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I am a petite Sagittarius. My youthful features usually mislead people into thinking I'm still a teenager, although I am in my mid-twenties. I have been told that I'm very dainty and girlie, which results in people underestimating my strength.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Longing: 128 of 428
My heart, it weeps.My lips, they quiver.My soul is empty.Is this forever?My being, bereft.My body in fervor.My eyes are darkened.Is this forever?Tomorrow everlasting.Must I endeavor?My mind tells me:This is forever. More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights Lessons sent in dreams: 8 of 26
Dreams are a very gray area of your psyche. Sometimes it is what your heart hopes for, sometimes it's prophesy, sometimes portrays your fears, and sometimes you wish it were true. Whatever its purpose, there is always some kind of message conveyed. I pay a lot of attention to my dreams, because, most often than not, it prophe... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Meditation & Prayer Reflections: Talking with God: 16 of 48
I had not realized how much I talked to God until I started studying the Bible and going to church. Before I became a Christian, much of my conversations with God were: God, please let me pass my exam today; God, please don't let it rain; God, please let me get to work on time. Simple statements like that are actually conside... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending When shopping turns into a shopping disorder: 9 of 24
Don't ponder; just purchase. Ah, what a mantra. A friend of mine said that bumper sticker line to me, and it's stuck since then. However, many of us (yes, myself included) abide by the saying. Why think about a buying an item when you can just have it? It's so easy nowadays to spend, spend, spend. We are encouraged everywhere... More..
Style & Beauty > Accessories Are designer handbags worth the money?: 3 of 8
About a month ago I was in search of the perfect Spring bag. The most I would spend on a handbag would be around $300, and the most high(er)-end shop I would go to was Coach. But for some reason I decided to venture in to Gucci. One of the specialists there was kind enough to show me each and every handbag that caught my eye.... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Brief encounters: 29 of 59
A new face in the crowd. Hmmm. Attractive. You wonder of his name. He looks like a Jacob. Possibly Marc. No, sweetie, you are thinking of the designer you're wearing. Shall you approach and ask? He seems pretty chatty with the tall redhead at his side. Girlfriend? Sister? Best friend? Sigh. No. They probably just met. He smil... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Reflections: Starbucks: 16 of 32
Hi. My name is Frances, and I'm addicted to Starbucks. My morning routine consists of waking at 5 o'clock for a 20 minute early morning run to Starbucks to be one of the firsts to get there as they're opening for the day. I'll order a double tall soy of whatever suits my mood (lately it's been the gingerbread latte) and a fru... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Seasonal rush: 3 of 6
'Tis the season. It is in fact the season. The party season. Granted party season spans year-round, this time of year entices even homebodies out. Out with friends, out with families, out to party, just be out. No one wants to be home alone, after all. December is a very special time for me. In addition to Christmas Eve, Chri... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Drama & Issues The drama that surrounds girls: 12 of 21
WANTED: Victoria Secret VerySexy push-up bra in warm nudeA few months ago, I was frantically searching for my warm nude VS VerySexy push-up bra. My favorite, in fact. I turned my entire closet/bedroom/bathroom/linen closet upside-down in my search for it. It was nowhere to be found. Did I accidentally leave it in the locker a... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Assessing methods for straightening hair: 4 of 7
I have to admit, I was a flat-iron queen up until a month ago... It was then that I was introduced to the Japanese Straight Perm. I heard about it and saw it on spa menus and was always tempted to get it. What held me back? Well, it gets really pricey. I have medium-thick hair and lots of it. Not exactly a resident of the bar... More..