Nonfiction

Ideas from Yahoo 3
Once again glancing through that page of Yahoo News I came across 10 School Punishments that would fly today for there would be lawsuits galore if these were done without permission from the parents. The first one listed was 'The Dunce Cap' I really do not remember this one used except on television on certain shows or pictures in history books. I do remember writing lines on the blackboard for some, and I do remember actually copying dictionary pages as a punishment that I had to do once, and I cannot remember what I did though. There was 'The Paddle' in the principal's office but he or she had to have permission from the parents to use it on whomever, ruler on the knuckles I heard of when but is a form of corporeal punishment and I do not remember any of my teachers using doing this at any grade level. There was students standing in the hallway, and I think I remember someone standing on one foot for some reason in the classroom and to go along with this I remember one teacher made a student sit under his desk this would be a form of public shaming and I did feel bad for this student even though he should not have been passing notes. The last few were extra homework and physical drills/exercises.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Ideas from Yahoo 2
After I turned on my computer and it booted up and before logging onto the Internet sites that I 'work' for the first thing I see is various articles on Yahoo and I browse for ideas. The first was on weird foods from the 7o's and this one will be on famous books that they say everyone should read sometime during their lives. I have to admit I have read most of them and three I plan to get one day. I am going to just list them here.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Ideas from Yahoo!!!
First article idea from Yahoo is weirdest food from the 90's you forgot existed. Even though I was not a kid of the 90's but a young adult of the 20's they listed the following foods. The first was Hubba Bubba bubble gum that came in a container like a detergent bottle I wonder if this could have been the start of some people trying to eat detergent pods? Other weird foods that I did not think as weird were the Nestle's Magic Ball that I can of remember and I do believe it disappeared for it posed a choking hazard for the little toy inside the candy, there was Crystal Pepsi that did taste the same as the original, Butterfinger BB's, Jello Pudding Pops, and Dunkeroo's that were like those snacks of cheese/peanut butter with crackers. I really liked Jello Pudding Pops, but I wonder if they would sell now for Bill Cosby was the spokesman for Jello products of the 80's. Bart Simpson was the cartoon figure for Butterfinger BB's and is line was you better stay away from my Butterfingers/BB's. Bart wasn't the best role model back when.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Jimmy Carter
Just read that President Jimmy Carter has died at 100 years of age. He was a man of integrity and caring and the smile that would not quit. He was an American serviceman to politician to farmer for his life has run the gambit of professions in one way. He was a humanitarian volunteer constructing homes for whomever may need. Jimmy Carter and his wife are now together again just smiling away and waving to all from their new home in the sky the greatest habitat for humanity that there could ever be for anyone and everyone who so lives.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
DEI: Surviving the Trump Onslaught
DEI: Surviving the Trump Onslaught In today's society, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more than just buzzwords; they are integral to leadership success and organizational wellness. With former President Donald Trump and his MAGA leadership making it abundantly clear that DEI initiatives will face relentless scrutiny on the first day of Turmp's new administration, it is imperative for diversity advocates to find resilience in the face of adversity. The essence of diversity underpins our very existence—encompassing identities, perspectives, and experiences that enrich every facet of our lives. As we navigate an environment fraught with challenges, we must emphasize that DEI is not just a moral imperative; it is a critical component for effective leadership and financial success. It is the human condition.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Critique
A fond critique of "Miss Potter".
I found myself drawn to the quaint and imaginative movie of Beatrix Potter on Netflix. From the beginning of the movie, I was quite taken by the zest for life of the main character. A smile formed on my lips which remained for almost the entire show. Only briefly was this rather pleasing expression replaced by sadness at the scene of her deep loss and mourning. Soon though, I was again smiling at the effervescent performance of Renee Zellweger.
By Antoni De'Leonabout a year ago in Critique
Charity overshadows the state’s falsehood
The idea and model of the state did not fall with Adam and Eve from heaven. The current model of the state which we call the ‘modern state’, has come through a historical process. People started living together for safety, more prey, and a better life. The unity evolved and historically turned into something big. Those little unities created society; society has made the state. The idea of the state also evolved. The state's primary and compulsory motto is its members' safety. Modern states are more complex, and this model of state holds power more than ever in history. The citizens of a state are committed to obeying the state, its law, and punishment, and pay a thousand types of tax. And in return, the states must provide basic needs like shelter, food, education, and healthcare. This is the deal between the state and citizens. Is this deal going well? This is not just a question; the future is dependent on this deal.
By Faizar Md. Saolinabout a year ago in Critique
Brexit: A Decision That Never Should Have Happened
Let's talk about Brexit. Because, honestly, it’s the political equivalent of trying to untangle Christmas lights while your house is on fire. It’s messy, it’s chaotic, and it didn’t have to be this way. The decision for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union – that grand, historic entity cobbled together from the ashes of conflict to ensure peace and prosperity – is one of the most consequential and, frankly, reckless decisions in modern British history. And, spoiler alert: it should never have happened.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Critique
New Roads: Smooth like Butter, Until You Hit the Bumps.
Do you remember that feeling when you first hear about a new road being built? You are on your bike, riding along the same bumpy path, avoiding puddles and close calls, and you say to yourself, "This is it. This is the moment I have been waiting for. A smooth, pothole-free ride!" Then the news arrives: new roads are coming, bike-friendly surfaces, everything you hoped for. You're all geared up. Now go on, put the helmet on, lower the shades down, and you're on. You've got this smooth frictionless bliss ride without dodging potholes every 30 seconds. So here's wishing you this one's going to be your turn.
By Ruturaj Nagvekarabout a year ago in Critique
Blue Christmas
What is a Blue Christmas? A Blue Christmas is when to me people are feeling low and feeling left out. You kind of get used to the feeling of being left out, but when they try to include you, you can tell that their heart is really not for it shows on them when they are not really looking and talking to you but looking around for something or someone. You graciously say, "Go ahead over there I don't mind."
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Louder Than Hunger
John Schu has written a youth book entitled "Louder Than Hunger' and it is the story about a boy named Jake who is dealing with various issues and learning how to deal with them and the people that are trying to help him to cope and survive what is happening.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Am I the only one who cares about print media?
High school is a microcosm of the society at large. That's a horrific thought, I know, but I do believe that what we learn during our educational journey those four years is more than a "coming-of-age" young adult novel. It is a prelude to the "real world" as young adults practice and ready themselves for "adulting" or "real world" life. So what? What the heck does that have to do with critiquing newspapers or worrying about the future of print media? I know, sometimes my introductions seem off topic, but it's all connected, really.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Critique