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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: If only you knew me: 6 of 61

If only you knew me, I know you would hear my cries in the nighttime to comfort the tears; The increasing heart rate each time you are near, the silence between us filled with pain and fear If only you knew me, I know you would see the beauty within me just wants to shine free; This ongoing smile, just covers the pain but no...
Education > College Life Is it better to have a roommate during your first year of college?: 8 of 29

We've all heard the stories: Some fairytale stories of the college roommate who turned into a lifelong best friend; some horror stories of the roommate who blasted music all night and had some strange odor radiating from her side of the room for the better part of the school year. The fact is, the experience, whether good or...
Travel > Africa & Middle East Travel Diaries Tips for women on traveling to Egypt: 1 of 3

Egypt is a beautiful country filled with mystery and wonder. From the moment you step off the plane, you know that you are in a country far different than your own. I travelled to Egypt by myself at the age of 25. It was a life changing experience and I loved every moment of my 2-month voyage. For the most part, I found loca...
Relationships & Family > First Dates How to impress a girl: 24 of 54

My mom told me many years ago to never judge a guy by how he treats me during a date; but rather, to see his true character by noting how he treats our waitress during dinner. I have since read that saying (or something similar) on bumper stickers, wall posters, inspirational emails...you name it. So, what did my mom's advic...
Sports & Recreation > Scuba Diving A guide to the common hand signals used in scuba diving: 3 of 6

Scuba diving will introduce you to an environment undoubtedly different from the one you are accustomed to. Your eyes behave differently, your ears behave differently, and you are suddenly unable to use your voice as a form of communication. Simple communication, such as saying "How are you?" or "Something is wrong," suddenl...
Education > High School Humanities Which high school courses should be mandatory: 13 of 24

In theory, a high school graduates should be able to graduate at the age of 18, prepared for the "real world". For some, this is college, for others it may be the working world, marriage, or all three. HEALTH / SEX ED - Despite any differences in beliefs and preferences, all students, regardless of age or gender, have but on...
Hobbies & Games > Role Playing & War Games The Dungeons and Dragons stigma: 10 of 17

I was introduced to the world of "Dungeons & Dragons" at the age of 19. Until then I had never heard of the game. I began playing in university as a cheap, fun way to spend an evening with my friends and escape the world of exams, tuition and essays. Ignorant to the stigmas attached to the game, I had no preconceived notions...
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Great lines in poetry: 9 of 15

The greatest lines in poetry are those which, in only a few short words, can depict an image so detailed that it is burned within the mind of the reader after only reading it once. They are those which, in only a few short words, can create image so powerful that it provokes thought, emotion, or even controversy. They are th...
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Should prostitution be legalized?: 36 of 39

Everyone chooses to have sex for different reasons: Some, for the emotional connection to another human being. Some, because they feel that it is their marital obligation. Some, because it's fun and they simply enjoy it. And some, because they feel pressured by the media, friends, or their partner. All of these reasons have ...
Education > College Life Packing for college: Avoid procrastination and be prepared: 15 of 16

It was six very short years ago that I found myself packing for university. I remember standing in my room, boxes open, clothes piled all over the floor, feeling like I was trying to prepare for the next four years of my life at that very moment. While the notion seemed overwhelming at the time, looking back I now realize ho...