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Most of my life has been spent in Africa. My parents immigrated to South Africa when I was but a wee child, moving later to Zimbabwe when it was still known as Rhodesia. Later still, when troubles and terror returned to my beautiful country, my husband and

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Health & Fitness > Nicotine Dependence Should public smoking be allowed?: 3 of 11
If you smoke - does that automatically make you a second class citizen with lesser rights than non-smokers? The arguments for the damaging effects of second hand smoke on other people are far from proven and there is some argument that the increase in cancers supposedly caused by second hand smoking can not be put down to sm... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health What you should know about declawing your cat: 10 of 30

A cat has claws for a very good reason, they are the cat's only defense. It is cruel and in-humane to even consider de-clawing a cat. Not all cats cause extensive damage by clawing furniture, it rather depends on what facilities you, as a responsible owner, can offer your cat to relieve the need to sharpen their claws. I hav... More..
Society & Lifestyle > African & Middle Eastern Culture Commentary: African leaders, corruption and colonialism: 4 of 12
African leaders are power hungry despots because of Africa's past history of colonialism? Why not say Britain's current problems with a binge drinking youth culture is the fault of the Roman invasion and colonisation of England? Or Australia's strict immigration laws are a product of having been Englands last resort penal co... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Seduction: 2 of 6
First Impressions I met a Wolf the other day, with clever wit he bid me play. Dark and dangerous, standing there with wolfish grin and long dark hair. Deceptive tones, an Irish lilt, my heart missed beat, a world on tilt. Such wolfish charm, such dangerous play, I find my thoughts are led astray. Wanton hussy, boldly invitin... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Circle of life: 16 of 47

Holding you in my Hands With these hands I held you as I looked upon your face. So tiny yet so perfect, a stranger to this place. And with these hands I bathed you and washed away your tears. And fed you and cuddled you as you grew up through the years. With these hands I cheered you on, as I watched each rugby match. My hea... More..
Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: The perfect holiday turkey: 9 of 22

While Thanksgiving is a uniquely American celebration, I would imagine that my recipe for the perfect Christmas turkey could be equally applied to both celebrations. First wash the turkey inside and out with a solution of vinegar and water. Do make sure that you have removed the giblets etc from the cavity, put these aside t... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training How to train an unruly dog: 5 of 12

Training your dog should have started when he was a cute, cuddly little puppy. Even a small puppy can learn the basics of good manners and toilet training with food related incentives and a determined, persistent approach from his owner. Shouting and smacking doesn't work. Gentle but firm handling is required. The most commo... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Aging: 44 of 98

The Old Hunter He leaned on the fence with a thoughtful stare, in his golden coat and long blond hair. His mind looking back at the scenes of his past. when his body was young and his paces were fast. As he rested one leg and swished his tail, with one ear cocked for the sound of his pail, he remembered the hunt on a cold wi... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The apocalypse: 32 of 70

Prepare to Meet Thy Doom! The end of the world is nigh! Hear a great gnashing of teeth. Prepare to meet thy doom mankind, As Gaia shrugs her shoulders beneath! Our world spinning out of whack? Or just man's inability to control, Gaia's determined effort to be rid of man trying to kill her soul? Winds will blow, volcanoes eru... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous: 221 of 478

The Mouse in My Garden There's a mouse in my garden, a big one for sure! I saw him tonight as I opened the door. He looked right at me with eyes bright and bold, As he nibbled on bread, thrown out of old. We nodded politely and seemed to agree, there was room in the garden for both him and me! A cat jumped down off the garde... More..