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Halloween-born, Scorpio w/Leo rising, allgnostic, Sk8r mom of three, Daddy's girl, witchy woman, writer, rock-star-wanna-be, movie critic, music lover, singer-lyricist, heretic poet, rising prophet, herb grower, herb tester, common-law-wife, sometimes sister,

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Sciences > Geology & Geophysics Disaster planning for earthquakes: 4 of 9
There is no foolproof method of earthquake prediction. Earthquakes can occur without a moment's notice and being prepared for one can be life-saving. A proactive approach is necessary when creating an earthquake plan for your family. Most of the preparations can be made well in advance and maintained with little or no effort.... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Medication: 11 of 21
Ounce of prevention worth a pound of cure,Fictional relief for counterfeit painResidual high is all that remainsPharmacologic symptoms to endureLost in a haze of deep Xanax dreams,Vicodin maze of narcotic delightsStuporous days that blend into nightsAltered perception is not what it seems,Milligram nation raised on ThorazineW... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A fallen world: 104 of 177
The world spins wildly on its warped axisDaylight to darkness, beginning to endAnother day done, another beginsNothing is certain 'cept death and taxesFloating and flying through infinite skiesQuicksilver changes unfold in a blur,Eons and decades no more than obscureCenturies pass in a blink of god's eyesOrbital journey encir... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to keep your dogs occupied and happy: 7 of 11
According to Humane Society stats, 39% of American households own at least one dog. About 25% own at least two. Our dogs are coiffed, dipped, groomed and spoiled. We buy them Christmas stockings and Halloween costumes and take them on vacation with us. Their needs reflect many of our own. Maybe that's how we became best frien... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflection: Diary of an online degree student: 16 of 25
My year as an online university student has been a fulfilling academic experience. My days are filled with learning and at week's end I have a strong sense of accomplishment. It took me a while to muster the courage to enroll, but once I did I found the decision to be one of the best I have ever made. The endeavor has changed... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Does poetry matter in the 21st century?: 91 of 121
Of course, poetry still matters in the 21st century. Just because poetry has changed over time doesn't make it obsolete. It just makes it changed. Poetry will always be an integral part of literature and society.Poetry infuses all of our popular culture with a sense of history and intelligence. Without it, there would be no l... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Pay day: 22 of 29
Spinning my wheelsChasing my tail,Banging my head against a wall,I've beaten this dead horse half to death,Been robbing Peter to try and pay Paul,Paycheck to paycheckAnd meal to meal,Dollar to dollarAnd day to dayGetting by, by the skin of my teethUntil my grill is worn awayGloom, despair and agonyThis life aint what I though... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Reflections: The Minneapolis bridge collapse (08/01/07): 39 of 49
When I looked up at my TV screen at about 7pm last night, my heart skipped a beat. All I could think was not again. 9/11 certainly changed the way I watch the news forever. I sat down on the couch and took it all in. For a person with intense driving issues, it was like something out of a nightmare. I don't think I could ever... More..
Relationships & Family > Couple Communication Red flags in a relationship: 61 of 69
Some red flags in a relationship can appear without warning. Other red flags in a relationship start out small and grow until they can no longer be ignored. Sometimes these warning signs can be a signal to seek relationship help. Other times, red flags in a relationship can be a warning that the situation is already too far g... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lust: 288 of 320
Sweet sex and candy like Turkish DelightHeady concoction of sugar and sinConfectioner's touch caressing my skinDulcified ardor that I cannot fightTangled in taffy of lust and long limbs,Twisted together mercilessly tightSaccharine dancing long into the night.Honey-rich nectar flowing from within.Divinity dreams and candy cane... More..