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About me - Ronda Heard

I've been writing poetry since the age of six.

I am a classically trained singer. I have performed in 8 operas and 2 musicals.

I love to cook/bake. My specialty is brownies. I'm blessed to have the ability to throw ingredients together and end up with a fabulous

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Style & Beauty > Makeup Guide to mineral makeup: 5 of 13
Mineral makeup is all the rage these days. In fact it seems to be the best thing since sliced bread. There are so many different brands of mineral makeup that deciding which one to try can be quite confusing. Here are some tips to make shopping a little easier. 1. What exactly is mineral makeup? Mineral makeup is made from n... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Nature's seasons: 63 of 158
Nature's Cry Water falls like tears While Nature cries out for peace As we drift along More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Cooking & Meal Planning Making healthy choices at a Chinese take-out restaurant: 3 of 7
There are many tempting and mouthwatering dishes on the menus of most Chinese restaurants - not all of which are good for you. In fact, some of them can be loaded with fat, calories and salt. However, there are also healthy and delicious things to please your palate. Here are a few suggestions. 1. Skip the fried rice and/or ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Tips on finding Lego sets at discount prices: 3 of 7
Lego. Ah, the very mentioning of the name brings back red, blue and yellow colored memories. Gone forever are the days of simple squares and rectangles. Lego blocks can be found in many different colors and shapes. They can also be quite pricey. Some can cost upwards of $300! So how do you give the Lego maniacs on your list ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals How to avoid the quarter-life crisis: 6 of 12
Ambitious. Invincible. Unstoppable. These are just a few words that come to mind when I think of being a 25 year old. You've got it all together, you know where you're going and you know how to get there. Then, CRASH! Life happens. One of your parents becomes deathly ill, your fianc decides that he or she isn't ready to sett... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Race: 28 of 40
BROKEN DOWN PALACE This ol' cabin, tattered and torn Our wooden palace, weathered and worn. Friendship found and love born. One special, secret, summer morn. Nothing could harm us in this place. This broken down, savage, sacred space. Virginity given and taken with haste. Locked in passion's intimate embrace. Mother, father,... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy What to do about personality clashes in a school environment: 7 of 10

In order to deal with personality clashes one must first know what the personalities or temperaments are. The four basic personality types are Sanguine, Choleric, Phlegmatic and Melancholy. Generally speaking, everyone is a mixture of at least two of these. However, one will be more dominate than the other. Let's start with ... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Classic hip-hop songs: 3 of 4

The rap genre has evolved so much from it's inception on the streets some 30 years ago. It has been transformed into what is now known as hip hop. It has grown from basic beats and simple lyrics to complex rhythms and sounds that range from jazz to zydeco to opera and almost everything in between. When I think of "classic" h... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Haiku: 227 of 299
WINTER WALTZ Icy baton raised. Down beat of wind sends snowflakes Twirling on tip toes. SPRING SONATA April marched in time To the Sun's beaming rhythm. With Rain quickly on her heels. SUMMER SYMPHONY Thunder's tympani Booms across the horizon. Summoning the rain. AUTUMN ALLEMANDE Leaves of red and gold On legs of a fragrant... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment Holiday sports gift ideas for teen girls: 4 of 5

Finding the right gift for a teen girl can be a daunting task. Let alone if she is an athlete or is really into sports. There are a few things you need to know before you start shopping. What are her likes and dislikes? Does she play a specific sport? If so, what equipment is needed for peak performance? If not, what sports ... More..