http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Beth+And+Jim+Hood Education Beth And Jim Hood Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=377695&ca=Education New graduates have been doing it in Europe and Australia for decades-– taking a year off before either continuing with school or looking for a job. The practice is common throughout the world but here in America, many parents cringe at the idea. And now, given the economy, is it really wise? Unemplo... Education Beth And Jim Hood Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=377698&ca=Education As graduation season approaches families everywhere are planning the usual celebrations and gatherings. Whether it’s high school or college, graduation is a significant achievement that deserves acknowledgment. But what’s an appropriate gift for a new graduate? Especially when money’s tight? Whateve...