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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Childhood: 9 of 134
Once I was a childIn a world of wondrous splendorWith lollipops and lemon drops,And dripping ice cream cones.Stuffed giraffes once held tightAnd teddy bears, cuddly delight.Dolls with ribbons in shiny hair,Frilly dresses to wash and wear.Scooter cars and wagons,Tricycles with wobbly wheels.Skinned knees and cuts and bruisesBo... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Tips for throwing a party: 4 of 30
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. This holds especially true when serving food at a formal buffet or a potluck supper. Whether setting a buffet table from your own kitchen or arranging dishes for a potluck supper, appearance can change a culinary mistake into a masterpiece. Space permitting, the buffet table should be pla... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Your favorite verse in the Bible, and what it means to you: 37 of 252
"... Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me." (Isaiah 49:16)Sometimes, if we are watchful, the scriptures will come to life for us and change our course forever.I was a single woman, enjoying the sexual freedom of the day. Though told by my doctors that I could never conceiv... More..
Travel > Vacations Which is a better summer vacation spot: The beach or the mountains?: 8 of 52
Choosing between mountains and beach for vacation?Set that deliberation aside and begin by defining vacation.For the working "stiff", it is understood that vacation should be recess from the rat race, a sabbatical from stress and abandonment of anxiety.Crowds of people, noises and movement are exciting and exhilarating. The b... More..
Relationships & Family > Online Dating Dating for the disabled: 1 of 5
My husband and I met six years ago when I was his pharmacy technician. He was a stroke victim and the physical effects were obvious.His right hand was frozen in a seized position against his chest. He had difficulty walking. His balance was severely affected and his right leg was weak. He basically has to fling it ahead of th... More..
Health & Fitness > Heart Disease & Heart Attack Life after a stroke: 2 of 9
Dating a Stroke Survivor: Addressing Self Image and SexualityAccording to the Stroke Recovery Association (SRA) the possible and normal sexual consequences of a stroke include:* a diminished self-image and self-esteem,* fear of being rejected or no longer being loved,* emotional and relationship changes that may alter interes... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Is it possible to be too religious: 9 of 39
"A fanatic is onewho can't change his mind andwon't change the subject." (Winston Churchill)Loss of balance and moderation in religious expression is a condition that any person of any conviction can acquire. Religious zealots, each with unshakeable conviction, have been present in all ages of history. Only the names have bee... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife Definitions of hell: 26 of 101
Hell is a place of torment for the wicked and the permanent location of those who are not redeemed by the atonement of Jesus Christ.The conditions of hell are described throughout scripture and literature as "the fire that never shall be quenched", "everlasting torment", "endless punishment", "ceaseless burning" and "a lake o... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Reflections: Can Mormons be considered Christians: 5 of 19
"All I know is that if it wasn't for Jesus Christ, I would be dead".For almost half an hour, he had listened politely as a "friend" berated him for becoming a Mormon. He had muttered a few "ums" and "ohs" to indicate that he was still listening and had not fallen asleep. I could only imagine the barrage of accusations. I had ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Communication: 7 of 24
If words were all we hadHow little we could say.Your eyes they speak, your handsa touch, a tear, a glance my way.If words were all we hadHow empty time could be.A warm embrace, a brushof check, a kiss, a sigh for me.If words were all we hadHow lonely space would be.A rush, a wind, a claspof hand, a squeeze, a dance with me.If... More..