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Whenever I write an "about me" section, it always ends up sounding like a personals ad. "Single mom of two, loves music and comedy, long-winded, prone to Seasonal Affective Disorder, searching for someone with whom to share Cold Stone ice cream during the

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Heroes: 1 of 77
You fought the fight for so many yearsJumped the hurdles and faced your fearsYou lived a life to be reviewed with prideStayed the course and took it in strideYou tried to veil your strength with humilityBut became the ideal illustration of stabilityYou did so many things I wished I could doI couldn't hide my admiration for yo... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Making choices: 1 of 75
NIGHTAs she pushed open the door from the hotel lobby and stepped into the night air, she suddenly felt alien in the city she'd called home for so many years. She glanced around furtively and hesitated, almost giving in to the urge to return to the comfort of her room. But she knew what she had to do, why she'd returned to th... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love unrequited: 12 of 399
I'm sorry that I think of you every moment I'm awakeI'm sorry when I see your face it makes my wounded heart acheI'm sorry that my lips burn, longing to speak your nameBut most of all I'm sorry that you don't feel the sameI'm sorry that I dream of you at night when I'm asleepI'm sorry I didn't maintain my strength those times... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Ecstasy: 1 of 28
You are my heartbeat you keep me aliveIf not for your passion I wouldn't surviveA touch from you is what I craveI've committed myself as forever your slaveMy heart is hollow without your desireJust a passionate kiss is all I requireBut that one mere kiss sparks a growing flameTouch me again and then whisper my nameTake me ove... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Good friends: 1 of 27
It's said that all good things must endBut rough times conclude as well, my friendJust hold on and it won't be longThen you'll be hearing a brighter songTake my advice, I've been there beforeYou'll only feel worse if you close the doorTalk to me don't shut me outEveryone goes through times of doubtI'm here to help you be your... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: What I'm thankful for: 2 of 53
Being broke when there are bills to pay Family gatherings for the holiday Friends who so easily betrayed my trust Pepperoni pizza with a crispy crust Mistakes I've made in relationships Laughing with my sisters on vacation trips Times I didn't heed a warning Sleeping late on a Saturday morning Stupid things I've said and ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Survivors: 1 of 23
I saw it happen right before my eyes,A loud noise, then darkness, a few short cries.I didn't realize how much things had changed,Unaware that my whole world had been rearranged.Looking back now on that terrifying scene,I still can't believe I made it out clean.Bruises, broken bones, it all seems so smallCompared to those who ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Thanksgiving Day football: 1 of 17
The Thanksgiving meal is over and the food is in the fridge. The Aunts are in the dining room dealing up a game of bridge. Brother is in his bedroom playing games on his Playstation. Mother, still washing dishes, is dreaming of relaxing on vacation. Grandpa sat down on the couch and wasted no time dozing off. Dad's nap in the... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Leaving: 4 of 56
It hits me out of nowhereI see you in my headRemember things we've done togetherAnd hear the words you've saidThe pain goes searing through my heartAnd leaves nothing but an empty shellI know I'm still a mortal upon earthYet I'm living in my own little hellI realize our days are numberedI know that we must soon partI'll be ta... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: The turkey's perspective on Thanksgiving: 2 of 28
"Dad! Dad!" The turkey poult squawked, "Will you tell us a story before bedtime?" "Don't I always tell you a story before bedtime, Tommy?" Father Turkey replied. "Yeah, but we're getting too old for Mother Goose stories," Tommy said. "Besides, we're turkeys," Timmy chimed in. "We don't want to hear goose stories, we want to h... More..