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I have been writing off and on for 25 years. Writing gives me a chance to express myself and entertain others. I just recently tried my hand at writing articles. It is a huge change from fiction writing, but a welcomed challenge.

I served 6 years in the

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Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Classic TV sci-fi series: 2 of 9
Who doesn't love the classics? What better way to spend a Saturday afternoon then to chill out in front of the TV enjoying a good classic Science Fiction show. Of the many classic Sci-Fi series, a few stand out above the rest. There are many that are still popular, and others that have faded with time. Maybe you remember one... More..
Health & Fitness > Cancer Cervical cancer symptoms: 2 of 9
It is not unusual for symptoms of cervical cancer to go unnoticed. In fact, many of the symptoms women experience are passed off as PMS or ovulation pains. Numerous cases of cervical cancer show no symptoms at all. Symptoms when present are usually not experienced until the cancer is in advanced stages. These symptoms can al... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love expressed: 161 of 719
Time of My Life Our eyes met as you rounded the corner, I gestured a shy smile and you gestured back. You made the first move for something more, I casually agreed and it was set in stone. At last a chance in the elite crowd, no more solo walks in the echoing halls. I was now among the taken, the chosen few, the newest love ... More..
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce After a divorce: Dating and your children: 13 of 56
Emotions tend to run wild after going through a divorce. Both you and your children are entering an entirely different way of life. Everything is changing, and the changes will continue to come. It is important to keep this in mind when the time comes for you venture out into the dating world. Talking to your children before... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Victims of drunk driving: 23 of 96
Like most people, I thought it would never happen to me. Unfortunately, it did happen, but not to me, it happened to a friend of the family. In May of 2002, the unthinkable happened. Our friend lost his wife, his soul mate to a drunk driver. Richard and Louise were long time members of our church. They had been friends of th... More..
Health & Fitness > Health & Fitness Organizations How the American Heart Association (AHA) helped me improve my life: 1 of 4
As I sat in the Emergency waiting room, I had no idea the changes that lay ahead of me. The shock of rushing my mother to the hospital was slowly starting to wear off. Little did I know, it would soon return. I hoped that the three surgeons walking my way would just walk right on by. That didn't happen; in fact, they stopped... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: College essays: 13 of 51
Hydrocephalus: Relieving the Pressure The term water on the brain is commonly used by people referring to some aspect of brain damage. The term has been around for years and when heard, most people know it is a serious condition affecting the brain but not really sure in what way. Hydrocephalus is a condition in which too mu... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My worst toy-building experience as a parent: 4 of 15
Christmas of 2003 was the year of doom, as far as putting together my son's scooter. There were several things that contributed to the inevitable disaster. Waiting until the last minute, recruiting the help of my sister, and those wretched directions. It is not a good idea to try and wrap everything on Christmas eve. I am su... More..
Jobs & Careers > Jobs & Careers (Other) Should profanity ever be used in business communicatons: 4 of 15
Profanity should never be used in business communications. Regardless of the scope of a business, professionalism should be the utmost focus. No one should be embarrassed or ashamed by what is heard or read on the job. With the growing use of the cell phone and Nextel in the business community, overhearing business communica... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating Conversation etiquette for a first date: 7 of 24
First dates are nerve racking enough without adding to it. Bad or inappropriate conversation can turn a great first date into a nightmare. Proper conversation etiquette is vital if a second date is desired. Common sense plays an essential part in conversing on a first date. Topics that are extremely controversial should be a... More..