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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 191

For Every Thing...There is a Season The 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 Jo...
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Is Jamie Lynn Spears following in the footsteps of sister Britney Spears?: 2 of 14

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 whe...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: When to say good-bye to a friend you've outgrown: 2 of 10

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...
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Tommy Hilfiger escorted off the Oprah Winfrey Show: Your reactions: 4 of 13

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, ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: On self-acceptance: 25 of 69

I Am Not Strong I am not strong I am delicate Wonderfully & Intrinsically made... Like fine china or Hand blown glass To be handled with care Fragile My Creator made me this way Exquisite Exclusively original I require Gentleness I cannot be tossed around Recklessly treated I might crack, perhaps shatter No one can put me ba...
Religion & Spirituality > Speculations & Criticisms Why the world is not going to end in December 2012: 2 of 5

Since the beginning of ages, man has longed to know the secrets of the universe, how he came to be and what will happen to him when he dies. These mysteries conjure deep thought, personal reflection, religious teachings and scientific study. In recent years the age of technology has afforded the ability to tap in to th...
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas The case for preserving American Christmas traditions and customs: 10 of 22

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 chall...
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Healing Forgiveness and your healing journey: 22 of 47

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 ...
Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises Tips for choosing a Caribbean cruise: 1 of 2

Cruising can be a wonderful way to sample vacation destinations while enjoying the wonders of the ocean. When considering a Caribbean cruise you should think about what you want to get out of your vacation. The first consideration should always be budget. All cruise lines charge a per person fee per cabin. There are usually ...
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Desperate singles: Going too far in the quest for coupledom: 11 of 21

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 thei...