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I am a sophomore in college, majoring in Journalism. Between High school and college, I spent 4 years in the U.S. Marine Corps.

I started writing when i was in elementary school, albeit short stories, and continued to keep writing while in the Corps.

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Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: What my dog means to me: 141 of 428
I don't want to wake up today. My alarm clock blares an oldies tune; the sleeping beast is roused from his sleep. My miniature Dachshund is defiantly a morning dog. Against my will, my aching muscles pull my body out of bed and I search for his leash.Tail waging, cold nose pressed against my leg like a tiny spear, pushing me ... More..
Computers & Technology > Consumer Electronics (Other) The race: Blu-ray DVD vs. HD DVD format: 8 of 18
The so-called, "Gamers," those 12-20 year old males playing video games in their basements, may have more influence in picking our next video format than anyone gives them credit for. With both sides hording a powerhouse of corporate sponsorship, the industry is looking for anything to produce the tie breaker, a tie breaker t... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Should you smoke in your car?: 31 of 62
Smoking exhaust, smoking tires, and smoking wires. All three of these are normal in a car, albeit probably a race car, but a car none the less. With so many different types of smoking already happening; why not add another?Recently, Minnesota passed a state-wide smoking ban for all buildings including establishments serving a... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Dachshund: 10 of 18
"Thats Oscar, he's my wiener."Of course I would never name a Dachshund (Hot Dog, Wiener Dog) "Oscar." That would be too sad, for the pun would rub off after a fashion and then you are stuck with a dog that has a tired joke for a name.It never fails. Taking our two Mini Dachshunds for a walk, my girlfriend and I become bombard... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Can men and women be "just friends"?: 72 of 125
We all yearn to say yes to this immortal question. I believe the first cave man answered it best with; a grunt, club, and bush behind which caveman carnal knowledge was gained.Men and women can be friends, it does take a considerable amount of will power, but it can be done. There will always be one side which is in some way ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Golf Why it pays to know how to golf: 8 of 13
Everyone has a dream, be it: rock star, poet, bestselling author, or Professional Golfers Association Champion. The vast majority of these dreams go unfulfilled, but does that stop the kid who wants to learn how to play a guitar? Does it stop the creative thinker from picking up a pad and pencil? Should it stop you from picki... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms The youth of today are not ready for the challenges of tomorrow: 32 of 51
As with everything, the problem begins with parenting. The children of today are being raised to "have a relationship" with their parents, when what is best for them is to look to their parents for leadership.In addition, we, as a society, are attempting to build a world where no one loses. Where every kid who tries out for t... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Harry Potter and those who would have the books banned: 5 of 7
It is true that most fundamentalist Christians who view J.K. Rowling's books as work of witchcraft, sorcery, and of course, the Devil, have never actually read them.I was shocked to hear this, the largest detractors of this work are not even familiar with its content!Its one thing to be anti-drug; and never do drugs. Drugs ha... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Growing up: 49 of 65
Reverence When I first understood the word reverence I was not in church, I was not in Sunday school, and I was not, in fact, in any formal learning establishment. I was in a place of great awe and veneration. I as surrounded by the minds of gifted men and women from around the world; understandably, most of them were dead. B... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Humanity: 34 of 36
A New SpeciesWomen are a different species from men. Right out of the womb they may look almost identical, at least when they are in their cute little baby pajamas. Deep within them, however, there is a completely different world. The major differences make themselves known at or around the relatively young age of 3. At this ... More..