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❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓ We always ask the wrong question 'Does life have meaning?' Instead of asking this type of question, the correct question to ask is 'What should We do with this life?'
The Taliban's Plan To Rule the World
While the turmoil seems to never end in the Middle East, the idea of the return of Al-Qaeda is getting more and more popular, since such a group has a historical ties with the Taliban that reached power in Afghanist in 2021. The dire situation that spells out the fate of the Afghan citizens in Taliban's regime rule hangs in the air with it bringing to mind the global setting of the day regardless of the distance.
Amine OubihPublished 14 days ago in CritiqueThird Grade
So, what about third grade? This is the year that we really started with the new math so to speak. We are now entering multiplication from the threes through the twelves, fractions that include mixed and improper. There is a new subject in social studies known as history which is mainly the colonies and a little of the American revolution, but really only a taste. It was also the first year that we as students had our first achievement tests to see how we were progressing. My first third grade teacher was named Mrs. Bellstrom who for reason it seemed did not seem to care to much about me, but she became a mother and was replaced by Mrs. Donley who did like me and she liked the students to help her with little classroom chores to improve responsibility for we were no longer little ones, but growing up.
Mark GrahamPublished 16 days ago in CritiqueSunny Days
Sunny days keeping the clouds away.... Who remembers the children's program that started each show in this manner. It is a show that is still on that teaches young children their letters, numbers and even foreign language mainly Spanish. Now the program also shares many social issues as well to help learn about cultural diversity. There are many characters that range from a big bird to two friends, a grouch and a 'snuffaluggagus' as well a vampire.
Mark GrahamPublished 16 days ago in CritiqueGuardian Angel
Who believes in guardian angels? I am a believer for there have been many times that I have felt someone following me and there was no one there when I looked. There were a few times when I thought I seen someone who looked familiar but I knew it could not have been them for they were, for lack of a better word, DEAD. Guardian angels to me are angels that one may or may not see who seem to help make decisions or protect us from harm. One experience I had when swimming when I was younger and pushed off the dock into the creek for, I was little and did not know how to swim yet I felt like someone was pulling me up and over to the ladder.
Mark GrahamPublished 17 days ago in CritiqueThe Electric Company
Here is an acrostic for 'The Electric Company'. An educational program I wrote another critique. Teaching, helping, educators to
Mark GrahamPublished 17 days ago in CritiqueHey You Guys!!!!
Who remembers learning about phonics on a children's show known as 'The Electric Company"? Back in the seventies on PBS there was an educational show by this name that had famous actors like Rita Moreno and Morgan Freeman and a few others too. This was a show that taught us the rules of phonics and sounding out letters and words. There were fun skits live and animated throughout the show showing and telling each skill. There were lessons on blends as well as on hard and soft sounds. This show made learning to read fun. This was one show that I watched, I believe made me a reader for life for just see for now I am a book reviewer.
Mark GrahamPublished 17 days ago in CritiqueRomper Room
Romper stomper, boo an opportunity to learn movement exercises that allow play and the excitement for learning about relationships
Mark GrahamPublished 17 days ago in CritiqueRomper Room
Who remembers the play group on television say back in the late sixties? There was a show called 'Romper Room' and the 'teacher' that I had at that time was Miss Sally. There was a big bee that liked to help the kids in the 'classroom' as well. There was a round table where the teacher and children would sit and make a craft after Miss Sally would show them how. She would also read a picture book to them and us at home. There were even movement games like walking on if I remember right were called Romper Stompers where the child would place their feet on plastic upside cups attached to ropes and pull up so they will walk or march wherever. Miss Sally had a magic mirror of sorts where she would 'see' all the children at home and sing a song. There is a little song she sang and the only words I remember is something like 'romper stomper boo'.
Mark GrahamPublished 17 days ago in CritiqueEnhance Outdoor Spaces with Limestone Stone Veneer & Hardscapes
In the realm of outdoor aesthetics and landscaping, limestone stone veneer and hardscapes play a pivotal role in elevating ordinary spaces into captivating visual landscapes. Limestone's remarkable versatility and timeless appeal have positioned it as a favored choice among homeowners, architects, and designers alike. Its natural elegance and inherent beauty enable it to blend seamlessly with diverse architectural styles and outdoor settings, enhancing the overall aesthetic impact.
Liberty Limestone Co.Published 17 days ago in CritiqueFeedback Needed!!!!!
I need some help with my blurb! What do you guys think? I know it's kinda long, but I'm trying to give a broad overview of what my book is about. However, I'm willing to gut what seems unnecessary. The book is a blend of sci-fi and fantasy (more sci-fi). Those who love Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckam will definitely enjoy this. (Okay, I'm a little biased.)
Eight is Enough
Here is another old television show that I watched in the late seventies and early eighties. It is entitled 'Eight is Enough' that is all about a family of eight children and the ups and downs of living at the time in history of inflation, the Gas Crisis, and various other personal and professional issues that affected us all at this time. The program starred Dick van Patten and Diana Hyland then Betty Buckley and a cast of characters of the children from Grant Goodeve, Willie Ammes, Adam Rich and others. To me this was an updated version of 'The Waltons' where the children all had a particular talent from writing, medicine, business, the arts, etc. I guess that was to be expected for 'Eight is Enough' was produced by the same company as 'The Waltons' for even Will Geer who played Grandpa on 'The Walton's played a character on 'Eight is Enough'. Watching these old or somewhat old and maybe outdated shows are still fun to watch and remember what you were doing at that time in history. By the way I have the Roku channel that allows me to watch some of my old favorite television shows from a bygone era.
Mark GrahamPublished 18 days ago in Critique