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I am a writer by want, not by need. I have been writing poetry and songs for over 20 years and still I find new words and combinations each day. With each new day comes a new poem or song.

Most of the time my poems are of the darker side but once and a while

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Travel > Air Travel & Airlines How to travel comfortably in economy: 17 of 23
I am a frequent flier and I always go coach. Why you ask? Because I have perfected the way to travel coach. You have to understand that there is no real way to win at flying coach so you have to improvise. Some good ways to lighten your coach-cramps are to get the seats in the emergency rows or the very back rows. These rows... More..
Relationships & Family > Online Dating The best online dating websites: 3 of 4
On-line dating can be very rewarding for some but to others , it can be a nightmare. There are so many fly-by-night sites there now that you really do not know which ones to trust. There are also many questions you have to ask yourself before signing up and putting your information on the Internet. One question that you migh... More..
Entertainment > Music Production & Engineering How to get through a band audition: 3 of 4
Take a deep breathe . Plug in. Play. Seems easy , doesn't it ? I assure you getting through your band audition is a bit more complicated than that. The first thing you need to do is prepare. If you are a guitar player , like me, then you may have a few exercises that you do to warm up. Make sure to arrive early and go to a s... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Learning to play the guitar: 19 of 23
Challenge me. Make me learn. Teach me new things. Aspire to be more. Learn to play guitar ! I remember when I first decided to play guitar. It was not a desire to make music, it was not a desire to become a star ... it was challenging. My friend, Tommy, had an old guitar that he banged around on in his room and I would go th... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Fiction writing: How to create believable characters: 41 of 48
Ivan turned the corner at Vladimirskaya street only to find he was surrounded by five thugs brandishing clubs and other types of bludgeoning weapons. Quickly , like a cat, he struck the first two causing them to fall into unconsciousness . Before the others could even blink or react he had disarmed them and shattered their k... More..
Entertainment > Music Business Musicians: The importance of building a fan base: 18 of 19
Fans. The people that make your life worth living as a musician. Anyone can sit in a garage and play music with his friends day in and day out, but what comes after all of that practice and dedication? Do you envision your music group in the garage playing to sold out shows? Do you imagine young girls throwing clothing to yo... More..
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes Why relationships die: 32 of 33
It is hard to imagine that a loving relationship can die but they often do. Why they die can be a very hard thing to put your finger on. For some the spark of love just fades and , for others, the couples just seem to drift apart. I believe that many things become factors as the relationship progresses and if we know the sta... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice A guide to secluded beaches in the US: 13 of 13
When you think of Texas most people think of Oil, Cowboys and Longhorns but did you know that Texas has many beaches hidden from the throng of people that flood to its coast each year? It doesn't matter if you are into the mainstream tourist areas or the secluded nude beach of High Island, Texas has a beach for everyone. The... More..
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) How to find arrowheads and other Native American artifacts: 6 of 6
Arrowhead hunting is treasure hunt of the most basic kind , combining a keen sense of sight with an adamant ability for patience. If you are not the most patient of people then this may not be the hobby for you. I live in Southeast Texas and there were many Indian tribes active in the years before the settlers came to Texas.... More..
Travel > Air Travel & Airlines Airline reviews: Air France: 4 of 4
I recently flew Air France from Paris, France to Kiev, Ukraine then from Kiev back to Houston, Texas and it was an adventure for sure. I missed the first flight from Paris to Kiev but customer service was on their toes and got me situated with a free meal ticket and a calling card to help me call Ukraine to let my friends me... More..