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While most things in life don't come easy to me, writing is the one thing that does. It is something that I excelled in at school and college and is something that I enjoy doing.

Hi, my name is Amelia, most people who know me call me Ami. I have been married

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Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes How the gift of music can bring joy into our home: 4 of 16
I grew up in a very musical family. Corny as it sounds, I have the most wonderful memories of my Uncle David with his guitar, and the whole family sitting around while he played song, after song and listened to him sing, sometimes we'd join him. As I got older, I joined the choir, and later the band. I played the trumpet and ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Tips for hanging artwork: 2 of 8
Bare walls are a blank canvas for home interior designs. Painting can do a lot to add some character to a place, to put your personal stamp on your home, but artwork is a true expression of who you are. It can speak volumes not only to or about you, but also to anyone who has the opportunity to visits your home. And a great p... More..
Hobbies & Games > Board Games Board game reviews: Operation: 2 of 8
The new revamped Operation, Operation Rescue Kit is fun the whole family can enjoy. This classic game was due for a make over and the outcome was a winning combination of the classic game we all remember and love and the new challenge of speed, and agility.The old version was pretty straight forward with good ole Cavity Sam a... More..
Arts & Humanities > American Literature Short story reviews: Good country people, by Flannery O'Connor: 1 of 4
People write of what they know. Flannery O'Connor had a habit of writing about physical as well as spiritual handicaps and often the violence that was resultant of such conditions on it's stricken victims. This is not altogether surprising when you take into account that O'Connor suffered from lupus erythematosus, an incurabl... More..
Health & Fitness > Childhood Disorders Early warning signs of apraxia in children: 3 of 11
To know the signs and symptoms of Apraxia you first must understand what it is. It is a condition that affects the ability for children to perform certain body functions. "It is a disorder of voluntary movement consisting of impairment of the performance of skilled or purposeful movements, notwithstanding the preservation of ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The Memorial Day mystery: 3 of 10
The most "Memorial" Day Celebration EverEvery year for as long as anyone could remember Old Mr. Booker hosted the Memorial Day Picnic at his mansion, Booker Hill. He was the nicest old man anyone would ever want to meet. He would even open the main house up if it rained, there was never a time when the picnic didn't happen. A... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning Products Product reviews: Dawn Direct Foam dishwashing detergent: 4 of 12
Dawn Direct Foam Dish Soap is one product that I am glad to have tried. I typically do not go for the "foamy" type soaps, but as I was walking down the aisle in the store, I found a coupon lying on the shelf and decided to give it a try since it was a great coupon- $2.00 off. A bit skeptical, I picked my scent, I chose "Citru... More..
Arts & Humanities > American Literature Short story reviews: A Rose for Emily, by William Faulkner: 2 of 6
Written in 1931 Robert Faulkner's A Rose For Emily is quite an interesting story on many different levels. A Rose For Emily powerfully demonstrates how culture shapes identity. His telling, the way he portrays this story allows us to step outside of our own identities and see first hand how diverse the human environment reall... More..
Sciences > Chemistry Christmas 2007: Chemistry gift ideas for children: 1 of 3
Do you have a little Rocket Scientist in the making? A hidden Dexter's laboratory in your basement? For the child who wishes they did, and for the parent who doesn't know what to get them, I have some great gift ideas for all ages. My top ten picks are:1. My First Chemistry Set- recommended for kids ages 4-16 years of age inc... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Things you should never do at work: 20 of 58
"Work consists of whatever a body is obliged to do. Play consists of whatever a body is not obliged to do." - Mark TwainThat being said, there are certain things that we are obliged to do at work, and certain other things that we are not obliged to do. When we accept a position, one of the first things we are usually asked to... More..