In South Carolina it wa so many rivers, some of which rise out of the cherokee and mountains, forest, fruit,vegetables and more. There are also swamps and marshes,…
The Atchafalaya River is a 137 mile long distributary of the Mississippi River and Red River in south central Louisiana in the United States. It flows south, just west of the Mississippi River and is the fifth largest river in North America, by discharge. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)…
The Penascola Gulf Islands in Florida are pretty much your average definition of paradise. The area is known for the most beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters. The beach stretches for miles along the Gulf of Mexico, full of people constructing hammocks to lie in the warm sun, standing for hours fishing, and many many others jumping around the waves and surfing or swimming in the calm waters. These islands are essentially a strip of land completely surrounded by water, which means you’ll get a good view wherever you go. With many resorts, restaurants, and coastal areas, these islands have all you need.…
• major physical features such as Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, Gulf of Mexico, Appalachian Mtns, Mississippi River, Ohio River, Great Lakes, Great Plains, Chesapeake Bay, Rocky…
The Colorado River has been become the main source of fresh water to the south west. It is what has turned the desert of the south west into a fertile farming area. It has brought life to Nevada and California when before it was impossible.…
The legend of the Chupacabra begins in March, 1995 in Puerto Rico and since its initial report there have been multiple sightings worldwide, the majority being in Latin America but also including: The Philippines, Russia, China, Thailand, and even lower parts of the US like Texas and Florida. The chupacabra’s name is derived from spanish and most literally means “goat sucker”. Chupar meaning “to suck” and cabra meaning “goat”. The Chupacabra received its name because of the method in which it kills its prey, by draining all the blood from the victim and leaving the carcass behind, leaving no evidence that the Chupacabra intended on actually eating the victim . Every documented case of the Chupacabra has these similar characteristics.…
Family is the foundation of the Puerto Rican social structure. ”Familismo” is a Puerto Rican word meaning close family connections, stressing the well-being of the family, as opposed to cultures which place a greater emphasis on friends and same-age peers as an integral part of the social structure. Puerto Rican family complex is extensive; it is based on the Spanish system of compadrazgo in which many members—not just parents and siblings—are considered to be part of the immediate family. Thus los abuelos(grandparents) and los tios y las tias (uncles and aunts) and even los primos y las primas (cousins) are considered extremely close relatives in the Puerto Rican family structure. Close friends often refer to each other as compadre y…
In the article, The Empty Nest by Lillian Rubin discusses how middle aged women look at the idea and notion of their children leaving the home. The Empty Nest syndrome occurs during a transition phrase when a mother's child is coming of age and about to leave the dwelling. Studies now show that this "depression" was once thought to have the same wide spread negative effect, but recently has been viewed as the direct opposite. This article depicts how women of different social classes and marriage arrangements feel about the idea of their children leaving the home.…
Terra Preta is a very dark soil that is found in the Amazon forests. This soil is an amazing discovery to scientists like Johannes Lehmann because the soil is very unique compared to other soils found in the same area. According to his research, these soils could have been in the Amazon anywhere from 500 to 8000 years which is a really big gap. Scientist believe that the soil was fertilized by human remains which were left to sit in the forest overtime. What is interesting about Terra Preta is that scientist found information recently and came up with the conclusion that this soil was made from trees, pots, and foods that the Amazonian people left in the forests which eventually burned and turned into biochar. According to International Biochar…
Puerto Rico is a beautiful place. The sun is always shining and the temperature does not go below eighty degrees Fahrenheit. If you run out of something like sugar or salt, you can always knock on your neighbor’s door and they will be happy to help you out. They treat everyone as if they were family. There is always something to do. Either you can go to the beach, go to the waterfalls, take a stroll through the jungles, or even sit under a palm tree and drink out of a coconut shell. Although there are many pros, there are also many cons. The crime rate in the island of Puerto Rico is high. Many fights involve objects, not just fists. It can be a brick, a stick, or even a broom. Fights are taken very serious. Also, the economy is not in great shape. Despite all of the cons, people seem to focus on the pros. The beaches are breath taking. The water is crystal-clear blue. The people are beautiful and very exotic.…
Washington has a plethora of water resources since it is a Pacific Coastal state. However, some may even say that the Puget Sound is also an additional coast because that general region is densely populated. The major cities such as…
The flag of the United States Virgin Islands is one of the most attractive flags of this world…
Approximately three hours from crowded, sweltering Manila is an island getaway where the seafood is fresh, the sand is dazzling white, the water is a beautiful clear turquoise, and good vibes abound. It is a getaway for adventurers of the 'strike anywhere' variety, who think nothing of hopping on a bus on a whim, armed with nothing but a swimsuit and a pair of flip-flops. It is a refuge for the low-key urbanite escaping the frenzied crowd at Manila's latest 'in' spots (the same crowd that currently overpopulates Boracay). It is my paradise on the cheap--Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro.…
The city lies on the Guadalupe plateau which is a relatively high plateau on the northeast corner of the metropolis – between the lowlands of Manila to the southwest and the Marikina River valley to the east. The southern portion is drained by the very narrow San Juan River and its tributaries to Pasig River, while running in the northern portions of the city is the equally narrow Tullahan River.…
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is a protected area of the Philippines located about 80 kilometres (50 mi) north of the city centre of Puerto Princesa, Palawan. The river is also called Puerto Princesa Underground River. The national park is located in the Saint Paul Mountain Range on the western coast of the island. It is bordered by St. Paul Bay to the north and the Babuyan River to the east. The City Government of Puerto Princesa has managed the National Park since 1992. The entrance to the subterranean river is a short hike or boat ride from the town Sabang.…