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I am a freelance writer and author of two books. I'm also the mother of 3 sons and a daughter. I love animals, nature, reading and quiet time. My interests are wide and varied including everything from science, relgion, ancient civilizations and archaelogy

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Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife Exploring the possibility of life after death: 1 of 49
The possibility of life beyond death has intrigued humankind throughout time. I do believe in life beyond death. It seems plausible that we are something more than simply the bodies which we perceive ourselves to be. Several people have had near death experiences (NDEs) and many cases have been well documented. Although there... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy How to fight pregnancy fatigue: 1 of 23
Fatigue is a natural occurrence during pregnancy. At times you may feel exhausted and completely drained. It is normal to feel tired as your body adjusts to its pregnant state. During the first trimester hormone levels are changing and your body is going through a state of flux as it nurtures the new life growing inside. As t... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips Helping children deal with grief and loss: 2 of 36
Loss of any kind can be very traumatic for children especially when it involves the death of a family member. Children grieve just as adults do and their grief can run just as deep. Children may grieve not only because of death but due to lost surroundings, friends, chronic illness and change that may be difficult for them to... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Blank canvas: 8 of 140

Standing alone, untouchedAn empty slateof stark whitenessColors unfold asthe growth of autumn treesMidnight blue, spring greenSolitary grey beneaththe rainbow shaded huesSmudged tears fallon watercolor livesLaughter spashes acrossfragile pagesEach day is a blank canvaswaiting to be filledwith the pallet of existencethe water ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Aging parents and young children: How to explain aging to your kids: 1 of 14
Children may not understand aging and death but even young are aware. That is why they ask questions. They are attempting to understand. Children can tell when something is wrong. They pick up on the feelings and emotions of parents and those around them.My mother lived with my family for a few years before her death. She was... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies Allergies: Symptoms and treatment: 2 of 25
What are allergies?Allergies are symptoms that result from the body's reaction to a foreign substance commonly referred to as an allergen. An allergen can be a substance such as dust, pollen, pet dander or even food.Types of allergiesThere are several different types of allergies including seasonal allergies, food allergies a... More..
Religion & Spirituality > New Age Concepts Psychic vision experiences: 1 of 9
Although I've never had a psychic vision I have had psychic experiences. You see, I can smell death. It sounds crazy but it's true. It all started when I was about ten years old and my aunt's dog died. I could smell the strong scent of roses right beneath my nose even though there were no roses or nothing containing the scent... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Image Summer beauty: Overcoming body image issues: 9 of 74
Summer is a time of fun and activity when vacationers hit the beach and people show more skin. People can become obsessed with body image and go to extraordinary lengths to fit into the latest designer swimwear. Let's face it, not everyone has a classic fashion model physique. Health and fitness are important and we should al... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Little things: 16 of 127

It is the little things thatfill my heart with happinessA soft spring breezethat flows through my hairThe beauty of a summer dayThe imagination and innocencein a small child's eyesThe raw beauty of wildlifeThe sun in all its golden gloryThe enchantment of a full moonThe wild growth of dandelionsclothed in emerald robesA loved... More..
Religion & Spirituality > New Age Concepts The seed of the serpent: Are other-dimensional beings in control of our world leaders?: 1 of 7
Are other dimensional beings in control of our world leaders? It sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi conspiracy movie but is it really that far-fetched? If there are other beings it makes sense that they would venture out into other realms or worlds just as we ourselves have the desire to explore and seek out other... More..