florida alligator

If you’re looking to travel somewhere for some extremely different cuisine, Florida should be at the top of your list. A popular meat eaten in Florida is the alligator. Alligator is a very common entrĂ©e in Florida restaurants. Chefs grill, pan-fry, and deep-fry it for different styles of alligator dishes. Some restaurants even serve alligator as an appetizer. If you’re […]

Rats as pets: 5 myths debunked

History has described them as dirty creatures that caused the Black Death of the Middle Ages. Hollywood has portrayed them as ruthless killers ready to attack humans at the slightest provocation. Is it any wonder that most people are afraid at the mere mention of his name? How can such a small animal cause such a big reaction? But more […]

Delightful Heights at Berkeley Heights

While in New York City we took the train to Newark, NJ to meet friends for dinner. They wanted us to experience the Delicious Heights restaurant. In every way, this Berkeley Heights establishment was a delightful surprise. Delicious Heights does not take reservations, so we were lucky to get there early enough to avoid a line. It seemed like we […]

What my puppy taught me about expectations in relationships

I adopted a puppy five days ago. I have to admit it’s been fun starting a new adventure! On our first day together, this three-year-old beauty recently named Tonza pointed something out to me: how strongly expectations will play a role in a new relationship, any new relationship. When adopting a new pet, one may have some preconceived expectations about […]

Dealing with osteoarthritis in dogs

Osteoarthritis can be used interchangeably with arthritis and degenerative joint disease. This is characterized when there is a loss of the smooth cartilage that covers and protects the mobile joints that are at the end of the bones. Cartilage has no nerves, so if it touches another bone, you don’t feel pain. Over time, the cartilage wears away and exposes […]

How to teach a Jack Russell to sit

Sit is the most basic dog command there is and is probably one of the first things your Jack Russell will learn other than his name. It is one of the most useful commands and also extremely easy to teach, making it an essential part of Jack Russell training. It is useful for preventing many problem behaviors common to Jack […]

Lakeland, Florida Renaissance Weird Renaissance? Revival Caution and Warning from Charisma Editor Lee Grady

Charisma editor Lee Grady takes a cautious, conservative look at the Lakeland, Florida revival. On May 14, 2008, the editor of Charisma stated “honest questions” and concerns below. Thereafter, I give my thoughts and warnings to Grady and Charisma. Grady: “…But as the noise from Lakeland grows louder and its influence spreads, I’m issuing a few words of warning…” Davis: […]

A vacation on Cat Island Bahamas

The Hermitage is a bit of a historical oddity, fascinating and strange. The hike to see this religious site will take visitors through small towns along beautiful trails, filled with the island’s flora and fauna. It is located on top of Mount Alvernia, which stands at 206 feet above sea level and is the highest point in the Bahamas. The […]

Different breeds of cats. Pedigree or mixed breed?

Cats are probably the easiest pets to care for and the simple reason is that they are very independent, undemanding and very self-sufficient, but which cat should you go for? Pedigree cat or mixed breed cat? Different breeds of cats Cat with pedigree: Pedigree cats are usually acquired deliberately, rather than accidentally, and tend to be more carefully supervised than […]