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A poem about Ted Hughes, Sylvia Plath, et. al. originally published in WMU's The Laureate Literary Journal, April 2008.

Description of the American Bald Eagle, where they live and how they act.

Having decided last summer that the water tower was a great place to live, a flock of 30 to 40 vultures makes its home in the heart of the Cathedral Historic District.

The stinkpot turtle is certainly properly named, and if you ever have a close up encounter with one you will find this out rather quickly.

A poem that came to me after reading a passage from De Lillo's Mao II involving the war in Beirut in the 80s

This section will constitute a portion of a longer of a longer story, however, this section will only be from the beginning to about Chapter 16. This story is one of fantasy fiction, with a solid build-up of characters and dialogue.

Wannado City is anchored at Sawgrass Mills Mall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The idea is based on letting kids do what they want to do. It teaches them about commerce and how jobs are important to their development as adults.

Running a little less than two hours, this movie gem is well worth the time, even though the history isn't totally accurate.

American Black Bears and facts about them.

Crows may have gotten a bad reputation over the centuries. It is not uncommon for a species whose survival strategy is primarily to eat the dead carcasses of other animals

A revised version of a nightmare from when I was a child.

The intelligence and adaptability of coyotes has saved them from extinction, despite continuous persecution by ranchers and other interest groups who consider them "varmints".

MUDs, or Multi-User Dimensions/Dungeons/Etc, offer an interesting, creative, imaginative world, with a wide variety of options, rendered in a rare way.

Close your eyes and picture this amazing and beautiful bird soaring over mountains tops and across oceans of golden fields and flying over the seas and the cities where we live.

Jurors felt that the videotaped evidence presented around the world was not enough to convict the sheriff of attempting to kill Senior Airman Elio Castillo, an unarmed Iraq War Veteran involved in a police chase.

This article touches on the basis of living a healthy life in Islam.

What can get to be 10 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide, smells like a rotting body, and took 13 years to appear? It would be the rare titan arum plant at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo!

Describes the hunting habits as well as the habitat of the Bobcat.

Reading comprehension strategies will help kids in a long way.

The pain and agony of a lost love and betrayal

Tyrannosaurus rex fascinates people with its power and reputation.

Athletes such as Roger Clemens live life under a microscope. Is it fair that they are subjected to such a high level of scrutiny?

Armadillios first evolved about fifty millions years ago in the region that is now South America.

With every new Magic the Gathering set comes the excitement of seeing new cards. Here are 3 things to expect from Eventide, Magic the Gathering's newest card set, debuting in July at your local card store.

Need to Understand the wonderful Indian herb 'Chebulic myrobalan,' known as a long-life elixir? Read before you go for your conventional system of medicine (allopathy) for your chronic ailments...

Bird Order Ciconiiformes includes Herons and Bitterns, Storks, Ibises and Spoonbills and New World Vultures. This article is an introduction to the fascinating birds that make up this bird order.

The Chaco tortoise is a moderate sized tortoise originating from Argentina; they are considered as an endangered species, and so are rarely available out of their motherland - South America.

To be honest, this article speaks about Miss Venezuela-World ( history ). When did Carmen Josefina "Pilin" Leon Crespo become Miss World? Who is Maria Conchita Alonso Bustillo? There are fascinating facts about Miss Venezuela-World.

Friendswood Texas is a registered Bird Sanctuary and there are many species of birds to be enjoyed here. The species that intrigues me most is the Turkey Vultures that visit our neighborhood in the fall and winter.

These are some interesting facts and phobias I have found throughout my research on other articles.

This article shares information concerning the myths surrounding crows, blackbirds, and ravens.

This article discusses the top 10 novels that everyone should read- including a description of the book and why you should read it.

Ways to find sunshine on a dark, cloudy winter's day

Love poem inspired by my husband

Hopefully with increased awareness made by The World Conservation Union and Humane Organizations, armadillos' numbers can begin to grow.

Underneath the verbal and moral battle between Antigone and Creon in Sophocles' play Antigone lies the fate of both characters and their family. Because of the family curse and their own actions, neither Antigone nor Creon can claim the support of the gods.

Ravens are survivors and fun lovers who have established their place in myth and poetry as well as nature.

The late afternoon sun was blasting searing heat off the endless sand around the jeep. Corporal Eamon Donough finally slammed the wrench down, sucked on his bloody knuckles one last time and looked around him in disgust.

One woman discovers what is important while coming to terms with her father's death.

The main relationship explored in The Mixquiahuala Letters is the enduring friendship between Teresa and Alicia.

Falls River Trail is one of the newer greenway trails in the rather amazing systems of trails that have evolved since the city began developing a greenway in 1974. It is part of the dynamic growth in this area.

An article examining the adaptations of one of the most reviled groups of organisms on the planet.

The beauty of the turkey vulture is obviously not his red, rubbery head, but his mastery of the skies. This bird can soar for hours without tiring. On the ground we marvel at this flyer, mistaking him for an eagle or hawk.

In Merchant of Venice, Portia's 3 suitors have to decode a riddle in order to win her hand.

When will people learn not to try attacking police?

This was one of those �play it again it will grow on you CDs'

When Debrecen took out FC Fehérvár 2-1 in the Hungarian Super Cup, it looked like just another match in just another hopeless soccer league. In the end, it was a shame for Hungarian soccer and harmful to Hungary's chances of co-hosting Euro Cup 2012.

Hedgehogs are interesting creatures which only recently have become popular as pets. This article explains how to care for them.

Many different species of parrots. Parrots require a healthy diet, sizable cage, toys, treats,
Veterinarian care, at least one hour a day attention, and providing a future home, when owner becomes deceased. Reasons why parrot plucks their feathers.

A point of view analysis of William Faulkner's short story "The Old People."

In the summer time it gets really hot and so many areas begin sending out those dreaded water alerts that send most gardeners into a frenzy worrying about their plants. Be prepared!

This is truthful information about the dangers of eating pork and pork products. You have to read this!!!

Amorphophallus titanum, a.k.a. the "Corpse Plant", was discovered in 1878 by the Italian botanist Odoardo Beccari in Sumatra in the Indonesia Archipelago

The life of a honey bee put into verse.

My Poor Excuse for a Blade knock-off

Three Sonnets written at the beginning of 2007, meditating on death and renewal in many forms.

Ireland is rich in stories of heros, gods and goddesses. This is but a brief introduction to myths and legends of Ireland.

Succulent plants are not only easy to care for but provide a wealth of intriguing shapes and stunning colors. They also make wonderful houseplants, adding unique interest to any style.

The California Condor is the largest bird in North America and is federally listed as endagered.

A recently uncovered video of German military training has stirred an uproar from civil rights leaders in the Bronx as the video shows a commander tellin his soldier to picture angry blacks from the Bronx when shooting.

The Sloth bear is on the endangered species list and less than 10,000 remain in the wild. Their existence is threatened by a variety of problems.

A look into the darker side of the arborutium

Maybe it is time to make the Tabloid press more accountable for its blatant molding and creation of celebrity news and misinformation. That isn't news. It is a glorified version of the childhood game of telephone.

Minnesotans used to hate bears. Today they are a prized big-game animal, numbering about 20,000, and a favorite for professional photographers looking for a special thrill.

With a wingspan of almost 10 feet and weighing 20 to 23 pounds the California condor is the heaviest flying bird and the largest flying bird in the North America.

Information on andrewsarchus, a gigantic carnivore of the late Eocene Epoch of the Cenozoic Era

An article giving information on a Paleogene predator, the hyaenodon.

If it wasn't for the disgusting scale of destruction, death, and general chaotic carnage that is Iraq (circa 2007) it would be almost a pleasant and welcome distraction to be glib about the Iraq Oil Law.

Stress has long been known to be harmful to a person's health. Now a study published March 5th, shows that children in families facing chronic stress such as conflict between parents or violence in the home become sick more often than children under less stress.

New research indicates that children with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and high levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, may experience a kind of brain damage which can put them at risk for depression and anxiety.

Birds of Prey- The American Bald Eagle

Birds of prey- Golden Eagle

In Homer's Iliad, we see the events lead up to and turn at the death of the Trojan hero, Hector. The poem begins with the Greek word for wrath and anger, μηνιν, and unfolds into a series of conflicts that evolve throughout.