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Karen Reams

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Hi there

I am a brit now living in North Dakota USA. I graduated from Cambridge UK as an NNEB in 1978 and have since traveled far and wide.

I love history, travel and writing and find nothing better than combining the three whenever possible.

Education/Experience: NNEB

Interests: Travel, history, reading, old movies, dining out, theatre,

Motto: He climbs highest who helps another

Affiliations: KSD Travel Dreams

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So many that live in the cold north become snowbirds and escape to Arizona for those long cold snowy months but there is much more to Arizona than a great winter climate. let's take a peek at Arizona from its beginnings to its glorious present
Alaska has been propelled into the public eye thanks to Sarah palin but what is so special about this state that entices approximately 1.75 million people to take a vacation there every year?
In June the Gregory Town come to life.
If ever you find yourself in Winniepeg Canada I would strongly suggest a visit to the Prairie Dog Central Railway. You will find yourself traveling on a steam train with fully restored vintage coaches which were built between 1901 and 1913.
If you are a polar bear lover then jump on a tundra buggy and go and see the polar bears of Northern Manitoba in Churchill, Canada
The philosophy of hedonism is that pleasure is what is important and is in fact the most important pursuit of all. There are many people who find that they can pursue that ultimate pleasure at the Hedonism Resorts located in Jamaica.
You're hopelessly in love and it's time to take the next step, marriage. Why not opt for romance at its best at a Breezes Resort?
The Czech Republic is a country of stunning architecture and rich in history. While visiting the Czech Republic, you can tour the splendor of its capitol city, Prague, or visit towns that are smaller and quieter such as Kutna Hora in Central Bohemia.
So, You want a wonderfully relaxing vacation then may I suggest you look no further than the Holiday Inn Resort Montego Bay, an all-inclusive holiday resort in Jamaica?
The weather in Arizona is so pleasant that it makes a great place for the golf addict to spend some time.Whether you want to play on a municipal course or a championship resort course there is something for every golfer.
Arizona the perfect place to visit especially if, like me, you live in North Dakota and need to escape some of the cold wintry weather and recharge the batteries.
Looking for an unusual pet but one that is easy to care for, hardy and child friendly? Well, how about the Madagascar Hissing Cockroach or to be precise the Gromphadorhina portentosa?
Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place for service members from every war. These serviceman are of every creed, race, sex and age. It is the "dream" final resting place for many veterans as the grounds speak of respect and dignity.
At last, it's time to break out the swimming pool for another summer of fun. Obviously, getting the pool ready for the first dip can be a pain, especially if you don't want to spend on professional pool service.
It's barbecue season, and here we go again, forever swatting mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are nasty, blood-thirsty little things that not only inflict extremely painful bites but also can carry nasty diseases.
What is declawing? Declawing is not just having your cat's claws trimmed, it involves having the claws surgically removed. At this point I will say that this procedure is illegal or deemed inhuman in several countries.
Looking for a great interactive toy for your favorite cat? Then you can't go far wrong with Da Bird. Da Bird provides hours of fun for both you and your feline friend.
The city of York in England is full of Roman and Viking history and there are many places of interest to visit. By day you can take a tour of York Minster and take tea at Betty's Tearooms, but at night you can have a whole different experience.
With the release later this month of the new Indiana Jones movie, The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Hasbro has jumped on the bandwagon and produced some cool Indiana Jones toys.
It is not always easy to remember to take the contraceptive pill every day, so how about a contraception that is only required every 3 months?
For those older adults sex can be just as fun and pleasureable as ever it was.It may take some creativity and being able to communicate with your partner but your sex life can get better and better (and with age marching on..!)
Exotic pets come in all shapes and sizes, but if you are short on space then spiders and insects may be right up your street.
An early intervention program that is designed to meet your child's special needs is important. These can take different forms and will inlcude a wide variety of services and professionals
Children all over the United States are in need of foster homes. Some children require longterm foster care and others short-term (sometimes just 1 night). There are many reasons why a child may need a foster home for a period of time.
Summer is fast approaching, and many young people will be looking for a summer job or internship. Don't wait too long before beginning the search; avoid that last-minute rush.
Down syndrome can be diagnosed prenatally through a combination of screening tests that are available to all pregnant woman.
Land hermit crabs are fast becoming the "in" pet. They are easy to care for, inexpensive and fascinating to watch. It is best to have more than one land hermit crab as they do get lonely, and this loneliness can cause them to die.
Thalassaemia is a general term for a number of inherited blood disorders in which there is insufficient hemoglobin.
Mopping floors is my all time hate chore so when I saw a T.V. commercial advertising the thane H2O mop, I just had to have one.
If you are a parent who has been given the news that your baby has Down Syndrome, you will probably find yourself on an emotional roller coaster. You may feel anger, despair, guilt, shame and much more.
Prince William takes pleasure trips in a RAF Chinook and then is rewarded with a flight in a Tornado GR4 bomber.
Submarines can run on the surface of the water and underwate and a military submarine is a warship.
Myra Hindley and Ian Brady became 20th-century icons of evil, and their names would be synonymous not just with murder, but with everything that was held to be perverted and wrong.
Spring and summer are upon us and many weddings have been planned. So much though gets put into the planning but what about the wedding bouquet?
The Chinese are obsessed with symbolism, and this also affects their food. There are many foods that have earned special meanings and must be consumed on certain occasions.
Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological condition and is caused by electrical changes in the brain's neurons.
A child whose development is atypical will be termed by childcare and educational professionals as a child with "special needs." A special needs child is simply at a different point in his or her development continuum than her peers.
Down's syndrome is a genetic condtion that happens because of the presence of an extra chromosome. it was first described in 1886 and is not classed as a disease as childdren do not suffer from Down's syndrome.
Carcinoid Syndrome is a disease that can go undiagnosed for some time as the symptoms may not be noticed until the tumors have spread to the liver. Unfortunately, the problem with this is a carcinoid tumor is a slow-growing tumor, and it's often malignant.
Chinese cities are alive with shops and markets selling an awe-inspiring array of trinkets and souvenirs.
The Standard J-1 airplane was a widely used airplane but it is truly one that history has forgotten.
Qingdao, known to foreign nationals as Tsingtao, is a breezy city which sits on the Shandong peninsula. iI is a world apart from China's drab industrial towns and has been selected as the host for the sailing competitions for the 2008 olympics.
Loathe him or love him, see him as a villain or hero, Oliver Cromwell played a part in English history that had a lasting significance. But who were the Cromwells?
Valentine's Day should be celebrated in style, and there is no finer way to celebrate than with a truly romantic overnight stay at London's Dorchester Hotel.
When looking in the mirror, seeing fine lines and wrinkles staring back at you can cause some folks distress. They see it as an aging process that they would sooner not have to accept.
Visitors to Britain are often amazed at the monumental brasses dating from as early as 1300 that can be found in the churches. Surprisingly, there are more than 4,000 churches featuring brasses from which to choose.
Spinning and dyeing wool is an age-old craft, and the original technique for spinning and dyeing wool is still a highly popular craft with handweavers gathering their own fleece, spinning the yarn and then dyeing it before creating wonderful garments and rugs, etc.
In 1000BC it is believed that Chongqing was founded as the capital of the shadowy state of Ba. Situated on a peninsula at the junction of the Yangzi and Jialing rivers, Chongqing is known as one of the Yangzi valley's "three furnaces."
One of the oldest and most widespread crafts on earth is the craft of basket making. Over the 900o years that the technique of basket making has been developed it has been used by many different races to make walls, doors and roofs of houses
Long before the chemicals industry existed, our ancestors understood that almost every plant, poisonous or non-poisonous, had some cosmetic or medicinal use.
In England, during the Saxon times, rushes were simply strewn on the floor of cottages, halls, inns and castles as a loose, primitive form of carpet. It was during this same period that they were dipped in fat or grease and burned to provide light
Making home made wine is fun and relatively simple to do. You can make wine from almost any no poisonous flower, fruit, leaf or root plant.
There are many crafts associated with the country but one of the most delightful is the preservation and display of flowers, foliage and fruit.
Throughout Britain during Harvest Festival the Churches are often decorated with intricately woven straw decorations known as corn dollies. These decorations do not have their origins in the Christian religion but in beliefs and ideas that stretch back to pre-hisotry.
Domestic abuse comes in many forms and does not jsut begin and end with physical violence. A person who resorts to domestic abuse usually does so to keep power and control over another person.
To be financially free is something that everybody should aspire to. But financial freedom does not come wtihout a lifestyle change...Are you ready to accept that challenge.
Regular wine drinkers will almost certainly have wine around the house. It may be just a few bottles or caseloads. Either way, this wine requires storing.
Wine is meant to be enjoyed, whether it is at a formal dinner party or an informal, cozy night by the fire. But first you have to open the bottle.
Has anybody else noticed that women's breasts appear to be g etting larger? A decade ago the average bust size was 34B and today it is a magnificent 36C....
Most people have heard about and seen the famous and elegant Faberge Eggs. But there are some interesting and little known facts about the Faberge's
Increasingly more women are taking leading roles within the workplace but unfortunately many competent women are not being recognised because of their weak body language
With the traditional Christmastime binge of too much food and booze behind us, we feel sluggish, slow and tired. But not to fear: Detox is a quick remedy.
In June 1920, King George V opened the Imperial War Museum in Crystal palace. This was after the Cabinet of the day decided that there should be a museum set up where collections from the Great War could be set up.
Constipation is not nice. Everybody has their own idea of what being constipated means, but most recognize it as having infrequent bowel movements.
It was my first Christmas in America, and every time I asked someone what they were doing on Boxing Day, they looked at me as if i had grown another head.
For a holiday getaway without hustle and bustle may I suggest the small island of Gozo? Gozo can be found sitting in the Mediterranean Sea and is a part of the Southern European country of Malta.
Amid the rolling hills of Somerset, you find one of England's most popular historic destinations: the small riverside city of Bath.
During the 1950's there was an absolute explosion of entertainment. Television may have kept many movie goers at home but the stars of hollywood kept the magic alive.
Why do you suppose so many women seek relationships with men sitting on death row? Are these women attention seekers?
The Old Ferry Boat Inn in Holywell Cambridgeshire is the oldest Inn in England. In fact there is some evidence dating The Old Ferry boat back to AD560.
The British Museum in London England is a fascinating place to visit, The museum first opened its doors to the public on 15th January 1759.
Ypres in beautiful Belgium is a small quiet provincial town but has a history that makes it well worth a visit.
Cairo (al-qahrah) is the most populated city in the African continent and the only surviving wonder of the ancient world.
If you want to find a vacation destination that is steamy, sexy, chaotic and relaxing, perhaps Jamaica is for you. Jamaica is the largest island in the Caribbean and the home of the guy who introduced reggae to the world: Bob Marley.
Bern, the capital of Switzerland, is the fourth most populated city in Switzerland. Situated somewhat west of the center of Switzerland the landscape around Bern was formed by glaciers.
Situated in the heart of the English midlands is a pretty little town called Stratford-Upon-Avon. Stratford is a market town that dates back to Medieval times, but more importantly, it is the birthplace of one William Shakespeare, Elizabethan playwright.
When visiting that fine old university City of cambridge, Uk, I would highly recommend taking time to visit the Fitzwilliam Museum.
1 High Street Huntingdon, cambs,Uk is where you will find an ivy covered picturesque 18th century building which overlooks the River Ouse.
On 20th November 2007 the Queen of England and her husband, prince Phillip, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. Quite a remarkable feat in this day and age of divorces.
It appears that New Zealand has become tough with its immigration criteria. Not a bad thing considering the times we live in, but it is not targeting would-be terrorists, but the individual who, in its opinion, is overweight.
As a frequent traveler I have been grateful for the security measures that various governments have put in place especially since 9/11. But has Britain gone over the top?
Should you wish to have a really relaxing, get away from it all vacation, then I strongly urge you to consider making a trip to Sark. Sark is one of the Channel islands and is located approx 80 miles from the Southe coast of England
The Kintyre Peninsula is Scotland's only mainland island. this amazing place has all the characteristics of an island and is joined to the mainland by a narrow isthmus.
Ibiza is the Balearic island that is closest to Spain and it sits by its larger sister island of Majorca. Over the years this small island has become an international leading tourist destination.
The 1950's in the United States were rich with remarkable personalities. A young martin luther King jr. led a bus boycott, Douglas MacArthur reversed the of the war in Korea....
Sex should never be taken for granted or boring. but have you ever thought of going on a diet to enhance your sexual life?
Salzburg, the birthplace of mozart and the setting for that famous movie 'The Sound of Music'. Where better to go for a fun vacation and during the winter months Salzburg becomes even more magical when everything gets covered in a white mantle of snow.
Jersey, one of the channel islands and the most southerly island of the British isles, is the perfect vacation destination.This island is situated approx 100 miles south of Britain's mainland but is only 12 miles from the coast of France.
the drab months of January and February are right around the corner and it will be time to ehad off for some adventures. i want guarantedd sun, seas that are warm and welcoming and somewhere fascinating to explore.
Many weapons during the early part of their career to some degree are secret. The outside world may be aware of its existence but the precise performance of it will be kept carefully concealed.
This week the new and faster Eurostar services were launched meaning that from England popping to paris for lunch is not beyond the imagination
Edinburgh Castle is a castle that is unequalled in the whole of the British Isles. This castle dominates the city of Edinburgh like no other
The Isle of Man lies in the Irish Sea between England, Scotland, ireland and Wales.The one major factor that makes this island different from anywhere else in the British Isles is the fact that it is a self governing kingdom
tis the season,so go and visit the 'real' Santa at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland. This is the perfect time of year to pack up and go and deliver your wish list personally
Last eyar official figures indicated that immigration to the United Kingdon had hit an all time high. In fact it is reported that half a million migrants arrived in the UK
Seven years after dropping the atomic bomb, thanks to the Cold War, the United States exploded the world's first hydrogen bomb. This bomb being hundreds of times more powerful than the atomic bombs.
Back in the 1950's automobiles were anything but basic tgransportation. A car gave you status, freedom and personal identity.
Estonia is fast becoming a top European holiday destination, and now many Europeans are purchasing properties there, either to use themselves or to use as rentals.
Bloomington, Minnesota, is the home of the Mall of America. The Mall of America is known globally as one of the largest entertainment and retail attractions in the USA.
A person looking for a relaxing vacation at any time of the year should perhaps consider the Isle of Wight. The Isle of Wight is a stunning diamond shaped island (just 23 miles by 13 miles) situated off the South Coast of Britain's mainland
No visit to London, England would be complete without a shopping experience at Covent garden. Covent garden was developed on land that formerly belonged to Westminster Abbey.
York, one of Europe's finest cities is a great destination for a long or short break. This city has been the North of England's Spiritual Capital for over 2000 years and is central to Britain's colorful history.
Benidorm is a vacation resort where visitors flock all year round. For those that find the summer months too hot then come and enjoy the cooler weather of the winter months
Christmas is coming and where better to velebrate the holdiays than in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. The Christmas festivities are wide and varied
The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died giving birth to their last child.
One of the fundamental parts of Hitler's program was anti-Semitism. Hitler used this to explain all the social ills of Germany, which gained him the support of the politically disorientated, petty-bourgeois.
London, the capital city of England, knows how to makes its guests feel welcome over the Christmas season. A Christmas in London will be fun and long remembered.
York Minster, found in the City of York, England, is a wonderfully architecturally attractive Cathedral and is classed as one of the World's greates Cathedrals. Countless people from across the globe make the journey to visit York Minter and never leave disappointed.
Many young folk find it hard to believe that their 'aging' parents or - Heaven forbid - grandparents might still enjoy an active sex life. Sex is not just for the young and nubile but for those perhaps considered by some to be over-the-hill.
Carbon monoxide causes people each year to become ill or to even die. It is a silent and deadly killer that we have to accept and know how deal with and prevent.
Whether you are planning a simple family lunch or an elaborate dinner party, decorating the table attractively will set the scene to make the meal a special occasion.
As any aviation enthusiast knows September is the time to be in Reno Nevada. This September saw the 44th Reno National Championship Air races and as usual was extremely well supported.
We are now into November, and holly jolly holidays will soon be upon us. First, we have Thanksgiving to survive, and then just around the corner is Christmas.
Moses is listed at the author of Genesis and of the four following books of the Bible, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy, called the Pentateuch.
A garden swing must be strong enough to be used by older children and even adults. To make one use 150x50mm softwood timber planed all round for the uprights and cross rail.
Many teddy bears are extremely long-lived, being cherished well beyond childhood. they need occasional washing but should not be dry-cleaned because poisonous fumes can be retained in the stuffing.
You do not need an expensive astronomer's telescope to enjoy gazing at the stars and planets in the night sky. on clear nights you can see the constellations and many of the brighter planets and star clusters with the naked eye
When visiting the famous University city of Cambridge in England be sure to stop by king's College Cambridge. King's college was founded in 1441 and was amongst the first colleges to allow women admission.
Damaged steps can be dangerous, so make their repair a priority.
Oxford, that great old town in England and the setting for the mystery series Inspector Morse. But most people when they hear Oxford mentioned will automatically think of oxford University.
normal wear and tear and the drying effects of central heating can damage a table. You can carry out many repairs yourself, but take fine antiques to an expert.
The ends of all the ropes used on a boat need to be sealed to prevent from fraying and unraveling.
Stair carpeting can be bought in a standard width of 690mm and laid centrally on the stairway, with the exposed wood on either side protected with paints or varnishing.
The basic techniques of hand spinning have remained largely unchanged for thousands of years. All you need is a spindle and some fleece.
Survival on land or water in an emergency will depend on cool, clear thinking and making good use of any equipment that is available.
During World War II the warlords of both sides were caused much anxiety by secret weapons. The reason being that one side could gain a winning advantage by such a weapon.
Although easy to learn squash rackets - usually called squash, for short - requires agility, concentration, fast reactions and the ability to outwit one's opponent
Keep spices in small screw top jars in a cool, dry cupboard or larder away from heat and light
First of all dress comfortably for ice skating - and warmly for outdoor skating. Skates can usually be rented at ice rinks.
England is indeed a land of long history and legends and no trip could be called a trip unless a person explores as much as possible. This would of course ha