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Hallo, Grace here.

I actually have already forgotten how I stumbled on Helium a little over a year ago; it has already become my home away from home and I have made some extremely close friends in an incredibly short period of time.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Square dances: 1 of 3
All circle left! it's a romp in the barn Kickin up yer heels at yer grandad's farm Fiddle play high, bass thump low Allemande left and do si do Step right ladies! guys turn left (Watch it there now, boy, whutter you, deaf?) Keep it line, don't step on her toes Pass her off, now, down the line she goes. Girls to the center! b... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Family 2008: The changing role of the mother: 9 of 23
Moms. They are what holds the fabric of life together, who soldiers in far off lands dream of, why we can always, always go home. The very word evokes the smell of cookies fresh out of the oven, kisses on a bandaged knee, constancy in an uncertain world. But for many of us mothers in in the 21st century, our world too is unc... More..
Health & Fitness > Health & Fitness (Other) Symptoms and treatments of gestational diabetes: 2 of 5
Gestational diabetes affects an estimated five percent of the pregnant women in this country. Handled properly, however, it does not have to complicate a pregnancy. Treatment using a gestational diabetes diet plan and sensible exercise can usually control the symptoms without medication. Diabetes occurs when the supply of in... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration US immigration laws are unfair: Agree or disagree?: 2 of 5
I'm eighth generation Irish. There's enough Scot, English, German and Native American blood sprinkled through the past hundred odd years to darken the red of my hair, and give me brown eyes instead of green. Irish immigrants were treated like vermin by United States citizens in the mid 1800's - and they spoke English! Now we... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Reclaiming self esteem after an abusive relationship: 2 of 5
If you are in a bad relationship or environment, the initial step is to free yourself from it. If you are safe but still struggling with the residual effects of being trapped in such a situation, you can begin to move forward. Damage can be undone, but only if you learn to stop perpetuating the abuse on yourself out of habit... More..
Relationships & Family > Relationships & Family (Other) How low self-esteem can damage your relationships: 10 of 24
Low self esteem can not only cause hindrances in the way you deal with life, but can damage the relationships you have with the people you love most. Your spouse will have difficulty respecting you if you have no respect for yourself. Your children will not be able to look up to you as a role model if you don't set a good ex... More..
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes How to keep a breakup from hurting your self-esteem: 6 of 13
A bad breakup can be damaging to anyone's self esteem. Insults may be hurled, declarations of hate made, and in general you can be left wondering how in the world you screwed up so badly. You may feel undesirable, unworthy of being loved, and your self image may be tattered beyond recognition. We tend to tie up a lot of our ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Inspired by the song The Road Goes on Forever, by the Highwaymen: 1 of 2
The Road Goes On Forever (and The Party Never Ends) Sherry was a waitress at the only joint in town. The uniform was faded blue and white, and did little to disguise her form as she navigated between tables. She dodged a reaching hand as a customer tried to stuff a dollar bill down the front of her dress, and twitched her hi... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Decorating Southwest style on a budget: 1 of 2
Five Steps to a Southwest Decor on a Budget If you have been wanting to switch the theme of your home to Southwest decor but find your budget and time limited, there are a few quick and easy steps you can take to turn your home into a desert oasis. The main factors are color, shape, design and light. Step One: Evaluate what ... More..
Health & Fitness > Alcoholism Alcohol poisoning: What is it and how it can kill: 1 of 2
Alcohol poisoning is most common among college students, with a death toll of nearly fifty each year. This is the more tragic because it is completely avoidable; and many groups dedicate themselves to the education of teens and college students on the subject of alcohol poisoning. Recognizing alcohol poisoning in a friend or... More..