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Donna Marie Gray is a New Englander by birth, born and raised in Weymouth, MA. After graduating high school, she attended college in Boston, MA. She transplanted to Virginia Beach, VA in the late 70s. Donna is married with children and grandchildren and has

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Insanity: 6 of 189

Sheila, Poor Sheila... She Died From out of the blue Sheila came, intending to stake out her claim; She arrived in a van, latched on to the man, She thought she could easily tame. Their affair went quite well for awhile 'Til she put on the pressure with style; He was caught in the middle, and little by little, His nature bec...
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Self reflection: 3 of 75

LIFES LITTLE LESSONS TO KEEP IN A BOX: Things I have learned through trial and error As we reach maturity we have experienced much of life's trials and tribulations and, hopefully, have learned something from them. After age 65, there is probably not much we haven't seen or done, and perhaps one or two things of which we hav...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Toddler leashes: Good or bad idea?: 1 of 20

For a small child who is able to walk, using a toddler leash is a very good idea. Often toddlers want to explore while out with a parent. This gives them the ability to walk along without one arm being tugged on to keep the child in tow. Having a stroller handy is a good idea for when the child gets tired. But, the idea of s...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Do unto others: 9 of 140

REMEMBER ME What is it we are seeking As we make our way on earth? Is it really fame and fortune That determines what we're worth? Having wealth and recognition May meet our earthly needs, But when we step beyond this plain We are judged upon our deeds. Approach life with compassion, Share the joy as well as pain; For the va...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Adoption Is giving up a child for adoption giving or selfish?: 3 of 43

Adoption of a baby can be the most sensitive issue faced by parents, both the birth parent and the adoptive parent. But for the baby, it can mean the difference between a life of love and caring, or abuse and anger. It depends partly on the birth parent and their reason for placing their baby up for adoption.. In most cases,...
Entertainment > Entertainment (Other) Top ways to be entertained: 1 of 10

NOW WHAT DO I DO FOR ENTERTAINMENT? After having browsed the Community Board for the Entertainment postings, I found that most of the comments were about various television shows. One was about a trip to an amusement park which stirred much debate, but basically, everybody sits home in front of T.V. and "that's life". This p...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Teens Should parents buy a teen's first car?: 1 of 10

I don't believe it is a requirement of being a parent to purchase their teens first car. There may be certain circumstances in which the parent feels obligated to do so, such as their being an affluent family and have always indulged the child's every whim. In this instance, the child is already accustomed to being handed ev...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: The most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you: 28 of 278

I seem to be one of those people who are always having disasterous moments. It's difficult to pick one, but the most recent two are the best I can offer. #1 Moment: My husband and I took our grandson to Chincoteague to see the ponies. Shortly after arriving there I needed to use a restroom. Unfortunately the only available t...
Relationships & Family > Love & Relationships How much detail of your past relationships should you tell your partner?: 1 of 9

Excluding some horrific incident that may have occurred in a past relationship, why would anyone want to bare all past indiscretions on the one person with whom they hope to spend the rest of their life? And, if this horrific experience seems to be a pattern in one's choice of partners in the past, is it wise to divulge that...
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Is perpetuating the myth of Santa Claus good for children?: 5 of 40

Absolutely yes! It is one of the last things left to young children in a world where they seem to be forced to grow up way too fast! How cruel to yank away Santa Claus, along with the Easter Bunny and the tooth fairy. I am a mother and a grandmother. I raised three children who were thrilled to watch the younger child who st...