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I started writing at the age of 17 and put it on hold until reaching the age of 50. Those who read my work always enjoyed it and would ask why I didn't pursue writing full time. Writing for me is an avenue for releasing and reliving the many experience I

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: I will always hope: 1 of 13

I had always hoped A kind and handsome knight Would rescue me from the Dark and scary world of Loneliness and confusion. Fantasies learned in childhood Was my desired reality. I had always hoped To be loved for who I am Not some mythical creature Displayed in fashion magazines Or some man’s unattainable fantasy. Being ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: My destiny: 2 of 23

I have worked so long And so hard everyday For everyone except myself One gets tired Of being the answer To other peoples questions. Hopefully this will come to an end Peacefully with all in agreement Then I can purse my dreams, my goals My destiny. It would be nice to be alone With my thoughts To carry out the plans I...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How travel can be used as an educational tool for children: 1 of 11

Your love of travel can be an excellent educational tool for children. Vacationing to places they have learned about during school reinforces those lessons. Historical locations always come to mind when you think of education and vacations but there is much to be learned by visiting campgrounds, exotic locales, beaches, and ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Divorce: 11 of 106

I cried many tears During our marriage Through the years Limited tears of joy, Mostly tears of pain, Being silent through it all My body feeling the strain Betrayal at the broken vow Embarrassment, disappointment, anger Were the emotions I daily entertained Divorce was a relief I could finally breathe When it was over I foun...
Jobs & Careers > Jobs & Careers (Other) How to leave a job gracefully: 1 of 9

“Oh God! I hate my life”. If this is your mantra to get through your day at work, it may be time to look for another job. But how do you leave your job gracefully especially when the adjectives hatred and loathing commonly enter your mind. First, remember the sage words “Don’t burn your bridges&...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: What I'm thankful for: 7 of 60

I am thankful for my life And my measure of health. Knowing some friends didn't make it Through the year. I am thankful for my husband His kind and understanding ways. The patience he's shown Providing support that's always near. I am thankful for my children And the grandchildren they bore. They keep me guessing And praying...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: How I chose my career path: 4 of 31

Early in life I always felt deep satisfaction when helping people, gravitating to customer service related jobs since my youth. Having direct contact with people, seeing their satisfaction with the job I did or helping them solve a concern was very gratifying to me. After attending college for two years, majoring in En...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Thinking: 13 of 100

I wish I could stop these thoughts in my head Disorganized in every sense Things I have to do Things I need to complete Things I need to start. I wish I could stop these thoughts From running through my mind They produce in me Worry Apprehension Stress. I wish I could have peace A moment of serenity, But when I go to rest I ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: If I die today: 16 of 123

If I should die today Please don't be sad. I shared my joy with all I met So I will continue on. In memories and stories Some remembered with sadness A great deal with laughter And a few with lessons learned. My thoughts and sayings Will be heard from ear to ear And repeated from mouth to mouth All full of spirit and joy And...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Domestic abuse: 10 of 70

I needed to say I hurt I needed to say stop I needed to say You can 't treat me this way. But fear held me silent. The turn from emotional pain To physical To emotional again Abuse is ugly in any form Cutting deep within The body and the mind. Fear hangs heavy in the air Inhaled with every breath Making my body quake And my ...