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What is there to know...I'm a writer, a novelist, an idealist and a cynic, a freelancer, a poet, an ex-educator, and a highly-opinionated philosopher...a liver of life, a traveler, a free-spirited, but very analytical thinker. Give me a topic...I'll write.

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Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Teen advice: Why is sex such a big deal?: 2 of 31
Sex to the teenager in three words is unknown, forbidden, and cool, hence making it a huge deal, along with being the most talked about issue amongst adolescents. Most parents' heads would spin at the mere notion of what their child knows, has tried, and at who their child has "hooked up" with. Many series and movies glorify ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How do you explain an athlete's taking drugs to your kids?: 12 of 74
It is truly a dismal day when a child's favorite over-worn jersey is crumpled at the bottom of the hamper never to be worn with pride again. Mixed messages are abundant throughout childhood, but the sinking reality of idolized athletes no longer being super-human leaves many kids trying to make sense of it all. Most children ... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) How to select and cook Dungeness crabs: 1 of 6
"Time is of the essence for this crabby west-coaster!" Selecting healthy and fresh Dungeness crabs is key to gaining the full benefits of the succulent tender meat. This protein-rich, sustainable crustacean is simple to prepare and cook, yielding eight legs and two claws worth of low-fat, guilt-free feasting.JUDGING LIVE DU... More..
Education > Education (Other) Should public school teachers get merit pay?: 4 of 22
Merit pay is a joke that undermines the skills and overall function of mostteachers. There are so many educators in the public school system whose excellence in the classroom could never be contained by a score. Merit pay is yet another stigma resulting from standardized testing, so not only are we judging and categorizing st... More..
Pets & Animals > Horses (Other) An overview on the Kentucky Derby Festival: 1 of 5
"And they're off!" Louisville, Kentucky hosts the Kentucky Derby Festival- a two-week long party held prior to Kentucky Derby Saturday. This annual tradition began in 1935 and continues to entertain with just as much fervor, offering a wide array of over seventy events for all to enjoy. The Derby Festival combines much enjoye... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: On love: 275 of 1269
"They Do"Calm flows through the valley of depthDarkness preying on fearsVisibility a precious commodityAir lingers waiting to be caughtThe forest of eyes closes in, feastingConceit swallows all avengersIncognito remains the warriorSuffocation of pride unveils their fateHarmonious temptations crawl as oneMisconstrued panic sli... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Inspirational: 110 of 473
Penny thoughts I beg of youWorthy slumber followsBartering tears for smilesMerchants find subtle profitsDeprive you of nightmares at a star's dawnLike a joker spewing flattery with every trickSongs of prescriptions ease discomfortThe frontline becomes my stomping groundPast hovers as a remorseful infidelityDays to come await ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing An introduction to alpine skiing: 1 of 4
Downhill skiing, also known as "alpine skiing," (a name derived from the sport's origin in the Alps) is the most common style of skiing, and refers to the act of sliding down a snow-covered mountain trail on fiberglass or aluminum skis, while wearing stiff boots, and tension-release bindings. Techniques of turning, controllin... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Learning a new instrument as an adult: 5 of 19
As a kid, I had lots of musical influences outside of classical musicians, but I was never able to expand on that or to develop my playing with regard to rock and roll. I had been trained differently, solely as a classical artist, which was cool, but not all encompassing and certainly not an accurate representation of the dua... More..
Health & Fitness > Asthma Symptoms and treatment of asthma: 4 of 15
Asthma is a common condition, closely related to allergies, found in nearly twenty million Americans. It manifests as a swelling of the airways, which leads to constricted airflow. When the airways react to allergens, or for some, exercise, they become narrower, causing symptoms characteristic of the disease. There are variou... More..