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My name is Rachael and I'm a nineteen year old free spirit. I've enjoyed writing from a very young age and I hope to make it more than just a hobby someday. The one thing that I can honestly share with you is that I write from the heart. Any other way and

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Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Do children's shows give a false depiction of reality?: 1 of 15
There's no doubt that children shows give a less than realistic portrayal of reality. Children shows mostly have one goal: to educate children about social interaction and the world itself. Simple lessons like being kind to your fellow man, helping someone in need, and just enjoying the little things in life are implemented i... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips When writers should take a break: A case for waiting on inspiration rather than forcing writing discipline: 2 of 20
Take a break.If you're tired of writing, then it's time to rest your weary mind (and fingers). As a writer who, in most respects, only writes when inspiration is flowing and her muse is showing, I know all about trying to 'train' myself to write on a regular basis. In actuality, it's probably one of the wost things you could ... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues When communication breaks down: 1 of 7
In a generation where keeping in touch with friends and family members solely consist of text, instant and e-mail messages, a face-to-face conversation is quickly becoming something of the past. Our busy lives prohibit many of us from spending time around loved ones, so these fast and convenient methods seem to be praiseworth... More..
Hobbies & Games > Role Playing & War Games Women in role-playing games: 3 of 17
As a woman who is new to the RPG community, I was surprised by several things.An avid gamer for years, I was never under the impression that women folk like myself did not exist in the gaming word. I owned several video games on several consoles and spent plenty of my younger years rushing to beat the next level in the hottes... More..
Relationships & Family > Parents Learning to forgive your mother: 7 of 34
Mom is not superwoman.It took me years to get that through my brain. There were times when, despite my logical thinking, I still couldn't fathom why my mother didn't have an answer for every question, every problem I ever had.It's because my Mom isn't superwoman. No mother is.And yet, our mothers are put on an unhealthy platf... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) Simple ways to improve your vocabulary: 12 of 38
The choice to expand your vocabulary is one that will greatly benefit you in many aspects of everyday life, whether it be talking, writing or otherwise.As an amateur writer and aspiring journalist, a wide-ranging vocabulary is less of a perk and more of a necessity. How many of us resort to looking up a word in the thesaurus ... More..
Relationships & Family > Dealing with Problem People How to end a toxic relationship: 2 of 6
Your days are spent fighting instead of spending quality time together. Your nights are spent giving each other the cold shoulder, instead of sharing your innermost thoughts with one another. Your arguments progress into full-fledged meltdowns, instead of being contained and settled in a civilized manner.These things, while n... More..
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing How to use rejection slips to improve your writing: 4 of 9
"We're sorry, but the piece you submit was rejected for publication."This straightforward sentence can be a nightmare for any writer. I've received it plenty of times, in hopes of having one of my many short stories or essays published, only to be met with another rejection slip. Your first impulse is to crumble that note up ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The moon: 8 of 17
There are many things in life we never pay much attention to, or at least I don't.The environment is one of those things. Grass is grass, the sky is the sky. We see these things every day but never take the time to really appreciate these natural wonders.The moon was something I had rarely seen growing up. I went to bed early... More..
Relationships & Family > Family Bonding The importance of family game nights: 8 of 8
Family Game night is a tradition that many of my friend's families are determined to uphold - much to their chagrin."Can you imagine sitting around with your parents and siblings on a Friday night, playing stupid board games like Yahtzee and Monopoly, when you could be out having fun? Lame."Although I laugh, internally my fee... More..