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I am a person for whom the love of writing has been a long set-aside hobby. After years of raising, teaching and marrying off my children, I am ready to pick up the pen again, and having been impressed with Helium as a medium, I decide to join present company.

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Raising daughters: 16 of 35
Girls hold a very special place in my heart. My husband and I have been blessed with four of them. Although I have been 'raising' them for 28 years now, I know there is so much more for me to learn. But, overall, this has been an exciting experience.Our first and second daughters are thirteen and a half months apart. Our seco... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Bonding The complexities of the mother-daughter relationship: 9 of 17
"Do I have to do ALL this work?" she asked, as she stood with her fists on her hips. Wearing her little white karate pajamas, a frown wrinkling her once-smooth brow, brown hair in ringlets framing her face, she stood frowning up at me with her big brown eyes. Grown were the dimples that normally surrounded her big, white smil... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Bonding Things a father should do with his daughter during her growing up years: 6 of 11
There are many things a father should do with his daughters as they grow up. The most important thing he can and should do is show them, by word and deed, that they will always be safe in his care. They need to know he will not display any type of inappropriate behavior that would harm them physically, or scar them emotionall... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Wild & free: 90 of 152
Cozy and warm in my soft bed I layWaiting patiently for the light of day. Just a little more water, my need to soothe, I stretch my body so strong and smooth.Sunbeams beacon, I raise my head;Such brightness and glory all golden orange-red.One wild flower on this hill todayWild and free in the gentle breeze I play. More..
Education > Homeschooling Homeschooling: Tips for organizing the school day: 3 of 5
Whether you are a perfectionist or not an organized school day is not only a possibility but also a very beneficial use of your time. Once the preliminaries such as selecting and purchasing your curriculum and setting up the area of study that best suits your family are complete, you can begin your daily preparations in earne... More..
Education > Homeschooling Tips for creating a home classroom: 7 of 7
Creating a classroom in your home can be a fun and exciting endeavor. You can either set the room up as a family project, or do it by yourself. To begin with, choose a room that has plenty of light. Whether there is ample window space or not there will be times when you will need good overhead lighting. If this is not possib... More..
Education > Homeschooling How home schooling moms can create and keep a positive school environment: 4 of 4
Since attitude is 99% of many problems, it is imperative that the instructor and the student make a conscious effort to keep a positive outlook in the classroom. In most cases, the Home School instructor is 'Mom'. Typically, she carries the biggest load in the home. This is very time-consuming and very tiring. Therefore, the... More..
Relationships & Family > Dealing with Problem People What to do when mother-in-law hands you an ultimatum: 3 of 3
Oh my goodness. This could get very sticky, very fast. It must be noted that it depends entirely upon the mother-in-law, as well as the ultimatum. Should the ultimatum be of such a nature that it would harm your family in any way, you need to seek help. You may need a lawyer, police officer, or counselor. You and your spouse ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Dispelling misconceptions about preacher's kids: 2 of 2
"Preacher's kids are supposed to be perfect, sit still in church, clean up after the rest of us, and do whatever we say they have to do whenever we say they have to do it. Plus, it is our responsibility to discipline them whenever we see fit". Can you imagine having to grow up under such an assumption? Yet, twenty three years... More..