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Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Should grandparents have rights of contact with grandchildren: 1 of 12
Grand children are a reward to us in our later years and to deny access to them is just plain cruel. Grand parents can give a extra stable enviroment to the children during the trying times and upheavel of a divorce. Thus helping the children adapt to a new life. taking them away from people who can help them so is crazy. Wh... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes The first time I sang karaoke: 32 of 121
Sing Karaoke, me, this is what I was thinking when my husband and children threw the idea at me. I have always sang at church, the house and for family. the thought of singing for strangers was overwhelming, I was scared. We picked a small tavern for the first time, thinking only a handful would hear me. to my surprise the n... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Should a woman have the right to choose abortion?: 137 of 428
This is solely the womans choice. The only time anyone else should be involved, is when there is a problem with either the mother or baby that could cause death. The woman should be able to decide if she wants to have a baby conceived during rape or act of incest. No one should have to be forced to give birth to a product of... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Surviving domestic violence: 31 of 88
There are many who do not understand how hard it is to get out of an abusive relationship much less survive it. So many things happen to you, both bodily, mental, emotional and you have to put all of it in to context. To survive abuse you have to close your mind to the pain,then start to define how you want to live. First yo... More..
Health & Fitness > Surgery Preparing for a hysterectomy: 4 of 10
When a young woman is given the verdict, that only a hysterectomy will take care of the problem, it feels like you were just hit by a truck. Only older women are supposed to have to deal with surgery. It involves a lot of thought and consideration to make this decision, for it is a permant thing. For a young woman, it means ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Life Is suicide an unforgiveable sin?: 28 of 68
There is a big debate about this subject in every religious faction. I think eveyone should read what the bible says on the subject as to the unforgivable sins. It tells that to be forgiven, we have to go to him and ask for the forgiveness. If someone commits suicide they can not ask for the forgiveness then commit the sin, ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: My greatest accomplishments: 68 of 162
There are a few things I am proud of but the one thing I am most proud of is the way my daughters turned out. I raised them completely different in most respects then I was raised. I had a very troubled and abusive home life and I did not want that for them. Yet I knew they had to learn that life was not a easy ride. I made ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Walking with God: 97 of 221
In me his glory shines. My life is lived for him. His words I will speak, To all I see I will teach. While watching the stars I pray, Stars twinkling high I pray. Lord oh high, my savior, I am here to serve only you. More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Should the federal government set a national age for sexual consent for teens?: 20 of 39
The government setting a national sexual consenting age, they are involved in so many of our private rights now that we need a permission slip it seems to talk, travela and express ourselves. Setting a national age, would cause more problems then there is now. We as parents need to teach them how to be responsible and how to... More..
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness Tips for a long lasting marriage: 77 of 138
To accomplish a long lasting marriage takes work. Many people forget that Marriage is another job that you have to work at.One thing that is most important is to be truthful and honest about everything with your partner. Keep true to yourself as well as to your spouse. If you lose your self how can you be the one they marrie... More..