Dana Strang (DanaTeresa)

I am a 30-something gal struggling with what to say about myself in this profile. Who am I?

I am so many things: daughter, sister, aunt, God-mother, student, teacher, girfiend, best friend. I am painfully shy yet will throw it all out there. I am just as comfortable in a ball gown as I am in jeans. I enjoy tequilla as much as champagne. Frank Sinatra is just as likely to play from my stereo as hard rock. I am low tech. I don't own an ipod or iphone or i-anything. I have no "ap for that". I have studied biology, psychology, and wildlife conservation. I have lived in NY, MD, and VA, OH and loved and hated them all.

I love the unusual and the ordinary.I love creepy-cute things. And that is why I have a tattoo of a skull with pigtails! I love knowledge and ideas and expression. I despise ignorance and oppression. I love tattoos and food and art and music and books and movies and nature and science and words. Just as much as the stories they tell, I love the feelings they evoke. There are many a book or movie that I have completely forgotten the plot line of, but I can still feel the feeling of it.

And I love to write. Until now my writing has remained as passages in my head. Hubpages is my first attempt at sharing it with anyone.

I always welcome comments on my hubs. Don't be shy. I embrace constructive criticism and consider it opportunity to grow as as writer.

I hope you find someting that sparks your interest, makes your day, touches you, or even adds to or changes your life. As much as I write for the joy of it and the need for it, I write for you.

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Their First Time

Playful teasing. That’s how it began. Then flirting. Like grade schoolers. The boy that pulls the girl’s hair and runs away. The girl that pushes that boy on the playground. Then high school. Him to her “Do you ever shut the F-ck up?” Her to...

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Without A Touch - poem

(Begin the video first. The instrumental intro will give you plenty of time to read my work before enjoying one of my favorite songs of passionate love) ~~~~~~~~~ Do you believe in love at first sight? What about first word, first sound,...

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Turn a Negative Comment into Something Positive

I think its safe to say that everyone likes to be complimented. It makes us feel good. You would be hard pressed to find someone complaining or stressed out over a nice thing someone said. We like to feel good. The opposite also is true. We do not...

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The Seasons In Socks - Haiku

A journey from Spring to Winter, little girl to woman, told in socks.

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Crazy Cemetery Stories: Ashes to Ashes

A collection of anecdotes based on my years working at a large cemetery. This particular set deals with some intersting and amusing things about cremated remains and my dealings with them.

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U2's Achtung Baby: A Tale of Marriage on the Rocks

Released in 1991, Achtung Baby is one of U2's most successful albums. It is also my favorite. Achtung Baby marks the band's transformation from preaching from the mountaintop to crawling into your living room. Achtung Baby was U2's response to the...

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  Humor Writing

  Cats Are Just Furry Toddlers

  5 years ago

  Toys everywhere, the pitter-patter of little feet, fussy eating habits. Is it a cat or a 2-year-old? Sometimes they are pretty much indistinguishable.

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  Prose Poetry

  The Old Shed - poem

  11 years ago

  My brother was a great amateur photographer. This poem was inspired by a trip he made taking photos from the passenger seat of a car. He passed away Dec 2012 from CF. His photos and spirit live on.

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  Shampoos & Conditioners

  Suave Professionals vs. Salon Brand Shampoo - which is better?

  10 years ago

  In an effort to save money I switched from using salon brand shampoo to various drug store brands and finally settled on Suave Professionals. This article explains why.

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  A Romantic Story Part Four - The next day

  4 years ago

  This is a continuation of my Romantic Story - a series of scenes involving a couple completely, romantically, and passionately in love. She stirs. Enjoys the softness of the sheets, the stillness of the room. It feels like a dream. She stretches...

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  A Romantic Story Part Three - The Evening

  4 years ago

  This is Part Three of an evolving series of Romantic Stories. Each scene works on its own, as well as in the series. You are welcome to start here, or you can begin with the first. You will find the links to the first two scenes by scrolling down....

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  A romantic story part two - The Lake

  4 years ago

  This story begins with two lovers sharing an intimate meal that ends with a kiss. You can read it first, or enjoy this and then go back to see how it began. After what seems like an eternity, their lips part. Slowly. If you were to ask them, they...

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  A romantic story part one - The Dinner Date

  4 years ago

  He leads her to a small table in a quiet restaurant. A late hour for dinner, most of the tables are empty. He pulls out her chair. She sits. He sits across from her. The only light is from a few well placed candles. A waiter approaches and, without...

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  Thinking Positive

  Turn a Negative Comment into Something Positive

  5 years ago

  I think its safe to say that everyone likes to be complimented. It makes us feel good. You would be hard pressed to find someone complaining or stressed out over a nice thing someone said. We like to feel good. The opposite also is true. We do not...

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  Tattoos

  Can You Get a Tattoo While Pregnant?

  2 years ago

  There are many things to consider when getting a tattoo, including the cost, style, artist, location, and, last but not least, time. There are certain situations in which you should never get a tattoo. Learn about the potential dangers of tattooing at the wrong time.

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  Tattoos

  What to Do With a Bad Tattoo: Cover It? Remove It? Why Not Reinvent It?

  2 years ago

  What do you do if you have a tattoo that is faded, was a bad idea, or perhaps no longer fits your lifestyle? There are options for hiding or removing your tattoo. Or, you can reinvent it into something great. This is worth checking out, even just for the photos!

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  Creative Writing

  My Inbred Cat

  11 years ago

  I have an inbred cat. His parents are brother and sister. From the moment he was born I knew he was, let's just say special. This is his story.