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Kirsten is a marine biologist, environmental educator, author and intrepid traveler who is always seeking new adventures. Her writing echoes the many paths she has walked, from the Head Hunters Trail in Malaysian Borneo to the white sands of Antigua's 365

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Sciences > Atmosphere & Weather Which are deadlier: Hurricanes or tornadoes?: 2 of 14

Hurricanes are far deadlier than tornadoes, and their effects are far more lasting. A single storm is capable of killing tens of thousands of individuals, especially when they hit developing countries with less ability to evacuate and prepare citizens. Massive amounts of rain can cause mudslides, burying entire villages. Tid...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Travel to South East Asia: 1 of 1

The following is an excerpt from one of my travel journals - definitely a work in progress. I visited SEA (South East Asia) during a time when fear and prejudice influenced the opinions and actions of many, with little attention given to reason. Bush had just started bombing Iraq, there were tales of kidnappings and bomb plo...
Style & Beauty > Clothes (Other) Worst clothing ensembles ever worn or seen: 3 of 4

I have often found myself standing still, transfixed in front of a store window thinking, "If only I had that dress, my life would be perfect." I can persuade myself that I deserve to splurge, especially if I have just broken up with a boyfriend, had an article rejected or argued, yet again, with my mother. A new purse can f...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Experiencing nature: 35 of 44

I sit alone on the beach, bowing my head towards the ground, as the cool damp breeze blows through me. I try to focus, listening to the night sounds. Sea oats rub against each other as their slender young blades carve wind-driven circles in the sand. The relentless crash, splash, swoosh of waves washing ashore soothes my jan...