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Born and raised in the Napa Valley, Tonya is a mother of five and married to a man she describes as "beyond compare".

Tonya declares a genuine love for writing - she is a very active member of Helium and is serving as a Sub-Steward in the Cleaning Sub-Channel

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Society & Lifestyle > Racism Why racists still exist: 2 of 59
The definition of racism involves the idea that one race is more superior than the other. Therefore, holding the right to govern the so-called inferior race. Of course, there will always be the victimizing members of the Klan, Black Panthers, Mexican or Russian Mafias and, the list goes on and on. Members of such groups will ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Religion: 5 of 137
STAINED GLASS WINDOWWombed in His sanctuaryI Kneel in requisitionDespite my spells of ditherJustifying creed.From the stronger berth of my internals I implore "Amen"Then rear my head and employ my eyesTo behold His spectrum of lightThat now radiates upon me triumphantThrough the temple's stained glass windowHis Sapphire Spiri... More..
Relationships & Family > Divorce Psychology Dealing with mixed emotions for your ex-spouse: 1 of 26
Emotions are not a simple commodity easily disposed of. In all likelihood, when you said "I do" it was because you were in love. That love is not easily surrendered in the event of a divorce. I wish I had a snap shot of my facial expression the first time I saw my ex with another woman. Talk about mixed emotions. I was over t... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Aqua Dots toys recalled for possibly containing date rape drug: Your reactions: 1 of 19
On November 8th, 2007, yet another China-produced toy was recalled. Aqua Dots, a toy bead that can easily be mistaken for candy by small children, was pulled from store shelves. This time however, it was not due to lead.As if lead isn't bad enough, China has now compromised the health and lives of our children by using butane... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms How to raise tolerant children: 2 of 35
You've heard it before. Children learn what they live. This statement has proved to be factual time and again. Children are people too. Impressionable people who grow into adults, continuing in the cycle of what they were taught. Both good and bad. How then, do we raise racially tolerant children? By example of course. Even t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms Determining who's the hypocrite: 2 of 31
Hypocrisy takes form when people spew their expressive judgment towards other people or society as a whole. In turn those very people masquerade their true-selves, claiming to be what they are not. The hypocrite is delusional in such that he or she deem themselves as "perfect" when, in fact they, like the rest of society, are... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous: 46 of 478
INTOXICATEDI patronized the Stumble Inndrank too much without a doubtI guess that's whytheir exit signreads "Thanks"and "Stumble Out"I called a caband overpaidfor the short ride to my homebut it's good it didn'ttake too longcause Ralph called me to the throneThen when I finally laid downto rest my throbbing headit took me by ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Cheap and funny Yankee swap gift ideas: 1 of 8
The Yankee swap shindig you've been invited to is fast approaching. Your budget is tight, yet you're eager to add the ingredient of hilarity to the swapping frenzy by giving a gift that will certainly have the mob belly-up, gasping for air.With playful creativity you can economically concoct a gift that will astonish the onlo... More..
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce After a divorce: Dealing with an angry child: 3 of 23
My daughter was only three when I divorced. It seemed as though she was completely unaware of the event going on around her. The event of divorce. Oh, she loved her dad and rightfully so. Although he showed his love for me with a jib and jab, he loved her with quite a warm heart. I thought for sure since we had divorced while... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How to play Yankee swap (white elephant gift exchange): 2 of 15
Last year, after being invited to a white elephant gift exchange, I fully embraced the challenge. It seemed the company I worked for was sending us on a Safari! I couldn't have been more thrilled.Eager to get a head-start on my coworkers, I packed up my belongings, overdosed one of my credit cards, and headed off to Thailand.... More..