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I was born on Nov.8, 1948 in Westbrook, Me. The 10th. child of a family of eleven children. Served in Vietnam in '68 and became active with the youth movement of the 60s on completion of military service. Now retired and living in Florida. (Still believe in

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Subway diaries: 2 of 24
Auld Lang Syne As a baby boomer, raised during the 50s I remember my elders talking about the good old days. On New Year's Eve, when singing the traditional "Auld Lang Syne" song, I use to believe they were referring to an old man, by the name of Langsyne. Of course the English definition of Auld Lang Syne, is "A Scottish ph... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) Why you should vote in the next election and why it's worth it: 15 of 82
Why I am going to vote "Too bad that all the people who really know how to run the country are busy driving taxi cabs and cutting hair"George BurnsGeorge Burns hit it right on the nose with that quote. In fact, I believe the answers on how we should function, as a people in society are so simple the politicians do not want t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms The first man and his creation: 1 of 5
Man's image as a mechanical creationSome say God created man; they also say he created man in the image of himself. Are we somewhat like our creator, we created the automobile, primarily using our physical capacity as its design. For we created the automobile with an energy source such as fuel, for combustible power, just as... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Is reality TV running out of original concepts?: 8 of 30
Reality TV? How about reality living!The baby boomer generation introduced to and nurtured by television. The role television played in our lives. Our generation grew up on actors whose performances would touch our hearts and souls. Leave a lasting impression and awaken our consciences. For these actors were more than actors... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Reflections on success, struggle, and happiness: 91 of 298
Let us give thanksOur world of so many modern conveniencesWe were born to accept, and have taken for grantedAllow us to live our lives with very little inconveniencesIn our minds, a feeling of aid has been implantedWhat would we do without television or telephone?Not to mention a washer and dryer, along withRunning waterWe w... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture The significance of being a Christian: 6 of 19
Note from the author) I'm only human, and want to let off a little steam. It does help to cope with reality. To my critics I say, "Sock it to me" What does it all mean? Engaged in informal conversation, with friends who dropped by to visit, we may be discussing the latest sports results, then our conversation turns to polit... More..
Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life Contemplating the purpose of life: 63 of 148
One of the reasons I believeI do not believe God has rules, or laws for us to live by. I believe God created all creatures with love. If we would live by utilizing the core of our nature allowing our heart and soul to guide and control our every emotion, we could justify our own actions.I do not need a quotation from the bib... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Predicting the end of the world from global warming: 13 of 29
Conserving Energy? Give me a break!"It's time for greatness - not for greed. It's a time for idealism - not ideology.It is a time not just for compassionate words, but compassionate action." Marian Wright EdelmanHoney pull into the station down the road on the left the price is 5 cents less a gallon there. Sound familiar? Of... More..
Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing What is wellness?: 7 of 15
Mental Well-Being VS Reality "To understand reality is not the same as to know about outward events. It is to perceive the essential nature of things. The best-informed man is not necessarily the wisest. Indeed, there is a danger that precisely in the multiplicity of his knowledge he will lose sight of what is essential. On ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: September 11, 2001 and beyond: 26 of 55
A thought for 9/11What was accomplished with the destruction on that fatal day?Another false ideology by those who claim to God they prayNo different than hypocrites in this country who respond with hateTo add to the killing, the only thing gained is the mortality rateWhy don't people have the courage, to speak what they tru... More..