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Living in Maryland with my husband and children, I find myself feeling rather content. Writing was always a hobby, something I did in my spare time, when I wasn't swamped with my career in the medical field, my family, and life in general. But, now staring

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Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Surviving domestic violence: 10 of 88
When I was seven, my mother got rid of our two dogs. My best friends in the world at that time. I was heartbroken and understandably upset. I had no idea, at the time, why she had done such a thing. Later in life, I found out she had found them new homes because she was intending to leave my father, with me and my two sisters... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Should Christian churches allow gays to be ordained as priests?: 28 of 128
Let me first be very clear in expressing the belief that every individual has the right to choose their own lifestyle. God himself gave us the right to choose the path of our lives. Far be it from me to judge another person for their lifestyle choice. But He also gave us guidelines to live by if we wanted to be pleasing in Hi... More..
Relationships & Family > Divorce & Legal Issues Should it be compulsory for couples to sign a prenuptial agreement before marriage?: 12 of 52
Alright, everyone, can we please start treating marriage as the permanent institution it was meant to be? When did we lose faith in our own judgment so completely? When did we so blindly allow society to influence our perceptions of marriage? A prenuptial agreement may be appropriate at times, but not for the majority of coup... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas Dating difficulties for the larger woman: 2 of 8
The road hazards along the great dating highway are plentiful. Adding into the equation another drawback, such as a larger body, can present even greater obstacles for the single woman. As women in today's society, we all want to fit into the mold presented by the media and the masses, and we stop looking at our individual be... More..
Relationships & Family > Online Dating Tips for getting started with online dating services: 3 of 7
Well, you've finally given in and decided to do the very thing you had sworn to yourself you would never do. You've caved under the pressure of half your friends and family who have been nagging you about "just trying" it.You're ready to try online dating! It's all a mystery to you. It's a world wide arena of dating possibili... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Emergency lighting and the benefits of having it: 1 of 1
The wind was really kicking up and the rain was pounding relentlessly against the windows. I had barely had the thought of perhaps going in search of a few candles, than the power went out, naturally before I could do anything about obtaining a light source while there was still light. Ironic. We need light to find light. And... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values The importance of good manners: 23 of 39
Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, people treated one another with courtesy and respect, and the world was good. When did that change so drastically? Somewhere between the free-love of the sixties and the focus-on-self nineties which then rolled into our current state of neediness and instant self-gratification blende... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Satire: What I wish you would give my teen for the holidays: 15 of 25
All I want for Christmas is...a teen that skips right past the teen years, and launches directly into the more reasonable and rational young adulthood. Is that realy so much to ask, Santa? I myself have been a very good girl all year. I've been patient and understanding, bitten my tongue nearly in half when I wanted to scream... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope Teaching children how to resist peer pressure: 6 of 9
When I was a young teen, my mother always said her work was mostly done. I had more privileges than most my age and it seemed I was the only one not being grounded every weekend. I'm certainly not complaining about lack of punishment, but rather pointing out the difference of what a good upbringing, early on, can make. From a... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Simple ways to save money during the holidays: 38 of 56
In the very best of times, holiday expenses can be a burden expense can be a burden we've all faced. The gifts, entertaining and travel can all lead to empty wallets by the end of the season. With a pinch of ingenuity, and a dab of planning, you can spice up your holiday without overcooking your budget. For a financially guil... More..