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I am a very proud mother of a 10 year old son and I am married to the man who I dreamed of all my life. I am a college graduate with interests in Law, Theology, Education, Political Science, and Health Sciences.

I hail origially from North New Jersey then my

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Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Elderly drivers and re-tests: 1 of 28
There should be no question that the elderly should be retested on their driving on a regular basis. I lived in Florida, the retirement capitol, for over 20 years. We were used to "Snowbird season" and each year an ever growing population of elderly that relocated to our state. Florida, like other states would release their a... More..
Other The world's funniest joke: 4 of 109
Dear Wife,I'm writing you this letter to tell you that I'm leaving you forever. I've been a good man to you for seven years and I have nothing to show for it.These last two weeks have been hell. Your boss called to tell me that you quit your job today and that was the last straw.Last week, you came home and didn't even notice... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Dogs: 7 of 176
"Charmed"Faithful friend; loyal companion.Their when needed; loving always.Desiring of love and attention; protector of the family.She sees to the heart of those good and bad.Caring of her sister; diligent to the end.She is a most trusted friend. More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Super Size Me: 1 of 18
"Movie Review: Supersize Me" This documentary was created based on the premise that the food we eat has more to do with our health than we think. More specifically the bad food, junk food, and fast food we eat. It takes a closer look at the current number one fast food company in the world, "McDonalds". The intentional outco... More..
Education > Homeschooling Top 10 things homeschooled children and parents get to do while everyone else is in school: 3 of 41
I was homeschooled for all of high school and my brother and sister were homeschooled from elementary school on. My top ten list comes from experience and not just what I think goes on.1) Sleep in. You always hear talk about how kids don't get enough rest. Not enough sleep to concentrate in school and pass their tests. We alw... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Connection: 3 of 28
Thoughts flow like water in a stream; like the wind encircling your body, caressing your skin,running smoothly with each breath.Perfect soul, perfect life, love eternal, a kiss on skin, a touch divine, a beauty so deep; aspiritual understanding and emotional connection, a portal to another time when unity was allthere was.Sep... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Understanding the term "rape culture": 1 of 7
Rape In Today's More Accepting SocietyAmerica has become a more accepting country with a looser reign on family values, ethics and moral obligations. For example just a few years ago there was a stricter control on the media and what radio and television could say and do. Today these forbidden words and acts have become commo... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Atonement - Golden Globe's best drama of 2007: 3 of 19
What are the consequences of a lie? We've all told one. The little white lie, the blatant lie, the "I just chose to leave a few details out" lie. Our lies have hurt others feelings, broken up friendships and romances; but has your lie ever sent someone to jail; off to war; to their death? "Atonement" is the story of just such... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Life after the smoking ban: 2 of 11
Life after the smoking ban has become a breath of fresh air, clean air, healthy air; but you understand my position better when I tell you that I have asthma. Even though I'm all for smoke free restaurants, designated smoking areas in certain facilities and highly trafficked parks; I'm not completely against smokers having th... More..
Other What would you consider to be the most important things that have been a major inspiration in your life and why?: 29 of 155
Some would say it's someone rich, famous, popular in entertainment. Maybe the choice is a poet, artist or politician. My greatest influence and inspiration in my life is simply my parents. Unlike most people I grew up with both my parents and our household was not "outside the box" but rather in a box all its own. My mother ... More..