Author Archive
Cheycara Latimer
- April 23, 2008
Kids can handle independence
It's been said again and again: kids are being raised differently than we were, than our parents were, and than our grandparents were. Children have more freedom and independence now than some of us...
- April 16, 2008
Guns do not solve gun control
When we leave our homes in the morning, we set out into the world believing we will return exactly the way we left. In our minds, as long as we steer clear of danger...
- April 10, 2008
C-section should be last resort
More often than not, childbirth is a blissful and wonderful event in a woman's life. However, the road to labor and delivery is perhaps one of the most life-altering experiences a woman will ever...
- April 2, 2008
Trying to define what ‘comedy’ is
Everyone loves a good comedy or joke. From cartoons to TV sitcoms to comedians, there is always something or someone trying to make us laugh. It is all about how the comedic routine is...
- March 27, 2008
War in Iraq reaches lamentable mark
In the last few years a lot has happened in terms of American history. On Sept. 11, 2001, hijacked planes crashed into the World Trade Center. In March 2003, the first 90,000 soldiers were...
- March 12, 2008
U.S. debt out of control
Debt is something we all incur throughout our lifetime. From student loans and credit cards to monthly bills, we all have owed something to someone. As individuals we try to keep our debt to...
- March 5, 2008
Time is valuble – use it wisely
In case no one has noticed, the end of the semester is almost here. It seems like yesterday was the first day of school. Face it, time is of the essence and unfortunately we're...
- February 27, 2008
Though life may be tough, stick it out
Life is about give and take. The challenges and obstacles we face throughout our lifetime may seem depressing and difficult, but as the saying goes, "Everything happens for a reason." Everything we go through...
- February 20, 2008
Race, gender irrelevant in election
It's no secret that a majority of Texans usually vote Republican and are very conservative. To have a female president would not only be blasphemous, but a complete slap in the face of the...
- February 13, 2008
Think ahead when making decisions
Everyday we make decisions based on past knowledge, emotions and observations. And even though those decisions seem good to us at the time, they may not to other people. They may be perceived as...