: About Me

I suppose I could peel through the many layers of experiences, emotions, beliefs, and interests that make me who I am. If I were to do that, however, your eyes would fall out of your head before you'd finish reading, and I don't think either of us want that. So I'll just shoot for the short version.

I'm currently finishing my prerequisites so I can enroll in the nursing program my college offers. Ever since I had my heart surgery when I was four years old, medicine and science have fascinated me. I was reading my mother's microbiology book when I was nine years old. So needless to say, I feel like I've chosen the right career. I plan on getting my BSN then specializing in pediatric cardiology. Imagine that.

Ever since I was young I've enjoyed writing. Poetry, short stories, novels, it doesn't matter. I just love to write. I can express myself better with a pen and paper (or in today's world, keyboard and computer) than I can with my mouth. It all started as a way to vent my emotions since I was abused as a young child. Don't worry, all is well now. In fact, in a way I am thankful for what happened. Sounds crazy, I know, but it made me stronger and helped me to realize that I want to be there for others and help those who are in need.

My greatest passions in life are learning, experiencing, and believing. Learning about everything and anything that comes my way, experiencing everything that life has to offer, and believing...in myself, humanity, and God. Oh, and laughing. Because life isn't worth living if you can't laugh about anything.

At this moment I cannot think of anything I want to add. Maybe I will later. Until then, take care and remember: Every minute of sadness and discontent is a moment without happiness. So smile!

Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed facts: Golden Retriever

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Golden Retrievers became a recognized breed in 1912. However, the breeding that led to the Golden started in the mid-1800's when Lord Tweedmouth crossed a yellow-wavy coated retriever with a Tweed water spaniel. He was trying to create a retriever dog that could push through thick brush, swim strongly and handle cold water, and retrieve gently. Through subsequent cross-breeding between black retrievers, setters, and even bloodhounds, a new breed emerged; what we now call the Golden Retriever. The AKC did not register them as a separate breed, however, until 1927. The Golden Retriever is an...

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