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The Blues, Hardcore Porn, Bikers and Motivation - - Steve Kovacs
When I was the drummer in a neighborhood band called The Limited Edition Blues Band we played at nice places, crappy places and unique places. The most unique place was a biker bar near a trailer park in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. When two of our band members arrived earlier than the remaining... Submitted 20 days 14 hours ago.

The Re-Naming of the Shrew - Dianne Lehmann
My husband, Bernd, and I were watching a little television in real-time the other night. Mostly we record the programs we want to see because we can then fast-forward through the commercials. Saves time and sanity. But from time to time, it's good to watch a few commercials to stay in touch with... Submitted 212 days 22 hours ago.

The World Today - - Jessie I Snyder
The world today is like being on a wild rollercoaster ride that never ends. In all the news and all around the world, you only hear about bad things happening like: Economic Collapse: Today, the world economy is facing two looming crises; The U.S., by far the world’s largest and most... Submitted 229 days 13 hours ago.

What is the Baby Boom generation? - - The Old Gray Mare
I’ve never given the “Baby Boom Generation” much thought. Sure enough, the term Baby Boomers, or the shortened “Boomers,” have been bantered around frequently in news, papers and in conversation. To me, it was a term that summed up the baby boom after World War II.... Submitted 248 days 20 hours ago.

What is God's Perspective on Christians Celebrating Osama Bin-Laden's Death? - Teresa Ortiz
I was having a conversation with a new Christian this afternoon and she shared some thoughts on this issue. She said it broke her heart when she saw the cheers and flags in front on the White House. She, just like myself and I'm sure scores of other people, Christian or not, are left torn to a... Submitted 1 year 23 days ago.

The Social Construction of Teenage Homosexuality, Related to Suicide - Rose-Marie Chaperon
Homosexual teenagers are at the greatest risk for the more serious suicide behaviors. The American Psychological Association defines Sexual Orientation has been an enduring emotional, romantic, sexual or affection attraction to another person (American Psychological Association, 1999). Sexual... Submitted 1 year 69 days ago.

Ten Things You Need Not Worry About - Terry Mitchell
I am constantly amazed by some of the things that otherwise intelligent people often worry about. Some of it is stuff that doesn't have a snowball's chance in you-know-where of ever happening. Therefore, I would like to (hopefully) set some people's minds at ease about a few of them. I am here... Submitted 2 years 299 days ago.

We Africans Have No Language For Talking About Sex - - Yangki Christine Akiteng
"We have no language for talking about sex" is a common explanation many Africans give for not speaking up about HIV/AIDS. Language here is not just the question of whether to use a foreign or local dialect, but how to phrase concepts and what type of vocabulary to use. The centrality of language... Submitted 3 years 185 days ago.

The Heinous Epidemic Called Child Abuse - Judi Lake
The phone rang but I ignored it as I kissed my daughter and her best friend, Kayla, goodnight. I tucked them both in bed, gave them their favorite stuffed animals and kissed them both again ‘at least a million times’ over. Together, they good-naturedly rolled their eyes with my last kiss... Submitted 4 years 361 days ago.

A Problem to Solve - - Ron Kelley
Demooshe was only eleven years old, but knew he was destined to be a warrior. Not like the fierce fighters of his Zuni ancestors, but still one to lead his tribe to a better way of life. After all, his name in the native language meant “arrowhead.” This was a good luck sign and a word... Submitted 86 days 11 hours ago.

No, Santorum Does Not Want to Take Another Crack at That - - Terry Mitchell
During a recent interview with NBC’s Ann Curry, Rick Santorum was asked about something he had said earlier in regard to the rationale for his opposition to sending women into combat. He had said the day before that the primary reason he was opposed to sending women into combat is that men... Submitted 100 days 2 hours ago.

When the Truth Does Not Set You Free - Nancy Daniels
I love the Geico commercial in which Mary Todd Lincoln asks Abe if her dress makes her backside look big. After several long moments in which he silently debates his response, he says, “perhaps a…” and then makes a gesture with his thumb and index finger indicating a wee bit.... Submitted 105 days 2 hours ago.

Case History 12: Politics and Treason in Jamestown! - Al Case
1607 and Jamestown! Before we get there, however, the first Englishman to set foot upon the new world was Captain Bartholomew Gosnold. He explored America in 1602. First he came to a place called Savage rock, probably so named because eight savages came aboard and drew him a map (pretty... Submitted 119 days 16 hours ago.

Dynamite Vest ... And I'm NOT Talking Fashion! - - Octavia Hansen
I can't even remember the movie name but after all these years one point still made an impression on me -- the main character was trying to rob a bank while wearing a vest full of dynamite. I know I saw this film on television. Don't remember when. All I could focus on was the vest. Where... Submitted 138 days ago.

Case History 10: Civilization Encroaches upon Savages! - Al Case
It is 1550 and beyond, and man, is this writer glad! It seems that civilization is making inroads on the new world! I mean, those new world savages need some of that old world civilization, right? First off, we all know that the Spanish own a bunch of America. Well, everybody but the French... Submitted 152 days 21 hours ago.

So You Want A Love Tattoo? Would That Help Or Hinder Your Relationship? - Fran Larson
A love tattoo design for females are lips. Lips represent a strong declaration of sensuality and a deep sexual desire. For a male, a lip tattoo shows his sexual appeal. So, to summarize, a lip tattoo for both sexes stands for intimacy and sexual love. Wedding rings as love tattoos are also a... Submitted 157 days 17 hours ago.

A Few Scam Alerts To Add To a Growing List of Swindles - - The Old Gray Mare
There have been so many concocted scams involving Medicare and Social Security that it is astounding. If the crooks wrapped their heads around solving problems, we’d be way ahead of the game. Here are three current scams, exposed by AARP, that allegedly head the list for the newest Social... Submitted 174 days 10 hours ago.

Case History 1: Civilization Encroaches upon Savages! - - Al Case
It is 1550 and beyond, and man, is this writer glad! It seems that civilization is making inroads on the new world! I mean, those new world savages need some of that old world civilization, right? First off, we all know that the Spanish own a bunch of America. Well, everybody but the French... Submitted 177 days 15 hours ago.

Krauthammer Justifies War Criminals - - Terry Mitchell
In a recent column, Charles Krauthammer justified those who brutally murdered Moammar Gaddafi and desecrated his body after taking him captive. Krauthammer said Gaddafi deserved what he got, especially because he refused to leave Libya when the revolution began and “chose instead to fight... Submitted 200 days 1 hour ago.

Case History 8: California, America, Utopia, and other Mythtakes! - Al Case
It’s the 1500s, and things are a poppin’! People are roaming all over the world, looking for the edge, or at least a few monsters, and not finding anything. Not a beast nor a monster, not a griffin nor a phoenix...nothing but a few myths. The first myth is that there is a place... Submitted 221 days 23 hours ago.

Case History 7: Stop Holding Your Breath The New World Has Been Discovered! - - Al Case
It’s the 1490s, and it’s a funny thing, talking about the new world like it’s brand new. Hey, it’s been around long as the old world, if you think about it. At any rate, Chris Columbus left the old world and ran into the new world. Of course, it wasn’t all tea... Submitted 227 days 21 hours ago.

Some People Are Just Worth More than Others - - Terry Mitchell
Quick – without checking an Internet search engine – what’s the name of Amanda Knox’s ex-boyfriend who was wrongly convicted of murder like she was? I didn’t think so. His name is Raffaele Sollecito. Don’t feel bad, I had to look it up, too. Now why is it that... Submitted 232 days 1 hour ago.

Case History 6: Erik the Red Doesn’t Like Christianity! - - Al Case
It’s around 1000 AD, and before we move on, we should close the chapter on those fun lovin’ Erikssons, the discoverers of America. As you may recall, Erik the Red discovered Greenland, and his son Lief, discovered America. Well, the fun and games were not over for those enterprizen... Submitted 237 days 13 hours ago.

Are You a Royalista? - - Terry Mitchell
I use the term “royalista” to refer someone who has never had to work very hard, yet seems to always get the best of everything. Often this is someone was fortunate to have been born into an affluent family and therefore has inherited much of what they have, but sometimes it’s... Submitted 237 days 19 hours ago.

Case History 5: First Child Born in the New World! - - Al Case
It’s 1011 AD, and 160 settlers have decided to establish a permanent settlement in the New World...Vineland, as some would call it. So they sailed night and day, and finally arrived. Unfortunately, all was not green pastures and rotten grapes. The 160 lost souls stared around at the... Submitted 249 days 20 hours ago.