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I am a mother of 5, with 5 grandchildren. I am a caregiver for my aging mother, so I do not work outside of the home currently. I was a teacher for 25 years, English/History/Civics/ESL. I am an active life long member of the LDS church, I love my family and my large extended family. My son is a Marine, who is currently serving in Afghanistan. I believe that life is too short to hate anyone, and it is too fleeting to ignore learning experiences, and new friendships. I love this site, and I get great joy out of being here. I will be honest in my responses, and when I feel in the mood I will even be sarcastic!
Is there a town, city, in Canada called "Chicken?" I am not talking about food, but is there a place?
My grandson swears that this is a place. I want to know where it is!
5 AnswersOther - Canada10 years agoIs there a file for dental records when the police can't use print id?
How can dental records be helpful, unless the dentist is identified? Is there a place where dental records are filed, and if so, I don't remember granting permission for them to be sent to this place.
2 AnswersOther - Politics & Government1 decade agoIn the 10 Commandments, how come the Pharoah did not die? Wasn't he the first born? Did he have siblings?
I tried to search for something in my Bible, but if he chased Moses and the Children of Israel through the Red Sea, and he and his men were drowned, then there would be no one left. But I am just curious to know if he had siblings?
12 AnswersReligion & Spirituality1 decade agoOne last question, I promise! Regarding Pride and Prejudice.?
If Darcy was the one with the greatest fortune, why is he not the host more often than Bingley? I mean he is always mentioned in the company of the Bingley's and he has a grand home and holdings of his own, why is he a consummate guest? This was indeed a very interesting societal dynamic, I mean, always visiting others, away from your own home!
1 AnswerBooks & Authors1 decade agoWhat is it that makes Mr. Darcy so unhappy?
The character from Pride and Prejudice is still puzzling to me. Austen never actually tells us (the readers) what it is that makes him so difficult??? I have my own idea, but I'd like some input. Thanks.
6 AnswersBooks & Authors1 decade agoObama did not run his campaign on the "race" issue, but lately, all I've seen on TV are specials about how?
proud African Americans are about his election! It is quite difficult to separate the man from his race and background, but the same can be said about most other people as well. So what happened to his slogans and promises of hope and change??? I think he is a very smart guy, and I will wait and reserve my judgment after he has had a couple of years in office, but what do you think about the "black" issue. Yes, I know tomorrow is MLK day! At my house we call it "Diversity Day!"
10 AnswersElections1 decade agoWas it George Bernard Shaw who said? ?
Don't seek autographs from (notable people), go out and make yours worth having!
1 AnswerQuotations1 decade agoEndangered species! Humans have been responsible for the elimination and near extintion of many species.?
Do you ever wonder what we might be doing if dinosaurs survived? And we were now placing them on the endangered species list? I am not talking about turtles and alligators or crocodiles, or any other creatures that are still alive, I am speaking about, say, TRex, or some of the others, the very large ones, or the raptors, ones that have been discovered by anthropologists! What do you think?
4 AnswersConservation1 decade agoAre Chelsea Handler and Evan Handler related?
2 AnswersGenealogy1 decade agoDid Japan bomb Australia during WWII?
I just saw a preview of the new movie "Australia" with Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman. There is the premise that the country was bombed by the Japanese. I have studied history, and I am not sure about this. I know that the Australians have always been our allies, and that they played a big part in the war of the Pacific, because of their location, and I just am not sure if they were actually bombed or not. It could just be a part of the story line of the movie, but I am just curious. Does any one know?
6 AnswersHistory1 decade agoThe Olymics start tomorrow, in China. Are you excited?
With this in mind, did you know that the word "gymnastics"comes from the Greek gymnazo, which means "train naked." In ancient Greece exercises were often performed in the nude. Thank goodness we have progressed. Can you identify any other words that might relate to sports, and identify their etymology?
13 AnswersOlympics1 decade agoOn this day in1965 President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act.
Are there still people who can't vote? Not who don't! Can't?
9 AnswersElections1 decade agoToday in history: 1945 the USA dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan.
Resulting in approximately 140,000 deaths, in the first use of a nuclear weapon in warfare. Do you think there will ever be another nuclear bomb dropped?
8 AnswersMilitary1 decade agoAnyone here know how to make gelato?
I love Italian Gelato, and I have looked for a decent recipe, but I have had no luck. Does anyone have one they have used successfully?
3 AnswersCooking & Recipes1 decade agoSlug bug! How did the game get started? Are there any REAL rules?
I have a 11 year old grandson who always instists on playing while we are in the car. I am tired of hearing the "Rules" from him! He seems to change them everytime. What if any, are the rules? Now for you folks out there who think I am nuts for even asking this, let me assure you, that I am just curious, and I would love to have a "gottcha" moment! So, fess up, where? what? when? How? Why?
3 AnswersSingles & Dating1 decade agoSo were you happy to see Comfort leave So You Think You Can Dance?
I was thrilled! But I was really sorry to see Will booted, I think he was terrific.
4 AnswersPolls & Surveys1 decade agoCynthia Heimel said: When in doubt, make a fool of yourself.?
There is a microscopically thin line between being brilliantly creative and acting like the most gigantic idiot on earth. So what the hell, leap! Are you timid? Do you hold back because you are afraid of looking like a fool? Share with us, please!
2 AnswersOther - Society & Culture1 decade agoOn So You Think You Can Dance!?
When the hip hop dancers finish their dance, what is the purpose of the three fingers on the shoulder signal! I am sure it means something, but what?
3 AnswersDancing1 decade agoMark Twain is one of my favorite humorists. He had some wonderful quotes. This is one of my favorite:?
Don't go around saying the World owes you a living; the world owes you nothing; it was here first! There seems to be a general idea of many of the young people today that they are owed everything, and have no need to work for it. This sense of entitlement is absolutely destructive! Do you agree?
4 AnswersQuotations1 decade ago