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MiLa has been a writer ever since she was thirteen years old when she started keeping a diary to document her life. As a teen MiLa frequently had her poems published in the local newspaper and loved taking creative writing classses in high school.

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Relationships & Family > Marital Conflicts Should I stay or should I go?: 1 of 73
We have all found ourselves perched on the fence about one thing or another at some point in our lives. You know; the one where the grass is greener on the other side? It is uncomfortable being on that fence with the pointy tips of each board poking your behind prompting you to pick a side already. But as you already know, de... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Your "meaning of life": 6 of 74
MEANING OF LIFEWe all wonder from time to time what the heck we are doing here. Sometimes I feel like a hamster just going round and round and round on that squeaky little wheel and getting absolutely nowhere. There are times when I imagine myself as a tiny little pin prick on this huge canvas we call earth. How significant a... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Family stories and memories: 17 of 205
I think Mighty Mouse brainwashed my son Matt. As little as Mighty Mouse was, he somehow convinced Matt to save his life despite our efforts to get rid of him. Let me explain. One night, Mighty Mouse made his appearance as I was walking in the kitchen, minding my own business. There was a sudden movement from the counter onto ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: What value are you adding to humanity?: 9 of 85
We can't all be Angelina Jolie nor would we want to be. She's got the money to go all over the world, along with her camera crew, of course, to take a look at the vast cultures that are so different from ours to try and make a difference in the lives of those she comes in contact with. Even she with all her financial resource... More..
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness How to keep a long term relationship fun and fresh: 15 of 124
So many long-term relationships tend to not necessarily go south, but they do tend to go a bit stale. New love is always exciting since there is the sense of the new and undiscovered that keeps things interesting, but after a couple has been together for a significant amount of time, there aren't many secrets left. Many times... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care The right way to wash your hair: 3 of 24
THE RIGHT WAY TO WASH YOUR HAIRContrary to popular belief, it is not always a good idea to wash your hair on a daily basis. It all depends, of course, on the type of hair you have. You need to evaluate your hair type before determining the type of hair care you can most benefit from.DRY HAIRIf your hair is curly, it is likely... More..
Education > Primary School Issues Teaching social skills in the primary classroom: 1 of 8
TEACHING KIDS TO BE CIVILIZED It is never too early to start teaching children what it means to be civilized. The earlier you start, the more likely these skills will stick with the child as he grows up. Being a kindergarten teacher, I see many kids coming to school with no social skills whatsoever. I can choose to ignore it ... More..
Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) Hemorrhoids: Symptoms and treatment: 1 of 8
Almost everybody gets hemorrhoids at one time or another during their lifetime, but it's not something people willingly share. Why not? Mostly because it involves the rear end and it can be quite embarrassing admitting to a problem in your behind. Hemorrhoids can be painful, uncomfortable and quite annoying, but it is better ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Mental illness and the effects on a family: 6 of 46
When I see a woman with a teenage daughter who is thriving, happy, working and in college, I can't help but be jealous. Maybe jealous isn't the word; maybe sad is more accurate. Every now and then I get a small glimpse of what it must be like to have a "normal" daughter. Today was one of those days.I wasn't up for handling he... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles Living a simple life: 13 of 96
Simple is Not Always EasyLife is what you make it. Obviously. Some people thrive on conflict, drama, and chaos. They need it. They create it. They seek it. We all make choices in life and whether or not you like your life is entirely because of you or thanks to you.What is a simple life? It depends on who you ask. My idea of ... More..