When a person has family members who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, they naturally become fearful of what can happen to them or to others in the family. Since my family does have a history of this dreadful disease, it is always in the back of my mind. Even at the age of 78, I have been fortunate. I am working with high school and college students every day, teaching them the rudiments of the English language. My communication skills are still strong, and my memory and abilit

If Usha is your greatest blessing. Why wouldn't you then appreciate the spiritual heritage that helped lead her to be that blessing in your life? Suhag Shukla, Executive Director of the Hindu American Foundation Religion can be a strong obstacle to the success of any marriage, particularly when the faith of one is diametrically opposed to that of the other. Some couples solve this by taking religion out of their lives, but others attempt to work through it on their own terms.

Art Rooney, Sr. -- "The Chief" While they may be in first place right now in the AFC’s North Division, the last two games for the Pittsburgh Steelers have shown that the reason for that lofty spot is more due to the woeful nature of their opponents than to their own success. The last two losses, along with upcoming battles against elite teams like the Colts, Chargers, Lions, Bills, and two with the Ravens — yes, they are elite with their QB returning — have fans staying away

Photo by Post-Gazette Is Evelyn Nesbit really haunting this house? Many wealthy people from the Pittsburgh area used to come east to the mountains of Cambria County in the summers because of the oppressive heat generated by the steel mills. This occurred in the 1800s with Andrew Carnegie who ventured to Cresson, but also with a family known as the Thaws a little later who built a mansion a few miles away. Harry Kendell Thaw was railroad tycoon who built a 20-room Tudor Reviva

Remembering Paul Tickerhoof Biology Teacher Superb Having spent approximately 40 years in education, I am proud of what teachers have accomplished over the years. Just yesterday, I mentioned one of my high school teachers who was a fabulous biology instructor for me about 60 years ago. His name was Paul Tickerhoof, and I remember how he taught us to memorize every bone in the body. I saw my grand-niece struggling with that this week, and told her about Mr. Tickerhoof. He woul

Improve Your English and Communication Skills We are now being referred to as "English Tutoring from the Alleghenies" instead of an old, boring name. I have been tutoring students in English for the past five years, and have been educating them for about 40 in all. The new website was designed by a company in Romania, and I have been delighted with their work and customer service. What is very valuable is something that you cannot see: The SEOs. Search Engine Optimization. Th

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