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Home & Garden > Home Interior Are kitchen islands a necessity or a convenience?: 1 of 21
Growing up, my grandmother and my mother did not have a kitchen island in their kitchens. I remember the fondest memories in the kitchen. As an adult, I lived without a kitchen island until 3 months ago. I did not know how I survived before without it.The kitchen island is my next best friend, after the dishwasher. I do every... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Racial inequality or oppression: Do they truly exist in today's society?: 4 of 50
By default, the human is bound to stereotype and discriminate. As thinking beings, we have beliefs and opinions. We are also attracted to power, to rule and control our surroundings. With the unequal distribution of power and wealth in today's society, iis only natural to stereotype and discriminate.History has shown how men ... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs Are virtual relationships taking precedence over real life relationships?: 12 of 39
We have become so dependent on technology, so why not spend time on virtual relationships? There have been plenty of stories of virtual relationships that eventually turned into wonderful, loving and lasting real life relationships.Virtual relationships creates a psychological safety net and is easier to handle than real life... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles Is the American dream open to everyone: 14 of 35
I came to America 3 years ago with a dream. I wanted to graduate with an American degree, earn a job on the American soil and live an American dream. How naive I was. Since I arrived, I've seen many international students forced to return to their home country. All of us had the American dream. Nonetheless, it seems out of re... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Life: 91 of 183
At 22, I have yet to feel wise enough to explain about life. I am, however, at crossroads with my life now.I left home at 19 to study abroad. Being away from your loved ones definitely forces you to grow up much quicker than you want to. For better or worse, I do not know.I learned to let go of family and friends to pursue my... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice The essential packing list for day trips to theme parks: 18 of 31
For a cheap price, one can experience many roller coaster rides of feelings in a theme park. If you want to feel that knotted stomach jump out from your mouth, you don't have to go skydiving. Just hop on a corkscrew.Theme parks make great vacation destinations, especially for families. There are some essential items that one ... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette How to set a formal table: 2 of 3
It is an occasion worthy of your best china, crystal and silver. But where do the pieces go? Setting a formal table is not as difficult as it looks. Sure, there are a lot of pieces to arrange, but everything is set up for convenience. Here are some tips to help you prepare for your special occasion.For formal dinners, a white... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: To trust or not: 34 of 46
I have difficulty trusting others, especially those dear and close to me. It is contradictory, one would have imagined that it is easier to trust those closer to you. I grew up watching my parents wrestled with trust issues. My father had cheated on my mother on several occasions, I never knew the number of times. Nevertheles... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Heartbreak: 7 of 9
You said we needed time apart. You said I gave up first. You said we needed to think this through. You said you wanted to break up.For the past two years, they had been the best times in my life. I know I am not an easy person to be with. And I love you for putting up with me and still loving me despite my flaws. I thought yo... More..