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Politics, News & Issues > Soccer Assessing Lucas Neill's transfer to West Ham United: 2 of 3
Thanks to the 2006 World Cup, Lucas Neill became a household name due to the cultured performances he put in for the Australian team. Such defensive displays led to a host of clubs across Europe being linked with signing the then Blackburn Rovers defender. Barcelona were rumored to be heading the race to sign Neill, but no f... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Nature: 431 of 632
I Am Nothing in Your Vastness Rugged vast and daunting You stand before me silent awe-inspiring Forever challenging me to climb upon And struggle up your razor edge To peaks so free the wind is bound Ten thousand rows of trees on rugged ground Herds of hardy beasts roam To the mercy of the lakeland fell. Cascading contradict... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: War: 390 of 544
Bird In Flight Bird in flight. Feathers bright, Wingspan stretched. Reflect the light. Time stands still. The world moves free, Music sweet between the trees. Calling out. Crying loud Innocence among the clouds. Swirling winds. Falling tides Living roller coaster ride. Seas of blue. Sands of gold. Memories of days of old. Ge... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Nonsense: 105 of 140
A Goldfish Dream One day a goldfish jumped out of a stream And came to Earth with just one dream Something that would totally change his life This goldfish wanted a human wife He wanted to live and breathe on land And to walk in the park with his wife, fin in hand He wanted to be famous and work on TV But he was tragically s... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: When I think of you: 47 of 56
When I Think Of You When I think of the Ocean I think of you Natural unpredictable and pure. When I think of the moon I think of you Illuminating the night sky as you do with my life. When I think of the wind I think of you The music in the air like your sweet, soft voice. When I think of the sun I think of you So bright and... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Childhood memories: 342 of 391
Goodbye Childhood I was kneeling on the floor My sister laid singing on the bed When the bedroom door swung open To reveal two faces filled with dread. Come downstairs you said because You had something to say Now please it's important It cannot wait all day. Downstairs we walked into the room As our Mum started to say The t... More..
Sports & Recreation > English Soccer How to improve England's football team?: 28 of 32
In the appointment of Fabio Capello as the new head coach we are witnessing a regime change at a time when a complete overhaul of the England football team is needed. Capello's reputation and success in the game can only act as a positive influence in challenging and changing the under-achieving losing mentality experienced ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous: 433 of 478
Stranger in a Bath Walking in the park one day There was a stranger in my way, Approaching him, I start to laugh As he is sitting in a bath. Upon his head a bright red hat Whatever should I think of that? The only thing to keep him warm, From the day that he was born. Passing him, I turn and stare As I realise that he has no... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Helping a friend who has the blues: 35 of 35
The best thing anyone can do for a friend suffering the blues is to be a real friend. That may seem obvious, but at a time of hardship, whatever the reason, a friend suffering the blues needs support, understanding, patience, time and if necessary space. If a fiend says they do not want to discuss it, back off, but let them ... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands When rock legends sell out: 19 of 19
Exactly what deems someone to be branded a 'sell out' depends entirely on the perception of each person. Some fans or musical followers will consider that when an underground band or unsigned act signs a record deal, becomes more marketable, and heads into the mainstream that they have 'sold out'. It's an odd notion to consi... More..