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I'm an independent artist and writer originally from California, but currently located in Montana. I have been a creative individual for literally as long as I can remember and have always relied on my creativity as a means of self-expression, as well as communication

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Computers & Technology > Internet Trends Should employers be allowed to use MySpace, YouTube and Facebook accounts as a basis for hiring or firing employees?: 6 of 36
It probably goes without saying that we're all on our best behavior when we know certain people are watching. Most intelligent people I know wouldn't get roaring drunk and make total idiots of themselves in the same room as the head of the company they work for, nor would they probably talk about how much pot they smoke at a ... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Relationships and deception: What counts as cheating?: 12 of 67
The definition of cheating differs for everyone - especially in a day and age when there are many different types of relationships out there. However, I can still sum up MY definition in relatively simple terms.-* If you would neither tell your significant other what you're doing, nor do it with them standing right there, it'... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Obsession: 12 of 64
Bee Darling-Liquid yellow worldWrapped around Bee DarlingUnder the lightOf the moon at noonReverie balanced like a dancerAtop a block from the ice house.Bee Darling, you are sweet.Red paper lanternsHoney lightLemon loverAura bright.Cottage in the NorthBuilt around Bee DarlingDampness of mossFills the path of the wagon.Silence... More..
Arts & Humanities > Who & What is Helium Helium as the next Myspace: 3 of 15
As someone who is a member of both MySpace and Helium, I find that trying to compare them to each other is a bit like trying to compare apples to oranges. Although both offer the ability to socialize and network with others, each also appeals to completely different sides of people, and possesses its own separate list of uniq... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Are there any real celebrities on MySpace?: 2 of 10
Most dictionaries define a celebrity simply as "a person who is celebrated and renowned". Technically speaking, there are no other requirements. The person doesn't have to be making a profound difference for the better in the world. They don't need to be artists of any kind, let alone TALENTED artists. They don't even need to... More..
Food & Drink > Breads, Grains, Pasta & Rice How to spice up boxed macaroni and cheese: 4 of 19
Boxed macaroni and cheese is a ubiquitous staple in pretty much any pantry... and with good reason. It's inexpensive, it's easy to prepare, it's delicious, and it conjures up potent memories of childhood and happy times for many of us as well. Macaroni and cheese will probably always be on the table at your house from time t... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Staying positive in a negative world: 28 of 122
To many people, actually maintaining a positive outlook in today's dingy, negative world may seem like a completely unreachable goal. After all, moods and attitudes are contagious, as we all know. How on earth can anyone keep a smile on their face, get excited about the future, or see the glass as half full when it seems like... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Artists: 3 of 13
Her name announced itself with the clarity of a bell in my head - Justine. I think some tangent my mind was running on in the background thought of it as a portmanteau of the words "just" and "pristine", the two qualities I most wanted her to have as my perfect holder of the Office of Justice. I created her to wear it well an... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Dreams: 9 of 36
I once read somewhere that every time you dream of a house, that house represents you - your personality, your psyche, your issues. What the house looks and feels like, as well as what happens within its walls during your dreams, are said to be important indicators as to your current state of being.I can buy that. I've always... More..
Jobs & Careers > Self-Employment Freelance writing: Advice and encouragement: 11 of 40
I'm probably not too far off when I speculate that freelance writing is something most serious writers have at least considered doing at one time or another. Maybe it's their big dream as far as what they want to do with their life and their talent with words. Maybe it's just something they want to do on the side until they m... More..