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40How to Grow Hostas - Beautiful Shade Tolerant Plants
Hostas have become one of the most popular shade tolerant perennials in the US. There are more than 2,500 different varieties. Find out how to plant, care for and divide your hostas.
58The Liger - The Largest of the "Big Cats"
What is a liger, you ask? It is the result of mating a male lion and a female tiger. It is said they have the strength of a lion and the speed of a tiger. Learn more about the largest of the big cats.
34The Serval Cat - An African Wildcat
The serval cat of Africa is a beautiful and yet little known wild cat. Find out more about this beautiful and interesting wildcat and some of it's unusual traits, with photos and video.
46Pit Bull Dog Heroes
There are good and bad dogs in any breed. It all depends on how the dog is treated and trained. I'm going to share some positive stories about the pit bull dog and show how truly heroic they can be.
91How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard
Most of us enjoy watching birds and if you would like to attract more birds to your backyard, here are a few tips.
38The Canada Goose - Facts and Information
Have you ever been outside and heard the sound of wild geese flying overhead? What a wonderful sound that is. Find out more about the Canada Goose, including facts, information and pictures.
26The Labrador Retriever - History, Facts and Information
Learn more about the Labrador Retriever. Find out where they originated, their description, temperatment and skills. You will understand why the Labrador Retriever has been know as “the most popular dog breed in the world” for many years.
6110 Most Aggressive Dog Breeds - Temperament Ratings and Information
Are you looking for a new puppy and would like to know which dog breeds may not be the best with children. After doing much research, I have compiled a list of the 10 most aggresive dog breeds.
53A Random Act of Kindness - Gone Wrong?
Did my co-worker and I perform a random act of kindness for someone in need? Or did we actually aid a kidnapper/murder?
14The Red Dirt Brewhouse - Ardmore, Oklahoma - The New Pub in Town
The Red Dirt Brewhouse, in Ardmore, Oklahoma is the newest and one of the most innovative business in town. A "gastro pub", which focuses on regional craft beers, with a family friendly atmosphere, great food and excellent service.
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Top 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds in America - 2012
Have you ever wondered what the most popular dog breeds in America are? Here is the top 10 list, according to the 2012 statistics from the American Kennel Club. See if your favorite dog breed is in the top 10.
51The Four Wildcats of North America
North America is home to four species of wildcats. The Bobcat, Lynx, Ocelot and the Puma or Cougar are considered native to North America. Learn more about the wildcats of North America.
72Quick and Easy Cheeseburger Pie Recipe
Delicious quick and easy recipe for a cheesburger pie that will leave your entire family smiling.
46Funny Names of Animals
Sometimes animals have rather unusual names. Below is a list of some amusing animal names. The list contains their names as males, females, babies and groups. I really found this rather interesting and sometimes really funny.
67How to Reduce Your Electric Bill Without Spending a Dime
It’s true! The little things do add up. Your electric bill is probably one of your largest monthly expenses. Here are some ways to help you reduce your monthly electric bill without spending a dime.
32Taking a Walk in the Country #2
I hope to share some of nature’s beauty with you by taking you with me during another one of my walks. So, put your “walking shoes” on and let’s go for another walk in the country!
805 Things You Should Never Say to Your Children
All of us have said things that we wish we had not. Our children are precious gifts from God, but they can “push our buttons” sometimes. Here are my top 5 things you should never say to your children.
11210 Things You Should Say to Your Children
Our children are so precious, we need to let them know just how important they are to us every day! Here are what I would consider to be the top ten things we should say to our children.
73Meet Zoe - The Rare Golden Zebra
Meet Zoe, the only Golden Zebra know to be in captivity today. Zoe is not an albino, she has a condition called amelanism. Read more about Zoe, the rare golden zebra.
66Quick and Easy Shrimp Tacos
Shrimp is very low fat and healthy choice for tacos, not to mention delicious! Add some healthy vegetables and my "secret" spices and you have delicious quick and easy shrimp tacos!
42How to Make Garlic Dill Pickles
Remember going to the movies and getting that huge dill pickle to eat along with a soda? Do you still have pickles on your hamburger or along side your ham sandwich? Wouldn't it be great to be able to make your own pickles?
34How to Can Stewed Tomatoes - Recipe
Stewed tomatoes can be used in so many various recipes that it is very useful to have some handy in your pantry.I have included step-by-step instructions on how to can stewed tomatoes.
22Picante Sauce Recipe - Southwest Style Salsa
Picante sauce or salsa has always been a favorite dipping snack for my family. It is a very healthy snack and is an exellent way to use the fresh vegetables from our vegetable garden. My picante sauce recipe is not overly hot and just has an over all great Mexican flavor!
76Mustard Potato Salad Recipe - Southern Style
This mustard potato salad has a little twist of flavor by adding ranch dressing instead of mayo. My husband says it is the best mustard potato salad he has ever eaten!
8210 Ways to Improve your Attitude
Improving your attitude means improving your outlook on life. There are many ways to improve your attitude, you just have to want to.All of us have our “luggage”. How we deal with our luggage depends on our attitude.Here are 10 ways to help you improve your attitude and become a happier person.
25Quick and Easy Okra Goulash
Here in the south, we tend to like our macaroni and okra, so I have combined these ingredients to make my "okra goulash". It is a quick and easy meal to make for a healthy lunch or dinner.
21Come Visit Beautiful Lake Murray State Park in Southern Oklahoma
If you are looking for a fun yet relaxing vacation spot, Lake Murray State Park is a wonderful place to go. It is located just 2 hours north of Dallas, Texas and 2 hours south of Oklahoma City on interstate 35. Lake Murray State Park is Oklahoma’s first and largest state park with 12,500 acres located on the beautiful tree lined shores of Lake Murray. Lake Murray is a spring fed 5,700 acre lake and one of the clearest lakes in Oklahoma.
27Best Vegetables for Canning or Freezing and How To
If you have a vegetable garden, most likely you want to store some of your harvest for use throughout the year. The best way to do that is through canning or freezing them. After 25 years of growing, canning and freezing my vegetables, here is my choice of the 6 best vegetables for canning or freezing for use all year round.
32Iris Flowers - Growing, Facts and History
Iris flowers come in almost every color of the spectrum and are one of the easiest flowers to grow and maintain. Find some facts and history on the Bearded Iris flower as well as how to plant, grow, and maintain your iris.
57Chased by Strangers - A True Story
A true story about what was supposed to be a fun day with our young daughter at the water park. Little did we know that the day would turn out to be one of the most horrifying days we would ever have.
61Quick and Easy Breakfast Burrito Supreme
Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day, but for most people, mornings are one of the busiest times of the day. We don’t always have time to cook a big healthy breakfast, much less take it with us when we are on the run. Here is where the breakfast burrito comes in to save the day!
18The Caracal - An Elusive Wild Cat
The caracal is a medium sized wild cat and is noted for it’s beautiful elongated, tufted black ears. The word, caracal, comes from the Turkish word "karakulak" , which means "black ear".
507 Hardy Flowers for Summer Gardens
I love summer and all the color in summer flowers. The following will be 7 of the hardiest summer flowers I have grown in my flower gardens. These are easy to grow and heat and drought tolerant.
68Chicken and Dumplings - Oklahoma Style
Talk about comfort food, chicken and dumplin’s has been our favorite family comfort food for generations. My Grandma Walker started this recipe way before I was born.Chicken and Dumplin’s was a staple back in their day. This is a simple Chicken and Dumpling recipe, but the best I have ever eaten.
18Early Garden Vegetables
Much of the success in planting a successful vegetable garden, is knowing what to plant when. After 25 years of planting a garden, we have learned a few things that I hope will help the beginning gardener. Here is my list of early garden vegetables, the first vegetables to plant in your vegetable garden.
30The Beauty of Nature in Spring
Spring is such a beautiful time of year. Fall and winter have cleaned the landscape and spring is a re-birth of nature. What an exciting time of year. I try to take in all I can and appreciate the beauty of nature in spring!
30Honeybees - Why Are They Disappearing?
As most people are aware, there is a major decline in the number of honeybees over the last several years. The following information contains information on the honeybee and several theories as to why the honeybees are disappearing and what we can do to help.
4My DR Lawn and Leaf Vacuum Review
To summarize my review of the DR Lawn and Leaf Vacuum, I would have to give it an A. I think it is built very well and will last a very long time. It is easy to use and is a huge time saver!
66Taking a Walk in the Country
Everyone knows that walking is great exercise. But walking in the country is just good for your soul! I take my camera with me and capture some of the beautiful things I see. Come with me and let’s take a walk in the country.
20The Texas/Oklahoma Drought -How it Affects Our Deer Population
The Texas/Oklahoma drought has affected us in this area in more ways than most people realize. What I want to focus on is the effects the drought has on the white tailed deer population in this area.
22Pickled Okra Recipe - Hot or Not
Pickled okra is one of my family’s favorite snacks! Adding a little jalapeno to this recipe gives it some extra flavor. It’s not hot, just has a little snap. Not only is it tasty, but it is very good for you too. Okra is high in both types of fibers and calcium.
31All About Okra - Origin, Planting and Cooking
Okra is one of my favorite vegetables to plant in my garden each year. Not only is it tasty, it is easy to grow and drought tolerant. Okra has a long history and I have included information on its origin, as well as how to plant, harvest and cook with okra.
25Growing a Miniature Rose Bush Outdoors
Miniature roses are beautiful small roses that can be grown indoors or out. They can be grown outdoors in pots or directly in the ground. Miniature rose bushes make great border plants or just add color to a otherwise dull area of your flower garden. Here are a few tips on how to grow a miniature rose bush outdoors in your flower garden.
18Tornado Safety Tips and Information - Be Prepared
Tornado season is upon us. They are occurring in places that people are not expecting them to happen. Tornado Alley is growing larger and larger. Are you prepared in case a tornado occurs where you live?
28The American Bison or Buffalo - Facts and True Story
The American Bison is also known as the American Buffalo, which once roamed the plains of North America in huge herds. The buffalo were nearly eradicated in the 19th century due to hunting and now are restricted to parks and reserves.
36Skyler, My Cockatiel Miracle - A Short Story
This is a simple, and true story. This is something that has “stuck” with me over the last 25 years. Did you ever have something really very small and simple happen to you, but it was really significant to changed your life? I guess this is one of those times.
26Best Perennial Flowers for Spring Gardens
After several years of trial and error, I have found several perennial flowers that are not only hardy, but also very easy to care for. These are what I consider to be the best perennial flowers for spring gardens.
139The Pit Bull Dog - Once Known as the Nanny Dog - What Happened?
In the early part of the 1900’s, the Pit Bull Dog was known as the “Nanny Dog”. Why, you ask? If you wanted to keep your children safe, the pit bull was the most faithful and loving dog of any breed, especially with children. They were strong and loyal and loved children. If your child had a pit bull dog as a pet, you felt that they were safe. So what happened?
32Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Recipe
Green chile peppers are large, mild peppers and are found in most local grocery stores. They are sometimes referred to as the Anaheim pepper. They are a wonderfully flavorable pepper that is not overly hot. They are the preferred pepper to use for my green chile chicken enchiladas.
22Tips on How to Grow a Vegetable Garden
Growing a vegetable garden is not as difficult a thing as many people make it out to be. My husband and I have grown a garden every year for the last 25 years. Here are some tips for growing your own vegetable garden.
41Why Do Zebras Have Stripes - Some Interesting Theories
Have you ever wondered why zebras have stripes? No one really knows for sure, but here are some interesting theories.
59A Stranger in My Garden!
This is a true story that goes back to about four years ago. I think about it every spring and I remember the night we found a stranger in our garden.
48Bird Photography in Your Own Backyard
Bird photography is one of the favorite genres of nature photographers. Bird photography can be fun as well as rewarding.Here are several tips you need to know to capture those really good bird pictures.
32Miniature Rose Bush - Indoor Care
Miniature rose bushes are hybrid roses that are bred to remain small in size. They have smaller flowers than a regular type of rose and come in a variety of different colors. Despite their small size, they are actually very hardy and most varieties are long blooming. Here are a few tips on how to care for your miniature rose bush as an indoor houseplant.
14How to Squirrel Proof Your Bird Feeder
If you have a bird feeder at your house to attract birds, you probably have attracted some squirrels also. I love feeding the birds, but the squirrels were scaring away the birds and eating most of the food. I needed to find a way to squirrel proof my bird feeder.
10Credit Cards - Dont Fall into the Credit Card Trap
I have helped an array of struggling people from doctors and teachers, police and fireman, blue-collar workers, preachers and college students. Anyone can fall in to the credit card trap!
38How to Take Better Pictures at the Zoo
Here are some tips on how to take better, more natural looking pictures while at the zoo.
37White-Tailed Deer - Facts and Information
White tailed deer are the smallest members of the North American deer family. They get their name from the white underside of their tail, which they will raise as a warning to other deer that danger is near.
12A Unique Gift - Miniature Rose Bush
Are you looking for a unique gift for that special lady, but you want to give something that keeps on giving? Give her a miniature rose bush and she will have roses that will last forever!
18Childhood Obesity - Who Is In Control of What Your Children Eat?
I know it is easy to just say yes, when the kids want pizza or hamburgers, but I think we say yes too often! Parents need to take control again. With childhood obesity a growing problem, we as parents, are the only one who can prevent it from happening to our children. We have to be in control of what our children eat!
41God Sent us Jake - The Black Lab
God sent us Jake, an abused black labrador retriever, that needed to know love and happiness, before God took him back.
38Quick and Easy Chicken Taco Recipe
Here is a quick and easy recipe for delicious chicken tacos that is nutritious and only takes about 30 minutes to prepare. This recipe makes enough for about 6 tacos and of course, you can double if needed.
39Hummingbird Photography Tips for Beginners
Hummingbirds are amazing little creatures. They are the only bird that can fly backwards and can hover like a little mini helicopter! Photographing these little speeders can be quite a challenge!
84Facts About the Siberian Husky - An Excellent Dog Breed
Learn some interesting facts about the Siberian Husky. Some information is from the AKC, as well as some personal information. I would highly recommend the Siberian Husky for a medium size dog breed.
34Easy Blueberry Banana Ice Box Pie
Putting blueberries and bananas together may sound a little strange, but this has the best flavor! Blueberries are known to be very high in anti-oxidants and therefore very good for you. This is a very easy recipe for making my blueberry banana ice box pie.
21Fast and Easy Venison Recipes
My husband enjoys hunting and I enjoy having the meat in the freezer. I like recipes that don't take a lot of time to prepare. I would like to share a few of my fast and easy venison recipes with you.
6How to Really Save Money on Your Grocery Bill
Wouldn’t it be great if you could cut your grocery bill in half, or more! With the economy down the way it is right now, everyone is trying to save money where they can. Your grocery bill is probably one of largest expenses you have each month. Here are a few ways you can really save on your grocery bill each month.
27Top 5 Tips for Womens Personal Safety
I would like to give women some tips on a few things you can do to make yourself safer when you go out. Some of this information has come to me from safety specialist and law enforcement officials. Some of this information comes from personal experience.
1Best Accessories for an Android Tablet
Android tablets are one of the hottest items going right now! If you have given one as a gift or received one, and would like some "cool stuff" to go with it, here are some of the best accessories to go with an Adroid tablet.
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Tips for Beginners on the Four Seasons of Nature Photography
No matter what season it happens to be, beautiful nature pictures are out there, waiting to be captured. Here are some ideas to help the beginner get started in any of the four seasons for nature photography.
7Simple Tips to Help You Stay Fit and Healthy
Most people want to be fit and stay fit. But with so much to do and so little time we find it harder and harder to do so. I have a few easy tricks to help you stay fit and get a little more exercise everyday.
965 Best Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden
Fresh vegetables not only taste better but are also much better for you. These are what I consider to be, the 5 best vegetables to plant in your garden to eat healthier and save money on your grocery bill all year round.
20My Flower Garden Get A Way
Everyone has times that you feel stressed out and up tight. These are the times that you just need to get a way, relax and clear your mind. That when I like to go to my "flower garden get a way".
24How To Take Better Pictures of Your Kids
Taking really good pictures of little children is no easy task. I hope to give you some ideas here to help you take better pictures of your kids.
15What To Look For When Buying a Portable Generator
You can loose power any season in the year. I find many people interested in purchasing a portable generator for different reasons. Here are a few things that you should look for when purchasing a portable generator.
255 Wildlife Photography Tips for Beginners
In Oklahoma, there is an abundance of wildlife and I love to capture it in my photography. Here are a few tips for beginners in wildlife photography.
45Tips on Taking Pictures in the Rain
So you planned on going out and doing some nature photography today, but it looks like rain. Don't let a little rain stop you. Here are a few tips on how to take great nature pictures in the rain.
12Digital Photo Frames - A Great Gift for Any Occasion
Looking for that unique gift that will "wow" that special person? A digital photo frame is a great gift idea,for any occasion. You will make that someone special happy at a reasonable price.
84Nature Photography Tips for Beginners
Are you a beginner in nature photography? Are you wondering what to photograph and how to get good nature pictures? Here are some tips for the beginner in nature photography.
