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Right-Brained, Wrong Brained? Let's Be Done with Standardized Testing!

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Right here in Georgia, at the University of Georgia, we have a world-renown department called the Torrance Center which developed a "right-brain" standardized test years ago. Only our gifted students get to take it to gain entry into the elite programs. Imagine if some of our troublemakers -- or day dreamers -- took it? Wonder if "those ADD and dyslexic kids" took those kinds of tests. What if we tested each child to find their gifts and supported those? No, we test to find WHAT’S WRONG with children and then pound in their little heads how poorly they’re performing.  Read more >

4 Beauty Products Every Gal Should Carry In Her Purse!

We’ve all been there. You leave the house with zero makeup and inevitably spot a person you want to look your best for. Or you’re headed into an interview and upon inspection in their restroom realize your eyeliner resembles that of a raccoon’s. Or my personal favorite: you meet up with friends for happy hour and realize your skin is oilier than the infamous Exxon Valdez oil spill.  Read more >

Is Kickstarter an Option for Your Idea?

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You have a killer idea for a product or project, but you have no money to make it a reality. Could Kickstarter be an option for you?  Read more >

Help! How Do I Toughen Up My Sensitive Son?

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Dear Mouthy Housewives, I have 2 boys -- a 6-year-old and a 3-year-old. My 3-year-old was born sensitive, extremely sensitive. He spends 60% of his day crying and whining. It grates on my and my husband’s nerves. Even my 6-year-old is like, "get over it."  Read more >

Benefits of the Shoeless Home

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For health and environmental reasons, this blogger kicked off a new 'leave your shoes by the door' policy in her home:  Read more

 

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