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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

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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..
Education > Education (Other) Tips for saving money on kids' school clothes: 3 of 20
Step away from the yard sale, Mom! Your kids do NOT want hand me down clothing for a new school year! Part of the fun in entering a brand new school year, is to walk the halls in pride with at least a few new clothing items. Clothes can be so expensive, however, so what is any self respecting parent to do? As a mother of fou... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Artist profile: Jay-Z: 1 of 6
"I am not a businessman, I am a business, man!". These words were proclaimed by hip-hop star Jay-Z when he first realized the vast success of his career. He had come a long way as a single mother's child from the poor streets of Brooklyn. Jay-Z was born Shawn Corey Carter in New York in 1969. His father abandoned the family ... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care Treating yellowing nails: 1 of 6
Yellow nails are not only unbecoming, but they may be a symptom of a medical condition! Here are some things to keep in mind if your finger or toe nails have taken on a "yellowish" hue: Yellow fingernails only are probably stained from cigarette smoking (nicotine), hair dye, or even medications (check with your doctor). Some... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care Homeopathic toenail fungus remedies: 1 of 6
If you have noticed that your toenails are looking a little yellow, or the nail seems thickened or too hard, you may have a fungus. Toenail fungus is like athlete's foot, and can be picked up in public showers/pools, workplaces, lockerrooms, or anywhere that is moist and warm. Luckily , there are a few homeopathic "recipes" ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Does the US Patriot Act undermine Americans' freedoms?: 4 of 22
"Those who are willing to give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither, and will lose both." Benjamin Franklin uttered those words centuries ago, as our nation was thrust into the American Revolution. He , and our other forefathers understood the importance of civil liberties, and the need to retai... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Longing: 83 of 428
My father abandoned my family when I was one, leaving my mother to raise three kids on her own. I wrote this at age 17 about my constant longing for someone to call Dad. DADDY'S LITTLE GIRL Waiting by the door, listening for the phone... Wanting nothing more , than for Daddy to come home. Watching all the cars, driving by so... More..
Entertainment > TV News & Commentary What do we expect from an American Idol?: 4 of 20
The show "American Idol" is alot of fun to watch. We see the best and worst of singing talent around the USA and it provides many conversations around the water cooler at work. We all want to know who will be voted off next, what the contestants will be wearing and if Paula will be loopy, or Simon will cut someone to the bon... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails Drink recipes: Sidecar: 2 of 9
The "Sidecar" cocktail was invented during WWI , when a regular customer at the Ritz Hotel in Paris, arriving in a motorcycle sidecar kept demanding a drink that would "warm him up". The bartender at first was stumped, and the customer unhappy, but after many trials this delicious drink was concocted. This recipe was develop... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Food: 33 of 139
Men. The supposed "stronger" sex. They aren't afraid of lions, bears, war, fighting or creepy crawly things that make most of the "fairer sex" cringe. Of course, when the truth is known we understand that men are deathly afraid of things that we women are not: marriage , commitment, and diapering babies are a few examples. B... More..