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Malia Obama's Science Test: President Tells Story About Daughter's Grades (VIDEO)
Commented Nov 05, 2009 at 07:43:55 in Living
“The major point here is that people need to see achievement for their own benefit and not just to please others. True success is reaching our own goals and living the life we want. Not everyone wants the same thing.
Unfortunately, when I was a teacher marks were expected to follow a bell curve with a certain percent in the bottom quarter, the majority in the middle and a few in the top quarter. It wasn't possible to let all kids get over 90% and marks were even shifted downward on mid term and final reports to make it fit this mythical ideal. The same kids always ended up at the top of the class and the bottom. It bothered me when parents would expect A's and 90's from a student who would never meet the goal.
I'm glad I switched careers.”
Unfortunately, when I was a teacher marks were expected to follow a bell curve with a certain percent in the bottom quarter, the majority in the middle and a few in the top quarter. It wasn't possible to let all kids get over 90% and marks were even shifted downward on mid term and final reports to make it fit this mythical ideal. The same kids always ended up at the top of the class and the bottom. It bothered me when parents would expect A's and 90's from a student who would never meet the goal.
I'm glad I switched careers.”
DrVeruju replied on Nov 05, 2009 at 09:25:17
“Yep. And kids should take examinations when -they- are ready -not- just when the system says they should be ready.”
Crucifix Banned From Italy's Schools By New EU Court Ruling
Commented Nov 05, 2009 at 07:27:00 in World
“To me a crucifix is a symbol of torture and humiliation and having it hanging in all it's gory depictions is not a symbol of love and acceptance but one of support for suffering. I have seen many images in museums, art galleries, churches, public squares etc. and wonder at the mentality of those who expect to give a message anything like the myths of Christ that they say it is supposed to portray to people in general.
As a recovered Roman Catholic it is shameful how the male dominance and acceptance of suffering is meant to be a positive force in shaping the world - but then I do come from basically a kind heart. Baptising for "original sin" is another negative part of the RC belief system but then that's another topic.”
As a recovered Roman Catholic it is shameful how the male dominance and acceptance of suffering is meant to be a positive force in shaping the world - but then I do come from basically a kind heart. Baptising for "original sin" is another negative part of the RC belief system but then that's another topic.”
Progressiveama replied on Nov 12, 2009 at 12:22:01
“.......and really, how is a kid supposed to hear about THE BLOOD OF CHRIST, and if you don't behave AND love him, you'll go to hell. Love Jesus or go to hell.........pretty scary proposition. I am a recovering Christian.”
CJWebber replied on Nov 07, 2009 at 11:53:59
“I couldn't agree more. Well said.”
Kate Gosselin Has Unpaid Bills, Angry Kids (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 05, 2009 at 17:37:49 in Entertainment
“Of course she is as he has no concept of being a responsible adult. She has acted more as a parent to him as he has acted like a child.”
MaryanneAZ replied on Oct 05, 2009 at 19:38:59
“Is your gender bias at full alert? As a woman, I CRINGED every time Kate emasculated that man in front of the whole world. She simply could not control that narcissist overbearing streak she obviously has. That's my perspective at any rate.”
Kate Gosselin Has Unpaid Bills, Angry Kids (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 05, 2009 at 17:35:58 in Entertainment
“This is important information to increase public awareness of how the legal system that counsels men on divorce cases to abuse the mother and children as a power play. Many women are deprived of cash to carry on as a way to exercise power over the woman. Wake up to the real abuser here!”
ecuff replied on Oct 05, 2009 at 17:55:14
“Women empty bank accounts too. This is not a gender specific issue.”
Children's Impressions Of Michael Jackson: Little Ones Go "Bad" For King Of Pop (VIDEO)
Commented Jul 01, 2009 at 11:49:35 in Comedy
“This shows how well children imitate. There is obviously a lot of parental support with these children. How far will these parents go to support the imitation of all of Michael's life? Wonder what the parents will say when it comes to the drug use and many other things.”
brooklyncitizen replied on Jul 02, 2009 at 01:25:31
“I'm sure the parents have already started them on drugs....”
chronic replied on Jul 02, 2009 at 00:23:05
“Oh get a life!”
GrainneKathleen replied on Jul 01, 2009 at 16:13:51
“give us all a break, please!”
usingpond replied on Jul 01, 2009 at 14:35:04
“obviously they will say "dont imitate that part"?”
Jon & Kate Divorce Papers: Living 'Separate And Apart'
Commented Jun 23, 2009 at 17:57:48 in Entertainment
“So perhaps even on a reality show all is not revealed.
I do hope this show helps people understand that marriage takes work and divorce is not an easy solution to problems.”
I do hope this show helps people understand that marriage takes work and divorce is not an easy solution to problems.”
Irish Reform Schools: Thousands Beaten, Raped
Commented May 20, 2009 at 14:15:52 in World
“As a recovered Catholic and long time therapist of sexual abuse survivors I know more harm was done by this "church" than good. There has never been any real support for women and they ask for your last dime when they have food on their table and heat in their home. How do you disband such an organization, sell off the property and give the proceeds to their victims? Abuse has long lasting repercussions and names of abusers should be named.”
daffey replied on May 20, 2009 at 15:58:11
“As a new Catholic, I also realize the debt we owe to the Church. Oh, it has had its problems, and with a 2000 year history and over 2.5 billion who have been Catholic, it has its loads of crap and filth, and this is the latest chapter. If only 1% of all Catholics were rotten to the core (and that would make the Catholic Church a paragon in human history), that’s still about 25 million people who have been rotten to the core. And it's probably more than that!
It's how we see things. As a former secularist and self-proclaimed agnostic, I looked around and saw much of the same thing, but without the burden of commitment or group identity (the secularist could always fall back on 'they don't answer for me!'). But no less the problems. That doesn't mean the Church doesn't need to be taken out and smacked around for this - but this is simply part of the overall investigation of the downward spiral of the church during those decades of the century when it, as well as so many other institutions (education leaps to mind), were suffering from such scandal. Believe or disbelieve as you will, but don't base it on 'because it is so bad'. When you look at anything long enough, the bad isn't hard to find.”
It's how we see things. As a former secularist and self-proclaimed agnostic, I looked around and saw much of the same thing, but without the burden of commitment or group identity (the secularist could always fall back on 'they don't answer for me!'). But no less the problems. That doesn't mean the Church doesn't need to be taken out and smacked around for this - but this is simply part of the overall investigation of the downward spiral of the church during those decades of the century when it, as well as so many other institutions (education leaps to mind), were suffering from such scandal. Believe or disbelieve as you will, but don't base it on 'because it is so bad'. When you look at anything long enough, the bad isn't hard to find.”
Clare53 replied on May 20, 2009 at 14:22:21
“Thank you.”
Elizabeth Edwards: Oprah Asks, "Are You Still In Love With Him?"
Commented May 06, 2009 at 09:13:30 in Politics
“That's not love that's lust after or a very shallow idea of love.”
Doug Fox, North Carolina Official, Resigns Over Racist Email
Commented May 06, 2009 at 09:07:32 in Politics
“I am amazed how apparently smart capable people create jokes and make negative comments about people who they either fear or feel jealous toward. Then to think they won't be held accountable in this era surprises me too.”
Elizabeth Edwards: Oprah Asks, "Are You Still In Love With Him?"
Commented May 05, 2009 at 15:08:17 in Politics
“Until people understand there are many sides to sexual encounters with married people and heartache lasts long after the lust has cooled people need to tell their stories and people who can't believe it will ever happen to them need to read them. knowing the reality gives knowledge to be able to support friends and family who get conned.
If you have never been conned by a really good liar you can sit in judgment of those who have.
When the stories of greed and corruption are told and the liars are held accountable then we might have a chance to create a society based on truth and justice. Better to hear the "real" stories than spend entertainment time watching people get shot up and blown up and come back in the next movie or TV show as if there are not consequences to the behaviour. Why watch and read fiction when the truth is so compelling?”
If you have never been conned by a really good liar you can sit in judgment of those who have.
When the stories of greed and corruption are told and the liars are held accountable then we might have a chance to create a society based on truth and justice. Better to hear the "real" stories than spend entertainment time watching people get shot up and blown up and come back in the next movie or TV show as if there are not consequences to the behaviour. Why watch and read fiction when the truth is so compelling?”
Elizabeth Edwards: Oprah Asks, "Are You Still In Love With Him?"
Commented May 05, 2009 at 09:06:02 in Politics
“My heart goes out to Elizabeth Edwards as I have worked with people who have been down the same road and I too went through the discovery of my husband's infidelity. I know that the way love is experienced prior to knowing the person you most trusted in the world has lied and cheated is very different than after the betrayal. Asking if she still loves John and her answer that it is complicated totally fit with my experiences. The desire for an intact family and to heal the woulds and move on together is very strong. I recount my story and the ways cheaters play with words and twist meanings in my second book Questing France. Unfortunately, many cheaters repeat the process as the excitement of the affair is to tantalizing to resist and going back to life as usual is hard. I support Elizabeth in taking it one day at a time and to see how her life unfolds rather than making rash promises right now. Telling her truth is also very healing as too often people believe the slick liar and blame the wife for the husband's behavior. If she could have controlled him she would have kept him faithful. he chose to lie and cheat.”
harloquinn replied on May 05, 2009 at 16:51:49
“Marilyn,
Thanks for sharing your insight.”
Thanks for sharing your insight.”
IowaGirl replied on May 05, 2009 at 10:00:23
“This is probably a case where absolutely no one believes the "slick liar." I have never heard of anyone blaming Elizabeth for anything, other than enabling him to run for president when he clearly was compromised by his repeated lying to the media about this affair.
I think it's easy for most of us to understand why someone facing her health problems, especially, would not want to break up her 31-year marriage. They still have small children, a young adult daughter who needs support (who they're putting through a very public ordeal....for what?), and a life they have made together, for better or worse. A lot to give up and little to be gained (unless she gets to the point where she can't stand the sight of him!).”
I think it's easy for most of us to understand why someone facing her health problems, especially, would not want to break up her 31-year marriage. They still have small children, a young adult daughter who needs support (who they're putting through a very public ordeal....for what?), and a life they have made together, for better or worse. A lot to give up and little to be gained (unless she gets to the point where she can't stand the sight of him!).”
White House Swine Flu: Aide Has Suspected Case
Commented Apr 30, 2009 at 16:25:00 in Politics
“Because the tourists spreading the virus are flying home from vacation and have every right to come home.”
CheshireCat2 replied on Apr 30, 2009 at 16:31:22
“You should learn how to read, MEXICALI.”
Manhattan Low-Flying Plane Scare: HuffPost Reader Catches Close-Up Video Of Plane
Commented Apr 27, 2009 at 16:30:00 in Politics
“A very frightening sight to many and one that needs an honest explanation. The video footage of the 911 crashes are imprinted on people's minds and this sight would trigger fear as a natural reaction.”
Capitol Evacuated, White House Locked Down Over Airspace Violation
Commented Apr 24, 2009 at 14:48:04 in Politics
“Wonder if the pilot who went off course has to pay for the interception costs. Like charging people for the emergency vehicles dispatched on repeated 911 calls.”
Agentlady007 replied on Apr 24, 2009 at 15:16:08
“Marilyn, this isn't funny.”
Earl replied on Apr 24, 2009 at 14:54:48
“He loses his license for 90 days.”
hidflect replied on Apr 24, 2009 at 14:52:30
“Mebbe covered by flight insurance? Since his GPS failed...”
SUSAN BOYLE MAKEOVER: She Dyes Hair, Wears Designer Clothes
Commented Apr 24, 2009 at 14:39:27 in Entertainment
“I love your approach and the way you think about Susan's new look. Much better than makeover.”
Has Michelle Obama Put An End To 'Wife Wear'?
Commented Apr 07, 2009 at 16:32:59 in Style
“I love the term "wife wear" as it says so much in a few words.”
Tammy Bruce Calls The Obamas "Trash In The White House"
Commented Mar 24, 2009 at 14:29:38 in Politics
“Well said. Funny how some people point the finger at someone else and describe themselves. A common mistake of people too impressed with their own words and world view.”
Fox News Apologizes For Misleading Viewers With Old Clip Of Joe Biden (Video)
Commented Mar 17, 2009 at 16:55:23 in Media
“I am so amazed that Fox thought for even an instant that they wouldn't get caught with this. I saw it quoted several other places and I wonder if they will also say the lie was a purposeful attempt to smear and discredit the present government.”
Princess Anne Visits Gibraltar In Snazzy Get-Up (PHOTOS)
Commented Mar 04, 2009 at 18:12:45 in Style
“I love hats and this one is very flattering to a wonderful outfit. Hope we see more of her.”
Narciso Rodriguez, Jason Wu Behind This Week's Michelle Obama Outfits
Commented Feb 26, 2009 at 12:59:14 in Style
“Consistently beautiful!”
Sonny Kalsi, Morgan Stanley Top Official, Suspended
Commented Feb 13, 2009 at 13:56:21 in Business
“Be careful who you trust and the ones who appear the "most" sincere are often the scammers. What a mess.”
Elizabeth Edwards Book Resilience Addresses John's Affair
Commented Feb 03, 2009 at 14:06:23 in Politics
“Interesting how many people say Edwards lies are acceptable and his false persona are just the way men are. Also interesting how someone who walks into public life can expect their obvious public behavior to be kept private.”
JASON WU: Michelle Obama's Inaugural Gown Designer (PHOTOS, POLL, VIDEO)
Commented Jan 21, 2009 at 16:06:00 in Style
“Michelle looked fabulous last night and like a new bride as First Lady she didn't let the color of her dress or the fact she can be very sexy distract from her beauty and elegance. There was a lot of symbolism in her choice that it seems many people missed. It couldn't be a wedding dress and yet is is the very proper color for the first appearance ball gown. I am sure she had it made of a heavy material to keep her warm getting in and out of the cold and a warm coat was just behind view. Stunning without being distracting to Mr. President.”
Madoff Scandal Hits Labor Union Pension Funds
Commented Jan 08, 2009 at 17:45:16 in Business
“Trust is tested to the limit with this scandal. And to think Madoff's employees are still going to work as another report stated and are bored with no real work to do. Real visible action needs to be taken by authorities so those who lost all they worked to achieve and all their hope for their future don't take matters places that will cause even more grief.”
Obama Arrives In Hawaii
Commented Oct 24, 2008 at 15:53:51 in Politics
“I believe that because she loves him she will pass when the time is exactly right for them both. She will not be gone, but changed to spirit form and she will be there to see him as the president.”
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