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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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Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Sad songs that will make you cry: 4 of 61
In the words of Elton John, "Sad songs say so much". And they do! Not only are they often great compositions, but they are a wonderful outlet when you are down or upset or just plain need a good cry! From hundreds of years ago with solemn classical pieces such as Mozart's Requiem, to the very poignant Everybody Hurts by REM.B... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues About PETA's "Kentucky Fried Cruelty" campaign: 1 of 11
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 polici... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Cats: 15 of 135
Marilyn.There once was a cat named MarilynWho said "Well, hello. Could you take me in?"We gave HER a home -If only we'd knownThat pussy cat's really a him!She would lap up her milk and foodThen cop an occasional moodShe climbed up the bed,And slept on my headA comfortable cat one concludes!A trip to a 5 star hotelIn the bag s... More..
Pets & Animals > Horses (Other) Horse facts for kids: 1 of 8
There is a lot to know about horses. They are quite complex animals and need a lot of attention and care. They are amazing creatures and have proved themselves superior in so many respects, from competition to helping people, in work and in play.Here are some useful facts and some interesting facts about EquinesUSEFUL HORSE F... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Horseracing: 1 of 8
The Racehorse.My mother always told me,How I would be a star,She taught me how to used my strengthSo I could win by farI started in a round penFore a man climbed on my back.Walking, trotting, canter -Then out on to a track.I soon began to love the feelOf a rider's guiding hand,We galloped, flying with the windHooves barely to... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Do PETA's naked protest tactics work?: 1 of 8
Sex sells! That is a fact. Therefore what better angle to take to attract attention to a good cause?Even people who do not have an opinion on the use of fur, or even those who agree with wearing fur will at least notice the campaign ads, before they even know what they are aboutObviously, the first thing you notice are the na... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for fostering horses and donkeys: 1 of 7
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 k... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Is it morally OK to wear fur?: 9 of 50
Have you ever suffered a paper cut? You know the little sting you get from it annoying isn't it?Have you ever cut yourself with a knife while cooking or a pair of scissors while making crafts? Ouch! That hurts.Imagine somebody takes you by your leg, cuts around your ankle with a knife and proceeds to peel your skin off your b... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Feeding ducks: 2 of 10
When I was little, I used to go to the lake to feed the ducks. I would watch with a smile as the little mallards gathered around to eat the bread. They would climb on the banks and surround us as they gobbled up whatever was thrown to them. But it wasn't until years later, when I became the owner of a duck myself, that I real... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Cat furniture: All about cat furniture: 1 of 5
Cat Furniture can come in many different forms, from small scratching posts to big climbing frames, built for your feline's entertainment. Some varieties of cat furniture are fairly complex and can be good for many kittens and cats, whereas some are more basic and easily accessible, therefore making them ideal for older or di... More..