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Writing is in my soul! It is the way I become one with the world, opening my heart and mind to things way beyond my comprehension. My articles, stories, and blogs are part of a journey to discover who I am and what my mission is in life. We all have

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Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Causes of the flu: 1 of 16
Viruses on ParadeThere are three known types of viruses that cause the flu. Scientists have labeled them A, B, and C. Type A flu virus is potentially deadly, and has been known to cause flu pandemics, as it spread throughout the world. Type B is also very severe, though not as severe as type A. Type C is milder. Sometimes, it... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Hunger: 6 of 95
Satisfying WordsI hunger for the wordsThat can heal the painWhen life is disappointingPerhaps they will challengeThoughts that can harm societyI hunger for the truthPeople say they find in scriptureIt is there revealed in the WordI hunger for meaning amidstMental starvationSpirits drying upWith no one to understandI reach out... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Where do fools go wrong?: 3 of 42
A Fool's Wisdom and the Healing Power of Love It is a cause and effect relationship between God, the universe and its inhabitants, and the hearts of all mankind. We were made to love and to be loved. In order to fully appreciate such a purpose, we must exercise our right to love, without upsetting the delicate balance of cre... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Mistaken identity: 6 of 82
Mistakenly IdentifiedI was there when he said I doI gave birth to his sonI became wife and motherUntil all was said and doneI became the daughter in lawHaving been the daughter for yearsI became the boss's wifeThrough a lot of sweat and tearsI did the laundry and cleaned the houseI cooked and worked in the yardNever once did ... More..
Food & Drink > Baking How to make homemade bread: 3 of 40
Home Cooked Bread Made EasyWhether we want to indulge in fresh garlic bread, or deliciously made treats with scrumptious fillings, bread is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. By far, the best bread of all is the one that sends a mouthwatering aroma through the entire neighborhood. Making homemade bread is actually not v... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning Golden rules for financial prosperity: 2 of 24
How Attitudes Toward Money Affect Financial Prosperity How do you feel about money? Seriously, what images does it conjure up? Do you cringe at the thought of all of your bills? Do you cynically laugh knowing you're spending way more than your budget allows? Are you appreciative of your abundance of it and generous with ... More..
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu A look at how long you are contagious with the flu: 1 of 12
How Germs SpreadThe flu, like any other illness, starts when tiny, microscopic particles called germs enter our systems. Germs come in many shapes and sizes. They can be categorized in 4 different ways: bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Germs attach to all sorts of things, including plants, animals and people. Once they... More..
Arts & Humanities > Awareness & Reality Understanding creative thinking: Thinking "outside the box": 1 of 12
How to Improve the Creative ProcessJack did it, and so did Ronald McDonald. Wendy even came along with square hamburgers. Before we knew it, we were plagued with fast food franchises on just about every corner, until Starbucks decided coffee was in order. All it took was a little creative thinking to change the appearance of ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Poetry analysis: A Narrow Fellow in the Grass, by Emily Dickinson: 1 of 12
Poetry Analysis: Emily Dickinson's A Narrow Fellow in the GrassA narrow fellow in the grassOccasionally rides;You may have met him, -did you not,His notice sudden is.The grass divides as with a comb,A spotted shaft is seen;And then it closes at your feetAnd opens further on.He likes a boggy acre,A floor too cool for corn.Yet ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Ahead of his time: 5 of 57
Ahead of His TimeConceivedGrowing into beingUnplanned in the heat of passionForced through power uncontrolledA child ahead of his timeWill never see the worldShe cries when she sees the positive signAn unwanted pregnancyThis child ahead of his timeShe calls for terminationTo end her tragedyWithout a second thought to whoHe wa... More..