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About me - Ashley Sickler

Well this has been a fun year for me! Moved states and states away from where I was living. Went through a divorce. And started a new life. There have been plenty of trials and tribulations... but that just gives me more to write about! And write I do :)

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Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) Is MySpace a safe Internet venue for teens?: 4 of 44

Back in July of 2003, MySpace came into existence. It followed the ranks of Blogger (1999) & Xanga (1998). It is a place to keep up with friends, blog, post pictures and bulletins. It is geared for teens and young adults to pass the time. As with going anywhere on the Internet it is the parent's duty to teach their children ...
Relationships & Family > Friends & Peers (Other) The challenges of maintaining friendships as an introvert: 3 of 18

Some people are just born introverts. And it's sad that as we grow older shy people are regarded and stand-offish and unfriendly. When I was a little girl, 4 or 5 years old, I lived with my grandmother. When there was any noise at the front door, the doorbell or a loud knock, I'd run to the end of the hall turn off my light ...
Travel > Bus & Train Travel How to make that long bus ride more comfortable: 1 of 5

Travelling by bus may be a cheaper experience than a plane ride, but it is certainly not more comfortable. So to try to make it a better experience I'd suggest the following ideas. 1) Bring a small neck pillow. It's certainly no fun to travel with a cramped neck. Not to mention getting rest will be easier, and if you're on t...
Entertainment > Characters & Performances Top 10 Johnny Depp characters: 4 of 18

Since the very first time I watched Edward Scissorhands as a child I knew there was something special about this actor. Johnny Depp has such passion and brilliance. With all the characters he has taken on he has become them for the movie-goer. Out of his 40+ movie roles it is hard to narrow it down to 10, which just shows ho...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: The alphabet: 7 of 31

Alphabetical Romance A - Aspirations B - Being you C - Candlelit dinners D - Dancing in the moonlight E - Evenings in F - Fireflies danicing in your hair G - Good nights and Great mornings H - Holding Hands I - I love yous whispered J - Just the two of us K - Kisses L - Little noises M - Making Memories N - Nuzzles O - Open ...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Styles (Other) Bedtime strategies: Getting the kids to bed on time for a healthy night's sleep: 5 of 18

Are you one of those parents that finds yourself struggling with your children and bedtime? Young kids will come up with several reasons why they should stay up longer. "But Mommy, this show is amazing!" "Daddy, I'm not tired." Maybe they ask you to read them one more story. Or after playing with their food at dinner; h...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: I long for you: 121 of 328

Your softness I remember Your scent I inhale Your eyes they caressed me When night feel Now I feel lost I feel all alone The moment I knew That you were now gone So young were we So tender and sprite Why were you taken? Your spirit took flight Now I'm left here with a memory Holding your favorite sweater, blue Too short our ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Icicles: 21 of 50

Glistening like a fairy's wand Some short; some long Icy to the finger tips Cold to the child's curious lips A winter treat to be sure Nature's fresh ice so pure An icicle! That's what it is! Here, bundled up friend Have some of this Before you run off to go play inside Before you hop on your bikes and ride Enjoy a taste of ...
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Depression: 5 of 10

He had nothing but the very thing I wanted in the world. Our son, our beautiful son. And after all those months of feeling like the walking dead I had escaped. But I had escaped without the thing I love most. He's beautiful blue eyes, his voice when he'd call me, "Mommy" and smile contentedly. I knew from the moment I heard ...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories How to buy the first shoes for your baby: 4 of 8

Recently for my son's first birthday we took the plunge to buy his first pair of sneakers. Before he had some cute shoes, but now that he's starting to try and walk I wanted something with real stability. I was very excited about my little boy growing up. I think the shoes children learn to walk in are just about the most im...