Rayda L. Renshaw
Originally from Juneau, Alaska, Rayda Renshaw started writing as an outlet for shyness. She's written a couple songs, several short stories and is working on her first book, a fantasy called Wyndhaven. Rayda left Alaska in 2008 and now lives in Oregon.
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Bureaucratic Oppression of the Elderly, DisabledWhen the national budget's pie chart shows over 70 percent of the total budget going toward the military while only 16 percent is going to welfare, why do the bureaucrats insist on making the cuts on the welfare portion?
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Fatalism and Nihilism and Their Place in the Film IndustryThe film industry has huge influence over the mindset of the nation. Should they not, therefore, show caution when creating their product?
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Proud MomentsParticipation in the July 4th parade - wonderful memories! -
Feral Cats: Part of the Environment or Pest?Why local government needs to act on this serious problem. Efforts of private citizens just aren't enough to remedy the situation.
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Online Savings Accounts Offering High Interest Rates? Buyer Beware!After trying it out, I found that all was not gold.
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The Blind Side - Not so BlindRedefining the term "Feel-Good Movie", Sandra Bullock shines in this true to life story of triumph over unbelievable odds.
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Of Mice and MenThe story of itinerant workers in trouble who can't win for losing. Two men, one of them mentally challenged, linked together in a bond of caring find themselves in an impossible situation.
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FrequencyI never heard of this movie before but the previews looked interesting so I gave it a try. What a surprisingly excellent film!
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Inkheart - Almost a Good MovieAfter the previews, this film was a let-down.
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How to Make Golf Tee AngelChenilles, beads and golf tees combine to make a sparkling and easy to make hot glue project. -
Wyndhaven Chapter 2As Alvina grows, her adventures begin.
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Undercover Blues: Too Cute for WordsLittle known film that bears watching. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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The Floor Store in John Day, OregonWhen they said $600, I expected a lot more than this! What I got was maybe worth $300. Maybe!
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Wyndhaven Chapter 1When Elvina, the cobbler's wife, bowls over an elf in the middle of a rainstorm, she receives a curse for her clumsiness. Take a peek into this enchanting fantasy book in progress as I publish one chapter at a time.
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Mother's TeachingsThe wisdom of hindsight is brought forth in this poetic tribute to a mother who never seemed happy with the way her family was.
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Liberty's PriceThoughts in the aftermath of the 9/11 disaster.
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Hidden TreasureA peek inside the unwanted shell.
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Oh, Mother!What happens when a grown child resents a simple request from her aging mother?
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GypsyAn insightful poem of reflection.
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The Mannequin in the WindowNo one could guess exactly what was going on with the mannequin in the window. There was no clue until the night the house was broken into.
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Heaven SpentA tribute to a lost loved one. Reflections on the part they played in my life and the recognition that not everyone is the same but all are of worth nonetheless.
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My Last WishA metered poem describing the author's final wishes.
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Mist-eryA deep and imaginative descriptive of a typical southeast Alaska morning.
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Unopened ChristmasWhen was the original Christmas gift truly opened?