s, our house was dead center of an elementary school, junior high, and high school, which my sister and I attended. 20 years later when my marriage collapsed and my son and I moved back home; I was thrilled to be located within such great schools. When my […]

San Francisco is always a great place to spend any holiday. Among the city’s legendary hotels, the Hyatt Regency stands out for spirited yuletide activities. Here’s a little history and some good reasons to plan a stay at this famous hotel during this merriest of seasons. The hotel is just steps from the iconic Ferry […]

As a former employee and current volunteer for an organization that provides counseling services for individuals struggling with depression, I understand the negative effects that persistent feelings of sadness and dejection can have on an individual. At this time, the CDC estimates that 1 out of 10 Americans is experiencing depression. For this reason, I […]

Sitting in his classroom a week before classes begin, fourth-grade teacher, Justin Ashley, foresees a future in the North Carolina education system where teachers are unmotivated and the learning experience is greatly hindered by budget cuts. Controversy began in early August, when Gov. Pat McCrory announced his new education plan. The $7.9 billion budget for […]

A little more than a week ago, USA Hockey made a assessment on their teams leader heading into the tentative Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. Much like any national organization, it is always problematic to pinpoint a leader with noteworthy attributes from head to toe on the lineup card. In the case of the 2014 […]

COMMENTARY | One city, either Miami or San Antonio, will celebrate tonight’s victory. But every team will be watching what happens tonight, because it’s more than just a decisive Game 7. It will decide how future NBA franchises will be constructed. Build a Dream Team: On one hand, you have the Miami Heat. They decided […]

Everything Mike Swisher has can be traced directly to golf. But what he has gotten from it pales in comparison to what he has given back to the game, to the members of the Lebanon Country Club and the local golf community. At the conclusion of this calendar year, Swisher will retire after 42 years […]

Running your personal training business goes beyond the course book. It’s a hands-on process that takes time to learn. As a certified personal trainer the course work teaches you the basics, but it doesn’t teach the details that make your business run smoothly or successfully. With all the course studies there are still five useful […]

A consultancy can be rewarding on many levels to an executive. Rewarding both financially and professionally where a network of connections can empower success. A consultancy can also offer an executive a career option if they have retired, resigned or in some cases, been laid-off. Here are 12 key steps to keep in mind if […]

Those who are lucky enough to enjoy blueberries in their muffins, pancake and cobbler will find themselves living within proximity of plants that offer this delectable sweet delight in its wild habitat. The rest of us must learn to coax blueberries to bloom in a garden setting. The positive outcome of following all directions for […]

Been fretting over your estimated medical insurance for the coming year? You can see a detailed estimate of your Healthcare.gov Health Insurance Marketplace rates by using a simple subsidy calculator provided by the Kaiser Family Foundation. In a nutshell, the new government program provides access to healthcare insurance and subsidizes the cost of those plans […]

Although I have had many memorable experiences as an undergraduate college student, starting and completing my thesis was probably one of the most meaningful. This is the case for many reasons, including the fact that it gave me the opportunity to think independently and abstractly. Yet throughout the time I spent researching and writing my […]

Last year, the sports world was shocked when Dwight Howard was traded, and somehow the Orlando Magic, who had the most valuable asset, ended up the losers of the deal. One year later, the Magic front office sits back and smiles about the position the other three teams (Sixers, Lakers and Nuggets) are left in. […]

The holiday season is quickly approaching. To some, this can be extremely stressful time due to the overwhelming pressure of having to find the “perfect” gift for a loved one. To help cut down on the hours and hours it would take to rummage through department stores and websites, here are 10 gift ideas if […]

The 2002 remake of the original 1942 production of The Magnificent Ambersons produced by Orson Welles is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Booth Tarkington. The remake is a made-for-TV film shown on A&E. The film takes place at the turn of the 20th century and relates the tale of a wealthy family in […]

“Well,” grumbled the Old Major, supposed leader of a pack of elders, nine in all, that were setting their haunches on stools and boxes around the hot belly stove centered in Lem’s emporium as he called his feed and grain store, The Old Major, white haired and straight as a ramrod going on 85 years […]

Each year, the first crops to sprout from my garden are my lettuces. Red leaf, Romaine, Boston, and Butter Crunch begin to fill out and bring a sense of life to the patches of soil that laid fallow during the Winter. My girls sow their seeds, and we begin the tender warm-up to the full […]

As many writers know, people are drawn to odd writing despite the fact that individuals have a proclivity for gravitating towards things that are familiar to them. Just yesterday, I found myself amused and pleasured by several subtitles that my professor used to provide readers with an overview of his subject matter. Within one chapter […]

In the months since Hurricane Sandy made a destructive path through the New Jersey Shore and into New York State, the focal point has been rebuilding the areas which were the most impacted by this terrible event. The major issue centered on rebuilding is simple: funding. In some areas of the New Jersey Shore the […]

One of my favorite things to do on a Sunday afternoon is to go to my local outdoors superstore such as Bass Pro Shops or Gander Mountain and stroll around simply day dreaming about my next outdoors adventure. These stores are my happy ‘happy place’ as there is just no way for me to be […]

According to the “Chronicle of Higher Education,” somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 million Americans attend college each year, with 60% of those (about 12 million) borrowing money to help pay for their college education. The result, according to the Federal Reserve Board of New York, is that approximately 37 million borrowers have student loans […]

Social media giant Facebook recently introduced Hashtags, one of the most awaited feature that organizes conversations by keywords and makes it easier for the people to search content as per their choice. Hashtags are not new and has been successfully used by other popular social media sites like Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Pinterest, Google Plus etc. […]

In 2005, life seemed to be looking up for our family. I was working full-time, had completed a second Bachelor’s degree, taken the GMAT and had been accepted into a highly regarded cohort MBA program. My brother, a recovering alcoholic and DUI offender, was out of prison, staying with our elderly mother and had an […]

It’s easy for real estate agents to schedule showings on homes that are vacant; the approvals are generally pretty automatic. Actually showing the home is not always so easy. If the home is vacant, it may require a little maintenance to keep it in top shape, particularly if there has been multiple showings and inclement […]

It is a relief and a privilege to walk the hallways on that first day back in school, as an upper class men in Elementary, Middle, High School, or College. I had two very significant times in my life of great memories from a return to school both domestically here in the U.S.A. and down […]

Late night travelers on Interstate 84 have often seen tractor trailers parked illegally alongside highway shoulders and exit ramps. Michael Riley, president of the Connecticut Motor Transport Association, said that every night 1,200 truckers are unable to find parking spaces in public or private truck rest stops so they are forced to park on highway […]

During the earlier part of 2013, two travel and road weary southerners from South Georgia made a very pleasing find along highway 177 as they made their way south through Oklahoma. That find was the Chickasaw National Recreation Area near Sulphur Springs, Oklahoma. As the husband of a committed bird watcher, I am always on […]

Titus 2 is a marvelous passage. If a church is ignoring Titus 2, it is missing significant instruction regarding its fundamental mission. This passage gives a detailed template for discipleship in the church. Paul laid it out very clearly for Titus and for us. First, he told Titus to stick with sound teaching. Then he […]

It is amazing to me to see the different attitudes from those within baseball between the steroid hush-hush, power-surging, record attendance and ratings of the late ’90’s-mid 2000’s to what has come down the past several weeks. When Bonds, Sosa and McGwire were hitting 50-70 home runs annually, and lesser-known players with no history of […]

“Am I preparing my child for college adequately? Are they going to be ready for life “out there”? What do I do about the cost of college? Do they really NEED college? And how do I prepare them for the moral atmosphere they will be faced with?” If these are questions your have as a […]

The second most important aspect every new blogger is concerned about after making sure he delivers quality content is building an audience. And when it comes to the development of an audience, there are some rules and standards that everyone should apply if they want to be successful. Ignore them and you will end up […]

Almost every town in America has a Main Street where you will find a bustling business district. Flushing, New York is no exception. Located in the New York City borough of Queens, Flushing’s Main Street is a hub of activity. In honor of this great community, here is a quick guide to Flushing, Queens: Shopping […]