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Melissa is a self taught poet and writer. Having no formal schooling in either, she continues to educate herself in both areas of interest. Having graduated in the top 25% of her high school class she decided to enjoy discovering the joys of traveling and

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Sisters: 90 of 98
She is broken, what can I do? Her abilities are marred by the abuse her body has taken. Vitality and strength should be her friend. Black and blue marks expose each fall. She preservers though, she has to. If she stopped she would cease. Here I am, a shadow in her corner. I praise her for her courage. I applaud her determina... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Drinks: 14 of 15
Warm Heated liquid Igniting a Slow burn Kind of like Erotic Yearnings Slowly Oozing Unbridled Romance Two souls Humbled Aligned Needing Knowing their Souls are entwined More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues With a huge federal deficit to consider, should taxes on the middle class be reduced?: 32 of 34

I believe the taxes should be reduced for the reason that middle class isn't as it was say twenty years ago. If you are considered Middle Class these days your actual income if probably far less than what your paying taxes for. Middle Class America is actual in the poverty or close to bracket. Being taxed brings that extra b... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Coffee: 74 of 78

My butt came dragging in tonight, About half past four, I haven't had time to chew it out, I fell asleep on the floor Most days my body shuffles around To my half opened eyed pleas. I swear I hear a snickering Somewhere down around my knees. Can you point me to the kitchen? My morning awakener is waiting on me, Hook me up to... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Cloudy skies: 159 of 164

Cloudy Sky 3 Haiku's Arranged by nature Cloudy Skies displayed so high ominous warnings Winds blowing strong now calling in the pouring rain Cloudy skies pass by Sun is shining bright stirring gentle breezes play blowing clouds away. More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends The best American television sitcoms of all time: 34 of 35

They were your family, you sat backed and laughed, you poked your wife, pointed fingers at your brother, and smirked at your parents. Everybody Loves Raymond's family was your family. The first time I seen this sitcom I was overcome with laughter and jaw dropping awareness. This was my ex-husbands family on television. Raymo... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Family memories: 83 of 85

My fondest memory involves my mother and our car. We lived in West Texas at the time. The miles between towns tend to be many, so this means you need to have a full tank of gas! Realizing that she would be driving for quite some time, mom pulls over at the gas station and parks the car next to the closest pump. She gets out ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lighthouses: 10 of 10

The Lighthouse Through mist and fog, I am your beacon. A light to safely guide your way, protecting your from my cliffs. I guide your vessels in treacherous waters. A friend directing you from dangerous waters in night. My signals bring you comfort. Safely you can sail these shorelines. Temptresses of the seas will not lure ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Survival: 8 of 8
Survival has taken on a whole new meaning to me. March 12, 2004 I was bleeding to death, I was rushed to the hospital and given a D&C to try to stop the bleeding. Fortunately that helped. One test that was done showed signs of abnormal growth and had to be sent off for further testing. We were in Grapevine,Texas celebrating ... More..
Home & Garden > Plumbing Repairs How to winterize your plumbing: 6 of 6
As Fall gives way to Winter, so too the warmer weather gives way to drops in temperatures. Winterizing the house becomes a priority. While taking the time to ensure you have the house all snug and tight, don't neglect winterizing your plumbing. Knowing what to do before winter sets in and your pipes freeze will save you a to... More..