The Woodcock-Johnson III Tests of Achievement (WJ III ACH) contains a set of norm-referenced tests that are administered individually. The WJ III ACH is used to measure academic achievement. It is composed of 22 tests that make up five clusters: reading, oral language, math, written language, and academic knowledge. Since the tests are very comprehensive […]

The last discourse I published on AC entitled “Tiger Woods Stands Down as an American Hero” prompted further discussion among readers on the subject of heroes. All agreed that Tiger Woods did not qualify as a hero, neither before nor after his personal debacle was made public. I proposed some personalities I thought were heroic, […]

Is your productivity level not as high as it should be? Is your typing too slow and inaccurate? If you are not a fast, accurate typist, you are losing out in terms of shortening your earnings potential and not being very productive while doing work that requires a lot of typing. You will learn how […]

The proper term for Tu Bishvat is Tu B’Shevat. Tu B’Shevat is a Jewish holiday celebrated at the end of January or beginning of Febuary. It is one of the four new year events celebrated in the Jewish culture. This one marks the new year for trees. During this holiday, the Jews are asked to […]

Virtual synths (VST) have come along way in the last 10 years. Virtual synths started out with kinda odd interfaces , weak sounds and if you controlled them with a midi keyboard most of the time played nothing like a real keyboard you bought from your local music shop. Along with that most early virtual […]

It was a job. The job was real and so were their lives. Lives of many looked so few in comparison to the others I saw. Mouths of billions that need to be wined and dined. I was a bartender in training. He was a man full of gifts and surprises. There was a private […]

Canada Locations: Canada is located in 60 N 90 W, surrounded by 3 oceans. The Pacific Ocean in the west of Canada, the Arctic Ocean in the North of Canada, and lastly the Atlantic in the east of it. Canada is bordered by United State’s Alaska to the west , and the rest of the […]

Automotive detailing is an interesting do it yourself project which can you help maintain a reasonable resale value on your automotive investment. Way back in the good old days you had to pay a professional plenty of dough in order to get a decent detailing job done on your car, but now with professional grade […]

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie filed papers for a legal separation earlier this month in Los Angeles, California. The couple never married, but lived together while raising their six children. The separation itself seems to be at least somewhat amicable; both Pitt and Jolie will keep their respective fortunes and have agreed that the six […]

Foreclosure real estate can be a profitable investment choice. Foreclosed properties can include residential homes, commercial real estate and raw land. The most popular property types amongst investors are single-family and multi-dwelling houses. Most foreclosure real estate will require repairs or renovations. Although foreclosed homes are typically priced below current market value, investing in substantial […]

If you are in the business of creating new products for profit that only you with your specialized knowledge can create and you need the help of somebody else to take your business higher. Then you definitely need a Non-disclosure agreement to protect your intellectual rights. We’ve all heard the Hollywood stories about hard-working people […]

I just found out on Monday that comedian, George Lopez has a talk show on TBS earlier this week when my foot hit the clicker and changed the channel on me, a mysterious event that happens from time to time around here. After watching his special on New Year’s Eve, and not liking it that […]

The hardest gifts to buy are usually the small gifts known as stocking stuffers. These gifts are difficult for some people to buy because they put to much thought into what they should get. Small stocking stuffer type gifts should only cost $10 or less. There are very nice items in the the stores and […]

On our quest to find true love we are going to have to kiss a couple of frogs, dodge a few wolves and run from a slew of hyenas. Dating can feel like a nine to five job with way too much overtime. When it feels like you have had one too many substandard dates, […]

Ice Dancing has only been an Olympic sport since 1976 and is still fighting for legitimate recognition. The difference between pairs Ice Dancing and pairs Figure Skating is the emphasis on the skater’s gracefulness on the ice, and how they move with the music, much as ballroom dancing is judged. They must be in contact […]

Many people have tried to make a connection between the Lost Tribes of Israel and certain Native American populations because of some strikingly similar characteristics. The Early Woodland People [1000 BC- 700 CE] seem to fit into the perfect time slot if this theory is to be seriously considered: The Lost tribes occurred in about […]

About three years after I retired, my spouse and a neighbor couple came up with a brilliant idea. “We’re going on a cruise,” I was told. “No, we’re not,” I replied. Three weeks later, we were climbing the gangway to board Royal Caribbean’s Vision Of The Seas. The seven-night trip, which sailed from the port […]

During the Chinese holidays it is traditional for parents and elders to give gifts of money to children and unmarried adults. The money, which varies from a small to substantial amounts, is given in a red envelope. Red is a lucky color to the Chinese and represents positive energy. Red is also the traditional color […]

What is going to happen in Iran on February 11thm the 31st anniversary of the revolution that overthrew the Shah and brought about the current, Islamist regime? The Ayatollah Khamenei has promised a “devastating punch” against the West. Michael Ledeen, writing for Pajamas Media, suggests that if the Iranian regime proposes to go farther than […]

Today’s automatic transmissions are more efficient and reliable than ever before. In the 60’s and 70’s when I was growing up, the auto trans worked but it was sloppy and prone to failure far more often than it is these days. Even given the reliability of today’s transmissions there are ways to make them perform […]

Both the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac are hitting the road this summer for moderately sized concert tours. Fleetwood Mac will soon announce a spring and summer tour and the Eagles will begin what is as of now a fourteen date mini-tour on April 16th at the Hollywood Bowl. Earlier, it was widely rumored that they […]

Going on a cruise is described as more than a vacation – its described as an experience. Most cruise ships are very innovative. For instance, review the information on the Oasis of the Seas and see how they have raised the bar when it comes to cruising for singles, families, reunions and for corporate events. […]

“Almost any garden…can be confused with paradise.” So said Henry Mitchell, and if you could use a bit of Shangri-la yourself about now, here are some botanical gardens in Nassau County, Long Island where you may just find it: BAILEY ARBORETUM: Lattingtown, Long Island, NY Tailor-made for children! Bring yours to this educational, 42-acre botanical […]

For years many people have thought of vegetarians as being a young and rebellious group. “Don’t eat whatever our parents once fed us! And refuse it just for the sake of opposition!” This is not at all true. With time also comes knowledge. Each new generation brings with it new discoveries and truths. Everyone has […]

The vote tabulation has been completed for the Arizona Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame inductees for 2010! The Advisory board members voted for the top ten individuals and one venue for this honor, and once the nominee acceptance phase is completed, an induction ceremony will be held. What is the Arizona Music & Entertainment […]

If the snow is snowing and the wind is blowing… then start the day with a bowl of hot oatmeal!! Oatmeal happens to be my favorite breakfast cereal, but making one serving or even two at a time seems like such a nuisance to me. In the past I have used those individual packets of […]

Ah. Scotland. That tiny, feisty country – head in the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean, looking out to Iceland and the North Pole; toes touching the dreaded neighbour England. Scotland is bursting with history and character and the west of Scotland is full of natural beauty – the Highlands, the islands… Glasgow is the city […]

“Big Ben”, a quarterback with the Pittsburg Steelers is more known for his off-the-field manuvers The first alleged “Big Ben” attack was of an employee at a casino Ben Roethlisberger frequented; the second, an underage girl in a bar in Milledgeville, Georgia. But both victims share the same fate: no justice. But one is still […]

Jambalaya Dish 1 box of Uncle Ben’s Long Grain White Rice, which is about 9 cups of rice 1 Lb of sausage, either Italian sausage, Kielbasa, or other sausage from any meat. 4-5 green peppers, or mix of red, green, or yellow bell peppers 3-4 stalks of celery 4-5 medium yellow onions, or 2 large […]

After talking about truthfulness and trust, it seemed a logical progression to talk about forgiveness. Forgiveness is something else that is sometimes hard to achieve, especially the more wronged you have been. Small incidents and grievances are more easily forgiven than big ones, but we are supposed to forgive anyway so that we may be […]

The Day of Silence 2010 is a contradiction in terms. On this Day of Silence, just like the ones held in the last 15 years, there is nothing silent about today. In fact, it is supposed to send a loud message to schools all over the nation. Gay, lesbian and bisexual students are letting their […]

I don’t know about you, but I was glued to the DVR for this week’s entry in “The Real Housewives of Orange County” saga. Jimbo gets called out, Lynne might be starting to come out of her fog and it’s Beauty Day in Orange County. Tamra and Alexis spend some time pretending to play tennis, […]

One of the most beautiful places in the United States can be found in the southwestern corner of Virginia. A small town ,with a population of 5,906 people, called Big Stone Gap is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and located near Natural Tunnel State Park. Big Stone Gap has beautiful landscape, […]

As times grow tough, many people are turning to life coaches to help them achieve personal goals. A life coach is a person who helps a client focus on goals for the future and then achieve them. This can be done in one or a combination of many methods such as mentoring, goal setting, and […]

A ventless gas fireplace can provide the heat and ambience of a conventional fireplace without cutting and toting wood or cleaning up ashes. Though dealing with ashes isn’t an issue with a gas fireplace, it still needs periodic cleaning. One task to complete on at least an annual basis, like in the spring when the […]

Who wouldn’t want the body of a boxer? Incredible physiques, six-pack abs, ripped arms, sculpted shoulders, well-developed legs. Getting that type of body is possible, if you are willing to work at it and put in the commitment. Here are some tips to getting that boxer’s type body. The Warm Up Experts will all tell […]

Stalking is a very serious matter. It can be very subtle or it can be very obvious, or somewhere in the middle. Very often it’s not taken seriously enough. Those who’ve either never experienced it or have never been around it don’t take the complaints seriously unless the incidents are obvious enough. But often the […]

Clutch problems can just be simply annoying to outright life-threatening. Automatic transmission vehicles usually do not have problems with this due to the computer chip unless the automatic shifting can be overridden. But for manual transmission vehicles, this could be really painstaking and most importantly, dangerous. Let me share some problems you may encounter with […]

AOL is apparently in discussions with Mashable, possibly to complement Seed.com? Gordon MacMillan, from Brand republic, reports that, “Credence was given to rumours that claim some kind of deal was in the offing. Tech blogger Robert Scobble tweeted that his sources had confirmed “that Mashable is being sold to AOL.” However, later reports from various […]

On thing I learned after three days of SacAnime was that Vic Mignogna was and will continue to be one hell of a Star TrekTOS (The Original Series) fan. Kicking off the 2010 anime convention season during the weekend of January 8th, the Sacramento anime convention featured the usual array of vendors selling anime, cosplayers […]

When I first talked to the journalist adviser at my undergraduate college, he asked why I was in liberal arts. My hard science and math ACT scores were far better than my English scores and I was enrolled in a calculus class while majoring in English. “Because I want to write” was my pat answer […]

I remember listening to Madonna back when I was first married back in the ’80’s. The fact that she is still around today is amazing and proves what a musical icon she is. From the very beginning she has been a controversial figure in the world of music. Considered both a great talent, a savvy […]

Fashion trends tend to push the limits of what is sexy, what is feminine, and what is appropriate in our society. It certainly is good to question and examine our values on any subject, including fashion, and find a happy medium that is fun and trendy without exposing too much skin or being inappropriate for […]

Metal corrosion, or white mold, as it’s commonly called, on stained glass chandeliers is very unattractive. The lead and solder lines of the stained glass chandelier become spotted, which is very unattractive. Usually, the metal corrosion is a result of flux buildup that wasn’t properly removed. Removing the metal corrosion from a stained glass chandelier […]

Last night, while attempting to use a scrapbooking tool I knew nothing about, I jammed the razor part of the cutter into my finger. I suspected fishing would be a bad idea but had delayed going for two weeks. Yesterday my daughter and I located a lot of worms before the accident and I was […]

Working in groups can be a stressful activity. Colleagues don’t always work well together, personalities may be abrasive to each other or you may just be dealing with teen-agers in which case conflict is inevitable.When stress is high in a group it effects everyone, the very environment of a workplace, no matter the setting it […]

So what do you do when the tabloids are sweating buckets to be the first to get the split stories out about your relationship before the next sun rise? Why, you make a very public appearance, that’s what. Which is exactly what Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie did last night at the Director’s Guild of […]

In its most general definition, Intelligence is simply the ability to learn from experiences, solve problems, and use our knowledge to adapt to new situations. These kinds of intelligences can vary widely from person to person and even from day to day within the same person. In most aptitude tests, researchers study what is known […]

My daughter and her husband both love home decor with an Asian flair. I am always looking for products for them, and when I found an Asian style floor lamp at my local Target store, I just had to inspect it and then tell my daughter about it. I fell in love with this floor […]

Hair loss is a very embarrassing problem for many men. Although hair loss commonly begins to occur when a man reaches his late twenties or early thirties, there are some men who begin losing hair in their teenage years. Here are some of the things that you should know about how to prevent and treat […]

The NFL Draft is sometimes filled with high drama and the show has been taken to a new level this year as the draft starts in primetime on Thursday night, live on ESPN. Many teams hope to build their future around big names and big players. While some guys come in and show they’ve got […]

First let me say that the entire idea of trying terrorists in civilian courts is just crazy. Can you imagine lining up German or Japanese soldiers during World War II? It’s ludicrous but we appear to be stuck with it. The terrorists may be at war with us but President Obama doesn’t seem to understand […]

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville, North Carolina is a top travel destination in the southern United States. It is a city with a myriad of activities and places to see for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The magazine, “Modern Maturity” named it one of The 50 Most Alive Places To Be and […]

Herbs aren’t just for people. Cats love herbs too. Ever watch a cat playing with a catnip mouse or rolling around purring under a catnip bush? Do you know that cats love to eat grass, seeking out the green stuff naturally when their body is craving vitamins or they are sick? And for pet owners […]

There is evidence that we can change our responses to stress by drumming, according to a 2005 study published in the Medical Science Monitor. This reduction in stress seems to happen at a genetic level. In the study, people from three groups were compared. Those who chose to engage in musical practice in their spare […]

Rent-a-cop, rent-a-fuzz, little men with big sticks… there are alot of not so nice names for security guards. A conversation with one former security guard in particular made me realize that they are alot more skilled and important than I once thought. A typical day for this retired museum security guard began with a staff […]

Questions to productivity #1: Team Interaction In any workplace, productivity is the key to successful performance. Many times when productivity slows down, the blame is usually placed on the manager or department head. Whatever the title, the leader is faced with the task of restoring and increasing productivity. This is usually approached in one of […]

Nonverbal autistic people, as well as others with speech-related disabilities, have been using assistive communications technology for some time. The Internet, for instance, lets nonverbal autistics like Amanda Baggs reach a huge audience without needing to talk, while text-to-speech voice synthesizers let them communicate in person with people who prefer talking to text. (If you’re […]

The Florida Everglades are known as one of the last remaining unexplored wildernesses. The area has a massive ecosystem that contains over 600 different species of birds and animals. And, there are literally thousands of varieties of plants. But, the everglades are also home to several species that are on the endangered list. The Florida […]

Middle class employees have proven that flexible schedules make planning for family easier, but low income workers have had less opportunity. Instead, workers at the bottom of the economic ladder often experience schedules either more demanding or more fluctuating than the standard 40 hour work week. Time demands and changes remain under the employer’s control. […]