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I love to write wonderful short stories and poems. I feel very fortunate that I grew up with loving parents and five siblings who keep in touch with each other's lives. Everything in life inspires me, especially my husband, Tim, my two children, and two grandchildren.

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Celebrations & Holidays > Engagements & Proposals Best questions to ask the groom before marriage: 2 of 45
One of the most important questions you may have is whether or not your man believes that marriage is for a lifetime. I think it is very fair to ask those questions outright since it will have much to do with future planning. If you have visions of having children and growing old together as you both are actively involved in ... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss The health benefits of losing weight: 1 of 21
There are many health benefits of losing weight, and I can attest to that from personal experence. Over the last year, since changing my diet to one that includes servings of at least two to three vegetables per day, several fruits per day, and switching to whole grain breads and pastas, I have lost thirty pounds. Blood Press... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Do you prefer dogs or cats?: 3 of 48
I prefer cats because they're more independent. If you have physical limitations, they can take care of themselves except to feed themselves if they're housecats. If you give them a catnip mouse toy, they can entertain themselves often and for a long time. Dogs like you to keep throwing their toy and they fetch it and return... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Valentine's Day should be every day: 2 of 23
Every day should hold special loving acts rather than reserving them for Valentine's Day. Showering them with hugs and kisses, and "I love you" when you first see them in the morning makes every day special. Cooking them a special breakfast that you know they love can make any day special too. Playing their favorite cd during... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression How depression and bipolar disorder are different: 3 of 32
Many people have depression, but there are different types. Some people have only a mild depression that goes away by itself although therapy is usually helpful, but medication is often not necessary. Sometimes depression is seasonal. It may occur when there is very little sunlight. Studies have proven that sunlight is very n... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Are there easy ways to lose weight?: 6 of 62
I have tried several different diet programs, and I find that the best thing I have learned is to have at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day. In the past several months, I have usually included a variety of at least five different fruits and vegetables every day, and I have lost twenty-three pounds. A few ti... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage Psychology Why get married: 3 of 28
Marriage should be entered into for the right reasons. I knew I wanted to spend the rest of eternity with my husband, and he knew he wanted to spend it with me. We both decided that we have never been so happy in any relationship before in our entire lives. Everything in our lives seemed so perfect, including our sex lives. W... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates Most important things to look for on a first date: 2 of 17
Most important is to try to get to know the person before the very first date. If you meet online as many people do these days, you can correspond for a month of two on almost a daily basis, and then exchange phone numbers and pictures before deciding to meet in person. You can see how the person looks and decide if they wou... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Divorce (Other) Define your version of a soul mate: 4 of 33
A soul mate is someone whom you feel was created just for you. You feel complete when in a relationship with him. My husband and I feel that we never want to be apart, unless we absolutely have to. My husband and I know that we are true soul mates. Within a couple of months of meeting each other and corresponding daily, we kn... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Dealing with a death in the family: 7 of 42
When my Mother died a few years ago, I was devastated. I could not go to the wake because I was in a hospital in another state and they would not release me. My Mother had told me to break up with a man I was engaged to, and I was reluctant at first. Then I did as she said, but she was put into a nursing home. He turned out ... More..