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I am a passionate and sentimental person. I love nature, hikes, camping and all things relating there-to. My children and my God are central to my life and all that I do.

When I am not busy with things related to my children I enjoy spending time with my husband,

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Education > Homeschooling Should parents without a degree teach homeschool?: 1 of 53
Should parents have a degree to home school their children? They didn't require one prior to the early 1900s even in public schools. Ironically, statistics show that children were better educated prior to legislation requiring credentials. Not only were children more literate and intelligent, they were also better behaved. Al... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A mother's day: 1 of 25
Rocking Chair TripsI rocked 10 milesIn my rocking chair todayThrough laughter and smilesAnd kissing tears awayI must have read the same bookA million timesTo a curly head toddlerWho seems to never tierI sang sweet songsInto bright little eyesWhile pudgy little handsHeld my fingers so tightI worried then sighedAnd happily remi... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Politics: 11 of 159
Dear Mr. Senator,I look at everything that is happeningIn the world going wrong todayI wonder why it must be that when our babies diethe murders only get 10 to 20I try hard not to cryWhen the ball hits homeThe politicians only scream across islesNothing is done, all order is goneWhat are we to do in the world of today,When ou... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to help your toddler develop fine motor skills: 1 of 12
Fine motor skills are an important part of development and school readiness. Without them a child will have difficulty writing and manipulating materials needed to perform academics. We spend the first few years of their lives working towards and celebrating in their mastery of gross motor skills. Now, it is time to fine tune... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Fun rainy day craft projects for kids: 2 of 22
While it is said that children learn through play (and it is true) they also learn through crafting. Both fine and gross motor skills are advanced through art and craft projects. Even as a child matures and has mastered the basic motor milestones, the mind benefits from continued creativity. As the forces of nature keep you c... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Writing: 47 of 505
The Story of a LifeI feel the words in my fingersThe thoughts ready in my headMy pen, ink on its tip.Scribbles away with out endThe thoughts of having someone near meSomeone who knowsA person I might hold dearlyAnd confide all my deepest woesSo the story begins, a lady and her companionEach trying to make it rightMy pen scrib... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Sad endings: 7 of 58
Love in the CanyonsThere once was a timeWhen love would flowLike rivers through the canyonsAnd melting snow.It would be so gentle,So sweet, so kindCountless days whenYou were mine.Time has passed andLove has changedHearts are ripped andPride is shamedTears are shed likeRain from a cloudMemories are passedTheir meanings unboun... More..
Relationships & Family > Marital Conflicts How to know if the marriage is over: 3 of 23
I have survived a divorce and am currently happy in a 10 year (re)marriage. My ideas on a successful marriage are largely based in my faith. But whether a person practices a faith based marriage or not, one sure-fire sign that a marriage is approaching burial point is when BOTH parties have decided they no longer want to try.... More..
Sports & Recreation > Camping How to prepare for a camping trip: 3 of 20
To get ready for camping trips, you must first dust off your sense of adventure! Once you have that intact, you can refer to the following list of essentials. To keep track of things as you pack, it may be best to have an area designated to collect all the camping gear.1st is the tent or camper of your choice. Be sure it is c... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Do the Gloucester, Massachusetts, school officials share any blame for the 17 teen girls who allegedly made a "pregnancy pact"?: 1 of 6
Most have heard of the phrase "It takes a village to raise a child". We may be far past the days of traditional villages, but the concept is still as true as ever.Society is a fluid concept; ever moving, ever changing. Some parents step up to the plate and take responsibility for weaving the moral thread that their offspring ... More..