Sheri Hundley
After living a very interesting 48 years, I've learned to appreciate what each day brings. I've been a single mother, graduated from college, lived in Germany for a few years, worked in the child protection field, and lost loved ones way too soon. I express myself through my words and hope that everyone on earth realize that they matter to the world. Everyone has something to give.
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BA from the University of West Florida in Criminal JusticeInterests
Writing, my family, reading, travel, social concerns, parenting, always learning, child protection, music, motivation, Catholic issuesMotto
If you only do what you know you can do, you never do very much.
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Words Don’t Always Come EasyI truly believe that when we take the time to help others, we are making the world a better place. -
The World ForgotSo many lonely people in the world need to be noticed and welcomed back into society. Please take time to notice. -
DancingI love to dance and music is my happiness. -
Know Who You AreUnderstand that you are unique. Don't try to be someone else. Like yourself, know yourself, and be proud of you. -
I HopeSometimes the best you can do is nothing but hope for the best.
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The Happy Little StarA story for all our little stars. Be who you are. -
Wisdom and PainDepression does not hide the true heart. -
Don't DespairAt times, life can be overwhelming and discouraging. Allow yourself to feel the negatives but remember that you'll get over this and happiness will come again. -
The Words Won't ComeSometimes I'm at a loss for words when I see cruelty of others. People use words to hurt those who are unprepared to not care. We need to be kind simply because it's the right thing to do.
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Avoid Burn-Out at WorkWorking in child protection and mental health, I've seen many workers burn-out by not handling the emotions that come with working with these populations. People who love working with others are often sensitive to the emotions of others. -
The End of a Marriage, the Beginning of Co-ParentingDivorce does not always mean the end of happy children. Parents can work together to assure the emotional well-being of their children.
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ColorsColors create beauty. The different tints and shades of colors are simply breathtaking. Take some time each day to enjoy the glory of colors. -
Early MorningTime seems to be suspended during dusk and dawn. Peace holds all in warmth and comfort. -
Faded BeautyA story of a woman who never looked beyond skin deep. -
ImagineChildren and adults are living lonely lives, unloved and unwanted. Each one of us can make a difference simply by noticing the unnoticed. -
Heaven is Waiting for MeI try to keep my eye on my goal even when life gets tough. I try to remember that there is something better waiting for me and I hope heaven is waiting.
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Spread Your WingsWhen you are struggling to define yourself, don't let anything or anyone hold you back. Break free of your fears and fly.
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Just Hold OnWhen you feel there is no hope, just hold on a little longer and you will find yourself again.
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When Love DiesLove and hate go hand in hand. Relationships can turn around so quickly and crush those who are unprepared.
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Fate Has Other PlansSome say that fate decides our lives, others say chance. We will never really know.
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9/11 RememberedAmerica holds on strong through tragedies, trauma, and unforseen terrors. May God continue to guide us, to love us, and to watch over us.
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You Are a StarWe tend to treat others better than we treat ourselves. Take the time to treat yourself gently and you will find your life will be filled with peace and joy.
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AshesTime moves fast even though we wait forever for all our dreams to come true.
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God BelievesJust when you think you can't do anything right, God is there telling you He believes you can.
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Whispers in the AirTime only moves forward and so much is lost that can't be regained. That loss can stay forever, making the world an empty place filled with echoes of the past.
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God Wants it This WayGod loves us and wants us to love each other. No judging, no finger pointing, just be there for each other.
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Older and WiserI have learned to let the little things go and they are all little things. You only live once so enjoy it, live it, and never forget to laugh.
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An Artist's WorldI need to write as much as an artist needs to paint or a dancer needs to dance. It's a passion with me and I hope everyone has a passion for something in life.
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Treasures of LifePeople find it hard to let go of old hurts, grudges, and sorrow. Forgiveness can also be hard. But don't be one of those people who say, "If only I'd known." Hold on to all the good, all the love, and all the wonders of life.
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So This Is LoveThose first feelings of love are something everyone remembers.
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Don't Give UpDepression is a serious mental illness but there is so much help out there now. Don't give up or think things won't get better. They can and they will....just ask for help.
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In Humble AppreciationI simply enjoy life and know how very blessed I am to be here. There is always time to smile and never enough time to do it all.
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How BeautifulLife is beautiful. We just need to remember that. Don't look towards what you don't have. Give thanks for what you do have.
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Shadowed SoulsEvening hours bring out shadowed souls looking for satisfaction, not caring about those who believe the lies.
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True LoveSomeone comes along and your life is forever changed. It is marvelous and scary and exciting!
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Danny's DayMy son got married yesterday and I felt such pride and love as my little boy became a husband and step-father. It's not hard to let go when you know your child is now a man.
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Secrets of the AgesWisdom should be passed on through the ages. It often is but people are blind and deaf to the clues left behind.
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If You Hear Me WeepingA story of sadness. Overwhelming sorrow and tears never-ending.
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I KnowI know how to feel shamed but even more, I know how to live in gratitude. I hope to pass this on to those who struggle to find themselves.
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5 Facts About Mental Illness You May Not KnowMental illness is often misunderstood. Here are five facts about mental illness you may not know. I hope it helps you understand this illness.
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Her Charming SmileSome people just enjoy life as it is, whether good or bad. This is honoring someone I know.
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I Live on Hope and FaithWe are so much more than we give ourselves credit for. I truly believe that.
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The JourneyI may not know much but I'll share what I do know. Live for today as it's all that you have. You can't live in the past because that's not living. Tomorrow is not promised.
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Lazy Summer DaysA time to relax and enjoy life.
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The Charming House of BlueA happy couple, a happy home....it truly can happen. Life doesn't always have to be hard.
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It's OKIt's ok to feel how you feel. Be strong within yourself and live your life for you.
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Sermon from the HeartThere is nothing harder than losing a child or a grandchild. But one woman who lost both, found faith enough to comfort others.
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'I Believe' PoemI believe in good, I believe in joy. I believe that we all need to stick together. I hope you all enjoy this!
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Remember Me This WayTry to remember the best of people.
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The Butterflies DancedA song of nature, a song of Spring. For those still fighting winter, may this bring you some warmth.
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The Best That You Can DoLife on earth is short and time goes by so quickly. I hope I have lived life to the fullest and I hope I have inspired someone else to do the same.
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It's SpringEveryone loves Spring! It shows that the coldness of winter is over. Flowers bloom, birds sing, and nature takes flight.
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The Violin's SongLife isn't life if you never have a bad day. Tough times come just like good times do. You can't get around them so simply go through them while knowing life will get good again.
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In All HonestyA cheater who tells on himself isn't always forgiven.
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The World CriesToo much sadness these days. Too much tragedy and too many who don't care. The world cries for all of us.
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True GraceAs pretty as a picture, as lovely as a rose. That's my daughter.
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Hush Now, HoneyIt's always better to have someone there when you go to sleep at night and still be there when you wake in the morning!
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Nothing Left to HoldLove is wonderful and joyful until the break-up occurs. Then the spirit is shattered and it doesn't seem like things will ever be right again.
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Did You Know?Stop for a minute and look around. Not at nature or things. Look at people you've never paid attention to before. Look beyond the physical or even the attitude. Look at person.
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Love MayLove is wonderful, love is terrible. Love is what it is to those who feel it.
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Pretty PromisesPromises sound wonderful but can be broken so very easily. Actions speak louder than words, so if you are in love, show it.
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Just MeThis is who I am :)
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You Are AmazingI wrote this about all the important people in my life and even people I don't know. The world is full of those who will never know how important they are and how much they matter to those around them.
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Looking AheadLife is short. We need to learn to keep moving forward, not back and keep trying to get it right.
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Throughout the AgesPeople throughout time have all wanted the same thing. To be accepted and find love.
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For Those Who Still Believe in MagicGood people bring with them good things. Feeling hope, love, and a sense of belonging makes life beautiful.
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Happiness WithinI believe you can't find happiness with someone else without having it inside yourself first.
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Kids and ClutterToo many toys, too much clutter, and stress may build in a child. Here are some easy solutions to minimize clutter in a child's room while also creating more family time.
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Evening MusicA haiku of music, lovely and soft.
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Good Morning WorldDawn is a time to glimpse the true beauty of the world. The rising sun glows with gorgeous color and warmth. God is showing us hope.
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He's LonelyLonely people are sad and lose hope for better things.
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I Wish I Had CourageI am who I am but I wish I had the courage to change the world.
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A Gift for MomSometimes the simplest gifts make the biggest impressions.
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The Secret to LifeA poem about truly enjoying life.
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Happy EndingsWhen you don't know any differently, you don't know how to hope for different. She didn't even know how to dream but miracles happen to those in need.
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It is What it IsWe sometimes feel like we're being singled out for bad times. Some people also feel they are being punished for past mistakes or they don't feel like they deserve better.
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Simply Let GoSometimes we take too much on and feel we are the only ones who can do it all. By letting go, others will be there for support and to help. We are only one of many who support and assist each other.
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She KnowsA story of a child who has no family of her own. This is not written to make anyone feel sad, it is to make us aware that children across America are growing up alone and unloved.
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The MeadowA sestina about life in a meadow. This was a thoroughly and delightfully challenging poem for this novice!
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A Letter to SantaA simple Christmas story of a boy's love for his family and belief in Santa Claus.
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Take Time to Be SillyIt's fun, it's happy, and being silly will delight you! Everyone needs a bit of goofiness in their day. So be happy, be silly, and make fun memories.
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Night Has FallenNight falls and all grows quiet. Evenings are lovely, still and calm. The dawn comes slowly and eases us into day.
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The Best of YouIt's ok to be angry, to want to lash out at those who've hurt you. But take just a moment and do nothing. Those negative feelings will pass.
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Be GladLife is too short to be anything but glad! A limerick about being glad.
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Life IntertwinedLife is never simply good or even simply bad. Life just is. Live it as it comes and feel it as it happens. You can't do it over.
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A Different Point of ViewSometimes the meaning behind the message is lost simply due to the reciever's different point of view. We may not always understand each other, but together we can build a strong world.
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He Loved HerLove comes in many forms but love should never hurt. This is a story of a man's love and a woman's pain.
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True ForgivenessWe sometimes just tuck away old pains and hurts others have caused or we have caused others. True forgiveness is rare. Have we forgiven or have we simply moved on and tried to forget?
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Sometimes Life is like ThisSometimes you feel lost, alone, or just stuck in your world. Not going forward and not knowing quite what's going on. Just hold on and it will pass, as life continuously moves forward.
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Saying You Love MeWhen you're in love, you can feel it in a touch, hear it in a voice, and it changes your world.
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My Perfect DayThe best of days are filled with beauty, peacefulness, and happiness. May you each feel the wonders of a perfect day.
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Saying Good-ByeSometimes you have to leave what you know in order to gain knowledge and perspective. Saying good-bye to what you know is hard but you will grow from the experience.
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Don't StopLive life to the fullest. Push past your fears and don't ever stop truly living.
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God Bless the Little ChildrenSo many children are growing up without people to love them. May God work his miracles for His precious little ones.
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The Simple Joy of MusicI played instruments and read music most of my life. I still find joy in the notes, the tones, and the beats. Music should be enjoyed by everyone!
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Look UpDon't allow people to make you feel bad about yourself. Lift your head up and walk through life knowing you deserve good things.
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He Walks with MeGod has always been present in my life, getting me through the tough times. I hope that this poem may simply touch someone else the way He has touched my world.
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Days of Laughter and MusicLaughter creates music in our day. Haiku that hopes you dance through life.
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Peaceful DreamsEvening brings gentle silence and peaceful dreams. Night is beautiful and needed to refresh the body and spirit.
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Take a StandDon't let injustice go unnoticed. Stand up for what is right. Stand up for what you believe in.
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Dance All You CanDancing lifts the soul and makes you feel happy. So dance all you can!
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Soft and SilentHaiku of soft emotions.
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You're Never AloneYou are never alone. Somewhere in the world, someone loves you. Don't turn away from that person who is supportive and kind. Everyone deserves love.
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Losing Your WaySometimes nothing seems to go right and you find yourself sinking in negativity. Getting through it is the key to gaining courage and wisdom.
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The ClownA lively limerick about a clown.
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Light and DarknessThe battle between good and evil is timeless. But good will triumph as we are always at our best when adversity arises.
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Hula Hoops and HopscotchRemember when children played outside all day? Jacks, metal roller skates with keys, and other games were fun and easy. They seem like simpler times than what children have today.
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Welcome to a Child's WorldHave you ever looked through a child's eyes? Have you ever stopped to think of how they feel? While poiticians make false promises and adults argue over political views, the children are hurting...today.
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A Star is BornIt doesn't matter if you can do it well. It matters that you do it happily.
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Uniquely YouColor is so important to our moods, our emotions, and our worlds. It's a reflection of who we are inside as well as what we show to the world.
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Music for the SoulHaiku of music as beauty for the soul.
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Changing YouYou can live with regrets and mistakes or you can chose to rise above them and truly live for today.
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Daddy Don't GoWhen a marriage breaks up, the whole family is affected. Children don't understand unless parents take the time to explain that a parent's love never changes, even if their address does.
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Love UnspokenLove simply is. It's not wanting more from the one who loves you. It's not asking for what the other can't do. Simply appreciate what's given.
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When God Nudges YouWe are here for a purpose, though we may not know what that purpose is. Allow God to guide your path and be ready to give up your comfortable life for something unknown. God knows where we are supposed to be.
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Weathering the StormThe past can sometimes creep up on you and stun you with old feelings. Don't let it win.
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Morning AngelAngels touch you when you least expect it. But they leave a lasting impression always.
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Love in TimeHaiku about feeling the joy of love, if only for a moment.
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It's Christmas EveIt's Christmas eve in Bethlehem. Joy and anticipation fill the air.
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LaughterA first try limerick about laughing without the sound.
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A Mother's TruthA child in foster care believes he knows what to do to get home. A mother needs to tell him the truth. A tale of broken hearts, honest communication, and a family's truths.
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A Healing RainHaiku that heals and brings hope.
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Opening DoorsLife changes, that's a given. Chosing to move forward or chosing to remain stuck in life is the difference between just existing and truly living.
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I've Never Been to IrelandMy dream has been to visit Ireland since I was a little girl. The castles, the cottages, and the people of Ireland just pull at me. I want to see it all!
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All Are PreciousSome people live in loneliness, dispair, and emptiness. I know that and I want to help. But it is an overwhelming task that can only be eased by others who care.
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Giggles and GrinsEnjoy life. No regrets. Hope and love. Laughter and music.
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Be StillThe world is a busy place. Always improving, always moving. Find peace in nature. The sounds, the sights, the feelings.
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Reach OutHaiku. The power of touch can change the world, one person at a time.
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Amazing Gifts from Little AngelsChristmas is a time of giving. Children, however, love Santa and have a long list of wishes. My children surprised me one Christmas by giving more than they received.
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The Power of WordsWords can hurt you. Words can damage relationships, words can heal a heart. Learning to think before we speak can make all the difference.
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PromisesIt's important for those who love you to have confidence in you. Talk it out, be honest, and support your friends as they will also be there for you.
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Season of PeaceSnow, lights, and sprinkles of silver and gold bring feelings of peace during the holiday season. A time to reflect on how we have lived during the year and how we have shown love to those around us.
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Just Color Outside the LinesEmbrace life and all it's ups and downs. Live fully, take chances, and don't be afraid to color outside the lines.
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Gentle JoyWinter haiku
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The Coffee CupMemories can be triggered through items as well as thoughts, smells, or touch. This coffee cup holds much more than coffee.
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A Hero is BornLife can be difficult. But it is through the bad times that heroes are born. Take the time to be part of the process.
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The Devil Made Me Do ItAlways grow, always try to be the best that you can be.
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The SorrowWhat happens when you lose your whole world, especially when you are at fault.
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Empty EyesHeart wrenching time in a little boy's life.
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Live AgainGive back to pay back those who gave to you.
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The Broken-Hearted ChildChildren, especially younger children, don't understand why they can't go home. When removed from their parents, they are also removed from their families, their friends, their schools, and their extracurricular activities.
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Some of My Best Friends Are Remocrats!Let's worry less about the recession being any political party's fault and worry more about what can be done to improve the economy.
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Children Gone Wild!Children need rules and guidelines to make them feel secure and safe. They love routine and thrive in an environment that remains consistent and loving.
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Recipe for FunHave a wonderful day! We all deserve one.
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The Tree StoodNature survives throughout time.
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Life is JoyJust a poem to remind us that there is joy all around us. We just have to see it, feel it, and welcome it.
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Birthday Wishes and Chocolate Covered AntsAnne believes her life is dull and boring. Her friends and family believe otherwise. Read to see who is right.
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Taking ControlRegardless of whether you are jobless, poor, or uneducated, it's time to take control of your life. No excuses, no blame.
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Volunteer Today!Relay for Life is such a great cause! Cancer affects the young, the old, and everyone in between. What better way to show you care than to donate, develop a team, or volunteer to help.
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Find the HopePeople are angry. Republicans are angry at democrats. The employed are angry at the unemployed. Everyone seems to find something wrong in the world. It's time to see the hope that is still alive all around you.
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Silent LoveVillanelle poetry piece written by a novice. Never tried before by this author but definitely fun.
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Homework Help for Parents and ChildrenTips for parents and children on how to create a happy homework experience.
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For the ChildrenMissing babies are making headlines too often. What is being done to assure the safety of our children?
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Politics Simplified?Politics seem to be more about party lines, tea parties, and them versus us rather than issues and needs of the American people. I am getting more confused, the economy is getting worse, and there seem to be no easy answers.
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A Small Town HalloweenSomething strange is happening in this town and to this town one Halloween evening. It has the possibility of changing things forever.
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Five Free Activities for FamiliesParents worry over money, bills, and the cost of raising their families. Spending family time together now takes on a whole new meaning when you can make wonderful memories without counting pennies.
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Becoming a Foster ParentDeciding to become a foster parent means more than giving a bed to a child removed from his/her parents. It means becoming a parent to someone who may have never had one.
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If I Could..Poem that describes what the writer would do for the world, if she could.
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More Than ColorsFall is beautiful. The changing colors, the chill in the air. But fall is truly a season of making memories with the ones you love.
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Thanks to Janet Evanovich I Can Laugh Out Loud!My career is stressful and often sad. My life is busy and often chaotic. Janet Evanovich's books take me away from all that and I enter a world of laughter, fun, and warmth.
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Out of the Frying Pan....Into The FireTrying to get away from a hurricane brought chaos, exhaustion, and family stress to my life. It wasn't a planned trip and it showed!
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Never Again Waiting After 9/11I've always worried...about bills, about my children, about everything! I had put enjoying life behind trying to make my world perfect. 9/11 changed all that. I enjoy NOT being perfect!