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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Dreams: 6 of 200
ANOTHER IRISHA small shiver ran over him and he hunched his shoulders against the pre-dawn fog. The ferry ride across San Francisco Bay hadn't been bad, with men packed like cattle; so tight their shared heat was almost too warm. Now, though, waiting in the line of day-laborers, he tried to ignore the damp chill creeping thro... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Stories about imaginary places for children: 1 of 14
HERMIONE'S MUSKRAT ADVENTUREOn a bright Tuesday at the end of March, Hermione Bledwell decided that she was tired of playing inside. A girl of her wit and imagination needed some adventure. So she grabbed her jacket, her box of shiny treasures, and a picnic lunch and set off. There was fresh snow on the ground and the clouds ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Saying goodbye: 80 of 455
THANK YOUThank you for being there,Thank you for loveThank you for lighting my wayI've walked in the glow of yourFriendship so longThat "Thank you" is all I can say.I just need a moment toGet used to thisI know, in time, I will grieve.It's just that, right now,The thought of you goneIs something I just can't believe! More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry All about birthstones: 5 of 27
The earliest known astrological studies were made by the Chaldeans of ancient Mesopotamia. They worshiped the planets and, believing that all life was governed by them, they assigned a stone to each. The stone's properties corresponded to the traits connected with its planet. When the Babylonians created the zodiacal patterns... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Death of a pet: 3 of 12
AT THE EDGE OF THE WOODS The old dog slept on his soft bed; his feet twitching and his nose quivering. Occasionally, he gave a soft yip. In his dream, his old friend Satchmo the Newfy was running through the woods with a pack of other dogs. The old dog had never seen his friend looking so fit and strong. As they came to the e... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Creative Asian food recipes: 2 of 8
Asian cuisine has found its way around the world, and like any good regional cooking, has adapted itself to the ingredients to be found in its new homes. The strong Mexican influence in Eugene, Oregon has created a blend of Asian tastes and techniques using a mixture of Asian and Mexican ingredients. The result? - - Some very... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Bush Administration Views on George Bush: 21 of 73
Each president elect has gone into office believing he could accomplish the things his predecessor/s "wouldn't". Each one has found that that it isn't quite that easy.As both candidates had said, the new American President could expect a huge test, early in his administration. The outgoing president is going the extra distanc... More..
Hobbies & Games > Holiday Crafts Creative do-it-yourself Christmas gift ideas: 13 of 31
DO-IT-YOURSELF GIFT FOR YOUR FAVORITE PHOTOGRAPHERChristmas is breathing down your neck, your checkbook balance is hovering perilously near red ink, and the most important person you would like to gift, lives only for photography (and you, not necessarily in that order). If you've spent hours browsing photographic catalogs, s... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The Valentine mystery: 27 of 63
Suspects: Gary Benton, mischievous 8th grader Sharon Cargill and friends Mrs. Hersch's ghost Mr. HerschClues: Unlocked windows Gary Benton, the prankster, whispering to his friends Sharon Cargill passing notes The valentines were just like Mrs. Hersch'sOn the morning of February 14th, some very unusual things were noted in El... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes The first time I sang karaoke: 54 of 121
It had been a long day. I closed the store at 10 PM and headed for home, stopping, on the way, for a quick drink to help me wind down. As I walked into the bar, I noted a larger than usual crowd, for a Wednesday night, and some pretty raucous music. It was Karaoke Night.I settled near the back of the bar, where I could see wi... More..