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I'm a 33 year old single mom to three great kids. They keep me going even when I think there's nothing more I can take. I recently got engaged, and although there are some issues in my relationship, we're working on them. I also have a bunch of cats and 1

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Heroes: 4 of 76
It takes more to be a heroThan pure braveryOne has to be strong in mindAs well as in bodyThere's more to a heroThan just fighting the unjustLogic and heart And good conscience are a mustWho are my heroes?What makes me view them so?Is it the young teen-aged motherRefusing to quit school?Wanting her educationFor her child's fut... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Self reflection: 17 of 174

It's late, as usual. Insomnia should be my middle name. I can barely remember the last time I was asleep before 1 a.m. in the morning. Thus is my life, whether I want it to be or not. Sleep is just something I seem to be unable to do...at least at night. I can sleep for hours during the day, but at night I'm wide awake. Even ... More..
Relationships & Family > New & Old Friends When friends become lovers: 5 of 30
My boyfriend and I have been friends for almost half of our lives. We met in High School, hung out with the same people, have similar interests, and kept in touch over the years. We had tried dating before, but somehow it never worked out. Usually it was on my part; I'd get involved with someone else out of fear of losing his... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods Finding your role as a young mother: 4 of 24
I was 19 years old when I gave birth to my oldest son. He was followed two years later by his younger brother, who was followed less than two years later by my daughter. I was 23 years old, and mother of three. It was overwhelming at first, as my boys were still in diapers, my daughter was born via C-section, and their father... More..
Creative Writing > Satire Satire: Spanking law proposal: 2 of 10
As a mother of three, I feel spanking should be used only at a last resort. It shouldn't be outlawed, but it also should not be the first type of punishment dished out, either. This coming from a person who does not spank her children, nor do I have to. At least, not since they were much younger. Let's look at this from a chr... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Kids & Teens Christmas 2007: Fun and funky gift ideas for teen girls: 2 of 9
I don't have any teenage girls running around my house as of yet. My daughter is only 8, but I would hope that as she gets to that teenage state of mind, I will be able to give her a gift that she will truly enjoy and perhaps cherish. Anyone who has been around a teenage girl knows they change their minds like the winds chang... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes Crash course in walking on high heels: 2 of 9
I love to wear my heels. When I wear them, I feel elegant, statueque, and graceful. But the first time I wore heels I thought my feet were going to disown me! Here are a few tips for those of you who have never worn heels and are about to buy your first pair.Shop, shop, shop. Don't buy the first pair you see because you think... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values How to find yourself and discover happiness: 2 of 8
Write youIt's a long and winding path to discovering who you really are. I've hit many bumps and potholes along my journey. Some choices I've made have been good, where others were complete and utter mistakes, of which I've learned a great deal. Let me share my story.My parents were divorced before I was a year old, so I don'... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Remembering: 10 of 39
You know you're getting older when random things start coming to mine from "Back in the Day" as my friends and I term it. The other night, I was searching music from the 80's, being nostalgic for memories of my simpler times, and I came across some items that made me laugh and brought back many a fond memory. The last thing I... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Strength: 26 of 78
New PathOn a new pathLeaving my skeletons behindOnly one way to goFor it's me I need to findTaking the first stepsAway from my pastHoping this time I succeedAnd this time, it lasts.On a new pathWith my feet as my guideStand on my ownNo longer will I hideGood-bye to the jealousiesSo long to the tearsOff I go againGonna conquer... More..