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I am so excited to have discovered a site like Helium where we can all share our thoughts, opinions, feelings, and expertise together as a community of aspiring writers! Helium is not only fun, but inspirational and educational. I welcome any feedback or pointers

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Mother: 2 of 213
THE BEACONYou've been in my lifeLike a beacon of lightWhere to turn for directionIn the dark of nightIn the storms and the trialsYour light has shown throughAnd in all situationsShown me what to doI've made some mistakesI'll quickly admitBut mother, you've shown meTo press on and not quitA beacon is lightA direction for hopeB... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates Sex on the first date?: 1 of 88
Most people have been there...that first date crossroads where you feel the chemistry and have to decide whether or not you're going to act on it and have sex. This decision can be made quite a bit more difficult if your hormones have already gotten involved, which they probably have, if you are ready to even consider going... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Dysfunction Dealing with family gossip: 1 of 53
Family, both my own and my husband's, is perhaps the greatest blessing in my life; however, when one bad apple starts to spread worms around about the rest, it can be like a curse. Being a people pleaser by nature, I never want to hurt anyone's feelings so I used to end up hurting everyone's instead. This is because instead o... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving 7 tips on saving money: 3 of 151
As a realtor, I have been forced to figure out ways to cut the fat off my budget since the "collapse" of the housing market. I have been surprised to realize how much overspending I was doing in many areas and how many things could be cut out of my spending entirely. There are many more than seven tips I can share with you, b... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Confessions: 1 of 47
Still in love with youBut it's here that I must stayYou remain within my heartThough miles and miles awayI have a man who loves meA family and a homeBut there are times I lie hereFeeling helpless and aloneI miss the times I spent with youThe way it used to feelTo be kissed with lips of fireAnd held in arms of steelDid it ever... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Today: 2 of 84
Maybe I can't tell youWhat tomorrow holdsAnd we may have to waitTo watch this map unfoldBut today is all that mattersSo let's take our timeAnd never let a second of itPass us byDon't look for tomorrowSome tomorrows never comeWhen it comes to my loveToday you are the oneTomorrow we may not wakeBodies intertwinedAnd this may be... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Justice System Deciding on more severe punishments for sex offenders and child abusers: 1 of 41
Three years ago, I was unfortunate enough to get to see our legal system in action in a child sex abuse case. I was, prior to that, fairly uneducated on how the system worked...or failed to work. I had many things explained to me over the course of the investigation and trial that I needed to become educated on, whether I wan... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Religion: 1 of 41
CAN I STILL CALL YOU LORDverse 1:When I stumble, when I fallWhen I don't hear you at allCan I still call you LordWhen I've walked awayFrom the path, I've strayedCan I still call you LordI feel so cold and aloneLike a child away from homeAnd the darkness seems to close me inIs your covering still thereUntil I come to you in pr... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Why a stable home life is important for children: 1 of 40
Children are like little sponges, absorbing everything, both the good and the bad, that goes on around them. If their home life is stable and full of the good things that make a family happy and healthy, the sponge will be useful and productive as time goes on and they start their own family. If the family is full of strife, ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds The best dogs for apartment living: 1 of 38
If you are an apartment dweller and also a lover of dogs, don't be discouraged into thinking that you can't have both. You can! There are certainly many breeds who do quite well in apartments and will provide you with years of companionship and love if you prepared to take care of them in the way that they need and deserve. A... More..