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Work
By: A.H. As hard as it may be to imagine these days, there was once a time when the words “Aberdeen” and “Industry” didn’t always come with the word “Oil” in between them. Aberdeen was once a city with a wide … Continue reading →
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School Days
By: A.H. Aberdeen has a long and well known relationship with education. It’s a matter of not inconsiderable civic pride that the city was home to two universities when the entirety of England was home to just two (Marischal and Kings … Continue reading →
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Introductions
By: A.H. There is an old curse: “may you live in interesting times”. This is a curse that has come true for everyone who has ever lived. All times are interesting. Everyone has stories and experiences worth sharing. It’s tempting … Continue reading →
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Terms and Conditions
By: S.W. When asked if I could write an article or similar for this blog I was shown a list of politically correct names and phrases for people with disabilities. On the negative side the somewhat derogatory and unseemly references used … Continue reading →
How Studying Psychology Has Helped Me Cope With My Disability
By: E.R Throughout my life so far, I have always had a certain fascination with how people think and feel. From a young age I have been quite sensitive to how people are feeling and hold great empathy towards individuals … Continue reading →