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    Texas and below Colorado.The state bird is the roadrunner. The roadrunner was declared the state bird in 1949 and the Hopi and Pueblo Indian tribes believed that the roadrunner provided protection against evil spirits. New Mexico’s state flower is the Yucca Flower and was chosen in 1927 by the schoolchildren of New Mexico and was recommended by the New Mexico Federation of Women’s Clubs. The early settlers called them “our Lord’s candles’ and the flower was also used for soap and shampoo. Grab…

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    In 1502, Christopher Columbus (on his 3rd voyage to the new world) landed on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast near by the present day town of Limon in seek of gold. However, these seek to abduction the Spanish crown failed. Instead he encountered the rough terrains of raging rivers, rugged mountains covered with dense rain forest, and native population of humans who looked upon the white man with disbelief and suspicion. Some may ask the question, "What was life really like in Costa Rica in 1502".…

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    This is my paper on the desert. It is one of the harshest environments. It is empty, arid, and quiet. A bit too quiet for most people. You will die if you do not have water with you if you go hiking in the desert. If you live there though it is no big deal, because you obviously live in a settlement of some sorts. The desert is a strange place, but I love it because I live in the desert. It is like an alien world to most people. That's why some sci-fi movies have been filmed there. For example,…

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    Of the many ceremonies of the Pueblo the birth, death, and religious ceremonies and rituals are common. Many of the Pueblo people practice the same rituals during their ceremonies today as they did hundreds of years ago. The Pueblo tribe are a very talented and proud tribe resulting in ceremonies celebrating their culture on a regular basis (indians.org). One native american ceremony that the Pueblo celebrate is the event of death. First, the body is laid out on a fancy robe on the ground. The…

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    Nuclear Energy Cost Essay

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    Nuclear power comprises 20% of the world’s energy production. No other form of energy production runs the risk of being taken over by terrorists, or exploding and killing millions of people within a 50 mile radius (Nuclear Power Plants). The United States has 121 government sanctioned nuclear energy power plants in its borders that each cost extreme amounts to build and run. With the U.S. being nearly twenty trillion dollars in debt, it would be wise to stop all further development of nuclear…

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    Thomas and Didion used imagery throughout their essay to describe Santa Ana winds. Thomas states, “In the most undisturbed state, chaparral is gorgeously beautiful--from the crooked red-brown wood of the manzanita, to the sturdy shaft of the yucca topped with spikes of creamy blossoms, to the brilliant orange threads of the dodder vine.” Thomas gives a description of the chaparral to give the audience a clear image of how beautiful chaparral is. Didion states, “The heat was surreal. The sky…

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    Joshua Tree Essay

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    TITLE Catch Some Cowboys, Cactus and Crystals in Joshua Tree, California LEAD PARAGRAPH Just beyond the billowing smog and myriad freeways of the Los Angeles region, you'll find a peaceful surprise in Yucca Valley, home of the incomparably odd Joshua trees and J-Tree National Park, as well as the kitschy, quaint wild west wilderness of the high desert. You’ll encounter the mix of military from the Marine base in nearby 29 Palms, musical free-spirits, hippies, cowboys and solitary spiritualists…

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    bland only a bit of salt is added. They serve potatoes, vegetable, and meat for every meal. Their idea of flavor is either gravy or vinegar. I thought I was going to starve. I couldn’t wait to get a seasoned Hispanic meal: rice, beans, plantains, yucca, and meat that is…

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    Gasper Farm Essay

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    Gasper Farms, located in Rooks County, Kansas is owned and operated by Dan and Lois Gasper. The diversified operation consists of 3,000 acres of cropland and pasture along with 110 red angus cow-calf pairs. Gasper Farms has always been a family business with their 3 children helping out when they lived at home. Today, their son, Joe assists with taking more responsibility managing the cattle herd. During harvest the entire family joins in to gather the bounty of the season. Incorporated in…

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    in the Southeast and Latin America, has been working with Publix for more than 15 years and supplies to its distribution centers throughout the Southeast. Supplying a variety of products, primarily frozen ethnic foods, like fruit pulp, tostones, yucca, empanadas, Jamaican patties, arepas and deli items," said Frank Grande, Quirch 's president” (Mann,…

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