L. Carter
LC is an award-winning writer and editor who has published hundreds of articles in major print and online media. She has interviewed some of the most prominent figures in music and entertainment and appeared on several radio and TV shows as a guest expert.
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BA in English, concentration in writingInterests
music, movies, culture, poetry, travel, race relations, fashion and style, football, basketball, self-improvement, natural healthMotto
Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.Favorites
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The Five Types of Facebook LikesThere are five reasons you might like a status on Facebook. Only one has to do with actually liking it. Welcome to Earth. -
First Person: Taking Shelter from Winter Storm Nemo in Eastern MassachusettsA firsthand account of the Blizzard of 2013 from Chelsea, Massachusetts. -
Hurricane Irene Blasts Through BostonAs Hurricane Irene became the buzz among friends, family members and Facebook news feeds over the past week, I employed a new approach and paid attention. Normally one to disregard hype-filled reports of severe weather, I prepared for the worst.
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Top 10 Things Every Rapper Should Do Before They Start RappingWhile a return to the Golden Age of yore may be a rap purist's pipe dream, the state of hip-hop affairs can certainly be improved. With that in mind, we present The Top 10 Things Every Rapper Should Do Before They Start Rapping: -
Vinny Guadagnino of 'Jersey Shore' Lands Endorsement Deal with Philips NorelcoNewly bearded Jersey Shore castmate Vinny Guadagnino has inked an endorsement deal with Philips Norelco, signing on as the face of the brand's back-to-school campaign. -
"Jersey Shore" Season 4, Episode 3 Recap: Twinning in ItalyOn the third episode of Jersey Shore season 4, tensions begin to build, and for once, Ronnie and Sammi have nothing to do with the drama.
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Abercrombie & Fitch Offers 'Substantial Payment' to Jersey Shore's the Situation to Stop Wearing Its ClothesIn perhaps the most blatant example of snobbery from better-than-you clothing retailer Abercrombie & Fitch, the company issued a statement offering to pay Michael "The Situation" Sorrentino of "Jersey Shore" to stop wearing its clothing on camera.
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Haiku: PrisonA haiku about the only thing that can truly trap you.
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Surviving Valentine's Day: Tips and Tricks for the Romantically-ChallengedValentine's Day. Some call it a holiday. Others call it a nightmare. It's that time of year when we are technically required to show our love, or wallow in the fact that we're unlovable losers.
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Seven Signs You Might Be a StalkerPersistence is an admirable quality, but there's a fine line between being persistent and being a stalker, especially when your persistence involves 17 unanswered text messages, eight e-mails and a stare-down in a club.
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CD Review: "Cadillac Records (Music from the Motion Picture)"Measuring up to music legends such as Etta James, Muddy Waters and Chuck Berry is virtually impossible. So you'll have to forgive the soundtrack to "Cadillac Records" for falling short. -
DVD Review: "Biggie Smalls: Rap Phenomenon""Rap Phenomenon" is an homage to Biggie's rap prowess that features footage from live shows, candid moments with the larger-than-life rapper and interviews with rap journalists, producers and MCs. -
CD Review: Musiq Soulchild's "Onmyradio"Thankfully, Musiq Soulchild likely will never be part of the sleazebag set. He's proven himself one of a small crowd of modern day crooners with a classy, sophisticated style and a modern take on old school sensibilities.
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Movie Review: "Notorious" (Notorious B.I.G. Biopic)Vivid and multi-dimensional as his tales on wax are, "Notorious" picks up where his music leaves off, filling the void about the life and death of Biggie Smalls.
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CD Review: Kanye West's "808s & Heartbreak"It was bound to happen. Kanye West couldn't rap and sample Curtis Mayfield and Otis Redding forever. He had to become a New Wave singer. -
Four Signs That She's Not Interested in YouThere are certain clues that will tell you a woman just isn't into you. Please heed these signs and avoid becoming that annoying guy that just won't go away: -
Lil Wayne Announces New Tour: "I Am Music II" Kicks Off Mar. 18 in BuffaloLil Wayne fans can rejoice. The diminutive rap star has announced a 24-city tour for 2011, set to feature Rick Ross and Young Money protege Nicki Minaj as well as blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and Mixmaster Mike. -
Knowing when to Fall Back: A Tale of Communication Faux Pas, Annoying People and Borderline StalkersInternet Connection: $38. Cell phone plan with unlimited texting: $49.99. Knowing when to fall back: Priceless. Clearly, just because you can hit someone up doesn't always mean you should.
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How to Make Two-Strand Twists: A Step-by-Step GuideA guide to twisting your hair from a two-strand twist wearer. -
Three Reasons Why Your Business Should Send Holiday Cards to Clients or CustomersSending holiday cards is a subtle and cost-effective form of advertising that shouldn't be viewed as an optional. Here are three reasons why you may want to get the stamps and envelopes (or the e-mail marketing software) ready for those holiday cards: -
How to Find Out Who Deleted You as a Friend on FacebookFind out who deleted you from their Facebook friends with this simple step. -
How to Delete Hotmail Messages from Your Motorola Droid 2 and the Hotmail ServerHaving trouble with Hotmail on Droid 2? Here are two ways that you can delete emails from your phone AND your Hotmail inbox simultaneously.
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Everything You Never Wanted to Know: Worst Facebook Status UpdatesAddicted to Facebook? Welcome to America. If you want to waste even more of your time, check out some annoying status updates that will have you hunting for the "hide" button faster than you can say "OMG sooooo ecxited 4 2nite's partyyyyyyyyy!!!!1!!!!1"
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How to Get Rid of Bad Breath NaturallyWant to get rid of bad breath naturally? Read this article to discover the inexpensive household product - no, it's not a gum, mint or mouthwash - that will do the trick.
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How to Get Rid of Body Odor NaturallyTired of dealing with body odor? Read this article and find out how to eliminate B.O. using a common household product.
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Lose 8 Pounds a Week While Eating Whatever You Want!!!!: Why Diets Are for IdiotsIt seems that when losing weight enters the picture, common sense flies out the window.
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Where to Find Freelance Writing Work, Part 2More spots to score freelance writing jobs. -
Important Tips for Freelance Writers: What You'll Need to SucceedThis article covers the basics of what you'll need to succeed as a freelance writer.
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Where to Find Freelance Writing WorkIf you're a freelance writer in search of work, try these options.
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Top Moisturizers: The Best Products to Get Rid of Dry, Flaky or Cracked SkinTry these two products together to get rid of extra-dry skin.
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The Pros and Cons of Associated ContentWhat you'll love -- and what you could probably do without -- when it comes to Associated Content.
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How to Lose Weight: Simple Tips to Shed Pounds and Keep Them OffForget fad diets and gimmicks; try these common sense strategies to help you stay trim.
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How to Cure the Common Cold in 24 HoursTried and true tips to beat the common cold within a day.
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Increasing Your Associated Content Page Views: How I Broke All the Rules and Still Average 4,700 Views Per ArticleTake most of what you've heard about increasing your page views and disregard it -- here's what you REALLY need to focus on.
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A Guide to Writing Press Releases: Insider Tips from a Newspaper ReporterEverything you need to know about writing press releases including how the newsroom works, what format to write your release in, where to send your release and how, exactly, to write it.
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Paris Hilton's Presidential Campaign Spoof: Funny or Die Has Another HitJohn McCain's campaign advisors may want to go back to the drawing board, and McCain should consider either waking up from his slumber or changing his tactics if he wants to live at the White House someday. Because getting burned by Paris Hilton is never a good sign.
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How I Made the Associated Content Top 1000 Without Promoting My ContentI have an average of 4,700 page views per article, but I never promote my content. Consider these facts:
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How I Lost 10 Pounds Without TryingWant to know how I dropped 10 pounds without trying last summer? Read on.
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The Upside of High Gas PricesEven as I cringe while I drive by local gas stations, I realize that there is a positive side to high gas prices.
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MySpace Etiquette: Don't Get Deleted from MySpace Friends ListsIf you want to keep friends on your list and keep the list growing, here are a few key rules of etiquette to follow.
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The Best MySpace Tracker: See Who Views Your MySpace ProfileFind out who your MySpace stalkers are with this MySpace tracker.
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How to Create a Catchy Online Dating ProfileFrom someone who has tested the waters of the e-dating world with unlikely success, here are some tips for creating a profile that will get more attention, garner more responses and help you meet the kind of people you're looking for.
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Five Songs that Sampled Michael Jackson's "Thriller"In addition to laying down the blueprint for the Justin Timberlakes of the music world to follow and ushering in a new brand of high-pitched exclamations (hee-hee!), Michael Jackson's epic release Thriller also provided some fodder for later pop and rap acts to sample.
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Michael Jackson's Thriller 25: Is the Deluxe Anniversary Edition Worth the Price?25 years ago, Michael Jackson set a new musical standard, broke sales records and garnered eight Grammy Awards with the release of his groundbreaking album, "Thriller." But is "Thriller 25" worth the cash?
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The Worst Rappers of 2007: Where Does Soulja Boy Fit In?Who made the list of 2007's least talented wordsmiths? Find out in this article.
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Rapper Pimp C Found Dead, Apparently of Natural CausesSouthern rap legend Pimp C (real name: Chad Butler) was found dead in a Hollywood hotel room on Tuesday morning (December 4). He was 33.
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Parents Beware: The Real Meaning of Soulja Boy's 'Superman that Hoe'Soulja Boy has stormed on the scene with a dance and a string of weak rhymes in his hit "Crank That." Now, however, it seems that in addition to being lyrically asinine, the young "rapper" is referring to a vulgar sex act when he uses the phrase "Superman that h@e."
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Was Nas Wrong to Title His Album "Nigger"?Since Queens-bred rapper Nas announced the title of his forthcoming album, Nigger, the reactions have been pouring in. Is the album title a misstep, or more calculated genius from hip-hop's premier poet?
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Can You Succeed as a Freelance Writer?Maybe you've heard that it's difficult or impossible to succeed as a freelance writer. Maybe you should ignore the people who are telling you that. Because with some talent, hard work and know-how, being a successful freelance writer is well within reach.
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Relationship Advice for Women: How to Become a PlayerTired of getting played? Why not become a player? This article explains how.
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5 Reasons "The Shining" Will Scare You (Half) to DeathYou know you love "The Shining," and these are probably some reasons why.
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The Most Overlooked Hip-Hop Song of 2007This song discusses the most overlooked hip-hop song of 2007, even though 2007 isn't over.
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Last-Minute Halloween Costumes on a BudgetThis article describes various Halloween costumes that can be thrown together at the last-minute and won't break the bank.
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10 Ways to Kill BoredomBored? Why not read this article?
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Halloween Etiquette: How Old is Too Old to Trick or Treat?This article looks at what age people should stop trick or treating.
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Healthy Snack Ideas that Taste Good, TooLooking for healthy snacks that actually taste good? Consider these.
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Britney Spears' Guide to Getting it TogetherThis article discusses what Britney Spears needs to do to get her life back on track.
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How to Tell If You Have a Yeast InfectionThis article describes the symptoms of a yeast infection, with tips on treatment and prevention.
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How to Alleviate Menstrual Cramps NaturallyThis article describes how to get rid of menstrual cramps using natural methods.
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Why Kanye West Beat 50 CentThis article explains why Kanye West beat out 50 Cent in their head-to-head sales battle.
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Why 50 Cent is a Genius: Vitamin Water is Only the BeginningThis article explains why 50 Cent is a genius in terms of his business moves.
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How to Add a 75-Song Playlist to Your MySpace PageThe playlist is a major improvement over having one song on your MySpace page: it's easy to create, it's free, and it's a great way to showcase your personality and taste beyond glitter graphics and lists of bands you listen to.
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How to Start and Maintain Two-Strand Twists as an Alternative to DreadlocksInformation about starting and maintaining two-strand twists as an alternative to dreadlocks.
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Tips for Starting DreadlocksTips for starting dreadlocks from a former dreadlock-wearer.
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Dreadlock Care: Try These Product SuggestionsProduct suggestions for those starting or caring for dreadlocks from a former dreadlock-wearer.
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Starting Dreadlocks: What to Know Before You LockA look at what you should consider before starting dreadlocks, from someone who previously had locks.
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BareMinerals: Makeup for People Who Don't like MakeupA description and review of bareMinerals, a great makeup for people who can't stand makeup.
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Affirmative Action: More Harm Than Good?Affirmative Action is a controversial measure that some people believe creates injustices in its pursuit to correct them. I believe that Affirmative Action is a flawed system to correct an unfortunate past, but is the most workable system we have today.
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The Truth About Scientology: Basic Principles and AuditingThink you know what Scientology's really all about? Read the second in a series of articles exposing the truth about Scientology.
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The Truth About ScientologyThink you know what Scientology's all about? Read the first in a series of articles exposing the truth about Scientology.
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Timbaland: Bringing Sexy BackFew producers in hip hop have been as influential or as successful as Timbaland, aka Tim Mosley, a native of Norfolk, Va. And few producers have as distinctive a sound as Timbo
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Top Ten Songs by Pink FloydPicking only 10 songs by Pink Floyd as "top" selections is a tough task. It's like picking only ten days of the year you want to eat ice cream. Clearly you need more choices.
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Top Ten Songs by Lil JonAhhh Lil Jon. Producer, rapper, certified hype man. A hyper concoction of dreadlocks and platinum teeth, pimp cups and random exclamations shouted at regular intervals, with a penchant for making hits. Or, as he likes to call himself, the King of Crunk.
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Top Ten Songs by OutKastSome artists gain fame by conforming to and copying what's popular. Not OutKast. They've become the world's most popular hip hop group by re-defining what it means to be a modern hip hop artist.
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Top Ten Songs by 50 CentSince the 2003 release of his debut album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin," 50 Cent has basically run the rap game, single-handedly destroying the careers of lesser rappers like Ja Rule, racking up multiple #1 hits and garnering 11 Grammy nominations.
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What Not to Do on the First DateOkay, so you're about to go on your first date with that someone special. Or some random chick you met on MySpace. You're probably a little nervous, understandably. But that's no excuse to be a moron.
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Too Many MySpace Messages and Friend Requests? Here's What to DoIf you're a MySpace user, and you probably are, you may have found yourself inundated with random friend requests from every band in existence, plus friend requests and messages from people you don't know and don't want to know.
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Stopping MySpace Bulletin Spam in Two StepsIf you're on MySpace, and nowadays it seems like everyone is, you may have run across bulletin spam, either coming from your account, or from a friend's. You'll know it's bulletin spam because the subject line will look something like:
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Why College Students Should Challenge AuthorityMuch like football coaches with their little red "challenge" flags in their pockets, students also have the ability to challenge authority - professors. When I talk about challenging authority, I'm not talking about inciting mass riots in the classroom.
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How to Develop a Thesis StatementYou could compare the thesis of your paper to the foundation of a house. A foundation provides strong, solid support. Likewise, your thesis is a concise, specific statement that will support and provide structure for the rest of your essay.
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The Rolling Stones Return to the States with a Bang...Well, Sort ofSize does matter. And Wednesday night at Gillette Stadium, the monstrous stage combined with the mammoth, nearly 70,000 seat venue seemed to dwarf the music itself.
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A Guide to American Idol Auditions for the Wannabe Superstar: Tips, Tricks and "Idol" SecretsA detailed guide to the "American Idol" audition process from the preliminary stages to the Hollywood Round. Are you ready?
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Clean & Clear Daily Pore Cleanser Versus Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream CleanserA comparison between two popular oil-free face cleansers that claim to prevent breakouts without over drying skin. Examines each product from a user standpoint and reveals which product comes out on top, at least for this user.
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Ten Reasons Why You Should Not Buy Clothes from Abercrombie & FitchTen reasons why you shouldn't buy your next t-shirt and pair of jeans from the overpriced, snooty pseudo-nightclub that is Abercrombie & Fitch.
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Dear Justin Timberlake, What Were You Thinking???Have you seen the video for JT's new single "SexyBack"? If so, can you explain to me what exactly is happening? Thanks.
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Media Relations 101: How to Conduct a Successful Interview with the PressTips for conducting a good interview with the press, from a newspaper reporter who has conducted hundreds of interviews. Includes detailed Dos and Don'ts, plus personal examples and anecdotes.
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So You Want to Write for a Newspaper? Here's What to DoTips on how to get your foot in the door of a newspaper, become a successful freelancer, and potentially score a full-time job as a reporter.
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The Lowdown on Virginia BeachA look at Virginia Beach from someone who just vacationed there. Includes tips on getting there and where to stay, plus info about the people, area nightlife, attractions, and of course, the beach.
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Media Relations 101: How to Write a Good Press ReleaseForget the "insider secrets" and get the real scoop from a newspaper reporter who's sick of getting bad press releases. Includes detailed dos and donts on writing an effective press release, plus personal examples and anecdotes from the newsroom.
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Modern Medicine Profits with Prescription PillsInstead of diagnosing and solving physical problems, doctors nowadays label symptoms as diseases and disorders and prescribe drugs to cover them up. Meanwhile, drug companies "educate" doctors using biased studies and get rich off the profits.
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The Truth About Ritalin: Dangerous Drug for ADHDAn in-depth look at Ritalin, powerful drug in the same class as cocaine that's commonly prescribed to young children with ADHD, a "disorder" no medical test can detect.
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Pause - A PoemThis poem is about not realizing it was getting dark out-not seeing the gradual change, only the end result. So I guess it's really about that weird in between area, when something's moving from one state to another and you're not really sure what it is.
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ApertureThis poem is about being appreciated for how I look, and not what I see.
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Vigilante FeedbackThis is a poem about getting my car broken into. It's also about making choices, and getting a strange kind of feedback from the world about them.
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True Life: I'm Addicted to Reality TVSo I found myself watching "For Love or Money 4" the other night, the latest in a long line of so-called reality shows intertwining the search for true love with gaudy entertainment.
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Requiem for a DreamI was tired of watching mundane movies that did reasonably well at the box office and left me feeling uninspired, so I asked my boyfriend's sister to recommend something amazing. Requiem for a Dream was the first thing that came to her mind.