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I am a freelance writer. I graduated from the University of TX at San Antonio with a BA in English Literature. I am a student of LongRidgeWriters group, successfully completing the Writing for Children course and currently enrolled

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Family conflict: 2 of 65
Final VisitHands shaking, Tonya pressed her neatly pulled back bun of hair. I must look terrible, she thought. She looked at her dismal reflection in the glass window of the door. The weight of exhaustion was heavy. The previous sleepless night had taken its toll. Tonya rubbed the dark circles under her light brown eyes. She ... More..
Other How do I know if I'm born for greatness?: 4 of 83
We are all born destined for greatness. It is not a question of knowing. We all start out the same. It is the experiences and challenges that define us, that mold us into what we will ultimately become. If you truly want to be great, then you will be. You are the only one that can define your path and overcome obstacles to re... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Potential parents: How parenthood changes priorities: 2 of 38
If you are a first time parent, the changes that a new baby brings to your priorities are substantial. Though challenging, these changes do not mean that your world is at an end. It just means it's time to prepare for the adventure that lies before you.The first priority that will change will probably be how you spend your ti... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Development Issues Helping an older child adjust to a new sibling: 2 of 23
A new baby is on the way. You are undoubtedly excited. Now it's time to share the excitement with your older child. What steps can you take to help prepare him for the new arrival?Before BabyIf you are preparing a baby's room, allow your child to participate in the decorating process. Let him help pick out paint colors if you... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Magical thoughts: 3 of 17
Jack and the Sea MaidenThe sea was rough and choppy,The water swirled and churned,Jack, a long time sailor,Had reason to be concerned.The weather changed expectantly,With little warning at all,Jack's small sail boat was tossed to and fro,His CB radio useless for calls.Jack rushed to pull the sails down,For they were tattered ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: For my child: 16 of 57
JuliannaMy Julianna is alive and beautiful,This I hardly believe could be,She is as lovely as possible,The little angel was sent to me.She brings me joy and happiness,This special baby of mine,It scares me so-I do confess,My love overwhelming at times.I think of the day when she will have her own life,With her own story to te... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Why we make bad choices in life: 89 of 230
Why do we make bad choices in life? Are those choices really bad? It depends on who you are and your perspective.I think we are destined to do and respond to things in different ways. A choice may seem bad, but is it possible that you are predisposed to do certain things and to react a certain way?Maybe you make a certain cho... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Behavior & Discipline (Other) Are parents who scream out of control: 7 of 18
Parenting is not easy. We are faced with many hurtles to jump. Inevitably we buckle under the pressure. We lose control. Screaming at our children is an affect of losing control. Every parent faces this challenge.As a homemaker and the mother of three wonderful children, I am not immune to the screaming bug. During the moment... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Styles (Other) What I learned not to do from my parents: 27 of 54
I don't know where my parents learned their parenting skills. I guess they learned things from a different time and a different place. But times have changed and they remain the same. It's just who they are.Now it is my turn to be a parent. As a mother of three young children, I try to do things much differently from my paren... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Relationships: 100 of 195
SomnolenceEthan's heart beat so hard and fast that it made his fingertips tingle. He closed his eyes and inhaled, trying to calm himself. No, she didn't just say that. How could she say that? Mouth cotton dry, Ethan's attempts to swallow and comprehend the words from Angela's mouth were feeble at best. He sat up in the bed. T... More..