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Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog
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The calm and affectionate Bernese Mountain Dog originated as a farm dog in Switzerland, mostly in midland areas around the city of Berne. The Bernese's main tasks included companionship and protection as a watchdog. The breed's large frame also suggests that these dogs may have also been used to pull carts for their masters.... More..

Local Guides > Orlando Guide to visiting Orlando, Florida, with teenagers
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So you've done all the work. You've booked the hotels, you've gotten everything packed just right, and you nearly have the map memorized. It's almost time for the family's big Orlando vacation. Only one problem remains. Your teenager. There once was a time when any sons or daughters would have squealed with delight in the sa... More..

Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Friendship
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SCENE ONE: Ryuga was sitting comfortably against an old stone wall in downtown Darkon when Kazukita found him. The tall, lanky boy had his back slouched and his legs spread lazily in front of him. Kazukita noticed his friend's overly-casual outfit with disdainRyuga was wearing only a white tee, loose black cargo pants, thin ... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Imagination
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Dance With Dark Magician Dark Magician spins and twirls "Step up closer, little girl! The moon is full, we two are young This midnight party's just begun." So I rushed up and took his hand Then off into the night we danced Freed from hate and without fear Waltzing through the moonlight clear Past the smog and honking cars Ov... More..

Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Rhodesian Ridgeback
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The majestic Rhodesian Ridgeback dog breed originated within the wilds of the South African bush. Early in the sixteenth century, European explorers near the Cape of Good Hope stumbled upon the Hottentot of South Africa, and their slightly domesticated Khoikhoi dogs. These dogs had a very unique characteristic-the fur along ... More..

Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Fantasy
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PROLOGUE: A chilling wind arose in the night, prompting a minute and slightly strange horned owl to fluff up its wings and take flight. A sharp, elongated shriek issued forth from its toothed beak as the creature transcended into the cold sky. Kazukita awoke with a sudden start. He lay stiffly on his back, spread out on the ... More..

Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Romance
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For some people, you work your way to your destiny, your purpose in life. For Ytheinians, we are born directly into it. And so, becoming Captain of the Imperial Guard was no surprise to me. An honor, surely, but no surprise. I was designed for the position. Amazing reflexes, intelligence like that which you have never seen, ... More..

Travel > United States Guide to Kissimmee's natural attractions
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Just south of Orlando's bright lights and traffic jams is Florida's best kept secret: the city of Kissimmee. The Kissimmee area has some of the most beautiful scenery and relaxing natural attractions that the U.S. has to offer. One of the biggest getaway hotspots in Kissimmee is Lake Tohopekaliga (dubbed "Lake Toho" by the n... More..

Travel > United States Activities in Maui, Hawaii: Land & air
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Land and Air Activities in Maui, Hawaii When people think of Maui, Hawaii, they automatically conjure images of surfing, para-sailing, boat cruises, and even whale watching; contrary to popular belief, however, there is far more to do in Maui than just water-oriented activities. Popular land activities in Maui include horseb... More..

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