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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Meeting the man who became my spouse: 1 of 19
I love the days in life that start out ordinary, but end up extraordinary. October 11, 1969 was such a day for me. I awoke before the buzz of my alarm clock and couldn't wait to get out of bed. That was unusual. Most Saturdays, I buried the nagging clock under my pillow, snoozed until minutes before I had to be at work, panic... More..
Jobs & Careers > Self-Employment How to make sure you actually work when you work from home: 6 of 57
How Time Management Skills Combat Distraction when Working from HomeAnyone working from home has to use effective time-management skills to control distractions and to get work done. Distractions are like undisciplined children. They shout for attention and break concentration: You need to wash the clothes! When are you going... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: The passing of loved ones: 6 of 54
A black velvet sign with white plastic letters read "Warren and Patricia Norris." That sign provided the 1st visible proof that my husband's parents were truly gone. I studied each letter separately and then the words as a whole. I struggled to comprehend the tragedy that so ruthlessly attacked our lives 24-hours earlier.At a... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology How to be more attractive to women: 6 of 45
"Wowing" the woman of your dreams is a learned art. Ten key strategies, each starting with one letter from the word "attractive," are sure to strengthen the odds of making the love connection you long for. Try a few!Be Amazing: Go out of your way to show her that she is special. Instead of buying a bunch of generic flowers at... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet (Other) Should you go gluten-free?: 2 of 15
The food sections of magazines and newspapers frequently contain articles espousing the health benefits of whole grains and cereals. That may be sound advice for some people, but for 1 in 7 Americans with gluten intolerance, eating whole grains leads to serious illness.Gluten intolerance refers to a wide-range of genetically ... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Alec Baldwin: Is he right or wrong in his parent role: 4 of 29
Alec Baldwin's parental role should not be in question based on this one incident with his daughter, Ireland. Making judgments about Baldwin as a person and about his parenting abilities is unfair when based on a voicemail and countless media interpretations. It is up to family counselors, lawyers and judges to study in depth... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childhood Development Raising independent, self-motivated children: 2 of 14
Raising independent children doesn't necessarily require nutritious food, a beautiful house, or special classes. X-out well-adjusted parents, after-school sports, and beautiful clothes, as well. Is raising independent children possible without the trappings of a privileged childhood?Jeannette Walls, author of The Glass Castle... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Life's casualties: 6 of 41
I try to hang on to her,the lovely vision of what she was,but lose my grip,the girl and her dreamsdisappearing before my eyes,like vapor on a warm, sunny morning.No one knows she's gone.I grieve, yet find comfort,in the death of an elusive dream.But wait! I'm wrong!Everyone knows she's gone;It is me who is the last to know.No... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Having a bad day: 16 of 106
Kacey watches as a little airplane plunges from the sky. From a nearby hilltop she yells "pull up, pull up!" The plane dives and climbs, over and over, struggling to survive. Suddenly, with a burst of energy, it soars for the stars!"Bravo, bravo," Kacey cheers, but her joy is fleeting. Kacey sees brilliant lights cascade from... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: A kiss: 3 of 19
Ralph entered Barnes and Noble coffee shop at exactly 9 o'clock on a Saturday morning. He wore jeans with crisp creases down each leg, a plaid button-down shirt, equally well-pressed, white socks, and white Reebok tennis shoes. His thinning-grey hair was combed to one side. As he approached the cafe counter, a clerk turned he... More..