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About me - K.C. Jean Kellam

I am a freelance writer with experience in technical writing, grant writing, and journalism but my passion is creative writing, especially poetry.
I am a mom and find this to be my best work in life.
I have an American Staffordshire Terrier, Maya, who is my

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Ophelia's fears: 1 of 5
Dear Sweet OpheliaWith your curly, brown locks and dimpled cheeksWhy are you so melancholyYour outlook seems so bleakHold your head up high, OpheliaDon't stare down at your feetKeep those blue eyes wideYou are better than you seemWrite about the sadnessIf you must to let it goBut write also about the happinessThat in your hea... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to have the perfect Fourth of July barbecue: 4 of 19
The spirit behind our national holiday, the Fourth of July, is best expressed through the American tradition of backyard barbecues. With family, friends, and some of the most irresistible summer foods, the barbecue is a time honored way to spend the lazy July 4th afternoon before the ever spectacular fireworks shows.The right... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Fresh air: 19 of 87
I am not running away, I swearJust stepping out to get some airThat is not the wind beneath my feetJust a breeze ever so sweetFresh air is all I askA moment alone is all I needDon't get the wrong impressionI would never just up and leaveI'd never dream or disappearingOr taking off in the nightJust a little breath of freedomIs... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love expressed: 159 of 719
In the openAnd nothing to loseI express my love to youYours to do withAs you chooseNothing I can doWait and seeIf eventuallyA spark becomes a fireEven if you leaveAnd you don't want meWhat bravery you've inspired More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: I cannot remember my mother: 2 of 9
I can not remember my motherNor can I easily forgetSuch a loved and torn relationshipMending fences has not begun yetI can not remember my motherNot as a child or as an adultAnd if I do it must be taintedOr my memory corruptI can see a glimpse of her in photosBut never when we are nearShields are up and swords are drawnThere ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A day in my life: 87 of 390
A day in the life of meis not as easy as it seemsTorn between realityAnd a yearning to follow pipe dreamsSeeking solace from the stormShelter in a time of warWishing to fight against the normA day in my life I am tornA day in my lifeCan coincideWith the everchanging tideWith the beat of an internal drumA biological theme to w... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: I'll be fine: 36 of 154
Stop looking at me like thatYou know that I'll be fineI know that I am cryingI do it all the timeI know my tears they hurt youThey hurt me too if kept insideEverytime they fall, I feel my soul let goThen there's nothing left to hideDon't worry so much over meI'll be just fine in the endI know I talk of sadness and plightMessa... More..
Autos > Classic Cars Classic car reviews: 1973 Dodge Challenger: 1 of 4
For many car enthusiasts, the 1973 Dodge Challenger is a dream machine to own or work with. A fat E-body frame, thick tires, and smooth lines have commanded the attention of car owners and buyers since its prototype began in 1968 and was introduced in 1970. Dodge's competition in the pony car club, such as Camaro, Mustang, an... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues What to do when you suspect neglect or abuse of dogs: 4 of 15
It is a heart wrenching situation to see any living thing in pain or being abused but when it comes to animals, most are wary to do something about the situation. A confrontation with a neighbor, friend, or coworker may not be what you are looking for but the main thing to keep in mind is that there is an obvious neglect of l... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Family ties: 31 of 114
Bound together eternallyThe ties that bind a familyAcross time and across the seaI am you and you are meI am my mother and hersAnd hers yet againI am my father and hisAnd his without endI am my children and hopeOf a future unknownThe family in meIs written in stone More..