Paula Wilder
Contributing Writer
Paula Wilder, freelance writer - Paula Compton
Paula is a freelance writer and speaker. She also teaches developmental reading and English at Guilford Technical Community College. She is a single mom of four teenagers. Paula has her B.A. in English with a minor in Women's Studies from Guilford College. You can contact her at paulamwilder@gmail.com.
Latest Articles
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Help Motivate Your Graduate to Write Thank You Cards
Parents should play a key role in helping motivate their graduate to write his or her thank you notes, but they should not write the notes for the graduate.
Jul 6, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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How to Celebrate Mother's Day as a Single Mom
Often children of single moms don't know how to celebrate this holiday because they've never had a model to show them how, so it is up to the mom to help.
May 6, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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The Power of Words in Literature
Women often have to fight to be heard, and they have used literary writing to break through the silence, even overcoming religious and cultural ideologies.
May 2, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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Using Literature as Model for Change
Analyzing literature from an academic mindset is important, but often literary works can be used to open conversations to help bring about positive life changes.
Mar 29, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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Crock Pot Recipe for Brunswick Stew
Brunswick Stew takes some preparation, but can be put together in the evening to cook through the night until dinner time the next day, providing an easy healthy meal.
Mar 28, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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Container Flower Gardens Made Easy
Containers of flowers bring color to a patio, a balcony, or a deck, and most are easily grown by following a few simple steps.
Mar 27, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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Seeking a Mentor
Seeking a mentoring relationship is an important part of growth. A mentor provides perspective, honesty, and a listening ear when things are good, bad, and even hopeless.
Mar 26, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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Little Women Revisited
Little Women has provided entertainment and enjoyment for over one hundred years. The novel is well-respected, but certain ideologies work against the equality of women.
Mar 26, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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When Someone Else Should Clean the House
Hiring someone else to take care of household chores alleviates the pressure of one more thing on the to-do list, and turns a dirty mess into a clean haven.
Mar 26, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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Easy Plum Cake Recipe
This homemade cake is moist and easy to prepare. The cake can be mixed in the time it takes for the oven to heat, and is cooked and ready to serve in about 50 minutes.
Mar 21, 2010
- Paula Wilder
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