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Hi, my name is Shelly Murray Castilleja, I am a 49 year old, married woman, who first thing in the morning considers herself to be very old and ancient most day... I have a vast knowledge of life in many areas: marriage, divorce, children, grand children,

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Wal-Mart: 4 of 21
Walmart, the name alone brings a shiver to my spine. I am both repelled and exhilerated at the very thought of my next trip to Walmart. I live in a small town in Texas and the I have to drive at least 35 miles in any direction to even get to a Walmart, so I must plan ahead for my journey. I arrive at Walmart, list in hand. O... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Angels: 17 of 79
"The Angel Doll" Amanda was three years old when she first saw Maggie, "The Angel Doll". Maggie was sitting under a Christmas tree in a store window that was near the old apartment building where the little girl lived. Amanda just knew inside her heart that Maggie was the name of the doll and she really wanted to hold her. S... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Making choices: 17 of 76
"Choose Me" The children gathered around the basketball hoop and all began raising their hands, jumping, and shouting "choose me" as the older kids began "choosing" their teams. Excitement filled the air, all of the children wore looks of anticipation on their faces. The crowd began to thin down as player after player was ch... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Family: 24 of 101
"Time, Chosen Wisely" The day was long and hectic as I rushed through work to get everything done that I needed to do to meet my deadline. Hopefully, I would get out of here in time to start on my Christmas shopping list. Time was not a luxury at my house. Everyone was usually in a rush with extra curricular activities, scho... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The first snow: 1 of 4
"Fresh as New Fallen Snow" The woman sat on the steps of the porch looking out over the hillsides at the new fallen snow. The snow looked so fresh, so new, so clean. She began to think back and remember all the times in her life where she had not made the best decisions and the consequences. If one could only turn back time.... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Plus size clothes: 7 of 22
Well, let's see, what do the words "Plus Size" bring to the minds of most people? Fat, or should I say "Fluffy"? Ok then, I am very Fluffy. I am about 200 lbs. and I do not actually feel fluffy, I feel fat. Just when I can get to the point of allowing someone to take a picture, "wham" there are those 3 chins again. As you ca... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Once upon a time: 9 of 20
"The Woman I Met" Once upon a time, I met a wonderful elderly woman. The lady was 82 and appeared to have worked very hard through out her life. She had age lines that crinkled when she smiled and it made her appear very kind. Her hands were worn with age and much use. The woman herself was petite and gentle spirited. The En... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: First kiss: 28 of 48
First Kiss We met unexpectedly, stopping in the street to be introduced by a friend... We stared for a moment at each other, as if the world stood still, both wondering what to do next, feeling shy and uncertain. As I looked over to my right, I saw a wonderful garden, full of spring's flowers. Looking for something to break ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Natural beauty: 36 of 59
"God's Eyes" If only I could see the creation of nature through God's eyes, how different would it be? Would I see the wonders that surround me? I see the beautiful shape of a tree and the intricate pattern of its leaves, The colors of the sky as the sun rises and sets through the clouds and the imagined shapes I can picture... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Self-reflection: 39 of 53
"Through The Eyes Of Love" I have seen love through eyes of a child and learned disappointment. I saw parents who were "supposed" to love each other, angry and bitter. I saw a man and a woman who had a child that they both loved in their own way, yet was it the right way? If so, why did I cry so often? Why did I have such a ... More..