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I am an avid explorer, and have visited more than 20 countries. I also lived in Asia for 5 years - one year in Turkmenistan, Central Asia and four years in South Korea.

Teaching, writing, and editing are my passions: I've taught English as a Foreign Language

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Sciences > Zoology The difference between amphibians and reptiles: 1 of 18
It has been about 315 million years since the first known reptile, Hylonomus, split off from its amphibian relatives. Nevertheless, after all these years, we humans are often confused about the distinction between the two taxonomic classes. Here are a couple of ways to differentiate between the two.We will start at the beginn... More..
Travel > Travel Diaries & Adventures (Other) How to make your travels memorable: 3 of 36
Some trips fade from our memories, until all that's left is the yellowing images in old photographs. Others remain etched in our minds forever- the unforgettable sights, smells, sounds, and emotions of a new place that can change your whole world view. How can you make your travels memorable, so much so that they alter and en... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Hunger, Disease & Poverty Causes of poverty in Africa: 1 of 12
Today, 300 million African people live on less than $1 US per day. The incidence of extreme poverty never seems to go down, despite decades of work by African governments and NGOs, outside NGOs, and foreign government aid programs. What causes this entrenched poverty, on a continent rich with natural resources?Unfortunately, ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Family tree: True stories about gardening with my parents (or grandparents): 12 of 135
We have a ritual in my family; every Mother's Day, my mother, grandmother and I take the winding country road out to the Cowiche Creek Nursery, and we buy blooming plants. Then we go to each of our houses in turn, take up our trowels, and plant them all together. Pansies, geraniums, moss roses, and columbines. Delphiniums, pe... More..
Sciences > Zoology Differences between whales, dolphins and porpoises: 1 of 11
Whales, dolphins and porpoises are all cetaceans- mammals with exquisite adaptations for life in the sea. They evolved from a common land-dwelling ancestor that lived about 50 million years ago. All three families of cetaceans (from the Greek for "sea monster") breathe air, give birth to live young, feed their babies milk, an... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking Bicycling gear reviews: Ibex Beezer jersey: 1 of 10
Are you looking for a rugged, mountain biking-worthy jersey that won't snag if you hit a tree branch, or cling to your body like Borat's bathing suit? The Ibex Beezer Jersey could be just the top you're searching for.Since 1997, Woodstock, Vermont-based Ibex has been creating classic high-performance wool sportswear for all k... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law The need for tort reform in the US: 1 of 9
Over the past decade, the multi-faceted problem of medical malpractice, tort reform, and sky-rocketing insurance costs for physicians has been the focus of a lot of media and legislative attention in the United States. Despite all of the ink spilled and program time dedicated, however, these interlocking issues are far from r... More..
Pets & Animals > Birds Why people are so fascinated by owls: 2 of 17
Love them, hate them, revere them, or fear them... The one thing humans have never been able to do is to ignore owls. Why are we so fascinated by them? The behavioral and physical characteristics of owls lend them a definite air of mystery. Owls are nocturnal, of course, while humans are diurnal. Since our days on the Savan... More..
Sciences > Zoology The importance of sexual dimorphism in the animal kingdom: 1 of 8
Male Asian elephants have tusks; females don't. Peahens are drab and brown, while the male peacocks are a riot of iridescent color. Male bighorn sheep run into one another headfirst at full speed; ewes don't behave that way. What is going on here? "Sexual dimorphism" is the term for any variation between the two sexes within ... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Where to get great CDs for music lovers of all ages: 1 of 8
Are you planning to buy CDs for friends and family this Christmas? Music is a sure-fire pleaser for gift recipients of all ages. There are a number of places you can shop to find the widest selection of music and the lowest prices, including independent retailers, so-called "big-box" stores, and internet sites.LOCAL INDEPENDE... More..