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Engaging students.
Introduction: Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. (Rom 12:2). I am going to talk about three words ending in...
What is hardware, and what is software?
You may have heard the words hardware and software before and wondered what the difference was. The hardware is all the tangible computer equipment, such as the keyboard and mouse. The software is what makes the hardware work or lets you get things done, such as...
The work place needs seniors.
Some famous writers, painters and musicians have done some of their best work in their later years. The impressionist Claude Monet is a very good example. In order to be able to work creatively, a “senior” needs a favourable environment – one that is supportive and...
Women Power beyond 50.
Germaine Greer once said “If a woman never lets herself go, how can she ever know how far she might have got? If she never takes off her high-heeled shoes, how will she ever know how far she could walk or how fast she could run?” This inspirational educationalist and...
The potential of Special Needs people.
The potential of the human brain is awesome. Every country needs people who can use their brains – even just a little. A special needs person has a special kind of brain. We need to help people with special brains utilise their potential. The benefits are a huge Win –...
The Positives of E-Books
E-Books are a superb medium for reading for a number of reasons. These include: Font size can be adjusted Can be read from a number of different platforms Cheap Doesn’t take up much space. Can be printed (if you so insist). What are the benefits and advantages of...
Cats for Seniors
Cats are great companions for people of all ages and walks of life. Whether you are a busy single professional living alone in a small apartment in the city, a family with children living in a house in the suburbs or a senior citizen living in a retirement home, a cat...
My thoughts about retirement.
My Managers and my colleague say “I should retire”. I don’t really know why, and they won’t give me compelling reasons. In fact, when I ask “Why should I retire?” they answer, “Oh, you just should.” Okay, I’m not going to get a clear and sensible answer, so let’s try...