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Writing is one of passions. I have a lot to say and would love to share my thoughts, ideas, and processes with fellow writers. I am a wife, a mother, a sister, a friend...and love to write about my experiences...cathardic, I think.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: If we only knew when . . .: 3 of 15
Looking at you now, I should have known from the start That what is now in the light, was better off in the dark. You made me love you with your words, but seldom showed me with your actions, that you were really down for me and what I consider satisfaction. You shared with me your goals and you shared with me your dreams... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Breaking up: 4 of 19
I thought we'd be together, I thought that it would last I never thought our love would be something of the past. I wish I knew what went wrong, so that I could make it right I wanted to get along with you; I didn't want to fight. I miss our days of laughter, I miss our nights of love Every single day and night, you are... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Identity theft: 2 of 8
Who are you?! Are you supposed to be me?I don't think so, cause' you walk around like you're free.See me, I have debt and bills still un-paid,but you walk around like you got it made.Using my social, my name , my addressand at night you are wondering why you cannot rest?Cause' the life that you stole is replete with pain,I kn... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning How to plan a wedding in 2 months: 1 of 3
Congratulations! You're getting married and the big day is just 2 months away. Although there's a lot to do in a small amount of time, by following this time line, you can put on a wonderful wedding and it will look as if you've been planning this event for at least a year. Week 1. Create an intimate guest list- This list sho... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs How do you tell a friend that her husband is cheating?: 5 of 13
You have a best friend and her name is Antoinette. The two of you are very close, you talk about everything, shop together, love each other, you even double date with your husbands ....that's your girl! Diane and Antoinette are equally close in friendship. One day Diane calls you and says "I slept with Bobby". (Bobby is Antoi... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs Signs your wife is cheating on you: 2 of 5
While many husbands would love to believe that they would know if their wife were cheating, the sad truth is that women are way better at keeping their affairs a secret than men. Nevertheless, there are some signs that husbands can be in tuned with in case they feel that their wives are cheating. If you are a married man, ask... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Her broken heart: 2 of 5
Little Lana loved the Lord, she knew he heard her cry That's why she often struggled, when asking the Lord "why?" Why is there so much struggle, Why is there so much pain? Why is her heart in pieces? Little Lana can explain. When she was eight her mother died of what they thought was Cancer, After that, her life was done - a... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Inspirational: 225 of 473
Hurt turns into anger...Anger in to an EXPLOSION of truth-Truth previously hidden or unknown...a revelation; A revelation of the forgotten past which no one knew, except for theskeletons that once dwelt in the closet;but have now stepped out, because of the freedom...of the revelation. More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Intimacy How exploring your own inner feelings can help save a marriage: 5 of 8
When a marriage is in trouble, an institution is deteriorating, a family is faltering and something has got to change. Married couples in that instance, have the propensity to look at each other as the source of the problems in the marriage, not realizing that it can sometimes do them well to look at the "man in the mirror". ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Common Baby Ailments How to take an infant's temperature: 2 of 3
You're a new parent- excited and terrified about this new Gorgeous baby you have and are now responsible for. She's a very good baby and only seems to cry when she is hungry. Only now, you realize that lately she's been fussy and difficult to please...and she feels a little warm. The truth of the matter is, your brand new bab... More..