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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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Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies What you'd do if you were president: 7 of 64
I am sitting behind my desk at the White House and the countdown begins, with the cameras ready to roll for my first State of the Union Address. I feel the entire weight of the world on my shoulders as I contemplate the changes I am about to make that will affect the country as a whole. My fellow Americans..... It is with he... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Sad goodbyes: 6 of 53
There once was a poet, "Obscurity" was her name. She didn't want medals, money or fame. She wanted what we all want, that elusive dream, She desired to be loved, you know what I mean. Someone to hold her and let it be known, That someone cared and was theirs alone. But alas, that was not to be for our friend, the poet, "Obsc... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: What my dog means to me: 49 of 428
I have always been a cat person, so when my husband suggested that we get a dog, I was a little apprehensive. Growing up as a child we did have a Basenji which is an African breed that doesn't bark, but that was the only dog that we had ever had. My husband decided that he wanted an Akita and checked with several breeders. A... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Animal humor: 8 of 68
On a warm day in early fall while bustling about the kitchen, a noise in the basement stopped me in my tracks. Knowing I was alone in the house, the sound startled me. Listening intently I heard it again - a scurrying of claws on wood running beneath my feet - away towards the far wall of the house. Now, what on earth could ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Have we gone too far with environmentalism?: 1 of 8
The following are some examples of why we have not gone too far with environmentalism: The Ozone Layer now has a hole in it the size of the United States according to NASA and the man-made causes are: CFC's, ammonia, methane and other noxious waste; including radioactivity. Radioactive waste, from the 50's - 70's was confine... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Death Penalty Why capital punishment is not a deterrent: 1 of 8
Capital punishment is not a deterrent because all the states that have the death penalty don't institute the punishment quickly enough. Yes, there should be a time frame for the criminals to exhaust all their appeals, however, sitting on Death Row for 20 years at the tax payers expense is no deterrent. In bygone eras, if you... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles Why do women cry?: 3 of 23
The act of crying is a reaction to an emotion as yelling is to anger. There are many reasons why women cry, and the list is infinite. Tears aren't just for cleaning the eyes of debris or when you are cutting an onion; they are good for the body and soul. Women are more emotional than their counterparts, therefore, they are m... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Battered women: 4 of 30
The following story is a true incident and may be disturbing to some who read it. I want the reader to understand that this happens to women every second of every day and how it affects their lives. Can you picture being brutalized for 17 1/2 years in every way possible, ie; physically, mentally and sexually? That was my lif... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) What to do if you win the lottery: 5 of 37
You've been playing the same stupid numbers for ever and spent a fortune so far doing it, and just when you're about to throw in the towel and say, 'that's it' - you've got a winning ticket. After quadruple checking the numbers and your blood pressure and swearing the convenience store clerk to secrecy on pain of death, now ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation Will there be wars over the ownership of water?: 7 of 50
Author Robert Fuller said it best, "We never know the wealth of water, til the well is dry." That statement was made in 1732 when there was no water crisis. Was this man a visionary or did he just understand man's capability to destroy and consume? We are at a crossroads in history where the populace at large will have to ma... More..