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Writing for me is the fruit of my love of reading. Born in New Orleans in a hospital called Hotel Dieu, translated from French as God's House, I've always been close to God. Mom's family were sharecroppers, raising cotton in southwest Louisiana. My Dad's

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Politics, News & Issues > US News Should the parents who "prayed" their daughter to death be prosecuted?: 6 of 15
There was a man, fishing in a small boat upon a large lake, who really belived in God. A storm arose and turned the placid lake into cresting waves which swamped the boat. The man was tossed out of the boat into the raging lake waters. Without a life preserver, he just managed to stay afloat. "God help me.", he prayed. A log... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Ten reasons why I did not vote for John McCain: 25 of 54
1. Because of his age he would be almost the oldest man to ever be elected president. I don't think most of the White House is handicapped accessible. 2. You would think an entire career as a naval officer, combat action, prisoner of war status and 20 years in Congress would make McCain better qualified. The way I figure it ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Dreams: 317 of 653
It seems such a long time ago, life together was just a dream and tomorrow was far away. Our own plan, our private scheme, We imagined our future, despite the wait. Together, dreamed of the future years, Even though, as young as we were, the thoughts brought joy and sometimes tears. In the dreams of our life as one, as pleas... More..
Sciences > Anatomy Bad breath: Causes and prevention: 8 of 16
Introduction and Definition of Bad Breath .Bad breath is the bane of polite society. It's a curse, especially for those who are dating or work in jobs which put people face to face. Bad breath is called halitosis by the medical profession. The amazing thing is that most times the person with bad breath is the last to realise... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Catholicism Ordinary holiness for men: 1 of 2
Ordinary holiness for men What is ordinary about holiness? The word holiness comes from the word holy which is defined as consecrated, saintly, sacred, or awe-inspiring. This would seem to connote something extraordinary. So it is in the word, holiness, that this essay revolves around, holiness in ordinary life. The first en... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should members of Congress be allowed to add classified earmarks to government budgets?: 1 of 1
Should members of Congress be allowed to add classified earmarks to government budgets? Classified earmarks are the bane of the American taxpayer's existence, serving the inflated egos of legislators and wasting billions of dollars. Before I can substantiate that statement, however, I must address the form of this question. ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Should a woman have the right to choose abortion?: 159 of 313
A woman does have the right to choose an abortion. It is a God-given right. This right is what separates humans from animals, plants and other living things. It is an inalienable right, incapable of being surrendered or transferred. This right, I believe, is called free will or if you will, the ability to choose right or wro... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: He was a poet: 13 of 23
It was a typical South Louisiana summer day, the clinging humidity enveloping the workers. The glare of the subtropical sun was so intense a man could feel it's heat on the top of his head through the shade of his hardhat. Bret thought to himself about how the daily exposure to the glare caused the deeply creased lines in th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Ten reasons why I voted for Barack Obama: 39 of 66
Top 10 reasons I voted for Barack Obama: 1. He won the contest for saying "uuhhh " more times than the other candidates combined. 2. He's just one of us. He has Freudian slips just like everyone else like when he met Joe the plumber and uttered the share the wealth comment, accidentally proving his communistic tendencies. 3.... More..
Health & Fitness > Dental Treatment What you should know before getting a root canal: 5 of 8
Getting a root canal? You must be kidding! Seriously, root canal treatment was one of the major advances in dentistry in the mid-20th century. It is responsible for saving untold numbers of teeth that otherwise would have been removed. What You Need To Know: There are three major reasons to need root canal therapy: 1. Tooth ... More..