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I have written poetry for years and have several published in the International Library of Poetry, Noble House, the International Society of Poets and won several Editors Choice awards, statues and medals. My poems may be viewed at Poetry.com, Writers-Network.com.

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Adventure: 91 of 183
Imagine winning a trip to Las Vegas! Something I've always wanted to do. Three of my daughters and I pooled our resources, packed up, and climbed into Sue-z's Ford Escort. With snorts and stops, we were finally on our way rolling across Nebraska and into Wyoming. It felt good to leave cares and worries behind for a few days.M... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How to conserve energy at home during the summer: 7 of 14
Conserving energy at anytime is a good idea for both your wallet and the environment but it seems that the utility bills are at their highest in the summer. Common sense would dictate that as spring rolls into summer, it is a good idea to assess your home from top to bottom with regard to any issues that may need to be addres... More..
Sciences > Ecology & Environment Could humans survive with no vegetation on earth?: 3 of 6
The year is 2050 and the remaining population of the world lives under shatter-proof glass domes. Due to massive deforestation and environmental damage done in the early part of the 21st century, vegetation was destroyed except for a few plants and trees that were saved by an ecological organization. Whether the damage was do... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies The benefits of vinegar: 2 of 4
Vinegar (which literally means 'sour wine') has been around for thousands of years. It is created when wine or another alcoholic liquid is allowed to ferment a second time, turning it acetic. Its acetic quality enables it to kill bacteria (99%), mold (82%) and germs (80%), while being safe enough not to harm the body or the e... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: The canyon: 1 of 1
My daughters, Helen, Sherry, Sue-z and I had never seen the Grand Canyon before, so we decided that would be our vacation destination. As we left Nebraska, our first scheduled stop was Wolf Creek Pass. My girls took one look at the mountain peak ahead and in chorus said, "I'm not driving." My oldest daughter, Helen (who lost ... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Facts & Resources Why albino deer are unique: 1 of 1
For centuries, there were only whispers written down in the European explorers journals, about a ghost in the forest. An apparition that floated among the trees and would disappear in a second, perceived glance by man. Native Americans held these ghostly visages as sacred and gave them 'spirit' status. What is this visage th... More..
Sciences > Water & Oceanography How do individual conservation efforts affect worldwide availability of drinking water?: 11 of 21
If you are asking yourself, "I'm just one person, how could I possibly make a difference?" The answer is in everything you do on a daily basis. Your routine has been so ingrained and automatic, that you do not cognitively recognize your pattern of behavior. Several resources could be cited, listed and reiterated, however, com... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Learning to drive: 27 of 49
I was eleven years old when my Dad decided it was time for me to learn how to ride/drive a motorcycle. I was the oldest female of six children, but in Dad's eyes, it didn't make any difference as to what gender you were; it was time to learn. I was about 5'7" tall and 115 pounds sopping wet when Dad wanted me to straddle a 65... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Pet sitter or boarding kennel: Who should care for your pet while you're away?: 9 of 16
For the majority of pet owners, using a kennel is the safest route to take. Not only is your loved one in a controlled environment, but if the pet should become ill, the facility has the ability to bring in a vet if necessary. He/she has other animals to cohabitate with so they don't become lonely and you know that if anythin... More..
Sciences > Sociology What would the world be like with 2 billion people?: 3 of 5
It is estimated that the magic number of 2 billion people was during 1930. Taking into consideraton that we had just finished one world war and was about to enter another one, it's no wonder that it took until 1959 to reach 3 billion. Considering the strife at the time, they did not have to deal with Aids, greenhouse gases, p... More..