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I am a hopeless romantic, a mother of five beautiful children, and a creative spirit. I love to dance and sing no matter what anyone else thinks of how well or poorly I do it at the time. I love to write short stories and poetry, and have been known on occation

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Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Family life when serving in the U.S. military: 10 of 25
The love of my life sat there depressed, day after day. It made my heart ache to see him like that, not himself, unable to smile. I knew it was important to men to have a job, but it didn't really hit me until he said that it was a "deal breaker"! "It's going to be alright." I offered, "You'll find a new job soon." Yet, none... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Out of my league: 12 of 29
You came home to me for Christmas, which was the only wish I had you changed while you were gone, flipping something good to bad you called me weak, of all the nerve! How dare you say such things. After everything I've done for you that was treatment I didn't deserve. We argued and we fought, as if you were were now better t... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Love: 46 of 109
Love is a gift and a blessing. One should not go into a relationship with a guarded heart; expect failure and that is surely what you will find. To give all of yourself, to love with the very deepest part of your being, and to trust someone so much to not hurt you even though they hold the power to do so. That is what it's a... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Wonderful: 30 of 71
So many words to describe the ways in which we feel helping us to express that which is so real So many ways to phrase it endless paths to choose touched by inspiration by the sweet hand of a muse writing our self expressions sharing with all who gaze the wonderful gifts that are within us showering us with praise blessed ar... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to change your toddler's clothes without a tantrum: 7 of 15
As your toddler develops and grows, they begin to explore independence more. The first thing you need to assess is the question: what is the root cause of the tantrum? There are many reasons why a child becomes upset over getting dressed. - You interrupted what they were doing when they weren't finished. - They want to dress... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The Thanksgiving mystery: 21 of 41
Grandpa's Missing Glasses The doorbell rang, Max ran down the stairs to answer the it. It was Thanksgiving Day; his parents had invited all the relatives over for dinner. His mother planned to start serving the food at two o'clock. He had noticed as he ran past the clock in the hallway that it was just after noon. Max took h... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Spring showers: 31 of 56
Jumping little feet shining, twinkling eyes begging, pleading, longing behind excited cries It's raining mom! It's raining! can we go out to play it's far to boring in the house let's go outside today Umbrellas, coats, and hats galoshes one size to big running, jumping, slashing mud in which to dig Laughing, giggling, smilin... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips How much allowance should your kids get?: 16 of 28
Children do need to learn the importance of money management, along with countless other skills that will help them to become successful, independent adults. Giving your child an allowance does not necessarily support that goal. In my opinion it hinders other lessons which should accompany the earning and management of money... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Rape: 20 of 34
Why wasn't it me? When I was thirteen years old my mother was raped by her ex-boyfriend. She had been out drinking at a bon fire with her friends. She was drunk, he took her out into the woods. I didn't understand it all then, but I knew it was something bad. I saw how it changed her, she wasn't the same. When I was fifteen ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Easter craft ideas for kids: 6 of 10
How to make a "nest egg". This project is a fun and messy way to get your kids involved in decorating for spring, as well as creating gifts for Easter to give to friends and family members. You will need: Newspaper (to cover your working area) an old bucket or disposable container glue (either fabric, craft, or white) yarn o... More..