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Breach of Faith
Deep within my soul there was a part of me that knew. It knew your true nature, but foolishly it was blinded by love. You were aware of the hold you had over me and you abused the trust and the kindness and the forgiveness that I had bestowed upon you years before.
Adrien SweetPublished 7 years ago in PoetsZX Spectrum Games You Must Play
The delights of the ZX Spectrum may be unfamiliar to many American readers. But as one of the very first home computers aimed at a mainstream audience, the humble machine dominated the European market for years.
Sam FlintlockPublished 7 years ago in GamersBooks That Improve Family Relations
Everyone alive is an expert on this most compelling of subjects. Nothing is, or ever was, more wonderful, more dreadful, more inescapable, or the subject of more talk than the family unit. Every clan and tribe has its tale to tell, and nearly all the tales I have heard shed some light on the chief question: what is it that makes a good family?
Arnold SeleskeyPublished 7 years ago in FamiliesA Parent’s Guide to Staying Safe Online
A parent’s guide to staying safe online While some parents may consider themselves good with technology, a surprising number admit to having a lack of knowledge when it comes to keeping their children safe online. According to figures produced by Ofcom and quoted by the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) of those homes in which children have access to the internet almost half of parents (48%) with children in the 5 to 15 age range think they know less about the internet than their children do. This rises to 70% of parents of 12-15 year olds. In addition, 33% of children age 12 to 17 claim their parents do not know what they do online (Ofcom 2011).
Colin R. BrownePublished 7 years ago in FamiliesHow to Arrange an LGBTQ Adoption
Right now, there is probably at least one person out there hoping that you'll adopt a child. It could be a stressed out woman who isn't able to support a child, or it could be the child himself.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 7 years ago in FamiliesBest Family Friendly Movies
Selecting a movie that interests the whole family can be a major challenge. Things that are age appropriate for the kids often may not be interesting for older members of the family. Family movie night is just not as fun unless the whole gang is interested in the movie. Check out this list of family-friendly movies that are sure to be a hit with the whole family (and will save you from watching the same movie on repeat).
Annie KielyPublished 7 years ago in FamiliesPoetry Publishing Scams to Avoid
I've been a writer by trade for years, and this means that I have seen a million and one publishing scams through my time. The reason why publishing scams are so common is because being a writer is one of the hardest things to break into on a legitimate level.
Rhonda TaylorPublished 7 years ago in PoetsMy Muse
It was many years ago when we first met, Doing strange things most people wouldn’t get. Estranged, I was, never mattered to you,
Tips for New Slam Poets
Slam poetry isn't easy, and in most cases, it's insanely intimidating to try out. But, if you are a poet at heart, you can't help yourself from giving it a shot.
Skunk UzekiPublished 7 years ago in PoetsTen NES Games You Don't Need to Play
Welcome back to my retro reviews. I have always loved playing Nintendo, and from its vast library of great games, there come a few crappy games. These are not games that necessarily evoke feelings of wrath or revulsion, but nonetheless, they are games you can avoid.
Aaron DennisPublished 7 years ago in GamersThoughts on Resident Evil 4 — After Playing It for the First Time 15 Years Later
To start this thing off let's take it back to when I first got Resident Evil 4 in 2016. No use in telling him... he's dead.
Dylan LeporePublished 7 years ago in GamersWhat Your Car Says About You
Your car is a statement about yourself. It says who you are, how you will likely drive, and what kind of life you live. Have you ever wondered what your car says about you, or what people think about your car?
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 7 years ago in Wheel5 Tips For Playing Better Rogues
We all think we've got a handle on the rogue. They're trap spotters, skullduggerers, thieves, blackguards, and all-around bastards. Their moral compass points toward gold, and there is no trick too low, and no scheme too dirty, for them to stick their fingers in.
Neal LitherlandPublished 7 years ago in GamersAre Electric Cars Going To Save The World?
Will Electric cars save the world? We are living through a period of change. The ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said the only constant thing in the universe is change. What we have learned in the last 3,000 years is that all change has a price. Who pays the price and who gains the benefits, are questions that should be considered when evaluating any and all changes.
Peter RosePublished 7 years ago in WheelTrance-Humanism
I am a big fan of all the great things technology has enabled us to do, and also what it has enabled us to not have to do. While many people are still working at jobs they ultimately would not have chosen, the implementation of computer programs and advanced machinery has freed many of us from hard physical labor and moved the workplace into more of a sedentary and techno-dominant realm.
Michael ThielmannPublished 7 years ago in 0115 Nostalgic Car Features You'll Never Forget
If you've been driving a long time, you may recognize some of these older car features, and even miss them when driving newer cars. Younger people may not even realize that many of the standard features and functions in a newer car have evolved over time, or only very recently been added.
Annie KielyPublished 7 years ago in WheelService Dog Dilemma
Imagine this, you're walking through the supermarket and as you turn down the next aisle, you spot a dog. You squeal the word "puppy" and walk up to the dog and pet it. That's when you notice the vest with the words "Service Dog" plastered on the side, but you still keep petting. Unfortunately, you just put the dog's handler in danger.
Kayla PowellPublished 7 years ago in PetlifeShould You Buy a 4 Cylinder or 6 Cylinder Drive?
Buying a car means that you will likely be inundated with all these different kinds of stats about the car you're considering buying. Even if you're not a gearhead, it's important to get a little bit of information about the car's motor before you buy it.
James LizowskiPublished 7 years ago in Wheel10 Insane Crime Fighting Tools You'll See in the Future
The fight against crime is a noble one that makes the world safer for everyone. As police search for violent criminals, they will need to have every tool that they can get.
Riley Raul ReesePublished 7 years ago in 0110 Classic Cars Made Iconic By TV
Everyone loves a classic car - especially gearheads. Though it's common enough for mechanics and other car people to be able to tell apart a Ford Model-A from a Ford Model-T, most people can't recognize cars right off the bat.
Parag PatelPublished 7 years ago in Wheel