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I am a 29 year old writer and artist living in East Point, Georgia. I've been married for the past six years to a wonderful, powerful woman that I am madly in love with. I also run a company called NEW Creations that provides writing, editing, design, art,

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Politics, News & Issues > Homeland Security Should the US spend taxpayer money to reduce conventional arms caches worldwide?: 1 of 10
The United States had been a major supplier of weaponry for many years now. Inventors here have created some of the scariest and most destructive weaponry ever to exist in the hands of man. Not only should we spend taxpayer money to reduce conventional arms caches worldwide, we should also try to help places heal that have b... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Commentary: From free speech to tasers: 3 of 23
"Don't taze me bro!" has entered our cultural language after the tazer institute at the University of Florida's Constitution Day forum with John Kerry in September of 2007. The whole event began during questioning by the audience of John Kerry. Andrew Meyer, a 21 year old telecommunications student, began to ask his questions... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Terrorism Why it is important to remember the 9/11 terrorism attacks: 18 of 96

On September the 11th 2001 war was declared on America. It is important to remember the attacks of the terrorists on this day, the heroism of the rescuers and others involved in the consequences, and that it could all happen again. Before that horrible day, Americans in general didn't give a thought to the strength and power ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Vanessa Hudgens nude photo leak: 5 of 25
Vanessa Hudgens is a young lady with a bright future in Hollywood. She is one of the stars of the very popular High School Musical productions that Disney produced. Many in the media say that because she has fans who happen to be under the age of 18 she should be extra careful to present herself in the 'proper' way befitting ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Society has its priorities confused: 15 of 70
It is not only possible it is evident almost everywhere you turn in our society that we have our priorities confused. For a good example, if you watch TV you'll know what I'm talking about, how many times did you hear Anna Nichole Smith's name during the time her son died and then she tragically died as well? What else was h... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit Bad credit: Now what?: 13 of 49
Bad credit is American as apple pie in these turbulent finacial times. One parent loses a job and the other is getting paid less for doing more and the bills aren't getting paid like they always used to be. Considering the mess our country is in, we all must consider what the credit ratings mean anyway. Credit ratings are det... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Political Values Parents: Would you send your child off to war?: 16 of 50
I grew up in a military family where I have seen my parents send my two brothers off to war, both the first Gulf War and Operation Iraqi Freedom more recently. While they were proud to have children who were willing to put their lives on the line for their country, they are not war hawks who are happy at the prospect of war. ... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate 2008: When to invest in real estate again: 7 of 20
Investing in real estate is, like any other investment, is full of risk and potential bad deals. So far this year the stock market has consistently fallen, only sporadically making gains but then being pulled sharply down again with news of the price or some other negative report. Investments in gold and energy are increasing... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Dark stories: 244 of 662
The cockroach scampers into the room. He hesitates, smelling and feeling the slight vibrations of something large. But the man doesn't seem to be around, it thought fuzzily. The room is dark and cold. Anyone looking through the living room window would not be able to see the unshaven man sitting on the couch and staring into ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Bush Administration When George W. Bush leaves the presidency: What will he do?: 13 of 33
President Bush, after he is former President Bush, will probably continue the life he lived before he was the President. Mr. Bush is a very rich man and he comes from a very rich family. He can afford to go on month long yacht vacations or stay in the fanciest hotels for months on end. He could even afford to fill a pool ful... More..