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I am a writer located in northeast Louisiana. I have worked in the fields of massage therapy, nuclear medicine technology and education. I enjoy writing about a large variety of subjects, as well as writing fiction and poetry.

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Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals Never give up: How to keep your dreams alive: 11 of 95
Never give up: How to keep your dreams alive The author Napoleon Hill once said, "Man, alone, has the power to transform his thoughts into physical reality; man, alone, can dream and make his dreams come true." No plant, no animal, apart from man, has the ability to dream of the future and transform that dream into reality. ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Valentine's Day errors of judgment: 2 of 11
It's nearing Valentine's Day and men all over the U.S. are feeling the pressure. One wrong gift and you're in the doghouse for days. You may think that you have the perfect gift for your lady, but take time to realize what message exactly that you are sending with that gift. Following a few simple guidelines will help you av... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Unique and fun April Fools' Day pranks: 5 of 27
Random Acts of Chaos - Five dollars, boredom and a twisted sense of humor. These are the thoughts that culminated in our making a quick trip to the department store this weekend to buy a house number. A number 8, to be specific. I was inspired to do something to increase my chances of sanity. In this case, the chosen activit... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for adopting a stray pet: 19 of 102
Pets are a wonderful and welcome addition to any family. They make our lives more meaningful and teach our little ones the responsibility of taking care of a loved one. When my daughter decided to take in a stray kitten, it was an ideal situation for me to teach my her exactly what she should do to care of and possibly adopt... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Your definition of cheating: 17 of 89
Relationships can be tricky, especially when you suspect that your mate might be cheating on you. But, really, what constitutes cheating? Flirting? Dinner? Kissing? Sex? In such murky water, it's good to be clear with your partner on the specifics of this issue. If you are the one in the ambiguous territory, consider this: W... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice What makes a best friend: 20 of 96
"What makes us such good friends? We don't even have anything in common anymore - I mean...we used to...but we've both changed so much. " - A confused and panicky silence quickly followed. Neither of us knew what to say...it was true, we have both changed immensely over the last few years, yet remained very, very close. How ... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating Conversation etiquette for a first date: 5 of 24
Asking out that special someone is the first step in having a romantic relationship. Unfortunately, once you get past that first "yes", the mere thought of having a first date with them can be terrifying. First dates can be beautifully romantic or horribly disastrous depending on the conversation that occurs. It is up to you... More..
Education > Education (Other) Is abstinence education working?: 2 of 9
A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control has found that one in four teenage girls has an STD. Over the last 8 years the abstinence only programs in the U.S. have been spreading like wildfire...or...like chlamydia. Clearly they are not working. These finding are disturbing, especially in the U.S. where STD's can be e... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies Treatment of mold allergies: 2 of 8
Most people are exposed to mold every day with no ill effects, however, for those will mold allergies even the air itself can be problematic. Mold is present in many of the places in which we live and work. It grows by digesting plant or animal matter such as wood, dirt, food, paper, or animal matter and spreads by releasing... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Chain reactions: 14 of 54
Don't give me a drink. It might imply a night of solitude. Or even worse, a not so tender morning with a stranger. Peeing on a stick is never fun. Seeing two pink lines causes bitterness and panic. A laughing baby doesn't care why I stopped drinking. More..