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I am a published author, graphic artist, marketing coordinator and single mother of four boys (whew!) My marriage ended six years ago amidst violence and abuse. It was very difficult on my four boys and I realized I needed to create an income from home. Through

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Brief encounters: 1 of 59
I was standing in line to pay at the grocery store with two massive cartloads of food. The store was busy with long line ups that were snaking out into the corridor. The space I took up with two mounding carts and my 6'6" son was, shall I say . . . noticeable. An elderly gentleman walked up and stood behind me in line. He chu... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Economic Values Technology's impact on society: 1 of 34
The word "happiness" sounds so simple, but as most people know, finding true contentment can be quite a mountain to climb. Why is happiness so illusive? Why is it such a difficult objective to attain? I considered this as I watched the news last night about a Canadian who travelled to Africa on a mission trip. Images were fl... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals Reflections: A new year: 2 of 33
The impending new year lends itself to reflecting on the past and pondering the future and I'm delighted at the excitement I feel for the future. Deciding to ring in the New Year quietly, it was spent at home and at the stroke of midnight, my boyfriend and I were in the hot tub. Submerging myself in the delicious warmth, it y... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Your child's first day of school: 1 of 14
As I sit here, my emotions are whirling, my stomach is doing flip-flops, a lump is in my throat and I don't know whether to laugh or cry. It's the first day of school. Despite that this is my thirteenth year of taking children to their first day of the new school year, I am still not immune to the emotion of it all. My younge... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Life The power of positive thinking and attitude: 12 of 75
Winter is here with a vengeance and even though I am not a lover of the cold, I couldn't help but comment on the beauty of the sparkling flakes. A friend and I were suppose to meet last night and decided instead to each hunker down in the warmth of our homes. The thought of getting into a cold vehicle, shivering away was ... More..
Health & Fitness > Alzheimer's and Dementia Support and help: Who cares for the care giver: 2 of 10
It was music to my ears: I'm going to treat you to a spa night this weekend, my boyfriend said. As a single mother of four boys, I'm fortunate to have found a companion that recognizes the importance of the caretaker being cared for. But ultimately, it is my reponsibility to "fill myself up". This particular time, it was of... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to adjust to life with a new puppy: 7 of 34
I enjoy lazy weekends where the decadence of sleeping in is one of my guilty pleasures in life. A great Sunday morning is waking up slowly, indulging in the lethargic saunter to the kitchen for my morning coffee and heading to my sunshine-filled room to read the newspaper.Last Sunday, I was thoroughly enjoying my morning slee... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Lessons to learn from children: 12 of 43
As a parent, I have realized that had it not been for my children, I would not have experienced many things in my life. I considered this very concept as I stood on the top of a huge dirt hill. It prompted me to look back on the things I've experienced because of my kids. Our recent hotel stay had me whizzing down the waters... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Traveling: 58 of 204
I have to admit that there is a facet of my personality that drives my boyfriend nuts. I am "time challenged" . . . okay, I'll say it: I'm chronically late. In my professional life, I am never late or miss an appointment, but in my personal life? That's when I slow down. So here we are, traveling to our weekend getaway dest... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why travel: 21 of 73
Trekking through new territories and experiencing new things has cemented my hopeless addiction to travel. I love trading my predictable daily routine for one of adventure and excitement. One of my favorite parts of exploring new frontiers is meeting the people that become part of my holiday memories. After a short flight to... More..