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I live my life as a single 59-year old woman in the beautiful state of Oregon. My career is that of a contract specialist during the day, and on the evenings and weekends I devote to my writing.

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Arts & Humanities > Writing Process (Other) Considering writers and role-playing: 3 of 4
WRITERS WHO ROLEPLAYNeed to work on your fiction writing skills? Do you ever wonder if you have what it takes to write a novel? Can't seem to develop a character? Never had the joy of being the evil plot bunny? Need practice describing scenes? Well then, pick up your quill, dust off your computer, create a character, and role... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Divorce (Other) Can second marriages work?: 67 of 87
Second marriages can work if people are truly honest with themselves as to why their first marriage failed. Any failure in life can be used as a stepping stone to maturity and growth, if it's dealt with adequately and truthfully.To learn and mature as humans, we sometimes need to step back and take a good look at our own beha... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Catholicism Reflections: Catholicism: 14 of 18
I am a Protestant. Baptized as a child in the United Brethren church. Born-again at a Billy Graham Crusade. Most recently in my life attended Assemblies of God and Foursquare Churches, all of which are vastly different than Catholicism.However, about a year ago, I decided that I wanted to attend a Catholic church, and I chose... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication (Other) Symbolic meaning of flowers: 9 of 11
The Power of the RoseThe rose is a beautiful flower. It's been adored throughout history. A flower of romance and symbolism. We write songs and poems about it. We hold tournaments and parades in its honor. We crush its fragrant petals to make perfume. It's the flower of choice to give to someone you love.As beautiful as the r... More..
Relationships & Family > Online Dating Tips on writing a winning internet profile: 14 of 16
My tips for writing a winning Internet profile are directed toward men. After years of on-line Internet searching for the perfect mate, I can honestly say I see a pattern in the thousands of profiles, especially in the photos that men post. We may be able to write very articulate content, but let's face it, a picture is worth... More..
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals Finding your purpose in life: 38 of 43
Dr. Rick Warren wrote a book a few years ago called the "Purpose Driven Life" that made it to the best seller list. Since that book was released, having purpose in life seems to be a hot topic on the Internet.What is purpose? According to the dictionary one of it's definitions is the reason for which something exists. Being a... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life 95.7 million single Americans - are you one?: 10 of 11
Yes, I'm one of them. In fact, I started my own website on the premise that I am just one out of 95.7 million Americans. Statistically speaking, I'm a divorced white female living alone. I've lived alone 36 years of my 57, from birth to present in a single state. I started my website borne out of my own frustrations over my s... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Dilemmas of online dating: 13 of 14
Dilemma - more commonly known as a problem involving a difficult choice. On-line dating can be filled with difficult choices. One of the most major dilemmas it presents is one's willingness to relocate for another. This is my personal story of a difficult choice I made to be with another man in the name of love.I met a man on... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Tips for enjoying the holidays alone: 4 of 4
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Being single, I know it can be tough, especially if you're alone.When I grew up I had a large family. My mother had four brothers who all had kids, and we'd get together every holiday as one great big clan. I remember my mother's cooking, and her great raisin tarts that were our holiday tradition ... More..