Jane Austen and the Reality of Marriage

  According to Jane Austen’s letters, she was generally in favour of basing a marriage on love. Yet she also recognises the realities of the nineteenth century  where women were often faced with poverty...

The Unique Relationship Between Aunts and Nieces

Hub about the unique relationship between aunts and nieces, two women thrown together by birth, but kept together by love.

The Ability to Empathize with Humanity

Its hard to imagine a world that lacks empathy. For many of us; empathy is part of our being. Perhaps, it is what it is to be human. We empathize with the world around us in many ways. When we empathize; we show compassion. Compassion towards the world around us. We show through compassion that we are willing to look beyond ourselves towards the difficulties or needs of another. This is a kind of spiritual journey. An expression of compassion towards the world around us.

All About Al Capone

The Girl Behind the Pen 5

Sandy has begun a new chapter in her life. Will it be as exciting as she hopes it will be? Will she find love within the handsome doctors office? Things have apparently changed in making her move to work for the small doctors office at the beach. A place that Sandy hopes to settle into, as a place she can finally call home.

Forbidden Food for G6PD Cases

This hub provides a brief overview of some of the food items that are generally not allowed for children / adults with G6PD. The information contained in this hub are based on the personal experience and knowledge of the writer.

How to Write a Letter to A Special Baby in Your Life (Niece, Nephew, or Close Friend's Child)

Lest you think a relationship with a child occurs only after he or she is born, think again. There are various ways to “connect” to a baby on the way and plant the seeds of a long-term relationship. One way to do this is through writing a letter.

When A Brother Dies

What is it like to lose a close member of the family suddenly and tragically? A story of one man's loss.

Christmas gift ideas for older teen/tween/preteen/teenage girly girls

Teen girls can be particularly difficult to choose fabulous gifts for, especially as they get into the older teen years. Styles, fashions and tastes can change quickly and that can often leave many an unwanted gift in its wake. But most teens...

Influential Women in History: Harriet Lane, first to be called "First Lady"

A mini-biography of Harriet Lane, niece of President James Buchanan and our first iconic First Lady.