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I have been writing since I was ten years old, and have had the continuous need throughout my life to do what I love best: read and write. My ultimate career goal is to immerse myself

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Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Running away: 1 of 20
I ran away from home twice, from two different homes. I never went back to either of those homes, and I do not regret the decision I made to leave.I ran away from my mother's home when I was fourteen years old. I had already been placed in three different temporary foster homes prior to my escape. My mother was a severely aff... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Dark fantasy: 2 of 29
In The Wandering WoodGlory moved along the path between the thick trees, her cloak secured close around her. In her right hand, she carried a picnic basket.It was fast approaching sunset. She had a torch with her in case she needed it, but, not wishing to attract unwanted attention, she left it unlit and stepped carefully alo... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A day at the beach: 14 of 201
The wind blows cold On the East coast today Dark waves roll in, roll out; Gray clouds stack in foreboding Piles above the bay . . . Empty wet sands stretch Into the distance Packed tight, not accepting Impressions of my feet; My windbreaker billows and ripples The welcome chill provides respite From the stifling... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms Do you need a religion to be spiritual?: 5 of 53
No, you do not need to choose a religion to be spiritual. These days, if there isn't a denomination that follows people's particular beliefs, they make one up, build a church, and begin worship. This tells me that religion has gotten way out of hand.All the way back through ancient times, different civilizations and cultures ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms Religion: How not to introduce kids to religion: 1 of 6
There is really no way not to introduce your children to religion. That is to say, if you don't introduce the idea of some kind of faith to your child, rest assured, someone else will.Religion is everywhere. It's in their storybooks, on television cartoons, on the news, in the newspapers. And the biggest problem with religion... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Furnace prices: The highs and lows of buying a furnace: 1 of 5
If you are in the market for a new furnace, here are some hints that may help you to make a decision about what kind of furnace to buy.One of the most important things to know about furnaces is that regardless of the various furnace prices, with respect to construction, all furnaces are the same. There are two or three compan... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms Church: To go or not to go: 18 of 86
The very question whether to go to church or not indicates choice. I believe this is a decision best made by each individual. The answer to this question seems so simple that I feel it barely needs to be written about. It all comes down to this: if you feel you want to go to church by all means, go. If not, then don't. What m... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to choose a pet: 9 of 24
So you've decided that you want a pet. Before you go out and get that dog, cat, bird, or other animal, it's very important that you do some research to find the pet that is right for you.Why? Because pets are living creatures that depend upon you for their survival. As soon as the new pet arrives in your home, it becomes a me... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) HVAC supply: Maintaining your heating equipment: 1 of 2
One of the most important things you can do to keep your heating and cooling systems working efficiently is to make sure they are regularly maintained. Some maintenance practices are basic and can be performed by the average do-it-yourselfer.Among the top heating supplies you can use to maintain your heating equipment are fre... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Emotional relief: 3 of 5
Right now, I want emotional relief. I am angry, disgruntled, and despondent. Poor me. One of my jobs is getting me down.I am an independent contractor for a woman who has been good to me. She owns her own newspaper, which she started and has run, almost singlehandedly, for the past six years. She's a hard-working woman, ambit... More..