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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Grief: 2 of 120
SelfishI'm selfish in my grief.They saythat I should tuck it far awayand blunt the anguish in my soulwith fancy words and casserolesand talk of games and ceiling fansand will it rain and future plansand carry on and on and on ...but wretched tears still greet the dawnof brave new daynow that you're gone.I'm selfish in my grie... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Training & Riding Bareback horse riding: 1 of 50
There's nothing like flying bareback, to truly taste the wind.Learning bareback will make you a better rider. Your confidence and skill increase. Freed from dependence on the saddle, your body tunes to the rhythm of the horse. Like dancers, you flow together and move as one, and your unspoken dialogue is a celebration of life... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Portrait photography 101: 1 of 16
A portrait is a treasured family memory. These days, the basics of portrait photography are a snap! The photo studio can range from professional setup, to the average living room.Studio Equipment:One or more light sources.A white umbrella or reflector board, to bounce light and minimize shadows.Tripod or stable surface (optio... More..
Pets & Animals > Horses (Other) Understanding the prey-vs.-predator relationship in the mind of the horse: 1 of 14
Fifty thousand years ago, Cro-Magnon man hunted the horse for meat. Lions and other predators stalked herds for food. In the wild, quick reflexes and the urge to flee were essential for self-preservation.The psychology of horses centers on survival. A prey animal views the world with suspicion, knowing that everything in it w... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game reviews: Saqqarah: 1 of 10
The Ancient Quest of Saqqarah, by Codeminion Rating: 5/5 Deep beneath the sands of Egypt, an ancient evil awaits. Solve puzzles, get keys and unlock new levels to stop Seth, the Lord of Chaos, from conquering the world. With seven temples to explore, and over 500 levels of gameplay, the Ancient Quest of Saqqarah keeps up the... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game reviews: Osmos, by Hemisphere Games: 1 of 9
Rating 5/5 Osmos is a physics-based game that applies Isaac Newton's Third Law of Motion: "For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction." You are a shimmering blue mote, adrift in a tranquil blobiverse. Serene music floats through the cosmic game field. Other motes move around you. Absorb smaller motes ... More..
Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing Tips on maintaining your self-esteem when confronted with job loss and the recession: 2 of 17
Anxiety about money or the future puts a lot of stress on families and individuals. Once negative feelings take hold, it's easy to get overwhelmed. We depend on our income to take care of our needs and to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle. We naturally fear loss. In fact, the human mind reacts twice as strongly to ... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) How to survive (even thrive) in difficult economic times: 8 of 64
How to Survive and Thrive in Difficult Economic TimesIn a tough economy, do you tighten your belt, clip coupons and gaze wistfully at things you can't have? Scrimping may stretch a dollar, but to beat the economic crunch, find ways to make your money work for you.1. Understand your Finances.Make a budget to identify wasted sp... More..
Personal Finance > Mortgages & Home Loans How to qualify for a low-interest mortgage: 1 of 8
A low interest rate lets you save money on mortgage payments. To qualify for a low-interest mortgage, there are several things you can do. 1. Improve Your Credit Score Before negotiating a mortgage, get a credit report. A credit report contains your credit history, payment history, and credit score. Annualcreditreport.... More..
Arts & Humanities > Theater & Drama How to write a musical: 1 of 7
Here's how I wrote mine.My partner and I were in a Valentine's Day show, in 2007. He's a musician/entertainer, and I had a small acting part. The show was trouble from the start. At the last minute, organizers canceled the whole production.We were on edge that Valentine's Day, with lots of energy and nowhere to put it. We gru... More..