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I am a writer, songwriter, singer, musician, playright, poet, dreamer, guitarist and pianist. I have worn each of these hats throughout various phases of my life, and I am proud to say that from all the experiences I have had, I am the person you are reading

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Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Is Britney Spears a danger to her children?: 1 of 20
There has been a lot of controversy surrounding Britney's plunge into parenthood and the resulting effects that's had on both her and her children. The media has had a field day with it, doing their very best to catch Britney in every possible "inappropriate" parenting moment. But is Britney Spears really a threat to her chil... More..
Entertainment > Music Education You don't have to be a natural to learn the basics of music: 1 of 17
I have been a musician my entire life. As a child, I was encouraged by my parents to study music at an early age. Piano lessons were mandatory in my house. By the time I started kindergarten, I had already been in lessons for a year. I was fortunate that music came easily to me, and though I didn't put anywhere near the effor... More..
Entertainment > Movie Remakes & Adaptations Movie remakes: Comparing the original Halloween with the 2007 Halloween: 1 of 15
When John Carpenter's "Halloween" hit theaters in 1977, it unknowingly set the standard for a genre of slasher/monster movies that would span more than two decades. Its premise was exceedingly simple. A psychologically upset boy gets incarcerated in a mental institution after murdering his older sister on Halloween night. As ... More..
Autos > Cars First car memories: 4 of 59
There are moments in life that you always remember. For me, these moments are landmarks that stand out clearly in my memory. One such memory was the day I purchased my first car. Now while many might question whether such an event ranks at the same level as your wedding day or the birth of your children, there is no doubt tha... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality A sex only relationship: 3 of 27
In any relationship, sex is most certainly one of the most powerful connections any two people can share. As a purely physical experience, the culmination of sexual release can elevate a person to a level of self gratification that is unrivaled by anything else. When combined with the emotional attachment, that level is incre... More..
Entertainment > Music Education Learning guitar: 3 of 24
So you want to learn to play the guitar? As a guitarist and professional guitar teacher, I can tell you that the guitar is probably one of the most enjoyable instruments anyone could choose to learn to play. The guitar is an extremely social instrument, and while learning the guitar does require a reasonable amount of patienc... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry Anniversary rings: Renew your commitment with an anniversary band: 1 of 8
Nothing commemorates the lasting love shared between two people better than the gift of an anniversary band. Choosing a ring with an appropriate setting is essential, as various stones represent a comprehensive array of special meanings. Certain stones can represent anything from heartfelt emotions to outward expressions of l... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Economy Should we eliminate the penny?: 3 of 23
Today's economy is no longer one that utilizes paper/metal currency as it's primary means of monetary exchange. While the exchange of money has not yet been eliminated, we are in an economy that is moving towards the expedience of using check and bank cards, which allow for the virtual transfer of funds to pay for the goods a... More..
Entertainment > Movie Characters & Performances Who would win in a lightsaber duel: Darth Vader or Darth Maul?: 5 of 38
From the very first moment Darth Vader appeared on the silver screen in the original 1977 installment of "Star Wars: A New Hope", there was no question that his character was a villan that would rival any that came before him. For generations, Darth Vader has been the iconic "bad guy", transcending genres as the epitome of da... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: How a celebrity changed my life: 2 of 14
Because of a certain, very well known country singer celebrity, my life was changed in about as many ways as a life can be changed.I was a teenager when it first happened. It was the summer before my junior year of high school. A good friend of mine would pick me up each morning in his little Chevy Vega Station Wagon to drive... More..