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I am a writer. Well, aren't we all? I went to college intending to be an English major and came out with a degree in Art, a minor in Music, and another minor in Leadership. I admit, I was extremely daunted by the proposition of two senior theses. However,

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: All I know: 1 of 11
For all I knowMy life will end tomorrowFor all I knowMy kiss todayMay be the lastFor all I knowMy future may beTaken from meIn just a few momentsFor all I knowToday might beMy last chance to shareEternity with othersFor all I knowMight not be enough More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Choosing the right shower curtain: 2 of 19
Perhaps you think that choosing a shower curtain is the least of your home decor troubles. What is a shower curtain compared to draperies, furniture, and floor coverings? What you don't know is that choosing the wrong shower curtain can actually add to your troubles. The incorrect decision can be utterly life changing. Yes, l... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Love recipe: 1 of 8
Sugar And Spice And Everything Nice 1 cup of smiles in the morning 2 tablespoons of thoughtfulness during the day 2 cups of time in the evening 2 drops of doing what needs doing 1 teaspoons of listening 4 hugs 2 kisses 1 boxes of presents Sprinkle of encouragement Mix the teaspoons of listening with one tablespoon of thoughtf... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Victory: 1 of 7
I am the Victorsaid the soldier in greenI've tasted the victory of not being seenblending in with my troopshanding over my prideI stand for what's rightI've chosen my side I am the Victorsaid the nurse dressed in whiteI help the injured give one hell of a fightNo one will dieif they're on my watchIt's positive thinkingthat ke... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Still with me: 3 of 19
Dear Father,I know I will see you some day,I wish I had you now, you see,Cause my daddy's gone away,I wish you were here to comfort,My mommy when she cries,I wish you were here to pick me up,And lift me in your arms in the sky,You are much better though,Than my daddy's ever been,You see, my daddy was never there,When I needed... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Time worth taking: 1 of 6
There are more important thingshappening in the worldthan book reports and spelling beesCan't you see? I'm an integral part of societyI have better things to dowith my daythen spending it playingand frittering away time I have sketches to doplans to makeThere are people who relyon my opinionI am important. Are you important?O... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Where to start your home decorating project: 2 of 11
Many people have no idea where to start with a decorating project. While this seems like a simple question, where to begin can be a very complex issue. No one begins planning a room in the same way. Each element of a room has a different meaning to each person. However, the most common places to start are with choosing paint ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Holding back: 5 of 27
I just wanted you to knowThat I'll miss youI wish that we could have comeTo another conclusion Nothing in my mind has changedAnd nothing in your heart has . . .That is why this just must be. In my mind I see a manNot so perfect but so specialThat is why I am hurt . . .Can't you see? In your mind you see a girlNot so perfect b... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture How to buy furniture for small spaces: 4 of 20
Buying furniture for small spaces can be very challenging when you have many needs for a room and very little space. Getting to a furniture store and actually seeing the furniture may tempt you to buy the first piece that seems to fit your needs. However, you really must decide on the needs of your room, the items that you ne... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture What you should know before buying a new sofa: 1 of 5
As you begin your search for the right sofa, you have many factors to consider. You may think you are well informed until you reach the furniture store. Most salespeople at furniture stores are expert salespeople, not experts on furniture. You need some basic truths about sofa selection in order to get the right sofa for your... More..