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I caught the writing bug early in life. When I was 9 or 10, I used to write stories for my younger brothers. I should have known I had a knack for this when they would often request my stories over Dr. Seuss

As I got older I used essay and poetry to help

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love between a mother and daughter: 37 of 176
At Seventeen At seventeen months, I know I am your world. At seventeen years, I pray I am a part. At seventeen months, I always know where you are. At seventeen years, I pray that you call. At seventeen months, your cries break my heart. At seventeen years, I pray your heartbreaks are few. At seventeen months, a kiss will ma... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Parades: 4 of 19
It seemed like a good idea, it truly did. I would take my almost two year old daughter and the neighbour's seven year old daughter to the Santa Claus parade. I did my homework, sourced out the best place to view it, figured out the bus route so I wouldn't have to drive, even checked out what coffee shop would be nearest to h... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Ten creative gift ideas that won't hurt your pocket: 10 of 42
With the recession in full gear, things are getting tough and a lot of us are looking to cut a few corners. Do not despair, there are some terrific, creative gifts that won't give your credit cards a workout. The best thing about these gifts is you do not need to be the least bit artsy-crafty. All you need is a little time a... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Kids & Christmas: 1 of 4
For Kaitlin's Second Christmas 2008 Each Christmas with Kaitlin becomes more enchanting, Her smiles, her laughter, her singing, her dancing. An Angel more beautiful than the one on the tree, Her bright shining eyes fill us all up with glee. Her sweet disposition and loveable way, Enthrals all she meets and they ask her to st... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry Tips for buying an engagement ring: 5 of 18
A Man's Guide to Buying a Diamond any Girl Will Say Yes To Congratulations! You have overcome the Y chromosome commitment phobic gene. You are going to ask her to marry you. Please read this quickly before you change your mind. I have 10 simple rules to follow that will guarantee she will say yes. 1. DON'T buy your diamond f... More..
Other Get your neighbors together: 10 of 32
Unfortunately, in today's society is we do not socialize with our neighbors as prior generations did. With busy work schedules, soccer practice and the Internet it is difficult to find time to turn the folks next door from neighbors into friends. There are so many good reasons to get to know your neighhbors better. &nb... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Animal poems for children: 41 of 127
There is so much fun at the petting zoo, We can watch the roosters go Cock-a-doodle-doo. We can hear the lions go roar, roar, roar. We can watch the monkey hang off the door. We can see the peacocks strutting their stuff. We can see the bunnies with their tails of fluff. We can hear the piggies go oink, oink, oink. And the k... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness 10 great ways to lift your spirits: 2 of 6
"When you're alone and life is making you lonely You can always go - downtown When you've got worries, all the noise and the hurry Seems to help, I know - downtown" Petula Clark knew what to do to get herself out of a funky mood back in the '60s; a little exercise, a change of scenery and a great tune. A perfect cheering up ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Card Games Crazy Eights: House rules and variations: 1 of 3
Getting Crazy with Crazy Eights If you have ever played cards with a bunch of rangy eight year olds then you know how the game of Crazy Eight's came about. Its wild, it's crazy and it is a fun way to wile away a rainy Sunday afternoon. In different variations it is played all over the world. It goes by a number of different ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pizza: 18 of 51
Your scent announces you before the doorbell even rings. I grin with anticipation knowing soon you will be here. I pay your chauffeur and then carry you over the threshold and seat you in my parlour. It is all coming together as I imagined it. I notice you still wear your wrap. My gentle and experienced fingers work quickly ... More..