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Grammar Mishaps: Semicolon vs. Comma

The bottom line: it's up to you. Semicolons and commas are used to link two sentences or independent clauses. An independent clause must contain a subject and a verb. You have the choice of leaving one...

35 comments    education grammar comma
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Grammar Mishaps: Sympathy vs. Empathy

I recently received a hub request to write an article on the difference between sympathy and empathy. Receiving my undergrad in Psychology, I had my own thoughts on the differences already, but decided to add...

46 comments    education grammar empathy
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Places to go in San Francisco with a Family

Attractions a family should see in San Francisco, California. San Francisco is a great city to travel to with kids. There are a lot of activities and attractions to see that are fun for both parents and their...

12 comments    family children travel
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Why is my newborn baby crying?

Priscilla Dunstan, who was recently featured on the Oprah show, claims she has a photographic memory for sound. She can hear textures, colors and a resonance in a voice. She used these skills with her...

78 comments    family crying baby baby language
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Grammar Mishaps: How to Address a Card or Envelope

Below is a quick and easy lesson on addressing an envelope or card. I often see envelopes and holiday cards addressed incorrectly. The rules are easy to remember and you can avoid a lot of grammar...

54 comments    education grammar holiday cards
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Killer Whales

Orca or killer whales are majestic, social ocean mammals that have always fascinated me. Below you will find some interesting facts about the orca, orca videos I like, and a few useful links. If you have...

30 comments    education killer whales shamu
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Weight Watchers Points

Weight Watchers started a new program called Weight Watchers Turn Around. It includes two programs: Weight Watchers Flex Plan which is based on the Weight Watchers Points system and the Weight Watchers Core...

66 comments    health exercise weight loss
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Grammar Mishaps: Raise vs. Rise

Grammar Request: My students often use raise and rise incorrectly. Could you write a hub on the difference? Both words can mean "to move upwards", but they are not interchangeable. "Rise" is an...

18 comments    education grammar lie vs lay
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Grammar Mishaps: Quotation Marks

I recently received a comment asking me to write a hub about the rules around quotation marks. I will attempt to compile a complete list of rules and usages. If you have any additions, please feel free to...

60 comments    education quotes grammar
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How should we discourage inappropriate behavior in children?

Discouraging bad behavior in children can be tricky. Children who are given very little positive reinforcements for their behavior may act out for the attention, even if the attention is negative. Once again,...

48 comments    advice education children
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