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I am a pastor and freelance writer for a national and international publication. I am enjoying life as a grandpa.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Snakes: 5 of 60
Snakes in the form of slithery creatures Move over the earth with reptilian features. They crawl, and they wind through the terrain Until and unless they are threatened by rain. Into a hole or den or nest They slither in to hide with the rest. Snakes in a ball can be quite the sight But they're dangerous still in the day or ... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Tips for traveling with friends: 1 of 12
You and your friends have decided that it is time for an adventure. Whether it is a road trip or an extravagant vacation, traveling with friends is always a risk. If you have never traveled with these friends, it could be your worst nightmare if you some rules are not established ahead of time. If the friends start the trip ... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety How to safely fix a flat tire on the side of the highway: 1 of 12
Safely fixing a flat on the side of the highway depends on the type of highway you are traveling. Fixing a flat on the interstate is a lot different that fixing a flat on the side of a curvy state highway. Every highway worker can relate to the hazards in either instance. When you realize that you have a flat tire, you need ... More..
Education > Graduate Studies What is a master's degree?: 1 of 12
In a society where more and more people are completing their bachelor's degree, the master's degree becomes the extra clout many need to take the next step up the career ladder. A master's degree is for today what a high school diploma was in the 50's and a bachelor's degree was in the 70's. It's the difference maker between... More..
Home & Garden > Lawn The correct height to cut your lawn: 1 of 12
Mowing the grass for most people is either the worst chore or the best summer hobby. The right height to cut the lawn depends on four factors. The first of which is the easiest to determine. What do you want your lawn to look like? Do you prefer that taller almost leaning over look to your grass? Or, maybe you like the short... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: I want the fairy-tale wedding!: 4 of 45
Few things in life can match the glitz, glamour, and excitement of a big, formal, and beautiful traditional wedding. From the classic nature of the music from "Here Comes the Bride" to the lively recessional at the conclusion a wedding born in your dreams has it all. My wife and I had all of this and still look back on the d... More..
Relationships & Family > Divorce Psychology Dealing with divorce-related stress: 2 of 22
Stress levels run high during the divorce process. Prior to the divorce, stress is generated by a deteriorating relationship and concerns about how it is affecting the family. Also, anytime that a decision is hanging before it is made, stress levels will rise. During the divorce, stress is created by the effort of dividing a... More..
Personal Finance > Credit Cards How does a debit card work: 2 of 22
Debit cards work through essentially the same computer network as the credit card system. The one huge notable exception is that unlike credit cards a debit card is not added to your credit balance of a Master Card or Visa account. The amount is removed like an electronic check from your checking account. In some cases, it m... More..
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes Assessing the 'rebound' relationship: 2 of 22
Start by asking yourself how much of rebound is this. Was your last relationship a month or less or was it a year or more. The rebound effect will be quite different. The first will be a learning and growing experience that should help you enter the next relationship wiser and more mature. The second could be devastating to ... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How to stay safe when visiting theme parks: 1 of 11
People rarely think of theme parks as hazardous places to visit. In several ways, theme parks can present at least moderate danger to those who do not worry about safety. Unless something unusual happens, nearly everyone who enters a theme park leaves unharmed except for a little fatigue. However, there are some dangers that... More..