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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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Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Why unfaithfulness occurs in some relationships: 4 of 19
The dynamics in a relationship are created between two people. Both or either parties may bring negative aspects into the relationship that cause it to erode. No one is perfect, in or out of a relationship, but the cheater is solely responsible for making the decision to cheat. The cheater may not be unhappy with the relatio... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life What should a husband do to make his wife happy?: 21 of 99
Remember how it was when you first met your wife? During the newness of a relationship, both parties are usually on their best behavior, trying hard to impress the other. Why should that end once you're married or after you've been married for quite some time? Kindness and thoughtfulness should never fall by the wayside. A m... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Family Values Family values: The importance of strong family bonds: 14 of 66
As a potter molds clay to form a beautiful creation, so does the strong bond of family and good values. Family bonds are a link to our beginning and a guide to our future. Early influences are fundamental to our individual development. We all want to "belong" and feel accepted. A sense of belonging is derived from the strong... More..
Relationships & Family > Couple Communication How to tell if your spouse is hiding an affair: 3 of 14
There is no positive way of knowing if your spouse is having an affair unless they admit it or you find concrete proof. But there are clues to look for to see if the possibility is there. The cheating spouse often becomes more interested in their appearance...possibly working out, losing weight and dressing differently. Some... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs How to rebuild trust in a marriage damaged by infidelities: 10 of 46
We love. We trust...then one day our spouse throws us for a loop by cheating. We feel like we've been thrown in the midst of a hurricane. The pain of infidelity is intense. Sometimes the pain is worse than if we had lost them through death. Through death, we would know they left still loving us and the bond of trust wouldn't... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Drama & Issues Sham friends versus real friends: How to tell the difference: 4 of 18
In our lifetime, we may have many friends, but the list of "real" friends will probably be very small. "Friend" comes with a loose definition, as there are different types we call friend. Each can have placement in our lives, but in a different way. You may have a friend who you have fun with, but would never feel comfortabl... More..
Relationships & Family > Ancestry & Genealogy Making a family history video: 2 of 9
A beautiful and lasting story can be told by creating a family history slideshow on cd. A couple years ago I made a cd and sent it to family members and friends. They were deeply touched and couldn't get through it without crying. Neither could I, as I created it. I used "Proshow" software, but there are other programs simil... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Blame: 13 of 58
"The Blame Game is Over" Her eyes hungered for a solitary look of acceptance as he ate the dinner she slaved over for hours. She had no reason to think this night would be any different than those that came before. "Why did he hate her?", Cathryn asked herself. Cathryn always dreamed of finding a man who loved her and to hav... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Birth: 20 of 85
"The Blessing of Life and Love" Childhood was difficult. Candice was often confused about her role in the family. She felt a detachment, as she saw her mother placing priority on boyfriends instead of her or her siblings. Being the oldest child, she often felt more like the mother than the daughter. She took care of her brot... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills Never taking our relationships for granted: 9 of 38
The term relationship isn't just that of a romantic nature. It can signify the bond between you and God, neighbors, friends, family, co-workers or even the cashier at the store you frequent. The common thread in any of these relationships is having a choice - to take it for granted or to nurture it and keep it thriving. It i... More..