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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: A narrow escape: 1 of 99
My mind raced as we followed the trail through the rough mountain terrain. Every step revealed more areas for enemies to hide and set up ambush.This Op was simple, just patrol and report. I should have learned by now that we would never get by with a simple Op. I should have realized by now that our destiny was to fight. It's... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Patriotism: 1 of 20
Patriotism is a word not uttered very much in today's society. When I think of patriots I am forced to recall people like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, General Patton or Chesty Puller. It is hard to think of prominent figures today who fit the bill.If I survey the landscape of politicians today I am very troubled by wha... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Time stood still: 2 of 38
A flurry of emotion,a gasp of disbelief.How could I feel this way,at a glance, a look so brief.My mouth is dry and frozen,my jaw is locked in place.The words I wish I'd spokenlost in time and space.I see your lips in smileYour eyes in laughters clutchI feel your hands in mineyour body without a touch.I hear words more clearly... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: War: 5 of 55
Inside Death's DenThe rain fell in sheets as I exited the Bus that hauled us all to embark on our latest mission. We traveled by a bus that looked like any other public transportation in the city. The bus would not be singled out like a military vehicle. Another reconnaissance mission, 15 in as many days. Our location...well,... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: On love: 158 of 1268
An explosion of light,and a thrum of echoed voice.A creation undertakenwhen at first I heard your voice.New firmament thrusts forthwhen you bid me come along.The vast expanse of spacenow to you and I belongs.New foliage and plant alikehave life with you in view.New creatures spring forth elatedthey are given life by you.A liv... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Finding inspiration: 2 of 10

"I have a dream", "Ask not what your country can do for you..", "Four score and seven years ago.." these are words spoken by some of the greatest men in the history of our great nation. They are words meant to inspire and invoke emotion in their intended audience. We all look for inspiration on a daily basis, whether it be to... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Americans losing faith in government: 10 of 41
"America has lost it's way!", That is a direct quote. From who you may ask? That is an original from me. While the statement may be original the sentiment is not. All across this great nation Americans feel that they can't trust their government and that in turn they can't trust their Nation. Our Government and our Nation are... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Night: 8 of 30
As day's star falls out of sight, Darkness enters the scene moving like a silent lover to overtake the land. Light dwindles slowly moving away without fear for Light knows it can concur the darkness when again it's time is here.Night enfolds the landscape and laying on it gently, with love's embrace darkness takes it's place ... More..
Other What to say to the world in your 15 minutes of fame: 38 of 116
This is my 15 minutes of Fame as is each 15 minute interval of my short life.I say to the world simple things that we have forgotten in the chaos of this troubled world.The money that I have earned is gone and will not return, the things I have achieved will be forgotten before long. The materials that I have attained will fa... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Search (Other) Job search: Communicating the value of non-paid work: 19 of 51
Finally at the age of 37 I am prepared to pass on the value of my life experience. No one can devalue education in the job market but that isn't the "Big Picture". The smart employer and employee knows the value of life experience in looking for and hiring successful employees.I would like to share a short story with you. I w... More..