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Proudly born, raised and educated in Massachusetts, I have now opted for the calm beauty of Coastal Southern Maine.

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Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Marriage should be a sacred institution between only a woman and a man: 28 of 316
In today's society, labels are everything. We eat by labels, buy clothes with only name brand labels, take our medicine via labels, we even define groups of people with labels. Because we have labels, we no longer judge person for person. We define the whole group as unworthy. Now, we want sew labels on the different types o... More..
Travel > Boat Travel & Cruises Common mistakes when taking a cruise: 1 of 11
When taking a cruise, one of the most common mistakes made, is the over-packing of clothing never to be worn. Some of the stuff we pack is never even removed from the luggage let alone worn. On one of my cruises I packed twelve outfits for a four day cruise. I learned the true meaning of luggage as a young child, watching my... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Why it's important to say "I love you": 2 of 20
Saying "I Love You," is important because those three words seal the deal. When I Love You, is said to children, it helps mold a lifetime of security and confidence for when they confront love. Telling your children you love them spares them the wonder and insecurity of feeling unloved. Though everyone feels unloved now and ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My first babysitting job: 3 of 29
I didn't apply for my first babysitting job, I was born into the position. In my family, gender dictated the type of job you would be assigned throughout your childhood. For me, I earned my pennies being the family dish wiper and babysitter. Some days mom would offer me a bonus if I started dinner or the laundry, so I did ma... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Kindergarten: 4 of 38
I can't say one day, or any occasion glorified kindergarten into my memory. I read the title over and over, hoping to jar some distant thoughts of me in kindergarten. Nothing. It's as if the entire year was wiped from my memory. I'm only 49, why can't I remember Kindergarten? I wonder if I'm forgetting stuff by the year now?... More..
Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care All the right intentions: Moving your elderly parent into your house: 12 of 98
The hardest part of life besides death, is aging. The diminishing of our bodies and minds as we slowly become ravished by illness and time. As my mother got older we kids knew it was inevitable she would move in with one of us. Dad had been gone a long time, and living alone was beginning to take a toll. We felt sad she was ... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Cooking the Thanksgiving turkey: 2 of 16
We had been living together for about a year when his family finally decided to visit our cozy little home. Our decision not to get married and sort of try each other out before-hand, seem to fit our wants and needs. However his parents were mortified. Especially his mother, who believed only the married should live together... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Mother-daughter friendship: 7 of 53
My Mother, My Best Friend. A mom who gave me more than life. Mom was 22 years old when I was born. We grew up together. Her childhood was rushed by motherhood, mine was rushed helping her be a mother. With the birth of each of my siblings the bond between my mom and I grew. Through our 41 years together we had gone from moth... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Opening a restaurant: 1 of 7
If you truly love to cook, naturally you may want to open a restaurant. Not so fast. In this economy, restaurants are some of the hardest hit businesses in the country. With food prices at an all time high and spending at an all time low, starting a new restaurant may be a recipe for disaster. However, leasing an already est... More..
Jobs & Careers > Employers Motivating employees: Is money or recognition more appreciated?: 6 of 39
Even the best employees come in many different personalities, ages and lifestyles. In order for recognition to be effective and motivation achieved, rewards need to be suited to their personal needs and wants. I feel age is the biggest hint on how to show your employees appreciation. What motivates a person is happiness. Onc... More..