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I used to think that I would grow up some day and become wise and know it all. I used to think that I would become Holy. But I now understand that even if these things did happen, I don't have the capacity to understand them, and therefore, would likely miss

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Self-reflection: 6 of 485
A Faded pair of Blue JeansGive me a faded pair of jeansAnd a worn out flannel shirtA beat up pickup truckFull of rocks and dirtA pocket watch with handsThat only tells the timeA place where kids can yellAnd it ain't called a crimeLet me live in the countryWhere we can all be freeWhere life's a little slowerAnd people want to ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environment (Other) Is it fair to ask underdeveloped countries to "go green" when many advanced industrial countries owe their success to destructive environmental practices?: 1 of 33
Is it fair to ask underdeveloped countries to "go green" when many advanced industrial countries owe their success to destructive environmental practices?My father used to say, "Son life is not fair," and he often pointed out that fairness doesn't necessarily mean that the one who has less gets more. Often, in the real world,... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Aging: 5 of 97
Do you think about it?Death I mean.Yes, every day.Every day?Yes, every day. In fact, multiple times every day.Why do you suppose that is?I'm getting older you know.Perhaps it's because I'm tired.Tired? Tired of what?Oh, I don't know.Breathing, dealing with conflict, trying to satisfy.Hm. Hm. -I'll have to think about that.It'... More..
Computers & Technology > Operating Systems Comparing Windows and Linux: 3 of 27
The Great Windows - vs - Linux DebateDisclaimer:As with all my writings, these are merely my humble opinions. They may be drawn from years of experience, but they are still just my opinions. If you don't agree, that's ok. If you work for Microsoft legal department, remember, there is no law against stating your opinion. If yo... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Stories about imaginary places for children: 2 of 14
Journey to Metaphor For Sam, the world is a wild and dangerous place. Opening his front door thrusts him violently from a warm safe haven, into the chaos of wilderness fraught with unknown terrors. Every flutter of leaf is a potential threat. Every face may be an enemy. Walking to the stable, he is aware of the giant soldier ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: War: 8 of 55
Brothers in Arms 1"These mist covered mountainsAre a home now for me" Brothers in Arms [Dire Straits]The musty smell of decaying vegetation hung in the moist tropical air. Dean Crenshaw lay silently and listened to the pervasive hum of insects. From high above came the whoop and titter of jungle wildlife. Although it was clos... More..
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance Easiest way to recover lost data from your hard drive: 1 of 5
Computers and TechnologyData RecoveryIt once was lot, but now it's foundIntroductionWhen computers begin to fail, it's the data on the hard drive that is important. Software can be easily replaced, but pictures of the kids, your taxes, letters and e-mails and other data can be lost forever if the wrong things are done.The ear... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A blank life: 7 of 28
Empty PalletThe pallet is empty, the canvas blank. The muse is silent. There is no inspiration. Boredom descends like an overpowering, humid blanket that presses down, ever down. It seems to obscure any avenue or trail that might lead out of the doldrums. Just one oar in the water, That's all. Put just one oar in the water. A... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Taking a stand: 3 of 11
Just another Old GuyJust another Old GuySittin' on a benchHaving spent a lifetimeStraddling the fenceSeems like things were betterIn the years that have passed byBut somehow the worlds got darkerAnd it makes me wonder whyNow that I can see itI fear that it's too lateNow That shadows fallenWhy was I satisfied to waitBut the wo... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Rain: 13 of 35
A place of comfort Comfort implies more to me than being physically at ease. It is an internal state as much as anything. It implies that I am mentally at rest, but not necessarily secure, not the absence of things that cause discomfort. It is finding a place where I can be internally at rest and satisfied. A place that is ... More..