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Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Marriage should be a sacred institution between only a woman and a man: 15 of 317
There are two issues of "Marriage" posible here:One being marriage as a legal contract between two adult individuals as recognized by state, federal, and local regulations.Two being marriage as a sacred religious binding between a man and a woman.Although I can see the arguement among religious leaders about the traditional s... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values 10 things I love about the world I live in: 7 of 69
When I had my first son he was 9 weeks early. I had a stroke and they had to do an emergency c-section. It seems I have a rare blood enzyme related to Lupus that makes pregnancy dangerous for me. I didn't get to see my 3 pound baby for a week, and we both had to spend a month in the hospital. I'm not sure if you have ever spe... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: My husband: 1 of 6
He's a man like no other, ladies you wish he had a brotherHe's a hero divine, my never-ending valentineWe met when I moved next door, I just had a bad breakI wasn't looking for moreAlthough I handed him the "just friends" line,I didn't know the choice wasn't mineHe's a man like no other, ladies you wish he had a brotherHe's a... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Cats: 23 of 135
Some days I wish I were my cat, sitting on the sofa getting really fatMy hardest challenge would be playing with string, or catching a fly by the wingAs I put on my shoes and get ready to go to work, I think I am the sucker, the stupid jerkI pay the rent, for heat and lights, but it is my cat enjoying it most nightsI work and... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Heartbreak: 5 of 20
I was content in my mediocre life.. wandering the same paths. I felt content, but not joy. Love, but not passion. Secure, but not afraid, for I was taking no risks with my heart.Then you appeared like a tiger out of the rain. My heart wept, my soul swelled, and I was lost. For a time I hoped that you in your binds would fight... More..
Personal Finance > Student Loans Should the federal government bail out student loan holders?: 2 of 8
I feel betrayed. I did all the right things. I went to college, took out my student loans, worked my butt off and got a 3.8 GPA. I took Business as a major, and although I was able to get a job in my field, the pay is terrible, the hours were long, and I had to move state-to-state every year. Finanaces have been depressing. T... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community Testimonies from Neopets players: 2 of 8
Neopets is a great family activity! Not only does my two sons, age 8 and 11 play, but so does my husband and myself. This is a fun way to send notes, and little virtual items back and forth to our kids. We spend time talking about our neopets, and I actually understand what games my kids are playing.I have tried getting into ... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Theme parks: 1 of 4
When I was young and carefree, I could ride scarry rides after gobbling cotton candyNow I get worried just watching the comercials on TV, Monster Roller Coasters aren't the same at 33I took my kids to a Theme Park here in Ohio, I'm not sure if it was a good idea, but they just had to goAfter emptying my wallet at the front ga... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette Tips for appropriate restaurant tipping: 11 of 43
If you have to ask, you probably aren't tipping enough.I am a restaurant manager at a restaurant that has servers that count on tips as part of their wages. These are probably the hardest working members of my crew.In Ohio, servers make a little over $3, the rest is made up by tips. (by the way, we are required by law to pay ... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Secret love: 9 of 28
There he is!There he is passing by, he's so cute I could dieHe walks softly past me with a girl, if he were mine I would rule the worldA perfect face, a perfect friend, I wish he were mine until the endHe plants soft kisses on her cheek as they cuddle my knees grow weakShe whispers he secrets in his ears, and holds him throug... More..