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I'm a pushing 50 creative writer and songwriter. I began writing songs and short stories when I was a young pre-teen, but nothing from that era is really worth thinking about. I've written for newsletter, local papers, and other local venues, but have not

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Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance Tips to speed up a slow computer: 1 of 20
With today's multi-core, multi-gigahertz computers, we should be able to expect our speed demons to act like, well, speed demons. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. Our computers, either brand new out of the box, or after a period of use, can begin to seem like tortoises instead of hares.Windows Vista, Microsoft's new... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips How to choose a computer: 4 of 35
So you're going to buy a new computer. Congratulations! Your new computer will give you years of enjoyment and productivity, and, used correctly, will allow you to do things that you never dreamed you could do.There are some questions, however, that you want to ask yourself before buying that new toy. These questions, and the... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay Men Is being gay a gift from God?: 1 of 7
Recently, on Oprah's widely viewed show, two Christian ministers declared that being gay is "a gift from God." It almost goes without saying that these statements set Internet discussion boards on fire, with many conservative Christians quite angry about the statements.Regardless of one's religious leanings, it's an important... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Effective preaching techniques: 1 of 6
One of my seminary professors had a favorite line that had a profound effect on my own preaching during my time as a pastor. He said "If you preach over the people's heads, it doesn't show you have superior firepower. It shows you have poor aim." How true! One of the most important lessons a preacher must learn is how to effe... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Don't give up: 6 of 29
One Day CloserCHORUSI'm one day closer to victory now.This battle is almost over.I'm one day closer to victory now.Then I was the day before.(REPEAT)Trials are part of the cycle of life.They come to us all, that's true.But just as sure as a trial comes,There's hope and victory too.Trials can bring a person joy,When friends an... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Inspirational: 13 of 62
Although this was written as a gospel song, the truth remains the same for all, regardless of one's spiritual beliefs; Even though life has trials and troubles, when we finally overcome those trials and reach the end of our journey (or is it a new beginning?); When we reach the top of the mountain and look back into the valle... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) How to use video game emulators to run Super Nintendo games on your PC: 1 of 4
In spite of all the modern, flashy games available today, sometimes there's nothing better than to take a trip down memory lane and play the games of yesteryear. An example would be the games that played on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. No, they didn't have the graphical shock and awe of today's 3-D games, but they... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance The importance of maintaining your computer: 2 of 7
The modern PC is a wonder of technology, allowing users to do just about anything they want, from simple web browsing, to realistic 3-D games, and even sophisticated video editing. And the speed at which these machines will do the work, or the play, is simply miraculous compared to the ancient days of the first personal compu... More..
Health & Fitness > Addiction The mental pain associated with living with an addict: 2 of 7
Hello. My name is Don, and I am an addict. This is my first hand account of what ten years of living with an addict is like. If I were to include all the details, this would be a much longer account, so I'm going to just touch on the highlights or more accurately, the low points. Although I have a degree in Substance Abuse Co... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Would Jesus be allowed to preach in the church today: 6 of 18
A little more than 2000 years ago, a man walked on the face of this planet. He came to teach a radical message, a message that took what the orthodox religious leaders of his day were teaching, and turned it upside down. They preached Law. He preached love. They preached intolerance. He preached tolerance. They preached givin... More..