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Law & Legal Information > Lawyers & Legal Advice Simple tips to prevent a DUI: 2 of 78
Don't drink and drive! It's that simple. That's the best tip I can give you. Whether it's just a glass or two of wine at dinner or a couple of beers, don't get behind the wheel. It is just not worth the risk. DUI is a stigma you don't want on your record. Alcohol is a part of life. It has been around since Jesus and the disc... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love gone wrong: 7 of 137
There's nothing quite as sad as love gone wrong.The words are still there, but the music is gone.The silence flows deeper inside your soulLeaving you lost in a deep dark hole.There's nothing quite as hurtful as love gone wrong.Someone wants to stay; someone wants to move on.The pain is sharp as a dagger through your heartLeav... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Don't ask: 9 of 176
Don't ask what kind of day I've hadBecause I'll only make you mad.I will be glad to see it endAnd hope that overnight I'll mend.The morning sun will bring fresh hopeAnd give me the strength I need to cope.Don't ask me to stop loving youSome things are more than I can do.But I will turn and walk awayIf that is the price I have... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: What I'm thankful for: 3 of 53
I'm thankful for my God above He gives me His everlasting love. He reaches down and takes my hand When I stumble upon shifting sand. So no matter where I go He's there too, that I know. I'm thankful for my wonderful Mother. She loved me more than any other. She now watches over me from Heaven above But I can still feel the ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Party & Guests Left at the altar: How to cope: 1 of 15
The church is full. All the guests have arrived and are seated. You stand next to your father, your heart beating so hard you think it may explode. The music is playing softly, a muted melody you don't recognize. The organist is waiting for the signal to begin the traditional wedding march. You glance around at your Maid of H... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles Advantages of rural life: 4 of 53
Ask anyone living in a small town if they like living there, and chances are they will say they wouldn't want to live anywhere else. Small towns are like families; everyone knows everyone and just about everything about them, personal and otherwise. Sometimes that's good and sometimes it's not. But it really doesn't matter, b... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: A Thanksgiving romance: 1 of 12
Elizabeth watched the police officer help the man into the emergency room. The old man could barely walk, but Elizabeth didn't think it was because of his age. He appeared to be pretty intoxicated, just plain drunk, to be honest. Elizabeth sighed. The holidays always seemed to cause people to drink even more than usual. And, ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Starving for attention: 11 of 130
The little boy stood stiffly, legs spread apartHis fists were clenched, and so was his heart.No one would play with him, but he didn't care.At least that's what he kept telling himself.So he picks a fight with one of the kids.Starving for attention, he needs to be fed.The teen wears clothing all in black.Her hair is purple, a... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: I want the fairy-tale wedding!: 6 of 45
I want it all! I want to feel like Cinderella in her beautiful gown and glass slippers. I want to know that every person there is oh-ing and ah-ing as I walked down the aisle of the church. I want to hunt for months for the perfect white dress and veil. I want the kind of gown that I will keep for my daughter to wear someday.... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Common Baby Ailments The importance of listing questions to ask your child's doctor: 2 of 14
I am a huge fan of lists. I have been making lists for years. Without them, I feel as if I haven't accomplished anything during the day. Without them, I usually forget half of what I need to get from the store or things I needed to do. A list also keeps me organized. I generally do a list every day of things I need to do for ... More..