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I grew up in a small town in SW Virginia. I lost my Mom when I was 18 years old. She was always (and I believe still is) my biggest fan and motivator. I currently live in East, TN in Tennessee Volunteer country.

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Childhood: 1 of 73
A VISIT TO THE DOCTORIsn't it strange what sticks in your mind from your childhood sometimes? Some of the little, seemingly meaningless things that pop into your head when you least expect them to? As an adult we can look back on them and laugh at what seemed to be the most embarrassing things that could ever happen to a chil... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: September 11, 2001 and beyond: 4 of 55
A SIGNIFICANT DATEIn every generation there are dates that we remember. I suppose what dates you remember depends on what your priorities are. For my father's generation it was December 7, 1941. For me it will always be September 11, 2001.There have been days throughout history that people remember. They remember where they w... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Soul mates: Do they really exist?: 14 of 169
Do soul mates really exist?What is a soul mate anyway? Is it someone you just have a lot in common with? If that's the case then soul mates exist everywhere and are a very common experience for us all. Is a soul mate a person that from the moment you meet you "click"? If that's the case then it isn't hard to find one at all. ... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Funny stories from the doctor's office: 4 of 47
"YOU MAY FEEL SOME PRESSURE HERE"When a man hears this phrase he knows that he is preparing to enter a realm of voice previously unknown to any possessor of testosterone in normal levels. It's just one of those "joys" of reaching the age of forty that you just don't think about until it happens. Oh sure, when you're younger y... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Are aging rock superstars like Paul McCartney and the Rolling Stones timeless or too old to perform on stage anymore?: 13 of 151
The memories are still fresh in my mind, as I'm sure they are too many people. Memories of music that changed my life, that helped me through rough times and got me through more than one broken heart. As long as there are those with memories or those who want new memories then the "old" rockers won't go out of style.In the pa... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Science fiction: 25 of 290
INVISIBLE MILTONMilton Fraley's life had changed. At one time he had been somebody. He had a wife, kids and a job. He was noticed when he walked down the street, at least some of the time. However, lately things had changed.It had been a gradual thing. At work he had attended meetings, made suggestions, gave reports, and even... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Does poetry matter in the 21st century?: 12 of 121
Poetry will always matter. As long as there are those who have souls and still live, love and lose there will be a need or at least a desire for poets and for poetry.Poetry is one of the truest forms of expressing emotion. As long as there are those who still love it will never cease to matter. For centuries, from before ther... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Little things: 14 of 130
They say I have a poet's soulOne right now which feels tired and oldThe burdens of life seem too greatAnd so I sit and ponder my fateThe trials of life, they never endMy life continues its trendOn and on this endless roadAlone my soul must ever goThe poet's soul is one of painFilled not with sunshine, but with rainEvery prick... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A gentle touch: 33 of 198
A SOFT AND GENTLE KISSA soft and gentle kissI desire only thisTo merely feel your lipsPressed lightly against mineA hand pressed to the neckBarely touching the skinBreathing together as oneSweeter than the sweetest wineBreath is shared with joyTender caring and loveSouls meeting in the touchLives joining and tears are sharedA... More..
Travel > Public Transportation Public transportation should be free: 8 of 45
Public Transportation Should Be FreeSomeone who uses public transportation would probably disagree wholeheartedly. Why would someone mind paying a dollar and a half or two dollars to get from one place to another? It's a lot cheaper than taking a taxi.In one city, Knoxville, Tennessee, it currently costs fifty dollars for a m... More..