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About me?

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Well I am a thirty something female, divorced with four small children. I live in Northern California on a beautiful riverside.

I have been writing for as long as I remember. I have won contests, been published in many magazines, wrote sermons,

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Sciences > Psychology Moving: Transition traumas: 1 of 12
A month ago I moved myself and my four children to a new city. A third floor apartment where I can see practically the whole world. This is outer space compared to our home in the country where the fields are golden and the river runs through our town. A divorce prompted this move, new beginnings, a new start for everyone, l... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Speculations & Criticisms Testimonies: Losing hope: 1 of 11
Never Lose Heart "Pray always and not lose heart". every Christians' dirty little secret. Wow, that sounds so easy. "Pray always" , okay that seems like a reasonable request. But "Don't lose heart", ouch. That one will take some talking about. In the New Testament, Luke 18 (1-8), we hear the Parable Jesus tells us about the ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God God vs. G-d: 1 of 11
God is NOT a Dirty Word! After reading about some of the troubles people are going through in their search for Christ, and of their trials of wading through Churches who are trying to be so "non-offensive" to people.....they are literally missing the meaning of what our focus is about. God's word is NOT offensive. God's word... More..
Food & Drink > Dining & Restaurants (Other) Should restaurants be required to list calories and fat grams on their menus?: 19 of 164
Imagine this..... You are sitting down to a nice dinner at a restaurant. You have been waiting all day for this anticipated dinner date with friends or a special someone. You open the menu to find your delicious choices inside to choose from... and you are met with numbers, harsh numbers, souring your palate from any enjoyab... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Lessons learned from my cat: 6 of 20
Cats on a diet. The Mop and the Rolling Stone I am the proud owner of two male, mature, FAT cats. They became indoor cats after a move to an apartment on a busy street when before they were outdoor cats. After a few months at the new apartments I noticed that they were putting on a few pounds and took them to the vet. Well t... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Easter The meaning of Easter and Lent: 4 of 12
I love the Lenten Season! I know, I have heard it all before. Devout Catholics dreading the day they give up their beloved chocolate or their cola drinks for the forty days of Lent just in time for Easter Morning to arrive bursting with chocolate bunnies to melt in the new Springtime sun. I, however, have a different view of... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women Best baby gifts for new mothers: 30 of 89
Congratulations new mothers and those with a loved one with a new little one on the way! This is a very exciting time for the expecting family to prepare for their bundle of joy to arrive. What can you do to help them prepare? If the couple is having a baby shower, this is an excellent time to offer a gift that can be helpfu... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: How I dealt with the embarrassment of head lice: 9 of 17
Your Child Has Head Lice. Those are probably four of the most dreaded words that can come from the Elementary School Administration Office when you get "The Call". As you arrive you find your child sitting alone. You are handed a paper with information on the proper removal kit to get. You are given a piece of tape with the ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift ideas for the sick and hospitalized: 20 of 30
After being hospitalized nine months out of the past year, I can tell you first hand what are some great gift ideas for those who are sick and hospitalized. Depending on the nature of your loved one's hospitalization you will have to determine which is best for you. 1. A blanket from home. Those hospital blankets are thin an... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Common Baby Ailments Tips for eating out when your child has food allergies: 8 of 12
Dining out can be so much fun! Do not let allergies put a damper on that fun! You as a parent can keep your child safe by keeping a few things in mind when you dine out to not let a good time turn into a medical emergency. A little preparation on your part beforehand will save you a lot of time and energy, and possible a tri... More..