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I was born, I live, and someday I shall die. It is all the times in between that seem to matter most. I am complex and simple. In general, I try to be the life of the party. I am a big kid at heart. I love to laugh and I have a demented sense of humor. I

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Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Elderly people in modern society: 2 of 58
The best classroom is at the feet of an elderly person. They can teach us so much. They have known so many things. Their life has had twists and turns. They have people watched. They have wrote the stories, and had the adventures. They are my heros. Years of expierience in nursing homes has had its toll on me. You see some t... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The secret keys to happiness: 4 of 114
For years, many people have searched for the meaning of happiness. They have looked at financial, political, and emotional aspects. They have considered many simple factors in the process. Still, they come up empty handed. What these people don't always realize is that true happiness varies within each person but it lives in... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Relationships: 16 of 451
For every person, There is someone else. Yet sometimes I wish I was by myself. This pain shouldn't happen. You should meet me half way. I am tired of all the games That you play. You take advantage of me, You don't care about my feelings. I ask you to meet me half way. You are not willing. You won't lift a finger. You won't ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Teen body image and the media: 2 of 55
Body image is an issue at any age. There are many pressures from society that leave many women feeling like they can't quiet measure up. This is especially difficult for teen females. The media can have a huge impact on a teen's body image. The celebrities and musicians that are setting the bar in the public eye are less tha... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Dysfunction Dealing with family gossip: 2 of 53
As long as I live, I doubt I will ever understand why families have to gossip about each other. Are the neighbors so boring that we have to focus on our own blood? I guess it may have lot to do with jealousy. Maybe we don't feel like we are being treated the same? Regardless of the reason, my family wins the gossip prize han... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Teen advice: How to talk to the opposite sex: 1 of 26
Talking to the opposite sex is something that gets easier with time. The more you talk the easier it is to relax. Remember that they are human just like you. The teenage mating ritual can often seem to be a difficult one, but the only way to get anything started is to talk. Very few people sit and talk anymore. It is the bes... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Confused by love: 12 of 311
I am stuck, Between a hard place and a rock. I tried to love you. You put up a block. I run to you. You push me away. I try to leave. You beg me to stay. You promise to change. The time never arrives. You see nothing wrong, With all the lies. I am always the one, Who has to apologize. You walk away laughing. I sit alone and ... More..
Personal Finance > Spending & Saving (Other) Federal government economic stimulus deal: How will you spend your rebate check?: 2 of 51
I received a letter in the mail the other day from the government. According to the letter, I qualify for an economic stimulus check that will be mailed out in May. The economic stimulus checks are going to be sent to about 130 million households and will range in payments. A single person can get six hundred dollars, marrie... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Easy ways to give a spring look to your home: 1 of 24
Giving your home a spring look is a refreshing way to bring the new season in with style. Traditionally, many people clean thoroughly during the spring months to prepare for the warm months ahead. Once you have gotten all the cobwebs knocked down and the furniture cleaned, why not take things one step farther? Spring is the ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values 10 things I love about the world I live in: 3 of 69
Although it can often seem cold and ugly, deep down, the world is a wonderful place. It is the land on which we exist. There are many reasons that a person could use to hate the world but they aren't thinking of the bigger picture. There are many things that I love about the world we live in. I love the scenery. I like to vi... More..