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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.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Writing: 8 of 464

The Story of a Life I feel the words in my fingers The thoughts ready in my head My pen, ink on its tip. Scribbles away with out end The thoughts of having someone near me Someone who knows A person I might hold dearly And confide all my deepest woes So the story begins, a lady and her companion Each trying to make it right ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A mother's day: 1 of 22

Rocking Chair Trips I rocked 10 miles In my rocking chair today Through laughter and smiles And kissing tears away I must have read the same book A million times To a curly head toddler Who seems to never tier I sang sweet songs Into bright little eyes While pudgy little hands Held my fingers so tight I worried then sighed A...
Education > Homeschooling Should parents without a degree teach homeschool?: 3 of 51

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. A...
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing The benefits of journaling: 9 of 131

With pen and paper in hand we set out on a cloud. We are at peace in a place that is all our own. Life slows down and serenity consumes our being. Aloft in a world where we are free to express anything our heart desires without fear of reprisal. This is the wonderful place that journaling takes us. Journaling is an exercise ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Sad endings: 7 of 64

Love in the Canyons There once was a time When love would flow Like rivers through the canyons And melting snow. It would be so gentle, So sweet, so kind Countless days when You were mine. Time has passed and Love has changed Hearts are ripped and Pride is shamed Tears are shed like Rain from a cloud Memories are passed Thei...
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Chase your dreams: 1 of 8

Life is too short to live in the past, it is better to revel in the present and live as if there is no tomorrow. After all, yesterdays are gone forever and tomorrows bring so much possibility. The most we should bring with from our yesterdays is experience, lessons, and comforting memories. We make tomorrow happen by living ...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to help your toddler develop fine motor skills: 1 of 8

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 tun...
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Fun rainy day craft projects for kids: 2 of 15

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 ...
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: After the funeral: 2 of 12

It had all happened so fast. It still didn't feel real. It was just a dream, wasn't it? I moved, emotionless, through the house. So much to be done, not enough time. We all new she didn't have the full life ahead of her that most other healthy people do. But we took her time for granted. Bins and boxes sat stacked where she ...
Sports & Recreation > Camping How to prepare for a camping trip: 3 of 17

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...