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I am a vibrant, energetic "39 going on 30" kind of woman. I love to laugh and even more than that, love to make others laugh. I am empathetic and love all walks of people. I like them, unless they give me reason not to...and even then, who's perfect? So, I'll

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods Enforcing bedtime: The importance of a good sleep routine: 4 of 57
Enforcing bedtime is a crucial step in parenting from the beginning. Creating a sense of relief for your child when it's bedtime can save you anywhere from 4 to 10 years of headaches.I am a mother of 3 and foster mother of 2. I have many friends with children and the topic comes up with every single parent. "How can I get my ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope Can you buy your children's affection with expensive gifts?: 3 of 38
Affection can either mean a fond attachment, like love, or it can mean an influence. Can you "influence" your child by buying them expensive gifts? I guess that would depend on whether they "earned" the gift by good behavior or by completing a task. Then this gift would be more like a reward and yes, you can influence your c... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Firefighters: 3 of 14
Fear doesn't stop them, it's not their first thought.They think of the knowlege that only they've got.They risk limb and life for people not known,For this is their passion, their drive, their home.Having to be so strong and so brave,going in if only 1 they can save.If that 1 belonged to you,wouldn't you thank every one throu... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pain in life: 151 of 594
Pain is something that you feelto let you know your life is real.Without the pain of lovers lost,life can't be lived without some cost.Pain lets you know you're still alivethe pain of working 9 to 5.Without the pain of humanityrulers would just let things be.Things wouldn't adjust and wouldn't growAdversity teaches us what we... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Growing old: 62 of 190
I'm old and alone. Where are my peers?I think back to my friends over the years.Some think a long life would be simply grand.But have you been close enough to see it first hand?The weakness, the pain. Can't see,can't hear.Because of my meds, I can't have a beer.I look around me and filled is every spot.You think I'm rich with... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Britney Spears at the MTV Video Music Awards: 12 of 31
Britney Spears. What kind of images does that name conjure up in your mind? A mouseketeer? Not anymore. A sexy young woman with a great body? Not anymore. A new mother with her baby on her lap escaping the paparazzi? Mmm Hmm. A wild party goer? Yup. Heavier but still trying to wear her 5 year old slinky costumes? Yes. Britne... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Should gays and lesbians be allowed civil unions but not marriage?: 14 of 36
What is the matter with people? The judging is just becoming unbearable! The people voting for or against this are making judgments based on what exactly?The other day I was driving by an abortion clinic and there was a person dressed as the grim reaper complete with sickle. In his hand was a sign with some biblical connotati... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Travel budget: How to save money on vacation: 15 of 38
You've planned the umteenth vacation, checked your budget and it all came to a screeching halt. You hang your head as you must inform your family that this vacation just isn't going to happen and it'll be day trips instead...again. The smiles melt off of their faces and the disappointment is just oozing from everyone's pores.... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Are small dogs safer pets around children?: 50 of 103
Are small dogs or big dogs safer for your children? In my experience, I have found more territorial breeds among the smaller dogs. Most small breeds nip, growl and bite at people other than their "owner". It seems as though they choose one person in particular, usually their main caregiver, and screw everyone else. And if you... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Exercise tips for overweight people: 9 of 18
Being overweight should more often be a reason TO exercise, not refrain from it. If you're overweight and are interested in exercising to become more healthy, reach your proper BMI(body mass index), get smaller or avoid certain diseases, then there are things that you will want to consider.First, get a checkup with your docto... More..