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Yes, I am Alicia. I have written ever since I could remember. I found this site by acciendent, I must admit. I was looking for a site where I could write my stories. You have seen dozens of these kinds of sites. None of them seemed to have done any justice.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Abstract poems: 60 of 576
My mind crackles as the dust blows offI ask my shadow for the whopping coughIt looks at me like I'm crazier than heHe's the one looking back at meIt disappears as my soul moves onI close my eyes and see a bright blue sunMy eyes! They hurt, I turn awayLeave that image for another dayA coyote walks by and says helloIt's sly, it... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Why the Roman Empire fell: 2 of 19
Almost 2,000 years ago humans were slowly growing into a civilization which the world had never seen. The Roman Republic managed to become so powerful that it became an empire. Rome busted into life. There was a constant change that allowed for great scientific achievements as well as inventions of which we still use today. E... More..
Hobbies & Games > Board Games Board game reviews: Operation: 1 of 8
In 1965 Melton Bradley created a battery operated game that hit the shelves where people got to dissect the human body. It would be fun for the whole family as well as test your eye and hand coordination. The board is a human body who goes by the name, "Cavity Sam". With comical humor the body has certain body parts that can ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges How to find out if your kids are using drugs: 3 of 20
A parents worst nightmare is for their children to start using drugs. Chances are your children will not talk to you about it and chances are they will do it all behind your back. You could have no idea that your child is going and getting high instead of going to the basketball game. There are signs, many more than you think... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Atheism & Agnosticism Why are athiests so curious about religion: 4 of 24
As an atheist, I admit I am very curious about religion. I grew up an Italian catholic. I went to a private catholic elementary school going to church twice a week. I read the bible and I learned all about his teachings. I thought for six years that a man named Adam and a woman named Eve were the first people on Earth. I thou... More..
Sciences > Zoology A look at the lifecycle of a jellyfish: 3 of 17
For over 600 million years the jellyish has been swimming through the ocean cycling through their lives only to reproduce once again insuring the jellyfish's existence sustains.Jellyfish are considered very simple animals. They have no eyes (just light sensitive spots), and rely on the sun for migration. They rely on a lot of... More..
Entertainment > Movie News & Previews Christmas gifts for movie lovers: Alternatives to DVDs: 5 of 28
It's Christmas time and that means it's also the time to buy presents for everyone you care about. There is always that one person who loves movies and has a whole collection of DVD's. Someone like that may seem impossible to shop for, but there are alternatives to DVD's and still achieve giving a gift they will love.For some... More..
Entertainment > Movie News & Previews Christmas 2007: Hottest new adventure DVDs: 1 of 5
Christmas wouldn't be complete with out that perfect movie to sit around and watch with on the edge of your seat action. For any one who enjoys the occasional explosion then take a look at these newly released DVD's for your holiday enjoyment.1. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's EndJack, Will, and Elizabeth continue their ... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Facts & Resources Animal facts: Armadillo: 6 of 28
America's nine plated armadilo(also known as Dasypus novemcinctus)is known to many people as little critters capable of defending themselves with their shell. Many older people know them as "Hover Hogs". Right after World War One, people were given armadillo to eat, instead of chicken in every pot, as Herbert Hoover had promi... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Kidnapping: 4 of 18
Two hours ago Sara tried to escape. She had been planning it for days, maybe weeks. It was fool proof. She had managed to pick the lock to her door. Two hours ago she was almost free, but he had to interfere. She did not know his name and she has never seen his face, but he was the reason she was locked up to a bed, soiled an... More..