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Building A Better Student: Yes, You Should Judge

A group of us at the radio station were gathered in the kitchen for our mid-morning refills of tea and coffee, making small talk. Somebody referenced a trashy television reality star, at which point there were groans and more than a few snide remarks. Moments later...

The Difficulty of Parent Care When You Can’t Be There

Providing care to an aging or ill parent can be complicated when they live in another country. Although it is reassuring to hear their voice on the phone, there are just so many things that must be attended to in person. This is especially true if your parents are...

Monday Give Away Linky: We’re into March!! Edition

Good Monday, Heroes! It’s March. March!!! Hopefully we’ll see spring in the coming month, but at least February is over. I’m not fond of February, and this one in particular was just brutal. Can we hear it for spring? Or at least for the hope of...

Five Ways Your Family Can Lower the Water Bill

Water bills can get quite pricey, but it’s vital to know that a significant portion of the bill can be eliminated rather easily. Shorter showers, only using the dishwasher when it’s full, and not leaving the water running when cleaning food are simple methods to cut...