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Born in suburban Philadelphia, PA and relocated to Atlanta Georgia. Married with three children and three grand children.

Writing since the tender age of five. Genres include, poetry, short stories, journalistic articles and currently working on a fictional

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Family stories and memories: 4 of 205
For Every Thing...There is a SeasonThe week of March 25th, I mourned the loss of my dear paternal uncle, John Crabb Sr. and celebrated the birth and life of my maternal grandmother Helen Nelson. I remember the week before vividly, Tuesday, March 20th. It was around the noon hour when I had a sudden urge to pray for Uncle John... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Tommy Hilfiger escorted off the Oprah Winfrey Show: Your reactions: 2 of 19

Tommy Hilfiger's decision to appear on the Oprah Winfrey show to debunk this urban legend was nothing short of brilliant. The vicious rumor had its start many years ago after Hilfiger's line of prep inspired sportswear became hugely popular among young urban teen agers and hip hop artists.After years of ignoring the rumor, bo... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture What a friend we have in Jesus: 2 of 12
"What a friend we have in Jesus". A wonderful hymn and a truth those of us who love and know Him share. Webster's dictionary defines friend 1) One who is attached to another by affection or esteem. [Isn't it awesome to know that Jesus has affection for us and holds us in high esteem!] 2)One that is not hostile: One that is of... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Is Jamie Lynn Spears following in the footsteps of sister Britney Spears?: 4 of 23
The frenzy over Jamie Lynn Spears the past few days has amazed me. What baffles me, is not the fact that this young woman is pregnant, but rather the media coverage that her pregnancy has received.If there is a glimmer of hope in this, it is that a national discussion on teen pregnancy is now happening. The issue is not wheth... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas The case for preserving American Christmas traditions and customs: 5 of 24
In an America where we have truly become a melting pot of cultures, staying true to our American traditions and customs is critically important. The beauty about visiting other countries is experiencing the differences in the way people live. Some of those difference might often make one uncomfortable, yet the personal challe... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: When to say good-bye to a friend you've outgrown: 2 of 9
We all know when it is time to leave a lover, but what happens when you have simply out grown a friend? When do you say good-bye? Friendships are born out of our environments. Where we are in life. Someone you grew up with in your neighborhood or went to school with. A college room mate, a co-worker. A friendship may develop ... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Does reality TV really reflect reality ?: 10 of 33
Reality TV, is it real? Not really. Reality TV got its start with the avant-gard MTV show The Real World. The Real World orginially started as a social experiment bringing seven young people from very different socio-economic demographics to live under one roof and film them as they interacted with one another. The provocativ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Concepts (Other) What makes you believe or disbelieve in God: 13 of 36
I have a friend who once said to me, "You know how it was before we were saved and didn't care about God." My response to her was "No. I do not have any memories that don't include God."I have always been God conscience. Some could argue that this is because of my religious up bringing. However, I challenge that notion. Even ... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Desperate singles: Going too far in the quest for coupledom: 12 of 31
Desperate singles are going too far in the quest for coupledom. I am particularly concerned with the desperation of women in America. The need to feel attached to someone has given place to loose morals, confusion regarding sexuality and a host of children in single parent homes.When one does not feel a whole person on their ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Healing Forgiveness and your healing journey: 22 of 56
I used to think that forgiving someone meant that no matter what terrible thing had been done to me, I wouldn't hold it against them. Later,I realized just how wrong I was.I often wondered why after I had forgiven someone, I still felt angry. Though I had committed not to hold the violation against them, I still relived it of... More..