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I'm a 26 year old, single mom of 2 beautiful kids. My son is 8 and my daughter is 6. I'm a student of Long Ridge writers group, currently work through their course called, "Breaking Into Print." I surround my kids with books. My writing has had a major impact

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Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Tips for finding story ideas: 5 of 66
Inspiration for new story ideas may vary from person to person. The sources are limitless for anyone with an imagination. The imagination is power to create- twist things in different directions and never ending with the same thing. I'm not a pro when it comes to stories- my name isn't on the best sellers list. But there are ... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Is money invariably linked with depression?: 10 of 55
Money and depression... the importance and awareness of their connection- is understanding the effects one has on the other. The connection isn't necessary for diagnoses and may not be present in all cases of depression, but it shouldn't be cast out of the possibilities.Money is of importance in our society. It's means are fo... More..
Sciences > Psychology What a smile can do: 4 of 19
The benefits of smiling isn't limited to those who smile, but can have the same impact- if not greater, on those who see you smile. Smile to a loved one whom receives it may have a better day the moment their blessed with it. A smile is one of the strongest, yet silent form of communication and expression.The moment I saw th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International Politics (Other) The decline of the US as a world power: 10 of 47
"I'm proud to be an American," that song brings tears to my eyes. Being an American, used to stand for freedom, peace and hope. The land of opportunity...home of the brave. It pains me to see that isn't how it is anymore. A strong powerful country, quick to rise above all others, to only be watched as we struggle to maintain ... More..
Sciences > Psychology How to let go of someone you love: 28 of 112
If you truely love someone, you can and will let them go but it won't be from your heart, mind, thoughts or dreams. I've found that out the hard way. If your love needs time or has things to figure out and do. You'll let go, if you love that person than the number one thing you care most about is thier happiness. If that per... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Soul mates: Do they really exist?: 60 of 170
Soul mates...are they real? Is it truly, possible there's a special person meant for each of us? Or, is it a myth, a fantasy- a delusion of the human mind, created to push us forward in false hope?To grasp the concept of soul mates, you must understand the idea of soul mates. There's many opinions of what a soul mate is but o... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Who are you to judge others?: 59 of 152
Do you have a perfect body? Do you dress with modern perfection? Do you act with perfect behavior? Do have the perfect family heritage and perfect name? Are you so perfect that you don't have a single flaw? Do you have a perfect education and speak perfect English? Have you made all the right choices? Well, then who are you ... More..
Style & Beauty > Tattoos & Piercings How to survive your first body piercing: 1 of 1
First belly button piercing, maybe your nipple, lip or tongue. Whatever location you've decided on piercing, it's your first. Like most of us that have a piercing, you probably have some questions on what to expect. Looking for some advice to help get through the process with ease. I got my belly button pierced twice. Due to... More..
Sciences > Psychology Coping with criticism: 19 of 35
Look, it's the girl with no hips! I wouldn't be caught dead in shorts with those horrible scars on my legs. I grew up with those things and more being said to me on a daily bases. I was born with both hips dislocated. My doctor, who didn't attend class the day such thing was being taught. Didn't realize this and denied it wh... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values If you could change one decision you've made in your life, what would it be: 24 of 43
Every one has made mistakes in their life and I'm not different. There are things I've done that I know if I did them differently, the outcome might have been a little better then it was. But honestly, I would decide NOT to change any decision in my life.There are many choices I made in my life that caused me to struggle more... More..