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I am returning to the Helium fold after taking a break from writing for about a year due to a change in personal circumstances, and a concentration on other activities, which

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Depression: 45 of 694
Thanks DoctorI remember the day so clearlyA teenage boy before your eyesYou handed out a life sentenceForce feeding me your liesChemical imbalanceThese pills will make things rightTrusted trained professionalAdding pressure to my plightIt's funny though as I recallI came to you with stressYou handed me the big bad DAnd left m... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Soccer Is Capello the right man for the England job?: 1 of 15
Fabio Capello has been described as the man with a bigger ego than the players and with the current England squad, his ego needs to be as big as his reputation in the game. He is a man with presence and a single minded winning mentality, that will act as a wake up call for a National team guilty of failing to reach their pote... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Soccer Will Sam Allardyce succeed with Newcastle United?: 2 of 18
Sam Allardyce guided Bolton Wanderers to a level that few outside the club would ever have imagined. They were often branded as a long ball team and seemed to be an unfashionable footballing outfit. Each year 'Big Sam' improved the status of this northern club with his own brand of gritty determination, whilst bringing in pla... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Freedom: 33 of 283
Rules of FreedomComplicate my life if you wishIt won't keep me from my pathContinuing on peacefullyAs I sing and dance and laugh.Your rules will not defeat meDamn you and your controlStake claims upon my bodyBut you'll never take my soul.The hamster wheel of life rolls onDon't get caught in the spinDeny the truth inside youAn... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures Emo culture: It is not something to worry about: 1 of 6
It would be easy to climb aboard the band wagon and watch as the hype of the media gathers pace, proclaiming Emo's as a serious threat to society. I feel it is better to look at this non-issue from an open mindset. These are predominantly young adults associated with a specific musical style and the supposed lifestyle that co... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The first time: 6 of 35
The First TimeI recall the first timeI was caught swearing by my DadThe neighbour's dog came at meAnd I was raging madIt snapped around my anklesIt's teeth bared, I lost my head.I could hardly kick the dog awaySo I swore at it instead.It quickly turned and ran awayI had a smile from ear to ear.Then I saw my Dad in the windowA... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Father: 22 of 128
AN ODE FROM FATHER TO SONThe best ever son that a father could wishWith a ten year addiction to chuck one off from the wrist.Growing ever more like me with the passing of daysWith your constant mood changes and cynical ways.The receding hairline you cover with a hat,Devoid of grooming you are hairy and fat.You shout at the TV... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports Celebrities Will the Beckhams be able to give their children a normal life in America despite media attention?: 3 of 17
The children of David and Victoria Beckham have never experienced a normal life since they were born; whether in England or in Spain. I can only see one possible outcome now that the family live in America and that is a continuation of the patterns already in pace.Their father is one of the most iconic footballers that has ev... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Homeless: 28 of 152
Angel of the StreetGuardian of the doorwayFaithful servant by his sideI need money not your pity reads his signI can feel his sense of pride.Watching people disapprovinglyPass by with shaking headTheir judgement pollutes the city airNot a single word is said.I've seen enoughAnd make a stand,I pat his dogAnd shake his handWe b... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories Console reviews: The Nintendo Wii: 11 of 58
A few months ago was my first experience of the incredibly over hyped Nintendo Wii, after my sister had recently splashed out on one for her and the kids. On the face of it seems like a good idea, but I didn't really feel the excitement of it all. Even watching the kids playing, laughing and occasionally crying failed to alte... More..