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After having written privately for years in journals and an occasional poem or short story for friends, I decided to spend the second 'half century' of my life pursing my dream of writing for publication.

I write primarily short stories and poems,though like

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Faith in God: 6 of 142
Each day brings new situations to be faced.In sleep the cares of yesterdayhave not been erased.Worries of days past and presentI grasp firmly in hand.Pushing aside all remindersOf God's gracious plan.Weary I struggle to face another day.With my plans in ruin and my strength gone.In quiet despair I try hard to hold on.In the m... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) True gardening stories: My most inspiring garden experience: 6 of 131
Gardening With NanaI was on the back patio today watering hanging baskets and potted plants with my ninety-four year old grandmother. Talking of the challenge of keeping the plants healthy and growing in the record breaking heat. Nana asked if I remembered helping to plant her vegetable garden in Massachusetts wearing winter ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The sky: 7 of 118
Remembering SunsetsFingers of light from the setting sunKiss cotton candy cloudsWith soft pastel pink and lavender.I watch in silence and rememberThe times we watched sunsetsPainting evening skies over the ocean.We spent hours walking the beachDodging the slapping waves,Laughing when we failed to noticeThe sand shifting benea... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adoption Gift ideas for adopting parents: 1 of 13
A baby shower' is the traditional way to give gifts to expectant parents as they await the arrival of their child. This sentimental tradition can easily be adapted for adopting parents as well and it doesn't matter if the expected child is a newborn, toddler or older.Let's take a look at the possibilities!Traditional baby sho... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Dragons: 9 of 104
In olden times of long ago,When kingdoms stood with regal show-In secret places far and wide,Some sought to know where dragons hide.When dragons gather in their lair,Few would find them waiting there.As dragons soared on outstretch wing,Man seldom heard the songs they sing.Some think today the dragons myth,Yet never look the ... More..
Food & Drink > Cuisine & Food (Other) Comparing homemade tomato sauce and store bought sauce: 5 of 28
The difference between homemade tomato sauce and store bought sauce can be compared to the difference between fresh popped popcorn and opening a bag of ready popped corn as you settle in to watch a movie. The fresh one engulfs you in the aroma and temperatures blending with the crisp textures in your mouth. Open a bag of read... More..
Relationships & Family > Newlyweds Newlyweds: Baby planning tips: 5 of 25
The very best Baby planning tip for newlyweds is compare notes!Communicate EARLY with your life partner if babies are a part of YOUR future plans. Don't spring it on them on your wedding night! I would even go so far as to bring it up early in the relationship, maybe as early as the FIRST date. After all if babies are in your... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: What to do when you are the target of road rage: 4 of 20
With reported episodes of road rage increasing every year it is a situation to be taken seriously. Even if you have not yet been a victim of 'Road Rage', the odds are that you will either be involved in a situation or witness a situation of Road rage sometimes in your driving experience.Slight annoyances from other drivers re... More..
Sciences > Medical Technology How a doctor uses an X-ray: 2 of 10
When thinking about an x-ray, most people are under the assumption that a doctor uses x-rays primarily to check for broken bones, or a dentist uses it to look for dental problems such as impacted wisdom teeth. all good ways your doctor may use an x-ray, but there are many more things a doctor can use an x-ray to diagnose or c... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love is waiting: 1 of 5
Love is WaitingDrifting lazily in softly woven dreamsAt the edge of a new adventure.Words heard through a quiet filterCause her to leap with joy at loveExpressed as laughter,Felt as ripples moving acrossQuiet waters.She stretches forth a handSeeking the source of loveFloating around her.The soft barrier of her world,Trembles ... More..