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Hi, At present we are traveling around australia, we have been away for six months so far with six months to go. Thats why I havent had very much time to write many articles lately. Worst luck. I miss my writing thats for sure.

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Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Pain in life: 14 of 62
Sally had never dreaded anything more than waking up this morning, foolishly hoping for a miracle to happen. Even the oppressive heat and dust did nothing to help her temperament. Her faded blue jeans and cotton blouse clinging to her slim frame. Restless, she flicked the hair off her face and wandered around her yard, knowi... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Having a bad day: 25 of 106
Bad Taste Lazily, Lucy turned over, automatically switching off the alarm knowing it sounded the start to another week. "Well, don't just lie there, move," Claude said, in his usual superior tone of voice. Lucy had heard it all before, in fact every day of their long marriage. Was it only three years?" Every morning was the ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Easy ways your family can "go green": 79 of 319
The challenge to go green is not hard. Our ancestors had been doing most of this before we were born. Global changes have ruined our environment through modern technology. We need to go back to the basics before there were plastic rubbish bags, plastic bottles, and disposable nappies. Your parents, your grandparents, and you... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to save money when travelling: 7 of 28
The most important part of any holiday is to enjoy it. There are so many different ways of doing this. Choose to go by air, drive, camp, motel or cabin stay holidays to name a few. The type of holiday you choose is your decision, although I have listed a few things and tips to help you save money on each of these. Flying to ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Beading & Jewelry Making Tips for selling handmade jewelry on Ebay: 2 of 8
Before you can sell anything on eBay, you have to register. You will need a designated bank account to receive the money from your sales and for eBay to receive payment for your advertising. A safe way to buy and sell in eBay is by using PayPal. Once you have registered then you need to download the eBay turbo lister. This i... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Resolve: 1 of 4
3. Sally and Jake spent the weekend moving their few possessions back into the house, with help from a neighbor, not that they had much to unpack. Neither could believe that Mr Leonard had bought most of the furniture as well, even her Mothers old chair. Sally woke Monday morning and tried to dismiss the nervous feeling in t... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Racing: 1 of 4
Emotion of Speed Rory felt the heat rising off the bitumen in front of his car. A trickle of sweat ran down his face under his multi colored helmet. Thoughts of the other challengers flitted through his head as he waited for the signal to start. He knew most of them from previous meetings. Chuck and Glen were both competitiv... More..
Business > Entrepreneurial Spirit Ways that community involvement can help enlarge your business: 1 of 4
How being involved in your community can help your business, grow. All businesses would benefit from community involvement. The more people knowing where and what your business involves, the more you will sell, and the more turnover and profits you will make. Sponsorship By offering to sponsor any sporting group in your area... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Why regular visits to the vet is necessary for dogs: 1 of 4
Are regular visits to the vet necessary for dogs? Visits to the vet are a necessary part of being a dog owner. 1. If you have just acquired that lovable little pup, then part of accepting it into your family is acknowledging the care and wellbeing of that pet. A young pup needs vaccinating against Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, P... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Overcoming challenges: 9 of 35
Love 4 Chuck's contact wasn't as easy to find as she had expected. Her appointment was for ten thirty. Not wanting to be late, she allowed herself plenty of time. Promptly at ten fifteen, Maggie stepped out of the taxi, only to find a notice in the office window stating that they had moved across the other side of town. They... More..