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Writing for me is the one thing that can calm all storms given time. It is a way to learn, listen, speak, share and heal. The subject is not as important as the time and the thought put into the work. Hopefully, it gets better with age.

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Pets & Animals > Reptiles & Amphibians Interesting facts about alligators: 2 of 13
The American Alligator is an amazing creature. They seem well adapted for their environment and seem to flourish. Let's take a look at some facts about the alligator. *Alligators have a third eyelid. This is a transparent lid that protects the eye underwater and gives the alligator a way to see. *Hatchlings have an egg tooth... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health How to take care of outdoor pets during winter: 2 of 12
Pets are a member of the family no matter if they reside outside or inside. It is important that we take special care during the winter months so our pets stay healthy. Outdoor pets require some special considerations. 1. Shelter Make sure the animal has warm, clean shelter. Bedding should be washed and dried often. Just lik... More..
Pets & Animals > Birds How to care for a sick bird: 1 of 6
Caring for a sick bird is fort of like identifying a sick child and then taking the proper precautions. First watch for the signs of the bird being sick. Look for changes in behavior. Check for changes in the birds droppings. Notice if the bird seems tired, or is coughing and sneezing. If the bird seems ill... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health How to remove deer ticks from pets: 2 of 11
It's important that the old wife's tales get tossed out the window. There are many of them out there. I remember my parents using the burnt match to remove ticks from my hairline. In that time, it was considered a proper way to remove ticks from both people and animals. Now we know better. Salves, Vaseline, butter, mayonnais... More..
Pets & Animals > Ferrets How to care for a ferret's teeth: 1 of 5
Dental hygiene is just another part of owning a ferret. Since they are not hunting out in the wild for their food nature's way of taking care of teeth is not working. So as responsible owners it is up to us to do the job. If the ferret is fed a soft mash diet the build up of plaque and debris is more. Dry food helps in keepi... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Overview: Pet adoption process: 3 of 14
If one thinks adopting a pet is a walk in park, they had best plan for a very long walk. It is suggested that an adopter candidate set aside at least two hours to get the process moving. These processes are put in place so the pets and their human friends are a good match for each other. Nothing is worse than having the anim... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health How to prepare your outdoor animals for winter: 1 of 4
Many of us who live where winter howls in with wind and snow have to make some special considerations for our outdoor animals and pets. Weather can be a very unkind addition to their normally happy tromp through the fields. * Extra food Look at the animals that we see in the wild. Deer and elk have different fur in the... More..
Pets & Animals > Reptiles & Amphibians Water dragon care: 3 of 9
A water dragon is not something you should pick up at the pet store on a whim. They require a lot of room and time. They are interesting and fun, but a huge commitment. They have been known to live more than 18 years in captivity. The kids may go to college and you may still be caring for the dragon. You can begin with a you... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Signs of ear disease in dogs and how to prevent: 2 of 6
First let's talk about the signs that your dog is having some discomfort with the ears and there may be a problem. *discharge in the ears *odor *shaking of the head or tilting the head to one side *scratching of rubbing the ears *redness or swelling of the ear flap or canal *depression *irritability Ear diseases are one of t... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health How to winterize a livestock barn: 1 of 3
Harsh winter weather begins with wind, snow, hail and winds that seem to drive the north pole right to the front door. If proper preparations have been made, winter is something that can be survived. In fact, some may even enjoy it. However, if the barn is not taken care of the livestock will suffer, the business will suffer... More..