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What can I say about me? I was in the television news industry for 18 years which means all of my writing has been in a "folksy", as they like to call it in news, type of writing. But for 5 years I haven't had a creative outlet of any kind so I'm going to

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Pets & Animals > Dog Accessories Essential dog travel supplies: 2 of 21
Traveling with your dog(s) can be an enjoyable experience if you prepare! When planning a trip for you and your family one of the first things you do is make a list of everything to bring with you. This is a sure way to make sure you don't forget anything. Hitting the road with your dog is no different. Take out a pen and pap... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Will Sarah Palin get a second chance at the presidency?: 10 of 85
Out of the cold and desolate Alaskan Tundra and into the bright national spot light, Sarah Palin wowed and stunned American's at the same time. She was energetic and beautiful but who was she? In one day Sarah Palin became a house hold name. She was a question mark for the political pundits. And while the national media scram... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Your new pet: Adopt from a shelter or go through a breeder?: 10 of 68
A pet lover walking into an animal shelter is like turning a kid loose in a candy store! There are dogs of every color, size, shape and personality available. Once you step inside a shelter and start looking around at all of the precious, desperate and lonely faces of unwanted dogs peering out at you from behind bars you will... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Common misconceptions on various breeds of dogs: 1 of 5
Living in the country has distinct advantages if you're a dog lover. Especially if you love big dogs! We have open acres of grassy green fields for our dogs to romp around in. We have a pond for them to swim in. And we have all sorts of wildlife, especially deer, for them to chase through the tangled trees making up our woods... More..
Health & Fitness > Bipolar Disorder Living with bipolar disorder: 25 of 92
Before I tell you my story about life with bipolar disorder let me give you a few tips:1. Find the right doctor for you2. Work to find the right combination of medicines3. Remember life can be good4. Never give up hope despite setbacks5. Ask for helpI was first diagnosed with depression when I was 17 by my family doctor. (Lat... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The jungle: 12 of 40
The JungleMonkeys swinging from the treesSoon you'll see few of theseOcelot and Jaguar's have beautiful spotsBut man will kill them for their dotsSnakes that slither to and froHide in water to avoid man's eyesBut greedy men will find a wayTo butcher an Anaconda for its hideWith blood money; rich men paySo they can have a trop... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Benefits of fostering rescued animals: 2 of 5

Do You Have the Strength and Courage to Foster A Dog? I am often referred to as "the dog lady" or "the animal lady", which is appropriate I guess since everybody in my rural neighborhood calls upon me when their pets need someone to take care of them. My "clients" are usually dogs, cats and horses but occasionally there migh... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Death of a horse: 13 of 27
In 1998 I bought a journal. There was nothing special about this journal just something to write my thoughts in; thoughts about my new horse. His name was Thunderheart and he was a 16 hand quarter horse. He was a big boy with a stocky build. His solid black mane and tail stood out against his red roan coat. He was perfect! An... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) What is the attraction of scuba diving?: 4 of 7

It's quiet here under the crystal clear blue water. I have the sensation that I'm in another dimension. Surreal. That's the best way I can describe scuba diving. It's a sensation that you must experience for yourself because there are no words to express the feeling of such freedom. Swimming underwater, drifting, gliding, exp... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gifts that give back: 28 of 45
Every year at Christmas when I ask my Dad "What do you want for Christmas?" he gives the same answer "I don't need anything." I hate that answer because it means that I have to buy something that he may not like. Or maybe not. My Dad does have everything he needs so last year I decided to donate to a charity in his name.Decid... More..