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		<title>Tolerance and The R-word</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:38:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Robby stomped up the purple painted metal stairs up to the top of the playground, his skinny little arms flailing as he ran. When he reached the top of the slide, he sat down and waited; the excitement was tickling him and the anticipation was building. He shot his arms out and shoved off, flying [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p align="center">Robby stomped up the purple painted metal stairs up to the top of the playground, his skinny little arms flailing as he ran. When he reached the top of the slide, he sat down and waited; the excitement was tickling him and the anticipation was building. He shot his arms out and shoved off, flying in a whirlwind of giggles down the slide. At the end of the slide, he slid a little too far and fell right off the end. He thumped lightly into the tan sand. He giggled again with delight, his high pitched child’s voice tinkling. Robby looked over to the yellow park bench a few feet away and noticed a young woman playing with a cell phone. Excited to introduce himself the way his mother had taught him, he ran over, his arms still flopping. When Robby reached the woman, he opened his mouth in a wide grin and exclaimed loudly and proudly;</p>
<p align="center">                “HI! My name is Robby! I four years old!” The woman looked up from her phone and took in Robby’s squeaky lisp and affected speech, remembered his arms flapping as he ran. Her eyes grazed over him once more before she looked back down at her phone, muttering “retard.”</p>
<p align="center">When the average high school student walks down the hallway and sees someone trip, they constantly hear the word “retarded” or “retard” used as a derogatory. When they themselves spill their Gatorade on their backpack, they state “Geeze, I’m such a frickin’ retard!” What they do not realize is that they what they are saying is not appropriate and does mean what they think it means. This term is callous and uneducated and thousands of people are hurt by its usage every day.</p>
<p align="center">This word used to be a medical term; “Mentally Retarded” meant that the person had intellectual disabilities. This was simply used as a medical term, not meant to be offensive. As time went on, however,  the word and it’s meaning were twisted and warped until “Mentally Retarded” was coined as the slang term “Retard”, used to describe the stupidity and ignorance of humanity. The phrase was later changed because it became inaccurate; just because someone has a mental disability, it doesn’t mean they are uneducated or unintelligent.  Luckily, there are several organizations already encouraging people to educate others about the R-word and its harm. </p>
<p align="center">                The common misconception in society is that the word “retard” just means stupid. But, when people use the word, the message they convey is that the subject of the word is just as stupid as someone with intellectual disabilities. Which is, as stated above, untrue; people with intellectual disabilities are not unintelligent. From the R-word website, <a href="http://www.rword.org/">www.rword.org</a>, that helps spread the use of the more appropriate term “Intellectually disabled,  there are several quotes that explain the subject, including one from Stanford, CA; <em>“ [When people say the r-word] What we mean is that he is as stupid as someone who is mentally handicapped, and we mean that in the most derogatory sense. The implication is that the only characteristic of mentally handicapped individuals is their stupidity.” – Crystal </em></p>
<p align="center">The word hurts the deepest when it is used to insult someone with intellectual disabilities, Also connected to R-word.org, the Special Olympics, a sports group for the intellectually disabled, helps make the lives of many disabled people a more fun and tolerant experience. But some of them still have emotional scars from when The R-word was used to insult them personally, instead of inadvertently. Joseph Franklin Stephens, a Special Olympian from Virginia, Stated the following about his own experience on Rword.org:</p>
<p align="center"><em>“It hurts and scares me when I am the only person with intellectual disabilities on the bus and young people start making “retard” jokes or references. Please put yourself on that bus and fill the bus with people who are different from you. Imagine that they start making jokes using a term that describes you. It hurts and it is scary.”</em></p>
<p align="center">                A word that can bring out such pain and fright in another person simply should not be allowed. The R-word is simply damaging, painful, hateful, and brutal whenever it is uttered. Even if the word is not directed specifically at an intellectually disabled person, it still makes perverse comparisons that is, in itself, and act of cruelty. Join the movement, educated your friends and acquaintances about the harms this word cause. Join at <a href="http://www.rword.org/">www.rword.org</a> or just simply teach others the true meaning of the most despicable insult one can ever utter.</p>
<p align="center"> Sources: <a href="http://www.rword.org/">www.rword.org</a></p>
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		<title>Baby, I Love You</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 21:53:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Since the day I first met you, I already knew. From that day forward, I would end up with you. Standing hand and hand , Me looking in your eyes. You make me feel, Like I’m flying high up in the skies. I love you with all my heart, I love you with all my [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><pre>Since the day I first met you,
I already knew.
From that day forward,
I would end up with you.

Standing hand and hand ,
Me looking in your eyes.
You make me feel,
Like I’m flying high up in the skies.

I love you with all my heart,
I love you with all my soul.
It’s the way we bond,
That makes our love grows.

I got a few words to tell you,
I have a few words to say.
They are coming from the heart,
I mean them everyday.

As simple as it is,
Coming from me to you.
As much as it means.
BABY, I LOVE YOU!</pre>
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		<title>Contemporary Praise and Worship: &#8220;Modern Madness&#8221;</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 17:26:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is a term paper I wrote at the end of this year on why I believe the Contemporary Christian Music today is unBiblical. It is Copywrited. Enjoy! &#160; In the spacious-but-crowded concert hall one can feel the steady drums thumping in one&#8217;s chest. The colored lights shine from above, moving across the audience, reflecting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>This is a term paper I wrote at the end of this year on why I believe the Contemporary Christian Music today is unBiblical. It is Copywrited. Enjoy!</p>
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<p>In the spacious-but-crowded concert hall one can feel the steady drums thumping in one&#8217;s chest. The colored lights shine from above, moving across the audience, reflecting faces with heavy make-up and piercings. People young and old have both hands in the air, bodies swaying to the lyrics and feet stomping to the beat. The guitar screeches, slicing countless eardrums with its squeal, as the loud bass bumps along on the off-beat. The scruffy-faced teenaged boy, clad proudly in ripped Levis and an Aeropostale T-shirt, steps up to the microphone stand and croons breathily into the receiver.</p>
<p>Where does the scene described above take place? It is not, as one might have guessed, at a rock concert. It is, in fact, the description of a praise and worship service in many churches today. What God has described as a holy communion between Himself and man has become nearly synononymous with a rock concert. All that lacks is the shooting of drugs and downing of alcohol to make the image complete. What brings this rough bunch of people together? A dangerous movement called Contemporary Christian Music (CCM).</p>
<p>This relatively recent genre of music began as an innocent attempt of Christian musicians to woo younger generations to Christ. What began as an evangelizing tool has rapidly evolved into a revolution of sin in churches across America. What was once used as a hook and lure for fishers of men is now perverted to the benefit of Satan, who uses the same tackle to hook a fish of a different kind: Christians. CCM is not godly music; therefore it has no place in worship.</p>
<p>The Word of God clearly teaches against blending the worship of God and the practices of the world. In Exodus 32, the Bible describes the story of when Moses came down from Mt. Sinai to find that Israel was defiling herself by trying to blend the means of worship from Egypt (the world) with worship of the Lord.</p>
<p>Brother Aaron Mast accounts in Heartland Baptist Bible College’s Philosophy of Music course syllabus, &#8220;We understand from the text that the golden calf was not for worshipping another god, but rather a new way to worship Jehovah.&#8221; In verse 5 of the same chapter, Aaron the priest declares the idolatrous party to be a feast to the Lord. Clearly this reveals an act of worship-blending. How well the CCM crowd&#8217;s claims of &#8220;modern worship&#8221; fit into the golden calf mold!</p>
<p>Supporters of the movement commonly say something to the extent of, &#8220;It&#8217;s the same old worship: it&#8217;s just presented in a way that fits our culture today!&#8221; Religious music companies openly advertise &#8220;Christian&#8221; equivalents to all of the latest styles, which, due to the worldly origin, target (feed) the flesh. This &#8220;modern&#8221;, &#8220;up-to-date&#8221; mindset of believers today is absolutely against what the Word of God says. The Bible clearly teaches separation and non-conformity to the world&#8217;s mold. CCM quite obviously ignores these biblical principles and sets its own standard: carving its own philosophy simply because they are &#8220;reaching people&#8221; and because the music brings the younger generations in like herds of cattle being gathered to the slaughter. Viewing the origin, purpose and practices of CCM, one can truly say that the genre of music certainly blends habits of the world (musical style) with worship of Jehovah (Godly words).</p>
<p>Galatians 5:17 reveals the relationship between the flesh and the Spirit: &#8220;For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.&#8221; The flesh and the Spirit are in continuous warfare: like a tug-of-war struggle, the things we submit ourselves to will add players to either the Spirit&#8217;s side or the flesh&#8217;s side. Which team do we want to have more pull over us: the flesh (our desires) or the Spirit (God&#8217;s desires)? From the facts and the verses viewed, we can clearly see that CCM can be a cause of spiritual paralysis.</p>
<p>Peter affirms our need to stifle carnality and exhorts us in I Peter 1:14-15; &#8220;[Be] &#8230;As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the <em>former lusts in your ignorance</em>: But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in <em>all manner</em> of conversation; &#8230;&#8221; (Emphasis mine) A lust is a desire of the heart: it is a craving or longing for something to the extent that one would disobey the Word of God to satisfy. Music certainly qualifies as a lust: should one attempt to rob a teen of his iPod or other music generator, one is sure to learn quickly just how strong a desire music can become in one&#8217;s heart.</p>
<p>One of the most skilled composers, J.S. Bach, once said, &#8220;All music should have no other end than the glory of God.&#8221; Oftentimes the Christian Rock groups are not primarily singing for the glory of God, but performing for the exaltation of their reputation by how excited they can make the crowd. This circus, put on behind many pulpits today, is often referred to as &#8220;praise and worship&#8221;, but I put forth that it is neither. &#8220;Praise&#8221; is defined as a lifting up, an exalting of God with our words and actions. This does not mean aping around the stage, riling audiences with charisthma or making a show of how &#8220;spiritual&#8221; one is. This is realizing God for who He is and telling the world about it! Likewise, &#8220;Worship&#8221; is getting low before God, acknowledging how unworthy we ourselves are, and lifting Him on high for how above He is! It is bowing before His presence and, as a result, praising Him. Worship of God is certainly not defined as strutting about or show-casing one&#8217;s voice in a sweeping solo that warrants the laud of others. When CCM is performed in churches, it contains few qualities of either &#8220;praise&#8221; or &#8220;worship&#8221;.</p>
<p>Jesus once said, after he had thrown the merchantmen out of His temple, &#8220;&#8230;Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of thieves.&#8221; How similar are the scenarios! CCM companies are mainly looking to sell CD&#8217;s and market their bands&#8211;<em>not </em>bring glory to God. If this were not the case, the companies would put out more sheet music for local church specials and congregational than iPod singles! By allowing CCM to infiltrate our worship, we are welcoming merchantmen into our houses of prayer.</p>
<p>One might put forth the idea that a powerful message in a CCM song overrules any musical deterrency, but the Word of God says differently. In Haggai 2:12-13, the Bible describes: &#8220;If one bear holy flesh in the skirt of his garment, and with his skirt do touch [<em>something unclean</em>], shall it be holy? and the priests answered and said, No. Then said Haggai, If one that is unclean&#8230; touch [<em>something holy</em>], shall it be unclean? And the priests answered and said, It shall be unclean.&#8221; As we can see from the text, if something clean mixes with something unclean the clean is the party affected. It is like taking a clean hand and touching a pat of mud: does the hand become &#8220;dirt-y&#8221;, or does the dirt become &#8220;hand-y&#8221;? As it is with hands and mud, so it is with lyrics and music: no matter how holy and clean the message is, it becomes unclean when they mix with a worldly sound or style. Not even powerful lyrics are an excuse to submit the Spirit to flesh-stroking music!</p>
<p>All of these principles return again and again to I Peter, &#8220;Be ye holy, for I am holy.&#8221; The Word of God tells us that we are to be different from the world in every way: including what kind of music we sit under. When the songs we listen to pull the flesh one way and the Spirit another, it causes spiritual paralysis, and our walk goes nowhere, and this brings absolutely no glory or praise to God. We are to be separate from the world and its ideas and influences: therefore, Contemporary Christian Music is not godly music and it has no place in worship.</p>
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		<title>How To Write Valentine Cards Poems</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[How To Write Valentine Cards Poems Author: Francis Githinji Valentine cards poems are used to make the moment of love feel extra special. Poems of love that are from the heart will make anyone&#8217;s knees very weak with affection. For this reason, when you have a good opportunity to write a good love poem, it [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Author: <a title="Francis  Githinji" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/francis--githinji/58341.htm">Francis  Githinji</a></strong><br />
Valentine cards poems are used to make the moment of love feel extra special. Poems of love that are from the heart will make anyone&#8217;s knees very weak with affection. For this reason, when you have a good opportunity to write a good love poem, it is probably wise to look for those words that are heartfelt and sincere. Valentine cards poems should be just right. In other words, they should be very thoughtful. The day of lovers is one that is different from the rest and, the least you can do is to recognize the special day. Among many other things, writing poems can dramatically change your relationship and make it a hub of love. Love in a relationship must be built and this is to say that the little things we do play a major role in creating a strong union. Therefore I cannot insist enough on the need to create a strong bond through gestures like poems; especially on Valentine&#8217;s Day.</p>
<p>Valentine cards poems come in different designs and shapes. However, the most important aspect in them is the kind of poems they have. Valentine cards poems need to be very well thought of. This is not to say that they need to be perfect. Further from the truth, it is not possible to write a perfect poem but, you can do your very best which is good enough. Many people shiver at the thought of writing a poem for the people they love. Many fear that they might not do a very good job in this regard. Others are just not willing to go that extra mile when it comes to strengthening their relationships. However, when you are ready to give anything for love, you will be of the mind set that good poetic words are worth it. If you have never done it before, there is always a first time and you might be just a poem away from happiness in your relationship.</p>
<p>To write excellent Valentine cards poems, you need to do several things. First, you need to be willing to please your partner. All lovers who love each other want to please each other. The other step is to have some confidence. Be sure of what you will express in your poem. Then, look for great ideas of poems to inspire you. When your words are sincere, there is no doubt that you will enhance your relationship in this regard. Poems are all over and, when you are not able to find those special poetic words, you can copy a great poem and communicate your message in words that are already written. However, if you take time to look for your very own words, you might come with something that will make a world of difference. Your words need not be perfect; no body is looking for perfection. With confidence, express your love poetically and you will spark more love and affection. Write poems to your lady or man. This is because others think that poems are written just for women. A relationship is built by two people for it to stand; make the special day of love a day worth celebrating.<strong>About the Author:</strong></p>
<p>Francis K. Githinji Is A Researcher And A Writer on Life and Society Issues. His Latest Project <a href="http://tomydate.com/">Free Online Dating Service</a> Shows How The Power Of Online Dating Can Be Harnessed Internationally and With Great Success, Or You Could Post Your Valued Comments On His Blog At <a href="http://www.tomydate.com/blog/?p=5683">Valentine Cards Poems</a></p>
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		<title>How To Write Good Valentine Poems</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:11:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[How To Write Good Valentine Poems Author: Francis Githinji Valentines is a very special day and for this reason, you look for different ways in which you can make it more special. From your dressing to the places you go on that day, you choose to outdo yourself as you celebrate the love in the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><h1>How To Write Good Valentine Poems</h1>
<p><strong>Author: <a title="Francis  Githinji" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/francis--githinji/58341.htm">Francis  Githinji</a></strong></p>
<p>Valentines is a very special day and for this reason, you look for different ways in  which you can make it more special. From your dressing to the places you go on that day, you choose to outdo yourself as you celebrate the love in the air. There are so many things that make the day special. Different people appreciate different things and it is vital to know the taste of the person you love so that you can please them completely. Among many other things, poems really make the day of lovers very special. Poems will speak to the heart and really capture the deep emotion that has been inspired by love. Good Valentine poems can be difficult to come up with when you choose to go with poems. However, this is not to say that you will not be in a position to write one that will capture the people or person you are writing it for. You do not have to be a poet to engage poetic words of love. Therefore be encouraged and learn several things. The following is a guide to writing good Valentine poems that will make an impact.</p>
<p>Good Valentine poems must have a deep message. This is because you want to communicate something and when you are doing this, it might as well be something deep. Before writing, have in mind what you want to say. In other words, preconceive the poem and this will underpin the direction of your poem. The best way to imagine the poem is through your heart. Let your heart guide you to picking the different words that you use. Many people often miss the point when they want to produce a perfect poem. It is not about being perfect; it is about showing the other person how you feel in the best way possible. Therefore, forget about perfection and be yourself; no one can really claim to be perfect. The other thing to know before you write good Valentine poems is that the poem needs to be personal. This is not difficult to achieve at all. What you need is a good knowledge of what your recipient would appreciate. For example, they might love animals, particulars cartoons or any other thing. Once you have known what your recipients really love, it is time to look for ways in which you can add that to the poem.</p>
<p>Good Valentine poems are presented in an attractive manner. This is because creativity in this regard will impress all people who hear it. For example, some people chose to use soft tones while others choose different amusing tones. Also, the timing of the poem really matters a lot. The best way is to present poems when the other person least expects it. This is to ensure that they are caught off guard. There are people who write very good poems for that day but never keep all the words in the head. You might see them referring to a piece of paper while presenting the poem. The best thing is to spare enough time where you can get all the words in and on the special day, you will literally sing it out to your lover.</p>
<p><strong>About the Author:</strong></p>
<p>Francis K. Githinji Is A Researcher And A Writer on Life and Society Issues. His Latest Project <a href="http://tomydate.com/">Free Online Dating Service</a> Shows How The Power Of Online Dating Can Be Harnessed Internationally and With Great Success, Or You Could Post Your Valued Comments On His Blog At <a href="http://www.tomydate.com/blog/?p=5903">Good Valentine poems</a></p>
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		<title>How To Write Funny Valentines Poems</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[How To Write Funny Valentines Poems Author: Francis Githinji When you write a poem for Valentines, you will be satisfied when your loved ones receive it well. However, to ensure that you please your recipients, you will need to go a step further. This is to ensure that you outdo yourself and the people you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><h1>How To Write Funny Valentines Poems</h1>
<p><strong>Author: <a title="Francis  Githinji" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/francis--githinji/58341.htm">Francis  Githinji</a></strong></p>
<p>When you write a poem for Valentines, you will be satisfied when your loved ones receive it well. However, to ensure that you please your recipients, you will need to go a step further. This is to ensure that you outdo yourself and the people you love will have a better reception. When you go an extra mile to make your poems better, you will be pleased to ensure that your loved ones will be tickled. Speaking of being tickled, it is a very good thing to write funny Valentines poems. Funny Valentines poems will see to it that there is no dull moment when it comes to your Valentines Day. Humor is very essential when it comes to poems and more so to love. Love is all about sharing all the moments with a lighter view of things. This is very good and for you to fully experience this, you can go ahead and write a poem that will make your lover very happy. However, many people are often fearful of the thought of coming up with a good poem that is humorous. However, with the right direction, you will be in a position to write poems that will impress you.</p>
<p>Funny Valentines poems do not need to be written by people who are too serious about life. You need to look at all the little things that make life interesting. Humor is all about the ordinary things that feature in our everyday life and in other words, you do not need to think too much. Thinking too much can make your imagination and creativity in this regard compromised. Therefore, it is all about looking for all the exciting things of life and you will be in a position to make the right impact. Funny Valentines poems can also be inspired by particular incidents that might have taken place in your life together. All couples or lovers will have some lighter moments and looking back is the source of many emotions that are not just heartfelt but also lovely. Therefore, look back and really determine all the incidents that left you in stitches.</p>
<p>When you go through different sites, you will come across funny Valentines poems. Let this be your source of inspiration and, apart from being inspired, You will also find yourself in stitches. Among many other sites, poem source is the right place to be when it comes to funny poems. Look at all the examples of good poems. Read through and see how you can use the same concepts to come up with your very own unique poems. Remember, you do not have to do much when it comes to humor; you just have to let it flow. Without a doubt, you will be in a position to impress the people you love even as you share deep affection with them on that special day. Also, you can say a popular poem that was written by somebody else. This way, you will get to share in the creativity and the humor that will just work for you.</p>
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<p>Francis K. Githinji Is A Researcher And A Writer on Life and Society Issues. His Latest Project <a href="http://tomydate.com/">Free Online Dating Service</a> Shows How The Power Of Online Dating Can Be Harnessed Internationally and With Great Success, Or You Could Post Your Valued Comments On His Blog At <a href="http://www.tomydate.com/blog/?p=5905">Funny Valentines Poems</a></p>
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		<title>How to Write Poetry &#8211; Publish Poetry</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><h1>How to Write Poetry &#8211; Publish Poetry</h1>
<p><strong>Author: <a title="Www.ipublishabook.com" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/www.ipublishabook.com/219401.htm">Www.ipublishabook.com</a></strong>
<p>If you want to write poetry, take a look around you. There are plenty of ideas all around you. I would suggest you go through the park for a stroll with pen and paper. Pay attention and try to write down things you have observed like; the trees, the leaves, the people walking around, the color of the sky, things that spark your imagination.    </p>
<p>One of the best ways to get ideas to write poetry is by the observation of others. Write down some of the conversation you hear, what they are wearing, lovers holding hands or lovers in a quarrel. The ideas are to pay attention and take as much notes as you can. You will not be writing your poetry at this time. </p>
<p>You can browse through old pictures that can spark a blissful moment n your life or a not so blissful moment if your life. You can also go through magazine to come up with idea about the photos. Same thing can be said for listening to music. Certain type of music when you close your eyes can take you to a whole new place that can open the flood gate of your imagination and allowed the words to just flow on the paper.</p>
<p>Now that you have find ways to become creative to write poetry, one would have to decide what types of poetry I should write. If you are not sure of the style of poetry writing, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ipublishabook.com">http://www.ipublishabook.com</a> will list them to give you a better understanding.</p>
<p>Haiku: <br />Haiku comes in many different styles. A haiku can be three lines long with five syllables on the first line, seven syllables on the second line and five syllables on the third line. Haiku’s are not the easiest poetry to write.</p>
<p>Narrative Poems: <br />One of my favorite ways to write poetry is to write narrative poems. These stories should be short with a beginning, middle and conclusion.</p>
<p>Lyric Poems: <br />Lyric poems sound very similar to songs. The lyrics are put together in a rhyming patterns..</p>
<p>A Sonnet: Sonnets are lyrical songs. Sonnets are long and dramatic, tell a story.<br />Free Verse: Free verses do not have to rhyme. They can be short or long with any style you want.  </p>
<p>Writing poetry and publish poetry can be fun. The styles <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ipublishabook.com">http://www.ipublishabook.com</a> has listed are only some basic forms of poetry. Decide what subject that interests you. Write a first draft and then go away from the poetry for a while and come back with clear eyes so it can have the proper feel and love. Have fun writing poetry.</p>
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<p> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ipublishabook.com,">http://www.ipublishabook.com,</a> you will get a chance to read some of my writings. I always wanted to write and publish books but never realize the challenge I would face trying to get a publisher to look at my manuscript. I went the route you always hear a writer should not go, and that was to self-publish. </p>
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		<title>All About Short Love Poems</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[All About Short Love Poems Author: Chadisa When special occasions come, the demand for short love poems heightens. This is for the fact that love verses, especially love poems that are personally written by the person giving it, can really touch someone’s heart. What else can express and explicitly show one’s emotions rather than short [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><h1>All About Short Love Poems</h1>
<p><strong>Author: <a title="Chadisa" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/chadisa/107371.htm">Chadisa</a></strong>
<p>When special occasions come, the demand for short love poems heightens. This is for the fact that love verses, especially love poems that are personally written by the person giving it, can really touch someone’s heart. What else can express and explicitly show one’s emotions rather than short love poems? Compared to other expressions of love, like flowers, chocolates, etc, love poems can be dubbed as ultimate symbols of love as they have the power to send the message of passion to the other person, letting him or her know that she or he is very special. Short love poems are so personal that you got to think over and over again the best love poem that will suit your significant other or your beloved.</p>
<p>Expressing your love through short love poems is an art that needs to be mastered. For people with innate poetry skills, composing a piece will be easy. But for those who don’t have the talent to put their emotions into words, they are still not off the hook since there are various ready-made short love poems available out there. In the internet alone, one can search for short love poems that will reflect their true feelings. The only thing to do is be resourceful and choose the best poems.</p>
<p>However, short love poems that are personally written can give greater impact. More often than not, they are more appreciated than customized love poems that can be acquired anywhere in the internet. With this being said, it is essential for one to learn how to convey their thoughts and feelings through pen and paper. Short love poems that come from the heart will surely reflect your true feelings. Anyway this is actually what a love poem should be right? Short love poems can play the romance that your emotions desire.</p>
<p>Because not all persons are born poets, countless short love poems are made available aside from other love poems like anniversary love poems, birthday love poems, cute love poems, and all other seasoned love poems. If you are looking for specific love poems for your beloved, you can simply do so by browsing the internet. Whether you are gifting short love poems for his or her birthday or your anniversary, you sure will find the best ones online. But before you plunge into choosing the perfect love verses, be sure that they will reflect what your heart and mind says. With the perfect short love poems, you can bring joy and true happiness to your special someone.</p>
<p>Short love poems are windows of the heart and they sing the tales of love. It can be considered as an ultimate expression of love. So, if you are thinking about offering them to your special someone, make sure to choose short love poems that perfectly mirror your heart. It will be much better however if you write your own love poem. Not only that he or she will appreciate it, but your short love poems will make romantic memories that can be treasured for life.</p>
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		<title>How To Write Poetry</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[How To Write Poetry Author: WritingRoom aiku, limerick, sonnet, acrostic, free verse and song.The list of poem types is oh so long. Not all of them rhyme or contain a set number of beats.But they do all have passion and create an emotional heat. Okay enough of the rhyming and onto the how to… Poetry [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><h1>How To Write Poetry</h1>
<p><strong>Author: <a title="WritingRoom" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/writingroom/248377.htm">WritingRoom</a></strong>
<p>aiku, limerick, sonnet, acrostic, free verse and song.<br />The list of poem types is oh so long.</p>
<p>Not all of them rhyme or contain a set number of beats.<br />But they do all have passion and create an emotional heat.</p>
<p>Okay enough of the rhyming and onto the how to…</p>
<p>Poetry is the art of writing thoughts and ideas into an imaginative language, which usually contains, rhyme, verse, meter and repetition. There are many different types of poems.  Some follow strict rules while others allow you to write freely allowing the words to flow.  </p>
<p>Poetry expresses and conjures up personal thoughts, feelings and emotions.  No matter what style of poem you chose to write, they all require some of the same general elements.   </p>
<p>DECIDE ON YOUR POETRY STYLE.  Understanding the different types of poems will help you decide on what type of poem you should write.  Not sure?  Try reading all the different types of poems.  If something jumps out at you as intriguing, learn about it and give it a try.  But don’t worry too much about this&#8211; the best form for your poem will manifest itself while you are writing.</p>
<p>FIND YOUR MUSE.  Birth of a child, death of a loved one, love lost, love found, turning points; inspiration is all around us.  Open your eyes and dig deep.  Don’t be afraid to show emotion and share your experiences with the reader.  </p>
<p>CREATE YOUR FRAMEWORK. Even if you chose to write a free verse poem it still has an underlying structure, even if it appears not to.  Poems depend on rhythm, rhyme, tension and release.  Words get power from their arrangement.  Your poem should have an invisible pulse. </p>
<p>DECIDE YOUR MOOD.  Once your inspired, your muse has been summoned and you’re your framework mounted it is now time to conjure up the mood and tone of your poem.  You do not need to stick to stereotypical moods, a poem about death can be light and positive; you are free to interpret your subject in anyway you see fit.  Without a defined tone your poem will drift across the emotional spectrum leaving the reader confused. Use a thesaurus in your quest for the perfect words to evoke a desired tone.  Don’t be afraid to change the tone if it isn’t working.</p>
<p>CREATE METAPHORS. A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a phrase is applied to something that it is not literally applicable to, in order to suggest resemblance.  Using metaphors will evoke deeper and more imaginary stanzas. </p>
<p>USE POETIC DEVICES. Poetic devices enhance your poem&#8217;s beauty and meaning. Poetic devices include rhyme, meter, metaphor, assonance, alliteration, and repetition. Poetic devices can make a poem.  However, you must use poetic devices wisely because if they bring too much attention to themselves, they can have the reverse effect. </p>
<p>CHOOSE THE RIGHT WORDS.  A poem is “the best words in the best order”.  Therefore you need the best words.  There aren’t as many words in a poem as there are in other sorts of writing.  Choose carefully.  Play with words and their sounds.  Explore imagery and vivid descriptions; don’t be afraid to be creative while penning a strong structure of words.</p>
<p>SAVE THE BEST FOR LAST.  Imagine the last line of your poem is the punch line to a joke.  You want this line to evoke emotions and resonate with the reader.  A powerful last line will leave your reader pondering your words and message far after their eyes leave the page.</p>
<p>GET FEEDBACK.  Listen to your poem.  Read it out loud and then have someone else read it to you.  How does it sound?  The words should trickle off the tongue.  Ask others how it sounds and how it reads.  Remember, although it may sting, constructive criticism only makes it better. </p>
<p> <strong>About the Author:</strong>
<p>WritingRoom.com is the premiere online destination for all writers.</p>
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		<title>Online Memoir Writing</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Online Memoir Writing Author: Mikal Jhonson People believe that memoirs are written by great leaders, celebrities, and dignitaries. Only they would have stories interesting enough for people to read. Most people think “Who would want to read my story” and “What would I write about?” However, even the simplest person may have an interesting story [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><h1>Online Memoir Writing</h1>
<p><strong>Author: <a title="Mikal Jhonson" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/mikal-jhonson/184335.htm">Mikal Jhonson</a></strong>
<p>People believe that memoirs are written by great leaders, celebrities, and dignitaries. Only they would have stories interesting enough for people to read. Most people think “Who would want to read my story” and “What would I write about?” </p>
<p>However, even the simplest person may have an interesting story to tell. Therefore, it is a good idea to consider writing a memoir; not only for personal satisfaction, but also as a valuable treasure chest of memories to be left for family and future generations. </p>
<p>With a new concept that has been introduced, online memoir writing, you can write and record your memoirs on a website. It’s like an online journal that only you have access to, as it gives you a dedicated password and user id. Also, when you are recording details on a website, you don’t need to bother with pens, ink and paper. </p>
<p>An <a href="http://www.writemymemoirs.com/memoirs/my-memoir.html" target="_blank">online memoir</a> gives you the guarantee that your document will be safe and you have the additional convenience of working at your own pace. Several <a href="http://www.writemymemoirs.com/our_product.html" target="_blank">online writing tools </a>further simplify the task by giving you tips, ideas, suggestions, and chronological sequence of important events to jog your memory. All this helps greatly in writing your memoirs.  </p>
<p>Before you consider writing your memoir, plan it very carefully. Identifying your target audience will help you decide the tone to choose for writing it. For your friends and family, a more personal and intimate tone would be appropriate. However, if your target is a more general audience, a crisp professional writing style should be adopted. </p>
<p>So, get down to recording your life with <a href="http://www.writemymemoirs.com/memoirs/memoir-writing.html" target="_blank">online memoir writing</a>. It’s fun, enjoyable, a learning experience, and a chance to relive some precious moments of your life. Besides, it leaves behind a collection of memories that would be cherished by your family and friends.</p>
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