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I am a 23 year old Brit, living on the west coast of Florida. Horses are my passion, as you will see from some of my articles. They are also my source of income, as I ride and care for racehorses. Aside from that I am the Executive of Cloud 9 Horse Sanctuary,

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Cats: 1 of 171

Marilyn. There once was a cat named Marilyn Who said "Well, hello. Could you take me in?" We gave HER a home - If only we'd known That pussy cat's really a him! She would lap up her milk and food Then cop an occasional mood She climbed up the bed, And slept on my head A comfortable cat one concludes! A trip to a 5 star hotel...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Tornado: 1 of 15

A cloud, rumble of thunder and flicker of light Threatening hues, grey, green and black A wall, an anvil supercell so high As nature prepares for its attack. A crack of lightning cuts the sky As hail begins to spit Hot air meets cool, starts to turn A sinister growl it emits Slowly, reaching, the cloud grows down In breaths ...
Business > Entrepreneurship Unique ways that ordinary people can make money: 2 of 15

Whether you are currently out of work and trying to make some money to tide you by, or if you are working and wish to make a little extra, there are a number of different and unique ways that you can start earning some extra cash, both on and offline! Mystery shopping. To become a mystery shopper you have to be willing to co...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Horseracing: 1 of 7

The Racehorse. My mother always told me, How I would be a star, She taught me how to used my strength So I could win by far I started in a round pen Fore a man climbed on my back. Walking, trotting, canter - Then out on to a track. I soon began to love the feel Of a rider's guiding hand, We galloped, flying with the wind Hoo...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Adieu: 1 of 7

C'est pas facile de se dire, Adieu. I knew the time was drawing ever nearer - The time that I would have to say goodbye. Your journey becoming ever clearer. I draw a breath and sigh... The first time was in a September - We kissed and that's when we fell, An evening I'll always remember. Though now I must bid you farewell......
Personal Finance > Spending & Saving (Other) Simple ways to save money: 13 of 86

‘Look after the pennies and the dollars will look after themselves’. This simply means, that if you take the time to save even small change it will soon mount up and before you know it, you may have a nice bundle saved up. Especially during tough economic times, it is not uncommon to find that people are eager to...
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for fostering horses and donkeys: 1 of 6

It is the sad truth that all over the world, SPCA organizations, Humane Societies and other animal rescue shelter are obtaining equines from neglectful or abusive situations. One can only begin to imagine what some horses and donkeys are put through physically and emotionally by owners who wish to do them harm, or who don't ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Australian birds: 1 of 6

The Emus What on Earth? What the heck, Is the bird with the long, blue neck? Eyes like buttons Feathers of Brown And Legs so long they seem overgrown! Why is she looking at me? I think you might agree. A thump and a hiss A threatening loom Claws are so big I feel an imminent doom He's slightly smaller in size With the same r...
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues About PETA's "Kentucky Fried Cruelty" campaign: 2 of 10

It was in April 2001 that PETA introduced it's Kentucky Fried Cruelty campaign, which focuses on the unethical treatment and slaughter of chickens for the fast food industry. By raising awareness, they aim to inform the public of the practices of fast food chains, primarily KFC, and are striving for KFC to change their polic...
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) An overview on the types of thoroughbred horse racing: 1 of 5

Thoroughbred horse racing is a sport that is popular in most countries of the world. Since its inception, horse racing has become a very prestigious and valuable sport that is enjoyed by millions of people, both within the betting public and the people who work in the industry. Flat Racing. Thoroughbred horses are widely kno...