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I am a single mom with two teenage children, who both inspire me, and drive me crazy. I have been umemployed this past year, due to a sudden and unexplained illness..I am hoping to be back in the work force soon, as staying at home can become depressing quickly.

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Health & Fitness > Depression Experiencing Depression: 5 of 101
Depression is an entity unto itself. It grabs hold of you, pulling you deeper into an overwhelming anti-existence. The feeling you have every morning, as soon as you wake up is dread. The simple realization of another day can cause anxiety and fearfulness. Depression effects every part of your life. Just the thought of anothe... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Daily struggle: 4 of 49
The new day brings both anguish, and hope,to open my eyes is to acknowledge the truth,realization slams into my awakening awareness,the struggle to survive begins againA life filled with mayhem, spinning wildly,an out of control roller coaster ridetilting madly, swirling, I have no control,hanging on with both hands, I existT... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Mixed emotions: 7 of 75
Feelings and emotions run riot through my beingrunning a marathon with no end in sightI can not outrun the thoughts dwelling inside methey persue me with malicious intentInhabiting a world of transparent personalitiestreading softly through the quicksandno amount of retrospection will stop the sinkingfearing fear itself, I di... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift ideas for the elderly: 5 of 44
Searching for that perfect gift for an elderly friend or family member? There are lots of great products available, made specifically for older people. There are lots of great on line sights that specialize in unique and useful products. You can find them by typing in "gifts for the elderly", and you will get a list of great ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Dark thoughts: 5 of 38
Dark thoughts swirl through the cauldron of my being,entangled in emotions, feelings of utter dispair,caught up in the fragile essence of my consciousness,rising to the top, intent on destruction and pain.I am held captive, enslaved, a prisoner of my own mind,dark thoughts reign supreme, unrelenting, overwhelming,trapped in t... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles Is chivalry dead?: 12 of 76
In today's society, chivalry is not dead, but it appears to be dying. I remember the days when men would open the car door for a woman, make sure she was seated, and then close the door. Seeing a woman approach a door, many men would hold the door open for her, politely saying "after you". Though there are still men who pract... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Screams: 4 of 24
Intense screams, echo in my headgut wrenching, invading my beingdestroying my sanity, my lifeyet no one else hears themMadness swirls like a mistthrough caverns in my soulhidden in the shadows, realunseen nemesis, waitingDreams become reality, a havenconsciousness brings insanityscreams resonate in my headand no one hears them More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Why one should avoid artificial preservatives in food and cooking: 3 of 17
Most of the artificial preservatives in our foods are toxic, and can cause health problems, such as weakening our immune systems, and impacting our nervous systems, causing changes in our behavior. Artificial preservatives are used in foods to keep food from spoiling, prevent bacterial mold and yeast growth, and to keep foods... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: When the federal government attempts to fix the economy: 3 of 15
The federal government has begun sending out stimulus payments to taxpayers, to attempt to fix the sluggish economy. The amounts of the checks vary, and even the larger amounts are not exactly what I would call a "windfall".While I doubt that anyone would return their money, it really isn't going to do much to actually help o... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Get rid of clutter for a healthier you: 1 of 5
A clutter filled home can not only be a dust filled, allergy inducing nightmare, it can cause tremendous stress and anxiety. Just the thought of cleaning and organizing a large home, can stress someone out.The trick is not to try to accomplish the whole job in one session. You can start by having a definite plan, or overall s... More..