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Hi. Thanks for taking the time to read about me. Expressing what I have to say in writing has always come easier for me more than speech. I have been writing for awhile now, but I wouldn't let anybody see. Recently my friend happened to come upon a few of

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Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing A beginner's guide to meditation: 5 of 21
A Beginners Guide to MeditationThe Oxford American Dictionary defines meditation as "thinking deeply or focusing one's mind for a period of time, in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious of spiritual purposes or as a method of relaxation". Meditation was not commonly practiced until the late 1950's and 1960's whe... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) US elections 2008: Qualities of a genuine American president: 10 of 35
What America needs in a President beginning January 2009 is a leader that can move us forward to what we can become, and away from what we have become. America needs fertile soil, fresh air and water, bright sunlight, and weeds pulled up from where they now have sprouted. The fertile soil is prepared and ready for the seeds o... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Concepts (Other) What makes you believe or disbelieve in God: 15 of 36
I believe in God because God is all there is. Having said that, from here forward I will discontinue using the word God because it may conjure to the reader a conceptual stereotype which may not be mine. Any word or description I use will most likely convey some sort of nuanced perception to the reader and a limitation of my ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Your favorite verse in the Bible, and what it means to you: 122 of 252
"The Lord thy God will hold thy right hand saying unto thee, Fear not, I will help thee'." This is my favorite quote, but unfortunately, I can't recall which book, chapter or verse from the Bible it came from.I was confirmed in the Evangelical Lutheran Church at age eleven. Part of the Confirmation ceremony was for each of us... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lessons in life: 99 of 200
Cat Climbed Up the Wise Tree to TalkCat needed to talk about his huge ego.At least he was told he had one by the Other Cats who were trying to tell him why they did not find him pleasant. So he decided to climb up the Wise Tree to inquire of this issue."Trees have no ego, so I cannot tell you about it", the Wise Tree said."We... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love's anguish: 94 of 172
lOVE MADE OF SANDYes, I feel it too.Yes, I feel the coldness, the emptiness, matter of factness of it all too. That 2 weeks ago we were in love and planning a wedding. But the forecast was there - a major hurricane was coming again - it is hurricane season. You know it's out there and coming your way. The only thing you can d... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues The problem of animal cruelty: 32 of 57

Animal cruelty is a problem because it represents a perception that is degrading to the human spirit. What defines cruelty? Th dictionary definition states that it is (1) a deliberate infliction of pain and suffering; (2) feelings of extreme heartlessness; and the (3) the quality of being cruel. Nowhere in the definition does... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: My darkest night: 17 of 28
I keep my eyes closed and stay in a ball my wail is a hum within my closed wallOkay, okay, I'll say the mantra now Om Mani Padme HumOm Mani Padme Hum, Om Mani Padme Hum Oh please, please it's not working, oh pleaseBlackness, blackness envelope me, close me Seal meConsciousness stays and keeps peace away Om Mani Padme Hum, not... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking How to break in new hiking boots: 5 of 8
The most important piece of equipment you will buy for your hiking trip is, in my opinion, is what your put on your feet. It is apparent that if you can't walk because of blisters, fallen arches, injured ankles, knee problems, or that your hiking shoes are just plain falling apart and beyond the duck tape repair - you're goin... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Reasons to love winter: 64 of 91

Ah! Hello Winter! Come blow by my window and I will watch your glorious flakes as they sparkle like fairy lights and bid me hello'. Send me your whiteness against the dark sky at night, and at day fly by and let me see your white purity against the blue pristine blue sky.You huddle around my window like fluffy feathers callin... More..