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I'm a trained theater artist with a strong African dance background. My love for writing is what made me go to theater arts school but, somehow, dance got into my blood.

I'm trying to pick up writing again and it's been as exciting as I've always known it would

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: New York City: 11 of 79
Dance to the big apple's rhythm____________________________Like soldier antsFrom a disturbed anthillWe swarm upon the cityAnd clog its veins;We sway and rockTo the rhythmOf metal upon metalWe snake along the pathBetween the dreamAnd its realization;We each have our dreams-Many pairs of eyes,A similitude of visionAnd varied o... More..
Relationships & Family > Divorce Psychology The most frequent cause of divorce: 17 of 120
Marriage is a very joyous and beautiful occasion. That is why divorce is a very tragic event. It affects all involved and, if there are children, the effect on them could be damaging.There are many causes for divorce. The causes vary because people and circumstances differ. The most common cause, however, is communication or ... More..
Sciences > Psychology How to let go of someone you love: 16 of 112
It is very difficult to accept the end of friendship, marriage or the life of a relative or close friend. The pain often lingers and may make it difficult for a person to function as he or she is known to. It could also lead to extreme depression or generate other health issues. I know this may sound absurd but sometimes peop... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pain from love: 147 of 917
Her pleasure and my pain_________________________Side by side and hand in handThey rolled along the highwayKnowing whom they were going to betrayI was a hundred miles awayWhen I heard the kissLike manhood pulled at the peak of blissIt was painful for meIt was sweet for themIt took me out and he went inAs she moanedWith the pl... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Why illegal immigration is bad for illegal immigrants: 6 of 27
Illegal immigration is bad in every nation. However, in a country that has a history of discrimination based on race and class, it is almost suicidal. The only reason why people take the chance is because they expect their hard work to pay off. In many of the countries these illegal immigrants have fled, hard work, literally,... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War & Peace Commentary: The effectiveness of the United Nations: 8 of 33
The United Nations, like the League of Nations that preceded it, was doomed to fail from the day it was born. Coming after the League of Nations had failed to prevent a second world war, the United Nations inherited many of the functions and shortcomings of its predecessor. The most significant difference seemed to be in the ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Styles Regional varieties and patterns of African dance: 1 of 4
African Dance is as broad and varied as there are ethnic groups on the continent. The nature of dance in a particular region is dependent on numerous factors. African choreographers of old were inspired by natural phenomena within their region, the movements of the animals they hunted, the space within which the dances could ... More..
Health & Fitness > Sexually Transmitted Diseases Talking to your teens about sex and STDs: 7 of 23
Although it is universally accepted that sex education should begin at home, sharing information about sex with your own child remains one of the most awkward tasks of parenting. Parents are often scared of giving their children the impression that they are being given the green light to have sex. Others also worry that raisi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Why we can't leave Iraq: 7 of 14
When America leaves Iraq, there is no doubt that al qaeda would claim they have won. They would release messages and jubilate wherever they are present on the globe. But, let not that fool you for it would be just for show. The real truth is that they will be sad to see America leave.Al qaeda, since the Soviet invasion of Afg... More..
Health & Fitness > Medicine Development What are the implications of the claim that a cure for AIDS has been found in the West African nation, Ghana: 1 of 1
The Clinical Analysis Laboratory of the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, Ghana, is reported to have confirmed that a herbal mixture known as 'koankro', prepared by a herbalist, Mr. Kamara Agyepong, is capable of curing Acquired Immune Deficiency ... More..