Nadine M. Riggs
I am a Christian author, devoted to the work of my Savior, and God. I am a wife of 21 years to my high school sweetheart Harold "Wayne" Riggs, we met in 8th grade, we have 3 adult children Jennifer, Kristen, and Jeremy. The girls are both married and my son-in-laws are Dave, and Matthew, and we have one grandchild Coltyn Jamison Garrison. I have been writing since the age of 10 and have many published poems, with the "Who's Who" in poetry in 2004, as the featured poet from the US. I have one fiction novel The Judgement Line released on 09/08/09.
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I am a retired Registered Nurse of 30 years, with an Associates Degree from New York State Universty, Psychology Major at Norfolk State University, I have been writing Poetry since age ten and have multiple published with Who's Who in Poertry in 2004Motto
I can do anything with the help of my Father God, and Savior Jesus Christ.
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The Battle Near the CaveGary and I had been best friends since elementary school, so once we graduated from high school we enlisted in the Army together. We were infantry and had yet to see any action but we would soon find out that we were right in the middle of a raging war. -
My God's LoveThis is a piece I wrote about the forgiveness, and love of God. -
He Died for You and for MeThis poem speaks of God's love for mankind, and His desire that they would accept His free gift of mercy, and grace given through the sacrificial Lamb of God. -
She Waits for EternityThis is a piece I wrote when I worked in critical care with terminally ill patients. -
To My ChildrenA Piece I Write For My Children -
Jesus, You Are My LightThis is a piece I wrote about forgiveness. -
Passover from a Christian PerspectiveThis is a piece describing what Passover means to the Jewish, and Christian alike.
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Health Alert: Sexually Transmitted Diseases on the Rise in Youths of AmericaSexual promiscuity seems to be a norm in today's society, so it should not be a surprise to see STDs on the rise. Sex pervades the airways as the topic of choice on most television shows, and commercials.
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If OnlyThis is a piece I wrote after my Mother died, we had only a couple of months to make piece with each other after she accepted Jesus, and our relationship was repaired. -
ForgivenThe sinner is forgiven, yet he returns to the world to sin yet again.
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Toyota USA President Jim Lentz Interviews with Digg.Com: Is He Winning Back Trust?This is an editorial on the problems Toyota has been having with their vehicles, and their solutions for fixing both the vehicles, and the owners trust. -
Mr. Green GeneSt. Patrick's day limerick.
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The Writer's LimerickA fun limerick about writing for Associated content. -
AngelsIf we look closely at the people of this world we will see angels of God at work.
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A State of Constant FearThis is a piece about the detrimental effects of Alzheimer's on an aged woman I once cared for in her home. -
A Winter Wonderland in Hampton Roads, VirginiaIn the Hampton Roads area, it often snows all around us, but completely misses us. This time is not a miss, and they are now projecting anywhere from 6-14 inches. -
An Awesome Line-up for Winter Jam 2010This is an article about the line-up for Winter Jam 2010, and my experience after attending the concerts for the last 6 years.
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Little Miss Muffet Ran Away but I Did NotI saw a spider and climbed up on a dresser to get it, and when the spider jumped at me I fell off. Next time I am going to use a ladder. -
Web Induced ADHDSince becoming involved in the use of the internet I have developed the habit of scanning pages to get information, rather then reading the entire article.
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How to Find a Dog Walker You Can TrustHaving someone who is dependable to walk your dog, and trustworthy when they come into your home is important.
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What Should the World Now Do for Haiti?This is a piece concerning the careless comment made by Dr. Pat Robertson of the 700 Club. Dr. Robertson stated that the woes of the poor nation was due to a pact they made with the devil in the 1800's to depose the French government.
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The Atheist HolidayThis is about a joke being sent around in cyberspace about an Atheist who wants a judge to set aside a holiday for their belief system.
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America - the New World Order 2009But President Obama is pushing for it, and at the same time he is cuddling up to countries that until now have been our enemies, all in the name of the New World Order.
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Alone in GethsamneThis is a dedication to my Lord. and Savior, Jesus Christ, as He gave His life for you and me.
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My ChurchThis is a poem written about the true Church, that Jesus Christ gave his life to create.
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Witnesses to the WorldThis is an editorial on the ways of this world and the charge to witness, as we only have to plant the seed, and God will make it grow.
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Obama: We Had the Information but We Failed to Connect the DotsThe President announced to the American people that the agencies we have in place to protect us dropped the ball, but no one would be fired as, "The buck stops here."
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The Hearts of MenThis is an editorial based on fact from the Bible concerning the wages of sin, and how even after committing a grievous sin, God kept His covenant with David.
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Precious MemoriesPoem about those I have loved and lost, and shall see again on the other side of heaven's door.
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Miss Cordie's Last MileThis is a poem I wrote in dedication to a dear friend of mine in the final year of her life. I listened to her description of Heaven's gates and how she was cutting corners trying to reach it, and I put it in verse.
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He Came to MeA poem of love, and hope to lift you up when you are in pain.
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Good-ByeThis piece is about the sorrow that comes from the inability to trust sinful men. Yet peace, trust, love, and everlasting life with Jesus as your guide.
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Take My HandThis is a poem that talks of the Love of God for His children.
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Stop Let Me OffThis is a piece I wrote after seeing a friend frustrated, and confused by a new Computer program.
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EternityThis is a poem describing my thoughts on eternity.
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Tips for Safe Winter Car TravelPreparing the car for safe travel can be important to avoid unnecessary problems. Checking the fluids, tires, and having the proper equipment is necessary.
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Ten Most Valuable Things to Use WiselyThe things in your life you need to use wisely that God has given you, such as time, money, talent, opportunity, etc.
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Pregnant Soldiers to Be Court-martialedSoldiers who become pregnant have to be removed from duty within a two week time period, so in order to prevent the loss of personnel the army is threatening legal action against the offenders.
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The Benefeits of Attending a Smaller ChurchAttending a small church can be more personal, and fulfilling as the love they share for one another is genuine. I have attended Bethel United Methodist Church for 12 years, and hope tp be there until I die.
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Blizzard of 2009Snow falling at greater then 1-2inches per hour
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Baby Boomers Challenge Hospitals AgainOsteoporosis, spinal injuries, osteoarthritis, and deaths due to falls may be on the rise due to the baby boom generation.
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BlessingsLifes Blessings are not always what they seem.
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My Dream for the Year 2010This is my hope and dream for everyone in 2010
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Is Santa Real?The little girl next door said that if my daughter believed in Santa then she could not be a Christian.
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Christmas BabeChristmas Haiku
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Are You Dizzy?This article list the various causes of vertigo, the etiology of, and treatment for vertigo.
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Soccer Anyone?This article describes the different viewpoint of why the Americans will never accept soccer as one of their favorite past-times. It lists the top five reasons with a few other complaints thrown in.
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Jesus ChristThis is a piece I wrote about the death of Jesus upon the cross.
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Merry Christmas to AllThis is a poem I wrote to defend the right of American Christians to say, and celebrate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.
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Bacteria and How They Become Resistant to AntibioticsThis is an article on bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics, and what to do to prevent this from happening.
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Amazing ChristmasThis is a piece I wrote for a challenge and has Google Hot trends keywords, and second keyword from AC Search, about the meaning of Christmas.
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Lord, How Long?This is a piece I wrote to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Man's Faithful FriendThis story is about the loving dogs who have passed in and out of our lives. My family has enjoyed our four-legged babies.
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Her GardenThis is a piece I wrote in memory of a friend I took care of in her home for four years prior to her death. She loved nothing more then to work in her beautiful garden,
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Rosh Hashanah (The Jewish New Year) RecipesThe Jewish New Year was celebrated on September 18th of 2009, and is on September 8th in 2010, it is celebrated at sundown as with all Jewish religious days. The foods eaten on Rosh Hashanah have are symbolic of what they hope for the coming year.
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My Worst VacationI had scheduled a vacation in February to go, and see my family in Baltimore, Maryland but due to a freak snow fall it is very disappointing. I could not drive my car, so had no transportation once we arrived there on the Greyhound bus.
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How to Stay Healthy During Winter TravelDuring the winter months we find ourselves traveling to visit relatives, and friends but we need to remain healthy during these instances, so here are a few tips.
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When Depression is in the FamilyMy husband has had problems with depression since 1997, and it has an affect on the entire family. Depression is treatable but never cured, so he will continue to have to take medication for the rest of his life.
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Thankful in 2009This piece is about the things I am most thankful for in 2009, and although I have to admit I cannot pick just one thing.
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Turkey HaikuThis is my attempt at turkey haiku, I hope you enjoy.
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Fibromyalgia from a Patient's PerspectiveMy experience of living with fibromyalgia, and treatments prescribed by my physicians. How stress and heredity are related, and what can be done to help relive the pain and make life more enjoyable.