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I have been fortunate enough to spend many years overseas in some wonderful, magical places and meeting some extraordinary people. Experiencing the land - its legends, myths, and history deeply inspires me to create stories, some fiction and some non-fiction.

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Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: The Secret of Roan Inish: 1 of 4
The Secret of Roan Inish, is just one of the many fantastic films by independent filmmaker John Sayles. It is one of those' films that anyone who values the art of storytelling should consider adding to their video or DVD collection. Based on the book The Secret of Ron Mor Skerry by Rosaline Fry, Roan Inish is a deserted isl... More..
Travel > Rental Cars & Driving Driving in Europe with an American driver's license: 1 of 4
Driving in Europe is really quite different than driving in the States. Some of the European cities do not have the same approach to driving that we are used to in the States. Be sure to get your International Driver's License before you go, this should last you for a year. The cost is $10 at AAA, you can download the applic... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Have Hollywood horror movies gone too far?: 15 of 58
Hollywood goes too far in many genres, especially horror. It is a market where they must keep competing with themselves in order to make money. There are very few horror blockbusters each year compared to the other star-studded, Oscar nominated productions. Hollywood's fascination with horror helps keep it alive and it leave... More..
Travel > Destination Guides (Other) Favorite travel spots: 8 of 29
The Isle of Gigha on the West Coast of Scotland The charming, unassuming, island of Gigha is a rare treat for anyone interested in experiencing a bit of Scottish Island life without the long ferry journey. Looking at the island from Tayinloan (where the ferry departs to Gigha), on the west side of the Kintyre Peninsula, the ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals Spiritual and personal goals to strive for: 18 of 63
Which spiritual and personal goals to strive for depends on our own particular priorities. For some of us getting out of bed is as easy as blinking an eye, but for others it is an enormous and painful struggle every day to fulfill that action. A simple goal to some can be a complex emotional maze to others. But no matter wha... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Tales of cats with nine lives: 2 of 7

Freezer It was a magnificent sun-filled afternoon as I pushed the door to my caravan open. My plastic bag full of dirty clothes brushed against my leg as I took a dainty step down onto the makeshift stairs. It was my last load of laundry before I departed this place. I was happy; my head was filled with the anticipation of m... More..
Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts Christmas arts and crafts projects for toddlers: 2 of 7
No one ever gets tired of the Christmas spirit with toddlers around. It is understandable that you would want to keep them occupied without having to resort to sitting them down in front of another video. A couple of easy Christmas craft projects that you and your toddler can do together are creating your own Christmas wrapp... More..
Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Sicilian salad: 2 of 7
Basic Sicilian salad This gorgeous salad is easy to prepare and a perfect addition to your picnic either in your back garden or in the countryside. There are no proportion rules here so it gives you free reign to fill a bowl with as many ingredients as you like! 5-6 vine ripened tomatoes 1 jar of marinated mushrooms 2-3 cucu... More..
Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts What is wisdom?: 13 of 44
Wisdom appears to be comprised of two separate words, wise and kingdom. The personal journey to find the Kingdom of Wise can take many paths and many years. Just because one is an elder, it does not automatically make them wise, and just because one is seven years old does not mean they can not possibly demonstrate what they... More..
Entertainment > Music (Other) Are great singers born with their talent?: 18 of 57
I wonder if thousands of years ago people asked this same question of those who could hammer metal the best, or the bard who could woo the King and Queen into his/her favor. Everyone has a particular skill or gift for something, whether making jewelry, numbers, sports, building computers, understanding physics, or playing th... More..