Erica Gourley (LookNoHands)

Erica Gourley is a mother, teacher, aspiring author and poet of misfortune. She is from up the holler in West Virginia. She currently resides with her little family and large menagerie of pets in the flatlands of the Midwest. After years of enduring incessant shit storms, she eventaully survived. When the storms finally ceased, she dug deep and uncovered the rose. She also quit her job, cashed in her retirement (many years before maturity) and pursued her dream as a writer. It's still debatable whether or not she completly lost her mind during that long, arduous journey. Have no doubt though-she discovered herself somewhere along the way. Now, several years later, all she has to show for her giant leap of faith is a semifinished book manuscript, quite a few mediocre articles, and a plethora of poetry. Fortunately, she was able to go back to teaching and is once again earning a steady income. She stil has a pen, a voice and a dream to chase. Hell hath no fury- Epiphany!

In the Spotlight

A Common Sense Approach to Reaching Your At-Risk Students

An article for teachers of at-risk high school students- it's all about your approach.

In the Spotlight

What to Do When the Tooth Fairy Forgets to Visit

Advice for parents when the Tooth Fairy doesn't make it to your house.

In the Spotlight

Epiphany's Muse

A poem of revelation, change and growth.

In the Spotlight

An Ode To Prufrock

A poem inspired by Eliot's infamous "Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock." Coming to terms with age and experience.

In the Spotlight

Daddy's Love

A poem about the unconditional love of a father.

In the Spotlight

The Marksman

Poem, rivers of Hades, revenge, old souls

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  Poems & Poetry

  Epiphany's Muse

  2 years ago

  A poem of revelation, change and growth.

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  Casserole Recipes

  Cheesy Squash Casserole

  2 years ago

  Too much zucchini in the garden? Sick of Zucchini Bread? I've got the solution: a summer squash casserole the entire family will love.

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  Rice Main & Side Dish Recipes

  Easy Does It Black Beans and Rice

  2 years ago

  Delicious black beans and rice. From stove-top to table in 15 minutes flat.

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  Cookies & Biscuits

  "Don't Forget the Pudding" Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

  5 years ago

  Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe that can't be beat. The secret's in the pudding. Shh.....

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  Breakfast Breads & Cakes

  Banana Cinnamon Swirl Bread

  2 years ago

  An old favorite with a new twist- Banana Cinnamon Swirl Bread recipe

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  Vegetable Main & Side Dish Recipes

  Corn Fritters

  5 years ago

  Melt in your mouth Corn Fritters. Easy side dish the whole family will love. Goes great with fried chicken and mashed potatoes.

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  Crafts for Kids

  West Virginia Coal Garden

  2 years ago

  Coal Garden Recipe

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  Chili con Carne

  Grandma Hartman's West Virginia Hot Dog Chili

  2 years ago

  A West Virginia Hot Dog is almost heaven- just like the state. Try this easy to make chili on top of your hot dog with coleslaw and finely diced onions- your taste buds won't be disappointed.

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  Poems & Poetry

  The Marksman

  22 months ago

  Poem, rivers of Hades, revenge, old souls

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  Ode

  An Ode To Prufrock

  22 months ago

  A poem inspired by Eliot's infamous "Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock." Coming to terms with age and experience.

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  5
  Poems & Poetry

  Daddy's Love

  17 months ago

  A poem about the unconditional love of a father.

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  soapboxie.com

  A Common Sense Approach to Reaching Your At-Risk Students

  14 months ago

  An article for teachers of at-risk high school students- it's all about your approach.

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  wehavekids.com

  What to Do When the Tooth Fairy Forgets to Visit

  22 months ago

  Advice for parents when the Tooth Fairy doesn't make it to your house.