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Posted 25 April 2011 - 06:24 AM
I noticed a lot of us use the 'Live' avatars that are provided on this site and I always wonder who all the add ons are, pets as well as people. So I thought I would introduce mine and see if anyone wanted to share theirs or why they have certain things with them?
The handsome young man beside me is my husband (of course) hehe, the white cat in the back is Dizzy Galespie, Dizzy for short. The black cat in the front is Gertus Trudus Pestus, the Roman cat, Gertie for short. The tortie is Stinky Dinky, Dinky for short. And last but not least the fat ginger cat is Newbie Dude, Dude for short hehe. An he is VERY fat for real as well
I am without shoes as I go around the house all day with just socks on, no slippers! I know my husband and his family think I am crazy to not wear any slippers. hehe And I usually have the can of Coke as I drink gallons, but have had to refrain to one can a day due to my new diet!
So that is me and my family so to speak, would love to hear about everyone else's.
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 09:59 AM
The laughing girl in my avatar is Mhairi, my 'middle child.' She's 10 now and a real clown. The one in my profile photo is Christie, the baby of the family at 6 years old. Pip, our classic Border Collie, is 14 and absolutely camera shy, so you are unlikely to see a photo of her unless I can get lucky and sneak up on her. Yesterday I nearly got a photo of my three and our granddog, Nara, who is just about to turn 2. Only Pip is not a rescue. I bartered for her, helping my friends with a sheep farm with sheering and teaching Shetland Lace knitting classes for their fibre arts business.
Whatever would we do without our animal families? They are as good as our Forum friends at listening and even lick the occasional tears off our faces. They're not too strong on giving good advice, though!
Posted 25 April 2011 - 02:22 PM
My "summer" avatar has a picture of Domino, my black and white English Cocker Spaniel; my "winter" one was Domino in his fleecy jumper and snowballs in his ears! We also have a black Labrador called Spike and there's a photo of him with Domino and our "house guest" Rooney the Cairn terrier on my profile photo. Rooney stays with us when his owners go on holiday and he's the most inoffensive little chap you could wish to meet, which is just as well as Domino likes to behave like a spoiled brat around him, whilst long suffering Spike is very tolerant and will do anything for a quiet life!
Jeannie's so right; they are very good for giving lots of comfort when needed and I would hate to be without our dogs. They so enrich our lives; both my husband and myself love them very much. (Mind you, I could cheerfully massacre the pair of them on the occasions they've eaten something unspeakable on a walk and brought it up in the back of the car on the way home.!! )
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 03:25 PM
I'm sorry I cannot respond to your post. I had made a few failed attempts to set up my avatar and I still do not understand it.
If anyone would like to walk me through on how to set one up, I would kindly appreciate it. I'm computer challenged!
Posted 25 April 2011 - 05:24 PM
Hi Annie (and anyone else who wants to set up a Living Avatar),
Shelley has posted the complete instructions in the Welcome Forum.
They are loads of fun, just remember that you are not supposed to import images, etc. from outside sclero.org. Nobody wants us all to catch a virus!
Warm hugs,
Posted 26 April 2011 - 04:25 PM
I attempted to set up my avatar on Shelley's instructions a couple time, but I'm still doing something wrong.
Posted 26 April 2011 - 05:08 PM
Posted 27 April 2011 - 05:00 PM
I apologize for not replying to your post up until now. I volunteered this morning and had a luncheon date with a girlfriend who also has scleroderma. I met her through the local support group meeting here a couple years ago. I'm on central standard time and will be around after 2 p.m. c.s.t. tomorrow. Take care and
Posted 27 April 2011 - 05:06 PM
No problems! I'll look for you Thursday afternoon. Good for you volunteering! Hope lunch was lots of fun.
Posted 28 April 2011 - 02:06 PM
I hung out for about 50 minutes today. You must have been busy and such. Hopefully we'll connect another time. Take care
Posted 28 April 2011 - 04:12 PM
Posted 29 April 2011 - 01:23 PM
You've got your avatar!!!
Between you and Jeannie it looks great!!
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ISN News Manager
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Posted 29 April 2011 - 06:56 PM
I cannot take credit for my avatar set up, Jeannie set it up for me. I cheated and gave her my password. She did give me instructions if I'd like to make changes. Have a wonderful weekend, take care & gentle hugs.
Posted 29 April 2011 - 07:02 PM
Again, thank you very much! I love my avatar! I did print out the instructions you had e-mailed. I'm hoping with my brainfog I'll be able to follow it, adding more onto it. Have a great weekend & gentle hugs.
Posted 29 April 2011 - 08:39 PM
Warm hugs,
Posted 30 April 2011 - 04:21 AM
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Posted 30 April 2011 - 09:23 AM
This is a view of my beach in NJ, looking north towards the jetty. I am sorry Snooki is not in it!
Posted 01 May 2011 - 05:25 PM
Thank you. If it weren't for Jeannie going above & beyond to help me, I wouldn't not have had an avatar. Take care & gentle hugs
Posted 24 July 2011 - 05:25 PM
What a handsome kitty!
Thank you for sharing.
Posted 25 July 2011 - 08:16 AM
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Parents' Guide to Pokémon
Parents' Guide to Pokémon
For more than 10 years, kids all over the world have been discovering the enchanting world of Pokémon. Today, the Pokémon family of products includes video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the Pokémon animated TV series, movies, toys, and much more. Many parents feel that the Pokémon TCG and Pokémon video games encourage their children to learn to read, since reading is required in most Pokémon games. The games also encourage strategic thinking, and in many cases, basic math skills. Pokémon puts a strong emphasis on good sportsmanship and respect for other players.
What Are Pokémon?
Pokémon are creatures of all shapes and sizes who live in the wild alongside humans. For the most part, Pokémon do not speak except to utter their names. Pokémon are raised and commended by their owners (called "Trainers"). During their adventures, Pokémon grow and become more experienced and even, on occasion, evolve into stronger Pokémon. Some Pokémon, such as Pikachu, Piplup and Charizard, play prominent roles in the video game series, Trading Card Game, and television shows, but these are just a few of the over 600 creatures that inhabit the Pokémon universe.
Pokémon Video Games
The first Pokémon video games were released for the Nintendo Game Boy in 1998, and the series has driven the popularity of Pokémon ever since. Pokémon games have thus far appeared exclusively on Nintendo systems, including the Nintendo DS™, Nintendo GameCube™ and Wii™ console.
In most games, the player takes on the role of a young Trainer, whose journey involves traveling from town to town catching and training Pokémon, and battling against other Trainers' teams of Pokémon on a quest to become the Pokémon League Champion. An additional goal is to catch and catalog all of the many Pokémon within the game's world. All Pokémon have one or two innate element types that reflect the Pokémon's strengths or weaknesses. For example, Water-type Pokémon have a natural advantage over Fire-type Pokémon, who in turn have an advantage over Grass-type Pokémon, and so on. Despite this battling aspect of the games, the Pokémon games avoid explicit violence; Pokémon never die during the course of the game. Trainers are invited to take part in many peripheral activities when playing, including talent and beauty contests, tournaments, and fishing (for Pokémon, of course!).
Players can battle and trade Pokémon with other players as well, letting children learn the merits of sharing and sportsmanship. With newer video game systems such as the Nintendo DS and the Wii console, players can even play and trade Pokémon via Nintendo Wi-Fi Contention® with other Trainers around the world.
Learn more about Pokémon video games.
Pokémon Trading Card Game
The Pokémon Trading Card Game has also been popular for more than 10 years. As a worldwide leader in the trading card game industry, The Pokémon Company International continues to support the game's many devoted fans with new card expansions, as well as the Play! Pokémon program that provides opportunities for players to share their joy of the game in both casual and competitive environments.
In the Pokémon Trading Card Game, players build decks around their favorite Pokémon and then play against each other, sending their Pokémon into battle to prove who the best Pokémon Trainer is. Players can begin with theme decks—pre-constructed decks designed to cover the basics of the game. Then, they can augment their card collections with booster packs that provide more cards, letting players develop more diverse decks. With thousands of cards to choose from, the game is never the same twice. The Pokémon Company International releases four sets of cards, called "expansions," each year, so the game continues to evolve and expand for both players and collectors.
Learn more about the Pokémon TCG.
Pokémon Animation
The Pokémon animated series goes way back—almost to the time of Pokémon's origin as a video game. The show follows the adventures of a brash young Trainer named Ash Ketchum and his Pokémon pal Pikachu as they travel the world of Pokémon, visiting exotic destinations, meeting lots of interesting new people and Pokémon, and having lots of exciting adventures. Along the way they learn about teamwork, compassion, friendship, and fair play as Ash works toward his goal of becoming a Pokémon Master.
Now in its fifteenth season, the show is one of the most popular children's shows of all time and has spawned a series of 15 animated films that also follow the adventures of Ash Ketchum and friends, but involve much greater stakes—often dealing with the legends of the Pokémon world. Each movie presents great mysteries and intrigue, and it's up to our young heroes to rise to the challenge!
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Play! Pokémon
To encourage play among Pokémon fans, The Pokémon Company International has established Play! Pokémon—a network designed for Pokémon players to find casual and competitive opportunities to play with each other. Initially created to give Pokémon Trading Card Game players the chance to meet, Play! Pokémon has expanded to include video game activities as well as general non-gaming activities, such as Pokémon movie viewings and art sessions. Leagues, tournaments, and National and World Championship events give players chances to test strategies, trade Pokémon and TCG cards, and make new friends who share a common interest in Pokémon.
The core value of the Play! Pokémon program is to provide a fun, organized playing environment where kids can grow socially and intellectually. Within the Play! Pokémon environment, an emphasis is placed on fun, fairness, honesty, respect, sportsmanship, and learning. In addition to promoting logical and strategic thinking, good sportsmanship, and core math and reading skills, the game's popularity has even led to parents and their children playing in the same events.
Play! Pokémon supports both non-competitive and competitive play through leagues and tournaments. Pokémon leagues are played in a casual setting, and league members are rewarded for playing games—win or lose. Leagues are held in safe, public locations, such as game stores, community centers, or libraries, and are run by official League Leaders. Find a league near you or start one.
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Premier Tournaments
Premier tournaments are the foremost events of Play! Pokémon during the year. Our Premier tournaments have an escalating level of difficulty and are competitive in nature. They embrace an environment where Pokémon Trainers can meet other Trainers looking for a friendly match. For TCG competitions, players bring their own 60-card decks to compete against other players. For video game competitions, players must bring their own Pokémon game cartridges.
Premier tournaments are held throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and all over the world, and are run by official Premier Tournament Organizers (PTO). The season begins with City Championships, and moves through State/Territory/Provincials, Regional, National Championships, and Battle Roads. They culminate with the pinnacle event of the year—the World Championships.
Leagues & Tournaments: What to Expect
When they arrive at an event, players can expect to meet the Tournament Organizer (TO) or League Leader and probably a judge or two (possibly the same person). The TO or League Leader will ensure that the people running the event are responsible and are good with kids.
Players that wish to participate in Play! Pokémon tournaments and leagues are required to have a Player ID, which is used to report their attendance at these events. Most Tournament Organizers and League Leaders can provide Player IDs onsite for players who do not already have one. Players who choose to participate in the Ratings and Rankings system are required to sign up for a Pokémon Trainer Club account at Pokemon.com. Younger players may need a parental consent form to complete the sign-up process.
Participants in Trading Card Game events will likely engage in some card-trading with other players. This is encouraged, but we do suggest talking to your children about the potential consequences of trading real items. The TO or League Leader is often a good resource for trading tips.
Parents of minors: Please remember that Tournament Organizers are often store owners and have a business to run as well as the tournament. Parents should remain onsite to keep track of their children and, of course, celebrate their play. Tournaments usually take several hours, so parents might want to bring a book or some other quiet activity to occupy their time. We encourage parents to build a deck and join the fun!
What Your Child Can Expect
Due to the competitive element in tournaments, we recommend that parents discuss issues of winning and losing, pressures of competition, and good sportsmanship with their children. It is important to be a good sport—win or lose. The Pokémon Company International believes that children should be having fun in the process of competing, regardless of the outcome. It is, after all, just a game.
It is also important that players understand their responsibilities in preparing for the event. For the Pokémon TCG, players will need a legal deck (the format will be provided well in advance by the Tournament Organizer and noted on the Play! Pokémon website) built to meet the regulations for that event. If a child is new to the game, or new to tournaments, have the event judge look over the deck prior to the event. Judges will be happy to provide this service for your child, and it will help ensure a pleasant experience. For the Pokémon video games, players will need their own game cartridge (such as Pokémon Diamond Version or Pokémon Pearl Version) and, usually, a Nintendo DS. Once again, the TO will be able to advise the players on tournament rules and restrictions in advance via the Play! Pokémon website.
It is very important that players listen to the Tournament Organizer and/or judge when they explain how to play in the event. The Tournament Organizer or judge will outline important points, such as how to report the match scores and how to ask for a ruling, at the beginning of the tournament. Players should understand that, even if they are familiar with this information, they need to listen and avoid being disruptive. Talking or other disruptive behavior during the delivery of these instructions is impolite. All players should have the same opportunity to learn and understand the rules of play prior to an event.
Your Responsibilities
Parents have responsibilities at events, as well. It is important that participants are allowed to play at their own pace. Players are learning to concentrate on complex strategies and concepts, which can sometimes be frustrating. Also, a match should not be interrupted while in progress. If you, as a parent, have a question about anything, ask a judge or the Tournament Organizer, away from the match.
We understand that parents get excited and often want to help their children do well. Please remember, coaching is not allowed. If you would like to talk to your child about strategies, sportsmanship, or anything else, please refrain from doing so during a match. You might be surprised that, although it is a competition, players will provide advice and play tips in between matches. So, even if you think your child missed something or misplayed, his or her opponent may actually point this out before you even get a chance. Tournaments provide great learning opportunities for all players.
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We've painstakingly gathered all the information for you. All of this is done out of love. We have centralized all the latest ads for Black Friday here. Following that, we have the hours of operations for our local Malls so you know when to get a jump on the doors.If that wasn't enough, we have a Black Friday prepping guide, Deal Guide and even a funny video from the folks at Saturday Night Live. You know, something to do while you're waiting in line at your favorite store Thursday night.
Black Friday Sales: The Big Guide To Deals, Stores And Opening Times from dailyfinance.com
Hours: Doors open Thursday at 8 p.m., except where prohibited by law. Friday shoppers can get a second round of deals starting at 5 a.m.
Status: Confirmed
The Thursday night deals will come in two waves. The first wave, starting at 8, will consist mainly of toys, games and home goods. One big deal is the Nintendo Wii console for just $89, a good $40 below MSRP. Just keep in mind that by that point, the Wii will be the last-generation system: The next-generation Wii U comes out on Nov. 18. You can also get a six-quart crock pot for just $9.44, or an air hockey table for $29.86.
10 p.m. is when the big electronics go on sale. The iPad 2 -- again, a last-generation product -- is at its usual price of $399, but Walmart will give you a $75 store gift card with your purchase. There is also an Emerson 32-inch TV for $148, as well as an LG Blu-ray player for $38. All three products come with a guarantee -- if any are sold out by 11 p.m., you can purchase a "guarantee card" that you can redeem for the product online.
Hours: Doors open Thursday at 8 p.m.
Status: Confirmed
Sears' circular features some big appliance and electronics deals. On Thursday night there is a 32-inch TV for just $97, marked down from $250, as well as a Kenmore fridge for $1,299.99, a savings of $1,000. There is also a 55-inch Samsung LED TV for $879.99, marked down from $1,399.99.
Quantities are limited, of course, but if you aren't able to get there Thursday night, you can wake up early and grab one of the deals reserved for Friday's early risers. Deals that morning include TVs, washing machines, tools and apparel.
While Sears doesn't offer an in-stock guarantee like Walmart, it says that members of its Shop Your Ways rewards program will gain to access some of the doorbusters online starting Sunday, Nov. 18.
Members get the privilege of shopping doorbusters on Sunday from the comfort of home and picking up in store.
Best Buy
Status: Confirmed
Hours: In a rare display of restraint by a retailer this season, Best Buy won't open its doors to Black Friday shoppers until midnight.
Best Buy has released what it's dubbed a "preview" of its Black Friday sales, but the 20-page ad is actually the full circular for that week. Deals include a WiFi-ready Toshiba Blu-ray player, which can be used to access Netflix and Hulu Plus, for just $39.99, a 50% markdown.
The circular also includes a number of online-only deals that will be available for purchase on BestBuy.com on Thanksgiving Day. You'll have to check back on Thanksgiving for the actual prices, but discounted item promised for that day include the Canon EOS Rebel T3 camera. A spokesperson says that the doorbusters in the ad will also be available online, but that supplies will be limited.
Status: Confirmed
Hours: Target will open at 9 p.m. Thursday, except where prohibited by law.
A leaked copy of Target's Black Friday circular had been kicking around the internet for a while, and the retailer finally got around to confirming it with an official announcement on Monday morning. One of the marquee deals in the circular is the Nook Simple Touch marked down from $99 to $49, the best deal we've seen on the e-reader. There is also a 50-inch Westinghouse 1080p TV for just $349, one of the lowest prices we've seen for a TV that size.
There will also be bonus doorbusters starting at 4 a.m. on Friday, including the Fisher-Price Doodlepro Classic for $9.99, marked down from $18.99.
Toys R Us
Hours: Doors open at 8 p.m. Thursday, where permitted by local laws.
Status: Sort of confirmed
Scans of the toy retailer's Black Friday circular appeared online earlier in the month, and while an official ad hasn't yet appeared on the official site, the company more or less confirmed its contents when it announced its Black Friday plans Monday morning. Shoppers who buy the fourth-generation iPod Touch for $199.99 will get a free $20 Toys R Us gift card, plus a $30 iTunes credit. When you buy a full-price Wii U game you can get a second for 40% off. And a second set of deals starts at 5 a.m. Friday on baby products, including high chairs and clothes.
If you'd rather shop from the couch, the doorbusters will also be available online starting at 8 p.m.
Hours: Kmart will open at 8 p.m. on Thursday night, close at 3 a.m., then reopen at 5 a.m. As always, local laws might prohibit a Thanksgiving Day opening. Some Massachusetts residents, for instance, won't be able to get in the door until midnight.
Status: Confirmed
Every retailer's Black Friday ad seems to have a super-cheap TV deal on the front page as a way of attracting customers. On price alone, Kmart wins this battle with an $88 Seiki TV on the front of its circular, but note that it's only 24 inches. A better bet might be the 50-inch Proscan LCD TV for just $288, which it says is marked down from $699.99. As you might expect, quantities are limited for both items, so if you're not in line on Thursday night, you're probably out of luck.
J.C. Penney
Hours: Doors will open at 6 a.m. Friday
Status: Confirmed
J.C. Penney has already begun to backtrack a bit on its new no-sales policy, so it's not surprising that it's staying in the Black Friday game (especially in the wake of its dismal third-quarter sales figures). The retailer announced its "only sale of the year" Monday morning, promising additional savings with no coupons required. It also promises that you can shop online on Thanksgiving to get sale prices early.
For now the retailer hasn't released an official circular for Black Friday, though it has announced another kind of promotion. Over the course of the holiday season, sales associates will give out tens of millions of buttons to shoppers, with each button bearing a code that can be entered at JCP.com for a one in four chance at winning a gift. Prizes will include vacations, gift cards ranging from $5 to $500 and select merchandise. You can get your hands on the buttons in stores starting on Black Friday


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Wonderful food and reasonably priced for lunch – My husband and I eat hear every time we come to K.C. besides Ruth's Chris this is one of my favorite places to eat and we always come at lunch time, the prices are reasonable and the food is fabulous, I always order the parmesan crusted talapia "costa rica", it is wonderful and my husband loves there fish tacos which are fabulous also, we are going to K.C. this weekend for my birthday and I made it a point that I wanted to eat there 2 times while we are there
Anniversary Occassion was great! – We made reservations 2 weeks in advance for a Saturday at 6:15 for our Anniversary. We were seated when we arrived within less than one minute. For an appetizer we had crab cakes and a salad. For our entree we both had the Mixed Grill, which was a combination plate of scallops, shrimp, steak and Atlantic Salmon. We were tempted to order the Alaskan Salmon however. Our food was cooked perfectly and was just the right portion. Our service was prompt and attentive. Our waitress was very courteous and our table was kept clean of dirty dishes. We were given fresh napkins with our complimentary desert, which was apple pie. We were very pleased and would definitely return. We have never had fresh seafood on the east or west coast so we can not attest to its freshness but we enjoyed our food immensely.
Disappointing – We dined here on September 3, 2006. We made reservations for 7:30 p.m. two weeks in advance. We arrived at 7:20 and checked in. When we still had not been seated by 7:50 we requested that we be seated, and we finally were, only to wait a long time for service. We ate at Jake's in Portland, last month, which is also owned by McCormick and Schmick. The KC McCormick and Schmick did not even begin to compare to Jake's. Overall, the food was expensive and of only average quality. The service was slow and fairly inattentive. Our reservation was virtually worthless. It is doubtful that we will return anytime soon.
Outstanding seafood in the Midwest – My fiance and I recently dined here with my sister and her boyfriend. We had a reservation (I highly recommend getting one) and were seated promptly. Everything was exquisite, and our waiter was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about their menu choices. I had the Mako shark steak and my finace had the Halibut; both were outstanding! For dessert we had the creme brulee, while my sister and her boyfriend tried the pecan pie; both were definitely worth saving room for. Overall, I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants great seafood while visiting in Kansas City.
I've had better... – I've heard such good things about this restaurant, which is probably why I was so underwhelmed. Our waitress left much to be desired. I was tempted to take a dollar off her tip for every time she called someone at our table "love". We had the unfortunate luck to be next to the party room which was loud and subsequently caused our food to arrive very slowly. The food was only okay, but we all highly enjoyed the chocolate bag dessert. Not sure if this place is worth another try or not.
User review by reyrey7 – When my friends and I decided to eat here we didnt know what to expect other than that we would be eating seafood, and let me say, all of us were stunned at how wonderful the food was. It was a beautiful day so we took advantage of their very nice outdoor seating and were served by some of the nicest people. Our food was presented so well and arrived very fast, not to mention it was some of the best seafood I have ever had.
If youre ever in the mood for amazing food, great people, and a very beautiful environment I would highly recommend this place to you.
This high-powered restaurant wins with classic seafood dishes and a posh atmosphere. – In Short
Popular for both romantic dates and business dinners, this chain exudes an upscale clubby mood. Art deco-inspired decor adorns the interior--dark wood, shiny brass and sparkling beveled glass--and black-clad servers with sharp white shirts weave through the cocktail-swilling crowd at the bar. The classic seafood menu is seasonally inspired and changes daily, offering dishes like shellfish and creamy clam chowder and Bay shrimp cakes. Sweet, delicate Dungeness crab is the winning house specialty.
Close to Perfect – I have been here numerous of times. From Grand Opening to a month ago.
Our company went to Christmas dinner here (group of 20). Reservations were made and everything was set. The staff was excellent and attentive to everyone's needs. The food couldn't have been better. However, a few did mention that their food was dried out. The only complaint I had was that they could have spaced our group out a little more (we were crowded at tables put together - with not enough room to move in our own seats).
Personal lunches have been excellent experiences. The staff had great knowledge of the dishes. If they didn't know - they would go to find out.
Overated Happy Hour – I went in one evening for McCormick's happy hour which I had heard so much about and was very disapointed. The service was awful. The waitress took forever to greet the table and did not even offer us a second round. It was like she was trying to push us out of the restaurant. My friend and I both worked in the service industry and were very surprized. The food was alright but not the calibur of food I've had there before. I will go back in for dinner any time but never again for the happy hour.
PamelaBramlett – I like McCormick & Shmicks, but your listing of the resturaunt as romantic is totally erroneous. Unless your idea of romance is a hot date with your taxidermist.
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Currently, I teach English at Queensborough Community College in the City University of New York. I have also taught in other CUNY schools. My experience includes the following: Composition, Creative Writing, Literature, Grammar, Business Writing, Remedial Reading and Writing Classes, and Test Prep Classes (CUNY proficiency and placement exams).In CUNY, I have taught many students who do not speak English as their first language.In addition to having taught English in CUNY, I have taught poetry workshops to handicapped children and English and History in a private high school.Wherever and whatever I've taught, I've always been most concerned with the needs and interests of the student. While some students learn well from books and lectures, others learn best by doing. For such students, I try to make learning as interactive and practical as possible. I like to tie what I teach to examples and skills in the "real" world, and whenever I mark a paper or have a session with a student, I end with two or three specific suggestions or goals that I believe the student can reach.People who have observed my classes have used words like "intuitive," "intelligent" and "improvisational" in their reports. I have also been described as a "good facilitator" and someone who "creates and atmosphere of mutual trust and respect." One of the reasons I enjoy teaching and tutoring is that I enjoy interacting with people. Another is that I believe knowledge and information become learning when they are shared. Such learning can include, but is not limited to the academic subjects I've taught: I've also conducted classes and workshops in bicycle repair and bicycling, and I have informally tutored friends and acquaintances in everything from how to do an Excel spreadsheet to how to make lasagna.Finally, in addition to the subjects I've mentioned, I can also tutor Spanish--or give you or your child very specific help in other subjects if Spanish is your first language.Please write to me or give me a call so I can work with you or your child to help you meet your personal, academic and professional goals by improving your skills and knowledge.
My major in college was English,and most of my teaching experience has been in the subject. However, I minored in history and taught American and World History, as well as English, in a private high school. I continue to read extensively in American History because I find it intrinsically interesting, and because a lot of current events make more sense with some understanding of history.I am familiar with Regents Exams, the SAT, ACT and GRE, and with AP courses. In fact, I have taught... Read More
I like to use the vocabulary a student already has in order to help him or her expand his or her repertoire of words. I think this is more effective than simply memorizing a lot of words and definitions; people are more likely to use something they've learned if they can relate it to what they already know.Also, if a student speaks another language besides English, I will use it (to the extent that I know the language) in order to help expand that student's English vocabulary.
You might find grammar difficult, intimidating and even boring or dry. I understand: simply memorizing rules is not terribly interesting or, I believe, useful. Instead, I prefer to help students learn grammar through their own reading and writing. Grammar isn't just about correctness; it's about making language work for you. That will be our goal if I work with you on your grammar.
Although most of my teaching experience is in English (writing, literature and language), I have also taught American and world history in a private high school. Also, History was my undergraduate minor, and I continue to read in the subject whenever I have the opportunity.I like to teach and tutor European, or any other kind of, history as a living subject. It's not just about the past or about distant places; it's about who and what we've become. That's why I believe that the best... Read More
I have taught reading courses in CUNY community colleges, and I have helped more advanced students improve their reading skills. Whenever I work with a student on his or her reading skills, the focus is on helping the student to become a more confident as well as competent reader who can apply his or her skills in a variety of situations, from school to work to everyday life.
Soy americana.So now you know I'm American. See how easy it was to learn a Spanish phrase?That's how I like to teach Spanish. Instead of spending a lot of time on memorizing rules, I prefer to use everyday situations and phrases to help students learn Spanish.Although I took Spanish in school, I feel I really started to learn it when I used it in various situations. Not only did I learn idioms, I also gained confidence in my ability to use the language. While... Read More
I have taught and tutored writing for more than twenty years. My experience includes everything from guiding people in writing proposals, reports and other professional and business correspondence to leading poetry workshops with handicapped children. Most of my experience is in teaching college composition; however, I have also taught creative writing as well as remedial classes and test preparation.Whether you are preparing for state tests or your dissertation, need to write better... Read More
Most young (and old) people are interested in geography, whether or not they realize it. To get from one place to another, we have to think about where one place is located in relation to another, and what we might find in that place, or in other places along the way. Also, we hear more in the news about other places, as we are more and more interconnected in every way. That is not only the reason why we need to learn geography, but one of the best ways to learn it.
I am a writer with more than two decades' experience in teaching and tutoring English. My experience includes all aspects of the subject, including literature, grammar, English as a Second or Foreign Language and, of course, writing. My work as a writing instructor is influenced by the fact that I am a writer and encompasses creative as well as expository writing, as well as business and professional writing. I have worked with students of all kinds, from elementary school pupils to... Read More
I have taught English to non-native speakers in language schools and institutes as well as in academic settings. I have taught business and professional people, unskilled workers and students how to effectively communicate in their new language. Furthermore, many of my students in regular English classes do not speak the language with their families or in their communities, so I often do the same sort of work as an ESL teacher.Much of my teaching is based on situations you may encounter,... Read More
As a writer and longtime English instructor, literature is one of the great passions of my life. I have taught English, American and world literature classes at the high school and college level. Writing about literature does not require esoteric knowledge or vocabulary. It requires your ability to trust yourself as a reader and to express the thoughts, questions and reactions your reading inspires. My job, in tutoring you in literature, is to help you do those things, based on your... Read More
My major in college was English, and most of my teaching experience has been in the subject. However, I minored in history and taught American and world history, as well as English, in a private high school. I continue to read about world history whenever I have the opportunity because I find it intrinsically interesting and because a lot of current events make more sense with some understanding of history.I am familiar with Regents exams, the SAT, ACT and GRE, and with AP courses... Read More
I have worked as a proofreader. In addition, proofreading is part of my job as an English instructor.
My teaching has included a lot of work with adult students who had recently earned their GEDs. So, I am familiar with the requirements of the test and the challenges faced by GED students, and want to help you.
As a longtime writing and reading instructor who has also taught test-prep courses, I can help you do well on the reading part of the SAT. If I were to work with you, I would help you to improve both your reading and test-taking skills.
As a longtime writing instructor who has also taught test-prep courses, I can help you do well on the writing part of the SAT. If I were to work with you, I would help you to improve both your writing and test-taking skills.
I have extensive experience in teaching English to non-native speakers, in academic settings as well as in language schools and institutes. I have worked with children, university students, business executives and professionals to help them improve their reading, writing and speaking skills.I am also familiar with TOEFL and, as someone who has taught test-preparation classes, I can also help you with your test-taking skills.
I know that spelling can be intimidating. However, it's not just a matter of memorizing rules (although that's a part of it). I think it's more important to recognize and internalize patterns - which are things people of all ages can do. Also, having worked with students whose first language is not English, I understand why they have their own particular difficulties with English spelling, and can work with them.
I am a longtime English instructor and writer who also happens to be familiar with tests like the ACT. In fact, I have taught test-preparation courses for the SAT and CUNY exams. So, I can help you not only with your reading, writing and grammar, but also with your test-taking skills.
While I have never taught math, I understand some of the difficulties young people face in learning it. I had some of those difficulties myself! In spite of them, I learned basic math well enough to remain on honor rolls and deans' lists through high school - and to balance a checkbook.
Although I don't have much educational background in science, I know that is something that's part of our lives. That is what can make it interesting and relevant. I understand enough about how young people learn to know that many learn most effectively through concrete examples from their everyday lives. I would tutor through those examples.
In teaching English and history, I often find myself working with students to improve their study skills, particularly if they have to take standardized tests. Also, I have worked in summer immersion programs for incoming college freshmen. Upgrading students' study skills - or, in some cases, helping students acquire any study skills at all - was an important part of the work I did in such programs. Finally, I have helped adults who were returning to school or preparing for civil service exams... Read More
I have taught American and world history in a private high school. In addition, I minored in history in college and often use it in my teaching of English. Also, I have lived outside of the US and in neighborhoods of immigrants, so I am aware of many different kinds of cultural practices and make a point of learning as much as I can about them.
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