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"In the measurement of things, there is a great irony often overlooked. It's a childish desire, the childish desire for good." ~ A Danger to Society

I am a writer. I was once in the Marine Corps and I was once a teacher. But, over and above anything else

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Futility: 4 of 86
Why can't I have just a minute of happiness?Why can't I feel just a moment of sun?When my days on earth have all been spent,Will my legend be life enough?Will I have done all the things that I should haveWhen my ashes are dropped to the bottom of the sea?Will I have done all the things that I could have?Will a celebrated welc... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Tips for exercising even when you don't have time: 6 of 39
If you have been reading plenty of exercise articles to stay in touch with new or proven ideas, article after article details ways to make mundane daily tasks into exercise. Walk to work if you can. Park a small distance from work if you have to drive. This will provide you with the chance to get some walking out of the commu... More..
Entertainment > TV News & Commentary Is American Idol genuine?: 2 of 13
The greatest line ever was, "Where do you think you are?"And Simon was right! It's the home of Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Taylor Hicks. Millionaires. Making millions. SELLING millions. Even people who don't win are selling millions. Bo Vice and Clay Aiken ring a bell?And what about Jennifer Hudson tearing up the Go... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Oppression: 16 of 95
Bing, out of tuneBing, bing, a clash out of tuneBut, sweet to my earsBurned dolls on the floorDirty blankets with holesAn old ripped coloring bookAnd my broken pianoWhat do I remember first?There's so much and it's not all thereBefore my memories fadeGrab it all in and don't let it go!It's a part of youIt makes the youThe who... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary 100 Most beautiful women in the world: 1 of 5
I've always laughed at the kinds of lists that claim "most," "beautiful" and "in the world." I've just never thought of any of them as very realistic. I mean I have to admit that Angelina Jolie is beautiful. That's not what I'm saying. But, what if there was some gorgeous angel in a village somewhere that the researchers for ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Bush Administration Judging George Bush's performance as president: 41 of 87
I normally write long winded articles about how I feel. But on the topic of Bush, I only have a few things to say.One, his recent trip for democracy only gives us a glimpse of our declining status in this world. The world has always been free to talk about us and to us, but never until recently has anyone actually exercised t... More..
Sciences > Anatomy Determining if people with big ears hear better: 1 of 1
I have written about quite a few things in my life, but the fact that I have big ears drew me to the debate on whether people with big ears hear better. It's an interesting topic because I don't believe there is any medical background supporting the sonic hearing of big eared people. I just think that this whole debate has to... More..
Health & Fitness > Prescription & Medication The real costs of medicine without insurance: 5 of 9
Visiting the doctor is a nightmare that only humor can soothe like a balm. You wait an hour because your knee needs attention. It has been bothering you for weeks. When the doctor comes in, he tells you to take Motrin and prop your foot up as much as possible. Here's your bill."$300? For what? I could have told me that!"But, ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Why we can't just have world peace: 23 of 40
Tyra Banks tried to explore the roots of racism on one of her shows. It might have aired a month ago, but I didn't catch it until I was changing channels last night.First of all, I would like to talk about Tyra who referred to all of the Muslims as Middle Easterners. Let me give you a clue Tyra. Before you do a show, come pre... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International News 2nd Lt. Prince Harry deployed to Iraq: 14 of 24
Sending the little prince to war has mixed emotions with me:I think his presence there might put other soldiers in greater danger. I think he will be a target for insurgents. And I think that will ultimately lead to big problems for others. Of course, I am concerned for his own safety. I'm concerned for everyone's safety who ... More..