Philip Theibert
Theibert’s latest three books are:
• The Blockbuster Book of Brain Expanding, Creativity Enhancing, Writing Exercises
• Potato Chip Economics
• The Most Creative, Escape the Ordinary, Excel at Public Speaking Ever.
Additional books include:
• Business Writing for Busy People
• How To Give A Damn Good Speech
• Lessons in Corporate Change
Articles have been published in
• The Wall Street Journal
• Writer s Digest
• Toast Masters
• Executive Speaker
• Vital Speeches and other publications.
Short stories and poems have appeared in
• Mobius
• AURA,
• The Steel Toe Literary Review,
• WIngspans and other publications.
Theibert is a Pushcart Prize nominee. Theibert’s website is www.writingcoachnow.com
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• The Blockbuster Book of Brain Expanding, Creativity Enhancing, Writing Exercises
• Potato Chip Economics
• The Most Creative, Escape the Ordinary, Excel at Public Speaking Ever.
Additional books include:
• Business Writing for Busy People
• How To Give A Damn Good Speech
• Lessons in Corporate Change
Articles have been published in
• The Wall Street Journal
• Writer s Digest
• Toast Masters
• Executive Speaker
• Vital Speeches and other publications.
Short stories and poems have appeared in
• Mobius
• AURA,
• The Steel Toe Literary Review,
• WIngspans and other publications.
Theibert is a Pushcart Prize nominee. Theibert’s website is www.writingcoachnow.com
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Fading Love - a HaikuHow you can tell when love is fading
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Lewis and Clark ExploreWhat did Lewis and Clark take with them on their trip?
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What's Fishy About This PoemThe All Fish Baseball Team
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The Fame FactoryWhat can you order at the fame factory?
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The Bitterness of LoveHow love can turn bitter
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The Problem with PoetryThe problem with poetry is it cannot feel
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Free Graduation SpeechIt's graduation time again and here is a speech you can use.
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Leaving the NestHow cats take advantage of birds leaving the nest too soon
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Memorial Day Acrostic PoemAn acrostic poem for Memorial Day
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The Original Instant MessageHow baseball invented the instant message
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How to Write a Winning Marketing Proposal for Your BookIs your book marketing proposal too weak? Here's how to write a winning marketing proposal to sell that book.
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Fly Ball AnxietyPlaying right field can be tough for any kid
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Long WinterA haiku bemoaning the long winter
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SignalsWomen should use baseball signals
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Movie Review of "42"A movie review on 42 - the movie about Jackie Robinson.
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May Day PoemWhat does a child think about May Day
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Parcel 0534What the country recorded does not know
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Real WealthWhere you can find the real wealth is sports
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But I Can Fix ItWhat happens when a man attempts to fix a simple leak
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The Outfield WallWhat happens when an outfielder hits the wall
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What is a Writer's Favorite Dinosaur?What dinosaur do writers like best? A riddle poem
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Baseball ProspectHow many baseball prospects never make it?
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Fishing HaikuWhat do fisherman ask fish?
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Grandmother Explains Cooking MeasurementsThe cooking measurements my grandmother used
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Minor League Road TripDetails of a minor league baseball road trip
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For the YoungWhy baseball is for the young
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Sale on PunsA poem about puns
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ScorebookWhat a scorebook represents
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Offering ReliefWhy I would call my bar The Bullpen
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The BullpenA day in the bullpen
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The Secret to a Long MarriageHere is the one piece of advice that will help your marriage
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The Timing of LifeWhere is your next square in life
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A Day in the Old West: A Reading Exercise for KidsHere is a story that your child should read closely. Can he or she pick out what doesn't belong in the story?
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The Golden Rules of PitchingHere are the five Golden Rules of Pitching
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Check the DateWhy you need to know the date.
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Pick Up GameMeaning of pick up
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Animal CrackersYou are what you eat?
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Placebo TimeWhy Daylight Saving Time should be called Placebo Time
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On the EdgesDo we al live on the edges?
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A Baseball Poem for KidsA reading comprehension exercise for kids. This is also a good ESL exercise to help with American idioms
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Haberdashery?What you buy at a haberdashery
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In the RunningA description of a love life
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Escaping Business SpeakBy adding "ize" to vebs, business people think they sound smarter.
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Daylight Savings Time Equals Time TravelThe magic of daylight saving time
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How They Choose a PopeHere's how they really choose a Pope
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For Sale: One BatGolf clubs, bat and fishing rod for sale - all defective
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The ERA of LifeHow to apply the Earned Run Average to your life
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The Aging WriterHow a writer ages
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Spring Training is Here: Know These Baseball TermsHere are some obscure baseball terms that are fun to know to amaze astonish your friends.
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An Automated PoemIf machines wrote poems
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A Tribute to Earl WeaverEarl Weaver, the famed Oriole manager, died this year and among his accomplishments was getting kicked out of at least 100 games by umpires.
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Baseball Word of DayA word every baseball coach should know
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Baseball Coach's WishThis is the time of year, baseball coaches stare out the window and wait for Spring.
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Baseball Announcer SchoolHow to get a job as a baseball announcer
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Cliche PoemYou can lead a politician to water but ....
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Yankee DiscipleAn insight into the religion of the Yankees
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How to Set Up an EssayA clear explanation of how to set up an essay using thesis and topic sentences.
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Worst Joke EverFor you pleasure and amusement, we are pleased to introduce the worst joke ever.
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If Baseball Had Cartoon Sound EffectsHow would cartoon sound effects sound in a baseball game?
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Pain of a ClownFeel the pain of a clown
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Cartoon Medical SchoolWhy can't my doctor go to cartoon medical school ?
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Lazy TextingHow lazy can you be to save no letters or just one letter when texting?
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Rules of LoveRemember the rules of love
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Jazz Age BabeHere's how they talked about about Babe Ruth in the 20's
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No RespectI am so short that ....
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Lance TalksDoes it balance out?
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Pontius Pilate Asks a QuestionPontius
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Beware of CatsWhy you cannot trust cats
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American PerspectiveA poem about what we consider News in America
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Gangster Squad Delivers the Goods for Pulp Magazine BuffsGangster Squad is a must-see for Pulp Fiction fans
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News Item: Cats is the Most Popular Minor League Team NameA poem about baseball cats
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Wyatt Earp and Gun ControlHow did Wyatt Earp handle gun control?
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The 50 Top Relationship Questions You Must Answer HonestlyHere are the top 50 relationship questions you must ask.
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If William Carlos Williams Wrote Baseball PoemsHow would William Carlos Wiliams write a baseball poem. A Parody
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Baseball Alliteration Hall of FameThose players who deserve to be in the Baseball Alliteration Hall of Fame
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What Are You Thinking?How to respond when asked. "What are you thinking?
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The I Told You So'sIt's the I Told You So's I dread.
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Tribute to the Wiisdom of AgingYou don't get old, you get smarter
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Cartoon CongressIs Congress chasing the Road Runner?
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Django is No BlockbusterDjango has several flaws including lack of originality and suspense.
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After ChristmasA poem about after Christmas.
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The SlumpWhat do you do to break a batting slump?
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Marx Brothers LogicHow the Marx brothers might explain what day it isn't
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A World of Opportunity AwaitsDealing with lost opportunities
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Bad ProseWhat do you call bad prose?
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The Tunnel of AgeConsider your journey through the Tunnel of Age
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Nutritionists Write SantaHere is a peek inside the running battle between Santa and nutritionists.
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Shortest Best Writing Advice EverHere is the best writing advice you will ever receive
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New Uses for the ClapperSoem new marketing ideas for the Clapper.
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Would You Still Believe?What would happen if they found the body of Christ?
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How to Enjoy Hassle-free Christmas ShoppingTips for hassle free Christmas shopping.
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Dad's 12 Days of ReturnsBeware of the gifts you buy your poor father, Some may be returned.
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Pizza LoveA sad story of a brief love affair
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The Quickest Way to Lose Excess WeightThe quickest way to lose that excess baggage
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Review of Movie: LincolnLincoln is a must see movie.
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Your DownfallA haiku about the futility of being productive
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The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Thank You LetterA thank you letter you can send if someone sends you twelve drummers...
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How to Write a Timed EssayA list of key words that will help you write a timed essay.
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Key Tips for Holiday Gift WrappingThis year, surprise and impress your friends with your gift wrapping skills.
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Winter Time BluesWhy the winter time blues hit me.
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Why Ted is a Must-see Movie for All WomenTed represents that one thing that men hang on to that is detrimental to your relationship
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Top Games to Play on HalloweenHere are some games we can all play on Halloween
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How to Use "Speed Bump" WordsWith more and more people skimming, than actually reading articles, writers must use "speed bump" words.
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Baseball Rain DelayHow baseball managers view rain delays.
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The Hitter's Serenity PrayerA serenity prayer for baeball players everyhwere.
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The Designated WorkerWe need a designated worker rule.
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Needed: Pinch HittersWhat if we could have pinch hitters in life?
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Bench WarmerThe bench warmer waits for his glory days.
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The Generic CandidateWhat every candidate must say!
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Double-KnottingIs the best safety tip, "Tie your shoes or you will trip?"
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If You Were in a Western?What part would you play in a western
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Dad - How to Spend More Time with Your ChildA young son has a simple request for his dad.
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Play Offs Are Your LifePlayoff games represent your life.
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The Football of LifeWhat game film can capture life?
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Halloween Poem for DadsHere is a Halloween Poem showing how kind and generous Dads are during Halloween.
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Bringing MusicA poem about someone who brings music to a life.
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Why You Haven't Heard from JesusThere is a perfectly good reason you have not heard from Jesus
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Ladder of Success - HaikuHave you ever heard a ladder story that ended well?
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What United States Must Do to Gain Top Obesity RankingWe have become a nation of slackers and other nations are outpacing us in the obesity race. Here is what we must do to gain the Number One spot.
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Hammock LoveA poem about hammocks
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Teacher Near VacationHow does a teacher feel after a long semester?
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A Great Halloween Activity: What is Your List of the Top Ten Scariest Things ?As a teacher, this exercise will help you to get to know your students better and give you insights into what their generation worries about.
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Maxwell's DemonIf Maxwell's Demon can win,can you beat aging?
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A Pear of Pairs?Why English is hard to learn
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A Talk with My BodyWhen did my body start complaining so much?
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God and UmpiresHere is why God is like an umpire
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Baseball MortalityHow baseball players die.
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Ten Rules for Baseball and LifeHere are rules that apply to baseball and life
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Playing a Shallow LifeAre you playing a shallow life?
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Red Sox EntropyHow to measure the Red Sox's decline.
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Five Labor Day Trips for Under Five BucksHere are five close-to-home Labor Day trips you can take for under five bucks.
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A Child's PerspectiveThe dangers of a child's perspective.
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Banned Baseball WordsHere are the words that should be banned from baseball.
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Ten Cool Grammar/Writing Facts You Should KnowHere are ten cool facts about writing and grammar that everyone should know.
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Don't Make These Classic Grammar/Wwriting MistakesDo you make any of the top 20 grammar mistakes? Well stop it ! Now!
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An Invitation to Challenge MortalityPlease join me at the bar at second and fifth as we challenge mortality..
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A Father's ExplanationHow a father struggles to explain why he does not like his daughter's boyfriend.
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To a Son Going to CollegeWhat do fathers feel when their sons leave for college?
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JiltedHow some men react to being jilted or to a breakup.
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Things We Don't Talk About..Please don't mention the "incident" to outsiders.
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Olympic Events You Can Play at HomeHere are five Olympic events you can play at home.
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How Do You Judge?A haiku that asks a basic question about your life.
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The Pirates: Band of Misfits is FUNNYThe Pirates is the most creative movie of the year.
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Walking HomeA father and son walk home after a baseball game
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Three Stooges a Real YUK YUK YUK FestWhy the Three Stooges is high comedy for men, low brow for Women.
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The Modern KitchenA magical device found in most modern kitchens
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What Items to Avoid in Your Back to School ShoppingHere are five key items that should not be on your back to school shopping list.
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Twisted LogicA haiku showcasting twisted logic
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I was a Wise Man Dealing with YouthA short poem of how my teenagers do not understand how wise I am
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First World WorriesWhat is it like to live in the Land of the Worried Well?
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Escape the PastWise words from my father - a haiku.
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Why Isn't Hollywood Calling?A few tips on how I would rewrite the movie Spiderman.
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How to Get Published :The Shoebox MethodAn author and publishing marketing director reveals the real keys to getting that book published
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Back to School PoemThis poem is dedicated to all those returning to school.
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Moving DayThe angst of moving day,
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Strange Days of AugustHere are many of the strange days that we celebrate in Auigust.
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Fourth of July BoomA dedication to the Fourth of July -
Hanging OutA poem for the person you lke to " hang ou" with .
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Joys of HikingThe thoughts of a panic stricken hiker.
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Poem for Vegetarian BarbecueTips on how to to enjoy a barbecue with vegetarian guests.
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Grammar HospitalA fun way for English Teachers to teach grammar.
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A Hail of BulletsWhy do criminals, in cheap mysteries, always die in a hail of bullets?
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Choose Your Life Gear: A HaikuThere are three gears for life. Which one will you choose?
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Confessions of a JunkieHow does it feel when you are hooked on a bad habit? Where do you get your supply?
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An Ode to SummerAh yes, those warm summer evenings, dips in the lake and times to remember as we grow old.
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Airlines to Charge for Emotional BaggageAirlines will soon charge extra for emotional baggage. -
The Baseball CloserHow a closing pitcher in baseball can heighten your insecurities.
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Graduation AdviceHere are reasons you should not always take advice .
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Why You Never Take a Man's AdviceNever trust a man who has been drinking - they make up things.
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How to Write and Give the Best and Most Sincere Graduation Speech EverA professional speechwriter offers a concise guide to a great graduation speech.
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Rock , Paper, ScissorsHow a relationship can be a form of the game Rock, Paper, Scissors
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Big League WorriesMany minor league ball players have big league worries
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Graduation Poem for Mom and DadMom and Dad are excited that their new college graduate, $100,00 later, has made plans to move in with them!
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She Finds Me SpecialHow dare they call this email from my new bride spam. I think she really loves me. Or rmaybe not?
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StrokeExploring the terror of having a stroke.
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Please Get Your Systems Checked OutWhy you need a yearly health check up.
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Complaints of a Loquacious AuthorHow does an author feel when told to cut his precious words?
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How to LIve Your LifeAdvice from an old man on how to live your life.
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Umbrella Parts and InstructionsAn umbrella goes by many names and has many, yet one thing is certain. When it is raining, you will forget it at home.
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The Real Rules of GolfHere are the real rules of golf you learn too late.
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Ode to a KnuckleballI worship the pitch that makes strong men weep - the knuckleball.
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Was that Necessary?The Phrase for All ParentsWhen you find yourself saying "Was that necessary", welcome to parenthood.
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The Bell of DivorceHow divorce is like a heavyweight fight -
Keep in MIndWhere is the best place to keep an idea and watch it grow?
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Ideas for a 2012 Graduation SpeechAre you giving a graduation speech? Here is a short graduation speech you can borrow ideas from.
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My Mother DyingMy mother was surprised that she was dying and here is why.
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Mother's Day LamentThere are certain times you miss a mother.
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How Writers, Teachers and Students Can Use the Box Approach to Write a Winning EssayThis article shows students and writers how to use a simple box approach to write a winning essay.
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A Player to Be Named LaterYoung children are often confused by the phrases we use. Here is one such example.
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My Son - the High D StudentWhat steps should parents take when their son brags about earning the grade of a High D?
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Grocery Shopping PurgatoryThe little old lady looks so sweet until she is in front of you at the checkout counter at the grocery store.
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How to Make a Living as a WriterHere is practical advice on how to survive as a writer.
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Drinking with a ClownHere is why you should never drink with a clown - and I don't mean your boss.
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Lady Luck KnocksThis is an overview of what it is like at midnight in a casino.
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What Worries MeWhat worries me is any word with the word "sub" in it . Here is why..
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Why the Bible is OutdatedThe biblical saying, "Many are called, but few are chosen" doesn't ring true anymore.
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How Baseball Teaches You to LiveWe can take lessons from baseball and learn to live life to the fullest.
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EthicsA poem about what happens when you seek revenge.
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The Seven Thoughts of Highly Successful DogsWhile you are watching your baseball game, what is your highly successful dog thinking?
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Granddad and the BearA story grandmother told all the grandkids about granddad and the bear. Bear with me on this.