I have 3 main feelings about obtaining a college degree in the 21st century:   1- As stated by Educated_ American_Pauper, the required "general education" courses that come attached to EVERY AA/BA are unneccessary. We are continuing the old Renaissance model of college, as a way to produce "well-rounded adults," wh...more

I've been without my car (not by choice) for more than 2 years, so take some advice from a professional bus jockey BEFORE making such an extreme sacrifice: 1) Always remember that you're at the mercy of the bus/rail system's schedule. If you miss a transfer, or the bus breaks down, etc., there's nothing you can do abou...more

@Homeless in Cali: Wow... you're not kidding. That's pretty extreme. May I ask how you live out of your vehicle without the police harassing you? I've heard they'll tell you to leave anywhere you're parked unless it's on your own private property...

(con't) When I tried the traditional methods, I found that counting calories became a chore, and made eating a dreaded activity rather than an enjoyable one. Calories in, calories out, yes… but let us not forget that food is more than just fuel; it is a pleasurable part of our lives. Let’s not lose sight of that for th...more

Though the old weight-loss adage is 'calories in, calories out', and it’s been proven that it’s a winning formula, I’ve chosen to follow a "fad" diet for a number of reasons: 1) I tried the calorie-restricted diet once. It lasted 3 days. Why? Because every time I ate something, I had to measure it, write it down, and e...more