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Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Being complete as a woman without a man: 3 of 49
Think very carefully before you answer this question: Do you flit from one relationship to the next with little space in between? Many people do. It's natural to want to be in love and to be loved in return. I did it for years-one lover after another, hoping for something that would last. I wanted the fairy tale. The problem... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Drug addiction: 5 of 38
Statistics on drug addiction, or perceived addiction in this country are grim. Few seek help for this disease for a variety of reasons including, not being ready to stop using, cost or insurance barriers and social stigma-the top three. What I found most intriguing was this: The number one most abused drug is alcohol by far;... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: How to tell if you are becoming a crazy cat lady: 1 of 7
I have cats and I know that I'm fast becoming the crazy cat lady. In fact, I am certain that I'm at least three quarters of the way there. Everybody else has been accusing me for years of being an eccentric when it comes to my animals but I used to shrug it off. Now it's getting much harder to ignore. See for yourself. I thi... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Should teens be given a curfew by parents?: 1 of 6
Curfew laws have been in place since I was a child. Are they effective? Most cities agree they are very effective. Are curfew laws fair? Not only are they unfair; they are unconstitutional and violate the rights of our kids and their parents. I live in a quaint little desert town with a teen population who is bored beyond te... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Going to the doctor's office: 8 of 41
The worst part about visiting the doctor is the meticulous grooming required, pre-exam. Women are especially paranoid because we have to get naked for our yearly. Timing our hygiene routine is imperative. God forbid we should take a long hot shower, only to find that twenty minutes later we have to have a bowel movement! The... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Family Law Resolving the child support system in America: 10 of 46
The strain on a custodial parent is enormous. She bears the greater responsibility for the emotional, physical and psychological well being of her children. She is, after all the one who touches their lives on a daily basis. She also has to provide adequate housing, food and clothing at enormous expense. A price far greater ... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs Easy to grow veggies: 4 of 18
How To Grow A Garden Anywhere Even if you live in the city, have no space and precious little time for weeding; you too can enjoy the delicious bounty of freshly plucked fruits and vegetables. A container garden is the perfect answer. You can be creative with empty milk jugs, coffee cans-anything made of a sturdy material th... More..
Other The world's funniest joke: 25 of 108
Three southern belles were sitting on the porch in the afternoon sun, sipping mint juleps and playing cards. One interrupted the silence, "Girls, did you know there are women who kiss other women on the lips?" They gasped, "Oh my, that's shocking. What would you call them?" "Well," she looked cautiously from side to side and... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Understanding why people stereotype: 11 of 44
What's Your Type? Stereotypes exist because on some level they're true. That's right, I said it and I'm not backing down. I've always thought political correctness was just a smoke screen for cowards anyway. Now that we've gotten that out in the open, let's have some fun. Have you ever noticed that stereotypes are only offen... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Lifestyles & Trends Does fame equal destructive lifestyles: 3 of 12
Power Working on Weak Minds The rich and famous seemed plagued by addiction and mental break down. Is it the fame or were they always at risk for a melt down? Celebrities of the past were also fighting personal demons. The difference now is the vast media coverage and the outspoken honesty of the popular stars of today. Beca... More..