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Roy Barton was born and raised in the Medway Towns in Kent, UK, the same part of the world lived in and made famous by Charles Dickens.

Surrounded by the history of the only existing principality in England, Roy developed a keen interest in human, natural and

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Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Should the US pull out its troops regardless of whether Iraq is ready to defend its people?: 21 of 214
The US will, ultimately, pull all their armed forces out of Iraq. There is no debate about that occurring and, given the nature of Middle East politics and conflict, there is unlikely to be a quelling of the violence anytime soon.This provides my belief that the answer has to be 'yes'. I do not believe there is any measurable... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How to avoid buying gender stereotypical gifts: 2 of 15
For many parents, enduring the pressure to buy gifts for their children, pushing a trolley down endless lanes of toys in shopping malls, or besieged by wall-to-wall advertising on the television, the choices ultimately seem stark and simple. Do I get the latest doll with fashion accessories for the girl, or the newest all act... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Unusual encounters: 33 of 227
AN UNEXPECTED GUESTThe rain must have been falling for hours and looked like it was set for the evening. The cloud had prematurely darkened the day and spread a gloom about the old mans' house that forced him to turn on a table lamp in the living room, in the farthest corner from the window. It was there he slowly moved towar... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies Alternative medicine: The benefits of supplements for 30- and 40-year olds: 9 of 37
So here you are entering the so-called third or fourth age of man (or woman) and you're well aware that the days of feeling immortal are long gone. There are kids around your ankles, mortgage around your neck and work is weighing on your mind. No wonder you're feeling a little jaded, down, depressed, stressed. You have IBS, i... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Guide to classical music festivals in Europe: 1 of 4
Considering the depth and wealth of classical music, how it transformed an often war-ravaged Europe into a leading light of art and culture, and understanding how it maintains an important place within the music world, it is perhaps surprising that there are only a handful of large scale dedicated classical music festivals wi... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Growing old: 35 of 130
Aagh I'm falling apart. I wouldn't mind so much but I am only thirty-eight and I have lived mostly in denial of aging, pretty much forever or since I was racing around DisneyWorld looking for Mickey Mouse at the age of 20. I resolved from that moment on that I would never age.But then I'm driving around on a nice summer day w... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Reasons to eat locally grown foods: 9 of 30
There are so many good reasons to eat locally grown food, especially if you live in a rural community, as I am fortunate enough to.For me it is just as easy to go to the local farm selling produce as it is to travel to the nearest supermarket. But, aside from my own personal circumstances, it would be beneficial for most peop... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Angels: 82 of 263
A whisper soft on autumns' wingdrifts and fluttersmoves invisible thru' the airtouching everything and nothingpassing, caught not on branchesbut in minds and memoriestelling of winter tide,of natures' sleep,of need to rest.But the whisper begsbe bold, it sighs,it shall never rest or sleep,no need, for it remains always,I can ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Parents reflect on "The Terrible Twos": 10 of 29
Children are, quite rightly, the most amazing thing, that you could ever have. Their smiles can make you laugh, or break your heart. Their activities can impress and surprise, as they tackle new obstacles and learn new things on a continuous basis, and they can talk clearly and coherently one moment, and then babble on in gob... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Fantasy stories for children: 30 of 76
A Fairy TaleIn the secret forest lived the last fairies. Enchanted, it preserved their existence as children stopped believing in them. As they slipped from memories, they vanished from existence and, heavily reduced in numbers, they retreated to the secret forest, where the few that survived would be protected.Before they le... More..