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I am a housewife, but I like to refer to myself as a Domestic Engineer. I have had this job for 4 years now and it is by far the most challenging job thus far. I enjoy my work but I have to admit my favorite time of day is when everyone is in bed and it's

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Health & Fitness > Weight Issues Obesity: Is being fat a disease or a choice: 2 of 37
Being Fat Is Easy Just by the title of this article I know that I have grabbed your attention; it has taken me 20 years to realize that this is true in my own life, and coming to this conclusion has kept me at a healthy weight for almost a year. I finally took control of my unhealthy lifestyle last spring, and have kep... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Struggle in life: 28 of 426
Words Cannot SayYou've walked through life with heartache and sorrow,Sometimes wondering if there will be a tomorrowYou know how to love with all your heart and soulAnd sometimes that leads you just short of your goal.A woman of strength, that's who you areYour charisma and courage outshines us by farThough you may not see wh... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Family: 14 of 181
My Grandpa JackMy Grandpa Jack is the best you see,God made him special just for me.His voice is loud and he hugs so tightHis love for me has no end in sight.My Grandpa Jack just makes me giggle,He bounces and laughs until he wiggles!I get so excited when we go and visitWhen it's time to go, I cry, "It's not time yet, is it?"... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Losing a loved one: 17 of 158
My father died in September 2005, it was sudden and unexpected. He was only 57 and was diagnosed with a Stage 4 Brain Tumor only a month before he passed. He complained of headaches that spring, but brushed them off, he didn't find them to be serious until he started to lose words, forgot how to spell, couldn't remember names... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Life The feelings of guilt of a stay at home mom: 4 of 28
The old saying, "If I knew then what I know now..." has been on my mind more and more as I get comfortable in my thirties. As a young girl I had big dreams of finding my prince charming, having children and living in that quiet suburb with the white picket fence. Thinking that it would be an easy life and that I would do thin... More..
Relationships & Family > Relatives Tips for coping with in-laws: 5 of 27
The concept of In-Laws has always been one that I find hard to wrap my head around. Growing up I found myself surrounded by my parent's siblings and their children, and for the most part it was a good time. Sometimes there would be tense moments; you know the ones that when you walk into a room you can feel the walls closing ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Father's Day: 25 of 108
We Are Daddy's Little GirlsOur days are filled with play and laughter,When Daddy comes home it's our sweet ever after.We may not know just how hard he worksTo keep us safe, and clothed and to buy us all those books.Our faces light up when he opens the door,We run to greet him to show that he's adored.We have the best Daddy ha... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Thoughts on friendship and love: 7 of 26
There are a handful of people that have come into my life and really made an impression; some from my childhood, and some in my adult life. Each, in their own unique way, have made me see things in a different light or just agreed with my outlook. As I get deeper into my thirties, life seems to take many turns; with every cor... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization How is it possible for an individual to successfully preserve balance in their life: 5 of 11
I was invited to join the online world of Facebook last winter, and at that time I had no idea what it was, so I left it alone. After a few more requests to be someone's "friend", I finally caved in and let my curiosity get the best of me. My whole summer was caught up on this site, who wants to be my "friend" today? Who "pok... More..
Relationships & Family > Parents Learning to forgive your mother: 21 of 34
To define my mother would take many pages, she has many sides and dynamics that most mothers don't, and she shares many characteristics that most mothers do. She has the capacity to love unconditionally for her children and grandchildren. She is the one you can count on in a crisis, and one that is most fragile in times of so... More..