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I am single, living in Montreal, one of Canada's largest cities. I am grateful of the great benefit of beimg fluent in French and English.

I have always loved words. As a teenager, I spent summers reading novels. Later, I was mesmerized by the performances

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Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Before PlayStation: The toys I grew up with: 4 of 136
I grew up in a family of four during the sixties. We did not lack anything, there was always food on the table, but we were not rich. My father, who was the only breadwinner of the household, struggled to make ends meet as a small corner store's owner and could not afford to buy expensive toys. Solitaire by nature and because... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Behind the name: Caleb: 3 of 27
Of Hebrew origin, Caleb, pronounced KAY-leb, is often translated as "faithful" or "loyal," most likely because a dog displays these attributes towards its master. Several figures throughout the Old Testament also have names that correspond to an animal. The son of Jephunneh, Caleb is noted for his faith in God when the Hebrew... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges The role of religion in teen life: 6 of 53
Teenagers present a special challenge in a Christian home. The teen years are a time of many changes and much uncertainty. Adolescents face many obstacles in their route to leading a strong Christian lifestyle. Everyday, they are subject to extreme peer pressure and a materialistic society which sometimes looks down upon fait... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life How to beat loneliness: 1 of 8
In today's society, many people live alone, some by choice, others as a result of regrettable events, such as marriage failure or the death of a spouse. Most of us, at some point in our existence, find ourselves alone. For a certain period, solitude is greatly beneficial. It permits us to get out of our shelves, explore new... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: First love: 13 of 94
To the first man I loved,You are often in my thoughtsSometimes I try to imagine your lifebefore you became my fatherI perceive you as a little boy, going through the stages of childhood,I picture your efforts during every step of your education,I share your excitement as you commence your professional career,I imagine your ha... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights Finding spiritual peace in a tough economy: 9 of 51
FINDING SPIRITUAL PEACE IN A TOUGH ECONOMY When life runs smoothly, most people rarely think about their spiritual life. Yet, an endurable spiritual balance procures strength, courage and hope during hardships. How does someone achieve such a goal? Mostly with knowledge and training. Whether it is in music, literature, sports... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Best home businesses for 2008: 4 of 20
Frequently, when surfing or browsing the classifieds, you come across advertisements with enticing and seemingly simple opportunities and you can't help but wonder if it is possible to earn money on the Internet. What does it really take to succeed? First and foremost, it depends on the amount of time you are willing to commi... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics The nutritional benefits of eating bananas: 1 of 5
The true origin of Bananas is found in the region of Malaysia. Bananas then traveled to India where they are mentioned in the Buddhist Pali writings dating back to the 6th century BC. Alexander the Great discovers the taste of the banana in the Indian valleys in 327 BC. According to Chinese historian Yang Fu, China was tendin... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Comparative Religion Faith in the modern world: 6 of 29
What Christians May Learn From Jehovah Witnesses The first time I encountered a Jehovah Witness was at the beginning of my third year in high school. *Lynn was part of my group of friends and we spent a lot of time together during the following three years. She was an amusing, smart, sweet girl and the only distinction with t... More..
Computers & Technology > PDAs & Handheld Devices Is the new Blackberry Storm better than the iPhone?: 4 of 18
BLACKBERRY STORMThe Blackberry Storm, with a screen size of 3.25", is the first Blackberry with palpable command. Its SurePress technology allows for quick and easy navigation, as well as accurate typing, because at the pressure of the finger, the screen clicks as a traditional keyboard. Moving the cursor around within text i... More..