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I prefer solitude to a party, a walk rather than a run, a book to television and my life in color.

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Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Should elderly patients be cared for by family members or by health care professionals?: 2 of 56
This debate would not be a contemporary issue if we each held our traditions and family in the highest regard. People judge nations by how they treat and nurture their elderly and poor. What they see in America are warehouses for our elderly and the poor begging and living on the street. In my life, service equals virtue. My ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love: 59 of 784

"Slowly"Muted tonesNature's mercyVenerableAtmospheric rapportOf just whyThe daystar's fallOvercomes my coreImpending finalityNo repetitionOf this sceneOutline of majestyWith angles of goldCoolness gathersSlips through seamsOf contentmentEvery so slightlyI turn my gazeTo yoursStained with evening'sOchre hueYour breathIlluminat... More..
Other What is the most important question?: 15 of 100

During my half century on this gorgeous green earth I've found that the most important question is the one I never thought to ask. As I've watched the back of a loved one or friend turn and exit the room the one question I could have asked was stuck in my throat. Not because it was a difficult thing to voice, but inexperience... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: If there was a cure for homosexuality: 7 of 31
Can we hope for a cure of heterosexuality as well? Seems to me the innoculation would be interchangable. Now that would be truly interesting. Gives the adage "Walk a mile in my shoes" a whole new meaning. I can think of an entire group of self proclaimed saints I would sign up.Its difficult to comprehend the 'religious' voice... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Should one's faith influence a citizen's vote?: 107 of 307
I believe differently than any religion', but I do believe that people should vote with their conscience. How can one not? One's faith and belief system is at the core of every single decision we make. However, there is a caveat. When the moral majority' began their campaign it was dishonest. Most that subscribed to it were g... More..
Relationships & Family > Marital Conflicts Should spousal consent be required before a married woman has an abortion?: 16 of 39

No one has any control in this life other than their own reactions. That is a fact. No matter how fervently an individual tries to instill their beliefs on others - people will do as they choose. This is true in life, marriage, work, and the world.Marriage is a partnership of two individuals. One that I take seriously and alt... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Characteristics of a good person: 55 of 124

Characteristics of a good person' are partly societal and partly subjective. The philosophy of Karma or sin is embraced by many and a good deterrent to bad behavior. But being a good person is more than abiding by a philosophy or rules. It's a state of mind.The attributes of a good person consist of fairness, responsibility, ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Introspection: 15 of 25
Fibers, by Deborah ChaneyPorous fibers of realityTighten against the softTissue surrounding illusion;My self drawn caricature of life.It is peaceful here in this UniverseOf avoidance - no worry, no stressWhere footfalls never recedeThey only approach gladly.Where laughter echoesDown stairs that take oneNot to darkness - to th... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Seeing beauty: 75 of 110

"Tree Speak"The trees spokeMoving their limbsTo a rhythmMatching my breathWords, uselessSignified deafnessYet, I perceivedThe connectionNature's bondReaching to my soulCausing my headTo nod agreementSweet perfumeOf sweating sapThe creak of barkUpon bark rubbedWhispered needlesOf verdant greenHearken my approachCrunch of musty... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environment (Other) What is more important: Alternative fuels or affordable food?: 12 of 16
In the past, salt, silver and then gold encouraged wars, genocide and invasions by super powers. Hundreds of years from now scholars of history will study us drunk with the power of oil and willing to invade and occupy nations to have our fill. The price and demand of oil controls the prosperity of every citizen whether it is... More..