Rainer Maria Rilke once wrote, "Go into yourself. Find out the reason that commands you to write; see whether it has spread its roots into the very depths of your heart; confess to yourself whether you would have to die if you were forbidden to write. This
+ more bio informationMany of the setbacks in our otherwise consistent life are due to associating with the wrong people. Why are individuals sometimes drawn to friends that are so wrong for them? What happens when you go grocery shopping when you are hungry? What if you don't have a list? Do you make the best choices? Not likely. Desperation and... More..
Rust. Rust is the unsightly result of iron in the steel of your car, oxidizing. Nothing will age your car more quickly. Rust will quite literally eat away at the body of your car, compromising its integrity. What can you do to prevent the oxidization of your vehicle? The best thing you can do to maintain your car's unblemish... More..
New parents want what is best for their baby. Couples scrimp and save for months or even years before deciding to try for a baby. There are statistics that state it costs an average of $200,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18. Don't get overwhelmed or think too far ahead. You don't need to buy your unborn child a sport... More..
This is not what it looks like! I swear! Maybe you've been told, "Believe half of what you see and even less of what you hear." This is sound advice. Sometimes our own eyes deceive us. It is in our nature to be curious and to be entertained by the follies of others. How many of us get caught up in celebrity gossip, for examp... More..
We don't live in "Pleasantville" therefore, we get headaches. Even if you did live in Pleasantville, I'm sure you experience just as many headaches as the residents of Boring, Looneyville, Disappointment, and Hell (actual US cities). Common causes, catalysts, and headache triggers include; tension, anxiety, glare, noise, med... More..
When I was five years old I learned a valuable lesson. Pretending to be blind, I walked into the living room with my eyes closed. I walked directly into a shop vacuum, which must have been the same height as I was. I had to get five stitches in my forehead. Since then, I keep my eyes open. When you can't rely on your eyes al... More..
Experienced boaters make it look like you can simply point your canoe downstream and let the current do all the work. Paddling a canoe involves much more. With these tips and a little practice, you will look like a professional and paddle most efficiently. First, who does what? If you are seated at the front of the canoe, th... More..
There is a certain satisfaction that comes from doing something yourself. Washing and waxing your own car is a gratifying task that can extend the life of your vehicle. It'll save you a few bucks to skip the drive through wash, too. So, if the weather is decent and you can park somewhere out of the direct sunlight, get ready... More..
"Harmonious Contradiction" Snow fell in peaceful, violent chaos. The silent wind noisily clamored. The entire world was restlessly content. Keenly anticipating the unexpected, They slept while remaining fully awake. Alert and obliviously observant, They watched, closed eyes identifying Momentous omens, signifying nothing. Th... More..
Each step I take Each breath I breathe I hope to make The best of thee For my name's sake Each special day I do partake In my own way. More..
Terra L. Fletcher
Shawano, Wisconsin US
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