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Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Life

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I enjoyed a leisurely stroll along the hiking trail near my home in Raleigh, North Carolina, the idyllic summer afternoon matching my cheery mood. My thoughts turned to my only child, Kelly. I was so proud of her.Kelly had secured a summer internship with Howard University Hospital. Next month, she would be entering her third... More..

Religion & Spirituality > Self-Healing When life hits you hard

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Recently, I was told by several friends that I don't sound like myself. It gave me pause for thought because as far as I'm concerned, I'm in a good place right now. But then realization hit-I'm battle weary. For the past two years, I have been in the worse storms of my life. It's the place where every thing that can go wrong-... More..

Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Trusting in God

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We tend to trust people because we know their character, but why is it that we say we trust the Lord and when we're in the midst of a storm or spiritual attack-we faint away and panic?I've asked myself that question over and over again. Is it because I don't know enough about God's character? Why is it that I can trust Him wi... More..

Religion & Spirituality > Spirituality (Other) How to live without fear

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How to live without fear is learning to have complete and total dependance in the Word of God. For the past fourteen years, I have been stricken with panic disorder for years and there were times that I could not even leave my house without having a severe attack. I was so crippled by the disorder to the point that I couldn't... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Getting along with your daughter's boyfriend...or not

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When my daughter's boyfriend moved in with her, it was against my better judgement but she was twenty-four and living in her own place. This soon proved to be a mistake as she lost his job and she then lost hers. They got behind on their rent, car payments, insurance, etc. When they came to me and my husband, we sat down with... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Adolescence What no one talks about: How wonderful it is to have teenagers

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I've had my share of ups and downs with raising two teenage daughters and now a son, but I can't deny what a privilege and an honor it has been to be their mother. I still remember when they were born. There are no words to describe my emotions during those times. Teens can be a challenge and you don't always agree but they a... More..

Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Great Christian fiction books for teens

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I am always on the look out for good young adult books for my teenage son. I've been surprised by some of what I've found in books that are written for the teens. I don't allow profanity, gratuitous violence or sex in my home, so books containing scenes of this nature are not what I consider great reads-I believe books should... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges Should teens be allowed to have a boyfriend or girlfriend spend the night?

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I would never allow my son to have a girlfriend spend the night at our house. We believe in abstinence and this is what we've taught him. I don't want him to miss out on something that could be so special on his wedding night by jumping into a sexual relationship before fully understanding all that comes with it. In my opinio... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges How to handle your prodigal daughter

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You have to let her go because the tighter you try to hold on-the more she will rebel. Speaking from experience, it's very hard to watch your daughter self-destruct and do nothing. But by standing on the sidelines actually helped my daughter. It was when I let her fall, that she began to grow up. Sometimes, we help them to th... More..

Society & Lifestyle > Lifestyles Living in Cherokee, NC

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If you're looking to be surrounded by majestic mountain, fresh flowing rivers and a picture perfect blue sky, then you'll find living in Cherokee, North Carolina a dream come true. Cherokee Indians called this area the "Land of the Blue Smoke." Cherokee is the perfect vacation destination with plenty of attractions for the en... More..

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