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Hi I am Ally, I am 38 years old and live in Beacontree Heath, Essex, UK. I am married with two children, jack who is 11 and georgia who is 9.

I also have a very nutty Irish Setter called Murphy, two Cats, Louis and Max, a tropical aquarium and a pond with Koi

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Reasons for abortions: 2 of 30
I have mixed views regarding this subject, firstly being adopted I am so glad that my mum had the courage to go through with her pregnancy with me 39 years ago, as I know it must have been really tough on her back then. Nowadays, it seems such a simple option for people, maybe too easy to have. Although you need two Doctor's ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Strength: 6 of 78
I turn in bed to an empty spaceyour not there anymoreI turn and see your picture beside meI can't believe that you have goneIt was ony the other day thatyou bought me breakfast in bedAnd then last night came that terrible knockthe Police informing me,you were deadMy body feels so lifeless, so numbI can't believe your no longe... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Deja vu: 4 of 35
Short but true.At the age of sixteen I went to my friend sarah's fancy dress party, dressed as a Charlestan Dancer, cigarette holder and all the get-up. The house was filled with characters from every tv programme, film, past and present, it was a great night, and a good laugh trying to guess who some of the characters were u... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking with Spices & Herbs The best spices for barbecuing: 1 of 8
Spices used in barbecuing are usually either rubbed into the meat or fish or incorpated into a marinade. They can really turn a plain piece of meat or fish into a culinary delight. Here a are a few of my personal favourites:-ALLSPICE - This has a sweet peppery slightly hot flavour and is ideal for use with meat.FENNEL SEED - ... More..
Style & Beauty > Acne & Blemish Tips for managing acne: 2 of 14
If you suffer from Acne you may well be on some form of treatment from your Doctor. Besides this course of action, there are several different natural ways you can aid your Acne, none of this are a proven cure, but if heeded to can reduce the signs of Acne, and in milder cases may even solve it.Hope this helps!1. FRESH FRUIT,... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Life Traditions and values in Christian families: 4 of 27
I was raised as a Christian, but like a great deal of people in life I am not a real practicing Christian, in other words I don't go to church on a regular basis, I don't quote the bible and I don't pray on a regular basis. That being said I do celebrate like many other non-practicing Christians all the Christian holidays.Chr... More..
Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Seafood salad: 3 of 20
There is nothing better than a home-made salad, and with me my favourite has to be seafood of any shape, form or size. Here is a easy tasty recipe which doesn't take too long and does not require a great deal of expense. The recipe serves 4, involves no cooking and takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes to prepare. 1 Mango300g ... More..
Computers & Technology > Peripherals & Accessories What are some awesome things to do with those stupid AOL CDs?: 5 of 30
Recycling is now becoming a routine chore in our everyday life. It really takes a person to step back and actually digest the things you can actually recycle and what these objects can become if we only put our minds to it.AOL CD's here in England are one of many CD's that drop on your mat on a pretty regular basis, this alon... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Desserts Great desserts from your grill: 2 of 12
This is quite simple and delicious and serves 8 people.You will need:-1 Pineapple1/2 cup melted butter3/4 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon lime zest grated1/2 cup dark rum1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground clovesice cream to servePreheat your grill and brush the grate with oil.Cut the skin off the pineapple, leaving the l... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Boredom: 35 of 200
Banging my fingers annoyinglyhuffing and puffinggoing insanepacing the room like a marching soldierglaring at my manlooking for jobs that don't need doingnothing on the tvno films to seewhy won't he get upand go out with methe children are whiningwe're bored what can we doand he sits there dozingand it's only half past twoimm... More..