Me and Billy Joe Bubba Bob (insert random name here) .... This is a mistake I hear from otherwise well-educated people. That phrase absolutely drives me bonkers. Why? First, it is grammatically incorrect. It should be: Billy Joe Bubba Bob and me/I ..... Second, it sounds self-centered. Always list the other person first. In grammar … Continue reading Another English Rant
TDZ Retrospective: Commas, Diagramming and Other Rants About English
Originally posted December 15, 2007. After eight years look for another English rant coming soon. The other day The Big Guy was reading my blog and informed me that I needed a comma for some reason or another. This lead to lively and humorous dialogue about my not needing commas and semi-colons. TBG that it … Continue reading TDZ Retrospective: Commas, Diagramming and Other Rants About English
TDZ Retrospective — Distance Learning: A Substitute for College
Originally posted July 3rd, 2007, taking classes on-line was a new thing. When I wrote this I remember that most of the on-line programs I found were from unaccredited programs. Now it is very common to take on-line classes. Anyway it is an interesting read. Can distance learning be a substitute for college? The answer … Continue reading TDZ Retrospective — Distance Learning: A Substitute for College
ADHD Meds
One question I'm frequently asked about ADHD is do I support the use or do I think ADHD meds are necessary. Personally I don't use meds to control ADHD. I have found other ways to manage/control ADHD. For some people meds can be a vital part of management plan. Meds can make it easier to … Continue reading ADHD Meds
Rocking the Drumline
I first met Dane Porter when he was an energetic pre-schooler who loved music. Dane is now a senior at Waxahachie High School who still loves music. He has Down Syndrome. The year began with Dane and other special needs students being excluded from the senior t-shirts. Last month the band director invited Dane to join the … Continue reading Rocking the Drumline
Brief Online Study for Students Diagnosed with Learning Disability/Disabilities.
Today, I received the following comment from a graduate student at Teachers College Columbia University. Since I'm not currently a student I'm not eligible to participate. Subject: Brief Online Study for Students Diagnosed with Learning Disability/Disabilities. Hello my name is Elizabeth Geiger and I am a masters student in the Counseling Psychology program at Teachers … Continue reading Brief Online Study for Students Diagnosed with Learning Disability/Disabilities.
Rock Your Socks: World Down Syndrome Day
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The Dee Zone 