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As a teen, I sometimes wrote poems, but hid or threw them away. In 2001 I was introduced to the internet and also a writing site. I submitted a few very cheesy and amateur poems. This site had a contest where 20 people were selected. Each day we had to write

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Alcoholism: 1 of 80
"The Imposter"Returning from battlegrounda medic that healed othersFaltering in his effortsto forget the skeletons- the gruesome flesh and bones scattered athwart in the psycheHe pacified woundswith a venomAttaching itself like a leechAlcohol numbed the memoriesa combination of sacred and profaneFiltered between intellect and... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss How to support a friend who is grieving: 1 of 67
An inevitable part of life is facing the death of a loved one - whether a parent, an elderly relative, a sibling, friend or even a young child. No one is immune to the heartache or experience. If ever there is a time support is needed, this is it. How does one comfort and support a grieving friend?THE GRIEVING STAGEAllow your... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Characteristics of a good person: 2 of 124
Genuine goodness is something drawn from the heart, the soul of a person. The authentic goodness is shown in actions, more than pretty words. When we live a life of authenticity, our spirits soar and we give flight to those around us.Defining a "genuinely" good person and assessing what characteristics are representative of a... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas Dealing with fear of commitment in a relationship: 1 of 45
Reasons behind the fear of commitment for men and women can be different, but the results are the same. Fear of commitment often ends a relationship or puts a dense wall between two people - sometimes between life itself. Commitment to one person is a serious thing. It shouldn't be taken lightly and should always be made for ... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs How to catch your spouse cheating: 1 of 42
Nothing is more painful than the stab of suspicion your spouse may be cheating. You have loved and stood by them through thick and thin. They are your other half, yet now you feel your world is being torn apart. Are your suspicions justified? Often instincts, that knot in your stomach, a deep sadness and restless nights are t... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles Wild teen girls: Dangerous lifestyle patterns: 1 of 28
As a teen, it can seem enjoyable to be wild and free. You may draw a lot of attention, but this attention, more than likely, is the wrong kind of attention. Sure, you're going to be popular if your behavior is similar to the "Girls Gone Wild" videos. The question is...wouldn't you rather gain positive attention from positive ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Rivers: 2 of 47
"River's Reflection"On bended kneea mirrored beautysplashes backwardwith each melodiousripple of springSo far from home,yet only a step awayin misty illusionsas eyes take comfortbathed in pure abandonUnmeasured currentsbeneath sun and moonon the bankof a river that never-runs dry More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values How to become a better person: 9 of 192
Becoming a better person takes desire and willingness to look at yourself with brutal honesty. The start of the journey may be bumpy at times, but the results can be very rewarding.One of the most important things we need to understand is what our values, our belief system is based upon. If you have no belief system, you'll t... More..
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness From dating to marriage: Rules for success: 4 of 66
Dating and marriage have similarities, but can be miles apart. It's easy to spend time with someone a few days a week, but are you prepared to spend the rest of your life with that person?While dating, a lot of time is spent having fun, often in surrounds of the external - movies, dining out, adventurous travel, etc. This can... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Teen advice: How to tell if you're abusive in your relationships: 1 of 16
It's difficult to face the "mirror" when you think there's a possibility that you may be abusive. Abuse isn't always blatant...beating someone with a 2 x 4 or pushing someone against the wall. It can be a pattern of being controlling and verbally and emotionally attacking the other, slowly creeping into the relationship.If yo... More..