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Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope Answering your children when they ask: Why do people die?: 6 of 22
I'm a loving mother of one very special little four year old boy, and the question of "Why do people die?" came earlier than I had expected. When my son asked me, I was very taken back, because I thought I had protected him pretty well from the hardships of life and death. Although, I think he showed me that there's no way to... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Best video games ever: 49 of 113
The best video games ever depends on who you are and what you find that best suites your needs. There are so many digitally enhanced video games out there today. Most games out there are catagorized by puzzle, multi-playered, role-playing, and first person shooters. Each with their own specific challenge or competition whethe... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Relationships: 196 of 451
Words with WingsTo My Son: Michael Christian PierceI had fallen down and out of grace,Then there you were, a beautiful face.You were sent to me from God above,Chosen to be the only one I truly love.Courage became mine and I rose to my feet,To take care of you with a face so sweet.I'll be your protector you'll have nothing to ... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss Why black is used as a symbol of mourning: 2 of 4

Black is often a pretty misunderstood color when it comes to mourning. A lot of people think black is the color for death, darkness, and emptiness. For most people this may be true, but I think the human race has completely misconstrued the meaning and symbolism of black.I've studied many religions texts in the world today, a... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Astrology & Prophecy How to make tarot cards for yourself and others: 4 of 7
Tarot has been around for centuries, and it's really no wonder, because so has human's desire to know foresight. Tarot cards should be thought of as tools for your sight. They are not toys, and they are not witchcraft unless the user so chooses to combine them. This method is just a map for your mind to help show you a path i... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Does religion divide or segregate people: 36 of 49
Religion of course can divide or segregate people, but only because people allow themselves to be seperated. No one wants to budge in the "top of their mind" who's right or wrong in terms of religion. People are missing out on the big picture here. Whether a person is atheist, polytheist, or monotheist everyone has faith. Fai... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Why the nice guy never gets the girl: 17 of 23
I feel that the nice guy DOES get the girl, but it depends on how nice the guy is trying to be! People change when they pass the dating stage, and they get comfortable or bored with each other. Women want the man with a sexual and intimate desire as strong or stronger than her own. Couples get used to having each other around... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends Is online video/Internet TV here to stay?: 65 of 78
One of the major questions on everyone's mind lately is, "How much longer will online video/internet TV be around?" It almost seems as if every other day you're reading about another kid recording himself doing something insane on another video/Internet TV site. For example, in Southern Finland, at least seven people died aft... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Understanding why there is suffering in the world: 45 of 54
There is suffering in the world, because it is in the human nature to take advantage of life. The world revolves around balance. There's right and wrong, hot and cold,and pain and pleasure.Suffering teaches us by presenting a challenge, so we have a drive to succeed if we desire it enough. Without suffering there'd be no idea... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community Playing online games for relaxation and escape: 14 of 14
I would like to say from personal experience that video games are a very good way to relax. I'm a full time mom and a part time help desk analyst with not a whole lot of time in between, but I think it's nice to play my xbox 360 for some "ME" time. I don't play games excessively, and I never let it interfere with my family ti... More..