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I've been writing since I was 12 years old. My 5th grade english teacher gave me praise when I wasn't expecting it. She created a monster. I started with poetry and then worked my way up to short stories well never ending novels really. I was published in

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Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: 1408: 3 of 35
"Hotels are a naturally creepy place... Just think, how many people have slept in that bed before you? How many of them were sick? How many... died?" muses Mike Enslin in the 2007 psycho-drama "1408." Based on a short story by Stephen King, "1408" is a rare example of the movie adaptation being better than the source materia... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Factory Girl: 1 of 8
Everyone wants to be famous. A fact no lesser truer than today. At a time when authority was questioned, tradition was rebutted, and love was an abstract concept. Edie Sedgwick set out to find her place in the world. She discovered the pop art world of Andy Warhol. Then became the closest thing to a love interest he ever had... More..
Entertainment > Movies (Other) The changing face of Disney movies: 1 of 7
For many Walt Disney has been part of childhood memories for as long as they can remember. For over 40 years, the company has made films the whole family can enjoy. And just as fashion, dinner menus, and social acceptance change, so too has the Walt Disney feature. 1937 of course introduced the world to Snow White and the Se... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods How far should you push your children to succeed?: 28 of 168
Parents always want to see their children succeed and excel at something they, themselves never accomplished. Some parents are so afraid of scarring their children, that they give them free range. These children are often the most difficult to deal with for two reasons. 1. They have no ambition in life because they never had... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Curse of the Golden Flower: 2 of 11
In a world of supreme lavishness, the Empress of China is beginning to expect that there is conspiracy against her. She is not wrong, in Yimou Zhang's film adaption of Yu Cao's play "Lei Yu", also known as "Curse of the Golden Flower," Emperor Ping and Empress Phoenix rule China during the Tang Dynasty. The most opulent time... More..
Entertainment > Movies (Other) The best animation in a Disney film: 2 of 11
Walt Disney is the leader for animated features and has been for many years. Though many Disney features have gone on to ingrain themselves into our culture's collective consciousness, five have really stood up and captured the animation world's attention. #1: Beauty and the Beast From the moment Belle and the Beast sweep in... More..
Creative Writing > Drama Drama: Raking leaves: 1 of 5
Setting: A Midwestern day in autumn. Cast: Robin, the father; Glenn, the oldest son; and Benjamin (Benny), the youngest son [Light comes up on Robin, a man in his mid-thirties, he is dressed for mid-west autumn. Jeans and a plain tee-shirt, he wards off the wind with a faded denim jacket. In his hand he holds a rake. Before ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Easter How to make themed Easter baskets for all ages: 1 of 4
Easter has always been my favorite time of year. I enjoy the message and the feeling that comes with Easter. In no other holiday will you find a sense of hope and restoration. Though several traditions have developed over the years, the Easter basket is one of the most common. An Easter basket can reflect the personality of ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing Why writers should establish a writing routine: 1 of 4
Scheduling writing time into a routine is easier said than done. With the soccer practices, church activities, and other family obligations. Slowing down long enough to transcript the drama inside one's head is low on the list some days. But if a writer wants peace of mind making time for the emptying of the creative vat nee... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Hellboy 2: 1 of 4
"What is it that makes a man a man?" Professor Broom asked in the first "Hellboy" movie. Well "Hellboy 2" answers Professor Broom's concerns for his other worldly child. All but Rupert Evans reprise their roles in this cult hit. A demon prince is sent to Earth to destroy it only to be adopted by a paranormal researcher and d... More..