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I am a woman who life may have passed by...my husband was killed in a car accident , leaving me with four young children to raise. Life is a challenge , but an adventure. My writing and my offspring keep me going. If there are any hot older gentlemen out there,

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Darkness: 13 of 227
TORMENT There is a broken window at the front of my abode. It leads the way into my broken house, symbolic of the broken life that I have lead. There are ants in my front yard, welcoming me home to all the other demons that have plagued me for years. Those lifetime ghosts, that no earthly intervention can get rid of, or defea... More..
Other What is the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you?: 27 of 352
About a year ago, I joined an online dating service. I carefully filled out my personality profile, making deliberate note to point out my favorite foods, movies , hobbies, and what I was looking for in a mate. I had a little difficulty uploading my photographs, as I hadn't saved my jpeg files with easy titles, but finally g... More..
Education > Special Education Family activities to improve reading in children: 3 of 35
As a teacher (for 20-plus years now!), many parents have asked the age-old question: "How can I help my child become a better reader?". Though learning styles are as vastly different as the children who possess them, here are some ideas/activities to help improve your child's reading ability.* Have a family game night. There... More..
Education > School Bullying & Violence How to keep a child safe in school: 1 of 11
When I first began teaching in 1985, life was a bit more simple. A certain innocence existed and parents felt relatively safe sending a child off with his shiny new backpack and freshly sharpened pencils. Now, with several school tragedies, many parents wonder if the sad events at Columbine, Virginia Tech, and other schools c... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Holiday fashion gift ideas for teen girls: 1 of 11
My daughter is a fifteen year old sophomore in high school. I am a 42 year-old , single mother of four (read that as: I am so uncool). The "darling little outfits" that I purchased a few years back for my daughter, would be greeted with frowns this Christmas. I am also, apparently, the most unfashionable mom on the block when... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories What is an onesie?: 1 of 10
As a mother of four, I think the "onesie" is the best invention since sliced bread (okay, maybe that is a bit dramatic)! Though the term Onesie is legally owned by Gerber products, a onesie is a bodysuit. It is a t-shirt that is elongated, and snaps/buttons at the crotch to cover baby's diaper. They normally are made of cott... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Knowing when it's best to leave words unsaid: 4 of 36
My grandmother used to say "If you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all." Boy, was she right! I have learned that nothing good ever seems to come from being negative (or at least expressing that negativity out loud). It isn't that we need to be blindly ignorant, or even seem so. Constructive discussion has ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories Tips for buying a high chair for your baby: 1 of 9
The family table is an important place. It creates not only a chance for nourishment, but also a time of discussion, family bonding and interaction. Your baby should be part of this too! When purchasing a high chair there are several things to keep in mind: safety, cost, and practicality. Let's discuss each of these requirem... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories How to choose a baby crib mattress: 1 of 8
Size doesn't matter (well, not in choosing a crib mattress, anyway)! Almost all crib mattresses are a standard size (51 5/8" to 27 1/4"). There are three basic kinds of mattresses: foam, inner spring and organic. The foam mattresses contain a polyurethane inside, and the inner spring contain small coils. Organic mattresses (... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care What to expect from a pedicure: 1 of 8
I used to think that pedicures were for rich ladies only. The ones that sit on satin pillows and eat bon bons. (Where do you get those things anyway?) Then , two years ago, my coworkers bought a gift certificate for me to get my first pedicure...and BOY...I have been hooked ever since! They make me feel special and pampered,... More..