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I am a wife, mother, and high school English teacher. I have been teaching English literature for 8 years. I love to read and, of course, to write!

I have been writing for as long as I can remember and have had short stories, poems, and essays published

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Entertainment > TV Characters & Personalities Top ten television characters, and what makes them so good: 1 of 39
Over the years, television has given us many things, entertainment, information, and perhaps above all endearing and memorable characters. People all over the world love watching characters they can relate to, laugh at, and just plain love. But who are the most memorable television characters? And what makes them so lovable? ... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Best current television series: 3 of 103
Asking what is the best television series is like asking what is the best color. It is subjective, and what is the right answer for one viewer may be way off base for the next. That is why there is so much variety in television. However, there is one current television series that stands above all others. Not everyone loves i... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips Tips for becoming a better parent: 1 of 30
Wouldn't it be nice if there were a manual handed out to all pregnant women containing the instructions for being a great parent? The truth is, parenting is different for everyone, and every family has their own unique needs, so one manual for all parents just won't do. But there is no reason to despair, we can all be good p... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Potential parents: Wrong reasons to have a baby: 2 of 41
So you want to have a baby. Have you stopped to ask yourself why? Few women ever stop to think about why they want to have a baby. Many people become parents everyday for all the wrong reasons. When this happens, everyone suffers, from the unprepared parents to the innocent child. So what are the wrong reasons to have a baby?... More..
Arts & Humanities > Museums & Galleries (Other) How to encourage children to enjoy art galleries and museums: 2 of 34
Some people might think a museum is no place for a young child; especially an art gallery where most people are quietly enjoying paintings and sculptures. But this is a misconception. Museums and art galleries can be enjoyed by young children; we just have to make sure we do it right. Childhood is a very influential time... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Tips for avoiding tantrums in toddlers: 2 of 26
No one wants to be the parent in the restaurant or at the store with the obnoxious child whom everyone else rolls their eyes at. But how can one avoid this situation in the first place? Is there a magical way to stop a toddler tantrum? Not exactly. But there are some concrete, realistic ways to prevent a tantru... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories Tips for taking quality photographs of baby: 1 of 10
What is a picture? A memory? An item of pride? A picture carries more nostalgia then a video and more emotion then a written account. With the infant stage fleeting by so quickly, nothing can capture those precious moments like a snapshot. But getting a great photo of a squirming, wiggling baby can be easier said than done... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Just open up your eyes: 1 of 7
Breathe Understanding begins to blur out of the swirling blackness. Darkness fades to light and it all becomes clear. Who you are. Who I am. Why we are here. You still ask questions, but I have the answers. I cannot tell it, you must realize it yourself. It is bliss, it is joy, it ours for the taking. You need only t... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Soul Mates: 39 of 246
SOUL MATES Two stars twinkling in the night. Two stars side by side burning bright. Glittering, sparkling, dancing in glee, For side by side is where they're meant to be. Two stars streak across the night so black. One star leading, and the other in back. Two stars fading on Earth's muddy surface, Too far apart to ... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas How to survive a long distance relationship: 5 of 31
Long distance relationships are tough, no doubt about it, but they are not impossible and you can certainly survive tough situations if you prepare yourself for it. Here are several ways to survive a long distance relationship with little or no drama, from someone who has been there and done that! TRUST You have to trust th... More..