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My name is Kathryn. I live in a small town in Washington and go to high school in the next town over. I enjoy music and writing. Beyond school work, those two things run my life. I play harp and sing in my high school's top choir. I'm looking forward to a

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Health & Fitness > Healthy Cooking & Meal Planning How to pack lunches for teens: 7 of 28
As a teen myself, I know how it is eating school lunches. There are the great things [some schools order pizza to the school for lunch] but there are also the MANY drawbacks. School lunches are often nasty and, even those who don't order pizza, not as healthy as you think. The amount of calories an average student buying from... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Amazing desserts: 52 of 147
Caramel Candy Pie...yummyFor the crust: I always use a store bought chocolate pie crust, but you can also make your own.Ingredients for the filling:40 soft caramel candies1/4 cup water4 tablespoons unsalted butter3/4 to 1 cup sugar3 large eggs, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractpinch or so of saltDirections:1. Preheat the oven ... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Interesting cookies: 7 of 14
Chocolate-Marshmallow CookiesThese tempting cookies are hard to resist, of course, since the recipe makes about 40 cookies, you won't have to feel quite as bad about having a second one.For the cookies:Ingredients:1 1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup vegetable shortening2 large eggs1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powd... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Guide to the best fast foods in the United States: 3 of 6
Fast food: we all know to stay away from it. But what if we have no other choice?It's cheap, it's delicious, and it's every where. Sometimes we have no way of avoiding fast food. But we all know the dangers of the food; how unhealthy it is for your body. Still, there are some low-fat, low-calorie, low-sodium, low-sugar altern... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Photography tips: Taking a photo and what to do afterwards: 1 of 2
Before taking a digital photo class last year, I was not good at telling the difference between a good photo and a bad one. Now, though, not only can I tell the difference, I can help you create a good photo.There are a few basic tips I have for ensuring a quality photo no matter how good you are at taking them.1. Use the str... More..
Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing Sending your kids back to school in style but without spending too much: 1 of 2
As a 14 year old girl who has subscriptions to all the "Top" fashion magazines, I know how hard it is to buy clothes that are in style and don't cost a million dollars. As long as I can remember, my clothes have all come from the clearance rack, especially at places like Hollister. Well, while the clearance rack is a terrific... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Far away: 159 of 187
My mother shed a tear for youBut one simply won't do.For you a sister hurts herselfBut you can never spread your wealth.You may be able to catch a fishBut you can never grant my wish.Your family wants you home for mealsBut you're part of the Navy Seals. More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Moments that change your life: 213 of 234
I always enjoyed singing, dancing, acting, and dressing up. As a young child, I would often play make-believe and dress-up. It wasn't until the 7th grade that I realized I could combine the four fun things I had been doing all my life. A wonderful teacher of mine encouraged me to audition for the school musical that year. Tho... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Time: 714 of 759
Willing time to move much slowerThough I know my efforts failTime moves faster with strained heartbeatsIt's time I take matters in my own handsHoping beyond hope that time will stopOnly to find another hour's goneSummer's leaving and with itHope that it'll come again.The grey clouds cover all that's leftOf endless summer skie... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Taking better vacation photos: 5 of 5
You just got back from a once in a lifetime trip, one that you've dreamed about since you were a child. You want to share this trip with your friends so you plug in your camera to your computer and begin to delete the bad pictures. You get rid of blurry pictures, dark ones, ones with too much flash, and ones of your feet. Fin... More..