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I am a very passionate person about everything, I'm spunky and quick witted with a great sense of humor. I love to challenge people's mind when I write. I also enjoy writing entertainment piece's, but I am really more of a debater. My writing style is unique,

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Drug addiction: 17 of 302
ADDICTIONAddiction runs deep in my veinsInto my soul and out againTormenting my emotionsRaping my conscienceDestroying all that I amAnd all I could be.Admittance is the first stepIf I want a way outBut I'm hooked on the feelingOf hopeless doubt.Something to call my ownSomething to hold on toKnowing 'It' will remainTo love me ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Redemption: 28 of 78
REDEMPTIONYou are the dust that just blew byYou are the pain that stings my eyeYou once were the halo in-circling my headYou left me stranded and now to me you're dead.My soul was stolenYou are the demon that infected meBut I know my God will rescue meFaith has found meBecause I pray for a better day!You are the dirt in my ga... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Change: 44 of 105
CHOICESIn this new year of 2007, I challenge everyone to challenge themselves. Find things you need to work on and then do! And remember, changes will not happen overnight. These things take time and commitment (much like a healthy relationship). There may be times when we are overwhelmed by everything and feel like the world... More..
Travel > Vacations Dream vacations at an affordable price: 3 of 5
How To Create A Great Vacation When You Can't Afford One!Have you ever reached the boiling point where you feel like if you don't get away for a while, you are going to blow your top or go mad? Well don't worry you are not alone. This is a frequent occurrence for many of us, but often times we cannot afford to get away. Wheth... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Depression: 428 of 694
As depression settles inI get weak and thinNot just on the outsideBut deep withinMy soul is hurt and brokenOnly shattered pieces remainAnd as the cloud around me darkensI get consumed by the painEven if it is self-inflictedAren't I worth helping?Aren't I worth saving?But I guess not because here I sit rejectedSome would say o... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Should the US government continue to spend money to boost other countries' economies when the US budget is in a deficit?: 11 of 17
Politics Dishonesty at it's Best? "Ah yes, politics, where greed wears the mask of morality!" (Quote from the 2006 movie, The Pink Panther)What ever happened to looking out for, and taking care of the American? According to the Constitution of the United States that 'should' be our government? Yet we constantly hear news stor... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Rape: 27 of 39
RAPESuch a small word with such a lasting devastationYour trust betrayed and innocence lost without a moment's hesitationYou feel as if you will never love or be love againAs if you were the one who committed the sinIt's always thereIn your thoughtsIn your sleepYou try your hardest not to weepBut the pain it won't go awayIt j... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) When it comes to political scandal, what's worse: Financial chicanery or a sexual peccadillo?: 12 of 17
I think half of America, better yet the world, has committed acts of 'sexual peccadillo' and it is by far more forgivable. Everyone makes mistakes and uses bad judgment at times. But when it comes to 'financial chicanery' - this is shear lieing and deception. Why should I, or would I, trust someone who is scandalous enough to... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Loneliness: 410 of 579
LonelinessHave you ever been aloneFelt like no one really caresLike you're the only one out thereAnd you're feeling scared?Your days are long and emptyYour nights are full of fearYou cry out "Someone help me!"But no one ever hears.You're longing for attentionYou're trying to find friendsBut all the while searchingYou feel you... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Meaning of life: 152 of 196
The other night I was mulling over my current situation (being out of work and job searching, my health issues and upcoming surgery, and family matters), as well as choices from my past. I started to ask myself the age old question, Why me?' Then I thought of Hurricane Katrina and 9/11 and what those individuals went through,... More..