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My Most Precious Memories-Part Two - - Jessie I Snyder
“We may encounter defeats but we must not be defeated.” -Dr. Maya Angelou- My second precious memory took place when I was 14. It was on November 23, 1987 that I gave birth to my one and only daughter, Deondra Mae Snyder, she weighed 6 lbs. 12 oz. I went through 56 hours of labor... Submitted 4 days 12 hours ago.

My Most Precious Memories-Part One - - Jessie I Snyder
"Is this a dream or a reality, my life is proof that miracles are real and dreams do come true." -Jessie I Snyder- These are some of the most precious memories that have shaped my life: My first precious memory transpired when I was nine-years-old. It was September 2, 1982; one of our... Submitted 4 days 13 hours ago.

Call Me Sir, Please, I’m An Adult—No, Don’t Call Me Sir, I’m Not That Old - - Steve Kovacs
When I was in my early 20’s and starting out, I longed for people to call me sir—to acknowledge that I was an adult, acknowledge that I was mature. Now that I’m getting older, or should I say now that I am old, I cringe when people, mainly young people, call me sir. Can’t... Submitted 6 days 9 hours ago.

It's not Goodbye, It's just So Long for Now - Dianne Lehmann
I have a very hard time giving things up. Especially when they mean a lot to me. If it's something that I've had in my life for a long time, then it is very hard to let go of it as well. I've made a lot of great friends here on Wryte Stuff, but I'm afraid that I will have to say aufwiedersehen... Submitted 15 days 22 hours ago.

Breaking Up Is Hard To Do . . . And Could Be Dangerous - - Octavia Hansen
Neil Sedaka was right, and tuneful, with Breaking Up Is Hard To Do. Unless you married your first sweetheart/love, at sometime (probably many times) you have faced a breakup. Doesn't matter which side you are on . . . the one leaving or the one left behind . . . the ending is the same. You are... Submitted 2 days 1 hour ago.

A Transition - - Dawn Novotny
Perhaps by now my book will be published. Actually, it was published and on the market for five days, when it was brought to my attention that there were grammatical and punctuation errors in the book (so like me) that far exceeded any acceptable mistakes, I took it off the market for additional... Submitted 18 days 23 hours ago.

Life, Coincidences And Other Things: When Things Come Together, Doesn’t It Give You A Thrill? - Jennifer Stewart
Don’t you just love it when you’ve been thinking about something and it happens? What about when you’ve been thinking about two things and they both come together in one event. Pretty cool, I’d say. Not too long ago one of the assignments was to suggest future assignment... Submitted 26 days 2 hours ago.

Dealing with Road Rage - Brianna Popsickle
It happened years ago. My husband was driving. We were traveling down a four-lane highway on our way to a party. Suddenly I became aware of him continually checking the rearview mirror. “What are you looking at?” I asked. “Some idiot riding my ass,” he replied.... Submitted 53 days 5 hours ago.

Dreaming of the Deep Dark Woods - Dianne Lehmann
I've been looking for myself for a very long time. I've found bits and pieces here and there, but the whole escapes me. Sometimes I think that it doesn't exist at all … but then I get a glimmer … a brief flash of what it might be. Like a night breeze on a hot summer evening, there... Submitted 71 days 23 hours ago.

Innie or Outie? - - Connor Davidson
The question of whether I am an Innie or an Outie is a surprisingly complex question. It would be a ludicrous over simplification to simply say introvert or extrovert. I will say with absolute certainty that I am somewhere between JD Salinger and Brian Blessed. Though that is not at all helpful.... Submitted 95 days 19 hours ago.

Practical Jokes - Dianne Lehmann
Both my parents loved practical jokes. My mother told me that once she sewed shut the flies in all my dad's underwear. Apparently, he was not very amused, but she laughed and laughed. My parents played practical jokes on me and my sister when we were still very young and not really able to... Submitted 96 days 23 hours ago.

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 112 days 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 127 days 3 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 133 days 9 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 136 days 12 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 159 days 4 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 177 days 3 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 182 days 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 190 days 17 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 210 days 7 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 229 days 14 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 239 days 20 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 246 days 12 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 250 days 18 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 258 days 15 hours ago.