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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 18

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 n...
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Inspirational: 8 of 54

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 vall...
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Don't give up: 5 of 27

One Day Closer CHORUS I'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, Wh...
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance How to change the display settings in Windows Vista: 1 of 5

Computer monitors have come a long way since the early 1980's when all we had were small, one color screens that could barely display text, let alone graphics. Today, our monitor allows us to watch videos, view our photo collections, play realistic games, and many other graphics related tasks. Sometimes, however, the element...
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Effective preaching techniques: 1 of 5

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 eff...
Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips How to choose a computer: 8 of 32

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 t...
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 the...
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Would Jesus be allowed to preach in the church today: 5 of 16

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 givi...
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Tips & Tricks How to use emulators to play Nintendo 64 games on your PC: 2 of 6

Even with all the latest and greatest games available today for the PC, sometimes there is nothing more fun than a little retro gaming. A great way of getting your retro fix can be to play Nintendo 64 games on your PC! An emulator can help you do this. What is an emulator? An emulator is a piece of software which "emulates",...
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Do you believe God grants blessings?: 1 of 3

Does God grant blessings? Many believe God does. Many will present testimonies about times when God granted them blessings, and many more will point to Biblical stories of the blessings God has granted. These testimonies and Biblical stories are all well and good, but, in looking at the question of whether or not God grants ...