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I've been writing for years, in one way or another. I love writing stories as much as I love telling them. It's just amazing when the words just flow right out of you. It's fun, effortless, and exciting all rolled in to one!

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: House cleaning: 5 of 30
I am starting my day with a very heavy sigh. I neeeeeed to clean my house. Cleaning my house is my most undesirable chore. I'm exhausted just thinking about doing it. Surely it will take me four days to mop the floor, two days to clean the bathroom and close to a week just to dust. What do I do first...dust the bookcases, cle... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Pet ownership in an economic recession: 17 of 35
Free to good home: 2 year old male and 4 year old female, house trained and very playful. We can no longer care for our kids, we need to feed the dog.Can you imagine? Surely you think of Rover and Spot as part of your family. When money is tight we all have to make choices. Is letting go of your family members one by one the ... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to overcome the loss of a pet: 16 of 32
Last summer, one of my Cocker Spaniels, Mavis, passed away. I'm sure you can understand I was just devastated. My brain kept telling me how blessed I was to have had her for seventeen years while my heart was filled with sadness. A member of my family passed away and I could not stop sobbing. I knew I had to do something to m... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Effective merchandising: 3 of 6
There are many guidelines when it comes to general merchandising as it can take many turns. Two of these turns are determined by what type of selling environment you are in and what are you selling. You also need to remember your merchandising is a reflection of you and who you want to attract to your business.What are you se... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Tips for caring for an older dog: 2 of 4
Let's face it, we are all getting older every day. I know what I see in the mirror, but how about what I see in my dog? She has slowed down on our walks, we don't go as far as we used to , and she has that same hitch in her left hip as I do. Sound familiar? It's just as important to make changes to our pets lifestyles as they... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills How a person's handshake determines their personality: 1 of 2
When you introduce yourself to someone you are making a first impression. So is your handshake. Your handshake has just determined who you are to your new boss, neighbor, or future father-in-law. What does your handshake say about you? Are you a good match for the job, are you friendly, or are you really the man I want my dau... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Finding a dog sitter in your area: 1 of 1
Planning a vacation or just working long hours? What about your pets? Are you going to ask the neighbors or your mom to care for them? How about a professional pet sitter? Well, the best reason to hire a professional pet sitter is your pets can stay in their own environment-be with their own stuff, own smells, and limited cha... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The day love died: 10 of 15
The day love diedWe were side by sideI triedYou liedThe day love diedI cried and criedI just stayed insideThe day loved died More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Psychology What is your dog thinking about?: 33 of 44
A group of us were having coffee the other day and started telling stories about some of the funny things our pets do. We were all laughing when our waitress said, "don't you ever wonder what they think about?" Yeaaah! Then one of the girls started telling us about her session with an animal communicator. What? Someone had a ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Tips for a happy Valentine's Day: 12 of 12
Just a reminder...February 14th is Valentine's Day! It's on the same date every year-not like Thanksgiving or Easter. However, it is amazing how many people seem to forget this special day. I don't know how-you can't even walk into a a grocery store, drug store or restaurant without seeing some kind of red-hearted merchandise... More..