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Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Breaking up: 5 of 200

~Sunny Day~ It's all screwed up when dreams come true, Gets messed up when I start talkin' to you, Smiles turned sad it's a different pace, Anger wells up in the look on your face; Close the door and I'm out on my own, Walkin' away, turning my back on home; Can't you see what you did to me, Broke my heart and left me to be, ...
Creative Writing > Memoirs My second chance at life: True stories about facing death: 6 of 154

Have I done things differently? Am I more thankful? Are they ready for me on the other side? Death has missed its mark a few times in my life and I have to stop to wonder why. Dreams of going out in flaming glory have passed. Now I long to die quietly in my home, surrounded by people who love me, people who will carry on my ...
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How to save on heating costs: 1 of 20

Of all places we want to feel the most comfortable in our own home. With the rising cost of energy and the seasons changing, we can expect to see increases to our monthly heating bill. Some simple ideas are listed below to help reduce the cost when the temperature goes down. 1. Dress For The Occasion Dress accordingly for th...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Struggle: 19 of 195

Tortured Soul Woe is he, one who's lost Walking forward to no end Consequence without cost Taking life with all rend. Tortured soul find the peace Accept the grace and all the ease Speak no ill of that done wrong Find the peace struggles done. Transform the grief and the shame Write the life with no ones blame Done are times...
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to install a home bar: 2 of 18

Planning to turn that extra space in your home into a home bar will provide a great entertaining space. Whether you are do-it-yourself or hiring a contractor, be aware of the elements that make a great bar. Proper planning and consideration of mood and atmosphere will determine how comfortable the space becomes. Always remem...
Politics, News & Issues > Economic News High gasoline prices and the solution: 4 of 19

While the economy suffers as in impact of high gasoline prices this is a true blessing in disguise. As increasing costs of crude oil and taxation drive the price of gasoline higher it becomes more economically viable to research and put alternative energy sources onto the market place. Sure enough, disruption will be felt ac...
Autos > SUVs Should we still be buying SUVs?: 3 of 14

SUV vehicles have an important role to play in the automotive industry. A better question to ask would be, "Under what circumstances should we be buying a SUV?" A SUV, despite its awful gas mileage, can still be an economical vehicle. As with all passenger vehicles, next generation technologies can help solve environmental i...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Life: 41 of 157

Knight of Quality "Simulated disorder postulates perfect discipline; simulated fear postulates courage; simulated weakness postulates strength." - Sun Tzu My second summer in Vancouver was quite enjoyable. I had a multitude of events going on. Dance lessons, pre-approval for a mortgage, and most importantly, I was dating a f...
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Collecting Zippo lighters: 1 of 3

Zippo began in 1932 and since its inception has produced more than 400 million lighters. Catering to American, European, and Asian markets with several designs introduced. Every lighter carries the world famous Zippo Lifetime Guarantee in that lighters sent back to the factory in Bradford, PA, USA will be restored to full me...
Computers & Technology > Business & Office Software Software reviews: Quicken Home and Business 2008: 1 of 3

I downloaded a copy of Quicken Home and Business 2008 from the Intuit website. I have been a religious user of Quicken for many years and purchase a new copy every 2 years. Recently upgrading my OS to Windows Vista, I wanted to upgrade my Quicken as well. Downloading the software was a piece of cake. Enter my details, pay, c...