Kylyssa Shay
Living in Kentwood, MI
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On AC since: 11.09.07
Bio:
Kylyssa Shay is a freelance writer, an atheist and an avid life-long learner with unusual life experiences including alternate lifestyles and homelessness. She is passionate about sexuality, freedom of speech, and writing.
Kylyssa Shay is a freelance writer, an atheist and an avid life-long learner with unusual life experiences including alternate lifestyles and homelessness. She is passionate about sexuality, freedom of speech, and writing.
Education/Experience:
About three years of college courses and a lifetime in the school of hard knocks.
About three years of college courses and a lifetime in the school of hard knocks.
Interests:
freedom of speech, biology, pets, cats, aquarium fish, science fiction, floral design, sexuality, poetry, erotica, wedding flowers, science, atheist, cooking, writing, homelessness, polyamory, evolution, atheism, non-monogamy, sex, religion, flowers
freedom of speech, biology, pets, cats, aquarium fish, science fiction, floral design, sexuality, poetry, erotica, wedding flowers, science, atheist, cooking, writing, homelessness, polyamory, evolution, atheism, non-monogamy, sex, religion, flowers
Motto:
"Carpe diodon!" - Seize the porcupine puffer!
"Carpe diodon!" - Seize the porcupine puffer!
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While porcupine puffers can get rather large and require a big aquarium, their care is easy compared to that of many saltwater fish. With proper care you can enjoy your porcupine puffer's antics for years to come.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 5/19/2009 | Read more »
Prom is an expensive affair but you can easily save money on your prom corsage without looking like a cheapskate.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/24/2009 | Read more »
A plenum serves as a place to grow nitrate eating bacteria in your saltwater aquarium. This article explains, step by step, how to build a plenum for your saltwater aquarium.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/18/2009 | Read more »
People often say, "It takes a lot of faith to be an atheist." This is usually followed with a statement like, "After all, you can't be 100% certain there is no God." As an atheist, I can say that it has never taken me any faith at all to be one.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/17/2009 | Read more »
Finally, I did the infamous Donald Pennington interview to try to give my sagging views a boost. I must say the process was pain-free, for the most part, aside from the brutally honest soul-searching required to answer his questions.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/7/2009 | Read more »
A poem about Creation's Ladder, a religious ideology supporting both the Divine Rule of Kings and Social Darwinism.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
Saltwater fish and invertebrates come from a very stable environment and are much more sensitive to excessive nitrates than most freshwater species. A plenum can help control those nitrates.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
I've compiled a list of ten less obvious sex tips, including neither techniques, nor positions which I hope will help you to become the kind of lover you want to be.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
Pet tragedies can be avoided by a little pre-party planning. A few simple precautions can keep your pets safe and leave you free to enjoy your party without worrying about your furry, feathered or fishy friends.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/19/2009 | Read more »
Evolution contradicts the story of Genesis as found in the Bible if one takes the text of the Bible literally but a lot of scientific knowledge contradicts parts of the Bible.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/18/2009 | Read more »
Two thirds of Social Security Disability applications are automatically denied without regard to the severity of the applicant's illness.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/15/2009 | Read more »
I believe that people gain weight and don't manage to control it, not because they are gluttons or because they are lazy but because their mental state drives them to unhealthy behaviors.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/14/2009 | Read more »
There seems to be some confusion, especially in the conservative Christian community, between the Theory of Evolution and Social Darwinism.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/13/2009 | Read more »
I am an atheist. I don't believe in God or an afterlife. I may not believe in life after death but I wholeheartedly believe in life before death.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/12/2009 | Read more »
We have already left our imprint on the very genes of countless organisms. Like it or not the human race is a vast force of nature whose impact on the environment and the evolution of species around us will resonate for ages to come.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/4/2009 | Read more »
Kegel exercises were developed by Arnold Kegel, M.D to treat and prevent urinary incontinence after childbirth. Now that doesn't sound very sexy, does it? We'll get to that, I assure you.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/30/2009 | Read more »
My partner has supported me whole-heartedly in all of my creative endeavors. He has given me strength, praise and criticism. He has shown me great joys and passions I'd never known before which re-lit my inner fire.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/28/2009 | Read more »
Many Christians and other theists will insist that atheists are immoral people who have decided to become atheists so they can behave immorally without guilt.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/26/2009 | Read more »
I've heard it far too many times, I think, the assertion that to be an atheist a person must first think God is real and then hate, or deny God.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/25/2009 | Read more »
As I understand it, Christians are people who believe in Jesus Christ and worship a single God. In the past year, I've heard an awful lot of strange remarks regarding Christians.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/24/2009 | Read more »
Rupert is a very playful and silly kitty and he's quite the ham. I've posted some of my favorite shots of the little orange clown.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/13/2009 | View here »
Why the lack of a complete, exact and perfect explanations of the origin of life and the universe do not make it seem logical for me to just believe in God instead of seeking the real answers.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/12/2009 | Read more »
This article will take you through the process, step by step, of how to make a cake that looks like a pizza.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/8/2009 | Read more »
In order to write custom erotica, you need to find out exactly what your clients want. The easiest way to get this information is to provide your custom erotica clients with a form or checklist.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/5/2009 | Read more »
Countless businesses advertise flowers on television, on the radio, in the papers and on the Internet. It's easy to get suckered in by numerous flower marketing go-betweens like 1800Flowers, ProFlowers, Flowers Across America, Teleflora, and FTD.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/5/2009 | Read more »
Once upon a time the quality of writing actually mattered. Then along came the concept of SEO
or search engine optimization of articles. That led to many writers stuffing keywords, sometimes irrelevant keywords, into every article they write.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/4/2009 | Read more »
Perhaps you are pretty new to sex or you haven't had a lot of sexual experiences. Maybe you've been in relationships where you had sex but you never tried anything that was different.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/1/2009 | Read more »
You may be curious about sex toys and other products to enhance sexual pleasure. However, you may be concerned about how your partner or spouse will feel - both about you and about your individual or mutual use of sex toys.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/28/2008 | Read more »
Because every piece of custom erotica written has a guaranteed market it can be a very profitable niche market to write for. This article is the first of several explaining how you can start writing other people's sexual fantasies to earn money.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/23/2008 | Read more »
Evolution is just a process by which change occurs in nature. The process of evolution was deduced by interpretation of evidence that holds up to empirical scrutiny.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/23/2008 | Read more »
People think of Valentine's Day as a romantic holiday. After 17 years as a floral designer I think of it as an over-hyped pain in the ass. I've come to see the artificiality of it as played out by thousands of customers.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/22/2008 | Read more »
In my fiction I sometimes use the words God, Jesus, demon, devil, Jihad, soul, spirit, or ghost. A number of my readers claim the use of such words means that I can't possibly be an atheist, that it means I must believe in God.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/9/2008 | Read more »
Christian Christmas uses such icons as reindeer, mistletoe, Santa Claus, snowmen and pine trees. Since these are all respected religious tenets of Christianity I propose that we, as atheists, should avoid co-opting them for our own Christmas celebrations.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/23/2008 | Read more »
This dish combines three things I'm wild about -- smoked salmon, pine nuts, and pesto. It's delicious, but very easy to prepare.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/13/2008 | Read more »
Silk flowers are often touted as an inexpensive alternative to fresh floral wedding decorations. However, many people don't talk about the other advantages of using artificial wedding flowers. This article explains those advantages.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/13/2008 | Read more »
Many advice columns and well-meaning people give brides the idea that silk flowers are always less expensive than fresh flowers for their wedding and it's not always true. Silk flowers can be way less expensive but not without following these guidelines.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/7/2008 | Read more »
I used to swear by the sugary little cans of gelatinous red stuff people call cranberry sauce. That was, until I learned how much tastier the real thing can be. Try this recipe for cranberry merlot sauce and you'll see what I mean.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/5/2008 | Read more »
This Thanksgiving sweet potato recipe is an indulgent expression of my love of family, friends and food. The bourbon gives a jolt of flavor to this sweet side dish which is mellowed nicely by the butter and dark brown sugar.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/5/2008 | Read more »
Nearly every bride has a budget for her wedding flowers. There are ways to stretch that budget and get nice wedding flowers from a low flower budget or use a moderate budget to create high budget looks.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/5/2008 | Read more »
Follow these directions from a professional florist to create an elegant, contemporary Thanksgiving centerpiece with fresh flowers that will wow your holiday guests.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/5/2008 | Read more »
Many people wonder why florists charge to arrange flowers. A florist explains why.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/5/2008 | Read more »
Many people wouldn't think you could use orchids on every table at your reception and keep your budget under control. However, it's perfectly possible with some design know-how and the creative use of modern style glassware.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/5/2008 | Read more »
The Hollandaise sauce drizzled over the top and the grated Romano cheese provide a decadent finish for this Thanksgiving mashed potatoes recipe.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/4/2008 | Read more »
These tulip centerpieces and artichoke votive decorations are an easy-to-make decoration for a party or wedding reception. All you need are a few tools and some readily available materials to fashion a stylish but simple design.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/4/2008 | Read more »
While over twice as many zombies attended our walk as the Guinness World Record Largest Zombie Walk it didn't count because Guinness Book officials were not present or contacted. Here are some of my photos from the night.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/1/2008 | View here »
Is belief in God automatic? Or is it something you achieve once you've discovered it and examined and decided that you want it? It seems some people believe that everyone is born believing in God, in particular, the Christian God.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/28/2008 | Read more »
You could buy new flower arrangements every week for the month of December but you don't have to. You can keep your home decorated with stylish fresh arrangements throughout the holiday season with a minimum of fuss if you just follow a few guidelines.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/27/2008 | Read more »
Talking dirty during sex is a big turn on for a lot of people but many are afraid to try it. With a little knowledge and confidence on your side you'll be ready to give dirty talk a try.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/25/2008 | Read more »
Thursday, October 30th at 9pm the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan will attempt to beat the World Record for the World's Largest Zombie Walk! Zombies will proceed in a pretty much orderly, though distinctly undead, fashion through downtown Grand Rapids.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/23/2008 | Read more »
I am an Atheist and there are many things I'm thankful for so I've composed a list of ten very important things. All of them are vital to the way of life I've grown to love. Please take a moment to ponder them as I have.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/22/2008 | Read more »
One thing many people don't consider when choosing flowers for their wedding is the seasonal availability of particular flowers or the durability of those flowers. This article deals with the benefits and pitfalls of 10 popular wedding flowers.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/19/2008 | Read more »
If you want the best value for your money, the best possible service, and the nicest possible arrangement of flowers you might want to consider a few of these tips from a professional floral designer.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/12/2008 | Read more »
Here are a few pictures of my roommate's kitty, Vanessa. She's so cute she wound up on Cute Overload, you should check them out at http://www.cuteoverload.com - if you think you can handle the cute!
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/11/2008 | View here »
I caught a glimpse of something in the mirror that I don't want to kill. A gaping chasm shaped exactly like me clings closer than a shadow.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 10/7/2008 | Read more »
These recipes make impressive party snacks without any complicated techniques or extended preparation time. Simple and savory, you can prepare these treats ahead of time and reheat in the microwave or oven.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 9/20/2008 | Read more »
Make a simple choice.
Liberal and liberty
grow from the same roots.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 9/20/2008 | Read more »
Fondant is like edible modeling clay. It can be shaped, colored, cut or molded. It can turn a plain cake into a work of art. This simple and inexpensive alternative to commercial fondant is surprising easy to make and to work with.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 8/8/2008 | Read more »
To use, simply add to your frying pan or wok with the item or items you wish to caramelize. Cooked, drained wheat noodles such as udon (elementary Japanese wheat noodles) noodles are great for this. This sauce is also excellent for stir fry.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 7/28/2008 | Read more »
Most people can tell the difference between natural and augmented breasts at a glance. They are almost uniformly unrealistic. Why do cosmetic surgeons sculpt them that way rather than trying to achieve a more natural appearance?
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 6/19/2008 | Read more »
There are quite a few common sense methods to reduce summer cooling costs and to save money on your electric bill in general. You've probably heard some or all of these tips before. In that case, take this as a reminder to implement them this summer.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 6/14/2008 | Read more »
This recipe makes a generous quantity of a silky, decadent soup. It is a creamed soup base with tasty asparagus spears, tangy cheese, golden brown potatoes, and savory bacon pieces.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 6/7/2008 | Read more »
Far from home, a creature tries to survive in a human city.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 5/31/2008 | Read more »
The moon is high and lovely in the sky against the tear streaked crimson clouds of the nuclear night. The dark clouds alternately cover and disclose her in some obscene display. She's a solitary flasher with the grace of a dove in flight.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 5/25/2008 | Read more »
My loins feel the thrust of him where his blade marked the way. A cold steel caress across my breast, an indelible print from his hand.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 5/18/2008 | Read more »
The common culture uses sex as a tool of power and barter rather than as a beautiful sharing of pleasure. The use of sex as a trade good between women and men is taught in the popular media but worse yet in American homes, schools, and churches.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 5/10/2008 | Read more »
Without feelings of connectedness and at least a bit of sexual chemistry romantic relationships will wither and die. Here are some suggestions to help you keep your flame burning across the miles.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 4/22/2008 | Read more »
I kneel in the dirt, soil under my fingernails. The smell of earth reminds me of time spent with you, walking in the woods.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 4/19/2008 | Read more »
I've painted my eyes shut
like the glass panes
of a decrepit old house.
There'll be no escaping
through the windows of my soul.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 4/19/2008 | Read more »
Words are simply noises made with lips and teeth and tongues like kisses for ears untouchable or bites for the civilized beast.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 4/15/2008 | Read more »
The price of gas is up again
it's not falling soon, my friend.
The world's insane, war in Iraq
we don't know if they're coming back.
The richest country, what a lie -
slowly, daily, people die.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/26/2008 | Read more »
Instructions On How To Write A Sonnet In Sonnet Form
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/24/2008 | Read more »
I looked up at you,
looked up to you, too.
You held my tiny hand in yours
and never strayed from my side.
You led me through everything new
until you knew I could stand on my own.
Momma, you held my heart, too...
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/23/2008 | Read more »
I never went on to become a world renowned scientist or a wizard of Wall Street. I haven't changed the world. I'm not wealthy or famous nor have I cured any diseases. Most folks aren't and haven't either but no one is disappointed about it.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/23/2008 | Read more »
A poem about living forever and staying young forever
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
A poem about taking back the beauty of sex and sexuality after rape and molestation
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/15/2008 | Read more »
Buying rotifers to feed directly to your tank can be quite expensive. If you are a reef keeper already you certainly have the skills to do this! Compared to many aspects of saltwater husbandry, it is remarkably easy to culture rotifers.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/14/2008 | Read more »
A Poem About Being an Adult Survivor of Molestation
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/14/2008 | Read more »
I'm in a bit of a quandary. I'm not sure about how to cite sources for knowledge learned in childhood from unremembered sources. I'm also unsure how to cite first hand knowledge gained by trial and error.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/12/2008 | Read more »
Why speak of cheating
when it's not a game,
this love we play?
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/11/2008 | Read more »
The word "intercourse" describes an interaction, an exchange of thoughts and feelings. That's precisely what enjoyable sexual intercourse is all about. It's a conversation between bodies as well as minds, ideally in the same language.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/11/2008 | Read more »
Finding life without an afterlife pointless or depressing is as silly as going to an amusement park and becoming so depressed that your visit will end that you sit down just inside the entrance and cry your eyes out...
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/6/2008 | Read more »
Electric palm trees line the streets And hookers stalk outside their glow Where winos beg for special treats And junkies suck up candy snow...
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
Always a crowd pleaser, I make this soup up ahead of time and bring it to potlucks in a crock pot.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/2/2008 | Read more »
I sit here writing music for the deaf
the kind that throbs through lung and bone
the kind not heard by ears alone.
Bass and drums pulse with life
and beat like blood beneath my hands
filling silence with wildness
and quiet with voice.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/2/2008 | Read more »
Beneath your heart I grew
Curled up like a bean
I planted roots in your soul.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/2/2008 | Read more »
a poem about feelings, something people with Asperger's Syndrome struggle with
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/2/2008 | Read more »
A poem about a lover wearing your clothes
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/2/2008 | Read more »
A mask of anonymity
covers my true face.
Maybe we passed in the grocery store,
in an elevator,
or on your pillow when you woke...
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 3/2/2008 | Read more »
A chalice full of teardrops
a basin full of fears
a rain that never stops-
all ends but the tears.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/29/2008 | Read more »
My heart is swollen like a flooded river,
too big for my chest
wet, soft, fragile
and about to burst.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/29/2008 | Read more »
I am boiled by the rage to know
choosing ignorance as my foe.
Upon me is the dark night of the soul
that hides (and taunts me with) my goal.
The agony of things unknown
has festered in my brain...and grown.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/29/2008 | Read more »
Some of the most important tools to have in a polyamorous relationship are strategies to deal with jealousy. Jealousy can intrude in any relationship and in a non-monogamous relationship there are more participants so there are more intersections where jealousy might enter.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/28/2008 | Read more »
A new legend of the origin of men and dogs.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Harshly night pricked her with a thousand pins
each piercing sharper than the one before,
her flesh paying the cost of two men's sins.
Innocence lost with blood, she fought no more.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
It only hurts when I breathe but it's OK
because I can't breathe any more.
Your head on my pillowcase is like a dream of heaven.
I can't dream any more.
Kissing you makes me tremble to my soles.
I can't stand any more.......
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
You won't find me
hiding in the landscaping
dreaming of the last beating.
No one will see me
crying with joy finding
apple peelings
sealed neatly in a ziploc bag.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Bits of ash tantalize,
suggest words
one can almost see.
Sooty metal spirals
twist into my abdomen
catching on sensitive vital organs
of the soul.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
I am the butterfly, the left hand,
the traitor and the whore.
The arteries of love are cut clean through.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
My soul is still roaring in the silence
Agony and angst are like wine upon my lips
Soundless in their violence
Calm insanity slips
Inside me, defenseless......
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Nestled snugly in honeyed heaven's north
there is a piece of paradise so sweet........
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
I cry while smiling
when I stumble through your heart.
I laugh in riddles
when my whole world falls apart.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
The winter wind at night
caresses my skin,
burrows beneath it
somewhere around the fifth rib.
My heart freezes,
crystals cleave its chambers
spreading outward in a spiderweb of ice.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
We kissed in her car
Tongue and teeth and heart.
My resolve broke apart.
Hands slid south
To the forbidden planet,
My heart could barely stand it.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
A human bloom torn petal by petal
she loves me, she loves me not.
Every petal falling sheds just a bit more blood.
All the petals gone, not a one to pluck.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
They say love is not for the weak
but all are weak before the presence of love.
Love is for all.
Love may be too much,
it may bring you to your knees,
it may break the strongest heart
but love is the sweetest burden to fall beneath.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Not all the lies are white.
The strong aren't always right.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
The sword of truth has a bladed hilt
it cuts to the bone but it beats the guilt.
My hands are bleeding and my aim is poor.
I strike, I slash, I hit the floor.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
Fortune is fickle like the wind in your arms
like the tears on your face when you can't hold a friend
when the love in your heart is a frozen flower
blooming in blasted field of dust and hurt.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/23/2008 | Read more »
Head cast back
eyes closed
lips curved with dreams
I yearn to taste.
Sunbeams rest upon
wind ruffled hair
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/23/2008 | Read more »
Glacier dropped,
a terminal moraine
begins where cold ended
where vast crests of ice
came to die
and dropped their stony load,
now covered with soil
a rocky cairn for times long gone...
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/23/2008 | Read more »
When I close my eyes I see you.
Does this mean some love between us?
You come to me in dreams -
your desire obvious.
The scar upon my breast
burns where you suckled.
I don't bother to run anymore
because you're inside me.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/23/2008 | Read more »
The homeless shelters are full, you got beat up there too many times, or whatever. Now you need to find somewhere else to sleep. I'm not saying these places are legal to sleep or even that they are safe.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/13/2008 | Read more »
I want your wisdom,
I don't want to hear your lies.
I'd better see the truth
when I'm looking in your eyes.
I walk in circles
but I travel in straight lines.
My eyes may be closed
but I can see the signs.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 2/2/2008 | Read more »
Monogamy is not natural, it is a social construct. If we can't fit ourselves to that construct we are held to be failures. Over half of us are doomed to be "failures" by that measure. Polyamory is natural, it is just not acceptable in our current society.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 1/30/2008 | Read more »
The employee and employer relationship is just that - a relationship. It really won't work out if the parties involved just perform the "expected" actions. It's important to nurture mutual respect and communication on the job just as with any other relationship.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/31/2007 | Read more »
When we were growing up our parents, role models and teachers spent too much time and effort telling us how we would grow up to be lawyers and astronauts or doctors and senators
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/24/2007 | Read more »
Even language is used to dehumanize poor and homeless people.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
I believe that morality in its most basic sense, empathy, is not just a social construct but a product of evolution. In extended families or tribal clusters as our ancestors must have lived co-operation would have been paramount to survival.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/19/2007 | Read more »
Select clever, personal presents for your fitness loving family members or friends. Give the gift of good health!
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/18/2007 | Read more »
Looking for the perfect gift for that friend or family member who loves to garden? Maybe it's in here!
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/18/2007 | Read more »
Rapture calls,
passion sucks you in -
exsanguination
of the heart.
It's a fine line,
bleeding hands holding
the wind in your arms.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
Your sweat dripped on my face
and closed eyes seemed to see
a truly exquisite place
like the heaven we're seeking
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/17/2007 | Read more »
Learn new ways to clean up a few dirty, sticky, stubborn flower shop messes. Learn how to rescue balloons from the ceiling and how to salvage squashed bows.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/16/2007 | Read more »
Forgive us, Lord, for what we've done
In your name and your fair sons'-
Call it war, call it jihad
It's all in the name of God.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/13/2007 | Read more »
Are you still struggling to find the perfect gift for your boss, your friend at the office or your mother-in-law? Perhaps the answer isn't "a" gift but a gift basket!
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Some suggestions on how to earn a few dollars and drag yourself up by the bootstraps - just like I did.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/7/2007 | Read more »
You've just received a beautiful arrangement of fresh flowers, after you express your thanks and bask in the envious admiration of friends, what should you do next? How can you get the most life out of your fresh floral arrangement?
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/7/2007 | Read more »
Designing your own arrangements can be very rewarding but a few tips and tricks learned from years of experience (and learning from, er, mistakes) can help you have an even more enjoyable do it yourself experience.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/7/2007 | Read more »
If the human heart is the size of my fist
How can such a crater exist?
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/3/2007 | Read more »
A poem about the pain of love.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/2/2007 | Read more »
Shining in the eyes of a Dragon Lord
When crouched above his golden hoard,
A dark, profound reality
All blackened far as eyes can see,
Yet here and there a few bright beams.
The sword, the gem, the armor gleams.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 12/2/2007 | Read more »
Explore some of the realities of what becoming a professional floral designer entails.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/14/2007 | Read more »
This article gives instructions on how to acclimate or accustom your new saltwater fish or invertebrates to their new home in your aquarium with as little stress as possible.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/14/2007 | Read more »
A concise explanation of how to have an emergency hospital or quarantine tank on hand for your saltwater fish without the need to have a spare constantly running, cycled aquarium. Great for both reefers and fish-only aquarium owners.
By Kylyssa Shay | Published 11/13/2007 | Read more »
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