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I live in Unadilla New York with my children and two cats.

I began writing at an early age and have since won awards, published several poems and recently published two chapbooks of poetry. I am in the process of publishing my first novel and am working on

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Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Relationships and deception: What counts as cheating?: 11 of 67
For the couple with an open relationship, cheating may be having partners that aren't agreed upon. In a monogamous couple having any partner, other than the one you're with is cheating. To some people, viewing pornography is considered cheating, while a stray kiss at a party is overlooked. To others, having lunch or dinner w... More..
Jobs & Careers > Starting Out The career decision I most regret: 3 of 18
Spending my life savings on starting my own salon within two days of receiving my cosmetology license is the career decision I most regret. I give myself kudos for ambition, determination and motivation, but I still kick myself for being impulsive, ignorant and starry-eyed. I started out with the right idea in mind, promotin... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues How to overcome jealousy in your relationships: 7 of 41
We've all felt a little green but with confidence and a positive self-esteem you can overcome jealously in your relationships. There are many reasons why people feel jealous in their relationships but all envy can be traced to fear. You may be afraid that you're not good, pretty, thin or tall enough. You may fear your mate w... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Why we make bad choices in life: 40 of 230
Making bad choices is a part of life. Bad choices help us recognize the better ones and nothing is a better teacher than consequence. Bad choices are just mistakes and everyone knows that we learn from our mistakes. The consequences of a bad choice can leave us reeling and put into perspective our priorities. It may be fun a... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pain from love: 164 of 917
In the instant of one slip of word I am evicted from your eyes. The tiramisu has separated, like you it was too saturated. A door slams from another country, as I stand before the mirror looking for a new home. More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care Home remedies for dry, callused feet: 2 of 11
The best home remedies are simple, easy to clean and they have good results. There are hundreds of remedies as well as products and tools to use on your feet. My favorite remedy for dry feet is olive oil. It can be mixed with other essences to improve the scent, is inexpensive in comparison to other products and promotes sof... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) Should Hummers be outlawed for road travel?: 5 of 26
This is America, the land of the free. Outlawing Hummers for road travel makes America seem a little less free. Eighteen-wheelers aren't outlawed, why should Hummers be? If someone can first afford the Hummer and second the gas, then let them drive it! They paid for it. Hummers on the road are not to blame for the problems i... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Should US citizens focus less on material wealth and more on quality of life?: 9 of 45
The quality of life depends, to some degree, on gaining material things and wealth. No amount of wealth or material will make someone happy with their life if they do not treasure it to begin with. If someone is truly grateful for all that they are, and all that they have, they will be able to appreciate how acquiring wealth... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Color & Coloring Funky hair colors: 2 of 9
Funky hair colors can be fun and exciting. You can add some pizazz to your coif for a night in the club with shades of hot pink and lime green. For the more demure, a few strands of deep purple are a great conversation piece, and if you're blue, let everyone know with some indigo streaks. Funky hair colors are available in p... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Cooking & Meal Planning Taking the stress out of dinnertime with meals made ahead of time: 2 of 9
Make-ahead meals cut the stress out of dinner- time and help a family stick to their grocery budget, too. Who wants to wrestle with rush hour traffic, strategically shop for dinner and then go home to chop onions, toss salad and tenderize meat? Some people may enjoy the challenge of putting together a nice dinner after a lon... More..