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A Return To The Rightful Path!

I had embarked on a journey, albeit a renewed journey. My eternal quest, once interrupted, had resumed and for this, I thank God. He had never given up on me, though from the outside, it may have appeared otherwise. Yes, I had been, only temporarily, in the clutches of Satan. He tried to win me over, and though, at times, I played along to his rules, I truly knew deep down that I would return to the rightful path. For many a day and many a night, in the recent past, I had succumbed to the whims… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on October 24, 2009 at 12:30pm — No Comments

The H.E.L.P. Establishment Is Born

Being homeless since March of 2009, I had been provided with greater insight concerning the needs of both the homeless and the communities in which help support us. The idea of The H.E.L.P. (HOMELESS EMPOWERED to LIVE PRODUCTIVELY) Establishment was born not only out of necessity but also by a profound desire to contribute to the communities in which we (the homeless) often dwell. I believe that the H.E.L.P. Establishment will benefit greatly not only us-- the homeless and… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on May 28, 2009 at 7:30pm — No Comments

Earthhour 2009, One Billion and Beyond

Earth hour is one of the most important events of our time. For one hour, once a year, millions of people around the globe, including whole cities and corporations will turn off their lights. This may seem small, but the impact is amazing. Last year alone, that one hour saved an astounding amount of energy. For instance, Toronto reportedly saved 900 megawatts of electricity which roughly equates to 556 tons of CO2 emissions. The first Earth Hour occurred in Sydney, Australia in 2007 when 2.2 mi… Continue

Added by Tracey W. on March 16, 2009 at 10:00am — 1 Comment

Flight - A Memory For All Time!

The third week of October, 2001 I'm at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport waiting for my departure to Las Vegas. I had just concluded a five day visit home. I arrived at the airport two hours early as requested. As I'm going through security I notice two black-bearded m… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on January 24, 2009 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Maternity Leaves (A Dedication)

Thanksgiving Day - for me, a day of mixed emotions - a day to be grateful and a day to regret. Like many of us I am most grateful for the many blessings bestowed upon me - far too many to adequately list or categorize. Firstly, I am thankful for life - the starting point for… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on January 11, 2009 at 7:30am — No Comments

Deliverance (A True Story Of Giving)

(In the true spirit of Christmas I give to you my true-life story, as published in the book, "Doing Good For Goodness Sake." It is from when

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Added by Ricky J. Fico on December 4, 2008 at 4:30am — No Comments

Barack Obama, This Country, A Few Thoughts, and My Union Address!

For various reasons, I try to refrain from involving myself in politics or debate, I tend to look in from the outside and not cast too far an opinion on the matters of state. I often stay behind the scenes but sometimes I am compelled to enter the arena. A simple philosophy of m… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on November 25, 2008 at 7:30am — 1 Comment

Chicago - The City That Can

CHICAGO'S PEOPLE The people of Chicago - hard-working, proud and representative of America's heritage. Chicago is the heartland of America and it's not so much because of geography but because of its people. Chicago's diverse in ethnicity, culture, i… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on November 19, 2008 at 8:30am — No Comments

Beyond The Broken Door (The Homeless Chronicles)

Beyond The Broken Door
By Ricky J. Fico

Chapter I

An Introduction: Hello, my name is Roman Cicero. I had been homeless for a while now and this is my story. I hope not to offend anybody by my language or an… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on November 17, 2008 at 3:00am — 4 Comments

In My Life - Testament!

In my life I had witnessed so much, and at times, perhaps not enough. Sometimes what I witnessed compelled me to stand taller than I would otherwise; other times, unfortunately, I had but no choice than to take refuge in some god-forsaken trench, cowering to the whims… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on November 8, 2008 at 6:00am — 1 Comment

Epiphany - A Prequel To A Life Worth Living!

Barack Obama came from Hawaii to Chicago to begin his life while I was leaving Chicago for Hawaii to end mine. Epiphany It was September 11, 1992 when God Himself, came down and saved me. It was a drastic measure, but one necessary to prevent me fro… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on November 4, 2008 at 5:30am — 1 Comment

History Heeds Our Call

History heeds our call, Victory leads us all, Stopped at the intersection, Victory guarantees… a new direction; November four and beyond, Cheers, too, from across the pond, The audacity of hope, a new challenge, Hope that leads… to a world more balanced By: Ricky… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on October 31, 2008 at 4:00pm — No Comments

On a More Personal Note - I Signed Up for National Novel Writing Month!

It starts November 1, and the goal is to write 50,000 in 30 days. I've already got an outline, of sorts, and I'm working on my plot points, trying to get more organized. I'm usually more of a sit down and just write it kind of person. Anyway, I'm getting really excited to get started and not just a little scared. Of course nothing bad happens if you don't make it and all you're really competing for is a certificate that says you made it, but still. I'm psyched. I've taken a few days off to write… Continue

Added by Tracey W. on October 24, 2008 at 1:28pm — 1 Comment

O.J. Simson and Me (Coincidence Or Does It Go Deeper, Much Deeper?)

My number is 13, it has always been thirteen. My birthday is September 13. Ah, that is the day that O.J. Simpson committed his "armed robbery" in Las Vegas. Coincidence? Not at all. You see, in a metaphysical way I've been connected to the O.J. Simpson case since day one: Across the… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on October 4, 2008 at 6:44am — No Comments

2008, Time To Celebrate! 2009, We take a New Line

Obama and Biden - The right choice, The Right Voice! 2008 is a very special year. Not only do I reach a major milestone in my own life but on a larger scale, so does this county and the world. In 2008 we had witnessed the magnitude and the servitude of humanit… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on August 27, 2008 at 9:02am — No Comments

The Night Out (A Memoir in the Third Person)

Janet had her hair done up for a night out. The way she figured it, a night out with Chet would help to lessen her worries a bit, maybe even help her to forget who she was for awhile. Let the pressures of motherhood give itself to a bottle of gin. For a few hours anyway, she would place herself in the smoky theater of fast talk, quick pick-me-ups and time-challenging slug- fests. A night at the Dew Drop was what she and Chet surely needed. After all, they'd been in bad spirits lately, ever since… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on June 17, 2008 at 7:59am — No Comments

"Leaf-A-Bye Babe"

photography by Maria Locklear A Kord of the Ku's, Kimmy brings you... "Leaf-A-Bye Babe" In the leaves, come forth The child's face, skins against wind Free of deadly sins . . . Comprehending twigs. Main stems, tapped, emanate sap. . . Branches kiss the light. Vines wrap in… Continue

Added by Kimmy Van Kooten on May 17, 2008 at 2:31pm — No Comments

Unification of the Great Divide.

I've been very busy with fund-raising, traveling the country and too, doing what I can to help bring unification to this country's great divide. Things are going great and we gained a major victory yesterday with John Edwards endorsing Obama. John Edwards is… Continue

Added by Paul Stranton on May 15, 2008 at 6:10am — No Comments

Speak Out Against Puppy Mills and Elephant Abuse!

Hey, I know I'm becoming the petition queen here, but I really believe in these causes. First, there is a petition put forth by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and Care2 condemning the "Greatest Show on Earth" for their treatment of the captive show elephants. The allegations include, "hitting the elephants with bull hooks, rubbing dirt into sores of elephants to conceal their wounds, and routinely chaining the elephants on concrete or in cramped rail cars f… Continue

Added by Tracey W. on May 6, 2008 at 9:13am — No Comments

A Mother's Hope And ChaCha.

A Mother's Hope and ChaCha a story by Ricky J. Fico A lazy morning, the kids are off to school, the housework can wait, at least until later when she managed enough strength to wheel around the house doing a little dusting, perhaps a shine on a couple of the mirrors and family p… Continue

Added by Ricky J. Fico on May 2, 2008 at 7:30am — No Comments

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We Making The Difference!" The Steps Toward A Better World Begin With The Steps Taken To Better Oneself! "A foundation is but the base and it is the collection of building blocks that creates what many should strive to ascend."

Living a monumental life doesn't necessarily mean possession of a large financial fortune or living in the spotlight of public adoration and fame. What I think it means is that you act in accordance with your own identity while acting in ways that are positive and conducive to happiness, serenity and harmony. What I think it means is that you generate positive energies and in turn, your positive energies have a positive effect on others. Linkin' Monuments-- a positive chain of energy! Read More>>>

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1.) You are as important as the next person
2.) Your contributions to this world are as monumental as the next person
3.)You believe in yourself because you know you "can"
4.)You believe in your neighbors because you know they "can"
5.)No matter how difficult it may seem, you are not alone.
6.)You deserve as much respect as does the next person
7.)Don't wonder so much what your life might have been but put into action what you want your life to become.
8.)You matter because we all matter.
9.)Enough failures will lead to success once you succeed in failing to give up.
10.)This world has so much to offer and you have so much more to offer it.
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1.)This network is for one and for all...No matter what color, what creed or belief, what political affiliation you subscribe or what candidate you endorse this network is open to you.
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3.)It is my greatest hope that we learn from each other. Each one of us has so much to offer. No one here is better or smarter or more talented than the next person. Each one of us has our strengths; each one of us has our weaknesses. Your strength in one area is of great benefit to my weakness in that same area. A simple philosophy of mine: "A greedy mine is to learn, yet not teach & A lazy mind is to yearn, yet not reach" Let us not be greedy, let us not be lazy.