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I am a 25-year-old unpublished author... well, so far. I love anything fantasy and anything with dragons in it, although I prefer dragons who have minds of thier own rather than being scaly magpies with a thing for virgins... I am currently working on the

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Time: 149 of 759
She Remains She remains heartbroken Her lover's want was lust As her dreams, undreamed, unspoken, Dissolved to ash and dust. Her lover's want was lust His promises, the truth was sought Dissolved to ash and dust. Her tears shed for naught. His promises, the truth was sought She remains heartbroken Her tears shed for naught. ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Protecting children from controversial books and movies: 4 of 13
I am a baptised Christian, 7 years in September, and I am astounded at the arrogance of one person telling another not to watch a movie. Each and every one of us has free will, this encompasses not only the big questions, whether to believe in God, but also the petty things, like deciding which cereal to have for breakfast. ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Harry Potter fans vs. foes: 7 of 17
I really don't see the problem with fantasy of any kind, as long as those reading it understand that it IS fantasy... the whole business of Phillip Pullman a few years ago really brought this to my attention. All that really matters, in my mind at least, is that a book has a good story, well written and doesn't preach about ... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) Should Internet community sites allow complete freedom of speech or should content be regulated for inappropriate material?: 26 of 57
Freedom, as with all things, is relative. Freedom of speech depends entirely on the group one's speaking to... I mean, N-word jokes would not be appropriate for a Jazz club (unless you're black, then it's ok) We have become too over-sensetive about things, the Politically Corrects are taking over the world - the word 'Brains... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International Politics (Other) Should the US continue to be the leader in world politics?: 29 of 58
Some would say that the US is better-equipped to lead world politics, that they are not concerned with the morality of a situation, but can see through utilitarian eyes and act swiftly with the appropriate level of force. To those I would say a certain word that would likely get me blocked from Helium for the foreseeable fut... More..
Arts & Humanities > Colonial & Early American Was America founded as a Christian nation?: 63 of 79
What people seem to forget is that America was not 'founded' at all, but rather bartered from the natives who had no idea what the white men would bring - IE. smallpox and reservations. The European settlers came across and brought their faith with them, immediately discounting the native ways and set about driving them out ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Arts & Humanities (Other) Is artistic skill natural or learned?: 88 of 108
I am of the belief that being creative in any form comes from one's childhood and upbringing... anyone who has read 'Brave New World' can understand how the early years of life can effect where a particular person will end up. I believe that it only takes one spark to turn a 'Normal' person into an artist (of any kind) A 'No... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Is money invariably linked with depression?: 36 of 42
I have no money, or little enough to do anything with, i have been out of work for almost 2 years and yet i have never felt better. I had a spell of depression when i was in my mid-teens, before any of the exam stresses could hit - in fact it was having to bring myself up to face those exams that brought me out of the depths... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Ethics Is physician-assisted euthanasia a patient's right?: 35 of 38
As a baptised Christian I look on all death as unnecessary, but in the case of the terminally ill - is life any better? Love is a wonderful thing, but to knowingly allow one's family to watch one's decent is just as cruel as asking them to kill you themselves. Admittidly, I think that some countries make too much money over ... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Has the trend toward Reality TV improved the quality of television shows?: 81 of 87
Dear God, NO! We watch Reality TV to study other people, whilst ignoring our own friends and families. Your marriage/kid's education/health is going down the pan, but who cares as long as that cute girl with the nice rack's still on the island/in the house/on the dance floor? Come on people, I'd like to hope that we have dev... More..