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Sports & Recreation > Biking Road tripping: Cycling stories straight from the asphalt: 5 of 37
As a child one of the most exhilarating things I enjoyed to do was ride my bicycle. When things bothered me and I needed an out away from the world. I grabbed up my bike, got on it and rode off into relaxation. It seemed that my bike and I were one. The wind rushed past my skin and took with it every worry in my teenage worl... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Facing a storm as a Christian: 8 of 43
My husband and I met as young Christians. God's love was what brought us together. Over the years we have had struggles. We both wanted children. The home, family the dog and the whole nine yards. However things didn't work out that way for us. I was barren and could not conceive. My husband was the last male in his family. ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Speculations & Criticisms Pushing your religion on others: 19 of 71
Religion is one thing and Christianity is another. Being Christ Like means that you live by example. So that pushing your beliefs on others is not even an issue. Trying to make someone else believe something that God has not softened their hearts to hear, will only end in a broken friendship and in some cases pushing a perso... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adoption Is it appropriate for gay couples to adopt children?: 18 of 67
This is such a difficult subject for me, because my faith tells me that homosexuality is not in God's plan. However, I have met Gay couples that I feel would be a blessing to a child's life. One's sexual orientation should not be a requirement in parenting. Nurturing children, feeding them, clothing them, keeping them safe, ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Adopting a child: 10 of 36
I am a 46 year old woman who has dealt with Infertility and the harsh reality of not being able to have my own children. I know the sadness and heartache that this subject can cause. I know the hope and despair that follows each woman's monthly cycle after she has thought "Can I be pregnant" only to find out that "No" just a... More..
Education > College Life Should colleges punish marijuana-smokers more severely than underage drinkers on campus?: 10 of 30
Punishment for breaking rules for illegal substances should be harsh and even. Marijuana and alcohol both have reasons why they are prohibited. Both can cause harm if used unwisely. In today's world kids as young as 10 are experiencing these items. Parents are loosing more and more control of what their children are doing. S... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing for Success The writer's resume: How to appear creative and professional on paper: 2 of 6
There are millions of people out there that have talent. Their inner writer is dreaming of getting out. Finding a pathway to learning to write and be published is not always easy. Fear of being ridiculed and judged by other more established writers, haunts the inspiration of young novices. Not every person who has talent in ... More..
Health & Fitness > Health Risks How to get rid of a cold sore: 15 of 42
Cold sores can be your body's way of telling you to slow down. To much stress over a subject can really create havoc in your digestive system. This often brings on the dreaded cold sore. A cold sore is a type of Herpes. Not one that you should be concerned about such as the STD alternative. However, the small little critter ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods Sending the wrong message to our children by bad parenting: 4 of 9
Children have such a short attention span and yelling is one of the ways to make your child learn to tune you out. So choosing your words and how you say them when disciplining your child is a very important issue. When someone yells it means they are angry and nearly out of control. It triggers disrespect and teaches your c... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should public schools offer courses in the Bible?: 39 of 87
Many people get so politically upset when Church and State issues occur. However, I feel that not teaching religious courses in school does more moral damage than excluding them. Religion is something that is an important choice for every individual to make. What better place to get the history and teachings of religion, tha... More..