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I am a 22 year old Texas born and Raised lady! Although you will find no traces of "Red Neck" or "cowgirl" in me, I love it here! I believe myself to be very creative, I always have something to talk about, and I always hold strong to my beliefs and opinions!

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Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning How to plan a bridal shower: 2 of 8
Planning a bridal shower is a lot like planning the wedding itself. Start with the foundation of the party:THE SIZE! How big do you want this to be? Like 30 people or closer to 10? Do you want to invite the traditional guests? (Grandmother, mother, BFF, bridesmaids, and other women) Is your fiance going to be a part of it? (W... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Healing The key ingredients for grasping a second chance in life: 90 of 282
Mistakes, everyone has made at least one in their life. Unfortunately, some are more sever than others when it comes time for consequence, causing need for the dreaded second chance. Sometimes it's a financial mistake, such as taking out an impossible loan, missing a credit card payment, or being unable to pay a bill. Sometim... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Tips to avoid wedding stress: 10 of 29
I believe that Pre-Wedding stress is unavoidable. Whether you elope, have a small informal ceremony, or an elaborate evening of elegance. Instead I propose you try to reduce the stress rather than avoid it all together, lest you get so wrapped up in avoiding stress altogether that you forget to plan your wedding! There are a ... More..
Health & Fitness > Substance Abuse Club drugs: What parents need to know: 5 of 11
Take it from a clubbing veteran, if you trust your child to go out to a party and you don't know the kids there, or the parents, or any of the important details, your child has a susceptibility to using club drugs. On the other hand, my parents knew all that and I still managed to get into things I shouldn't have been into. T... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Debt Good debt vs. bad debt: Is there such a thing?: 15 of 29
Good debt and bad debt, is there such a thing? It's truly a matter of perspective. For example, a pessimist might say all debt is bad and ask why you would want to owe anyone anything at all. Where as an optimist such as I might go down a different path, asking what the debt is for. I find it difficult to believe that one cou... More..
Relationships & Family > Newlyweds The best books for newlyweds: 7 of 13
If you're really into the self help books, and a do-it-yourself person, then I highly recommend "The 5 Love Languages" by Garry Chapman.My pre-marital councilor/officiant/best friends grandfather gave this book to me and my husband as a wedding gift. The book is about 5 major love languages, a love language being the way in w... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to set up a budget: 41 of 72
A budget can be the biggest headache of your life, but it doesn't have to be. Set aside some time to get yourself together. Sit down with a pad of paper and a pen and make lists, lists and more lists. You need a list of all your committed expenses such as: utilities, rent, car insurance, cable TV/Satellite, internet, cell pho... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) Personal finance: How to be smart with your money: 15 of 26
The question on just about every responsible yet financially unsuspecting persons mind is: How can I be smart with my money? Well there is an obvious answer....Budget it of course. But what if this is your first time to have the privilege of financial Independence? Well, then you have a few obstacles to deal with first. For t... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Tips for balancing a busy life: 18 of 31
Wake up, grab some coffee, drive to work in morning rush hour traffic, work all day, come home change clothes, go to the gym and get a decent work out in, go back home start dinner, watch a little TV, and still there is laundry, dishes, grocery shopping, unpacking, setting up and more to be done. What's a person with a respec... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) The greatest comeback story: 120 of 193
Picture a girl, 5' 9" and only 108 pounds. Picture her staggering into her probation office for reporting. She sits wild eyed in the chair across from the desk, with dried blood under her nose, hair stringy and unwashed, clothes wrinkled and dirty. Then, when asked what's going on, no matter how hard she tries to keep it in a... More..