It has the ring of a pre-programmed, carefully-planned sound bite and headline. And that’s because that’s exactly what it is (notice the title of this article). President Obama said in a recent re-election speech that “After more than a decade of war, it is time to focus on nation-building here at home.” Interesting, indeed. President [...]
Category Archives: Thoughts
Ways to Save Money on Your Pet
Monday, May 7, 2012
The last time you were at the pet store, did you end up spending a small fortune on your furry friend? You probably went there for one or two small items, but ended up grabbing all those fun-looking, fuzzy toys on your way out, right? Well, never fear. There are plenty of ways that you [...]
Best Local Restaurants of Norman, OK
Sunday, May 6, 2012
As in any bustling college town, Norman, OK is packed full of wonderful restaurants. Some, however, stand out more than others. With their great food, variety, and “local charm”, these eateries are part of the best Norman has to offer! 1. Tarahumara’s Mexican Cantina and Cafe -Located just north of downtown, this family-owned Mexican restaurant [...]
Use Technology to Enhance Your Homeschooling Experience
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Technology and education can definitely go hand in hand. Using the advances technology has made to enhance your child’s education is one of the best things you can do for him or her, if you decide to homeschool. Internet The Internet is an amazing tool when it comes to homeschooling. It is a resource for [...]
Autobiography Vs. Memoir
Friday, May 4, 2012
There are many similarities between autobiographies and memoirs, and often only the most discerning reader can tell the difference between the two. Whether you were assigned the book for a class or you picked it up at the local library because it looked interesting, knowing the difference between autobiography and memoir can enhance your understanding [...]
How to Survive the Commute from Hell
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
When I moved out of my parents house at the beginning of my college career, I chose an apartment 50 miles away from campus, dooming myself to personally experience 100 miles of the Los Angeles freeway system every ever-loving weekday. I’m sure it would save me hours of stress and agony (not to mention thousands [...]
Elise Testone Says She Sings Outside the Lines
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Elise Testone may be gone from “American Idol,” but she’s proud of her performance and thinks it was a good experience overall. She took some time recently to sit down and talk about her style of singing and her experiences on the show. Testone was booted from Idol when two of her performances received mixed [...]
Different Types of Oatmeal
Monday, April 30, 2012
Oats are those magical grains who lower your bad cholesterol, improve your metabolism, make your skin glow, provide you enough energy without piling the calories, control diabetes if you have it … basically, it plays the role of a lifesaver. Along with these all-too-visible benefits, oats can protect women from breast cancer, increase immunity, and [...]
E! Network Signs Kardashians for Three More Seasons
Sunday, April 29, 2012
The Kardashians are a uniquely American success story, and one that truly embodies the New American Dream. For all of their justified detractors and the cringe-worthy media coverage that is constantly promoting and regurgitating all things Kardashian, Kris Jenner and her family have managed to become real-life celebrities. Most of the fame of the family [...]
Interesting Origins of Our Favorite Desserts
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Oh, dessert. We wish for a world where dessert was healthy and salad made you fat. What other meal conjures such fantasies in the minds of young and old? It’s even an effective bribe, as in, “Finish all your green beans or no dessert.” Everyone has their favorite dessert food, and each has it’s moment [...]