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I live in Scottsdale Arizona with my husband and children, horses, dogs, cats and birds. We live where we can ride out our front gate and be in the Tonto National Forest within steps. It's an amazing place, this beautiful state of Arizona.
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Politics, News & Issues > Economic News High gasoline prices and the solution: 3 of 19

Energy costs are getting out of control. The cost of gas is the top news story every day. The price of a barrel of oil went over $100. And, we survived it. We not only survived it, but in changing the way we live, we were able to push the cost of gas back down, almost to where it was this time last year. It's like we gave a ...
Relationships & Family > Relatives In-Laws: A dysfunctional family dynamic: 1 of 6

She says she doesn't want the drama, that's why she wants it "this way". I say, she's the one who brought SEVEN children into the world, and that she should have to face the drama she's created. My Mother-In-Law. The one who wants everything to be "low-key", really what she means is "NO FUN". In her mind, Birthdays should no...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Eternal love: 7 of 37

I've always wondered What would happen If I saw you again. It's been so long now Would we even be able To recognize each other? I look for you in places That I think you might be So many who could be you So, if I never see you again, I hope that you are well, Happy and loved Living the life you always wanted Because you dese...
Sports & Recreation > Recreational & Youth Girls fast pitch softball: 1 of 3

Girls Fast Pitch Softball This year will be the last we will see Women's Fast Pitch Softball at the Summer Olympics. As of right now, we are not sure that it will be returned in the future. What does this say to the young girls playing the sport today? My daughter has played fast pitch softball since the age of 8. She actual...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Appreciating the little things in life: 51 of 141

I met a scorpion the other day. My first, since moving out here to the desert. At first, it scared me. Well, it should have; it was at least 5 inches long, tail and included, and a yellowish-green color. I expected scorpions to be black. I found this one underneath a water trough I have out in my horses play pen area. The wa...
Travel > Kansas Destinations Travel destinations: Scottsdale, AZ: 2 of 5

Scottsdale, Arizona. It's more than just a desert out here. When most people think of Scottsdale Arizona, they have no idea how large and sophisticated a place it really is. Even though it's logo is "The West's Most Western Town", Scottsdale is home to many upscale areas, from residential to retail. Just driving around in th...
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce When your children know the other woman: 2 of 5

When you're dealing with a cheating spouse, there are no limits to what they will do to get what they want. Introducing the children to the lover is a way of "planting a seed" in the child's mind that this is "OK"; this other person in mommies' or daddies' life is a nice person. The child could also begin to think of this pe...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Why you should keep a journal of your travels: 12 of 29

Do you have to travel to keep a travel journal? Keeping a journal of just any outing could become boring. However, if you are paying attention to where you are, there are so many details to remember. As a writer, and always in need of story idea, keeping a journal of the different places I go to, even on a daily basis, helps...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Experiences with horse whisperers: 6 of 12

My daughter had been riding her POA in Hunter Jumper competitions for a little over a year when they began having trouble. Up until then they had been an unstoppable team, winning at events even when competing against larger horses and more experienced riders. They were in-sync and seemed to be attached at the soul. Then all...
Local Guides > Phoenix Restaurant reviews: Jaspers Bistro Bar & Grill, Scottsdale, AZ: 1 of 1

Jaspers Peak, Bistro Bar & Grill, Scottsdale Arizona We stopped in at Jaspers for an early dinner and were pleasantly surprised. Jaspers is in a newer shopping center that we aren't usually by, but we were hungry and willing to try a new place. We are so glad we did. The menu was small, but had a decent selection of appetize...