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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Life: 40 of 343
Ode to a BlenderLike most important relationships, it was infatuation at first. Then love developed, but only over time.We hooked up in the nineties. We had nicknames. I called him: Kitchenaid Ultra Power KsB5 5 Speed. He called me: Grrrearrr.The thing was heavier than my father's Buick and just as noisy. When you pushed "On"... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center How is the struggle for water, such as in Ethiopia and Kenya, shaping conflicts in this century?: 3 of 22

How is the struggle for water, such as in Ethiopia and Kenya, shaping conflicts in this century? This may sound surprising, but there is as much water on the planet now as was present in prehistoric times. The appearance of a shortage of water is only of regional relevance. As water is part of the global commons it requires ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Feelings: 144 of 818
Sometimes, when I'm lying outside in the yard taking one of my rare and guilty sunbaths I can remember things.I remember way far back. Before I was grown. Before there was my sister. Before important people died.I can remember far back. The sun warms. The thoughts bloom across my mind like the tan across my skin. I remember e... More..
Sports & Recreation > College Basketball Are UConn coaches paid what they are worth?: 1 of 4
Life Imitates BasketballIn the current economic climate where bubbles rise and burst faster than French Champagne in a tall flute, everyone in the top earning sector is being paid too much, no matter how worthy and wise. This is the time for reality checks, not personal checks or inflated paychecks. Elite pay scales, have to ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness What is the main source of pollution in America's rivers and lakes and how do experts think the problem can be resolved?: 3 of 8
What is the main source of pollution in America's rivers and lakes and how do experts think the problem can be resolved Pollution. The word aptly brings to mind impurities. Disease. Sickness. When we speak of pollution regarding our water supply, the ramifications are far reaching and of concern to everyone on Earth. And yet... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Confused by love: 132 of 311
My Angry Poem:I shall NOT compare thee to a summer's day.Thou aren't more lovely and way more tempermental:Rough hands do shake off all the darling buds that may,and Summer's leash is all to short, of late:Sometimes way too hot the eye of hell doth shines,and often is he burning and complex and dim;And his every unfair from u... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies Allergies: Symptoms and treatment: 11 of 25
A Green and Alternative Solution to Your Allergies.What does the term allergy mean? Allergies are defined as an acquired abnormal immune response to a substance that can cause a broad range of inflammatory reactions. What are mild allergy symptoms? Stuffy, congested nose, rash, itchy watery eyes, and a scratchy or sore throat... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Childhood memories: 179 of 391
His attitude is altered completely after his brief unfortunate incarcerationin the naughty crib.Before the "big house" he is defiant, hitting, biting, scratching and in general abusive.His language is foul. Meant to hurt.He cries out with rage and is virtually unapproachable.He's destroyed the property of others with wanton r... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center Why has international intervention to stop the fighting in Darfur failed, and what policy alternatives might succeed?: 21 of 36

Can we win the fight over human nature? If so, can we live by the legal standards created in that spirit? Is the humanitarian catastrophe of Darfur genocide or is it merely gross violations of international policy? Successful policy alternatives must answer these questions definitively.If the UN will agree that the conflicts ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Marketing & Selling Writing Promoting and marketing your writing: 9 of 15
It's a Lulu!You might think so at first, but self-publishing your own creative thoughts, desires and even personal knowledge on a topic or skill is a real option. If you have dusty sheaves of type guiltily hiding away in a desk drawer, chicken scratch on a stack of bar napkins or in a hidden file on your computer's hard drive... More..