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Creative Writing > Satire Satire: Facing death: 1 of 12
The deep breaths of sleeping Jeff slowed. In, out: in; out: inout; In. Out. And he stopped.His eyes opened, then his body shook with startle at what was before him."I am Death," said the hooded, frightening creature as he wiped the blade of his scythe."I am Jeff," replied the now-composed man as he extended his hand to shake ... More..
Relationships & Family > Acquaintances & Co-Workers Climbing the social ladder: 1 of 10
There are two types of people in this world: those on the top of the social ladder, and those on the bottom. (Note: There are a few more than two types of people in this world in reality (approximately 6,999,999,998 more, to be exact. This article is for those who wish to increase rank in their respective social groups.)The o... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International Politics (Other) Satire: World Leaders: 1 of 5
How to Take Over the World in 40 Steps1. Become insanely wealthy through any means necessary; most likely to be through less than legal means with corrupt dictators, smuggling, and murders.2. Use said wealth to further corrupt and control said dictators. Become so essential in their government that I am actually puppet master... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Best love poems: 133 of 568
Road Through the SkyWhen I woke up this morningthe road was the same color as the sky,and overnight, my car had grown wings;So instead of driving, I figured I'd fly.Hovering closely to the ground,I wished I could get there faster.My plane barely making a sound,I wished I could get to you faster.My dreams have finally come tru... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating Dating tips from the experts: 1 of 4
Dating tips from dating experts; you've all secretly read them when you see them on websites like MSN.com. They usually say things like, "Don't talk about how many kids you want on a first date," or, "Wear the sexy red dress only if you're looking for a casual, fun relationship, but wear the navy blue one if you're looking fo... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Sunsets: 3 of 11
The sunset always makes me think of God. He is an artist, and the sky is his canvas. The Lord creates these beautiful images and releases them to the entire world, for their comfort and enjoyment. From communist China to free America, a beautiful sunset is a comfort to all who take the time to enjoy it. God's mercy and love i... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Suicide: 133 of 486
HomecomingI wonder, if I knock on that large door to my homeWill the room be black?Or maybe,I wonder if they'd look up from what they're doing with surprise"Why are you here so soon?"I wonder if I'd see my grandpa and my father,Standing there with open arms,I wonder if it'd be locked and lying,Leaving me in the cold to dance ... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: The Devil and God Are Raging Inside me, by Brand New: 2 of 6
Brand New (the band) released a brand new (the adjective) studio album on November 21, 2006 entitled The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me. This is the band's third full album effort, and it definitely offers something brand new. The band released Your Favorite Weapon in 2001. This first album was driven mostly by teenage e... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Camping: 7 of 12
Long, dancing shadows circumnavigate a small fire pit next to a shoddy, shivering mass. The tiny flames can barely breathe in the cold, thin, mountain air. The freeze owns the night, like a thick, dark mist, consuming every minute crack and crevice left open.The flame barely flickers now, and the man's quivering slowly comes ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Casino Royale: 35 of 55
After releasing 20 movies featuring Agent 007 James Bond as the main character, someone finally decided to make a movie after the original Bond story. Casino Royale is based on British author Ian Fleming's first Bond book by the same name. Daniel Craig debuted his performance as the debonair British agent with this film, succ... More..