semi- (“half”) semiannual- occurring twice a year semicircle- half a circle Joey was upset that he couldn’t attend the semiannual car show held in his hometown. In kindergarten, art teachers teach little kids how to draw squares, rectangles, and even semicircles. sub- (“under”) subdue- to bring under control subway- a passage under the ground; an electric underground railway Amanda had to subdue the little girl to give her a flu shot. Carter has to ride the subway to work five days a week.…
hawksbill sea turtles are critically endangered due mostly to human impact. The Hawksbill Sea Turtle is usually amber colored and richly patterned, with radiating streaks of lighter brown and black which is a reason why they are being killed for their stunning shell and flesh which is used for jewelry. Their eggs are being consumed by many people around the world which is another reason why they are endangered. One way we can help them is by not killing them for their shells and flesh and for…
Last year, my sister, Dad, Mom, and I went to the Bahamas for spring break. The weather was absolutely gorgeous. I especially enjoyed going to the beach. The salty, breezy air and the sand brushing against my feet was paradise. The sky was bright blue during the day, and a beautiful gradient of pink, purple, and yellow during sunset. My family and I stayed in the Bahamas for a week. We stayed at the Rock House hotel. The view from our window was magical. Every day, my sister Devyn, my Dad, and I…
1. Visually stunning and undeniably unique, the watches at TheGarwood.com site are timepiece masterpieces crafted by skilled artisans. Like a snowflake, each watch is as uncommon as the gentleman who wears it. Based in Los Angeles, California, The Garwood creates their watches using 100% natural wood material. In addition, each watch features a copper face plate as a canvas for the intricately bold colors and designs featured on every piece. Signature pieces at TheGarwood.com, such as The…
We truly are the land of the free and the home of the brave. I’ve been lucky enough to grow up in a country that has shown me the best of times and but also the worst of times, yet my love for my country has never wavered. Even through the worst of times, we as a country have overcome which inspires me on so many levels. The United States of America was founded nearly 300 years ago, which in itself is pretty spectacular. The fact that we, as a country, have survived for this long must mean…
the 1970s. The impact of this movement on women artists can still be seen to this day. One example of this continued effect can be seen in the work Goodbye Goddess, created by the American artist Norma Minkowitz in 2003. This piece is a visually stunning, and thought provoking, work crafted with paint and resin on fiber. This wall hanging immediately grabs the attention of the viewer as they walk into the room, not only because of its…
14 Sites to See in Miami Miami is a cultural and urban hub known for its beaches, art, food, nightlife and Latin influence. It is often referred to as a “magic city”, and it is not hard to see why. With the mix of impeccable weather, beautiful beaches, art, food and Latin culture, Miami is packed with things to explore and do. This popular vacation destination has everything you need for fun from a luxury beach getaway to thriving art scene to outdoorsy sports in a nearby national park. 1.…
entice everyone toward these stone earrings due to its fascinating shine and royal color. Hence, to show your fashion sense and meet with today’s fashion and to build reputation in the society wear pearl stone earrings. The color of the stone is stunning that work as fuel for this stone. Hence, if your wedding bells in soon to be rung then do wear pearl stone earrings to look mesmerizing. Pearl stone Bracelet: The attractive pearl stone appears extensively amazing when it is worn in the form of…
Chico & Rita was released into theatres November 10th, 2010. This is a dazzling love story that began in Havana, Cuba, and ends on American soil; however, it is the journey as a whole that should be admired, not simply the end. Their love story is like no other, and yet it strikes a familiar tone that resonates with William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet since they are portrayed as another pair of star crossed lovers. They are both musicians; he was a pianist and songwriter, while she was a…
VISITOR INFORMATION Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, at 10 878 km2. It was founded in 1907, and is named after Jasper Hawes, a clerk for the North West Trading Company in the 1800s. The park is located in the Eastern slopes of the Rockies, in Western Alberta. Jasper has very diverse ecosystems and landforms, consisting of valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, alpine meadows and wild rivers. Populations of elk, bighorn sheep, mule deer and other…