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Name: Annaleise Getley
Nationality: Australian
Hobbies: Writing, music (piano, guitar, cello - being a listener), sport (basketball, soccer, hockey, water polo, every thing else).
Pet "loves": Horses, outdoors, physical activity, the beach, eating whatever whenever,

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Fear: 4 of 71
I remember it being cold; my exposed skin struggled to keep its color as the strong wind swirled around its victim, chilling me to the bone. The boat swayed from side to side, its direction determined by the endless thrashing of the malicious waves. It was late and our boat was traveling the endless ocean alone, solitary in o... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Racism Evaluating whether racism can ever be stopped: 2 of 20
Racism, what is it? And why can't we eliminate it? There are many definitions for racism, just as there are many reasons for racism existing and surviving in modern day society. In a world developed on a foundation of human morals and "justice" there has always been and always will be an unseen force, a dark wandering shadow ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Psychology Can dogs sense the supernatural?: 1 of 10
Have you ever had one of those experiences where you're sleeping, with your dog in the room and all of a sudden you're awoken by your dog barking frantically at an unseen element in the room. It is well known that it is in a dog's instinct to guard their territory and in domestic cases to have the urge to defend their owners.... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Unrequited love: 4 of 37
Walking past and past again Two, three, four times in a day I shouldn't, I know I shouldn't, but I do All for a quick glimpse; a moment with you Sometimes you're there; most times not But I'm not looking, never looking Maybe one glimpse, a sideways glance Oh shit, you saw me, or did you? If I were you and you... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures Freemasonry is a cult: 1 of 5
Is Freemasonry a cult? Before I choose to answer this question I'm going to help you create your own opinion on the subject, by enlightening you to the history Freemasonry.Since its beginnings at the original Grand Lodge in London in 1717, Freemasonry has become known as one of the largest secret societies' in all history and... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The execution: 4 of 10
Lucas was only a boy when it happened; he and his parents had struggled to survive on their small farm in a shire just south of London. It was a few months after Queen Mary had ascended the throne; the land was thrown into chaos. Family's everywhere were ripped apart as more and more people shouted 'heresy' in the name of the... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: All or nothing: 2 of 5
Flipping though the pages, of broken dreams and shattered heartsPutting back the pieces of two souls living worlds apartLetting go but holding onI cannot seem to findAnyone who keeps me safeOh Baby you're one of a kindNow we're all getting older and taking our own roadsShedding all our boundaries, fears, regrets and codesOne ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The piano: 2 of 4
A lengthy deep groan was emitted throughout the house, a result of old rusty hinges giving way to my frail body leaning against the adjoining oak door. The daylight from outside swept into the house like water into a stream and as I gazed upon the aged ruin it was almost as though I could hear the very voices of my childhood ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking Tips for maintaining control, power and speed when taking the plunge on your bicycle: 7 of 11
Whether you're a novice cyclist or a rider at the top of your game, when contemplating the decision to push that bicycle over the edge and ride it down to the bottom of your selected peak its essential that you perfect the necessary technique. Having bought your bicycle for your desired discipline be it mountain riding or roa... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Ancient Sparta according to the Greeks: 2 of 3
In today's world there is very little solid evidence that will help unravel the enigma that is Sparta. Perhaps the most mysterious of all ancient Greek city states, the very mention of its name evokes in our mind an image of power, leadership and military supremacy. This popular image of a social eunomia based upon an archaic... More..