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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Parents Anonymous: The lighter side of parenting: 2 of 42
Dear Parents Anonymous, I owe your organization a debt of extreme gratitude. I do not think that without your programs, group meetings, and counseling, I would have been able to get through parenting at all. Very soon, I will have the pleasure of passing out your cards, and I cannot tell you how excited I am to do so. The fi... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Time: 6 of 55
The Servitude of Progression. We march. We are the faceless droves, the unmentionables of a society in bittersweet decay. Our feet shiver and sweat as we drive on, lashing our skin in wake of our inability to grow and to learn. From infancy we fed on poignant fairytale romances and watered-down literature, which bred the rep... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Party & Guests Left at the altar: How to cope: 4 of 16
If on your wedding day you are visualizing yourself reenacting a scene from "Scarface" where you ask your guests to say hello to your little friend, it is probably safe to say that you have been left at the altar. Okay, so maybe your imagination is not so specific, but you are probably experiencing a wide range of emotions: ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Weddings (Other) Goth brides: Wedding makeup tips for your Halloween nuptials: 2 of 8
More and more people are spicing up their weddings with Goth and costume themes. This can be a fun way to get your guests involved in something truly memorable. Whether you have a Frankenstein theme, are going as a corpse, or just plain want to celebrate the Goth inside of you, it is important to know the specifics of your m... More..
Local Guides > Denver Aquarium reviews: Downtown Aquarium, Denver, Colorado: 1 of 4
When my nephew and I walked through the large glass doors of Denver's Downtown Aquarium, I realized that I was more excited than he was. Having visited the world famous aquariums at Monterey, California and Sydney, Australia, I figured that this establishment would be a makeshift operation. Imagine my surprise when I discove... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Traditions & Themes Winter wedding theme ideas: 5 of 18
If you are a cost-conscious couple-to-be, a winter wedding might be right up your alley! Because many couples choose other seasons to wed in, winter is much cheaper and venues tend to be more available. The holiday season is the perfect time to throw a themed wedding; most of your guests will already be taking off vacation t... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Party & Guests Weddings: How to write best man jokes: 2 of 6
"This one time, the groom got so drunk.." This is just the kind of statement a best man should avoid when making his congratulatory speech at a wedding reception. Knowing how to put your own personality and sense of humor into the speech can be the difference between a standing ovation, and the groom's fist in your stomach. ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Day Zero: 1 of 3
Bryan Gunnar Cole's Day Zero is a contemporary analysis of the public's possible reaction to a draft on behalf of the already controversial Iraq war. Set in the future, the film follows the thought processes of three central characters and friends who have just received draft notices: Aaron Feller (Elijah Wood), George Rifki... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Making Valentine's Day gestures more meaningful: 10 of 23
Are you tired of the monotony each Valentine's Day brings? Sure, the first twenty times you bought roses and candies were fun, but perhaps it's time to step out of the box and try something new! HOW ABOUT YOU SURPRISE ME? With the Christmas season just ended, everyone has that one gift they did not receive. Now might be the ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Drug Laws & Prevention The importance of substance abuse education: 2 of 4
In the United States, nearly half of all Americans take a prescription pill daily. Although many Americans classify drug use as the taking of a narcotic, (crack, meth, marijuana, etc.), it seems that our country is missing the addictions that are rampantly ravaging the bodies of the masses. In 1990, Americans spent $40.3 bil... More..