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I've been writing since I was five years old, once I gave my father my "manuscript" to send off for publishing and he returned home several days latter with a type bound (by his secretary) version of my book. I was hooked and still am. I don't get much free

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Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs How to catch your spouse cheating: 2 of 35

How to catch your spouse cheating First you must ask yourself if it would make a difference if you actually caught your spouse cheating. Once you have reached the point of not trusting your spouse and begin to imagine him in all sorts of intimate excursions with his co-worker, the receptionist, a customer or just some floozy...
Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) The greatest comeback story: 53 of 138

What started out as a normal Saturday filled with household chores and basketball ended with my two and half year old dying. I was awakened earlier in the morning by my two and half year old son tickling my nose, "Mama I want breakfast" he begged. "Okay, give mama a chance to wake up" I requested as I slowly removed the cove...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Who I am: 156 of 339

Magnificent Black Woman I am ebony, coca, coffee cream, chocolate, and spice. I am a Black Woman a Magnificent Sight. I create such a stir whatever I do. Attracting stares of astonishment, it's the distinction of my stride, and the conviction of my voice. I am a Black Woman a Magnificent Choice. I am Fire, a burning desire t...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The cycle of love & pain: 49 of 103

Full circle, right back where it all began, 19 years ago, things were so out of control, Craving your love, I lost my mind, Did things I neva thought I’d do, You see your love was my drug, One hit and I was done, It was obvious for all to see That your love had taken control of me. I had heard sistas talk about a &ldqu...
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Once a criminal, always a criminal: 6 of 12

Society has been taught that if someone commits a crime then they are forever a criminal. However, I do not agree that everyone who has committed a crime will continuously commit crimes. Let us consider the single mother who needs formula for her child, she works forty hours a week at a low paying job, has no support from he...
Education > College Life The Black College experience is the best college experience for African American students: 2 of 4

Because of my experience at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU), I am certain that it is the best college experience for African American students, even now some twenty-five years later I still feel the same way each time I return my son to yet a different HBCU. The experiences that are generated at one of the ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A phenomenal black man: 2 of 4

Phenomenal Black Man Although inflicted with many injustices I still rise; upon my broad powerful shoulders, I carry my family, aspirations and my pride. I am a warrior blazing the trails of success. The leader of family, friends, and tribe I once was crowned with jewels, land, and pride. Society has tried to strip me of my ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Shattered dreams: 7 of 12

One hundred years seems like a long time You see a lot can happen in a hundred year span For a young boy from Madisonville One hundred years was something he planned. One hundred years and you see a lot, Gone from segregation to integration For a young boy from Madisonville One hundred years meant surviving the Great Depress...
Education > Special Education If your child is dyslexic: 4 of 6

Research demonstrates that children improve in school when parents communicate frequently with teachers and become involved in the educational environment. There are numerous methods that parents and teachers can use to interact other than depending solely on pre-planned parent-teacher conferences. (University of Illinois Ex...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods Finding your role as a young mother: 12 of 16

Becoming a mother at any age can be extremely overwhelming, however, as a young mother, finding your role can be extremely difficult. Motherhood is a role that is precious and unique to each mother, finding the right path may be difficult and challenging but it is rewarding all the same. I became a mother for the first time ...