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I have always loved writing and began in my teens with poetry. I write for the enjoyment of it. I also consider my writing to be a gift. My Grandmother had many articles published in local papers and my uncle was a writer as well. I have had several stories

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Relationships & Family > The Single Life Women who don't want relationships and prefer to be alone: 1 of 19
At this point in my life, having a relationship is the farthest thing from my mind. It would be easy for someone to blindly theorize why this is, but all I can do is give you the facts, my facts. I honestly and sincerely do NOT feel incomplete without a man. That is probably the main reason. I am for the most part a happy, up... More..
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce After a divorce: Dating and your children: 3 of 56
Mom and Dad are divorced. Chances are little Billy and Sally aren't going to be thrilled. When it comes time for one or the other of you to begin dating again, there WILL be rebellion. Count on it.It's normal for kids to hold out hope that their parents will reconcile. Once you feel you are ready to date, sit the children dow... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Website reviews: Valentines.com: 1 of 13
Let's face it, on Valentines Day, we all go scrambling for something unique and special for our Honey. It does get tough trying to think of something different every year. Enter Valentines.com. It is a site dedicated to finding just the right gift and also offers other tips for making the day special. I surfed on over to the ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values The effects of morals our parents taught us: 2 of 23
I guess I am different in that my Parents, although good people were not upstanding pillars of the community, they were hard working, honest, every day people. They provided us with a good Christian education, and allowed my Grandmother to take us to church every Sunday, although regular church attendance was not their strong... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Amish friendship bread starter: 1 of 11
I got hooked on making Amish friendship bread years ago. It is a lovely tradition and I use them for greeting new neighbors, house-warming accompaniments and just to show someone i am thinking of them. These tend to be the sweeter variations of the bread but that is how I like them. Here is my recipe for the starter bread ... More..
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews Remembering The Andy Griffith Show: 4 of 27
I remember the Andy Griffith Show quite well. In fact, I still catch some reruns. I do not think it is possible to be a baby boomer and not remember the towns people of Mayberry. Andy Griffith brilliantly portrayed Sheriff Andy Taylor. Ronnie Howard was "Opie," and Aunt Bee (the credits stated "Bee" as opposed to "Bea.") was ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies Tips for striking a balance between being an authoritative and a loving parent: 3 of 20
Striking a balance between being authoritative and loving, is many times often a matter of tone. I have three children ranging in age from 28 down to 14. Humor has been my safety net. Actually, authoritative and loving are not opposite ends of the spectrum. Let's look at the definitions as supplied by Encarta;Authoritative: R... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding WIC: How to qualify: 2 of 10
WIC (Women, Infants and Children) is a supplemental food program designed to help meet the nutritional needs of those most at risk, Mothers and Children. To qualify you be pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, or have a child under the age of 5 who may be at nutritional risk. Nutrition risk is defined for WIC as the following ... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Quick and easy meatloaf: 12 of 57
Meatloaf: America's Meal. Anyone who considers them selves to be any kind of a cook is going to know how to make meat loaf. My mother knew ONE recipe for meatloaf, and wouldn't you know it, I hated it. I think my oldest child was about 12 when I attempted my first Meatloaf. Since then, I've come up with ways to spice them up,... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Kids' activities for Valentine's Day: 4 of 14
Valentines Day the Kids way! Kids enjoy craft projects of all kinds and Valentines Day is a great opportunity to let their creativity flow. Of course, there is always the stand by home-made card. Parent's love these. I myself, having grown children, have about 4 boxes full of such Valentines. The best are the one's the kids c... More..