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Colleen is an uninhibited and creative spirit with a passion for writing.Born in Canada and raised in a Mennonite home Colleens writings reflect the wholesome values of family, and a deep sense of faith. Colleen is the author of a collection of 3 poetry books,

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Describe yourself: 1 of 294
I'm a chameleon in rainbow socksAllured by happiness.A mom, a poet, a sister and friendUnaware of my own greatness.Defined by true nature to always believeA little love goes a long way.I'm as gracious as wind chimes stirred in the breezeFree in a summers day.I'm intense at absorbing anything newYet misunderstood by a few.I've... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Loneliness: 18 of 580
Mr. BuddyHis arms were shades of tan and white.His eyes sewn on by hand.My childhood keeper of the nightand pal who'd understand.I held him closely through the daythen called him to have tea.He did not have that much to sayyet, it was fun just him and me.I do not remember feeling sad,at least not for very long.My teddy bear w... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication (Other) How you can recognize a good listener: 2 of 64
A good listener is a treasure in a sea of people. There are many ways you can identify a good listener. Here are a few.A good listener will always make eye contact. They understand that looking into another person's eye when they are speaking shows attentiveness and interest .There is nothing worse than speaking to someone wh... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Trees: 8 of 249
I've remembered youas your branches colored sunsets.I've remembered youa place where I grew old enough just to reach you.I've remembered youas you fearlessly endured the thunderstorms.I've remembered youas my fingers traced your wrinkles made of bark.I've remembered you,you always made me smile.Ive remembered you,you were nev... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Coping with life after sexual abuse: 2 of 33
No one had an answer to my questions about sexual abuse! Why did this ever happen to me? Why did this ever happen to anyone? Coping with life after sexual abuse is a one day at a time endeavor. I applaud all of you who have survived. Sexual abuse is as close as I have come to walking through the valley of the shadow of death.... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Reasons why some people steal: 5 of 79
Stealing is a cheaters way of getting what they want.In the early morning hours when my alarm clock begins to buzz, I roll over and push the snooze button. I trick myself into believing a few more minutes will make all the difference. Next time I will get out of bed. However as I steal minutes to continue sleeping I lose minu... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Alone: 18 of 276
My feet still walkBut inside I'm going no whereMy mouth still talksBut inside there is this silenceMy ears still hearBut who could really pay attentionMy hands still knowWhat I can never mentionMy heart just poursLike the sound of rushing waterWhat I miss most of allIs to be called your daughterMy chance is overGone in each t... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage Psychology How to cope with a jealous partner: 2 of 24
Love holds no one prisoner. Our idea of jealousy has become smeared with falsity these days. Relationships have become disposable and our homes have become flooded with everything we do not say and everything we do not do.I have experienced relationships where jealousy was evident. I can only share wisdom from my personal exp... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Why people need to look inside themselves for happiness: 3 of 35
We are all part of a bigger picture and sometimes that picture is not always clear. Happiness is something we all aspire to attain. Yet have you ever wondered if happiness is waiting in every experience, you go through. A great question I have asked myself isIf happiness were seeking me, would happiness find me?The world outs... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Deafness: 2 of 17
Offer through the motionHands move throughout the wordTo mend and bring supplyWhere voices are not heardThough tongue in silent sitsUpon the lips of the wiseCountless understandingsOf hands they recognizeThe expressions of the oneWho stands to view this mysterySee not the source of expressionThroughout all history.Oh what the... More..