Elaine

Elaine

l was born and raised in Texas. I have a daughter and 2 sons who are the loves of my life. In addition to writing, I also enjoy photography, capturing in pictures those emotions which I cannot put into words. I see writing and photography as extensions of myself -- a part of me that I enjoy sharing with others.

FAVORITE QUOTES: "The best love is the kind that awakens the soul: that makes us reach for more, that plants the fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds." Noah Calhoun- (The Notebook)

If I get it all down on paper it's no longer inside of me threatening the life it belongs to... Anna Nalick - Breathe

...Yet if we are bold,
love strikes away the chains of fear
from our souls.

We are weaned from our timidity
In the flush of love's light
we dare be brave
And suddenly we see
that love costs all we are
and will ever be.
Yet it is only love
which sets us free. Maya Angelou - Touched by an Angel
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  • The Weight
    "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28 -- And He does!
  • Tonight
    Being alone, sleeping alone. When the relationship ends, nighttime can be the hardest. It's a time often spent reflecting on what's missing, but a good time to spend remembering what you do have - yourself.
  • Runaway
    Running away or running to? She's always running somewhere... in search of herself.
  • With Love, to My Twin Sister
    Going way back in my memory to a time when I was a "stinker" to my twin sister, so thankful for having her in my life and that I didn't have to dodge safety pins throughout the years!
  • The Pink Robe
    If you can't see the whole picture, don't just make an assumption based on the way something "feels." It not may be what you think!
  • Tuesday Morning
    If you find someone special, who makes you feel special, don't get lost in the business of life and let them go. Finding someone who makes you see "fireworks" doesn't happen every day. Tell them. Show them. Write your own love story...
  • Pot of Gold
    There are many challenges to being a single parent, but also many opportunities for lasting memories; make the most out of all of them. And most importantly, always remember to laugh!
  • Zip Up Your Purse
    Mom's words of wisdom are treasures that, growing up, we often don't give much thought to, but do take to heart.
  • I Kissed an Ashtray
    A first kiss is definitely something memorable, but not always in a good way...
  • The Web
    Learning to be single again isn't easy, but life does go on - Who knows what tomorrow holds. Could be a blessing in disguise...
  • Purple Flowers
    It's time for a change in my life. Losing a job is hard, but there is hope that it will lead to something better.
  • Mr. Wonderful
    A man with integrity, genuine and honest - someone real. It's wonderful!
  • To Get to You
    Going the distance to make it work when it seems impossible is how things happen.
  • Catching that Moment
    Learning to appreciate every day as something special is a decision. It involves consciously looking for the moments each day as they happen.
  • Confessions from a Bathroom Floor
    A remembrance of relationship that died, from the view of the bathroom floor.
  • The Ghost of Breakfast Past
    Reflecting on a breakfast we shared that didn't turn out "perfect" but left me with a funny memory and a lesson in putting each other first.
  • My Mom
    A young girl expresses her feelings on life without a dad, and the love she has for her mom.
  • Do You See Me?
    In many of our lives there has been heartache, in many different forms, that has led us to a place where things are no longer as they once were. Dealing with the reality that things have changed is a part of growing, and accepting it is a part of healing.
  • Perfect Profile, Not so Perfect Match
    Pictures can be deceiving, as I found out the hard way in my first attempt at on-line dating. Be prepared for anything when you meet for the first time. Remember, it's a "zoo" out there! You might just be surprised!
  • The Snitch
    As he began to curse loudly he heard a gurgling voice calling his name. He turned around and saw that same bloody face with two bruised eyes staring at him. No... it couldn't be her... It was Mildred, knuckles bloodied from pounding his car!
  • Two Dead Girls
    A hauntingly funny, yet true account of a past Halloween misadventure shared between two adventurous friends, a "legend" that, by all accounts, is still being told in a small town somewhere today.
  • On-line Romance Scams 101
    A summary of one type of on-line dating scam referred to as the Romance Scam with emphasis on the Nigerian Romance Scam as detailed in the website Romancescam.com

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