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I'm a receptionist and an IT student with a lot of free time on my hands. I'm highly creative, and I design and sew medieval and gothic costumes as a hobby. I'll write on pretty much anything, but I favour my greatest loves in life - sewing and travel.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Humorous: 2 of 478
Sailor SimOh, there was once a sailor called Sim, Who thought himself a very clever fellow. He'd challenge all the men in the port, Until the sky the next morn had turned yellow. He made his money, In gambling and games of skill, For he was greatly blessed with, A quick wit and iron will. One evening in a tavern rowdy, He off... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lust: 7 of 320
Fierce gusts swirl and shake the canvas wallsIn a fight this stormy tempest would winBut tonight I don't care how much rain fallsWarmly wrapped in soft furs and musky skinThe night is as cold as your arms are warmUnder the dark and cloud-swept winter skiesMusical lust will not our friends informThe wind steals our bacchanalia... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community What serious girl gamers look for in a video game: 1 of 10
Girl gamers are a very prevalent but much overlooked market when it comes to computer games. Contrary to popular belief, we play more than just The Sims. Using both established research and my own opinion as a girl gamer, I have compiled a list of the things that will (and won't) attract women to play a game.STORYLINEYou've g... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Tips to take the stress out of traveling: 12 of 66
Travel need never be stressful. On holiday, events which might leave you at your wits end in everyday life become daring and exotic stories to share with friends when you return home. The trick is in the way you see it. You might be experiencing a might be a delay or a detour, but you'll have more fun if you see it as an adve... More..
Jobs & Careers > Starting Out College students, wake up: You need more than a degree to get the job: 2 of 10
In today's market, a degree is just one of the list requirements for many jobs out there. The reason for this? That nice shiny piece of paper says that you have some knowledge of your chosen field, but nothing about what kind of worker you are. At the end of the day, how much you know can have very little bearing on whether y... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice First aid kit tips for travelers: 1 of 4
It's amazing what kind of trouble you can get into on holidays, so it's important to be able to patch yourself up quickly and get back on enjoying yourself. According to the World Health Organisation, up to 80% of travellers to high-risk areas are affected by travellers' diarrhoea alone, so a well-stocked first aid kit should... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Non-traditional weddings: Alternatives to the traditional wedding reception: 3 of 10
Are you looking at getting married, but dread the thought of mountains of white tulle? Or daunted by tales of weddings that take longer to pay off than the marriage itself lasts? The possibilities for a non-traditional wedding are limited only by your imagination, and they can have to added bonus of being much cheaper too.Tip... More..
Personal Finance > Marine & Travel Insurance What you need to know about travel insurance: 3 of 9
Coming from a family of modern nomads, one of the first adages I remember my mother coming out with was "If you cannot afford travel insurance, you cannot afford to travel". I'm very thankful I've never had to use my travel insurance, but there are plenty of things that can go wrong on a trip and it's always good to know that... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Tips for decorating a studio apartment: 3 of 9
The open-plan nature of the studio apartment offers an unexpected amount of possibility. Without walls to divide the area, the occupant is free to decide exactly how much space is devoted to each function of the room.Dividing the room into sections gives the feel of multiple rooms, but doing so without using physical barriers... More..
Jobs & Careers > Online Surveys & Pay to Click How to get paid taking online surveys: 2 of 6
If you've get an internet connection and a few hours a week to spare, online surveys can be a fun way of expressing your opinion. It can be difficult to sift the gems from the chaff when searching for survey companies, but there are some good ones out there if you have the perseverance.Before you start your search, make sure ... More..