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Welcome, I hope you enjoy our visit. You are some of my favorite people. I like to watch you, as you help me grow. That's what is so fascinating about writing. I can include you in my life and write my way into yours.

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Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife How and why Satan torments people: 1 of 55

There are two reasons for Satan to torment people: to keep them separated from God and to disrupt their witness of God. The second could be considered as being within the parameters of the first, except that the target of each is different. Satan's influence for the first is directed toward people who have not chosen God. Th...
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Poem ideas for baby shower invitations: 1 of 36

There are a lot of factors involved in the arrival of a baby. Determining the right wording for a baby shower invitation depends on several of those factors. Mostly remember the shower is for Mom and or Dad. Here are a few poems ideas for shower invites: Religious: God sent angels to a door And said, get ready for one more L...
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms What it means to be a woman over 40 in the new millennium: 5 of 93

The new millennium is a great time to be a woman over forty. It's an exciting time for any woman. But. as women over forty we have dodged more bullets and trials in the twentieth century than at any time previous. We have left behind the woman who is obligated to stay home and take care of the children and keep her place in ...
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Poetry analysis: He is More Than a Hero, by Sappho: 1 of 18

Works of the ancient poets have a unique ability to give us a glimpse into their culture. "He's More Than a Hero" by the Greek poet Sappho, who lived somewhere between 630 B.C.E. and 570 B.C.E., is one of the few from her volumes of writing salvaged. She is one of the few well known female poets of her time, and wrote mostly...
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Poetry analysis: Drinking Alone in the Moonlight, by Li Po: 1 of 16

Li Po also known as Li Bai was a sixth century Chinese poet. He was a Taoist and member of a small group of Chinese poets who were devoted to nature and wine. The poem "Drinking Alone with The Moon" is likely from that period of his life. Some other subjects that he studied in his poetry which may apply were an interest in a...
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Death: 8 of 111

Dust Theresa's drive home from work was plagued by the heat and dryness of the two-year drought. Sweat dripped off her forehead stinging her eyes. Wiping her hand across her brow to stop the salty liquid, she wondered why they ever bought a house on a dirt road. Because it's only a half mile from town, thought Theresa, answe...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Good-bye: True gardening stories relating to love, life and gardening: 21 of 257

In her garden of flowers, dear Clara was in her element. She also loved the vegetable garden which we'd sometimes help to plant, especially the children. She'd let them eat carrots right out of the patch after just a quick wiping off with her apron. When they would help her pick the strawberries she'd chastise them for pluck...
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Is the Christian Eucharist in the form of real bread and grape juice legitimate?: 1 of 9

The Christian Eucharist is a matter of following the example set forth by Christ at the last supper. The Bible outlines how the first Sacrament was observed. This took place prior to Jesus death on the Cross. Jesus was instructing the disciples that He would need to be remembered for His sacrifice. Before Jesus passed the br...
Autos > Buying & Selling Cars How to read a new car window sticker: 2 of 16

You need a car. You want to buy a new car, but when you get to the lot, the salesperson leads you around to what they want you to buy. But, you have the knowledge to show them what you are looking for. You are armed with information that will help keep you from the emotionally driven purchase the salesperson is counting on. ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Ancient cities: 14 of 94

Walking Through Frozen Pompeii Vesuvius spat its cloud of hot ash. Winds of flame froze Pompeii in its place. We've studied their culture and assume to have gained some knowledge from statues of human remains. But walking the ruins cannot open our eyes to that moment in time when Pompeii died. To have watched across the Medi...