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I'm new here, but enjoying myself immensely! I have always enjoyed writing and figured - why not? So here I am! I write during the day, at night, and when I feel the inspiration to do so - now I just have a more of a reason!

Mother to 4 kids: 8,5,3, and 1.

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Education > Education (Other) How to be an effective advocate for your child at school: 2 of 23
Education is one of the most important fundamentals in our lives. Without it we may struggle to support ourselves as adults. With it we are able to soar, reaching goals we never thought attainable in our youth. As parents we find ourselves concerned about how well our children are being educated. We question how to effective... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: A kiss: 2 of 19
Hand in hand we walked out to his car. I could feel the soft breeze rush through my silk blouse. The pavement was still wet; damp from the evening rain. My bare toes - numb in the cool October air. It was our third date. I didn't want him to leave. There was something different about him. The quiet, gentle manner - so differ... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Finding bugs in the house: 12 of 75
I feel the sun streaming in through the window. I wonder if getting up is quite what I want to do. Could I stay in bed for just that one minute longer? The baby starts to cry. My question is answered. I clamor out of bed grab the baby and as I stumble toward the family room to sit and watch just a few minutes of TV before tu... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) True gardening stories: How it all went terribly wrong (humor): 23 of 140
With the excitement of owning our home, my husband had tilled a garden spot for me. I had lovingly chosen plants to cultivate; my favorite, the baby of the garden, and the only survivor - my tomatoes. I had planted them from seed. I thought I had researched and had chosen wisely, but everyone I talked to told me I had plante... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Testimonies: An open letter to God: 16 of 51
Father in Heaven, I am grateful for the love which Thou has given to me throughout my life. I am grateful for the gospel, for the atonement and the sacrifice of Thy son. I feel Thy love throughout my life, and am grateful for the Spirit which guides me in my daily routines. I thank Thee for these blessings; I do not know whe... More..
Health & Fitness > Autism Autism: Is it really an epidemic?: 6 of 17
My son has autism. When he was little I didn't recognize the signs. It wasn't until he was 4 years old and I visited a website listing the signs of autism that I realized how closely he fit the description of Asperger's Syndrome. Jesse was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder a year ago. Since then, I have been able to... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations The Book of Mormon: 10 of 28
Another testament of Christ is the claim made on the cover of the Book of Mormon. The book made of precious gold was brought forth by God after a boy of 14 questioned the truthfulness of the gospels being preached around him. Joseph Smith, after attending many churches and trying to determine which to join, read James 1:5 "I... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Special Needs When a child's tantrums reveal significant behavior issues: 3 of 8
Children will regularly start to tantrum as they near the age of two. They are reaching out, grasping for the independence they desire. A tantrum may come because a child is told they have to eat that detestable broccoli before the delectable cookie, or maybe when they want to wear their swimming suit into the -10 F winter a... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Great crafts ideas to do with your children: 6 of 13
Every child loves doing crafts with Mom and Dad. Here are five great craft ideas that will teach skills while you and your child enjoy laughing and having fun creating together! 1. Sock Doll Necessary items: Sock, fiberfill, needle, thread, and decorations such as: lace, yarn, fabric scraps, buttons, markers, sequins, felt. ... More..
Health & Fitness > Autism Acceptance issues with autistic children: Parents and the world: 7 of 15
It was dusk and we were at my oldest sons soccer practice. Jesse spilled his crackers on the ground. I rushed to help him pick them up, but I was grabbing for the wrong thing. I should have known better. Instead of throwing himself on the ground like I was thinking he would, he went after his sister who was playing by my fee... More..