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A Flash of London II - Sara O'Rourke
The chill of the month of February is already creeping under my clothes, and there is a sense that winter, and all the warmth and security that comes with its festive sleepiness, is finally thawing. I grip tightly onto the torn silk lining inside my pockets and try not to be distracted by the... Submitted 7 days 19 hours ago.

My Uncle Killed My Mother With an A Bomb! - - Al Case
I was reading the interesting article on Sovereignty and Nuclear Weapons, and my thoughts are a bit much for a simple comment. My uncle, you see, dropped The Bomb, and my mother was killed by The Bomb. Let me explain. Uncle Bill joined the navy for World WarII. Being a rather brilliant fellow... Submitted 2 days 14 hours ago.

"Bastard Child" - - Dawn Novotny
Young people of today have little if any of the stigma illegitimacy brought to bear upon the shoulders of children born outside of marriage. It was not until the early seventies that a series of Supreme Court verdicts eradicated the common-law disabilities of bastardy. For the most part, the term... Submitted 10 days 9 hours ago.

Searching for More... - Brianna Popsickle
I had plenty of time to reflect on my life as I waited in the customer service line at Wal-Mart, a well-intentioned yoga mat clutched in my hand. My husband had purchased it for my daughter for Christmas but since she’d received two of them, his was going back. He hated returning things... Submitted 22 days 22 hours ago.

Is the Pen Mightier than the Sword? Change, Motivation and Truth - - Steve Kovacs
In 1839 English author, Edward Bulwer-Lytton coined the phrase: The pen is mightier than the sword. Since then, many have quoted the words and now they are considered a proverb. It basically means words are more powerful and effective than weapons or force in accomplishing your purpose.... Submitted 29 days 4 hours ago.

Talking Politics - Kenny St.pierre
Over the years I have noticed a common occurrence that seems to be more the rule than exception. I have encountered people who seem to be of the opinion that political talk DOES NOT belong in Cafe's, tavern's, bars, lounges, etc, and I could not disagree more. I feel strongly that such public... Submitted 32 days 7 hours ago.

Time After Time - Jack H. Schick
Ron Lahti was on vacation so I was sitting in his office at a small conference table. I was diligently working on getting the procedures for making a Rail Road 40 diesel fuel blend down on paper. I was on light duty. I’d badly sprained my ankle when I stepped on a big ant hill while I was... Submitted 54 days 23 hours ago.

I Love Him . . . Just Don’t Make Me Shop With Him - Brianna Popsickle
The Christmas season is upon us. It’s that time of year when we’re making lists and checking them twice, while visions of sugarplums dance in our heads. Oh, cut the crap! The truth is I work in retail and had just been given my hours for the month of December. I’d spent the... Submitted 72 days 22 hours ago.

TCACS – Technically Challenged and Completely Screwed - Brianna Popsickle
As I lay on the couch, snuggled up in my housecoat, my favourite throw draped over me, I could still hear it. The old gloomy tune playing over and over again. The music was coming from the front porch. It was coming from the porch because that’s where I’d thrown the electronic gizmo... Submitted 77 days 19 hours ago.

A Large Double Double and a Little Respect Please - Brianna Popsickle
“May I help you?” the woman behind the counter asked cheerfully. “Large double double and a large with just milk,” the customer grunted back. I was third in a long line of sleepy people in need of their first coffee of the day. The customer was handed the... Submitted 86 days 11 hours ago.

Stop and Smell the Roses, or Family, Friends, Pets and the Simple and Good - - Steve Kovacs
When people are overwhelmed with life’s stresses and struggle to make sure they do everything needed in their lives—life can suck. We have all been there and some may be there now. What to do? There are probably as many answers to that question as there are issues people deal with.... Submitted 106 days 2 hours ago.

Garbo, Me and the Trolls - Jack H. Schick
I was looking for a photo album booklet once. It’s the kind that’s about the size of an over sized post card. I thought it might be in one of the shoe boxes full of stuff we keep stored on the shelves in the library closet. I’m embarrassed to say; I hadn’t been in that... Submitted 125 days 9 hours ago.

Sluggin It Out ‘Til The End - Brianna Popsickle
I have a friend who’s been through terrible financial and personally tragic times. He and his family have endured a lot. Many couples would have split after all they’ve gone through, but they’re still together. He explained to me that, now, more than ever, he needed a partner he... Submitted 135 days 15 hours ago.

Dear Diary - - The Old Gray Mare
Life is a series of busy days and a whirlwind of excitement for the young teenager as she starts classes in her new school. She wants desperately to get top marks and make good on the promises she wrote in her diary - her goals have been set high and she intends to meet each one. The Diary is her... Submitted 142 days 7 hours ago.

You Probably Think This Article’s About You - Brianna Popsickle
I wasn’t a writer. I only started writing as a favour to a friend. He needed someone to write the women’s portion of a website he was developing. Two years later the site’s gone, but I’m still here and still writing. I don’t write about government or the economy. I... Submitted 146 days 13 hours ago.

You Know You’re Getting Old When . . . - Brianna Popsickle
Everyone reaches that point when they recognize the fact they’re getting old. For some it’s when they turn forty, for others it’s when they lose their hair or their kids leave home. I’ve recently reached that point . . . As much as I tried to ignore the swelling on... Submitted 154 days 10 hours ago.

Picking Up With An Old Friend - Brianna Popsickle
“Ya’ll don’t have any of this in the back room do you?” she asked, holding up the last bottle of Justin Bieber perfume. I noticed her accent and asked where she was from. She was shopping in the boutique where I worked. “Houston, Texas,” she replied. I... Submitted 190 days 20 hours ago.

Pity the Fool who Messes with Me - Dianne Lehmann
When I was very young (between the ages of about 6 and 10), I thought I was very tough. As I grew older, I recognized that it was mostly due to the condescension of those kids who were much older than me. They'd push me around and I'd push back. Often they would fall to the ground or feign being... Submitted 198 days 17 hours ago.

What Have I Done With My Life? - Brianna Popsickle
Have you ever asked yourself what you’ve done with your life? I asked myself that the other day after I saw on Facebook that a friend had purchased a brand new BMW. I googled it, and just as I expected, it was beautiful! Genuinely happy for her, I congratulated her. We became good... Submitted 224 days 15 hours ago.

Those Dreaded Calls in the Middle of the Night - Brianna Popsickle
I got the phone call around 3 a.m. I quickly packed a bag and drove two hours not knowing what to expect when I got to the Emergency room. My friend was in rough shape, the family had gathered. She was being transferred to a hospital in a city nearby, for surgery. The doctor’s prognosis... Submitted 247 days 21 hours ago.

Little White Lies – We’re All Guilty Aren’t We? - Brianna Popsickle
I waved my hands in the air and whispered, “No, no, tell her I’m not here.” My son gave me a disgusted look and said, “Yes, she is. Just a minute please.” I glared at him as I took the phone and settled in for what I knew was going to be a long... Submitted 261 days 13 hours ago.

Being a Woman and a Mother - Brianna Popsickle
Everywhere I looked this week there were eloquently written articles on the topic of Mother’s Day. What my mother means to me, how my mother sacrificed, and the mother I never knew. Everyone had something to say. But once again I failed to write an article about my best friend, my mom. I... Submitted 276 days 11 hours ago.

The Gift That Keeps On Giving, and Giving and Giving … - Brianna Popsickle
One thousand two hundred and eleven. No that’s not the amount of money I have in my chequing account and it isn’t the amount I spent on shoes last year, nor is it the number of hours I’ve spent on my computer. One thousand two hundred and eleven. is the number of address... Submitted 281 days 22 hours ago.

War and Peace, Right and Wrong, and Being Accountable - Jennifer Stewart
Some time ago I read an article by somebody who wanted Christians to take arms against the [perceived] invasion of Muslims. Well, nothing new there, isn't that what the Crusades were all about? I don't know why religious fanatics are so self-righteous about their religion, they don't have... Submitted 294 days 18 hours ago.

Am I A Terrible Mother? - Brianna Popsickle
I’ve given my fair share of ‘change is good’ speeches to friends when required, but I have to admit, I’ve never embraced change even though I know it’s inevitable and we have to adapt. Such was the case when my children left for university. Friends waited and... Submitted 298 days 8 hours ago.