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For as long as I can remember my three greatest passions in life have been writing, art and animals. As a young girl I brought home every animal imaginable from newts and frogs to hamsters, budgies, dogs, cats and rodents. My childhood days were spent writing

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Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health English bulldog grooming: 1 of 1
The English Bulldog is a breed, that to look at, you wouldn't think would need much grooming, but in fact there are a few key areas that need regular attention in order to keep your dog healthy and happy.Coat-Bulldogs, although having short hair, need to be brushed regularly to help loosen the dead coat and keep the skin vita... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Book reviews: Among the Hidden (The Shadow Children series Book 1), by Margaret Peterson Haddix: 1 of 1
As I was helping my nine year old son peruse the library for a good book to read I pulled out Among the Hidden and scanned the back cover. I was surprised and instantly intrigued by the subject. This book is an eerie account of a not-too-distant future where Society is under strict government bans. This Orwellian tale is a st... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Weddings (Other) A look at unique bridal shower games: 1 of 1
A bridal shower is a time for rejoicing and there is an aspect of camaraderie among women. Such aspects of female bonding and merriment can be enhanced by planning some fun games to play at the event.Word CreationHand out to each guest a piece of paper with the first and last name of the bride and groom written at the top. Se... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to breed Pit Bulls: 2 of 3
Pit Bull Terriers were bred in the UK and brought to the US in the mid 1800's. They were derived from bulldog and terrier breeding and were used for bull baiting and fighting. They quickly became one of the most popular breeds, used extensively in the First World War and owned by famous people such as Laura Ingalls Wilder, Th... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Perspective: 38 of 51
CELL PHONE CULTUREThey say time is speeding upScientifically provenThe universe is spinning, twirling, dancingFurther away from our graspWho notices?Cell phone cultureWalking meditation disappears into the etherThe ether/orEther awaken to human evolutionRising ConsciousnessOrDisappear More..
Home & Garden > Furniture How to find free furniture: 12 of 16
Free furniture is in abundance if you only know where to look. We live in a throw-away society where the next latest thing is something to be desired to the exclusion of all previous things. There is no exception with this when it comes to furniture. Because of this, it is relatively easy to find discarded furniture in fair t... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Horror: 53 of 66
THE LANGUID WALTZER Under my canopy sprawlsThe languid waltzerWho dreams no moreOf the melody of church hall floorsOr the dance of taffeta and fiddleShe has come to restUpon my mattress of mossStilled from the tiptoed tangoOf fluttery eye-lashed flirtationsAnd stony declinationsUpon my pebbled pillow spreadsThe tangle of half... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Topics to avoid in conversation during a first date: 18 of 22
First Dates are unique in that they serve as the testing ground for compatibility and chemistry with a potential mate. The first date is about putting your best foot forward. The key in achieving this is to steer clear of hot topics that can incite argument, boredom or even worse, "the creeps."Religion and PoliticsIt is often... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Darkness: 187 of 227
Teeming Purple DarknessInside teeming purple darkness there exists desireIn the sanctity of thought it burnsClean as incensePurging guiltLips do not revealNor countenance forsakeHow pitch black passion holds meAs prisoner to some ancient pulse withinLiquid eyes entomb my soulA fluid mind to matchAnd skin that knows one thousa... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health How to remove deer ticks from pets: 10 of 12
After a romp in the woods with your pet it is imperative that you check him over for ticks. Since these pests can spread such diseases as Lyme, tularaemia, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and anaplasmosis, removing them immediately is the best way to prevent any problems from occurring.Start at the head and part the hair, lookin... More..