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I am an animal person, into emergency medical services, aviation, the outdoors, backpacking, search and rescue and K9 search, SCUBA diving, geocaching, dogs, pet sitting, motorcycles, and like to do just about anything.

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Naps: 19 of 62
Tossing, turning, patiently waitingLying there in the sunWaiting for the haze of dark that encompasses allOf the mind that needs restIt drifts slowly, teasinglyPeeking at the edges of consciousnessSleep, oh precious sleepFor that short moment in timeTo dream of a nap More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Commentary: Breed specific legislation (BSL): 18 of 46
The Doberman Search and Rescue dog who found a missing Alzheimer patient, the German Shepherd Seeing Eye dog that helps his master walk to work every morning, and the Pit Bull Terrier who goes hiking every weekend with the grandkids. These are "dangerous dogs"! So are the Great Dane who attacked a girl in Texas, and the trio ... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training How search-and-rescue dogs are trained: 1 of 2
Dogs need a job to do. Most breeds, especially the herding, working, and hunting breeds like collies, shepherds, retrievers, and spaniels, were bred with a purpose in mind. If they don't have the ability to work, they become frustrated and may become destructive or lazy. By training a dog to search for lost people, we are sat... More..
Pets & Animals > Birds How to make a birdfeeder with a plastic soda bottle: 1 of 2
The cheapest birdfeeder you can hang out for the birds is one you made yourself! Before you start, gather the 4 things you will make your feeder out of. First, save a big soda bottle, one with a big lid will be easier to fill. Second, raid the kitchen drawers for a nice length of string or wire to hang your feeder with. Third... More..
Sports & Recreation > Outdoors & Sportsman (Other) All about ultralights: 1 of 1
The Wright Stuff With one last glance at the windsock, I took a deep breath, exhaled, and slowly advanced the throttle to full power. I felt my body press deep into the seat as the aircraft accelerated. When the wings began to create lift, I held the control stick forward a few seconds more then relaxed it and allowed the pla... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Black cats: 41 of 76
Sleek and black slinks the catSnooping through the yardUnder the fence and through the bushHis eyes are looking so hardFor any small creatureThat may scoot through the nightThat black cat is seekingHis dinner with mightA little gray mouseSo tiny and trimTurns its headAnd looks at himHis eyes open wideHe wiggles his tailThe ch... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: A wink: 50 of 73
He winks, she blinksShe glares, he daresHe peeks, she "eeks!"She stares, aware More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Wonderful: 52 of 71
WonderfullyShe came running to meOver the sand she bouncedJumping and leaping into the airI whistledShe pushed harderHer paws digging into the crushed shellsShe skidded to a stop at my feetHer eyes full of wonderAt me More..
Business > Advertising Are business ethics or profits more important?: 21 of 27
I believe that ethics are more important to a business than profit. As a small business owner, I emphasize this with my business. Ethics equals profit in the long run. If you focus on profit alone and run an unethical business, you will lose customers and hence profit. If you emphasize good ethics, you will attract more custo... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women For men: How to shop for a great anniversary gift: 52 of 66
The big day is coming...your anniversary! But you still need to get something special for your sweetheart! It doesn't matter whether you've known her for 6 months or 10 years, it's always a challenge to find something that will be just right. Jewelry is usually a good choice. Observe the styles she likes to wear, maybe even t... More..