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I am a widowed mother of 2 daughters in college.I have a man that I love deeply. I have a houseful of pets.
I love to write mostly poetry but lately I have written short stories. One night I wrote 6 poems in around 15 minutes. Not sure how good they were. I

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Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Mistaken identity: 1 of 16
This is an excerpt from Mistaken Identity by Don & Susie Van Ryn, Newell, Collen & Whitney Cerak and Mark Tabb. It is a story that brings two families together through the worst possible tragedy, the death of a child. It also strengthens their faith in God and his word. I chose this part because it is the moment tha... More..
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: Celebrity Apprentice 2: 1 of 6
The Celebrity Apprentice 2 will premiere on NBC Sunday, March 1st in the 9 - 11 pm. time slot. It has been expanded to 2 hours instead of the original hour episode. The reason for this is the creator of the show, Donald Trump, wants a longer board room. More action actually happens that viewers don't see. There have b... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: What my dog means to me: 106 of 428
Wow! A subject right up my alley. I have 5 dogs, yes, that's correct, I said 5. So this will be what my dogs mean to me. I can't write about just one because I love them all equally. They are my life and mean the world to me. First there is Rico, a buff Cocker Spaniel. He is temperamental and doesn't like the brush. He has th... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Preparing your daughter for her menstrual cycle: 6 of 18
It is that time in life to introduce your daughter into womanhood.Teach her the same way you've taught her up until now.You want to be open and honest with your daughter.Be relaxed and organized.You'll want to have this talk before the big day.Tell her it is a part of a woman's life that will eventually lead her to a joyous o... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Finding the confidence needed to be a single parent: 9 of 24
Confidence isn't something you acquire. It comes from within your heart. You aren't born with it. You can't go to a store and buy it or order it from a catalog. Either you have it or you don't. I found that out myself the hard way. I lost my husband 13 years ago. Someone ran a posted stop sign (apparently you can get through ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football Coaches NFL coach profiles: Vince Lombardi: 4 of 10
Vincent Thomas Lombardi was born on June 11,1913 in Brooklyn, New York the first of 5 children(2 brothers & 2 sisters)to Henry and Matilda Lombardi. He was raised in Sheepshead Bay in Southern Brooklyn & attended public school until the 8th grade. At 15 years old he wanted to be a priest so he attended Cathedral Prep. After c... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption How to find a good home for a pet: 8 of 17
The time has come for you to relinquish your rights as a pet owner.There are many reasons for giving up your pet.That doesn't mean you're a bad person as long as you go about it the right way.The first thing is your pets welfare.Have they been fixed? Are they healthy, house broke, clean, obedient, up to date on their vaccines... More..
Health & Fitness > Diabetes Best food choices for a diabetic: 10 of 19
When people hear diabetic, they automatically assume that means no sugar consumption at all. Actually it depends on the individual and what their doctor recommends. Some people can have sugar in moderation. It is best to eat less fat. You can do this by having your food baked, boiled, grilled, broiled or steamed. In the dairy... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Tips for finding a lost dog: 12 of 20
Something horrific has just happened.You've lost your dog.Don't panic!Check every little hole and crevice inside and out of your house, any space your pet could fit, before considering your dog lost.If you find them, Congratulations, otherwise go around your neighborhood,never going alone, asking neighbors if they've seen you... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Celebrities busted for DUIs: 23 of 36
Celebrities of all ages have been charged with DUI from 75 year old actor Rip Torn(Men in Black) to 18 year old Haley Joel Osment(6th Sense). A DUI charge has not affected 2 celebrities from achieving a better life. In the 1960's Vice President Dick Chaney was busted as well as President George W. Bush in 1976. Kind of scarey... More..