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The Image-Based Culture

Once upon a time, humanity lived without cameras, television, and social media. We also lived without all the age-defying products and surgeries. Are we genuinely progressing with all these new technologies the modern world has brought? When new technological advances are made, there is something to celebrate: the overwhelming knowledge humans have to create! The

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Reading: a learned discipline

We are 87 days away from nominating the 47th president of the United States of America! What an exciting time; it will shape our country for generations! But have we done our due diligence in considering the nominees? We have moved entirely to the online platform as our designated place for public discourse. Though it

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Nutritious Literature VS Twaddle

We recently read this excellent book with our 6-year-old daughter, The Emperor’s New Clothes, by Ned Bustard. It was filled with suspense, drama, and morale. She enjoyed it; we enjoyed it! She read it several times, unpacking more of the story every time. The story goes something like this. There was an emperor who loved

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The Paradox of Testing Students

We don’t have to look far to know something is wrong in our society. Historically, many governments have failed us; therefore, now more than ever, we must be independent thinkers. The future of our society is based on the children of today. How are we raising them? Modern-day culture has outsourced children’s education to that

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8 Principals for Homemaking

Homemaking is a full-time job and one of the most rewarding jobs. Daniel Wise articulated the popular sentiment when he proclaimed, “Home is woman’s world, as well as her empire.” Twenty-four percent of women entered the workforce between 1940 and 1945. The gap in the labor force created by departing soldiers meant opportunities for women.

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How to declutter your closet: 7 steps

Spring is around the corner, and there’s never been a better time to start “spring cleaning.” A tidy and clutter-free home, or better labeled a curated home, creates an excellent foundation for everything else to run smoothly. Approaching clutter room by room, starting with the small spaces first, can have a great impact. Think of

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