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The Day of JudgmentWhat if the end of the world happened today. Would you be ready? -
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The LionHaiku
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The Hunter (Haiku)A Haiku
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The Beautiful Women of Star TrekMoreover, Capt. Kirk (William Shatner) was saddled with the enviable task of seducing at least one of them each week.
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Georgia Officially Adds Its Name to the Growing List of States Targeting the PoorGov. Nathan Deal (R-GA) signed legislation that would require Food Stamp recipients to undergo drug testing before receiving benefits. -
What the Qur’an Says About Alien LifeThe question whether intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe or not has dogged humankind for centuries.
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The Dock (Haiku)Haiku -
Meditation (Haiku)Haiku
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The Horrors of Female Genital MutilationOne of the most brutal and devastating acts that one human being could possibly perpetrate against another is female genital mutilation (FGM). -
How the President Snookered His Republican OpponentsThe president lured his republican opponents into a protracted debate about social issues while they had fully inteded to pound away at him on the economy. -
Jenny Lynn Anderson: A Profile in CourageIn 1990, Jenny Lynn Anderson was sexually assaulted in her hotel room in Atlanta Ga. She wrote a book about her ordeal and spoke about it at a book signing at the Statesboro Library. This is my account of what she said. -
Why Republicans Should Support the Affordable Care ActAs it stands, the fate of the Affordable Care Act is in the hands of the Supreme Court.Also published on: -
Child Support (Limerick)Limerick
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The Benefits of Having an Etch-A-Sketch PresidentIn an interview, Mitt Romney's communications director discribed the candidate as an Etch-A-Sketch when aske if he was concerned that Romney's shift to the far-right during the primaries could come back to haunt him in the general election.
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My Hoodie and MeA poem
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Has Tiger Finally Exorcised His Demons?Tiger Woods won this years Bay Hill Classic
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The Angel of HopeSometimes, when it seems like we're at the end of our rope, all we need is to look within our selves for the needed strength to go on.
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Florida’s ‘Stand Your Ground’ Law: A License to Kill?On February 26, 2012, Trayvon Martin was shot and killed. The killer sought protection from prosecution under Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law.
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Should We Withdraw Our Troops from Afghanistan?After a decade in Afghanistan, violence is escalating.
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The Rainbow (Haiku)Haiku
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The RainforestAn Earth Day poem.
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Are the Republicans Trying to Lose the 2012 Election?Republicans have chosen to target abortion and contraception as a campaign issue; but, will it cost them the White House?
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Should Israel Attack Iran’s Nuclear Sites?There have been reports that Irael could attack iran as early as this Spring.
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The Hawk (Haiku)Haiku
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The Rodeo Star (Limerick)Limerick
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The Visitor (A Poem)Some people don't seem to realise when they've overstayed their welcome.
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Mitt Romney: The ChameleonDuring the course of his campaign, Mitt Romney has made some minor adjustments to his image, to say the least. This article list only a couple.
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Statesboro (Finally) Gets a FestivalStatesboro Music Festival set to make its debut this weekend
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River Street (Limerick)Limerick
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My Love (Haiku)Haiku
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Rudy Giuliani Coming to Statesboro, GeorgiaRudy Giuliani will deliver a lecture on leadership at the Hanner Fieldhouse on the GSU campus March 28, 2012.
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The Pilot (Limerick)Don't wait 'til its too late to pary.
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The Wishing Well (Limerick)A Limerick about false hope.
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Star Trek (Limerick)To go where no man has gone before
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The Weather (Haiku)Haiku
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Could We Have Had the Internet a Decade Sooner?Amazingly, we had the internet at our finger tips in the early 80's , but failed to take advantage of it at that time.
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The Revolutionary Association of Women of AfghanistanYou won't hear about this group on your local news, but RAWA is intimately involved in the struggle for human rights for women in Afghanistan.
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HellA not so pleasant description of purgatory
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The Patient (Limerick)Limerick
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AspirinA parody of Foster Fries' statement that women should put an aspirin between their knees to protect against having sex.
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The Grandmaster (Limerick)Beware of who you seek a match with in a chess club
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The Hog ThiefCrime does not pay
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The Brick LayerLimerick humor
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The Great MigrationHaiku
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The Writer (Limerick)Limerick
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The Kiss (Limerick)Limerick
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The Spawning (Haiku)Haiku
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Roto Rooter (Limerick)Humorous limerick
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The Song Bird (a Tribute to Whitney Houston)This is a humble attempt, by me, to put into words what Whitney meant to so many of us.
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Twitter (Limerick)Humorous limerick
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Flynn (Limerick)Funny limerick
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Polly (Limerick)Humorous limerick
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Statesboro (Limerick)Humorous limerick
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Daisies (Haiku)Haiku
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Tarzan (Limerick)Humorous limerick
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Tornado (Limerick)Humorous limerick
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The Leprechaun (Limerick)St. Patricks day limerick
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Seamus (Limerick)A tribute to Mitt Romney's dog
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Yellowstone (Haiku)Haiku
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Myrtle (Limerick)Limericks
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Rover (Limerick)Limerick
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The Gazu (Limerick)Limerick
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Valentine's Day LimerickA Limerick
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JimLimerick
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Is Mitt Romney a Real Conservative?Although Mitt Romney claims to be a conservative, his record tells a different story.
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SandyLimerick
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WinterHaiku
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Does Obama’s Contraception Initiative Infringe Upon the Freedom of Religion?The President's plan to provide easy access to reproductive services for all women has been criticized as an infringement upon religious freedom. But, is it really?
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Santorum’s Stunning TrifectaRick Santorum has shaken up the Republican race with his clean sweep Tuesday night.
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Can Gingrich Derail the Romney Juggernaut?Newt Gingrich, the self-appointed inheritor of Regan conservatism, is in a battle for his political life.
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The Chocolate Covered SurpriseA chocolate by any other name tastes just as sweet
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Black History MonthWith MLK celebrations concluding barely a week ago another celebration of culture is fast approaching: Black History Month. BHM was founded by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926 (Then known as Black History Week).
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The Drum Major for PeaceMartin Luther King Jr. once described himself as a, "Drum major for peace."
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Whole Milk VS 2% MilkA synopsis of the battle between whole and 2% milk
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What About a Two State Solution?The israeli/Palestinian problem has persisted for over four decades, so why not try somrthing different?
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“Breathless,” Book ReviewIn this article I review Koontz's "Breathless" to see if it measures up to the high standards we have come to expect from him.
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Whatever Happened to America Online?A look at the once powerful internet provider, AOL.
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“Attraction” Acrostic PoemThis is the eleventh in a series of poems for people in recovery.
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“Arrogance” Acrostic PoemThis is the tenth in a series of poems for people in recovery
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What’s Behind the Public’s Fascination with Celebrity Pregnancies?The entertainment world is immediately set abuzz whenever there's a rumor or confirmation of a celebrity pregnancy.
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Sarah Palin and Soylent GreenPalin's death-panels remark added more fuel to the already heated health care debate.
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"Anxiety" Acrostic PoemThis is the ninth in a series of poems for people in recovery.
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Republican Presidential HopefulsThe current crop of Republican contenders for Obam's job are all seasoned politicians. So it is surprising to see them make so many gaffs-gaffs that are ruining their image among a disgruntled public.
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"Anonymity" Acrostic PoemThis is the eighth in a series of poems for people in recovery
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"Anger" Acrostic PoemThis is the seventh in a series of poems for people in recovery
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"Amends" Acrostic PoemThis is the sixth in a series of poems for people in recovery.
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"Ambition" Acrostic PoemThis is the fifth in a series of poems for people in recovery
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"Aloneness" Acrostic PoemThis is the fourth in a series of poems for people in recovery
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"Alibi" Acrostic PoemThis is the third in a series of poems for people in recovery
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"Admission" Acrostic PoemThis is the second in a series of poems for people in recovery
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"Acceptance" Acrostic PoemThis is the first in a series of inspirational poems for people in recovery.
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Why Deen Kootnz is My Favorite Sci-Fi AuthorI read my first Deen Koontz novel just this summer and was hooked. Koontz's mastery of the paranrmal and unique style left me salivating for more. No sooner than I finish one do I pick up another.
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"Invisible" Muslims in AmericaJust as not all Christians and Jews were crucifixes and stars of David, not all Muslims wear kufis and veils.
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A Step-By-Step Guide to Building StepsIf you are a DIY and your old wooden steps have become an eyesore, then this brief step-by-step guide can show you how to replace them with with more attractive brick steps that you can build yourself.
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The Death Penalty RevisitedStatesboro Herald's assistant editor Eddie Ledbetter was invited to watch the execution of Roy Willard Blankenship at the GA Diagnostic prison at Jackson.
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Adult Summer Reading Program at the Local LibraryIf you love to read as I do, then consider adding another dimension to your reading experience by joining an adult reading club.
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O.J. Simpson: Oprah's Dream InterviewOprah says she wants to interview O.J., but only if he willing to fess-up.
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Why Are African American Women so Crazy?A list of ten of the top things African American women do to drive their men crazy.
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How Do We Separate Arab Culture from Islam?An examination of the dividing line between Arab culture and Islam.
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Does the Qur'an Promote Slavery?A comparative look at slavery in the Qur'an and the Bible.
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Is it OK for a Christian to Marry a Muslim?This article sheds light on Christianity's not-so-well kept secret about its opposition to interreligious marriages.
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Does the Qur'an Instruct Muslims to Cut Off the Hands of Thieves?This is an examination of another verse that has been severely misinterpreted by both Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
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Swimming UpstreamSometimes life is like swimming against the currents.
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Are African Americans Becoming the New Racist?A response to Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain's outrageous idea of requiring Muslims to sign a loyalty oath.
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Hooray for the Redbox!A revolutionary way to rent DVDs
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Some (More) Verses from the Qur'anThe Qur'an is replete with words of wisdom, so why isn't its verses quoted more by Muslims?
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Should Adults Over 50 Pursue a College Education?Many seniors are returning to school and staking their claim in a dwindling job market.
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How Did Jennifer Hudson Accomplish What Oprah Couldn't?Rumors abound that Hudson had surgery.
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A Father's Day Acrostic PoemA tribute to fathers everywhere.
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What Does the Word "Jihad" Mean?This is a layman's point of view about a word that has attained mythical status because of incorrect and overuse.
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Independence Day Acrostic PoemAmerica will celebrate her 235 birthday on July 4, 2011
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A Race or Community:If we are all different races, then how many races are there?
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Similarities Between the Bible and the Qur'anMany of the prophets mentioned in the Bible are also mentioned in the Qur'an and there are some similarities in the stories related in both books. But should this really be considered a bad thing?
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A Lesson in HumilityIt is good to do good for others, but our intentions should be right also.
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Uncovering My Character DefectsIf you believe you are perfect, as I once did, then you will love reading this article about how I discovered some kinks in my armor.
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What is an Alcoholic?There are over 12 million alcoholics in the US.
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Does God Answer Our Prayers?A story about rediscovering the power of prayer.
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Change We Can Believe InMost of us have become resigned to the fact that change is inevitable.
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Do Miracles Still Occur?This article examines whether there is a single barometer by which all miracles are measured.
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Are Conservatives Inherently Mean?Republican Governor Rick Scott is demanding all welfare recipients be drug tested before receiving benefits.
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Does the Qur'an Say that Salt Water and Fresh Water Will Not Mix?In this article I explain what is meant by Qur'an, 25:53
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The Rapture:Harold Camping predicted that the world would come to an end on May 21, 2011
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The VancianclaggA creature that terrorised the primitive people of an alien world
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TSA Officers Pat Down InfantA minister, the Reverend Jacob Lester, photographed TSA officers subjecting an infant to a security pat down.
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A Mother's Day Acrostic PoemA tribute to mothers everywhere for all that they do for us.
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The ArrivalWill our first encounter with aliens be a pleasant one, or not?
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Penny and PamPenny and Pam is the story of two friends who did everything together.
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FangsMelissa's walk home from work turned into a night of terror. Would she survive?
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Jason's Big NightJason plans to loose his virginity tonight, but will he?
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The EscapeThis one'll leave you wondering until the end.
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My Friend JohnThings are not always what they seem.
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French Government Bars Muslim Women from Wearing the Niqab and Burqah in PublicOnce again the issue of whether or not Muslim women are discriminated against has hit center stage, prompted by the recent French Government's decision to ban the bauqah and the niqab.
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Donald Trump Trumpets the "Birthers'" Message:Donald Trump, the real estate guru, has indicated that he intends to challenge Obama for the presidency in 2012. He very well may have made a huge political miscalculation by moving away from the center and embracing the far-right.
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Burrying the "N" WordThers has been much debate about the "N" wod and its place in societ. This article attempts to shed light on its history, why Affrican Americans are offended by it, and its proper use.
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A Tribute to a FriendI, like a lot of people, have difficulty expressing emotion; which is why I delayed publishing this poem.
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TimeHave you reflected on your life's journey? Are you really living it to its fullest? Or will you be ringing your hands with regret later on?
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Nelson Mandela Acrostic PoemImprisoned for 27 years, Mandela is now one of the most respected men in the world.
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Malcolm X Acrostic PoemA poem to honor the life and memory of Malcolm X
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The Man in the MirrorA poem about a view into the soul
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Acrostic PoemIn honor of the memory of Dr. King
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Is it OK for Muslims to Celebrate Christmas?Muslims living in the West must navigate their way through a mine field of holidays every year.
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Is Vice President Joe Biden Psychic?The recent Korean conflict appears to be Obama's first major foreign policy test.
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Well, the Republicans Are at it Again!The Republicans pretend to want bi-partisanship, but all they really want is to force their agenda.
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What Will Happen to Health Care Now that the Republicans Control Congress?It was the health care debate, more than anything else, that catapulted the Republicans back into the majority.
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Why Are the Democrats so Clueless?The Democrats seem incapable of differentiating between what the people want and their own agenda.
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Why Don't Christian Women Wear Veils?There is more support for Christian women wearing the veil in the Bible than there is for Muslim women in the Qur'an.
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It's (Still) the Economy, Stupid!A bit of caution for the Republican majority.
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Is This the Falcons Year?The Falcons are leading their division after having defeated both Tampa Bay and the Saints in recent weeks.
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The Perfect Gift for Men Over FiftyAn alternative to electronics as a gift for men over 50 may be an Oldie-Goldie record collection.
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Is it OK for Muslims to Celebrate Thanksgiving?Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year in the U.S.
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Should Minnesota Vikings' Coach Childress Be Fired?There are several NFL coaches who may be on their way out.The following is a list of the ones that I don't think will make the cut.
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Is Bill Maher a "Racist?"Bill Maher caused somewhat of a stir when he said on his show that Mohammed being the most popular name for boys, worried him.
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Thanksgiving Acrostic PoemA nice poem for giving thanks.
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The Day a Bear Walked Me HomeA young boy meets his patron saint in the form of a huge bear.
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The Night the Aliens Came for MeA short story about a young boy plagued by supernatural events in the early 60s.
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Should Juan Williams Have Been Fired?Veteran journalist Juan Williams was fired by NPR for comments he made to Bill O'Reilly. Was his firing Justified?
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Was This Brett Favre's Last Hurrah?Brett Favre has been playing football for 20 years. Many people are saying it is time for him to call it quits.
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Should the BCS Be Scrapped?College football fans are being robbed every year by computerized system that is flawed to say the least, and only rarely produces a satisfactory result.
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What Lies Beyond the White Light?Millions of people claim to have had near death experiences. Is there something to it, or is it the result of some chemical reaction in the brain to trauma?
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The Baby that Wouldn't Stop Growingthe moral of this story is, don't eat too much candy on Halloween, it might cause you to hallucinate.
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What is the Meaning of "Your Wives Are Your Fields (Quran 2:223)?"This article explains Qur'an 2:223.
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Is Alcohol Forbidden in the Qur'an?This examines how the Qur'an deals with the subject of alcohol.
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Is it OK for Muslim Children to Go Trick-Or-Treating?In this article I offer evidence that I feel supports the idea that it is OK for Muslims to participate in Christian holidays.
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Should Muslim Women Wear the Veil?This article examines the pros and cons of wearing the veil.
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Could the Prophet Muhammad Read and Write?This article attempts to prove that Muhammad could read and write.
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Is Honey a Blessing from God?This article describes the possible spiritual link between honey and its reported healing powers.
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Should Converts to Islam Change Their Names to Muslim (Arabic) Names?This article dispels they myth that converts to Islam should change their names upon their conversion to Islam.
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God Vs. SatanThis article sheds light on some of the myths surrounding the battle between God and Satan.
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The Parable of the Good SamaritanThe true meaning of a Good Samaritan.
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Polygamy in IslamThis article explains why polygamy is permissible in Islam.
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Is it Difficult Being a Muslim?This article show how following the Qur'an can make the life of a Muslim a lot easier.
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Tolerance of OthersThis article attempts to explain why it appears that religious people seem to have even less tolerance than the rest of us.
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Cultivating FaithThis article tells how a person can use prayer to overcome obstacles and increase their faith in the process.
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The Ground Zero Mosque (non) StoryThis article attempts to explain the real reasons behind the anti-mosque movement.
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My God and Your God Are One and the SameThis article attempts to clarify what Muslims mean when they say "My God and your God are one and the same."
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Is This the Right Time to Be Exacerbating Racial Tensions?This article examines the exploitation of racial tensions by some politicians.
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The Wisdom of the SadduceesThis article is a brief examination of Luke 20: 27-40.
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Is the U.S. Government Still Relying on Scare Tactics when Dealing with Potential Adversaries?In a 1994 agreement between North Korea and the Clinton administration, the North Koreans agreed not to produce anymore plutonium. In return they would receive energy assistance from the U.S., the E.U., Japan and South Korea.
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What's Next for NASA?Prisdent Obama killed funding for the constellation program earlier this year.
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Will the Real John McCain Please Stand Up?John McCain's positions seemed to change with the political tides.
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Change We Can Believe In? I Don't Think SoFinally, as if to solidify his title as "the president most like Bush," Obama made what many considered to be a tasteless joke (Just as Bush did) at the correspondent's dinner when he said:
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Why Are the Republicans Opposing Elena Kagan's Nomination to the Supreme Court?Earlier this week, President Obama tapped Solicitor General Elena Kagan to fill the spot on the Supreme Court vacated by the retiring John Paul Stevens.
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Can Law Enforcement Do Its Job Without Racial Profiling?Proponents of racial profiling insist that race and ethnicity be used as a criteria in the fight against terrorism and illegal immigration.
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Heard the Latest? The President and Congress Are Talking About Immigration Reform ... AgainThere are an estimated 11 million illegal aliens in the U.S.
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Is America Heading Down the Same Road as Greece?America spent 522 billion dollars last year on defense.
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Should American Citizens Be Stripped of Their Citizenship for Simply Being Accused of Terroristic Activities?Senator Joe Lieberman has introduced legislation that would strip Americans of their citizenship if they join foreign terror groups.
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Whose God is He Anyway?The world's three great religions are locked in an unending battle to claim God as their own.
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The Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico and Katrina Are Not the SameThis article explains the difference between a natural disaster and a corporate mishap.
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For Cheryl, Chantel, Tussie and PeachesCheryl and I have been friends for many years; so when I told her that I was aspiring to be a writer, and that I had actually had two articles published, she asked if I would write an article about her as a mother's day gift; so I agreed.
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Why Haven't Black Women Played Chess?Black women have been conspicuously absent from the game of chess.
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Remembering William James High School, Statesboro, GeorgiaWilliam James was the all-black high school located in Statesboro, Georgia.
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A Tribute to My MotherA personal tribute to my mother.
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A Snowy Night in Statesboro, GeorgiaI guess the moral of this story is, no matter how far down in the Deep South you may live, it is still a good policy to check the weather every now and then.
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The Virtues of an Online EducationOnline education gives you the convenience of going to school without leaving your living room.
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Honoring Our VeteransTips on how to honor our troops on Memorial Day.
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Why Not Make Chess an Olympic Sport?I would much rather our youth choose their role models from someone like Alexandra Kosteniuk and Maurice Ashley than from the typical athlete who always seem to disappoint them.
