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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Life's paths

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This Is The TimeTrade your pursuit of temporal easefor a craving to change the world,No prize on earth will match the worthof a single passion unfurled.At the end of your days you will standalone with only the work of your hands.Don't stand empty with nothing to show,but foundations built in the sands.Whatever you do may not ... More..

Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Fantasy

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THE GREAT LION-ELEPHANT DEBATE...that never was. (Leapfrog to correct a few typos)They say the lion is king of the jungle, but be careful if you repeat that claim to the elephant. Most elephants have a bad temper, with the strength to back it up, and they're sensitive about this issue. One elephant in particular decided it wa... More..

Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Adventure

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Hitchhiking AmericaIn June of 1965, and every month of June for the next 12 years, Lefty Lockgate would gear up for his annual cross-country hitchhiking trek from his home in Bakersfield, California to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina - Kill Devil Hills, to be specific. Hitchhiking wasn't Lefty's original plan, but circumstances re... More..

Home & Garden > Home Interior Commercial vs. residential carpet

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Residential carpet is all about comfort, quiet, and beauty. The home is a place where you seek refuge after a hard day's work; you want to kick off your shoes, flop on the couch, and dig your toes into a nice plush carpet. And you want to run barefoot across a warm, cushy carpet on your way from the shower into bed.That nice ... More..

Education > Education (Other) Should the school year be lengthened?

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Should the school year be lengthened? Yes, our children would greatly benefit from a longer school year, perhaps more so with year round schools. Restructure the school day with fewer academic subjects, add more creative arts and library time, and take breaks in the school year at regular intervals. In other words, stretch th... More..

Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Assisted living: Resources and options

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Old age sneaks up on us, but not without warning. We know we're getting older and we know we can't effortlessly do what we once were able to do. Still, it's a smack in the face when the drivers license isn't renewed or when the aches and pains make getting around very difficult. Occasional help may be enough to enjoy a high l... More..

Business > Business News & Issues Was the US Supreme Court right to allow manufacturers and distributors to create resale price agreements?

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Was the US Supreme Court right to allow manufacturers and distributors to create resale price agreements? Well, it was a 5 - 4 decision so there must be good argument for both sides of the opinion, with a slight edge supporting the affirmative. Please consider the following point of view that agrees with the majority vote of ... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous

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Ming The MercilessThe universe is a dangerous place,just ask Flash and Dale and Doc.If you wander there, just in case,hide a knife in your hat or sock.Monsters and danger at every turn,but worst of all is a creep named Ming.Those captured by him do surely learn,Mercy is gone ain't no such thing.Flash and Doc were a pretty sma... More..

Home & Garden > Buying & Selling Homes Tips for getting a good home appraisal

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Getting a good home appraisal is different from making your home so desirable that it will sell at a top price. It's different from market value. The home appraisal is ordered by the BUYER'S lender; it is an inspection of the home for sale by a licensed and certified professional in order to satisfy the lender that the mortga... More..

Personal Finance > Retirement How to maximize your retirement income

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The path to maximizing your retirement income will depend upon your age at the start of your journey. It will be a different path for those starting when they are 18 years of age than it will be for someone just starting at 40 years of age. How about the sudden panic that comes over the 55 year old person when they see nothin... More..

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