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Life gives us all turns and twists. I'm no different. I've been writing since I was twelve years old and through a few of those turns and twists, I have managed to write a couple of stories that got published.

I love writing. I can't think of another thing

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Creative Writing > Drama Drama: Building a snowman: 1 of 18
Scene:The Sellers household. It is four days before Christmas. The Christmas tree lights twinkle and Christmas music plays in the background. With no other lights on in the living room, Monica Sellers is standing near the window, peeking outside. Her husband Gene walks in.Characters:Gene and Monica SellersErica (Their only da... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Halloween memories: 1 of 13
I was supposed to be in bed. At nine years old, I should have been.The house was dark, save light from the television in the living room. Mom was sitting on the couch, which sat on the opposite side of the dining room wall. Mom always sat at the dining room table, working crossword puzzles or reading while she waited for Dad ... More..
Creative Writing > Drama Drama: Putting up the Christmas tree: 1 of 11
Scene: The living room of the McCall house is full of boxes, packed and ready to move. Evelyn McCall recently lost her husband of fifteen years. She is sitting on the couch crying quietly. Her children are upstairs getting ready for bed even though it is only seven o'clock. It is Christmas Eve and secrets are about to unfold.... More..
Creative Writing > Drama Drama: Death: 1 of 11
Characters:Evelyn McCallJulieNurseEvelyn's twins in incubatorsScene:A hospital neonatal unit. Evelyn McCall is sitting in a rocking chair next to the incubators that hold her two day old twin daughters. It is just before five o'clock in the afternoon and she is expecting her family any moment.Evelyn: (Quietly singing) "Hush a... More..
Relationships & Family > Acquaintances & Co-Workers Healthy acts of kindness: 13 of 127
James M. Barrie wrote, "Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves." A synonymic quote which reflects precisely what a healthy act of kindness means. With the economy in such turmoil, Mr. Barrie's words give rise to circumstances around you today.Healthy acts of kindness can mean helping ... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Family recipes passed down: 4 of 37
Fried ApplesFried apples were always made on special occasions in our home. Holidays for sure and any time we had company. As a child, I remember the fragrance of this dish filling the house. Mouth watering aroma permeated every inch of our home. If we were asleep and Mom was making fried apples, we never stayed in bed long.T... More..
Food & Drink > Dairy & Egg Recipes Recipes: Deviled eggs: 2 of 17
Deviled eggs have been a long time favorite in my family. The two people who made them in my family were my mother and oldest sister. Deviled eggs were requested for every family reunion. Even if we were just gathering at someone's home, deviled eggs were always present.That's what I always thought was so odd about deviled eg... More..
Education > Primary School (Other) Should public schools ban Halloween parties?: 5 of 42
What? Yes, let's ban Halloween Parties. Let's ban, music, art, sports, recess and while we're at it, they should be shackled to their desks from the time they get to school to the time they leave.By all means. Deny these kids a Halloween Party. What have they done to deserve it? They get up early, go to school, work hard, str... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Variations in scone recipes: 2 of 15
I love this recipe for scones. I discovered scones about seven years ago and went searching for a recipe. I made a few but wasn't happy with the outcome so I went to the lady who made the ones I fell in love with.She gave me her recipe and over the years I've changed a couple of things to make it my own.SconesPreheat oven to ... More..
Creative Writing > Drama Drama: Sledding: 1 of 7
Scene: The McCall house is awake and the aroma of hot chocolate fills the living room. It is Christmas morning and the floor of the room is covered in torn wrapping paper.Characters:Evelyn McCall: (Mother of three sons who recently lost her husband)Jimmy McCall: (Age 14 and the oldest of the McCall children)Elliott McCall: (A... More..